Academic
Skills Lab and Study Skills Workshops
Beekey 122, 683-4208
Help with reading and/or study skills in all subjects. Small group assistance
for students in the areas of note taking, test preparation, listening skills,
time management, stress, test anxiety, and writing research papers. Locations
and times vary throughout the academic year. Call for more information.
Tutoring
Services – Tutoring Office
Beekey 122, 683-4207
One-on-one tutoring is available for most
courses. This service helps students review class material, understand
concepts, and improve study strategies. All tutors are screened and
trained by the Department of Developmental Studies.
Writing
Lab
Old Main 21, 683-4733
Tutors are available to assist students
with writing assignments at any level. Services include preparation
of papers, proofreading, and help with scientific writing. Appointments
are recommended.
Career Services
–
Mr. Larry Sechney, Director
Stratton 129, 683-4067
Services are provided to assist students
to prepare for professional opportunities after graduation. These
services include: Career Library, Career programs and workshops, individual/group
consultation, on-campus interviewing, internships and summer jobs, computer
assisted career planning, testing service, and credential service.
Student
Conduct Standards – Robert Watrous, Director
SUB 262, 683-1320
Questions about campus rules and regulations, and those seeking information related
to legal problems.
University Counseling
Services, Dr. Bruce Sharkin, Administrative Director
215 Stratton Admin.
683-4072
Refer students with psychological, interpersonal,
alcohol and other drug difficulties. Students on academic warning
and probation are also seen in this office for assessment, referral, and
follow up.
Financial
Aid, Ms.
Anita Faust, Director
Stratton 218, 683-4077,4078,4079
This office provides both advice and assistance
in the formulation of the student’s financial plans and awards scholarships,
grants, loans, and part-time employment to needy, deserving students.
Housing – Mr. Kent
Dahlquist, Director
Old Main 106, 683-4027
Refer student who have questions or problems
related to on-campus housing. Students experiencing problems with
roommates should be referred to the Resident Assistant (RA) on their wing
or the director of the residence hall in which they reside.
Multicultural
Services, Rhonda Branford, Director
John B. White Multicultural Center, 683-34807
Questions regarding Race Relations and Campus Climate. The center works with
on and off campus organizations in an effort to educate the community on
multicultural issues and concerns.
Health,
Wellness and Counseling Services,
Ms. Mary Gutekunst
102 Health & Wellness Center– 683-4082
Services provided by the center are similar
to primary care provided in most family practices.
Disability
Services — Ms. Barbara Taliafero, Director
220 Stratton Administration,
683-4198
Questions regarding learning or physical
disabilities, leadership development needs, particularly for multicultural
population or students with disabilities, student concerns about a hostile
campus environment.
Office of Social
Equity
124 Stratton Administration, 683-4700
Assistance with education in and investigation of
discrimination and harassment issues.
Office
of Student Involvement – Ms. Christina Christmas-Kunkle, Director
SUB 153A, 683-1383
Refer students who are seeking information
about campus organizations or campus activities.
Volunteer Services
SUB 281 (next to computer lab), 683-4065
Organizes a full range of community service
opportunities for the KU community. Service opportunities include
tutoring and mentoring, environmental clean-ups, soup kitchens, visiting
the elderly, and alternative spring break trips.
Women’s
Center, Dr. Kimberly Johnston, Director
Old
Main 126, 683-4655
This Center attempts to sensitize the university
community to a range of gender concerns. The Center works with groups
both on and off campus to foster sensitivity to women’s needs and to provide
programs for all members of the university community.