Wichita State University Student Support Services

Wichita State University Student Support Services Student Support Services is a federally funded program through the U.S. We help our participants persist and graduate with a bachelor's.

Department of Education to serve 250 first-generation and income-eligible students and students of disability status. About SSS:
The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is one of nine (9) TRIO programs at Wichita State University and serves 250 eligible WSU students annually. The program is supported through a competitive grant process that is submitted to the United States Department of Education. The present grant totaling $494,929.00 is the largest grant received for a SSS project in the state of Kansas. Mission Statement:
To provide academic support services that help first generation, limited income students, and students with disabilities successfully persist and graduate from Wichita State University. Vision:
To become a model of excellence in assisting first generation, limited income students, and students with disability to persist and graduate from college. Core Values:
Committed to providing efficient, effective and excellent services to our participants. SSS Services for Program Students:
SSS offers a variety of services specifically geared towards providing a basis for the successful education of eligible students. Academic advisors are each assigned a specific number of students, thus enabling the advisor to personalize those services essential to meeting the academic needs of each student. The Project Offers:
Individualized Tutoring
Academic & Life Success Skill Development
Academic Advice and Assistance in Course Selection
Scholarships Exclusively for SSS Students
Use of the SSS Technology Learning Lab
Graduate School Enrollment Advice
Assistance to Complete FAFSA Application
Textbook Loan Library
Financial Literacy Skills Development

Staff:
Karen Wright
Project Director
[email protected]

TBD
Assistant Director/Tutor Coordinator/Academic Advisor

Chelsea Martinez
Communications, Marketing, and Academic Advising Specialist
[email protected]

Jahanvi Thakkar
Database Specialist & Academic Advisor
[email protected]

Grace Ulichnie
Learning Skills Specialist & Academic Advisor
[email protected]

09/09/2026

We’ve made it to the final stretch of WelcomeFest! There are still a few more ways to connect and get involved in Week Four before we officially wrap things up. 🤩🖤

Test your knowledge at OneStop Jeopardy, meet fellow students at the AI Student Mixer or give back to the Wichita community through our final service opportunities. ‼️

Save the final lineup and finish WelcomeFest strong with us! 📲💪

Fall semester’s in FULL swing, ya’ll! 📚🍁 (now let’s tell the weather to get the memo!)We’re kicking things off with our ...
09/02/2026

Fall semester’s in FULL swing, ya’ll! 📚🍁 (now let’s tell the weather to get the memo!)

We’re kicking things off with our first workshop to get set for success! Come make some new friends & learn about all of the resources we have to help you succeed this year! 🥳

Join us Thursday, Sept. 10th, from 12 - 1 PM, in RSC 262!!

FREE food & good vibes included 🤭 RSVP in our bio!
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Today!
08/26/2026

Today!

You're invited to an open house! Join us 1-4 p.m. this Wednesday on the second floor of Lindquist Hall. Meet Dean Estes and the academic advisors of the LAS Advising Center. Snacks and sodas are yours to enjoy!

08/25/2026

If you want to drop a 16-week class and receive a 100% refund, August 28 is your last day!

Hey Oliver and Sophia!! 🥇🥇
08/25/2026

Hey Oliver and Sophia!! 🥇🥇

is still a thing?pov you’re on a TRIO SSS educational trip 🖼️🎢🎵🔑2 days, 1 night, and so many memories! Oklahoma City w...
08/21/2026

is still a thing?

pov you’re on a TRIO SSS educational trip 🖼️🎢🎵🔑

2 days, 1 night, and so many memories!
Oklahoma City was ready for us 😎
>First Americans Museum
>Escape Room
>Sister Act: The Musical at the Civic Center Music Hall
>Frontier City

We came for the educational experience.. and stayed for the fun.🤭 Can’t wait for the next one!

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08/19/2026

Sharing the First-Generation Student Organization fundraising Bake Sale!

When: August 19, 11am to 2pm
Where: RSC North Patio
What: brownies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and farni (Arabic sweet treat!)

Stop by and support FGSO!

(and treat yourself to a little sugar 💛)

08/19/2026
08/15/2026

TRIO Pop-Up is TOMORROW!

Swing by for co****le, bucket toss, video games, popsicles & more 🍿🎮

Meet fellow students, connect with TRIO staff, and learn about the programs, resources, and opportunities that support your success all year long.

📅 Saturday, August 15th
📍 RSC, Room 142
🕐 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (come & go!)

05/05/2026

Meet Trey Nolen 🤝

🎓TRIO Student Support Services current participant and Spring 2026 graduate, Trey shares how he got connected with SSS & how our free tutoring helped him get on track!

Free resources, real support, zero downside… sooo what are you waiting for?! 👀 Link in bio to learn more & apply!

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Wichita, KS
67260

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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