Online & Adult Learning at Wichita State

09/05/2024

📢 Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to welcome three new members to the OAL team! 🎉 These talented individuals bring a wealth of experience and passion for supporting online and adult learners.

Join us in giving a warm welcome to:

✨ Nicole Dyson-Smith - TAP Online Academic Advisor ✨ Marco Villela - OAL Retention Specialist ✨ & Jaime Scherer - Business Online Academic Advisor

Swipe to learn more about them! We can't wait to see the impact they’ll have on our community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates! 💻📚

09/05/2024

Returning to school can bring up a variety of emotions. 🤬 😰 😢 These emotions can be difficult to deal with, but you're not alone! Read more about how to manage your emotions during the school year. Link in Bio! 🔗

09/04/2024

From the outside, it may look like a whirlwind—but student parents are true superheroes in action! 💪🎓 Behind every successful student parent is a story of resilience, determination, and a whole lot of love. They’re making it work, one day (and one kid) at a time. 💛✨

09/03/2024

It's Parent-Student Month! Join us this month as we celebrate these Shocker Students' successes, challenges, and incredible journeys. We aim to inspire and provide insights into how you can effectively support Parent-Students both in and outside the classroom.

09/02/2024

🚨 Reminder, Shockers! 🚨

In observance of Labor Day, there are no classes today, and all university offices are closed. Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the break! 🎉

We'll be back tomorrow, ready to help you continue your journey toward success. 💛🖤

08/30/2024

Happy Birthday to Dr. Brett Bruner! Dr. Bruner is the Assistant Vice President Student Success and Persistence and our Interim Director of Online and Adult Learning. Our office is grateful for his leadership and all that he does to support students. We invited you to send him well wishes today!

08/30/2024

📢 Important Reminder, Shockers! 📢

Today is a key day for your fall semester! Keep these three things in mind:

1️⃣ Last day to drop a full-semester class and NOT have it appear on your record.
2️⃣ Last day to change your enrollment in a full-semester class from "credit" to "audit."
3️⃣ Last day to drop and receive a 100% tuition refund for full-semester classes.

💡 Stay on top of your deadlines!

- See refund policies: wichita.edu/refund
- Review tuition information: wichita.edu/tuition
- Check important Accounts Receivable dates: wichita.edu/ar

Don't hesitate to reach out if you need any help. You've got this! 💛🖤

08/29/2024

08/29/2024

We're so proud of Dr. Amber Anderson for receiving the 2024 UPCEA Bethaida "Bea" González Diversity in Leadership Scholars award! Her commitment to diversity and excellence will undoubtedly make a positive impact on our Shocker students.

08/27/2024

Our office is buzzing with excitement! We've got a new squad of amazing Peer Ambassadors ready to make a difference. Stay tuned for introductions and get ready to be inspired! 🎉

08/27/2024

📣 To any of our future Shockers, we have a virtual info session coming up. Get your questions answered. We look forward to seeing you there.

Do you have any questions about next steps in returning or transferring to Wichita State? Adult Learner & Transfer (ALT) Info Session is for you! This event is similar to a virtual office hours environment.

Stop by anytime from 5 - 6 p.m. on Sept 3 to chat with our Transfer Admissions representatives any questions you may have!

For any questions, contact our Transfer Marketing Coordinator at [email protected] or call (316) 978-5675.
📅 Sept 3
⏰ 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
💻 (Zoom Link provided upon registration)
💻 Register at wichita.edu/visit

08/23/2024

⏰ Reminder, Shockers! ⏰

Today is the LAST DAY to add or change full-semester classes for the fall! Don't miss your chance to adjust your schedule and make sure you’re on track to meet your goals. 📅

Have questions or need assistance? We’re here to help! Reach out to us for support. 💻

08/21/2024

Here's our OFA calendar, what does yours look like? Don't forget these important deadlines📅❗❗

Fri, Aug 23 is the last day to add a full-semester class or change sections of the same course. Fri, Aug 30 is the last day to drop a course for a full refund and not have it appear on your record. It is also the last day to create a payment plan before you’re charged a late fee. Stop by the OFA before dropping a course to see how it might change your aid.

08/21/2024

Now streaming: Season 3, episode 1 of Shockers Learning Out Loud! Guest Spotlight, Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles, a Partnerships Development Representative at ReUp Education and a champion for first-generation students, discusses the crucial role of diverse support systems in education.

She emphasizes that family and personal networks, including her own "squad," each contribute uniquely to a person's success. She advocates for flexibility and understanding in education, encouraging institutions to adapt and support every student's unique journey!

www.wichita.edu/learningoutloud

08/20/2024

Tune into the Complete College America Podcast as our office shares our approach to the influence of student support campus wide. 🎧▶️💛

As institutions ramp up recruiting for adult learners, their increased presence on four-year campuses highlights both the strengths of this population and some unique gaps in existing student success strategies. On this episode of CCA On the Air, Pamela K O'Neal, MA, MPH, EdD, associate director of....

08/20/2024

Get ready to feel good! Shockers Learning Out Loud Season 3 starts tomorrow. This season our hosts will be diving deep into the 8 elements of wellness. We can't wait to share tips, innovative strategies, and real-world inspirations!

08/19/2024

Clash of the Colleges is the ultimate WSU competition! Join your classmates, tap into your Olympic spirit, and compete in thrilling team and individual events, virtual challenges, and more as you strive to reign supreme over all other colleges and claim the glorious 1st place medal!

This year, all in-person events are brand new and undisclosed, adding an extra layer of excitement. Plus, the virtual Shocker Talent Showcase opened today and will run until Thursday, August 22, at 5 p.m.

The main on-campus event kicks off at 6:30 p.m., so make sure to RSVP before Wednesday, August 21, at 5 p.m. Don’t miss out on this special 10th anniversary opportunity to crown your college as the Clash of the Colleges Champions!

08/19/2024

🎉 Welcome Back, Shockers! 🎉

The fall semester is here, and we’re excited to see you thrive in your online and adult learning journey at Wichita State! Whether you're continuing your education, balancing work and school, or taking the first steps toward your degree, remember that you're part of a strong, supportive community. 💛🖤

Stay focused, stay connected, and let's make this semester a great one! 💪

📚 Need resources or support? We’ve got your back! Visit wichita.edu/oal to connect with us.

08/17/2024

Transfer students, do you want to TACO-bout the next semester? Come on down to the Rhatigan Student Center Harvest Room 142, to get tacos, connect with fellow transfer students, and get ready for the next semester.

08/16/2024

DONUT miss out on a good time at the Adult Learning office for cartoons and donuts. You can't miss us, we're the first thing you'll see when you come up the stairs or elevator on the 3rd floor of the Student Success Center. All ages welcome!

08/14/2024

Shockers Learning Out Loud is back August 21st! Here's a sneak peek of our podcast starting next week!

08/13/2024

The Shocker Success Center is holding an open house August 14th at 3:30. Come visit the office of Adult Learning on the 3rd floor and see everything we have to offer.

08/10/2024

Once a Shocker, Always a Shocker. We invite all former students to come finish what you started. Learn more at www.wichita.edu/shockercomeback

Wichita State University has a message for all of its former students who left before receiving a diploma. The school wants them to try again through its new Shocker Comeback Program.

08/10/2024

Are you ready to make your Shocker Comeback? The Shocker Comeback program is dedicated to helping students complete the degree they started at Wichita State. Wherever you may be, we are here to support and guide you along the way.

www.wichita.edu/shockercomeback

It’s been 10 years since Marcell Gardner last attended Wichita State. At the time, he was in a major that wasn’t for him, and he didn’t know how to ask for help. He says he was going to school for other people, not himself. So, he left. But the fact that he never completed his degree ate away at him. “It felt like unfinished business and a chance to prove to myself that I can do it,” he says. “My mindset and life have totally changed in those 10 years, and I really want this degree bad.” As soon as Marcell reconnected with Wichita State, he learned about the Shocker Comeback Program — new this fall. Hear the rest of Marcell's story and learn about the program: wsu.news/comeback

07/31/2024

📣 Exciting News! Wichita State University's Master of Education in Sport Management program will be fully online starting Fall 2024! Recognized for its quality and affordability, the program offers students nationwide access to WSU’s in-state tuition rates. Accredited by COSMA and highly ranked by various platforms, this program combines expert faculty, comprehensive support, and extensive industry connections to ensure student success. Learn more 🔗

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/news/sport_management.php

07/26/2024

LET'S GO USA!!

07/26/2024

Do you have any questions about next steps in returning or transferring to Wichita State? Adult Learner & Transfer (ALT) Info Session is for you! This event is similar to a virtual office hours environment.

Stop by anytime from 5 - 6 p.m. on Aug 6, Sept 3, Oct 1, or Nov 5 to chat with our Transfer Admissions representatives any questions you may have!

For any questions, contact our Transfer Marketing Coordinator at [email protected] or call (316) 978-5675.
📅 {Aug 6, Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5}
⏰ 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
💻 (Zoom Link provided upon registration)
💻 Register ➡️wichita.edu/visit

07/12/2024

07/11/2024

Congratulations, Melanie! 🎉

Your story is truly inspiring and a powerful testament to the fact that with determination and resilience, we can overcome any challenge. Keep shining and showing the world that you can do hard things! 🌟👏

Since she was a child, Melanie Spurgeon has dreamt of walking the halls of a university and proudly crossing a commencement stage to receive her degree. This year, though her path was far from traditional, she did exactly that, earning her bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders....

07/11/2024

Did you know about the transfer gateway portal at Wichita State? 🤔 It's the easiest way to see which credits will transfer to our university. 🌾🎓 With just a few clicks, you'll have all the information you need to make the transfer process as smooth as possible. 🌟 If you're thinking about transferring, make sure to check out the transfer gateway portal. Trust me, it's a game changer! 😉