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  1. WSU Newsletters

    Nominate an adult learner or an online learner for an award

    On April 9, the Office of Online and Adult Learning will be hosting the seventh annual Adult Learner of the Year (ALOTY) and the Online Learner of the Year (OLOTY) awards ceremony. OAL is calling on the WSU community to help find an adult learner and an online learner at WSU deserving of the title. Students nominated for this award should exemplify the…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/nominate-an-adult-learner-or-an-online-learner-for-an-award/

  2. WSU Newsletters

    Nominate a student for the Adult Learner of the Year Awards

    The Office of Adult Learning is preparing to host its third annual Adult Learner of the Year (ALOTY) Awards Ceremony on Thursday, March 9. Every year, the ALOTY recognizes an outstanding adult student at Wichita State University, a WSU partner, and a community partner who supports these adult learners on their journey towards a degree.

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/21/nominate-a-student-for-the-adult-learner-of-the-year-awards/

  3. WSU Newsletters

    Office of Adult Learning seeking student input

    The Office of Adult Learning is surveying Wichita State adult learners to see if they would be interested in joining a student organization for fellow adult learners. For more information, contact the Office of Adult Learning at 316-978-8325 or adultlearning@wichita.edu.

    https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/01/office-of-adult-learning-seeking-input-for-adult-learner-student-organization/

  4. WSU Newsletters

    Dr. Pamela O’Neal receives first Adult Learner Advocate Certification from UALI

    Dr. Pamela O’Neal, associate director of student engagement in the Office of Online and Adult Learning, has received the first Adult Learner Advocate Certification from the Urban Adult Learner Institute (UALI). She completed the four required components from UALI to receive the certification, which enabled her to hone and sharpen her skillset for serving…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/dr-pamela-oneal-receives-first-adult-learner-advocate-certification-from-uali/

  5. WSU Newsletters

    Join WSU’s Office of Adult Learning peer mentoring program

    Wichita State’s Office of Adult Learning facilitates the Adult Mentoring Advantage Program (A-MAP). A-MAP pairs adult learners in their first year at Wichita State University with experienced adult learners. If you are interested in having a mentor, becoming a mentor, or if you would like more information about the program, please visit the A-MAP website…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/10/join-wsus-office-of-adult-learning-peer-mentoring-program/

  6. WSU Newsletters

    Sign up for Adult Mentoring Advantage Program

    The Office of Adult Learning is looking for mentors and mentees to join their Adult Mentoring Advantage Program (A-MAP) program. A-MAP is a peer-to-peer mentorship program designed to help adult learners succeed from orientation to graduation and beyond. Mentors should be adult learners who have completed at least one year at Wichita State and have a…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/24/sign-up-for-adult-mentoring-advantage-program/

  7. wichita.edu

    Balancing Books, Life and Loss: My Journey as an Adult Learner

    Balancing Books, Life and Loss: My Journey as an Adult Learner David Smith 08/18/2025 09:28:39 AM "Success isn't about perfection, it's about persistence," is one piece of wisdom David Smith has learned working towards his degree while balancing work and everyday life. His journey highlights the resilience of adult learners as well as Wichita State's…

    https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2025/08_18_HOWSU_David_Smith.php

  8. wichita.edu

    Where To Start as an Adult Learner

    Where To Start as an Adult Learner Clinton Dick 06/27/2024 09:28:39 AM Going back to college? Just getting started? Either way the Office of Online & Adult Learning and the Office of Admissions can help get you on your way toward your degree. Video Embed Code <iframe width="1296" height="729" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1vyB5zPp-YI" title="Shock Doc: …

    https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2024/6_27_Adult_Learners.php

  9. WSU Newsletters

    Congratulations to the Adult Learner of the Year

    The Office of Adult Learning at Wichita State University would like to express its congratulations to the recipients of the Adult Learner of the Year Awards (ALOTY). The third annual ALOTY ceremony was held on March 10 to recognize outstanding adult learners and those who support them. This year, the ALOTY was Nick Rodriguez, an adult learner who…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/31/congratulations-to-the-adult-learner-of-the-year-award-winners/

  10. WSU Newsletters

    Become a mentor for adult students

    The Office of Adult Learning is looking for faculty and staff members interested in mentoring adult learners through the Adult Mentoring Advantage Program (A-MAP). By becoming a mentor, you can help adult students learn to navigate the academic world while offering support and encouragement. Mentors must be at least a second year undergrad student, and have …

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/24/become-a-mentor-for-adult-students/

  11. WSU Newsletters

    Adult learners can connect with the colleges the week of Jan. 26

    Next week, starting Monday, Jan. 26 in the Shocker Success Center, Adult Learning is holding an event for adult learners to get to know their peers. Each day, it will have representatives from each college at the event so students can connect and get to know them. Each event will take place from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. in 301 Shocker Success Center, next to the …

    https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/adult-learners-can-connect-with-the-colleges-the-week-of-jan-26/

  12. WSU Newsletters

    Obtain Adult Learner Advocate Certification – enroll now

    The Urban Adult Learner Institute (UALI) is an online professional development program designed to equip faculty, staff and administrators with tools to support adult learners at urban institutions. Through self-paced modules (one to two hours each), you’ll explore research-backed strategies, earn four digital badges and achieve Adult Learner Advocate…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/31/obtain-adult-learner-advocate-certification-enroll-now/

  13. wichita.edu

    Adult Hearing Loss

    Types of Hearing Loss Causes of Hearing Loss Tinnitus - "Ringing in the ears, also pulsing, roaring, wooshing..." 10 Early Signs of Hearing Loss: Your significant other works as your interpreter, especially at parties, restaurants, or other noisy places, because your "educated guesses" at what is being said are often incorrect. When watching television,…

    https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/slhclinic/hearing/loss.php

  14. WSU Newsletters

    Adult learners: Share your thoughts on upcoming events

    The Office of Adult Learning is conducting a short six-question survey to collect information regarding student engagement. Adult learners are invited to fill out the survey to share their preferences for times and types of events. Collected data will be used in the planning of future Adult Learning events to better cater to students’ needs.

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/06/adult-learners-share-your-thoughts-on-upcoming-events/

  15. WSU Newsletters

    Tuesday Talks: Returning adult students

    … of Tuesday Talks, join Nurse Heather Stafford, Student Health Services associate director; Chad Steinkamp, Undergraduate Admissions assistant director; Pamela O’Neal, Office of Adult Learning associate director; and Jamie Shaddix, APRN and returning adult student, as they discuss what resources Wichita State University offers returning adult students.

    https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/01/tuesday-talks-returning-adults/

  16. WSU Foundation

    For some adult learners at WSU, college is a second chance at life

    Bill Wilson is far from your typical student at Wichita State University. He is 60 years old. He has served several years in prison. And most of his adult years were spent fighting the demons of drug and alcohol addiction. Bill Wilson was selected this year’s Adult Learner of the Year at Wichita State. Now, though, he’s one of about 2,100 students classified…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/for-some-adult-learners-at-wsu-college-is-a-second-chance-at-life/

  17. WSU Newsletters

    Nominate adult learner for the ALOTY Award

    Every spring semester, the Office of Adult Learning recognizes outstanding adult learners and those who support them, at the Adult Learner Of The Year (ALOTY) Awards. Applications for nominees for ALOTY award are now being accepted. To view the qualifications for nominees and to see the previous years’ winners and finalists, visit the ALOTY Awards website.…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/24/nominate-adult-learner-for-the-aloty-award/

  18. wichita.edu

    Wichita State wins $10,000 to ease adult learners’ transition into college | Wichita State News

    Wichita State wins $10,000 to ease adult learners’ transition into college WSU Strategic Communications 06/05/2024 10:26:27 AM June 5, 2024 - Wichita State University is building on success with Shocker Pre-Season programs by offering adult learners a chance to start the school year confident and connected. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and…

    https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/06-jun/preseason_release_1.php

  19. WSU Newsletters

    Online and Adult Learning hosting OAL Week Nov. 9-13

    November is a time of celebration as both National Distance Learning Week and National Non-Traditional Student Week are recognized. During OAL Week, Nov. 9-13, the Office of Adult Learning will spotlight outstanding Shocker students whose dedication, perseverance and academic success inspire the campus community. Students, family members, faculty and staff…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2026/10/07/online-and-adult-learning-hosting-oal-week-nov-9-13/

  20. WSU Newsletters

    Adult Learner graduation cords are available

    If you are an adult learner graduating this December, stop by Adult Learning in 302 Shocker Success Center to pick up your graduation cord. Pickup details: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4-Friday, Dec. 5 Notes: Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP) students will receive their cords at the pinning ceremony. Online program students can…

    https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/02/adult-learner-graduation-cords-are-available/