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One Shocker Family is committed to being here for you and your student throughout your college journey. At 成人头条 State, we want parents and family to feel engaged and connected.

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Shocker Family Programs

Starting a college career can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. 成人头条 State University offers a number of resources to help students make a successful transition to life as a Shocker. We are here to help your student transition academically and socially to campus by connecting them with the people, services, and support they need to get them to graduation and beyond.

We are here to encourage your student's well-being and academic success while at 成人头条 State. If you ever need to reach us, please call 316-978-3149 or email shocker.family@wichita.edu.

 
 

This March...

Spring Break

By the time spring break rolls around, students are feeling weary. WSU's Office of Student Engagement & Belonging offers great options for students to blow off steam while building a better community through civic engagement and volunteer opportunities

During spring break, it's important for students to look out for each other. Encourage your student to use the "buddy system" when they are out with friends. Keep in contact with your student over the break and remind them to keep their eye on the prize 鈥 another successful semester.

How Can Families Help?

  • Encourage your student to think through potential consequences of spring break activities.
  • If they haven鈥檛 already, your student should be scheduling an advising appointment to begin the enrollment process for next semester.
  • Try to strike a balance between serious discussions about future planning/choices with your student and finding time to just enjoy each other鈥檚 company.
  • Continue to use your student鈥檚 growing independence as an opportunity to find new activities for yourself as well. It鈥檚 never too late to explore a new interest. Check out 成人头条 State鈥檚 community education courses by visiting edu/wpce.
  • If your student is worried about how their semester is going, remind them about campus resources including Supplemental Instruction, Student Success, tutoring and advisors. are always open to helping students get on track. Now is the time to ask for help!

 

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