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Become a transition mentor

… is seeking students to serve as transition mentors (TMs). Students in this paid position play a key role in university student success efforts by assisting with the transition of new students to Wichita State. Transition mentors will have the opportunity to build relationships, interact with university staff and faculty and work with a team of peers during …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/14/become-a-transition-mentor-2/

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WSU General Dentistry announces WSU Shocker Student Dental Discount Program

The College of Health Professions is excited to announce the new Shocker Student Dental Discount Program with the WSU General Dentistry Practice. The program offers discount pricing for dental care to WSU students and their spouses and children. Students can save approximately 25% from the average prices at a private dental practice. The discount applies on …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/13/wsu-general-dentistry-announces-wsu-shocker-student-dental-discount-program/

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2024-25 FAFSA form opens December 2023

There are major changes and improvements coming to the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. As a result, the new form will be available in December 2023, not the usual Oct. 1 date. The launch date will apply only for the 2024-25 FAFSA form. The changes to the FAFSA form for the 2024-25 aid year include: Expanded eligibility for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/2024-25-fafsa-form-opens-december-2023/

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UPDATE: Fall 2023 tuition assistance application deadline extended

The university has extended the deadline to apply for fall 2023 tuition assistance. The new deadline is Friday, Aug. 25. Applications for fall 2023 tuition assistance can be submitted through the online application form. Faculty and staff may apply for employee, spouse or dependent tuition assistance. Tuition assistance can be applied to undergraduate,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/01/update-fall-2023-tuition-assistance-application-deadline-extended/

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Graduate Student Council fall 2023 elections is now open

The Graduate Student Council is holding its annual elections to elect new councilors for the 2023-24 academic year, opened until 11:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15. The council is comprised of student representatives from all recognized graduate colleges who are responsible for advocating for the educational, professional and social needs of graduate students at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/14/graduate-student-council-fall-2023-elections-is-now-open/

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WSU General Dentistry Practice to launch student discount program

The College of Health Professions’ WSU General Dentistry has announced a new discount program for WSU students. The dental discount program for WSU students will be launched during the summer with information and a savings chart to be available on the website. WSU General Dentistry offers a wide range of affordable dental services to the general public that …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/27/wsu-general-dentistry-practice-launches-student-discount-program/

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Attend Faculty Senate meeting today

The Faculty Senate meeting today, October 24, will be a joint senate meeting with WSU Tech. The meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. in a new location: the Marcus Welcome Center. There is also an option to attend via Zoom. Senators have been sent the meeting information. Faculty Senate meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of each month. For more…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/21/attend-faculty-senate-meeting-today-5/

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Attend Faculty Senate meeting Jan. 30 in Woolsey

…Jan. 30 in 110A Woolsey Hall and will also be available on Zoom. This meeting will include an introduction and first read of the general education transfer policy update per new KBOR requirements. Senators have been sent the meeting information. Faculty Senate is held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. For more information or to join the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/27/attend-faculty-senate-meeting-jan-30-in-woolsey/

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Pink merch from Shocker Store benefits Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families. The pink selection includes a short sleeve tee, long sleeve tee and two crew sweatshirts. This offer is good while supplies…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/19/pink-merch-from-shocker-store-benefits-victory-in-the-valley/

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EPA selects Wichita State as site for environmental justice center

…University’s Environmental Finance Center is one of 17 locations selected to establish an Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (EJ TCTAC). This new center will promote environmental and energy justice in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and adjoining Indigenous nations. Each of the EJ TCTACs will receive at least $10 million…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/14/epa-selects-wichita-state-as-site-for-environmental-justice-center/

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Benefits Open Enrollment – six days left!

…to make your elections. All benefits-eligible state employees must make their 2023 elections by that deadline. Employees enrolled in medical coverage who do not make a new election will be defaulted into medical Plan N with a use-it-or-lose-it HRA. For additional information, visit the Open Enrollment Website. Any questions should be directed to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/21/benefits-open-enrollment-six-days-left/

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Financial Operations team is looking to hire payroll specialists

The Financial Operations team is seeking two new members for its team. The position will work with all numbers related to financials, so a keen eye for details, discrepancies and thoroughness are key for the position. The payroll specialist will complete payroll transactions, which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing and auditing payroll transactions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/02/financial-operations-team-is-looking-to-hires/

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WSU, President Muma featured in Inside Higher Ed report

A new report by Inside Higher Ed takes a close look at the experiences of U.S. college undergraduates and what they think their institutions could do to be more supportive. WSU President Rick Muma contributed to the report, highlighting efforts at WSU such as holding frequent lunches with student groups to gather feedback from students; increased…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-president-muma-featured-in-inside-higher-ed-report/

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Benefits Open Enrollment – four days left!

… to make your elections by Oct. 31. All benefits-eligible state employees must make their 2023 elections by that deadline. Employees enrolled in medical coverage who do not make a new election will be defaulted into medical Plan N with a use-it-or-lose-it HRA. For additional information, visit the Open Enrollment Website. Any questions should be directed to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/21/benefits-open-enrollment-four-days-left/

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Benefits Open Enrollment – five days left!

… to make your elections by Oct. 31. All benefits-eligible state employees must make their 2023 elections by that deadline. Employees enrolled in medical coverage who do not make a new election will be defaulted into medical Plan N with a use-it-or-lose-it HRA. For additional information, visit the Open Enrollment Website. Any questions should be directed to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/21/benefits-open-enrollment-five-days-left/

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WSU Math Circle for middle school students resumes Feb. 5

…Sunday, Feb. 5 at 372 Jabara Hall. Math Circle is a program for middle school students that helps keep young people interested in mathematics and lets them explore and enjoy new topics. Fifth- through ninth-graders of WSU faculty and staff are invited to attend. The group will not meet during Spring Break. The last meeting of the spring semester will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/30/wsu-math-circle-for-middle-school-students-resumes-feb-5/

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Pink merchandise available from Shocker Store to benefit Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. There are two short sleeve T-shirts and two crew neck sweatshirts. All four options are available at the RSC…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/02/pink-merchandise-available-from-shocker-store-to-benefit-victory-in-the-valley/

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Welcome back, Shockers!

Hello, Shockers, Whether you’re new to Wichita State or a returning Shocker, I welcome you to the start of the fall semester here at WSU. I hope you enjoyed your summer and are refreshed and ready to dive right in. To our faculty and staff, your dedication to the growth of our students and support of our community inspires me every day. My hope is that each …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/15/welcome-back-shockers-6/

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Pregame light show experience debuting at Saturday men’s basketball game

Shocker Athletics is unveiling a new pregame light show experience at the Shocker men’s basketball game 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. To take part in the light show during the game, download the GoShockers App from the App Store or Google Play Store and follow the steps before the game starts. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 2:45 p.m. to participate.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/10/pregame-light-show-experience-debuting-at-saturday-mens-basketball-game/

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Welcome back, Shockers!

Hello, Shockers, Whether you’re new to Wichita State or a returning Shocker, I welcome you to the start of the fall semester here at WSU. I hope you enjoyed your summer and are refreshed and ready to dive right in. Students, you are the heartbeat of our university, and I can’t wait to see what you do this year as you pursue your passions. My hope is that…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/15/welcome-back-shockers-5/