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University Staff Senate Meeting set for Jan. 28

…Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room, or via Teams. All USS meetings are open to the Wichita State campus community. Learn more about University Staff Senate meetings, access meeting links and view previous meeting minutes on the Staff Senate webpage.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/17/university-staff-senate-meeting-set-for-jan-28/

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Teaching Matters series continues with ‘Inclusive Teaching to Promote Sense of Belonging for All Students’ March 1

As part of the ongoing Teaching Matters series, the WSU Retention Fellows are excited to invite the campus community to its upcoming session titled “Inclusive Teaching to Promote a Sense of Belonging for All Students” at noon Friday, March 1 in 261 Rhatigan Student Center. As part of the Student Experience Project, Wichita State will launch a community of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/22/teaching-matters-series-continues-with-inclusive-teaching-to-promote-sense-of-belonging-for-all-students-march-1/

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Congratulations to Student Activities Council on its presentation at national conference

Four Wichita State students on the executive board of the Student Activities Council presented at the National Association of Campus Activities Conference in Philadelphia. Their presentation outlined the processes that they took to turn the student organization around and rise event attendance numbers by 97% from fall 2023 to fall 2024. Kudos to Payton…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/20/congratulations-to-student-activities-council-on-its-presentation-at-national-conference/

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Panel discussion to cover generative AI’s impact on business, work

All Innovation Campus partners are invited to a lunchtime panel discussion, “The Impact of Generative AI on Business and Work” from noon to 12:50 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 on the first floor NetApp building, Defiance Room, and via Teams. The expert panel will include speakers from around the Innovation Campus as well as USD 259 and Wichita State. Speakers will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/08/panel-discussion-to-cover-generative-ais-impact-on-business-work/

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Student Affairs department highlight: Student Government Association

Student Government Association (SGA) is the governing body of all students at Wichita State. It represents and advocates for student needs and issues on campus through local, state and federal government officials. SGA is made up of the executive branch, legislative branch, judicial branch, Office of the Student Advocates, association agencies and several…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/12/student-affairs-department-highlight-student-government-association/

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You’re invited to a viewing for the Wichita State ‘College Tour’ episode

…Feb. 24 in 110 Woolsey Hall, Frank A. Boettger Auditorium. RSVPs are requested by Feb. 20: wichita.edu/collegetourviewing. Check out what your fellows Shockers are up to on campus, including their recreational activities, their cutting-edge research and other exciting developments around Shocker Nation. The full episode and individual segments will be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/13/youre-invited-to-a-viewing-for-the-wichita-state-college-tour-episode/

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WSU’s College of Engineering invites public to participate in 5k to benefit students in need

…University is hosting a public 5k run/walk that is open to students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. The 5k will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 on the WSU campus. Registration proceeds from the 5k will go toward the College of Engineering Needs-Based Scholarship Fund. “The Needs-Based Scholarship Fund provides financial support to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/14/wsus-college-of-engineering-invites-public-to-participate-in-5k-to-benefit-students-in-need/

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Share your strength story: ShockerStrengths celebrates 5 years at WSU

ShockerStrengths is proud to celebrate its fifth year at Wichita State. Help celebrate by participating in its campus-wide survey to learn when, where, how and why faculty, staff and students are engaging with their natural talents and strengths. As WSU prepares for growth and continue its progress towards a Strengths-Based Institution, your input and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/03/share-your-strength-story-shockerstrengths-celebrates-5-years-at-wsu-3/

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Creating a path toward counseling: Applied learning at HOPE Services

…first recipients of the Wichita State, State of Kansas Applied Learning Funds, Matthew emphasizes how this opportunity has provided financial stability, allowing him to live off campus. At HOPE Services, he supports mental wellness initiatives like Suspenders4Hope, helping organize events, update webpages and engage students. His experience assembling HOPE…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/06/creating-a-path-toward-counseling-applied-learning-at-hope-services/

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Explore Panhellenic Life at Wichita State

Are you interested in joining a sorority? Panhellenic Council invites you to the Panhellenic COB Event from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 on Omega Court, just north of campus between Corbin Education Center and Eck Stadium. Whether you missed Primary Recruitment in the fall or simply want to learn more about the vibrant Panhellenic community at Wichita…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/24/explore-panhellenic-life-at-wichita-state-2/

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Leave a lasting impact by joining the academic integrity and student conduct hearing boards

…bright young students to join the academic integrity and student conduct hearing boards, an opportunity to gain community service hours and have a lasting impact on your college campus. Along with the training to be an active and engaged board member, you will also get to help create the future of what these boards look like. Serving on the Academic…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/07/leave-a-lasting-impact-by-joining-the-academic-integrity-and-student-conduct-hearing-boards/

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Update to newsletter guidelines regarding AI images

The submission guidelines for WSU Today, Shocker Blast and Campus Connection have been updated to include a section for AI images with submissions. The addition is below. When submitting an AI-generated image for the newsletter, please follow these guidelines: Indicate the AI tool used in the “Comments” section of your submission. AI-generated images will be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/21/update-to-newsletter-guidelines-regarding-ai-images/

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SHS expands vaccine availability

COVID-19 vaccination scheduling is now open to all WSU on-campus industry partner employees and new incoming students and their immediate family members, ages 18 and up, in addition to WSU and WSU Tech employees, students, and their immediate family members. An immediate family member includes child, stepchild, grandchild, parent, stepparent, grandparent,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/19/shs-expands-vaccine-availability/

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EGSA opens submissions for fourth annual Humanities Conference

…(EGSA), in conjunction with the Sigma Tau Delta chapter, is currently accepting submissions for the fourth Wichita State Humanities Conference. The conference will take place on campus and is open to undergraduate and graduate students at WSU. Potential presenters are invited to submit an abstract of approximately 300 words and a short bio of 100 words to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/30/egsa-opens-submissions-for-fourth-annual-humanities-conference/

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Science on Tap focuses on health benefits of nature

Join Wichita-area science enthusiasts for the last presentation of the academic year at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 at Social Tap Drinkery on Wichita State’s Innovation Campus. Katlin Dunsing from the Kansas Dept of Wildlife and Parks) will present “Nurtured by Nature: The Cognitive and Physical Effects Nature Has on Humans.” Dunsing will present the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/13/science-on-tap-focuses-on-health-benefits-of-nature/

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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/

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Participate in the Wichita State Engineering 5k run/walk to benefit students in need

…hosting a public 5k run/walk that is open to students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. The 5k and awards ceremony will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 on campus. The course is USA Track & Field (USATF) certified and will begin and end behind the John Bardo Center. Registration proceeds from the 5k and associated donations will go…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/07/participate-in-the-wichita-state-engineering-5k-run-walk-to-benefit-students-in-need-2/

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Join the ride to Kansas City and learn more about the history and heritage of Black Americans

… those who attend. The road trip is part of the Student Activities Council’s Black History Month series and will depart from WSU at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 and return to campus around 10 p.m. Questions about the event can be sent to sac@wichita.edu. This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council with support from Student Engagement &…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/join-the-ride-to-kansas-city-and-learn-more-about-the-history-and-heritage-of-black-americans/

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13th annual Shocker Leadership Awards application is now open

…for the 2024-25 academic year. The award recognizes student organizations and student leaders, faculty and staff for their contributions to student engagement and belonging on campus. All registered student organizations and university affiliated groups are eligible to apply. The award categories are as follows: Individual awards RSO President of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/12/13th-annual-shocker-leadership-awards-application-is-now-open/

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Latest on recent federal actions

…State of recent executive orders and federal actions. Please know that we are closely monitoring all actions and evaluating their potential effects on our students and the rest of campus. This includes reviewing legal and policy implications, engaging stakeholders, promoting open communication and involvement, and working to mitigate operational impacts.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/29/latest-on-recent-federal-actions/