May 24, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Four major construction projects at Wichita State will begin in 2017, and three others are in progress and due to be completed this year. "This is moving faster than we envisioned when we announced the Innovation Campus in August 2014," said WSU President John Bardo. Bardo said the major factors in rapid growth include commitments from the business community and government at all levels. Go

Jun 8, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Welcomefest occurs the first two weeks of classes each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include the Involvement Fair, Shocker Resource Fair, Syllabus Party, RSC Unplugged and more. Submit your department or organization events by 5 p.m. Monday, July 24, for Welcomefest marketing, including a printed guidebook, web listing and more. St

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Welcomefest takes place during the first two weeks of classes each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include the Involvement Fair, Shocker Resource Fair, Syllabus Party, RSC Unplugged and more. You can submit your department or organization events to be included in the Welcomefest marketing, including a printed guidebook, web listing a

Jun 1, 2017 — By WSU News Services — A substantial pledge from Equity Bank has pushed the fundraising campaign for the Charles Koch Arena project to $8.9 million, about three-fourths of the $12 million needed to build a new performance center for student-athletes and update offices and other spaces inside the arena, according to the WSU Foundation. In recognition of the gift commitment, a glass-enclosed walkway connecting Charles

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Three WSU students share in "Horizon" how scholarships have changed their lives. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5609

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Your mandatory retirement vendors are more than where you send your money for retirement, they are your personal financial counselor. Sign up to discuss your current financial destination, or as close as they can get it, and see how that fits your expected goals. Whether your mandatory retirement plan is with TIAA, VOYA or KPERS, you have a liaison to financial success. To sign up for a one-on-one

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — You are invited to attend the On-Campus Jobs Fair from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, July 27, in the Shirley Beggs Ballroom, Rhatigan Student Center. This is an opportunity for representatives from the various on-campus offices to meet students and talk about employment opportunities available for the upcoming academic year. Last year 383 students attended this fair, so for those of you who would like to do

May 25, 2017 — By WSU News Services — * Wichita State University is making significant changes to its student fee structure and tuition refund policy that will go into effect in fall 2017. Go to bit.ly/feechange to learn more about the changes and how they may impact your students. * The Human Resources and Payroll department are excited to announce a new and improved pay stub through Self-Service Banner. The new pay stub will show

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — Wichita State University is accepting registration for summer choir. The choir will practice from 5-6:45 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Monday, June 5, in C-107 Duerksen Hall, with the concert on Thursday, June 29. This year's program will feature the music of Kansas composer Eugene Butler, who is planning to drive from Kansas City to direct the choirs on two of his pieces. The choir will b

May 23, 2017 — By WSU News Services — The Heskett Center has summer student lifeguard positions available. Qualified students should apply now at the Heskett Center Guest Services Desk or email cr.aquatics@wichita.edu.