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Help inform the university’s Strategic Plan

…including refining our core and distinctive values as one set of guiding values. These values serve as the foundation for our decisions, priorities and culture as a university community. Please fill out the Strategic Plan survey at wichita.edu/values by the end of the day Sept. 19 and help shape the next five years.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/14/help-inform-the-universitys-strategic-plan/

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Attend a ‘Shocker PROUD Service Standards’ training session to learn how you can create a welcoming environment at WSU

Wichita State desires to create a strong community wherein all who serve and are served by the university have an exceptional experience. The university has adopted Service Standards, known as Shocker PROUD, which identify common things we can all do to create a welcoming environment and promote WSU. Go to myTraining and search for “Shocker PROUD Service…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/15/attend-a-shocker-proud-service-standards-training-session-to-learn-how-you-can-create-a-welcoming-environment-at-wsu-2/

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Attend a ‘Shocker PROUD Service Standards’ training session to learn how you can create a welcoming environment at WSU

Wichita State desires to create a strong community wherein all who serve and are served by the university have an exceptional experience. The university has adopted Service Standards, known as Shocker PROUD, which identify common things we can all do to create a welcoming environment and promote WSU. Go to myTraining and search for “Shocker PROUD Service…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/attend-a-shocker-proud-service-standards-training-session-to-learn-how-you-can-create-a-welcoming-environment-at-wsu/

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Join Shockers Vote for a Lunchbox Dialogue Aug. 26

Lunchbox Dialogue is a relaxed, back-to-school event featuring build-your-own lunch kits and meaningful conversations to build community and connection. Join from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26 on the Rhatigan Student Center north patio for a fun and welcoming kickoff to the semester. Whether you’re reconnecting with or meeting new people, come enjoy…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/15/join-shockers-vote-for-a-lunchbox-dialogue-aug-26/

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Sign up for free Suspenders4Hope Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training Sept. 10

…for the Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center, Edmiston Room. Learn about tools to support the community and assist someone in need. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to sign up for the training. Staff and faculty, sign up on myTraining on myWSU Students, sign up on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/sign-up-for-free-suspenders4hope-mental-wellness-and-preventing-suicide-training-sept-10/

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Take a Substance Use and Mental Wellness Training event

… help faculty and staff develop tools to reflect on how they engage with substances, stigma related to substance use disorder and how to best support students and members of their community. Participants will receive a free Suspenders4Hope T-shirt on completion of the training. If you are interested in attending, staff and faculty may register on myTraining …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/26/take-a-substance-use-and-mental-wellness-training-2/

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Join WSU MVS, Team RWB for the 9/11 moving tribute

Military and Veteran Services and Team RWB Wichita invite the community to join a 9/11 moving tribute from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Sedgwick County Extension Office, park and zoo. From sunup to sundown, organizers will keep at least one flag moving around the four-mile loop in honor of those who perished during the attacks in NYC, the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/join-wsu-mvs-team-rwb-for-the-9-11-moving-tribute/

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There is still time to register for WSU’s largest one day volunteer event

Join WSU’s largest one day volunteer event with Wu’s Big Event Sept. 20. Join your fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Individuals, groups, organizations and students are all invited to attend. Check-in for Wu’s Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. The kick-off will begin at 9 a.m. in the 305/306 Rhatigan Student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/there-is-still-time-to-register-for-wsus-largest-one-day-volunteer-event/

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Child Development Center recognized as the next recipient of Rick Rewards

… surprised the Child Development Center Jan. 17 for this month’s Rick Rewards. President Muma wished to recognize the important work the staff and teaching assistants do for the community, both for the university and for the city, as well as recognize the important applied learning opportunities they offer to Shockers. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/17/child-development-center-recognized-as-the-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

In collaboration with PPMC, the Office of Research and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), the WSU community is invited to attend an upcoming grant writing workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 in Ablah Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/28/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals/

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

In collaboration with PPMC, the Office of Research and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), the WSU community is invited to attend an upcoming grant writing workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 in Ablah Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/29/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals-2/

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Enjoy live music at Mini Music Fest Sept. 19

…patio of the Rhatigan Student Center. Featuring a mix of sounds from three bands from the WSU student body and a talented DJ, the event promises to be a celebration of music and community. With free snacks and vendor tables from Fraternity and Sorority Life, don’t miss the evening of music and delicious eats. Free to students with a Shocker ID, $5 for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/09/enjoy-live-music-at-mini-music-fest-sept-19/

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Join the water science communications fellowship and earn a $500 stipend and enhance your career

… communications fellowship. The program will allow you to learn about careers in environmental science and communication, enhance your resume and network with professionals in the community. Participants will attend around five to seven project meetings and three field trips and complete a group project. Students from all majors, including STEM fields and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/29/join-the-water-science-communications-fellowship-and-earn-a-500-stipend-and-enhance-your-career/

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Learn how to stay safe with fire safety resources

Wichita State University is committed to the safety of its campus community and provides fire safety resources to help Shockers stay safe on and off campus. Learn more and find resources on how to stay safe on the Fire & Safety Office webpage, including information on: Working with open flames, heat or sparks Proper use of extension cords Restrictions for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/21/learn-how-to-stay-safe-with-fire-safety-resources-5/

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Feeling lost to start the semester? Wichita State has you covered with Welcomefest

…fall and spring semesters and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include the Winter Welcome, Shockers After Dark, Involvement & Community Fair and much more! Hosted by various student groups and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted with each other, learn …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/21/feeling-lost-to-start-the-semester-wichita-state-has-you-covered-with-welcomefest/

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Landscape and Ground Maintenance recognized as the next recipient of Rick Rewards

…President Muma and Case wished to celebrate their work in keeping the campus beautiful for our students, employees and visitors, and for all of their hard work making sure our community is safe during inclement weather, like during the winter storms the campus experienced in January. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Muma to show his…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/04/landscape-and-ground-maintenance-recognized-as-the-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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College of Health Professions offers patient-serving clinics to public

…of Health Professions has three patient-serving clinics that are open to the public. All clinics are accepting new patients and provide high-quality, affordable health care to the community. The Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic provides speech-language and hearing services to people across the lifespan. The clinic faculty specialize in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/04/college-of-health-professions-offers-patient-serving-clinics-to-public-5/

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Musical Theatre BFA Program

…acting and voiceover Audiobooks and podcasts Creative & Artistic Leadership Director Choreographer Music director Producer Dramaturg Artistic administrator Arts Administration & Community Engagement Arts administrator Event coordinator Marketing and audience engagement specialist Community engagement coordinator Education Theatre educator Teaching artist…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/spa/2_MUS_THEA/index.php

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Kaley Archer

Kaley oversees the branding, marketing and outreach efforts for Student Engagement & Belonging. She is passionate about creating and implementing effective marketing strategies and campaigns, designing impactful graphics, managing social media platforms, maintaining web content, and telling stories through photography, videography and written communications.…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/01_professional_staff/Archer-Kaley.php

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Wichita State is here to support you

As we learn more about the tragic Jan. 29 plane crash, we know the profound effect it has had on many in Wichita, including our campus. As a close-knit community, this hits especially close to home. As Shockers, we all need to support each other. We also want faculty and staff to know that there are resources available to support you through these difficult …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/wichita-state-is-here-to-support-you/