For general Student Life questions, please email Student Life or
call 262.691.5302 and someone will respond to you as quickly as possible.
To reach specific members of our department:
Jonathan Pedraza, Dean of Students Trena Anderson, Navigator
Stephanie Hubanks, Director, Student Success & Engagement Beth Seybold, Navigator
Karen Ziegler, Student Life Coordinator Laurel Taylor, Navigator
Sam Saeger, Student Conduct & Prevention Specialist Tina Kadar, Navigator
Ian Sheeley, Esports Coordinator Beth Soika, Administrative Assistant
We are the Student Affairs specialists at WCTC. In Student Life, we know that students benefit more from college if they engage in a variety of educationally purposeful activities. Research has shown that involvement in academic and social life of an institution enhances learning and that students who feel connected to the campus are more likely to take advantage of resources to help them succeed. We are here to assist in the development of the "whole student" so that they may learn to be productive members of the campus, community, and society in general. We believe the student is the most important person on this campus. Without them, there would be no need for this institution. We are dependent on them. They are not to be hurried away so we can do our own thing...they ARE our thing. They are not an interruption to our work, but the purpose of it.
VISION: The Office of Student Life makes great things happen by creating a positive campus community focused on student success.
MISSION: The Office of Student Life provides resources and support to foster an environment of engaged, accountable, and competent students with a diverse perspective.
The Student Life Office plays an integral role in daily life on campus. It supplements your academic experience by offering a wide variety of out-of-classroom experiences that enable you to excel in your career.
Student Life offers numerous activities and leadership opportunities to assist in your personal and professional development. Co-curricular experiences are important and can help you develop critical life skills. Through these experiences, you can gain knowledge and tools to become a more effective leader on campus, in the community, at work and at home.
Employers recognize the importance of leadership and campus involvement. They seek out students who are academically strong and who are involved in professional organizations, community service and service learning projects, leisure activities and campus leadership.
Student Life oversees: Student Government Association (SGA), Student Organizations (Clubs), New Student Orientation (NSO), Student Awards, Student Conduct, Behavioral Intervention Team, Campus Cupboard, the Navigators and Graduation. The office also serves as a resource regarding student health insurance.
Currently enrolled students may access the Campus Cupboard, WCTC's on-campus food pantry, for nutritional assistance. Students must show a current WCTC student ID card in order to pick up a pre-packed bag of groceries, which contains breakfast, lunch and dinner items. Limit one bag per week per student. Campus Cupboard bags may be picked up at the Student Life office (C121) anytime during normal business hours. See flyer below for additional information.
Display cases are located in the College Center Atrium (1st floor) and can be reserved on a monthly basis through the Student Life Office. These display cases are available for WCTC Clubs and Departments to highlight various programs, achievements, topics, etc. If you would like to reserve a display case, please contact Beth Soika.
The Spring Commencement Ceremony
will be held on
Saturday, May 18, 2024
in the AJN Education Center.
More information can be found here.
Also check your student email regularly for additional updates.
Students who are intending to complete their program in Spring can use this link to apply starting January 22nd -- Apply now.
Certificate Completion
NEW: Ordering a Diploma or Certificate:
Beginning spring 2022, the diploma fee has been eliminated. If you graduate in spring 2022 or later, you will automatically receive a diploma at no cost upon completing your associate degree, technical diploma or apprenticeship program.
Certificates and any diplomas earned prior to spring 2022 must be ordered through Registration. Please watch your WCTC email for confirmation of your program completion and ordering instructions.
To qualify for honors recognition at the graduation ceremony, you must meet the following requirements:
Honors: Program GPA of 3.5 to 3.84
Distinction: Program GPA of 3.85 to 4.00
Tables in the "Vendor Spot" can be reserved by WCTC Clubs/Departments to promote campus activities. These tables are also available for College Recruiters (if there is a current articulation agreement on file) and Employers.
To reserve a table...
If you are a Club/Department or College Recruiter, please contact Beth Soika.
If you are an employer and would like to reserve a table, please contact Career Connections.
The Spring Awards Ceremony (which includes the National Technical Honor Society & Tri-Alpha Honor Society Induction) will be held on Thursday, May 2nd in the Anthony J. Natalizio Center. Please watch your email for additional information.
Fall / Spring Awards
Each Semester, the Student Life office sponsors the Student Awards Program. This is a time for us to recognize the outstanding achievements of our graduating students.
Program Awards
Faculty are asked each semester to nominate (1) student per program to receive the "Outstanding Program Award." These students represent the "best of the best" in their respective academic program. The selection process is left to the discretion of each program area, but the following criteria should be used:
Club Awards
Club Advisors are asked each semester to nominate one graduating club member to receive the "Outstanding Club Member Award." Each club is free to use their own selection process.
Outstanding Student Award
All Program Award recipients are invited to apply for one of four Outstanding Student Awards (one per School). The students are asked to complete an application and submit a professional resume. The awards committee, comprised of a cross-section of staff members, conducts interviews to select the top student in each school who represents the spirit and mission of WCTC.
Phi Theta Kappa is an organization that has been named the official honor society of two year colleges by the American Association of Community Colleges and recognizes the academic achievement of college students. PTK provides opportunities for its members to grow as scholars and leaders.
Students are eligible for membership by invite only, having achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5, enrolled in a two year Associate Degree Program and having completed at least 12 credit hours at WCTC.
Some Benefits of PTK Membership:
This Honor Society opportunity is offered in the Fall Semester at WCTC. Students are invited via their WCTC student email account, typically in late September. Since it is only offered once per academic year, timely membership application is essential when this opportunity is offered.
Feel free to check out the PTK website for further information.
National Technical Honor Society 
National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is the acknowledged leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in career and technical education. Thousands of schools and colleges are affiliated with the Society. Member schools agree that NTHS encourages higher scholastic achievement, cultivates a desire for personal excellence, and helps top students find success in today's high competitive workplace.
Students are eligible for membership by invite only having achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, enrolled in a Career Technical Program and having completed at least 12 credit hours at WCTC.
Some Benefits of NTHS Membership:
This Honor Society opportunity is offered in the Spring Semester at WCTC. Students are invited via their WCTC student email account, typically in late January. Since it is only offered once per academic year, timely membership application is essential when this opportunity is offered.
Feel free to check out the NTHS website for further information.