Nov 5, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The first cases of influenza for the 2013-14 season have been reported in Sedgwick County. More information is available at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?2583. Remember, the best way to protect yourself from influenza is by getting vaccinated. Student Health Services has flu vaccine and is still providing free flu shots for students and $25 for staff or faculty. http://www.wichita.edu/shs

Dec 10, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Circle High School won the BEST Award and Ambassadors for Christ Academy won the Game Award at the 15th annual Kansas BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science and Technology) event at Hartman Arena today (Saturday, Nov. 2). BEST is designed to inspire and motivate students toward careers in engineering, science and technology. Kansas BEST is sponsored by Wichita State University's College of Engine

Nov 4, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Media are welcome to hear Congressman Mike Pompeo who will speak in professor Ken Ciboski's American Politics class at 11 a.m. today (Monday, Nov. 4) in 204 McKinley Hall at Wichita State University. # # # # # Contact: Joe Kleinsasser, director of news and media relations, 316-978-3013 or joe.kleinsasser@wichita.edu.

Nov 5, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Tamie Rains in Human Resources is the October 2013 Shocker Walking Challenge award recipient, walking 252,317 steps for the month. Although there are 137 registered faculty/staff walkers on campus, only 24 turned in the total steps walked during October. A drawing determined the winner. Raines will receive a Heskett Center semester membership, Shocker fitness 10-punch membership pass, 30-minute ma

Nov 1, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The WSU Alumni Association and Freddy's Custard & Steakburgers are teaming up for a special event that will bring Shocker fans together to share the anticipation and excitement right before the new season gets under way. Come to Shocker Night at Freddy's from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. Shocker personalities will be at each of the four Freddy's Wichita-area locations. Organized activities are planne

Nov 1, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The School of Social Work will hold its annual Master of Social Work information night from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, in 100 Lindquist Hall. The meeting is open to any student or community member interested in pursuing a master's degree in social work.

Nov 8, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Missouri Valley Conference Commissioner Doug Elgin announced that Martin Perline, former Faculty Athletics Representative at Wichita State, has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the Paul Morrison Award. Part of the Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame, the Morrison Award is presented to honor those individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective league-member instit

Nov 6, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Needed donations: K-Cups (for Keurig) Coffee Creamer/Sweetener Beef/Turkey jerky Snacks --Sunflower seeds --Granola bars (no chocolate) --Mixed nuts Water flavor packets Oral care --Toothbrushes --Toothpaste --Mouthwash Sunscreen Aloe/lotion Hand sanitizer Gold Bond powder Small note pads Pens/Pencils Holiday decorations (Christmas, New Years, St. Patty's Day) DVDs (used or

Nov 1, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Media are invited to attend the 15th Annual Kansas BEST robotics competition, designed to inspire and motivate high school students toward careers in engineering, science and technology, from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, in Hartman Arena. Kansas BEST is sponsored by Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. Results will be available immediately after the event upon reques

Nov 1, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Media are invited to attend the 15th Annual Kansas BEST robotics competition, designed to inspire and motivate high school students toward careers in engineering, science and technology, from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, in Hartman Arena. Kansas BEST is sponsored by Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. Results will be available immediately after the event upon reques