• Jay Golden named 14th President of Wichita State University
  • ME Seminar today (Friday, Nov. 1)
  • School of Social Work Friday today (Nov. 1)
  • WSU School of Performing Arts presents 'Anything Goes'
  • Japanese Culture Association will host Japanese Culture Night
  • Celebrate F1RST-Gen Shockers
  • Elements Mixed-Media Arts Competition accepting submissions now to Nov. 4
  • You're invited to Ulrich Family Fun Day
  • Support Shocker Rowing this Sunday
  • Military and veterans celebration - register for free lunch!
  • Grand opening of E-Sports hub at the Heskett Center
  • Weekly Briefing university update
  • KMUW to convene mental health conversation with Sheriff and Chief of Police
  • Join the 400 Years & Beyond Movement
  • You are invited to a free documentary screening, of ‘Chicago at the Crossroad’
  • 17th Annual P3 Awards design competition now open
  • Litigation attorney to speak about case involving lost Apollo 11 samples
  • WSU Foundation provides aid for student in need
  • 10th Annual Drag Show: Out of this World
  • Did you know Student Health Services offers contraception services?
  • Students Who Are Parents will meet Thursday, Nov. 14
  • First Gen Success meets Tuesday, Nov. 19
  • Enroll for a service-learning course in psychology
  • Join Wichita State's Cultural Ambassadors for Global Zumba Night
  • Attend the motivational speech given by Richard Taylor Jr.
  • Resilience group Shocker Strong meets Wednesday, Nov. 20
  • Latinx/Latine student group Mi Gente meets Tuesday, Nov. 26
  • Do you love to sing? Women's Glee is looking for singers!
  • Submit your Finals Frenzy event
  • Health & Wellness Committee Meeting meets Nov. 6
  • Join the University Libraries in celebrating the Orlando Winfield "O.W." Wilson collection donation

Wichita State President-elect Jay Golden

Nov. 1, 2019 - President-elect Jay Golden’s introduction speech indicates he learned much about Wichita State’s history and its mission. He spoke of reducing cost for students, of applied learning, the importance of the humanities and critical thinking and ties with business.

WSUPD officers passing out drinks at a pop-up picnic.

Oct. 30, 2019 -- The Wichita State Police Department has always focused on making WSU a safe, inviting place. And Police Chief Rodney Clark, who joined the WSU team in July 2018, has implemented several new initiatives in his first year to improve on the department’s mission.

Jay Golden, the 14th President of Wichita State

Oct. 31, 2019 -- Jay Golden has been named the 14th President of Wichita State University. The announcement was made Thursday, Oct. 31, by the Kansas Board of Regents.

  • New WSU president announcement and reception set for today (Thursday, Oct. 31)
  • Don’t let it happen to you – Final day of open enrollment!
  • Teaching Conversations to be led by Jennifer Stone
  • ME Seminar tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 1)
  • Attend the annual Spooktacular Halloween event
  • Celebrate F1RST-Gen Shockers
  • Office of Admissions hosting event with NAI Martens
  • Grand opening of E-Sports hub at the Heskett Center
  • Spring Tuition Assistance now open
  • WSU School of Performing Arts presents 'Anything Goes'
  • Attend the SBIR Workshop
  • Learn about Dia de Los Muertos
  • School of Social Work Friday on Nov. 1
  • Join the 400 Years & Beyond Movement
  • Attend the motivational speech given by Richard Taylor Jr.
  • Come join the Arts and Crafts Fair hosted by SAC
  • DSI observer requests – sign up to help
  • 90's Lunchtime Bingo with the Student Activities Council
  • What is it like to come to the U.S. as an international student?
  • Donate a toy today!

Star Billingsley

Oct. 31, 2019 - Star Billingsley, a sophomore studying pre-law psychology, is the recipient of a scholarship that provides aid during the academic year. Star works as an RA, founded the Black Academic Honor Society on campus and works at the Career Development center. Star relies on financial aid and her income to pay for college.

  • New WSU president announcement and reception set for Thursday, Oct. 31
  • Inclement weather information and communication
  • Care Team update to campus community
  • University Climate Survey is still live – be sure to check your email and respond
  • WSU Fire & Safety will conduct annual fire alarm testing
  • Secretary of State Mike Pompeo meets with Wichita State business students
  • Enroll for a service-learning course in psychology
  • Shocker Printing will be closed briefly for training
  • Learn how to use Excel and organize your data with the Graduate School
  • Physics Seminar features Prof. Dukka KC today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Fall 2019 Chemistry Colloquium Series today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Do you need a physical exam or vaccinations for your program at WSU?
  • Flu vaccines at Student Health Services
  • WSU Weekly Briefing to feature the Institute of Interdisciplinary Innovation at Wichita State
  • WSU School of Performing Arts presents 'Anything Goes'
  • University Libraries will hold two Savvy Researcher workshops this week
  • FAFSA fun today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Don't get spooked by your finances!
  • Join our final session for the LGBTQ+ shared read
  • Learn about Dia de Los Muertos
  • Military and veterans celebration - register for free lunch!
  • RSC Unplugged features Adam Capps
  • Costume Casino today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Join Shocker Fit for Glow in the Dark Yoga
  • School of Social Work Friday on Nov. 1
  • Japanese Culture Association will host Japanese Culture Night
  • 90's Lunchtime Bingo with the Student Activities Council
  • Learn to manage more effectively by understanding human behavior
  • Data analysis has become a critical skill for today's workforce. We can teach you how to do it.
  • Wichita Wurlitzer presents 'Sounds of Silents' with Clark Wilson and 'Wings'
  • Join Wichita State's Cultural Ambassadors for Global Zumba Night!
  • Know any outstanding Shocker seniors?
  • Chicken Enchilada Soup at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes

  • New WSU president announcement and reception set for Thursday, Oct. 31
  • Inclement weather information and communication
  • Notices of Intent for limited NSF EPSCoR funding opportunity due to the WSU Office of Research by Friday, Nov. 8
  • Benefits open enrollment – Two days left!
  • Secretary of State Mike Pompeo meets with Wichita State business students
  • Wichita State and BOLDplanning conduct successful business continuity exercise
  • Fall 2019 Chemistry Colloquium Series today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Join your colleagues and support the United Way!
  • Care Team update to campus community
  • WSU School of Performing Arts presents 'Anything Goes'
  • WSU Weekly Briefing to feature the Institute of Interdisciplinary Innovation at Wichita State
  • Military and veterans celebration - register for free lunch!
  • Shocker Printing will be closed briefly for training
  • University Libraries will hold two Savvy Researcher workshops this week
  • Elements Mixed-Media Arts Competition accepting submissions Oct. 28-Nov. 4
  • Learn to manage more effectively by understanding human behavior
  • Attention fraternity and sorority life alumni!
  • WSU recognizes National Transfer Student Week
  • RSC Unplugged features Adam Capps
  • Don't get spooked by your finances!
  • FAFSA fun today (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
  • Join our final session for the LGBTQ+ shared read
  • Japanese Culture Association will host Japanese Culture Night
  • KMUW to convene mental health conversation with Sheriff and Chief of Police
  • Shocker dance clinics set for Nov. 17 and Dec. 1
  • 10th Annual Drag Show: Out of this World
  • Chicken Enchilada Soup at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes

Wichita State

Oct. 29, 2019 -- The Kansas Board of Regents has announced a meeting of the board at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, in the Rhatigan Student Center, Room 233 (Santa Fe Trail Room). The board plans to hold a public vote to name the next President of Wichita State University, with a reception following.

Win $5,000 and your own parking space
WSU Fire & Safety will conduct annual fire alarm testing
Benefits Open Enrollment – Three days left!
Military and veterans celebration - register for free lunch!
Consider accessibility when you present (or host) at conferences
Participants needed for audiology research
Faculty soloist joins WSU Symphony Orchestra in concert
University Climate Survey is still live – please respond
Learn about graphic design tools for your small business at tonight's workshop
Physics Seminar features Prof. Dukka KC tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
Learn how to use Excel and organize your data with the Graduate School
Registration for Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace training is still available
You're invited to Ulrich Family Fun Day
Callista Owens receives aid from the WSU Foundation
Introducing your 2019 Shocktoberfest winners
Faculty and staff regalia orders at the Shocker Store
You are invited to a free documentary screening, ‘Chicago at the Crossroad’ on Nov. 6
Learn about Dia de Los Muertos
Attend the annual Spooktacular Halloween event
Wichita Wurlitzer presents 'Sounds of Silents' with Clark Wilson and "Wings"
What is it like to come to the U.S. as an international student?
Faculty advisor needed for new student organization
Gameday sale at the Shocker Store
Sale on black apparel for Halloween