Matthew Ferguson

May 4, 2021 – Matthew Ferguson, a native Wichitan, chose to attend Wichita State to be close to his family and discover his passions. He is one of more than 3,500 students eligible for spring 2021 graduation.

Southwest Airlines plane in the air

May 3, 2021 -- Customer complaints filed against major U.S. airlines soared amid the coronavirus pandemic, even as the carriers generally did better with on-time arrivals and baggage handling during the health crisis, according to the annual Airline Quality Rating released today by Wichita State University.

Student smiling

May 1, 2021 – Caitlyn Hammack, from Russell, Kansas, came to Wichita State University because she wanted to be close to her family to see them often. During her time at Wichita State, she’s been involved in several organizations, including the Student Government Association.

Student wearing a graduation cap and smiling

May 1, 2021 – Mackenzie Haas, from Fountain, Colo., was involved in several organizations during her time at Wichita State including the Student Government Association and Uniting Bold Sisters.

Student professional headshot

May 1, 2021 – Payton Morgan, a native Wichitan, is a Wichita East High School alumnus. He chose to attend Wichita State because of the relationships he already had with Wichita State students and staff.

Tom Gentile

May 3, 2021 - The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has launched its Executive-in-Residence program. This program will provide Barton School students, faculty and the Wichita community with vital perspectives and knowledge from industry leaders. Tom Gentile, president and CEO of Spirit AeroSystems, will serve as the program’s first resident for the Fall 2021 semester.

  • Questions about classroom and campus
  • F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Sarah Shaffer
  • Updates coming soon to WSU Today and Shocker Blast
  • Submit your Finals Frenzy events
  • WWSU scholarship applications due May 31
  • Vote for a new dining concept in the RSC
  • New landing page for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • ODI, CHAMPS hosts panel of DEI professionals
  • Sign up for a free dental health screening
  • Registration open for LEAD Conference; free for students
  • SBIR/STTR proposal preparation webinars
  • #WichitaStateEngaged: Engaged Youth 
  • Join the Cultural Ambassadors for Paint Night
  • Rowers to compete in Plains Regional Regatta
  • Panel: The Movement of the Plastics Industry Toward Sustainability
  • Sunday: MFA creative writing graduate reading
  • Physics talk features LBNL professor
  • Dance performances tied to Ulrich's 'Solving for X' exhibition
  • Volunteers needed for fall-risk monitoring study
  • Service-Learning Showcase Awards announced

Wichita Campus

  • SHS to expand vaccinations to family
  • F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Sarah Shaffer
  • Updates coming soon to WSU Today and Shocker Blast
  • Watch market-based compensation briefing
  • Watch market-based compensation briefing
  • New landing page for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Cadman seeks art show applications
  • ICYMI: President’s awards presented April 23
  • Enter a Mother's Day gift basket drawing
  • SBIR/STTR proposal preparation webinars
  • Faculty to be recognized for excellence in teaching and research
  • Panel: The Movement of the Plastics Industry Toward Sustainability
  • ODI, CHAMPS hosts panel of DEI professionals
  • Sunday: MFA creative writing graduate reading
  • Physics talk features LBNL professor
  • Dance performances tied to Ulrich's 'Solving for X' exhibition
  • Students seek participants to study back pain
  • Faculty invited to NSF grant seminars

Graduation can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Four alumni share their advice on pursuing a career and more.

April 29, 2021 — Graduation can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Four alumni share their advice on pursuing a career and more.

Wichita Campus

  • Teaching this summer and fall: Day 4 questions about the classroom and campus
  • Updates coming soon to WSU Today and Shocker Blast
  • Shockers United campus reintegration staffing plan — Effective June 1, 2021
  • Venue change: Bobby Watson performance
  • Panel: The Movement of the Plastics Industry Toward Sustainability
  • ODI, CHAMPS hosts panel of DEI professionals
  • Faculty to be recognized for excellence in teaching and research
  • Rowers to compete in Plains Regional Regatta
  • Panel: The Movement of the Plastics Industry Toward Sustainability
  • Volunteers needed for fall-risk monitoring study
  • Enjoy lunch and dessert at the Food Truck Plaza