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View the best of Welcomefest 2022

Experience the entire month-long celebration as students return to campus to begin the fall 2022 semester. Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Clash of the Colleges and Involvement Fair. Hosted by various student groups and campus …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/26/view-the-best-of-welcomefest-2022/

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Watch the best of Welcomefest 2021

Experience the entire month-long celebration as students return to campus to begin the fall 2021 semester. Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Back to School Bash, Clash of the Colleges, and Involvement Fair. Hosted by various…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/16/watch-the-best-of-welcomfest-2021/

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Visit over 50 vendors at the Wellness Expo today

Campus Recreation is hosting an educational and interactive Wellness Expo from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today, March 5 in the Heskett Center. Plan to join your fellow Shockers as you receive medical screenings and wellness tips from over 50 vendor booths from WSU departments and around the community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/visit-over-50-vendors-at-the-wellness-expo-today/

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WSU’s 2024 annual report highlights key areas of interest and growth for the university

Wichita State is more than a campus where students learn and study. It’s a place to solve problems, to do research, to forge a pathway to a better tomorrow. It is a community where the dreamers, doers and Shockers of the future are encouraged to push boundaries, think critically and pursue their passions.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/10/wsus-2024-annual-report-highlights-key-areas-of-interest-and-growth-for-the-university/

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Ashlyn Riggs, College of Applied Studies

Ashlyn Riggs came to Wichita State University thanks to its proximity to home and she already had a connection to campus through her mother, who is an active employee. While at WSU, she had the opportunity to work at the Child Development Center as a lead sub teacher — all while getting her degree in education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/30/ashlyn-riggs-college-of-applied-studies/

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RSC offers special deals and freebies for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day

Visit the Rhatigan Student Center Friday, March 7 for its annual Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day. All day, Wichita State faculty, staff and campus affiliate/partner staff can enjoy deals and freebies exclusively for them. Must show a Shocker ID to be eligible. Visit the Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day website for all details.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/rsc-offers-special-deals-and-freebies-for-faculty-staff-appreciation-day/

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Mental Health Advocate highlight: Office of Financial Aid

Suspenders4Hope, a program developed at Wichita State University, is highlighting different departments and individuals on campus who are advocates for mental health in hopes that their stories will inspire others to continue supporting one another in the community. The Office of Financial Aid is being recognized for its efforts in alleviating financial…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/06/06/mental-health-advocate-highlight-office-of-financial-aid/

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University Staff Senate Meeting set for March 25

… Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 25 in 301 Rhatigan Student Center, Gridley 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 USS website.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/11/university-staff-senate-meeting-set-for-march-25/

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University Staff Senate meeting set for April 15

…Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 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 website.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/07/university-staff-senate-meeting-set-for-april-15/

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ICAA_Guardian_Plan_Highlights_2023

… find information about your following employee benefit(s). Be sure to review the enclosed - it provides everything you need to sign up for your Guardian benefits. PLAN HIGHLIGHTS Life Long Term Disability Questions? Concerns? Helpline (888) 600-1600 Call weekdays, 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM, EST. And refer to your plan number: 00555477 Welcome Dear WSU…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Organizational_Development/New_Employee_Resources/NEO_Online/ICAA/ICAA_Guardian_Plan_Highlights_2023.pdf

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Office of Academic Affairs will interview four dean candidates for Fairmount College

The first candidate for dean of Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences — David Eichhorn, interim dean of the Fairmount College at Wichita State — will be on campus March 6-7. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a public forum at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6 in 208 Hubbard Hall Additional information regarding the candidate can be found…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/office-of-academic-affairs-will-interview-four-dean-candidates-for-fairmount-college/

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Help your students (and yourself) with PAWS & Relax at the library

…Success and University Libraries, from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 7 on the first floor of Ablah Library. Therapy dogs will be on-site to offer a calm and friendly break as the campus prepares for the end of the semester. Take a moment to visit — or encourage your students to stop by for a quick break during this busy time of year.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/23/help-your-students-and-yourself-with-paws-relax-at-the-library/

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Kansas Science Olympiad needs volunteers for the state event April 5

Kansas Science Olympiad will be held April 5 on campus. Volunteers are needed to assist with events in various areas such as tower build, helicopter, wind power, chemistry, forensics and experimental design to name a few. The competition will run all day with an awards ceremony at the end of the day. If you are interested in volunteering, sign up online or…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/20/kansas-state-science-olympiad-needs-volunteers-for-the-state-event-april-5/

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Apply now for 2025-26 Student Activities Council executive board

Are you interested in planning events and building community on campus? If so, the Student Activities Council executive board can be a good opportunity for you. Being a part of the board is an opportunity to grow as a leader, network with industry professionals, build community among your peers and help plan events for students and faculty. Apply now on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/03/apply-now-for-2025-26-student-activities-council-executive-board/

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Office of Academic Affairs will interview second of four dean candidates for Fairmount College

…candidate for dean of Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences — Tamela Eitle, dean of the IU School of Liberal Arts at Indiana University Indianapolis — will be on campus March 13-14. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a public forum at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13 in 264 Rhatigan Student Center, Spencer Room. Additional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/11/office-of-academic-affairs-will-interview-2nd-of-4-dean-candidates-for-fairmount-college/

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Interested in Kappa Delta Chi? Learn about the Rosebud Program

Kappa Delta Chi is a Latina-founded multicultural sorority open to everyone that aims to empower and encourage women of all ages across campus while connecting and growing within the sisterhood. The Rosebud Program offers knowledge and connections without fully committing to the organization and serves as a way to get to know Kappa Delta Chi and what it…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/14/interested-in-kappa-delta-chi-learn-about-the-rosebud-program/

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Faculty/staff interested in honors law and public policy invited to open discussion April 24

…3:30 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 24 via Microsoft Teams, including general information about the track, updates in progress and sharing ideas for collaboration with other college or campus initiatives created since the honors track was launched in 2014. An open honors faculty council meeting will follow from 4 to 4:30 p.m.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/18/faculty-staff-interested-in-honors-law-and-public-policy-invited-to-open-discussion-april-24/

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Office of Academic Affairs will interview last dean candidate for Fairmount College

…of Liberal Arts and Sciences — Sarah Beth Estes, dean of the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock — will be on campus March 31-April 1. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a public forum at 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 31 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. Additional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/28/office-of-academic-affairs-will-interview-last-dean-candidate-for-fairmount-college/

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Attend the next Admin Support Group lunch and learn April 15

…Center, Spencer Room. This month will be focused on networking and getting to know one another. Bring a lunch and stop by to connect with other administrative professionals across campus. Be sure to RSVP for the event by contacting Angie Linder at angela.linder@wichita.edu. The Admin Support Group is a community engagement initiative supported by the Wichita…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/01/attend-the-next-admin-support-group-lunch-and-learn-april-15/

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Learn more about BME research

The Graduate Student Association BME, Biomedical Engineering Society, and 3D Printed Prosthetics invite the campus community to an exclusive event showcasing the cutting-edge research conducted in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. Tours are from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 4 in room 264 of the John…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/19/bme-lab-tour-pizza-panel/