Center for Student Success and Belonging

CSSB Services

The Center for Student Success and Belonging (CSSB) is dedicated to the academic growth and personal development of UW Oshkosh structurally and culturally excluded populations. The CSSB aims to empower and inform students, faculty, staff, and the broader community to create a campus climate through outreach, educational programming, leadership opportunities, and outreach initiatives. The CSSB is committed to helping students achieve their fullest potential and preparing them for leadership through education, social activities and experiences that embrace, affirm and transform every student with respect for their unique backgrounds. The following provides an overview of the services offered:

• Academic guidance and coaching help students find career opportunities, scholarships, internships, grants, financial aid, financial literacy information, and assistance applying to graduate school. Staff can also help resolve concerns with transitioning from high school to college, transferring from another university, or returning as a nontraditional student.  Staff will provide student education, advocacy, and support.
• Educational forums/seminars/workshops are offered to lead students to greater independence, academic achievement, personal development, and lifelong learning. There are first-year student workshops, professional and leadership development/training, personal, career, and financial aid assistance.
• Mentoring and referrals to other departments are provided by coordinators who have the answers to your questions and can connect students to the many campus resources UW Oshkosh offers, including referral to different academic and student support services, including tutoring, writing, and math.
• Organizations both on/off campus are engaged by staff members who work closely with faculty, staff, academic departments and other campus and community partners to provide services for students by…
  • Ensuring that students’ needs are accurately assessed and aggressively addressed,
  • Providing academic support and/or referring students to other campus resources and
  • Maintaining a supportive learning and nurturing environment for all students.
• Educational and social programs aid in educating the campus and community on current trends and issues facing students and their needs.. These programs help students grow academically, foster a greater sense of belonging, improve relations, and foster a greater appreciation, and social connections so they can be successful.