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Weekly Updates

Student Support Services Weekly Update

March 29 - April 5, 2024

What’s inside this Update?

  1. Check Out All of Our Upcoming SSS Events
  2. WVU Administrative Offices Closed Friday, March 29 – Adjusted Holiday Hours for Campus Services
  3. Chance to Win $500 for completing Financial Literacy 101 online course
  4. Summer Job Fair:  Thurs 4/4/24, 1 pm – 4 pm, Vandalia Lounge, Mountainlair
  5. In-Store JCPenney Suit-Up Event: Sunday, April 7, 4 pm – 6 pm, JCPenney, Morgantown Mall
  6. Required Spring ISP (Individual Success Plan) meetings – call now to schedule!
  7. SSS Tutor Requests
  8. School Supplies Available in the SSS Office
  9. Important Dates
  10. Additional FREE academic support

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1.       Check Out All of Our Upcoming SSS Events

Click on the Qualtrics links below to reserve your spot for an event.  We have also created a bulletin board in the SSS office that showcases a flier for each event taking place this semester with a QR code that you can use to sign up.  These fliers are also available through our social media accounts (be sure to follow us – Instagram:  @WVUSSS | Facebook: WVU Student Support Services/TRIO).  Take advantage of these FREE programs – sign up today!

The Wow Factory Pottery Painting:  Wed 4/10/24, 5 pm – 7 pm, Mountainlair Games Area (Side Pocket)

Explore your creative side by painting pottery with us!  The Wow Factory will bring materials to the Mountainlair - all expenses will be covered by the SSS office.  Seating is limited – sign up required.  Click here to sign up:  https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Dx3VmbCGyT1lCC

Graduation & Recognition Program:  Thurs 4/25/24, 5 pm – 7:30 pm, Gold Ballroom, Mountainlair

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of all our SSS participants and recognize our graduating seniors.  Dinner will be followed by the recognition program.  Click here to sign up:  https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b3dD3YKkvrSXTmK

2.      WVU Administrative Offices Closed Friday, March 29 – Adjusted Holiday Hours for Campus Services

All administrative offices (including the SSS/TRIO office) will be closed on Friday, March 29 and most campus services will be closed or have adjusted hours. Offices will resume regular hours Monday, April 1.  In case of a campus emergency, please call UPD at 304.293.3136.  Note: There is no WVUp All Night this weekend (March 29 and 30). WVUp All Night returns April 5-6.  For additional information about adjusted hours for services like the PRT, Mountainlair, Rec Center, Dining Services, Libraries, etc., go to https://students.wvu.edu/try-this/2024/03/28/2024-spring-holiday-adjusted-hours

 3.       Chance to Win $500 for completing Financial Literacy 101 online course

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Financial Literacy 101 is randomly awarding $500 to one student who completes a course between now and April 30. Just complete this course BEFORE midnight on April 30 to be eligible to win - that's it!

 If you already have a Financial Literacy 101 account, simply log in at https://www.financialliteracy101.org and choose a course by clicking on "Increase Your Financial IQ" on the right of your homepage and choose a course to complete.

If you don't have an account, go to https://www.financialliteracy101.org and enter the code [WVU]. Complete the registration form and then complete the assigned course.

While you're logged in, be sure to check out all the resources available to you. From managing student loans to transitioning to the workplace, Financial Literacy 101 has resources that can help you make smart financial decisions.

 4.       Summer Job Fair:  Thurs 4/4/24, 1 pm – 4 pm, Vandalia Lounge, Mountainlair

Are you looking for a valuable addition to your resume that offers transferable skills and experience? Look no further than a summer job opportunity! Numerous employers are currently seeking summer staff members, providing a unique chance for students to engage with different departments on-campus and connect with organizations and employers off-campus in various sectors, including summer camps, theme parks, seasonal retail, hospitality, and tourism.

/ This event is open to all students, and while preregistration is recommended, it is not mandatory.

 / Bring your student ID to the Vandalia Lounge in the Mountainlair between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. to explore the exciting opportunities available for your summer employment prospects.

 / Questions? Contact WVU Career Services at careerservices@mail.wvu.edu.

 5.       In-Store JCPenney Suit-Up Event: Sunday, April 7, 4 pm – 6 pm, JCPenney, Morgantown Mall

This exclusive event offers WVU students an incredible opportunity to update your professional wardrobe at a discount. With an extra 30% off coupon code available in-store, you can shop for select professional attire perfect for networking events, interviews, presentations, summer internships, or even graduation ceremonies.

 Register on Handshake: https://wvu.joinhandshake.com/events/1443785/share_preview?lor=0&utm_source=mass_mailer&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=uni_targeted_emails

 6.       Required Spring ISP (Individual Success Plan) meetings – call now to schedule!

Now is the time to schedule your required ISP meetings.  Appointments will take place in-person in the SSS office (or via Zoom if needed).  Please allow at least 1 hour for your meeting, you will go over some important information with your counselor.  You must call the office (304-293-6629) or stop by in person to schedule your meeting – we are not able schedule meetings via email because our counselors’ calendars change rapidly each day. 

 7.       SSS Tutor Requests

The SSS office will be offering one-on-one tutoring this spring with in-person and virtual options.  You will not be able to request a tutor until you complete your ISP appointment with your counselor.  Call the office at 293-6629 or stop by to schedule your ISP appointment.  Make sure you let us know that you need to request a tutor at that time so we can get you in to see your counselor as quickly as possible.

 8.       School Supplies Available in the SSS Office

School supplies (folders, notebooks, pens/pencils, index cards, etc.) will be available in the SSS/TRIO Office (G-30 Mountainlair) if you need them.  For those who are taking chemistry, we have plenty of goggles and aprons that you can borrow for your lab courses.  In addition, we will have snacks, waters, and coffee available from time to time throughout the academic year.

 9.       Important Dates

April 2 – STAR Web available for Sophomores (30 – 59 hours) Summer/Fall 2024 Registration

April 5 – STAR Web available for Freshmen (1 – 29 hours) Summer/Fall 2024 Registration

April 12 – Last Day to Withdraw from an individual course for full term / Last Day to Withdraw from University

April 26 – Last day of Classes

April 29 - May 3 – Final Exams

May 6 – Final Grades due by noon

 10.       Additional FREE academic support

WVU tutoring centers are offering both in-person and online tutoring options for Spring 2024.  For details about each tutoring center and instructions about how to receive support, go to:  https://tutoring.wvu.edu/.

 The Office of Student Success also offers assistance from Student Success Coaches.  These coaches will help you stay on track academically.  For more information about success coaching, go to https://studentsuccess.wvu.edu/services/student-success-coaching

 StudentLingo is an online platform that offers 20 minute, on-demand workshops focusing on a variety of skills needed to achieve at the college level.  You can choose from 50 different topics and each workshop comes with an action plan that you can download to help put these new skills to work.  To access StudentLingo, go to https://studentlingo.com/wvu and use your WVU username and password to log in. 

       The Student Support Services/TRIO (SSS) program supports WVU and Undergraduate Education as a student-centered environment by providing individualized services to students who are either first-generation, income eligible, or have a learning or physical disability. Based on their needs and goals, SSS assists them with academic accomplishments and social and cultural enrichment so they may successfully complete baccalaureate degrees.