May 8, 2018 — By WSU News Services — The Elliott School of Communication held its 39th Shocker Speakout on Friday, May 4, in Hubbard Hall. The Elliott School hosts the competition every semester, which consists of students from public speaking courses. There were four finalists who gave policy persuasive speeches during the final round. Congratulations to Kelli Sturm, pictured above, for winning the Spring 2018 Shocker Speakout compe

May 8, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Textbook buyback starts this week at the University Bookstore! Bring in your gently-used textbooks now through Saturday, May 12, during normal hours of operation to receive cash for your books. Rental books are due back by Tuesday, May 15, with a late fee charged after that date. A valid Shocker ID is required for all buyback transactions.

May 10, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Whether you're a business owner, teacher, looking for your next job, or just want to learn a new skill, you're invited to attend free workshops and get 1-on-1 coaching on Wednesday, May 30. Topics will include spreadsheet skills, search engine optimization, coding basics and more. View the schedule and choose session topics and times that work for you. Register now at https://wsu.news/growwichita.

May 8, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Leslie Brothers, director of the McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University's Center for Contemporary Art, has been named director of the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University, effective June 18. The announcement was made by Rick Muma, provost at Wichita State University. Brothers will fill the position held by Bob Workman, who announced plans to retire in June. Workman has

May 8, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Leslie Brothers, director of the McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University's Center for Contemporary Art, has been named director of the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University, effective June 18. The announcement was made by Rick Muma, provost at Wichita State University. Brothers will fill the position held by Bob Workman, who announced plans to retire in June.

May 9, 2018 — By WSU News Services — The Kansas Board of Regents has launched the Get AHEAD (Adult Higher Education Accessible Degrees) initiative to encourage and assist the 300,000 Kansas adults who have some college credit, but did not graduate, earn a degree. The Get AHEAD initiative features seven of the 90 online bachelor's degree programs currently offered by Kansas public universities, a reverse transfer option for studen

May 10, 2018 — By WSU News Services — The WSU Community Engagement Institute (CEI) is dedicated to providing applied learning opportunities for students that include graduate assistantships, practicum placements, service learning engagements, volunteer roles and paid positions directly assisting organizations and communities. More than 100 students have served with CEI since 2015 with opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations

May 10, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Registration is open for 2018 LEAD Conference The 2018 LEAD Conference will be held on Wednesday, June 6, in the RSC. This year's participants will hear from keynote speaker Darryl Bellamy Jr. speaking on "Leading Fearlessly." They will also have the opportunity to attend various breakout sessions centered on leadership development. Registration is open at https://wsu.news/leadconference. Con

May 8, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Members of the admissions staff made some special deliveries to surrounding high schools recently. Admitted seniors were surprised with a personalized Wichita State pennant in front of their high school. Each pennant lists the student's first name and welcomes them to Shocker Nation. This project was created in hopes of reminding the local students how much we want them to come to Wichita State, a

May 10, 2018 — By WSU News Services — Get your idea off the ground with E-Launch! To learn more, go to https://wsu.news/ShockerELaunch or go to http://bit.ly/eLaunchApplication to apply now. E-Launch has been developed to foster entrepreneurial activity that will lead to the commercialization of technology-based ideas. The next launch is 1-4 p.m. Fridays May 18-July 6, in the Innovation Hub in Devlin Hall.