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 Educat

ion. 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:
TBD
Project Director

Karen Wright
Interim Director
[email protected]

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]

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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04/29/2026

We see you lurking… 👀

Might as well make it official & join us! Now is the best time so you’ll be ready to utilize our free services by next semester. 📚💸💻🍔

If you’re not sure if you’re eligible, check out our webpage at the link in our bio to learn more… and apply! 🤝

See you soon!

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Don’t miss your chance… 👀💸🚨SSS Endowed Scholarship applications are due by 11:59 pm THIS SUNDAY, the 26th! No exceptions...
04/24/2026

Don’t miss your chance… 👀💸

🚨SSS Endowed Scholarship applications are due by 11:59 pm THIS SUNDAY, the 26th! No exceptions.🚨

Give a little bit of your time to submit an application to give yourself a shot at extra funds for next semester!

🔗 Link in bio to apply or check your email!

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04/06/2026
04/03/2026

If you’re not in SSS yet... you’re missing out! 👀

5 reasons joining SSS just makes sense:👇1️⃣ Scholarships just for SSS participants!
2️⃣ Free tutoring!
3️⃣ Free textbook checkouts & technology rentals!
4️⃣ Free printing in our private computer lab!
5️⃣ The coolest, most awesome advisors on campus! (okay, we might be a little biased on this one 😜)

We just want the best for you!! 🫶

Not sure where to start?
Check out the links in our bio to learn more & apply! ✨🔗

🗓️SSS OFFICE SCHEDULE UPDATE WEEK OF MARCH 30 - APRIL 3. SSS staff will be out of the office attending the MO-KAN-NE Ann...
03/30/2026

🗓️SSS OFFICE SCHEDULE UPDATE WEEK OF MARCH 30 - APRIL 3.

SSS staff will be out of the office attending the MO-KAN-NE Annual Conference this week. While our office and computer lab will mostly remain open during regular business hours, please note the following times when both our office and lab will be CLOSED:

Tuesday, 3/31 from 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday, 4/2 from 2 PM - 5 PM

Have a great and productive week! See you back on campus on Friday! 🫡

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🌸Spring is Springing, am I right?!Cool off with us on Thursday & come to the TRIO Pop-Out Spring Social for some popsicl...
03/24/2026

🌸Spring is Springing, am I right?!

Cool off with us on Thursday & come to the TRIO Pop-Out Spring Social for some popsicles, games, & good vibes! ✨

We’ll be out on the front lawn of Grace Wilkie Hall from 1 - 3 PM this Thursday the 26th with the other TRIO programs, helping spread the word about our community & resources while having fun!! 🎯🎟️

There will also be raffle prizes so bring your friends ~ the more, the merrier! 🫶🏼

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02/27/2026

POV: You finally understand the assignment 😌📚

SSS tutors are ready to help you study smarter, build confidence, and survive midterms!! 🫡

Tutoring available in:
• Math
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Accounting
• Economics
• Engineering
• Spanish

Friendly faces & a free helpful resource = a recipe for success!

👉 Request a tutor at the link in our bio!

***SSS Tutors are for current SSS participants only. If you need a tutor, and think you may be eligible, apply to join SSS today!*** SSS info and application linked in bio as well!

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02/04/2026

Need a little extra help this semester? SSS has your back! 📚💪

We have tutors to help with:
Math, Bio, Chem, Physics, Accounting, Econ, Aerospace Engineering, and Spanish ‼️

Lock in your tutor now 👉 Link in bio!
*Requests received by Friday, 2/6 will be given priority consideration!*

***SSS Tutors are for current SSS participants only. If you need a tutor, and think you may be eligible, apply to join SSS today!*** SSS info and application linked in bio as well 🫶

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Address

Wichita, KS
67260

Opening Hours

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

Website

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_support/Application_for_Program_Services_online.php

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