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WSU Foundation

In Memoriam: Celebrating the legacy of Wayne Woolsey

Wayne Woolsey may not have graduated from Wichita State, but he left a lasting legacy at the university and for the thousands of students who will walk its campus. Born and raised in Texas, Wayne earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas and his master’s from Texas A&M. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the Air Force before embarking on …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/in-memoriam-celebrating-the-legacy-of-wayne-woolsey/

WSU Newsletters

Get immersed in Shocker Nation with Welcomefest 2023 events

Looking to get involved on campus? The next month will be full of events to help immerse you in the college experience at Wichita State. The 2023 Welcomefest, hosted by numerous student groups and campus departments, will take place during the next four weeks and feature dozens of activities. Most events are available at no additional charge and provide you …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/20/get-immersed-in-shocker-nation-with-welcomefest-2023-events/

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WSU/WSU Tech – formerly known as Wichita Area Technical College (WATC)

The WSU-Tech Affiliation Starting fall 2018, students can take advantage of the new affiliation between Wichita State University and WSU Tech – formerly known as Wichita Area Technical College. All affiliation documentation is available upon request. Please submit an Open Records Request through General Counsel at Open Records.

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/hlc/wsuwatcaffiliation.php

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WSU Budget Advisory Committee seeks ideas for cost-savings, revenue generation

The Budget Advisory Committee (BAC), consisting of appointed faculty, staff, students and administrators, serves to host campus budget conversations to provide an educational and communicative platform regarding university finances. As part of these efforts, the committee wishes to engage campus to gather input, ideas and opportunities from the WSU community…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/21/wsu-budget-advisory-committee-seeks-ideas-for-cost-savings-revenue-generation/

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Wichita State president honored for visionary leadership

…A. Wilson Visionary Award. The award, which was based on a nomination by leadership at Ascension Via Christi, recognizes Muma’s efforts in developing the Wichita Biomedical Campus, building partnerships and advancing Wichita’s health education infrastructure. KHA’s Visionary Award “recognizes hospital-related individuals who have made an outstanding,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/21/wichita-state-president-honored-for-visionary-leadership/

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Join Shocker Nation at College Day at Riverfest June 6

Head out to downtown Wichita and show off your Shocker pride at FutureFest with Wichita State, WSU Tech and NIAR, alongside other members of the campus community, from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6 in front of Century II, 225 W. Douglas Ave., part of this year’s Riverfest. Booths will be stationed just north of Century II, featuring interactive exhibits,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/01/join-shocker-nation-at-college-day-at-riverfest-june-6/

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Welcome Jason Ladner to Wichita State University

…of industry engagement in health innovation, to the university. In this role, Ladner supports the development and advancement of initiatives connected to the Wichita Biomedical Campus, helping strengthen WSU’s impact at the intersection of education, research and community health. Ladner brings a strong focus on supply chain challenges within healthcare…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/08/welcome-jason-ladner-to-wichita-state-university/

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Learn how to lead like you in the Emerging Leaders Program

Are you ready to grow your leadership skills and make an impact on campus? There are still spots available in Emerging Leaders. The Emerging Leaders program is designed for students who want to connect with peers, strengthen their confidence and explore their personal leadership style in a supportive and engaging environment. Participants will take part in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/01/learn-how-to-lead-like-you-in-the-emerging-leaders-program/

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Annual Events

…omnis qui nemo molestiae. Temporibus voluptatum ullam voluptate eveniet laudantium. Our Innovative Approach Back-2-School Bash Taking place the Saturday before classes start, campus becomes alive again with faculty and staff volunteering and students having fun. This event welcomes all students to campus with free food, T-shirts, inflatables, music,…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/activities/si_events/index.php

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Encourage Shockers to enroll by July 1 for financial aid

…aid changes resulting from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by congress last year. There are sweeping changes to Pell Grants and Federal Student Loans. The office asks that campus partners help encourage Shockers to get enrolled and stay enrolled by its priority date of July 1 to prevent delays with their fall financial aid. With changes to federal…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/13/encourage-shockers-enroll-by-july-1-for-financial-aid/

WSU Foundation

How a student-led protest sparked change in the heart of Wichita

Just five miles from Wichita State’s main campus, Shocker students Ron Walters and Carol (Parks) Hahn ’76/82 helped organize one of the nation’s first sit-in protests in 1958. Ron Walters and Carol (Parks) Hahn Before the 1963 March on Washington, before the sit-ins in Greensboro, N.C., there was 19-year-old Carol Parks, a young woman in want of a Coke. She …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/how-a-student-led-protest-sparked-change-in-the-heart-of-wichita/

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Calling all student leaders for leadership development opportunity

… to lead powerful conversations and demonstrations around the issues that matter most, with respect, strategy and confidence. Learn how to elevate the issues you care about Engage campus authorities productively Build lifelong leadership skills Connect with students across Kansas If you’re in student government, a campus advocate, RA, RSO leader, student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/02/calling-all-student-leaders-for-leaderships-development-opportunity/

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Join the Purple Mile coming up Oct. 4

The Purple Mile Annual Domestic Violence Memorial and Awareness Walk and Social Service Fair is from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 on campus starting at the north side of the Rhatigan Student Center. For the 10th anniversary, join organizers in remembering those impacted by dating/domestic violence in the community over the last decade, learn about resources…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/22/join-the-purple-mile-coming-up-oct-4/

Ulrich Museum of Art

Teaching & Learning: Collection Study Program

Within the teaching museum, experiential learning extends from the museum to the campus to the world. Following WSU’s Strategic Plan, how do we participate and contribute to the education of students to meet challenges that face our future leaders such as globalization, health, energy, environment, and infrastructure? Through open invitations to participate …

https://ulrich.wichita.edu/teaching-learning-collection-study-program/

WSU Foundation

Your support is still needed for the Shocker Success Center

…college is a challenge for many, but the centralized resources provided in the Shocker Success Center will help students excel and is expected to increase retention across campus. The $17 million renovation to transform Clinton Hall into the Shocker Success Center is one of President Rick Muma’s top fundraising priorities, with a third of the total…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/your-support-is-still-needed-for-the-shocker-success-center/

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Prevent vehicle break-ins

The Wichita State Police Department (WSUPD) has recently seen an increase in auto break-ins and theft on campus. As you park your cars on campus, please always remember to hide or take any valuables with you; and always lock your car doors as you leave. If you experience a break-in, call WSUPD at 316-978-3450 or 911 from a campus phone.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/14/help-prevent-vehicle-break-ins/

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This week at the Food Truck Plaza

Stop by the Food Truck Plaza on campus to enjoy cuisines from local food truck vendors. Wednesday: Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday: Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Schedule is subject to change. Visit the Food Truck Plaza website for the most up-to-date information.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/19/this-week-at-the-food-truck-plaza-79/

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President Rick Muma

President Rick Muma joined Gust Applequist and Sydney Collins on the “Ask a Kansan” podcast. Applequist and Collins came to Wichita State University’s Innovation Campus to talk with President Muma about his journey from PA to university president and how WSU has become a powerhouse for innovation.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/07/president-rick-muma/

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Year‑end processing notice for Telecommunications Service Requests

As the campus approaches the end of the fiscal year, note that all Telecommunications Service Requests must be submitted by May 29 in order to be billed to FY26. Requests received after May 29 will be billed to FY27. Standard work orders will continue to be processed in the order in which they are received.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/12/year-end-processing-notice-for-telecommunications-service-requests/

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Sign your student group up for Founders Day 2026

Each year, Founders’ Day highlights student organizations and the work they do on campus. If your group wants to participate this year, now is the time to sign up. Foundation and Alumni Engagement provide: A fundraising page for your group Promotion tools Social media templates Tips for spreading the word

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/19/sign-your-student-group-up-for-founders-day-2026/