Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Kickoff Your Semester with these Campus Resources

We are gearing up for the fall semester and excited to have our campus full of Bobcats again!  Before you arrive to campus and get overwhelmed with all the things to do and opportunities to explore, check out the resources below!  We believe you will find these resources helpful whether you are new to campus or entering your last semester.  This is no where close to all the resources and offices at Texas State designed to help you be successful, but just a few to get you started.  Please explore the Texas State website for a full comprehensive list of resources.


Career Services is a great place to discover career options, obtain job search help, connect with employers, explore graduate and professional school, and more!  We host up to 9 career and job fairs each semester, which means an abundance of employers are brought to campus on a regular basis.  


If you are still in the career exploration phase, don't fear, Personalized Academic and Career Exploration (PACE) is here!  Call 512.245.PACE (7223) to setup an appointment to kick-start your journey to finding the perfect career for you.

Office of Disability Services (ODS)

ODS is here on campus to ensure that every student with a disability receives equal access to all university related programming.  You do not have to have a visible disability to utilize this office.  ODS welcomes all students who disclose a disability, and is determined to assist with your experiences both in and outside the classroom across campus, from academic support to campus accessibility. 


Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion (SDI)

SDI ensures that underrepresented students have both cultural and personal support throughout their time at Texas State.  This office provides a variety of empowerment groups so that everyone feels that they have a home on campus to connect with peers.  Aside from the empowerment groups there are a variety of scholarship and funding opportunities, and one cannot forget the annual conference, Equality University, that SDI hosts with nationally known keynote speakers.


Writing Center

Don't let your writing intensive courses get you down, the Writing Center will reopen for the fall semester!  It's easy to setup an appointment online, or ask a quick question by tweeting @txstwc.


Student Learning Assistance Center (SLAC)

It does not matter if it is your first semester on campus or your last semester before graduation, academic demands can be stressful.  SLAC is an academic support program that offers a variety of tutoring services.  Whether you learn better in a group, individually, or online, SLAC has resources for you!  Aside from tutoring, SLAC offers specialized workshops free of charge to students in regards to study skills, test preparation, and anxiety management.


Counseling Center

The Counseling Center is designed to assist our Bobcats with acquiring the skills, attitudes, values, and knowledge needed to succeed academically and personally.  This center provides both group and individual counseling services.


Student Involvement @ LBJSC

Student Involvement has over 300 student organizations to become a part of.  If you do not find an organization that fits your interests, you can always start your own.  Aside from joining a student organization, there are an abundance of volunteer and civic engagement opportunities to explore.

If you will not be living on-campus, Student Involvement offers off-campus initiatives just for you! Texas State wants you to feel connected to the campus and the community, so learn how you can get involved!