Shocker Blast: Oct. 16, 2020

  • Let's all remain diligent and keep wearing our masks
  • Regents appoint Richard Muma as Wichita State interim president
  • Discover how spring classes will be taught
  • Attention fall 2020 graduates! It is time to RSVP to participate in a Fall Commencement Ceremony
  • Kansas Governor to speak at opening of Wichita State’s Molecular Diagnostics Lab
  • Town Hall features Convergence Science Initiative awarded proposals
  • See something, say something - academic integrity
  • Activating the University Strategic Plan
  • It's F1RST-GEN FRIDAY
  • National Student Exchange is perfect for students who want to study and live in a new city!
  • Learn 2 Row with Shocker Rowing
  • Celebrating Careers in Student Affairs Month: From #SAgrad to #SApro
  • Come celebrate Wu at Wu's Birthday Bash!
  • Virtual panel series tackles social inequality research in relation to the pandemic
  • Student Veteran Center receives award sponsored by KPTS-TV 8
  • School of Nursing hosting information session today
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • Join the Graduate School on Wednesday to discuss working in groups remotely
  • First-Generation Student Organization and TRIO / disability student support services meeting today
  • Participate in the Homecoming Bowling Tournament!
  • Friday's ISME Colloquium presentation features Jamie Wollenberg, senior engineer for research and development at The Bradbury Co.
  • Game Night: JackBox games
  • Event listing: part two
  • Homecoming DIY: Sequin pillows
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Public invited to Fall World Series game on Oct. 17
  • Shocker Softball to host Black & Yellow Scrimmage free and open to the public
  • Digital Drag Brunch with Alyssa Edwards
  • Register now for Ulrich Virtual conversation with Wichita photographer Larry Schwarm on Tuesday
  • Woolsey Hall, new home for the W. Frank Barton School of Business - construction camera
  • ‘Let's Talk About It’ is a new podcast from The Fuse hosted by WSU faculty Bobby Berry and Jessica Newman
  • Don't get spooked by your finances
  • Relax and decompress with Self Care Sunday: Decompression Yoga
  • Trivia Night: Homecoming Edition
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members

Convergence Sciences

Town Hall features Convergence Sciences Initiative awardees

Oct. 15, 2020 — Teams from the awarded Convergence Sciences Initiative proposals will give 10-minute presentations featuring their projects at 3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 23.

WSU Today: Oct. 15, 2020

  • Regents appoint Richard Muma as Wichita State interim president
  • Let's all remain diligent and keep wearing our masks
  • Students and faculty - get up to $20,000 from the John A. See Innovation Award
  • October issue of Teaching Today is now available
  • Regalia rental orders for faculty and staff
  • Foundation Requisition Training sign-up
  • New Training: Microsoft Teams Advanced for Team Owners
  • Tuition Assistance applications for spring 2021 now being accepted
  • History Department fall lecture will address the global impact of the 19th Amendment
  • Kansas PTAC workshop coming Oct. 20
  • Kansas NASA EPSCoR Program is requesting proposals for a Seed Research Initiation Grant opportunity
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • Celebrate Women in STEAM Week!
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Digital Drag Brunch with Alyssa Edwards
  • Student Veteran Center to be honored with award sponsored by KPTS-TV 8
  • Sign up for the Pumpkin Run today and receive a free gift!
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
  • Veteran and Military Art Expo hosted by Veterans Upward Bound is seeking art entries now to Oct. 30
  • Shock Walk coming Oct. 23
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas

Shelly Coleman-Martins and Andy McFayden

Wichita State staffers tapped for marketing awards

Oct. 15, 2020 — The Wichita Business Journal has honored Shelly Coleman-Martins and Andy McFayden with 2020 Marketing Awards.

Molecular Diagnostics Lab

Kansas Governor to speak at opening of Wichita State's Molecular Diagnostics Lab

Oct. 15, 2020 — Wichita State University will celebrate the opening of its Molecular Diagnostics Lab (MDL) at 10:45 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at the John Bardo Center on WSU’s Innovation Campus.

WSU Today: Oct. 14, 2020

  • Join us in stocking the Shocker Support Locker
  • See something, say something - Care Team
  • It’s time to redefine Wichita State traditions
  • The WSU Office of Research schedules additional Introduction to Research workshop
  • Kansas NASA EPSCoR Program is requesting proposals for a Partnership Development Grant opportunity
  • Kansas NASA EPSCoR Program is requesting pre-proposals for an ISS Flight Opportunity award
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • Deadline for OAT course designations is approaching
  • All call for The Wheat Shock Leadership Society judges
  • ‘Let's Talk About It’ is a new podcast from The Fuse hosted by WSU faculty Bobby Berry and Jessica Newman
  • Next two workshops in the Grad School Series - register today!
  • History Department fall lecture will address the global impact of the 19th Amendment
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC today
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Orders accepted. Order now using the link provided.
  • Event listing: part two
  • Biometric Screening appointments still available for Tuesday, Oct. 20
  • 2021 Benefits Open Enrollment events
  • Blakeslee’s work is featured in journal
  • Human Resource Coordinator position open to WSU employees only
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
  • Shocker Softball to host Black & Yellow Scrimmage free and open to the public
  • One day only - $12 long sleeve tees
  • Celebrate Women in STEAM Week!
  • The Shocker Support Locker is open for the academic year
  • Sign up today for the Pumpkin Run
  • Game Night: JackBox games
  • Are you a LAS student who is undecided about your major? Allow us to help!
  • Shockers Abroad Series

Richard Muma

Regents appoint Richard Muma as Wichita State interim president

Oct. 14, 2020 -- The Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) voted today to appoint Wichita State University (WSU) Provost Richard Muma as interim president of WSU. Dr. Muma has been serving as acting president since September 25 and will begin serving as interim president immediately.

Shocker Blast: Oct. 14, 2020

  • Students and faculty - get up to $20,000 from the John A. See Innovation Award
  • It’s time to redefine Wichita State traditions
  • What should I do if I have a concern about my class?
  • The Cohen Honors College will improve your college experience -- apply today!
  • See something, say something - Care Team
  • Celebrate Women in STEAM Week!
  • Global Village Assembly at WSU
  • The Shocker Support Locker is open for the academic year
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Earn credit for solving national security issues!
  • ‘Let's Talk About It’ is a new podcast from The Fuse hosted by WSU faculty Bobby Berry and Jessica Newman
  • Student Support Services is accepting applicants for the Martinez Inspire Scholarship
  • Are you a LAS student who is undecided about your major? Allow us to help!
  • Veteran and Military Art Expo hosted by Veterans Upward Bound is seeking art entries now until Oct. 30
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • Next two workshops in the Grad School Series - register today!
  • School of Nursing hosting information session this Friday
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC today
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • Orders accepted. Order now using the link provided.
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Public invited to Fall World Series game on Oct. 17
  • Event listing: part two
  • Game Night: JackBox games
  • History Department fall lecture will address the global impact of the 19th Amendment
  • We challenge you to complete five hours of community service with Wu's Big Challenge
  • Seeking college applicants for Reproductive Justice Leadership Institute
  • Leadership opportunity: Catalyst on Nov. 14
  • Sign up for the Pumpkin Run today and receive a free gift!
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
  • One day only - $12 long sleeve tees
  • Community Service Board (CSB) membership meetings
  • Business students are collecting canned food and personal hygiene products for those in need

Campus Connection: Oct. 13, 2020

  • Dondlinger wins bid to build Woolsey Hall, new home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at WSU
  • Celebrate Women in STEAM Week!
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Ulrich Virtual book discussion later today examines powerful portrait of Ugandan girl
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC on Oct. 14
  • echnology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • Orders accepted. Order now using the link provided.
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • Sign up for the Pumpkin Run today and receive a free tote bag!
  • Join us for this week's Virtual Wellness Programs
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • Learn to row with Shocker Rowing
  • Veteran and Military Art Expo hosted by Veterans Upward Bound is seeking art entries now to Oct. 30
  • Global Village Assembly at WSU
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas
  • Kansas PTAC workshop coming Oct. 20
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Public invited to Fall World Series game on Oct. 17
  • Shocker Softball to host Black & Yellow Scrimmage free and open to the public
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
  • ‘Let's Talk About It’ is a new podcast from The Fuse hosted by WSU faculty Bobby Berry and Jessica Newman
  • One day only - $12 long sleeve tees
  • It’s time to redefine Wichita State traditions
  • Cluck Cluck Boom @ Fuzzy's

WSU Today: Oct. 13, 2020

  • PPE available for classrooms, other spaces
  • Town Hall recap
  • Deadline for OAT course designations is approaching
  • New Training: Microsoft Teams Advanced for Team Owners
  • Global Village Assembly at WSU
  • Submit the office RSVPs: annual SEM gathering on Oct. 28
  • Celebrate Women in STEAM Week!
  • Ulrich Virtual book discussion later today examines powerful portrait of Ugandan girl
  • Orders accepted. Order now using the link provided.
  • Veteran and Military Art Expo hosted by Veterans Upward Bound is seeking art entries now to Oct. 30
  • October issue of Teaching Today is now available
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC on Oct. 14
  • UP & USS joint senate meeting set for Oct. 20
  • State Employee Health Plan updates in response to COVID-19
  • Changes to your HSA/HRA/FSA for 2020 due to CARES Act
  • Shocker alums power through the unprecedented as school principals
  • Cluck Cluck Boom @ Fuzzy's
  • Learn 2 Row with Shocker Rowing
  • Public invited to Fall World Series game on Oct. 17
  • Join us for this week's Virtual Wellness Programs
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • Use your Shocker Dollars in the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Student Support Services is accepting applicants for the Martinez Inspire Scholarship

WSU Today: Oct. 12, 2020

  • Wichita State launches COVID-19 Voluntary Asymptomatic Surveillance Testing Program
  • PPE available for classrooms, other spaces
  • University Town Hall set for 8 a.m. today
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • See something, say something: Face coverings
  • Faculty Senate meeting today
  • The WSU Office of Research schedules additional Introduction to Research workshop
  • Enrollment starts soon!
  • Rise of the Rest 2020 Virtual Tour
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • Fire alarm testing to occur throughout fall
  • Are you ready to vote?
  • Have questions about preventing an STI? Tune into Tuesday Talks on Oct. 13
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC on Oct. 14
  • 2021 Benefits Open Enrollment events
  • WSU’s International Student Union announces INTERFEST
  • Foundation Requisition Training sign-up
  • Shocker Softball to host Black & Yellow Scrimmage free and open to the public
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Student Organization advisors needed
  • Donations needed for nursing home residents
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas
  • Applied learning highlight of the week!
  • Enroll for an in-person service-learning course in psychology!

Shocker Blast: Oct. 12, 2020

  • Wichita State launches COVID-19 Voluntary Asymptomatic Surveillance Testing Program
  • Enrollment starts soon!
  • See something, say something: Face coverings
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • This week Shocker Strong focuses on ‘Practicing Acts of Kindness and Generosity’
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Fire alarm testing to occur throughout fall
  • Deadline to register to vote is Tuesday, Oct. 13. Are you registered?
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • DIY: Sequin Pillows
  • National Student Exchange is perfect for students who want to study and live in a new city!
  • Study Abroad Scholarships for summer 2021
  • Engineers Without Borders to meet today
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • WSU’s International Student Union announces INTERFEST
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • Have questions about preventing an STI? Tune into Tuesday Talks on Oct. 13
  • Wednesdays in Wiedemann with Lynne Davis
  • Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Mario R. Perez, NASA HQ, Washington, DC on Oct. 14
  • Shocker Volleyball hosts final Black & Yellow Scrimmage this fall: Free and open to the public
  • Shocker Softball to host Black & Yellow Scrimmage free and open to the public
  • The Shock Block is back
  • Join us for this week's Virtual Wellness Programs
  • Applied learning highlight of the week!
  • Learn to row with Shocker Rowing
  • Cluck Cluck Boom @ Fuzzy's
  • Use your Shocker Dollars in the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Volunteer opportunity with The Lord's Diner
  • Donations needed for nursing home residents
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas

Students walking with masks on campus

WSU launches COVID-19 Voluntary Asymptomatic Surveillance Testing Program

Oct. 12, 2020 -- Wichita State University is offering a new line of defense against COVID-19 with the launch of its COVID-19 Voluntary Asymptomatic Surveillance Testing Program. Voluntary surveillance testing is part of the university’s multi-pronged strategy to monitor and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campus.

WSU Today: Oct. 9, 2020

  • PPE available for classrooms, other spaces
  • Wichita State releases 2021 employment forecasts
  • Center for Real Estate releases 2021 Kansas Housing Markets Forecast Series
  • F1RST Gen Shocker Friday
  • ‘Let's Talk About It’ is a new podcast from The Fuse hosted by WSU faculty Bobby Berry and Jessica Newman
  • The WSU Office of Research schedules two additional Introduction to Research workshops
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • Student Support Services is accepting applicants for the Martinez Inspire Scholarship
  • All call for The Wheat Shock Leadership Society judges
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Register for the next Rising to the Challenge Virtual Workshop
  • University Town Hall set for Oct. 12
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • WSU’s International Student Union announces INTERFEST
  • Ulrich virtual book discussion on Tuesday examines powerful portrait of Ugandan girl
  • 2021 benefits open enrollment events
  • Impacted by the layoffs in Wichita?
  • WSU student guides the stewardship of Highland Cemetery
  • Public invited to Fall World Series games Oct. 10 & 17
  • Learn to row with Shocker Rowing
  • Have questions about preventing an STI? Tune into Tuesday Talks on Oct. 13
  • Elements Multi-Media Art Competition exhibit submissions are now open
  • Shockers Abroad Series

Shocker Blast: Oct. 9, 2020

  • We challenge you to complete five hours of community service with Wu's Big Challenge
  • Don't miss your chance to apply to the Cohen Honors College!
  • Student Support Services is accepting applicants for the Martinez Inspire Scholarship
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • Join the Student Senate
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • Ulrich virtual book discussion on Tuesday examines powerful portrait of Ugandan girl
  • Elements Multi-Media Art Competition exhibit submissions are now open
  • SGA Elections Commission positions now open ... Apply today!
  • WSU’s International Student Union announces INTERFEST
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • Engineers Without Borders to meet Oct. 12
  • Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
  • Public invited to Fall World Series games Oct. 10 & 17
  • Sign up today for the Pumpkin Run
  • Have questions about preventing an STI? Tune into Tuesday Talks on Oct. 13
  • DIY: Sequin Pillows
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
  • Learn to row with Shocker Rowing
  • Volunteer opportunity with The Lord's Diner
  • Donations needed for nursing home residents
  • Business students are collecting canned food and personal hygiene products for those in need

Cindy Graves

Shocker alums power through the unprecedented as school principals

Oct. 9, 2020 — Thousands of school principals are faced with a challenge no other living school leader has faced: leading their schools through a pandemic. We're featuring two principals with roots in Shocker Nation.

WSU Today: Oct. 8, 2020

  • University Town Hall set for Oct. 12
  • Dondlinger wins bid to build Woolsey Hall, new home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at WSU
  • Foundation Requisition Training sign-up
  • SPTE confirmation letters emailed
  • Tuition Assistance applications for spring 2021 now being accepted
  • New toner program coming soon
  • Commemorative 125th anniversary name badges
  • Earn credit for solving national security issues!
  • LASI 170 course to equip students with resource knowledge
  • Your WSU Police Department wants to hear from you
  • Outdoor Movie – ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’
  • Technology Takes the Wheel event on Oct. 16
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • University Business notes recent high-impact scholarships at Wichita State
  • Employee discount information
  • Take a mental health screening for National Depressions Screening Day
  • Donations needed for nursing home residents
  • TRIO DSS is accepting student applications for the 2020-21 Academic school year
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!

WSU Today: Oct. 7, 2020

  • See something, say something - COVID-19
  • Wichita State University receives grant for AmeriCorps members to assist youth at four local agencies
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • University Town Hall set for Oct. 12
  • Three upcoming workshops for grad students
  • Register for next week's Kansas Prevention Virtual Conference!
  • Take a mental health screening for National Depressions Screening Day
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • The WSU Office of Research schedules two additional Introduction to Research workshops
  • Are you a parent of a teenager?
  • LASI 170 course to equip students with resource knowledge
  • Physics Seminar at 2 p.m. today features Dr. Gerald Jackson
  • Polish your presentation skills with Speak for Success today
  • Your WSU Police Department wants to hear from you
  • Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
  • 2021 benefits open enrollment events
  • 2019-20 Undergraduate Admissions Annual Report
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
  • Are you ready to vote?
  • New toner program coming soon
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas
  • Fire alarm testing to occur throughout fall
  • Join the Student Senate
  • Wichita State launches certificate in Latin American and Latinx Studies

Shocker Blast: Oct. 7, 2020

  • See something, say something - COVID-19
  • Wichita State University receives grant for AmeriCorps members to assist youth at four local agencies
  • Three upcoming workshops for grad students
  • You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
  • WSU’s International Student Union announces INTERFEST
  • No-cost webinars to help you start your business
  • Wichita State launches certificate in Latin American and Latinx Studies
  • Take a mental health screening for National Depressions Screening Day
  • TRIO DSS is accepting student applications for the 2020-21 Academic school year
  • ShiftSpace, Wichita Festivals to light up downtown Wichita
  • Join us for the BMES Mini Symposium today
  • Polish your presentation skills with Speak for Success today
  • Build a team and compete in Homecoming 2020!
  • Shockers Abroad Series
  • Want more ways to feel connected on campus? Join TLC this Thursday!
  • Master of Social Work Informational Sessions - All students invited!
  • LASI 170 course to equip students with resource knowledge
  • Are you a parent of a teenager?
  • Physics Seminar at 2 p.m. today features Dr. Gerald Jackson
  • Your WSU Police Department wants to hear from you
  • Outdoor Movie – ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’
  • DIY: Sequin Pillows
  • Ulrich Virtual program with indigenous artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith moved to Thursday, Oct. 22
  • Free STI Testing on Oct. 7 at Student Wellness Center
  • $1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
  • Kids’ masks available at the Shocker Store, plus a new gaiter style
  • Wichita State alumni in the running to win $1 million in XPrize mask challenge
  • Clark and Sharon Bastian, Fidelity Bank invest another $500,000 in new home for the W. Frank Barton School of Business
  • Are you ready to vote?
  • Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
  • Community Service Board (CSB) membership meetings
  • Volunteer opportunity with Wichita Clean Streams
  • Please help less fortunate children this Christmas
  • Fire alarm testing to occur throughout fall

Commencement ceremony

Wichita State to celebrate postponed spring/summer commencement

Oct. 6, 2020 -- Students who graduated from Wichita State University this past spring and summer will finally get their chance to walk across the stage to be recognized in a formal commencement ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in Charles Koch Arena.