Section 5: Student Life Services

Student Accessibility Resource Center (SARC)

The purpose of SARC is to coordinate services and accommodations for students with documented disabilities.  Our most common activities include reviewing disability documentation, meeting with students to determine appropriate accommodations, and partnering with other areas on campus to implement these accommodations.

SARC strives to help students assume responsibility of their own educational experience.  We assist students along the way by providing access and opportunity in order for them to reach their full potential.

SARC is pleased to offer numerous services to our registered students.  Please contact us if you are interested in a service that is not listed or you are interested in more information about the described services.

• Advocacy
• Assistive Technology
• Books to CD
• Captioning
• Computer Lab
• Sign Language Interpreting
• Note Taking
• Priority Registration
• Test Accommodations
• Video Phone

SARC hompage

Health Services at WKU

Health Services at WKU is a full service primary care center dedicated to providing all members of the WKU campus community with quality medical services.  We value the opportunity to provide our patients with timely, accessible, convenient and high quality health care right here on campus.

We are proud of our unique position in college healthcare and the convenience we offer the WKU community.  We hope you will take advantage of our services, get involved with our programs, and visit our facility the next time you are seeking medical treatment.

Health Services

Counseling Center

We believe that the university experience should be challenging, not overwhelming, and universities have a duty to support students as they are being challenged.  The WKU Counseling Center is committed to promoting the academic mission of the university by providing a variety of psychological services by strengthening students’ capacity to tolerate stress, form healthy relationships, and seek healthy expressions of their ideals and values.  The Counseling Center also advances the university’s mission by providing educational programming, training, and consultation to the students, faculty, staff, and constituents of WKU.

Counseling at WKU

 

WKU Identification Card

All students are issued a personal identification card (The WKU ID Card). The ID card contains a photo image, the student’s name, and WKU ID number. The ID card entitles the full-time student to general University services, like the entrance to the Preston Activity Center and WKU Athletics events. It will also be the card you use if you have a meal plan or dining dollars. 

How do you get a WKU ID Card?

After completing TOP Online and registering for classes with your advisor, visit the ID Center on the 2nd floor of DSU. You must have a photo ID with you (such as a driver’s license) to prove your identity, and your WKU ID number.  If your card is lost or stolen, you may purchase a replacement for $20.

ID Center

 

WKU Store

The WKU Store is the official store for Western Kentucky University, providing the largest selection of used and rental textbooks in town.  The best place to purchase your official Hilltopper merchandise in Bowling Green is right here on campus - The WKU Store.  They offer a Textbook Reservation Program for Fall and Spring semesters.  The WKU Store is also the only place where students can bill textbooks and supplies to their university bill at the beginning of each Fall and Spring semester.

WKU Store

 

Intercultural Student Engagement Center

The mission of the  Intercultural Student Engagement Center is to provide resources to the campus community and the external community that promote inclusive excellence, access, and social justice for all. ISEC promotes a culturally inclusive campus environment, cultural awareness and competence, inter-group dialogue, engagement and intercultural interaction, and supports lifelong learning about self and others. The office serves as a hands-on recruitment and retention resource for the many cultural, religious/spiritual, and identity groups reflected within the WKU community. The center provides student support services to foster academic success and sponsors culturally based celebratory events. Staff within I.S.E.C. carry out programmatic initiatives designed to increase the cultural competency of students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, center staff manages respectful spaces for students to learn about themselves and others through meaningful experiences, dialogues, and opportunities for growth. 

The Intercultural Student Engagement Center affirms that being a member of an under-represented group may be achieved by membership in one or more of the following social identities: Asian American, Asian Pacific American, Black, LGBTQA, Latino/a, Mental / Physical ability, Mexican American, Native American, Primary language spoken, Religious belief, and Socioeconomic status.

ISEC Website

 

Intramural-Recreational Sports

The Department of Intramural-Recreational Sports is located in the Raymond B. Preston Health and Activities Center.  “Recreation, Fitness, and Fun...Steps To Life Long Activity” expresses the philosophy of this office and one that is implemented by providing recreational and healthy lifestyle opportunities for the university community.

The Raymond B. Preston Health and Activities Center is an 126,000 square foot facility that opened in 1992 which contains:

Preston Center membership fees for all full-time students are included in their tuition during the fall and spring semesters.  Part-time students carrying three or more hours may choose to pay for membership ($35.00) on a semester basis.  

IMREC at WKU

 

Student Activities and Organizations

College is more than academics. It's a time to learn about yourself and others, whether in or out of the classroom.  Students who take advantage of opportunities to become involved at WKU graduate from our institution at a higher rate than the ones who do not.  The Department of Student Activities works to provide co-curricular activities for those who want to become involved at Western Kentucky University.  Whether it is a student organization, student government, leadership programs, or Campus Activities Board (CAB) programming, there is something for each student who wants to become involved.

Student organizations at Western Kentucky University provide an incredible opportunity to meet new people, build leadership and event planning skills, share ideas, and make connections across campus.  WKU is the home to over 300 student organizations providing opportunities for students to engage with a wide variety of interests and activities.  This involvement can provide students a foundation for success, a passion for learning and a commitment to responsible global citizenship, while fostering creativity and service to others.  Organizations can not only provide membership, but a safe home from which students can pursue their passions.

Student Activities at WKU