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.
Keeping Connected
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.
Getting Started
It’s normal for both families and students to feel a combination of excitement and
apprehension about starting college. Whether students grew up just a few blocks from
the university or are traveling many miles, transitioning to a new environment and
new routines is the name of the game this month. Everyone may feel a bit disoriented
for a while; just remember to give yourself some time to adjust. Actively seeking
out support and getting involved in new activities will help both families and students.
How Can Families Help?
- Reassure your student that they have a place in the family and in your home regardless
of the changes. Having a stable home base helps students adjust to college.
- Encourage your student to get involved. Students who get connected with campus life
tend to do better academically, learn to manage their time and have an easier adjustment.
Go to wichita.edu/seal for more information on student involvement opportunities.
- If your student is living in the residence halls, suggest they get to know their Resident
Assistant (RA) and neighbors. If your student is living at home, let them know you’re
happy to hear they stayed on campus to study or spend time with friends.
- It can feel strange for families to hear about new people and routines in students’
lives. Remind yourself that developing new support networks helps students to be successful.