West Chester Student Experience is a program at West Chester University that oversees the commuter and off campus student population. The program is aimed to support students that do not have the support they need or have so. By having this organization, students can join to have a better experience on campus during their college
Author: Max Freed Need a suit for a job or an interview? Covered! Need a special print for your project at school? Got it! These are only a couple of the resources at West Chester University of Pennsylvania (WCUPA) that will boost your academic and career outcomes. Tag along for a detailed journey of where
As a commuter student, my college experience begins even before I enter the classroom. It starts in a parking lot, circling for minutes trying to find a parking spot, either at Matlack Lot or Sykes lot, as many other are doing the same. What seems like a simple task, is something more. It reflects my
By Andres Ruiz I don’t need to tell you that life is short. Our usual day-to-day activities will make up most of it. It becomes easy to let the weeks slip into months and the months into years, only to look back and realize the amount of time that has passed without appreciating the beauty of everyday life. It is for this reason I find it essential to
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Show Up Like a Professional An internship isn’t just a short-term gig or a bullet point for your résumé, it can be your ticket to a full-time role if you approach it strategically. The first step is to show up like a professional: be on time, dress appropriately, and carry yourself as if you’re already
By Madeleine Suhrbier After interviewing Kai about his experience of going through a loss and grieving his grandma, I went to West Chester University Counseling Center for some professional advice on grief. Moira Compton is a master-level social worker and pre-licensed therapist who works full-time at WCU as a therapist. Before becoming a therapist, she worked in a hospice, where she witnessed many grieving families. My main goal from this interview was to learn how
By: Madeleine Suhrbier Losing a loved one is a universal experience that nobody seems to talk about. Sometimes we struggle to find the right words to say, and most of the time it’s uncomfortable. Kai, a student at West Chester University, recently created a podcast episode recounting his journey coping with grief: In this interview, I wanted to dive deeper
The Pressure of Having it “Figured Out” in College When entering the new world of a university, as young adults we often feel expected to have everything figured out. We’re encouraged to pick a major, follow that course path, and have a degree to show for it after four years. Everyone always seems to have
Starting college is an exciting yet overwhelming experience. Between academics, social life, and personal growth, there’s a lot to juggle. At West Chester University, student life is vibrant, diverse, and full of opportunities. This guide will help you navigate you through your college experience and help you make the most of your time here. 1.
Last week, an array of student organizations held events focused on giving. Thanksgiving is steadfastly approaching, and we visited two student-led initiatives that partook in the spirit of giving: HerCampus and Social Work Club (SWC). Her Campus held a winter clothing drive, and Social Work Club had a canned food drive. Winter Clothing Donation With
Let’s face it, trying to balance a full load of college courses while also trying to manage money can be difficult. Sure, you could find a part-time job near campus and work 15 hours or so every week, but that can also be hard to manage. You’ll then follow a weekly schedule that might help
Is the monotony of class bringing you down? Are you looking for a change of scenery to diversify your life? Well, it seems like you are in need of a well-deserved trip studying abroad. But with so many places to pick from, where are you going to go? Well look no further! Here are the
Going off to college means having to live in a college dorm. Although living in a dorm isn’t ideal, it is inevitable to most college students experience. It is a big adjustment and allows you to learn a lot. With living in a dorm comes lots of changes, both good and bad. This includes sharing
What’s up, Golden Rams? Mariah Carey has defrosted and broke out of the giant ice cube, and what better way to celebrate than by hosting a fantastic “Friendsgiving” right here at your second home? Whether you live in the dorms or nearby apartments, we’ve got some exciting ideas to help you plan a memorable gathering