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Student Support Services Weekly Update

April 2 – April 10, 2026

What’s inside this Update?

  1. Spring Holiday Adjusted Service Hours
  2. University of Charleston PA School Virtual Meet & Greet – Tuesday, April 21, 12 pm – 1 pm
  3. Student Government Executive Application Closes Wednesday, April 8th at 11:59 pm
  4. Campus Tie-Dye Event – Wednesday, April 15th, 11 am to 2 pm, Mountainlair Rear Plaza Green
  5. WV Governor’s Internship Program Now Accepting Applications
  6. Spring ISP (Individual Success Plan) meetings
  7. SSS Tutor Requests
  8. SSS Drop-in Tutoring Schedule for Spring 2026
  9. School Supplies Available in the SSS Office
  10. Important Dates
  11. Additional FREE academic support

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1.   Spring Holiday Adjusted Service Hours

Campus services will operate on modified hours during the spring holiday, beginning with no classes on Friday, April 3rd.  The SSS office, along with many other administrative offices, will be closed on Friday.  You can find the adjusted hours for places like the Mountainlair, dining halls, the Rec Center, Carruth Center, Student Health, and the libraries here:  https://students.wvu.edu/articles/spring-holiday-service-hours/. 

 2.       University of Charleston PA School Virtual Meet & Greet – Tuesday, April 21, 12 pm – 1 pm

Are you interested in Physician Assistant Program after you complete your bachelor's degree?  The University of Charleston is hosting a virtual meet & greet on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 12 pm to 1 pm.  The next application cycle opens on April 30th.  To register for the meet & greet, go to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe9066T8wtBA7x6SWGFDMB0i2BiAUNLzVoFCTQwaorYaKbIw/viewform. 

 3.       Student Government Executive Application Closes Wednesday, April 8th at 11:59 pm

Are you interested in student advocacy and leadership development? Apply for one of our 50+ executive positions in Student Government Association (SGA) for the 26-27 school year. All majors and experience levels are welcome! Applications are due by Wednesday, April 8th, at 11:59pm.  Here's the link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7FGnSMV6hTjnp1y5is2StCjB9Sl-vqqFlz0mZtIN9JTJjtQ/viewform?usp=header

 4.       Campus Tie-Dye Event – Wednesday, April 15th, 11 am to 2 pm, Mountainlair Rear Plaza Green

Ready to get creative? Join the Office of Compliance and Prevention Education for a Campus Tie-Dye Event! We’re providing the supplies; you bring the vibes. Come hang out, design a custom shirt, and connect with your campus community.

 5.       WV Governor’s Internship Program Now Accepting Applications

The Governor’s Internship Program connects undergraduate and graduate students with meaningful, paid summer employment across West Virginia’s government agencies.  The hands-on experience allows students to gain professional experience relevant to their academic interests under the supervision of industry experts.

 Applicants must meet the following criteria: 

·         Completion of at least one academic year of study at an accredited university, college, or technical school by May 2026.

·         A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.

·         Current enrollment at a West Virginia institution, or status of a West Virginia resident attending an accredited out-of-state school.

May 2026 graduates are also eligible to apply for these internships.  Find the internship application link, required application materials and more here:  https://intern.wv.gov/photo-call-out/apply-join-us-today. 

 6.       Spring ISP (Individual Success Plan) meetings

Now is the time to schedule your required ISP meetings.  These appointments will take place in person in the SSS office (or virtually if needed).  Please allow at least 1 hour for your meeting, you will go over some important information with your counselor.  Stop by the office or call us to schedule your appointment (304-293-6629).  We look forward to seeing everyone again this year!

 7.       SSS Tutor Requests

The SSS office will once again be offering one-on-one tutoring this semester.  You will not be able to request a tutor until you complete your ISP appointment with your counselor.  Call the office at 304-293-6629 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.       SSS Drop-in Tutoring Schedule for Spring 2026

Our FREE drop-in tutoring sessions in the SSS office are as follows:

 Mondays - 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm

CHEM 110, 111, 112, 115, 116, 233

BIOL 101, 102, 115

MATH 121,122, 124, 126, 150, 155, 156, 251, 261

PHYS 101, 102, 111

Study Skills

Note Taking Skills

 Wednesdays – 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CHEM 110, 115, 116, 233, 234

BIOL 101, 102, 115, 117, 219

MATH 121,122, 124,126, 150, 155, 156, 251, 261

PHYS 101, 102, 111

STAT 211

SPAN 101,102, 203, 204

Study Skills

Note Taking Skills

 Fridays – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

CHEM 110, 115, 116, 233, 234

BIOL 101, 102, 115, 117, 219

MATH 121,122, 124,126, 150, 155, 156

PHYS 101, 102

STAT 211

SPAN 101,102, 203, 204

Study Skills

Note Taking Skills

 9.       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, coffee, and other drinks available throughout the academic year.

 10.   Important Dates

April 3 – Spring Holiday - University Closed

April 7 – STAR Web available for Sophomores (30 – 59 hours) Summer/Fall 2026 Registration

April 10 – STAR Web available for Freshmen (1 – 29 hours) Summer/Fall 2026 Registration

April 17 – Last Day to Withdraw from an individual course for full term / Last Day to Withdraw from University

May 1 – Last day of Classes

May 4 - May 8 – Final Exams

May 11 – Final Grades due by noon

May 12 – Election Day - University Closed

May 15,16,17 – Commencement

 11.   Additional FREE academic support

WVU tutoring centers are offering both in-person and online tutoring options for Spring 2026.  For details about each tutoring center and instructions about how to receive support, go to:  https://tutoring.wvu.edu/.

 The REACH Student Success Center is offering support from Peer Assistants to help you stay on track for a successful semester.  Live chat or text Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm.  Beyond Business hours, a virtual chatbot is available to answer questions.  Text 304-396-7241 or use Live Chat at https://studentsuccess.wvu.edu/ to get started. 

 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.