Central Washington University Running Start

05/18/2026

Good afternoon Running Start Wildcats!

Its that time of year again! Graduation is right around the corner and with that comes summer!! As per usual the CWU Running Start Office will be holding an end of the year party to celebrate all our graduating seniors and incoming Running Start Students.

All Running Start Student's are welcome to join us Wednesday June 3rd, at 3-5pm for food, drinks, and games located inside and outside in the yard here at Hebeler Hall.

It is going to be a lot of fun! So grab a friend and come on over!

05/18/2026

Good morning CWU Running Start Wildcats!

Are you looking for a job? What about an opportunity to learn office skills through your time at CWU?

Well look no further! The Running Start Office is hiring for a new Peer Mentor!

Running Start Students who are 18 and older can apply for this position at:

CWU Careers: Running Start Peer Mentor

Job ID 7357

The Running Start Peer Mentor position is a great way for students to learn practical office skills while also having a flexible schedule for schooling. It is also a lot of fun! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to running start staff via the Running Start email, [email protected]. Or contact our current peer mentor, Shyloh, at [email protected].

Have a great morning and go Wildcats!

03/17/2026

Hello students!

Just a friendly reminder that spring advising is still available for CWU Running Start Students online and in person. You can schedule an appointment here at our advising webpage:

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Enrollment for classes is open so make sure you do advising soon so you can get into the classes you need!

Good luck with finals and GO WILDCATS!

02/19/2026

Good morning Running Start Wildcats!

We are just posting as a friendly reminder that advising for Spring Quarter 2026 is still open.

Students can schedule advising appointments via our bookings page or over the phone at 509-963-2087.

Bookings Page: [email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true

Students can also come to drop in advising, for information on that please watch for canvas announcements made by the Running Start Office.

Advising is a requirement for every student each quarter so please make sure to come in soon.

Keep up the great work students! Go Wildcats!!

02/09/2026

Hello! The CWU Running Start program is currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2026. Interested students can apply on our website: https://www.cwu.edu/.../specializ.../running-start/index.php
We are also hosting three information sessions for interested students and families:
February 11 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
March 10 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
April 9 from 5:30-7:00pm
We also have a series of online information sessions for those who would prefer to attend over Zoom. 🙂
Students and families can register here for one of the sessions: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cwurunningstart/
Please share with anyone who might be interested! 🙂
Also, please note that students can now start the Running Start program in the summer between 10th and 11th grade.

Buy tickets – CWU Running Start

02/02/2026

Good afternoon Running Start Wildcats!

Spring advising is now open for all our Running Start Students!!

You can schedule an in person advising appointment with Angelia or an online advising appointment with Chelsea at our Running Start advising webpage here:

https://www.cwu.edu/academics/specialized-programs/running-start/advising/index.php

Or you can schedule an appointment over the phone by calling our office at 509-963-1748.

There is also in person drop in advising. Times will change every week so please make sure to keep an eye on your canvas announcements for information about drop ins.

Remember that advising is required for each quarter, so if you haven't made an appointment yet please make sure to do so and bring your enrollment verification form signed by your high-school councilor and guardian.

If you need any help we are always here to be of assistance, we hope you have a great rest of your quarter and keep up the good work! Go Wildcats!

01/21/2026

Hello students and parents!!

CWU Running Start info sessions are coming up!

Parents and students are welcome to attend CWU's Running start information sessions for this winter 2026. We will have both in person and online sessions for free that can be signed up for at this URL:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cwurunningstart
These sessions will cover a summary of the Running Start program, how the admission process works, how enrollment for CWU credits and high school credits work, and provide answers to general questions you may have about our program and more!

If you are interested please come and join us!

10/29/2025

Good afternoon Running Start Wildcats and Happy Halloween!

Winter advising is now open for all our Running Start Students!!

You can schedule an in person advising appointment with Angelia or an online advising appointment with Chelsea at our Running Start advising webpage here: https://www.cwu.edu/academics/specialized-programs/running-start/advising/index.php

Or you can schedule an appointment over the phone by calling our office at 509-963-1748.

There is also drop in advising Oct 30th, Thursday, this week from 8:30am-11:00am in Hebeler Hall room 101 with Angelia.

Remember that advising is required for each quarter, so if you haven't made an appointment yet please make sure to do so and bring your enrollment verification form signed by your high-school councilor and guardian.

If you need any help we are always here to be of assistance, we hope you have a great rest of your quarter and keep up the good work! Go Wildcats!

09/24/2025

!Hello Running Start Wildcats, and welcome to Fall Quarter 2025!

We are back and ready for an exciting adventure with our new students and returning students.

A few quick things to note as school starts is that drop in advising is once again available from 8:30am -11:00am and 1:00pm - 4:00pm Wednesday and Thursday this week. If you find yourself needing help for anything as classes begin please feel free to stop by the Running Start office in Hebler hall room 101. There is also resources around campus such as the Service Desk, Learning Commons, Library, and Wildcat Shop that students will be able to access and contact if they need help with technology, classes, books and more. So please reach out If you need assistance!

Another thing is that we have our new student online orientation recording up and live on our Running Start YouTube page so if your a new student that wasn't able to attend orientation or a returning student who may need refreshers on somethings here on campus you can find it here: https://youtu.be/9m68fDXV8u8?si=UT997YjvtkYYOPGd

We are so excited to see everyone back in the halls and experience the hustle and bustle of campus once again! We hope the first day is wonderful for you all and again, if you need any help please reach out, we are here to help you and support your future as a Running Start Wildcat! 😄

02/24/2025

Good morning Wildcats!
Having troubles with math anxiety or just want more information on how to deal with math stress?
Well here is an opportunity for you!

Zoom Option: https://cwu.zoom.us/j/89169938391?pwd=R2FgknnZHE7Zy8KxM1Dz0SRpmfaoIh.1

(Supplied by the CWU Learning Commons team)