Student Life

Learn about what students at WCU have to say about student life on and off campus.

5 Tips to Support a Friend Going Through Loss 

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

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Coping With Grief: The Universal Experience Nobody Talks About 

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

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The Ultimate Guide to Thriving at West Chester University

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.

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