Shocker Family Programs

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

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Keeping Connected

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.

Momentum Mail

Send a Boost of Encouragement to your Student! Momentum Mail is a heartfelt initiative from the ShockerStrengths Initiative that empowers friends, family, and supporters to uplift students with words of encouragement. Whether it's a note before finals, a message to celebrate a milestone, or just a reminder that someone cares — your words can make a lasting impact.

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Spring Break

By the time spring break rolls around, students are feeling weary. WSU's Office of Student Engagement and 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 — another successful semester.

How Can Families Help?

Encourage your student to think through potential consequences of spring break activities.
If they haven’t 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’s company.
Continue to use your student’s growing independence as an opportunity to find new activities for yourself as well. It’s never too late to explore a new interest. Check out Wichita State’s community education courses by visiting Office for Workforce, Professional & Community Education.
If your student is worried about how their semester is going, remind them about campus resources including Supplemental Instruction, Student Success, tutoring and advisors. Professors are always open to helping students get on track. Now is the time to ask for help!