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How First-Gen Students Thrive As Shockers

…student? At Wichita State, a first-generation (FGEN) college student is one whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor's degree. Below, you will find helpful tips for first-generation college students. Manage your time wisely Set priorities to help you determine what must get done -- whether it be academic or personal. Plan…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/07_07_First_Gen_Tips.php

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Shocker Financial Wellness Team

… building life skills in budgeting, paying for college, and managing debt. Students learn about personal finance through workshops and meetings with our peer mentors. Peer mentors help students gain confidence about the money they make, spend, and borrow. Being responsible, educated and informed about finances can help students navigate unplanned financial…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/financial_aid/shockerfinancial/staff.php

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Teaching Today

…AM Suicide Prevention Training September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The Suspenders4Hope campaign, developed at Wichita State University, aims to share hope and helpful resources by building communities of support for mental health, fighting stigma and celebrating resiliency. President Muma encourages all members of the WSU community to…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/TT/2022/September.php

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Department of Physics

…university academic honor societies such as Omicron Delta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi and Mortar Board. Physics undergraduate and graduate students can also apply to staff the Physics Help Room. Join the Society of Physics Students Visit us The main physics office is located in the basement of Jabara Hall. Please contact Connie Koerber at 316-978-3190 for…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/physics/index.php

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Staff and instructors invited to the ARC today

…Eric Gudmundson. 10-10:50 a.m.: “Campus Update on Freedom of Expression” presented by President Rick Muma. 11-11:50 a.m.: “How and Where to Get Help” presented by Carolyn Speer. Noon-12:50: Panel Hour! “What Will the Future Look Like, and How Do We Prepare Our Students For It?” Moderator: Amy Ham; panelists: Ajita Rattani, Min Xiao,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/01/staff-and-instructors-invited-to-the-arc-today/

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Join webinar learning opportunities from KPERS 457

…you to enjoy life 1 p.m. May 21: “Benefits of Enrolling“ Topics covered: Why saving matters to you How saving in your KPERS 457 plan works Ways to save more and how to get help 10 a.m. May 28: “Get ON TARGET for Retirement“ Let your retirement plan advisor take off your blindfold and help you improve your aim. They can’t guarantee a bullseye, but your local …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/08/join-webinar-learning-opportunities-from-kpers-457/

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Peer Tutoring Courses

…all subjects. About Peer Tutors Peer Tutors are prepared to share with students how to effectively study for the course. They are CRLA-certified peer tutors who lead sessions to help students master the concepts and skills needed to excel in the course. At each session, the tutor can review notes, clarify concepts, answer questions, explain or demonstrate …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/studentsuccess/slc/peer-tutoring.php

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September 2025 Newsletter

…are intended to encourage preservation at the local level by supporting ongoing preservation work and by providing seed money for preservation projects. These grants help stimulate public discussion, enable local groups to gain the technical expertise needed for preservation projects, introduce the public to preservation concepts and techniques, and…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2025-09-Newsletter.php

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Nursing instructor changed forever by hurricane relief work the story

…checks. They also distributed medications, food and supplies. “Due to some rules and restrictions, we weren't able to do quite as much as we wanted,” he says. “But we got to help people and make a difference, so that's what mattered the most.” One particularly rewarding situation for Nold was assisting with rescuing a mother and her four children stranded in…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/12-dec/wsu-instructor-hurricane-relief.php

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Student Organization of Social Work

…peers, faculty and community - which can be one of the most rewarding and beneficial things you do while in college. We are a group of individuals committed to the same cause - helping others. Getting involved in SOSW will be worth your time! The officers of the Student Organization of Social Work encourage all undergraduate social work majors to join…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/socialwork/StudentOrgs/SOSW/SOSW.php

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Disposal of Computers

…receiving the approved copy of the Disposal of Property Form, the Physical Plant Warehouse schedules a time to transfer the items to be moved. Title Questions? Address Contact Help Desk 1845 Fairmount St. Locality Wichita Region Kansas Postal Code 67260 E-Mail helpdesk@wichita.edu Phone/Fax 316-978-HELP, Option 1 Social Media Icon Link Help Desk main…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/its/userservices/computer_disposal.php

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Loan Issues - Exceeded Aggregates

…education Financial aid advisor Discuss how to make your financial aid last until you graduate Discuss other possible sources of aid Shocker Financial Wellness Get help with a budget to make it through finishing your degree The Office of Student Success Get help with skills needed for academic success to complete your degree quickly Shocker Career…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/financial_aid/loanissues-exceed.php

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February 2023

…programs that improve the ability of distressed rural communities to create high wage jobs, accelerate the formation of new businesses, and help rural communities identify and maximize local assets.”Amount: $500,000-$2,000,000; Cost match is required Funding Agency: National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Title: Research and Analysis Services for the…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2023-02-Newsletter.php

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World Braille Day 2022

…that can be felt. Why braille? Some may wonder whether braille is still necessary, given the existence of technology such as screen readers. While screen readers can help to improve accessibility for people with visual impairments, an audio format has some drawbacks. Braille, like printed text, allows the reader to more easily search and review…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/aaa/files/20220119-wbd.php

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Contribution to ECE

…Electrical and Computer Engineering Microgrid @ John Bardo Center: A grit from Evergy provides research and educational opportunities to ECE students Well-wishers and donors can help the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department create new opportunities and sustain existing programs. Areas with critical needs in the department are undergraduate …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/ECE/donations.php

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Wichita State earns high national ranking for its support of low-income students | Wichita State News

…backgrounds and graduating them to well-paying jobs. Wichita State continues to prioritize access to education and affordability. Students can take advantage of services that help them with academic, health and financial issues. Wichita State University's efforts to recruit and retain students from historically underserved and underrepresented areas rank …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/12-dec/SMI_1.php

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Adult Learner Erick Cruz challenges the norm to accomplish his goals at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…that there are perks that come with adult learning, but also many challenges. Erick has been able to create a network of friends in Wichita and at Wichita State. He hopes to help others as a city prosecutor or public defendant. Pursuing a degree in higher education does not always come directly after high school. For some students, attending a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/05-may/adultlearner_erickcruz_2.php

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Student Spotlight Caleb Jantzen

… This position consisted primarily of running social media accounts during games and operating scoreboard. Also, during the spring of 2018, I volunteered as a Telecommunications Help Desk Volunteer, which consisted mostly of assisting Media with any questions they may have. From these experiences I have and still hope to learn more about the industry, and to…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Sport_Management/Student_Highlight/Student_Spotlight_C.Jantzen.php

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Blackboard Video (Video Studio) | Office of Instructional Resources

…demonstration, a walkthrough of an assignment, or a quick explanation in a discussion. Students can use it too, to record submissions and to take part in discussions. Blackboard help: Video Studio 2. Where you can use it Video Studio is available wherever Blackboard gives you the content editor, which is most of the places you add or respond to content: On…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/Blackboard/blackboard-video.php

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The Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…Store or pick up your medallion in Honors.• Complete the Honors graduate yearbook form.• You will receive a Cohen Honors Graduate Survey. Please complete the survey to help us improve. • Latin Honors: summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laudeLook for additional general information about commencement on the Commencement website. Celebrate! Finals Survival…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-dec2-22.php