Plugged In at WSU Podcast
A podcast for students, by faculty
Plugged In @ WSU is the podcast that connects you to the tools, tips, and support systems that power your success at Wichita State University. Each episode features conversations with campus experts, faculty, and students to highlight resources designed to help you stay on track, stay connected, and make the most of your Shocker experience. Whether you’re just getting started or counting down to graduation, Plugged In @ WSU is here to support your journey every step of the way.
Episode 1 - Meet the Wichita State Success Coaches
Success Coaches: learn more about what Success Coaching is and how it might benefit you.
What are students saying about Success Coaching?
Podcast Transcript:
Plugged in @ WSU Meet Ashok Surender!
Connect with Ashok:
Email: ashok.surender@wichita.edu
Phone: 316-978-6564
Location: Corbin Education Center, Room 120
Schedule an Appointment
Show Notes:
In this episode, Danny Bergman from the College of Applied Studies talks with Ashok Surender, Student Success Coach for the College of Applied Studies, about how coaching helps students navigate college life. Ashok discusses common challenges like time management and accountability, and how success coaches connect students to academic resources, tutoring, and campus support—both in-person and online. Learn how Shockers can thrive with guidance tailored to their individual needs, whether they’re new, transfer, or remote students.
Ashok meets with students from the College of Education and the Fairmont College of Liberal Arts and Sciences including the following majors:
- School of Education
- Sport and Leadership Studies
- Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways
- Literacy
- Special Education
- Intervention Services
- Leadership in Education
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Physics
- Geology
Even though success coaches are linked to certain colleges and majors, you can meet with any coach to find the one that’s the best fit for you! Meet all of the success coaches at www.wichita.edu/successcoach.
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Plugged in @ WSU with Caitlin Bruner!
Connect with Caitlin:
Email: caitlin.bruner@wichita.edu
Phone: 316-978-6158
Location: Shocker Success Center, Room 218D
Schedule an Appointment
In this episode, Sarah Taylor from the College of Health Professions talks with Caitlin Bruner, Student Success Coach, about supporting students with time management, study strategies, accountability, and connecting to campus resources. Caitlin shares practical advice for managing procrastination, exploring study techniques, and finding personalized approaches to succeed. She also highlights support for neurodivergent students and emphasizes that trial and error is part of the learning process.
- Health Science
- Health Management
- Health Administration
- Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Aging Studies
- Physician Associate
- Dental Hygiene
- AEGD
- Physical Therapy
- Athletic Training
- Exercise Science
- Chemistry Pre-Med
- Pre-Med
- Pre-Vet
- Pre-Chiropractic
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Optometry
Even though success coaches are linked to certain colleges and majors, you can meet with any coach to find the one that’s the best fit for you! Meet all of the success coaches at www.wichita.edu/successcoach.
Podcast Transcript:
Plugged in @ WSU with Chelsea Dey!
Connect with Chelsea:
Email: chelsea.dey@wichita.edu
Phone: 316-978-3239
Location: Shocker Success Center, Room 218C
Schedule an Appointment
Show Notes:
In this episode, Jacie Green from the College of Health Professions talks with Chelsea Dey, Student Success Coach, about supporting students with academic skills, mental health, motivation, and accountability. Chelsea shares how coaching appointments are tailored to each student’s unique needs, including help with time management, study techniques, stress and anxiety management, and connecting to campus resources. She also emphasizes the importance of asking for help early and discovering what strategies work best for your individual learning style.
- School of Nursing (all pre-majors and majors)
- Anthropology
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Forensic Science
- International Studies
- Linguistics
- Political Science
- Pre-Law
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Public Administration
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Plugged in @ WSU with Larry Compton!
Connect with Larry:
Email: mailto:larry.compton@wichita.edu
Phone: 316-978-7714
Location: McKnight Art Center, Room 31
Schedule an Appointment
Show Notes:
In this episode, Irma Puskarevic, from the College of Fine Arts talks with Larry Compton, Student Success Coach, about helping students build academic skills, develop clarity, and navigate the college experience. Larry explains how coaching is a collaborative process focused on self-discovery and practical strategies for time management, study skills, note-taking, and test preparation. He also emphasizes that students should ask for help early, communicate openly, and take advantage of campus resources to stay on track, even when life gets in the way.
- All Fine Arts majors
- English
- Creative Writing
- Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures
- History
- Philosophy
- Women's and Intersectionality Studies
- Undecided
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Plugged in @ WSU with Stefanie Coronado!
Connect with Stefaine:
Email: stefanie.coronado@wichita.edu
Phone: 316-978-3223
Office - Partnership Building 2, Room 119, A112
Schedule an Appointment
Show Notes:
In this episode of Plugged In @ WSU, Lindsay Ott talks with Student Success Coach Stephanie Coronado about how coaching supports students with time management, accountability, and campus connections. A quick look at how success coaches help Shockers stay on track and thrive.
Stefanie is assigned to the College of Engineering and typically meets with students in tall engineering majors. You can schedule an appointment with Stefanie here. While success coaches are formally assigned to a college and specific majors students can meet with any of the success coaches to find the right fit. Even though success coaches are linked to certain colleges and majors, you can meet with any coach to find the one that’s the best fit for you!
Meet all of the success coaches at www.wichita.edu/successcoach.
Coming Soon!
Episode 2 - Library Resources for Students
Podcast Transcript:
Plugged In @ WSU with Fiona Holly
Connect with Fiona:
Email: fiona.holly@wichita.edu
In this episode of Plugged In @ WSU, host Melinda DeFrain sits down with Fiona Holly, Student Success Librarian at Ablah Library, to explore how the library can be your partner in academic success. From quiet study spaces and group rooms with technology to one-on-one research support, the library offers more than just books.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
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📚 Study spaces, technology checkout, and citation tools available to students
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👩🏫 How to connect with your subject librarian for personalized research help
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🤝 Library partnerships with campus support services like TRIO, McNair Scholars, and the Shocker Learning Center
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🎉 Events like Procrastination Prevention Night that combine fun, food, and academic support
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📲 How to stay updated on upcoming library workshops and events through social media, WSU Today, and Shocker Blast
Connect with the Library:
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🌐 Website & Research Guides: wichita.edu/library
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📱 Instagram: @WSULibrary
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📧 Ask a Librarian: Available via the “Ask Us” box on the library homepage
👉 Remember: Every student at WSU has a dedicated librarian by subject or college—reach out early and often to make the most of your resources!