Smart Start Program

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The Smart Start Program (SSP) is a retention initiative under The Office of Multicultural Student Services and its larger pillar of Community, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence. A proven and unique program that serves first-year, freshmen, first-generation WSU Students, Smart Start works from a one-of-a-kind foundation from which students can clearly identify growth needed to succeed and graduate. When you are selected for the program, your first-year experience is mentored by a Higher Education Professional who is knowledgeable of the highs and lows transitioning into a University, provides information on helpful resources relevant to each student, and monitors your academic performance.