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Celebrate online and adult learning week

November is a month of celebration as it marks National Distance Learning Week and National Non-Traditional Week. The Office Online & Adult Learning (OAL) takes great pride in recognizing Shockers making great strides in their academic studies. How to join the celebration: Follow OAL on social media as it spotlights student success stories all week…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/18/celebrate-online-and-adult-learning-week/

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Help celebrate Online and Adult Learner Student Week

November is a month of celebration as it marks National Distance Learning Week and National Non-Traditional Week. Whether online and adult learner students are pursuing their studies from a distance or embracing non-traditional paths, these students are a true testament to the power of dedication, resilience and hard work. The Office of Online and Adult…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/18/help-celebrate-online-and-adult-learner-student-week/

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Brett Bruner succeeds Anna Porcaro as interim director of online and adult learning

Dr. Brett Bruner, assistant vice president of Student Success and Persistence, will serve as interim director of the Office of Online and Adult Learning (OAL). He will continue contributing to Wichita State’s student persistence initiatives in addition to his duties for OAL. Bruner brings 15 years of experience in higher education and student affairs…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/17/brett-bruner-succeeds-anna-porcaro-as-interim-director-of-online-and-adult-learning/

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Office of Online & Adult Learning in Grace Wilkie Annex resumes normal hours

The Office of Online & Adult Learning has transitioned back into its semester hours, remaining open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays. If you are an adult learner and have an evening class or need a space to study after offices close at 5 p.m., stop by the office and grab some coffee while you are here.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/24/office-of-online-adult-learning-in-grace-wilkie-annex-resumes-normal-hours/

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Online & Adult Learning hiring for multiple advising positions

The Office of Online & Adult Learning is hiring for multiple academic advising positions. The main focus of each position will be to provide academic advisement to undergraduate students in the fully online Teacher Apprentice Program within the College of Applied Studies. The position is open to both internal and external candidates. Applicants should have a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/04/online-adult-learning-hiring-for-multiple-advising-positions/

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Office of Online and Adult Learning launches new podcast

The Office of Online and Adult Learning has started its new podcast, Shockers Learning Out Loud (SLOL), which features special guests, resources, tips and inspiring stories. Hosted by Dr. Pam O’Neal, associate director of student engagement, and Dr. Amber Anderson, associate director of retention, the SLOL podcast aims to support online and adult learners…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/03/office-of-online-and-adult-learnings-launches-new-podcast/

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How do I apply for financial aid as a returning adult student?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): The quickest way to apply for financial aid is by completing the online FAFSA application . Even if you don’t think you will qualify, apply anyway! More and more students are qualifying for federal aid options, and almost everyone is eligible for some form of assistance. When applying, you will need to…

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How do I apply or reactivate as a returning adult student?

Requirements for admissions are the same for all students. See our Undergraduate Admissions Requirements for additional information. Former students Former Wichita State University students need to reactivate your file with the Registrar’s Office to be admitted. There is no charge to reactivate your file. If you do not have or do not know your myWSU ID and…

https://wichita.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/3627/OneStop/KB/ArticleDet?ID=166540

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Wichita State’s adult learner bridge program featured in Inside Higher Ed

Wichita State’s Adult Learner Community and Connections program continues to be a national example for helping students transition to college life, which was once again highlighted in Inside Higher Ed alongside other peer universities.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/10/wichita-states-adult-learner-bridge-program-featured-in-inside-higher-ed/

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Office of Adult Learning hosting meet-and-greet today

The Office of Adult Learning is hosting a meet-and-great so faculty and staff can meet their new Social Service and Grants specialist Melissa Lubbers 11 a.m.–2 p.m. today, March 11 at the Grace Wilkie Annex. During the event, faculty and staff can learn about the services Lubbers can offer adult learners. Participants are invited to bring their business…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/01/office-of-adult-learning-hosting-meet-and-greet-march-11/

WSU Foundation

Scholarship helps remove barriers for returning adult student

…to reach their goals.” Karen’s journey toward her degree began with learning English as a second language at Orion Education and NexStep Alliance, which provides adult education courses through a partnership between Goodwill Industries and WSU Tech. She then enrolled at WSU Tech and earned her associate degree in business administration. But she…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/scholarship-helps-remove-barriers-for-returning-adult-student/

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Osher Scholarship open to adult learners

If you know of adult learners at Wichita State University taking at least 50% of their classes in-person, please encourage them to apply for the Osher Scholarship. WSU is the only university in Kansas to offer the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program for adult learners. The Osher Scholarships are designed to help undergraduate students who have experienced a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/23/osher-scholarship-open-to-adult-learners/

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Mothers and adult female role models encouraged to bring girls to Mother Daughter Day

If you are a mother or adult female role model to a third through eighth grade girl, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) student organization invites you to attend Mother Daughter Day from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13 in the John Bardo Center lobby. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in four activities that will introduce the girls to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/11/mothers-and-adult-female-role-models-encouraged-to-bring-girls-to-mother-daughter-day/

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Join Office of Online & Adult Learning for its virtual limiting beliefs workshop

Attend the “Recognizing Your Limiting Beliefs” workshop hosted virtually by the Office of Online & Adult Learning at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20. At the workshop, participants will learn to identify the limiting beliefs that may be holding them back and where they come from and using that knowledge to discover the best methods to overcome them. Leave the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/15/join-office-of-online-adult-learning-for-its-virtual-limiting-beliefs-workshop/

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Office of Online and Adult Learning seeking name for Learning Out Loud podcast microphone

Visit the Office of Online and Adult Learning’s (OAL) Instagram and Facebook pages to submit a name for the new Learning Out Loud (LOL) podcast microphone. To submit a name, simply comment the idea on the directed post. The winner will receive OAL swag and school supplies worth $50. Submissions close on Thursday March 30. The winning name will be announced…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/29/office-of-online-and-adult-learning-seeking-name-for-learning-out-loud-podcast-microphone/

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Osher Reentry Scholarship applications open to adult learner students

Adult learners at Wichita State are encouraged to apply for the Osher Reentry Scholarship for the fall 2023 semester. Scholarships of up to $2,500 per year ($1,250 per semester) are available for qualified candidates. Applications close Saturday, July 1. To qualify, students must meet the following requirements: Be a fully admitted WSU student pursuing their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/13/osher-reentry-scholarship-applications-open-to-adult-learner-students/

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Wichita State researchers hope to advance the role of telehealth in adult cardiovascular care | Wichita State News

Wichita State researchers hope to advance the role of telehealth in adult cardiovascular care WSU Strategic Communications 10/03/2022 08:15:44 AM Oct. 3, 2022 -- A research team led by researchers with Wichita State’s College of Engineering and Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recently received funding from the National Institutes of Health…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/09-sept/HealthMonitor_3.php

WSU Foundation

Returning adult student excels thanks to donor support

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. With four children between the ages of four and 12, returning…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/returning-adult-student-excels-thanks-to-donor-support/

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Office of Adult Learning to resume normal office hours

The Office of Adult Learning will return to regular office hours Aug. 16, and remain open 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Fridays.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/28/office-of-adult-learning-resuming-normal-office-hours/

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Office of Adult Learning hiring graduate assistant

The Office of Adult Learning is hiring a graduate assistant for fall 2022. The position will help support peer-mentoring programs offered through the office as well as other duties. Preferred majors for the applicant include social work and higher education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/03/office-of-adult-learning-hiring-graduate-assistant/