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Enjoy lunch at ‘Navigate Your Potential’ event to unlock your strengths

Are you undecided and seeking clarity and direction for your academic journey? Join an empowering event and free lunch, designed just for students, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 1 in 233 Rhaitgan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. At “Navigate Your Potential,” ShockerStrengths is dedicated to helping you unlock your strengths and discover your true …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/21/enjoy-lunch-at-navigate-your-potential-event-to-unlock-your-potential/

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Barton School celebrates art and innovation with Envision artists Erica Johnson and Tomiyo Tajiri

…In an effort to foster creativity and celebrate diverse artistic perspectives, Woolsey Hall featured two visually impaired artists in installations spanning the 2024-25 academic year, highlighting the transformative power of touchable and interactive art. For fall 2024, the Barton School showcased Tomiyo Tajiri’s “Negotiation Like a Forest” — an…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/08/barton-school-celebrates-art-and-innovation-with-envision-artists-erica-johnson-and-tomiyo-tajiri/

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Involvement Opportunities

Involvement Opportunities Wichita State believes that involvement in co-curricular activities complements the academic programs and contributes significantly to the personal and professional development of its students. More than 200 student organizations are active on campus, so investigate the various opportunities and select those that meet your personal …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_affairs/programs/involvementopportunities.php

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Join an Advising Community of Practice at WSU for 2025-26

…on several topics that have previously been presented at workshops and webinars by the Advising Network Team. These four advising CoPs will be opportunities for all who advise (academic advisors, specialized advisors and faculty advisors) to foster collaboration, shared learning and innovation in advising practice. Each CoP is grounded in three essential …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/31/join-an-advising-community-of-practice-at-wsu-for-2025-26/

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FY2016-Student-Involvement-Annual-Report

…118 3|Page This page left intentionally blank. 4|Page LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, We are delighted to share with you this report for the academic year 2015-2016. We have had many successes and learning opportunities and have built a quality department that focuses on student development and the promotion of a…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/about/_archive/FY2016-Student-Involvement-Annual-Report.pdf

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Lisa Oldham, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Lisa Oldham, a proud two-time Wichita State grad, has dedicated her academic and professional journey to advocating for healing and justice in underserved communities. Fueled by resilience and a deep connection to Indigenous culture, she aims to serve others through work in corrections, mental health and substance use recovery.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/09/lisa-oldham-fairmount-college-of-liberal-arts-and-sciences/

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FY2018-Student-Involement-Annual-Report

…143 3|Page THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 4|Page LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, We are pleased to share with you this annual report for the academic year 2017-2018. We have had many successes and learning opportunities year and feel we have a quality department that focuses on student development and the promotion of a…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/about/_archive/FY2018-Student-Involement-Annual-Report.pdf

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Minhal Abbas: Building a future in supply chain and innovation

…Abbas, a dedicated graduate student from Pakistan, is currently pursuing a master’s degree in management science and supply chain management at Wichita State. As part of his academic journey, he holds an applied learning role as a student intern in the Innovation Prairie Program, working within the Tech Transfer and Commercialization department.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/01/minhal-abbas-building-a-future-in-supply-chain-and-innovation/

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Wichita State releases its annual report

Wichita State has released its 2022 annual report detailing progress on university strategic goals throughout the 2022 academic year. Here are some of the highlights: WSU launched Shocker Promise in the 2021-22 academic year, a four-year scholarship program for Sedgwick County and Shocker Neighborhood high school graduates, that pays for any remaining…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/15/wichita-state-releases-its-annual-report/

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Applied Learning Highlight: Haylee Thurman

A senior in the applied engineering program with an emphasis in management, Shocker Haylee Thurman is scheduled to graduate this fall. Her academic journey, however, is only part of the story. Since the start of her college career, she has been steadily shaping a dynamic and impactful role in the world of research and development. Haylee currently serves as …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/11/applied-learning-highlight-haylee-thurman/

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Retirement reception scheduled for Dr. Rodney Miller, College of Fine Arts dean

The Office of Academic Affairs will celebrate the career and accomplishments of Dr. Rodney Miller, dean of the College of Fine Arts, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 10 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Miller has served as dean for 19 years, starting in June 2004. During his tenure, the School of Digital Arts was created and enrollment…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/25/retirement-reception-scheduled-for-dr-rodney-miller-college-of-fine-arts-dean/

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9-/10-month exempt faculty, staff have salary spread option available for 2023-24

It’s time for 9-/10-month faculty members or 9-/10-month exempt staff members to elect or cancel annualized salary spread for the 2023-24 academic year. If you currently are paid over your 9-/10-month appointment and would like to have that pay spread out over 12 months beginning with the pay period starting Aug. 6 for the 2023-24 academic year, please…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/07/9-10-month-exempt-faculty-staff-have-salary-spread-option-available-for-2023-24/

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2026-27 Team

Josef Schuller Team Captain Brett Sirkel Chief Engineer Logan Grilliot Business Director Joe Westerman Shop Director Henry Howell Treasurer Dr. Rajeev Nair Faculty Advisor Mason Salmond Aerodynamics James Unruh Composites Audrie Abe Chassis Bethany Johnson Cockpit & Controls Ben Coke Electrical, IT/OPS Henry Howell Powertrain Zach Chew Suspension & Brakes

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mechanical_engineering/students/formula-sae/2026-2027-team.php

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Get yourself a Progress Pall and help you keep on top of your classes

…out, stressed or just need someone to hold you accountable? Let the Progress Pals be your accountability buddy. Progress Pals will send you friendly text nudges, share awesome academic tips and dish out valuable resources. Sign up, and they will be your progress pals throughout your time here at Wichita State.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/31/get-yourself-a-progress-pall-and-help-you-keep-on-top-of-your-classes/

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Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub hosting open house March 4

… 125A Ablah Library. Learn more about its services, ongoing projects and goals to increase undergraduate research in Shocker Nation. Meet the director, Dr. Michael Birzer, and the academic program specialist, Estella Armenta. Refreshments will be provided.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/03/undergraduate-research-and-creative-activity-hub-hosting-open-house-march-4/

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Lindsey Mendenhall, College of Engineering

… and has a job lined up with the NIAR Advanced Materials Lab. Beyond the classroom, Lindsey found that the lessons she learned from teaching her dogs set her up for success in her academic and professional lives.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/22/lindsey-mendenhall-college-of-engineering/

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Wu Wagon visits Shocker Career Accelerator

Dr. Ashlie Jack, senior associate vice president for Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic Enrollment Management, and Kelley Smetak, operations and financial director for Academic Affairs, brought the Wu Wagon to celebrate the Shocker Career Accelerator’s (SCA) outstanding teamwork. They thanked the SCA for their dedication to preparing students for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/04/wu-wagon-visits-to-shocker-career-accelerator/

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Check out the 2023-24 Shocker Career Accelerator annual report

Take a look at the Shocker Career Accelerator’s 2023-24 annual report. As Shocker Career Accelerator reflects on the 2023-24 academic year, it is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of students, employer partners and the team. At the heart of everything Shocker Career Accelerator does is the mission to empower Shockers with the skills, experiences…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/02/check-out-the-2023-24-shocker-career-accelerator-annual-report/

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High school, transfer students invited to Black & Yellow Days

…semester, we invite high school juniors, seniors and college transfer students to this all-day event on campus where they have the chance to participate in sessions hosted by each academic college, tour campus and explore the hands-on learning opportunities available at WSU. In addition, there will be special sessions exclusively for admitted high school…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/08/prospective-and-admitted-students-invited-to-black-yellow-day/

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Order awards from RSC Engraving

RSC Engraving is ready to assist with all your award needs for the end of the 2024-25 academic year. Even if you are not sure who your winners are, RSC Engraving can assist with getting your awards selected, in stock and ready to personalize as winners are announced. Production times average one to two weeks during the end-of-year rush, so it’s suggested you…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/24/order-awards-from-rsc-engraving/