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Name three different programs Western offers
OVER 100 Programs!!
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Western has a Residence Hall or Dorm right on campus. True or False?
TRUE! These mini apartments hold four people. You have your own kitchenette, bathroom, and living space within them!
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About how much a year does it cost to attend Western?
$3,911.00
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This service that Western offers will help you make sure you're in the right program and will help you get the right job! They help with interviewing, resumes, searching for jobs and more! What is this service called?
Career Services! Located in the Academic Resource Center (ARC)
100
Mac went to Western and graduated with ECE and Visual Communication. I lived in the dorms and played volleyball as well! TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE! I absolutely loved my experience at Western and can answer any questions you have about living in La Crosse! I continued my Education at Viterbo and saved A TON of money by starting at Western!
200
Students acquire the skills needed to work with diverse groups of youth and adults facing a multitude of challenges such as poverty, discrimination, child abuse homelessness, addictions, physical and mental health problems, and disabilities. What program is this?
Human Services Associate! You can use this degree to transfer into a four year college to become a social worker, councilor, and more!
200
Western offers clubs for students to be a part of! Can you name three of them?
ABC (All ‘Bout Children) ACRO-ASHRAE (Amer. Soc. Htg. Ref. & Air Cond.) Skills Alliance for Equality Biomedical Electronics Org. CRU Cavalier Athletic Volunteer Society (CAVS) Collegiate DECA Coulee Region Architecture Criminal Justice Association Electromechanical & Automation club Fine Arts Club Fire Fighter Club Foods Club Foundations of Teacher Education (IA) Graphics Club Green Energy Efficiency Health Information Technology & Medical Coding Specialist Human Services Landscape Horticulture MLT/CLT HOS Club Multi-Cultural Club Phi Theta Kappa (Beta Nu Chi Chapter) PAS-Postsecondary Ag. Student Radiography Club Respiratory Club SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) SkillsUSA - Auto SkillsUSA Diesel SkillsUSA Wood Tech Skills USA Welding Club Student Nursing Association Student Occupational Therapy Assoc. Study Abroad Club Western Asian Club (W.A.C.)
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There are many ways to get help paying for college. Name two different types of Aid you can apply for to help.
Grants Loans Work-study Scholarships
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Western offers many different Health and Wellness services. Can you name three of them?
Physical Activity - Wellness Center Healthy Eating- 500 club at café Emotional Wellness - Free Counseling if you are struggling Spiritual Opportunities Healthcare - Health Center primary care services for students!
200
What is Westerns Mascot?
The Cavaliers!
300
You would be the member of the surgical team who makes sure that equipment is working properly, that the environment is sterile and safe, and that the patient is comfortable. What program is this?
Surgical Technology! Median Salary: $42,000.00 a year $22.00 an hour
300
Western offers Intramural sports with Fun and Competitive leagues! Name the four Intramural sports Western offers.
Basketball (Co-Ed) Bowling (Co-Ed) Indoor Soccer Volleyball
300
You must pay back loans for college, but you do not need to pay back scholarships or grants. True or False
True! Apply for as many grants and scholarships as you can! There are many out there and some require you to have a good GPA in high school!
300
Western offers Communications Assistance! What are subjects you would go to communication assistance for?
Reading Writing Speech Grammar Brainstorming for a project
300
How many buildings are on Westerns campus in La Crosse.
7 Buildings not including our Automotive campus! You get the real college feel at Western!
400
This program covers theory and practice in: shielded metal arc, oxy-fuel, gas metal arc, and gas tungsten arc. What program is this?
Welding! HIGH demand! Technical Degree One year program Median Salary: $32,000.00 a year! or $21.00 an hour!
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What four sports does Western have?
Baseball, Woman's Basketball, Men's Basketball, Volleyball! Our mascot is the CAVS!
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What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid The FAFSA is the form that families fill out to apply for federal grants, loans, and work-study funds for college students. It is administered by the U.S. Department of Education, which provides more than $150 billion in student aid each year. Because aid is awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
400
If I struggle with math Western does not have support for me and I will need to figure it out on my own. True or False?
FALSE! We have a Math Center and a specialist to help you with your math courses! No appointments are needed. You can walk in and get help on homework, study skills, or an upcoming test!
400
Westerns Application takes five minutes to complete, with no essays. TRUE or FALSE
TRUE! Applying to Western is simple and fast! This can be done online or with paper copy! If you qualify for free and reduced lunch you can have your Fee Waived!
500
You’ll learn child development, curriculum planning, and managing behavior. The program also covers government mandates, reporting procedures, and regulations in the industry. What program is this?
Early Childhood Education! You can graduate with this degree and transfer your credits to a four year college to become a teacher!
500
Western has over six different restaurant options at the Union Market. Name three of the options!
Erbert and Gerbert's Subs and Soups Hub's Burgers & Sandwiches Chops Mongolian Grill 7th Street Burritos Cavalini's Pizza Fast & Fresh Soups & Salads Union Grind Union Bistro - ran by Culinary Program students!
500
If you don't understand Financial Aid, my bill, or how to register for classes where can you go on Western's Campus to get help?
The Welcome Center! There is a cashiers office, financial aid office, enrollment services office and they are all there to HELP YOU! Also, my office is there! Stop by and I can help direct you as well
500
If I receive low ACT scores I cannot go to college. TRUE or FALSE?
FALSE! Western is open enrollment, which means we accept anyone that is willing to try! We have developmental courses that will help build up your skills in reading, writing, and math! Western wants to see you succeed and achieve your dreams!
500
Western collects rain water to help save the earth and money! What do they do with this rain water?
The rain water is used in multiple ways! They clean it up enough to use in toilets instead of using fresh water. They also put it through a machine that warms the water up and goes throughout the building to heat it instead of spending more money turning up the heat! We have programs at Western that teach you more about being environmentally friendly!