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One Shocker Family is committed to being here for you and your student throughout your college journey. At 蹤獲扦, 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. Wichita 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 Wichita State. If you ever need to reach us, please call 316-978-3149 or email shocker.family@wichita.edu.

 
 

This December...

Winter Break

As the semester winds down, students are feeling tired and frazzled. In their focus on rest and relaxation after finals, many students and their families can feel unprepared for the transition to two months at home without typical schedules or routines. Take some time to talk with one another about expectations during winter break. Responsibilities at home, time with family, finances and work are some of the topics to be covered. Remind family members that the student who began classes last summer may have changed quite a bit during the semester. Enjoy getting to know this new person!

How Can Families Help?

  • Offer support during the last few weeks of the semester with pep talks and notes of encouragement. But, keep demands on your students time to a minimum as they cope with deadlines.
  • By this point in the year, students are accustomed to less accountability regarding their schedules. Let students know your non-negotiable expectations for the winter break.
  • During the break, encourage your students to buy next semesters books at the .
  • Remember that even students who were high achievers in high school may find their academics more challenging than expected. Avoid overreacting to any surprises and help your student reflect on what they have learned this past semester.

 

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