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Shocker Store hosting pop-up shop at WSU Old Town Oct. 7

The Shocker Store is bringing Shocker gear to WSU Old Town for a pop-up shop. Swing by from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7 in the WSU Old Town lobby to shop for some new gear and enter to win prizes.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/30/shocker-store-hosting-pop-up-shop-at-wsu-old-town-oct-7/

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WSU hidden gems: Food Truck Plaza at the Promise Bridge

… to take in some breathtaking views or want a variety of food options to choose from, head on over to Woolsey Hall to find the Food Truck Plaza and Promise Bridge. Every day, find new food trucks to choose from and find a place anywhere on the Promise Bridge to enjoy a relaxing break from classes and studying.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/09/wsu-hidden-gems-food-truck-plaza-at-the-promise-bridge/

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Dental Hygiene clinic offers high-quality, affordable dental hygiene services

The Dental Hygiene Clinic at Wichita State is open to the public and accepting new patients. The clinic offers a wide range of low-cost preventative, therapeutic and educational services, including cleanings, dental sealants, X-rays, individualized oral health instruction and more. For more information visit wichita.edu/DHclinic.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/26/dental-hygiene-clinic-offers-high-quality-affordable-dental-hygiene-services-2/

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Teaching Tomorrow is here

The Office of Instructional Resources’ (OIR) newsletter is back with a new name: Teaching Tomorrow. Last spring, OIR took a step back and reevaluated what it wanted the newsletter to accomplish. OIR is finally back with a renewed focus on the constantly changing landscape of higher education and technology. The first issue of Teaching Tomorrow is out now.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/15/teaching-tomorrow-is-here/

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Bhupal Dev will present at the physics seminar Oct. 15

… p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15 in 127 Jabara Hall. The seminar features Bhupal Dev, associate professor of physics at Washington University in St. Louis, who will present a talk on “A New Era of Multi-messenger Astronomy.” The seminar series brings several speakers to WSU each semester and is funded by the Eddy and April Lucas Fund, Wichita.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/14/bhupal-dev-will-present-at-the-physics-seminar-oct-15/

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Grab a tee from the Shocker Store to benefit Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling a new T-shirt in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each one sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, who provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. The tee is available at both the Rhatigan Student Center and Braeburn Square stores and online. The offer is good while…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/30/grab-a-tee-from-the-shocker-store-to-benefit-victory-in-the-valley/

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Students can learn more about the hidden curriculum of research papers at Savvy Scholar workshop

…they need to succeed in the upcoming Savvy Scholar workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons. There is no cost to attend, and with the new attendance tracking system, offering extra credit for student participation is now simpler than ever. They’ll gain strategies for planning, organizing and writing research…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/17/students-can-learn-more-about-the-hidden-curriculum-of-research-papers-at-savvy-scholar-workshop/

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Students can learn more about using AI for research at next Savvy Scholar workshop

…academic decisions by learning when AI can strengthen their work — and when it can’t — at the next Savvy Scholar workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21. With the new attendance tracking system, offering extra credit for student participation is now simpler than ever. AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot can streamline research tasks, but they may…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/14/students-can-learn-more-about-using-ai-for-research-at-next-savvy-scholar-workshop/

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Students can learn more about using AI for research at next Savvy Scholar workshop

…academic decisions by learning when AI can strengthen their work — and when it can’t — at the next Savvy Scholar workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21. With the new attendance tracking system, offering extra credit for student participation is now simpler than ever. AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot can streamline research tasks, but they may…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/15/students-can-learn-more-about-using-ai-for-research-at-next-savvy-scholar-workshop-2/

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Last chance to sign up for Connection Groups

There are a few spots left in some of the connection groups, so consider finishing the semester by building connections and community going into the spring. Looking to meet new people and make friends? ProjectConnect is a six-week program that connects students with fellow Shockers to build their campus community. Connection is essential to the college…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/22/last-chance-to-sign-up-for-connection-groups/

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Nominate a future transition mentor

…who would make a great leader and role model for their peers? Nominations are now open for the 2026 Transition Mentor team. Transition mentors play a vital role in supporting new Shockers during their first year at Wichita State. Faculty, staff and community partners are invited to submit nominations now through midnight Sept. 30. Nominated students…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/17/nominate-a-future-transition-mentor/

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Dean Muscat accepts position at Cal State East Bay

Dear colleagues, Dr. Anthony Muscat, dean of the College of Engineering, has accepted a new role as provost and vice president for academic affairs at California State University, East Bay. His last day at Wichita State will be June 30. I want to extend my congratulations to Dean Muscat on this exciting next chapter and thank him for his leadership. Dean…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/08/dean-muscat-accepts-position-at-cal-state-east-bay/

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Voya Financial in-person KBOR retirement plan consultations to be available at WSU

…meetings at Wichita State Monday, Oct. 6. Faculty and staff can get one-on-one advising and review their Voya Financial accounts as part of their KBOR retirement plan, or new employees can receive assistance in enrolling in their KBOR plan. If you are interested in meeting with Leo, you can schedule a time to meet and select the “Wichita State…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/30/voya-financial-in-person-kbor-retirement-plan-consultations-to-be-available-at-wsu-3/

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2026 benefits Open Enrollment available now

The online meeting links have been updated for the Open Enrollment Virtual presentations. Visit the Open Enrollment/Presentations page for the new meeting links. Events happening this week: Oct. 7: In person presentation at 3 p.m. in 301 Rhatigan Student Center, Gridley Room. Oct. 10: Virtual presentation at 1:30 p.m. Registration is not required. This is a …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/06/2026-benefits-open-enrollment-open-now-2/

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October myShockerhealth newsletter available

Check out the new issue of the myShockerhealth newsletter. Monthly, the Student Health newsletter provides relevant health information and wellness tips for WSU students and staff. Opportunities to engage in healthy activities, events and volunteer service are also highlighted: Flu vaccines at Student Health October is ADHD Awareness Month – Download an ADHD…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/17/october-myshockerhealth-newsletter-available/

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First of its kind: English Career Seminar helps students build pathways to success

This fall, Wichita State launched a new course designed specifically for students beginning their English degree. ENGL 198: English Career Seminar is an eight-week, one-credit-hour class that introduces students to the wide range of possibilities available to English majors and equips them with tools to begin shaping their academic and career pathways. The …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/14/first-of-its-kind-english-career-seminar-helps-students-build-pathways-to-success/

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Grab a tee from the Shocker Store to benefit Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling a new T-shirt in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each one sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, who provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. The tee is available at both the Rhatigan Student Center and Braeburn Square stores and online. Plus, you can participate…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/01/grab-a-tee-from-the-shocker-store-to-benefit-victory-in-the-valley-2/

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Aging-simulation suit puts WSU physical therapy students into patients’ shoes

…as the exercises wore on, the fun gave way to frustration. Hearing became muffled under earmuffs. Vision blurred. Knees stiffened. Students who had just been joking about their new look began to feel something else: the physical and social isolation many older adults live with every day. That shift — from amusement to awareness — is exactly what Dr.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/06/aging-simulation-suit-puts-wsu-physical-therapy-students-into-patients-shoes/

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Aging-simulation suit puts WSU physical therapy students into patients’ shoes

…as the exercises wore on, the fun gave way to frustration. Hearing became muffled under earmuffs. Vision blurred. Knees stiffened. Students who had just been joking about their new look began to feel something else: the physical and social isolation many older adults live with every day. That shift — from amusement to awareness — is exactly what Dr.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/06/aging-simulation-suit-puts-wsu-physical-therapy-students-into-patients-shoes-2/

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Barton School launches ‘Barton Foresight: AI Outlook’ publication

The Barton School of Business today launches “Barton Foresight: AI Outlook,” a new publication exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping business, education and society. As the first in a series of Barton Foresight initiatives, “AI Outlook” underscores the school’s commitment to equipping its community — and the wider region — with tools to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/25/barton-school-launches-barton-foresight-ai-outlook-publication/