{"id":5818,"date":"2020-09-28T20:17:49","date_gmt":"2020-09-28T20:17:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/?page_id=5818"},"modified":"2025-09-24T14:40:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T18:40:06","slug":"announcements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/announcements\/","title":{"rendered":"Announcements"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Announcements<\/span> &amp; <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Ongoing Events<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><strong>SPRING SEMESTER GUIDELINES FOR WCSU STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We hope you had a wonderful summer break and we are so excited to welcome everyone back to campus! Please remember to login to your Medicat Health portal to be sure that we have all of your health requirements prior to move in! <a href=\"https:\/\/wcsu.medicatconnect.com\/\">(wcsu.medicatconnect.com)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>We are aware that there has been a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in the local community. To best keep our campus safe, Health Services would like to offer a few reminders and recommendations:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Washing your hands often is the best way to prevent illness.<\/li>\n<li>Stay up to date with Covid-19 boosters and annual Influenza Vaccine<\/li>\n<li>If you feel sick- Stay Home!\n<ol>\n<li>Test yourself for COVID-19 with a rapid antigen test<\/li>\n<li>Consider wearing a mask while indoors in crowded spaces, particularly if you have an immune compromising medical condition or reside with someone who does.\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/prevent-getting-sick\/prevention.html\">CDC Website<\/a> for the latest COVID-19 information and guidance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>The university will no longer manage contact tracing or make notifications about potential exposure. All individuals will be responsible for managing notification of those who were in close contact with you.<\/li>\n<li>Students who miss classes or activities due to a COVID diagnosis should contact their professors and coaches for specifics on how to proceed with any missed assignments or information.<\/li>\n<li>For most, masking is not required on campus and we have no social distancing requirements. However, if you have been exposed or tested positive, you must wear a mask per CDC guidelines. In addition, the university\u2019s masking requirements will be based on local conditions in Fairfield County.<\/li>\n<li>For students who have symptoms, you will have to make an appointment with <a href=\"mailto:https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/healthservices\/\">Health Services<\/a> to be tested on-site. The university will not provide additional PCR testing services as were available in past semesters. To locate a PCR test provider near you f<a href=\"https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/Coronavirus\">ollow this link<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Faculty and staff who test positive should submit a self-report via the following website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwestconn.tfaforms.net%2F201&amp;data=05%7C01%7Chills%40wcsu.edu%7Cef4886cd5d0c4ca33f6e08db9901ac8c%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C638272004700338514%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=cVi64DR1VIlqtIoMaPJouLef%2FGKZqsuu1VO1kRuxw%2Bg%3D&amp;reserved=0\">https:\/\/westconn.tfaforms.net\/201<\/a>.\u00a0 A member of the Human Resources department will be in contact with you shortly thereafter with specific instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-40378 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/02\/WCSU-Food-Pantry-Spring-2023-e1677101010341-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"WCSU Food Pantry Flyer\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/02\/WCSU-Food-Pantry-Spring-2023-e1677101010341-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/02\/WCSU-Food-Pantry-Spring-2023-e1677101010341.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>WCSU FOOD PANTRY:<\/strong> The WCSU Food Pantry is open for all students on Tuesdays and Thursdays<span style=\"color: #fc0a0a;\"> between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.<\/span> The WCSU Food Pantry is designed to provide support to students who are experiencing food insecurity for any reason. The WCSU Food Pantry is temporarily located in the executive dining room in the Midtown Student Center. Students may visit the WCSU Food Pantry once a week for up to twenty (20) items. We are also looking for volunteers to staff the WCSU Food Pantry. Please contact Emily Kappel at <a href=\"mailto:kappel007@wcsu.edu\">kappel007@wcsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>On days the university is closed for holidays or inclement weather, the food pantry will also be closed.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-29832 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/03\/WRD-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Western Research Day logo\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>WESTERN RESEARCH DAY: SUBMISSIONS FORM NOW OPEN: <\/strong>Western Research Day (WRD) will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024. Undergraduate and graduate students from ALL DISCIPLINES are welcome. The deadline for the submission of abstracts is <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">April 4, 2024, by 5 p.m.<\/span> The poster submission portal is available at <a href=\"https:\/\/archives-library.wcsu.edu\/forms\/wrd\/\">https:\/\/archives-library.wcsu.edu\/forms\/wrd\/<\/a> .<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-42823 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/09\/Clery-report-cover-232x300.jpg\" alt=\"Clery Report cover\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/09\/Clery-report-cover-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/09\/Clery-report-cover.jpg 441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 320px;\"><strong>CLERY REPORT: <\/strong>Western Connecticut State University has made available its 2023 Annual Campus Security Report as required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. This report is required to provide crime statistics for the prior three years, policy statements regarding various safety and security measures, campus crime prevention program descriptions, and procedures to be followed in the investigation and prosecution of alleged sex offenses.\u00a0 The report is available online at<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 320px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/police\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/police\/<\/a> and is available in paper form at the WCSU Police Department located at 4 Roberts Ave., Danbury, CT, on the Midtown campus.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-46250 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/04\/GOGfacebook2024-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"Gallery of Graduates \" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/04\/GOGfacebook2024-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/04\/GOGfacebook2024-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/04\/GOGfacebook2024-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/04\/GOGfacebook2024.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;\"><strong>SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO TO THE 2024 GALLERY OF GRADUATES:<\/strong> It&#8217;s that time of year again and commencement is just around the corner! Seniors, make sure your accomplishments get noticed by submitting your info and photo to our Gallery of Graduates: <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/gallery-of-graduates-form\/?fbclid=IwAR27SAezRKXbrdlnPllvtycPABMIcQ0lWB1beEuQmLIMGt9NbEb8h1hJ6fc_aem_ASAdknMrQNxPZRYZuom5g36l5Gn5KxKjK_bZ9lg_sboVGOBx9-ORkIK4Iv0lSygOoR08qeEcmG8KX4EOqtHk5ZCP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/gallery-of-graduates-form\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/isep\/\">ISEP STUDY ABROAD<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41944 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/ISEP-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"ISEP image\" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/ISEP-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/ISEP.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>:<\/strong><\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose from more than 300 partner institutions on six<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> continents!\u00a0<\/span>Begin your quest!<\/p>\n<p>Application deadlines:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fall 2024:<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">March 1, 2024<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Summer 2024:<\/strong> Program deadlines go from <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">Feb. 15 &#8211; April 2024<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For information, contact Donna Warner in the Midtown Student Center 207 at (203) 837-3270 or <span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\"mailto:warnerd@wcsu.edu\">warnerd@wcsu.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-45011 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/01\/spring-fitness-zone-hours-300x295.jpg\" alt=\"spring 2024 fitness zone hours\" width=\"300\" height=\"295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/01\/spring-fitness-zone-hours-300x295.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/01\/spring-fitness-zone-hours-768x755.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2024\/01\/spring-fitness-zone-hours.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>FITNESS ZONE HOURS AND WOLVES REC EVENTS:<\/strong> Check the Recreation Instagram page or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/westconnrec\">Facebook<\/a> page\u00a0 for updates about upcoming events or regularly scheduled classes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-42966 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours-300x213.jpg\" alt=\"Center for Wellbeing hours\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours-768x545.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours-1536x1090.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/10\/IHHS-hours.jpg 1748w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>IHHS CENTER FOR WELL-BEING HOURS:<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">Monday &#8211; Friday,<\/span> <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">10 a.m.\u00a0 to 3 p.m.<\/span>, White Hall, Room 114, Midtown campus.\u00a0We welcome you to the IHHS Center for Wellbeing for relaxation, stress relief, or to simply stop and catch your breath. We offer simple meditation, guided imagery, \u201cyoga off the mat,\u201d and\u00a0 mindfulness meditations (coloring and chocolate). The gathering space is cozy yet large enough for small group workshops or activities. We offer herbal tea, a lending library, and gentle introduction and guidance in deep breathing and other stress-relieving activities. Private reiki sessions can be scheduled by appointment. This is an excellent resource for students who desire to find a quiet, relaxing spot on campus or need some time to escape the academic and social stressors present on a college campus.<\/p>\n<p>For information about the IHHS, stress management, meditation and other practices, contact Christel Autuori at <a href=\"mailto:autuoric@wcsu.edu\">autuoric@wcsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42109 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/Math-Clinic-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"Math Clinic hours\" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/Math-Clinic-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2023\/08\/Math-Clinic.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><strong>MATH CLINIC HOURS:<\/strong> Do you need help with your WCSU math courses? Or simply a place to study math with help available just in case? Then, visit our knowledgeable, helpful and friendly Math Clinic Tutors in HI 108. We work primarily on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis, where appointments aren\u2019t needed. Hours are <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays<\/span>, and <span style=\"color: #c70000;\">9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays<\/span>. We encourage all students who are taking math classes to use this excellent resource early and often. For more information and to find the complete Fall 2023 schedule that lists the tutor names, work hours and the courses each is willing and able to tutor: Please check your WCSU student email, refer to the Math Clinic Blackboard Module \u201cMath Clinic Schedule and Tutors,\u201d or visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/math\/math-clinic\/\">Math Clinic website<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/math\/math-clinic-schedule\/\">Math Clinic schedule<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/04\/EMC-Solutions.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-30398 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/04\/EMC-Solutions-300x124.jpg\" alt=\"ECMC Solutions - green logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/04\/EMC-Solutions-300x124.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/04\/EMC-Solutions.jpg 318w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>SOLUTIONS AT ECMC:<\/strong> WCSU has teamed up with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecmcsolutions.org\"><strong>Solutions at ECMC<\/strong><\/a> to provide students with a single resource for all their loan-related questions. Most importantly, to provide students with repayment options to avoid defaulting on their federal student loan. Solutions, a service of the non-profit organization ECMC, is dedicated to helping students recognize and realize their potential by creating and providing innovative education solutions that support schools and improve student educational outcomes.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Solutions provides the following services:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One-on-one guidance. Advisers spend as much time as necessary with each student to ensure they understand the repayment plan options and can make informed decisions.<\/li>\n<li>Multiple communications options with advisors via phone, web chat, and email.<\/li>\n<li>Match the repayment plan to the student\u2019s situation that will provide the most likely long-term solution.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the student understands the short and long-term impact of their repayment plan choice.<\/li>\n<li>Email outreach campaigns that include time-sensitive information based on the student\u2019s status and guidance for taking action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please go to the <a href=\"http:\/\/wcsu.edu\/finaid\/ecmc\/\">ECMC Financial Aid website<\/a> for contact information.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/01\/UPASS-Fall-2021-2-e1642172652580.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-28151 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/01\/UPASS-Fall-2021-2-150x150.png\" alt=\"Grab your U-Pass at the Info Desks in the Student Centers\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>U-PASSES AVAILABLE:<\/strong> Stop by the information desk to grab your U-Pass for free transportation on any of Connecticut&#8217;s buses or trains. Use it to explore the neighboring towns or to make a trip to New York City (fare in NY State still applies.)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/09\/Handshake-e1631630036953.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-25622 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/09\/Handshake-300x232.jpg\" alt=\"Handshake Flyer\" width=\"300\" height=\"232\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>HANDSHAKE:\u00a0<\/strong>Join and follow the WCSU Handshake job board to explore part-time and full-time jobs\/internships, research employers,<\/p>\n<p>view\/sign-up for workshops\/events, make student connections, join virtual career fairs, meet with the Career Success Center team and much more&#8230;For more information, email <a href=\"mailto:careersuccess@wcsu.edu\">careersuccess@wcsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-26073 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/10\/GrubHub-flyer-232x300.jpg\" alt=\"Grubhub Flyer\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/10\/GrubHub-flyer-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/10\/GrubHub-flyer-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/10\/GrubHub-flyer.jpg 773w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>GRUB HUB:<\/strong> Did you know that Western Connecticut State University students get Grubhub+ Student for free through graduation? Use your CONNect Cash to order from your favorite restaurants and get free delivery, exclusive perks, and $10 off* your first order. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Download the app<\/li>\n<li>Tap Account then Campus Dining<\/li>\n<li>Follow the prompts to activate free Grubhub+ Student<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy a $10 Perk and start ordering from your favorite off-campus restaurants!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>*<a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flp.grubhub.com%2Flegal%2Fplus%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Chills%40wcsu.edu%7C39b69407107a4be6f1a208d984ef2314%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C637686985987501711%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=Lzwrbsq8KEkdKNeo7W5IL8CPkSS1QKid9AzPA8AkA0E%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/06\/Education-Facebook-ad.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23107 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/06\/Education-Facebook-ad-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"Students in Classroom paying attention\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/06\/Education-Facebook-ad-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/06\/Education-Facebook-ad-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/06\/Education-Facebook-ad.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>MASTER&#8217;S DEGREE PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION &#8211; APPLY NOW:<\/strong> WCSU leads the region in innovative programs for professionals seeking licensure or specializations at the graduate level. Enhance your opportunities with a degree in:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">MSED in Special Education K-12 (cross-endorsement)<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">MSED in Literacy and Language Arts K-12 (Remedial Reading certification)<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">MSED in Instructional Technology<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p>Apply to enroll in our next cohort and take control of your future. Learn more at the <a href=\"http:\/\/wcsu.edu\/education\">Education website.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-20005 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"TalkCampus flyer showing cell phones\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2021\/03\/Talk-Campus-WOW-JPG.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>TALKCAMPUS APP:<\/strong> TalkCampus is an app where you can talk with other students from around the world 24\/7 if you\u2019re struggling and worried about your mental health. Your student email address will give you free access; just download TalkCampus from the app store. It\u2019s a place just for you, no staff, no fear of judgment, just instant, ongoing support. For more information, go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talkcampus.io\/wcsu\">Talk Campus website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-32223 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/wow\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/09\/Student-Handbook-2022-23-info-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Student Handbook 2022-23\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/09\/Student-Handbook-2022-23-info-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/09\/Student-Handbook-2022-23-info-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/events\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2022\/09\/Student-Handbook-2022-23-info.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/div>\n<p><strong>STUDENT HANDBOOK:<\/strong> The updated 2023-24 Student Handbook is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/studenthandbook\/.\">available online here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>INSTAGRAM: DO YOU WANT INSTANT EVENT UPDATES ON YOUR PHONE?<\/strong> Follow these accounts: <strong>CSI:<\/strong> csi_western; <strong>PAC:<\/strong> wcsu_pac;<strong> SGA:<\/strong> wcsu_sga; <strong>STUDENT AFFAIRS:<\/strong> wcsu_studentaffairs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Announcements &amp; Ongoing Events SPRING SEMESTER GUIDELINES FOR WCSU STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF: We hope you had a wonderful summer break and we are so excited to welcome everyone back to campus! 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