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2.  Homesickness  Academic Stress  Financial Issues  Work and school  Partying  Private Matters

3.  Issues o Drastic Transition o New environment o Feelings of isolation and loneliness o Anxiety  Ways to cope o Make new friends o Schedule calls home on certain days o Join clubs and organizations o Explore and get familiar with the campus o Bring something from home to keep in the dorm room

4.  Issues o Greater academic demands o More academic independence and responsibility o Higher expectations o Feelings of being overwhelmed and unprepared  Ways to cope o Keep up with school work (2 hours of studying for every one hour in class) o Seek help early (talk with professors / get a tutor) o Get at least 7 hours of sleep o Plan out semester and use a planner o Stay in contact with loved ones at home

5.  Issues o Lack of support from family o Textbook costs o Excessive spending o Tuition and fees  Ways to cope o Scholarships o Make a budget and setting spending limit o Rent textbooks or buy used o Financial Aid office o Apply for Work Study

6.  Issues o Stress of job and school o Busy schedule/Lack of free time o Unable to prioritize o Difficult building connections to campus  Ways to cope o Set realistic academic expectations o Know your goals o Reduce work hours if possible o Save money over school breaks o Find on campus employment

7.  Issues o Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs o Too much fun and not enough studying o Late hours o Blowing off class  Ways to cope o Socialize in moderation o Complete school work before going out o Set a limit and know when enough is enough o Don’t drink in excess o Contact Health and Wellness Center

8.  Issues o Roommate troubles o Death in the family o Dealing with a breakup or heartbreak o Unplanned pregnancy  Ways to cope o Communication is key! o Talk about issues early and seek help o Utilize on campus resources o Develop a support group (family and friends)

9. http://www.duck9.com/College-Student-Drop-Out-Rates.htm

10.  Counseling and Psychological Services: Lawrence 241, 610-436-2301. Individual and group services. http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.cou/  Department of Public Safety: 690 S. Church St. 610-436-3311. Crime reporting and investigation, safe escort on campus. http://www.wcupa.edu/dps/  Learning Assistance Resource Center: Lawrence 223, 610-436-2535. Tutoring, study skills and more. http://www.wcupa.edu/ussss/larc/  Office of Judicial Affairs & Student Assistance: Sykes 238, 610-436-3511 http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.jud/  Office of Multicultural Affairs: Sykes 003, 610-436-3273. Services promoting academic achievement and personal well being. http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/stu.mca/default.asp  Office of Social Equity: 13-15 University Ave. 610-436-2433. Mediation and investigation of complaints of harassment and discrimination. http://www.wcupa.edu/_admin/social.equity/

11.  Campus Recreation: Ehinger Gym Rm 133 http://www.wcupa.edu/CampusRec/default.asp  Student Health and Wellness Services: Wayne Hall, 2nd Floor 610-436- 2509 http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.inf/  Twardowski Career Development Center: Lawrence 106, 610-436-2501 http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/STU.CAR/  Women's Center: Lawrence Rm 100, 2nd floor. 610-436-2122. Resources, support, referrals for all women's issues. http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.wce /  Writing Center: Lawrence 214 610-436-5664. Writing assistance start to finish. http://www.wcupa.edu/_Academics/writingcenter/  Financial Aid Office: 25 University Ave. 610-436-2627 http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/FIN_AID/  Scholarships: http://www.wcufoundation.org/scholarships/