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Wichita State will continue operations Jan. 10

Wichita State will remain open Friday, Jan. 10. If you have concerns or questions about working on campus, please reach out to your supervisor. Students should reach out to their instructors regarding the status of pre-session classes for the day.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/10/wichita-state-will-continue-operations-jan-10/

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Happy retirement, Dr. Lefever

Wichita State is so grateful to Dr. Shirley Lefever for her leadership, vision and dedication to Shocker Nation. The campus community sends its best wishes for her extraordinary service with this special video honoring her remarkable contributions.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/18/happy-retirement-dr-lefever/

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WSU is committed to free expression

Wichita State University is committed to preserving and supporting freedom of thought, speech and expression on our campus. Visit the WSU Freedom of Expression web page for more information. You can also view the Kansas Board of Regents’ Statement on Free Expression here.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/21/wsu-is-committed-to-free-expression-5/

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WSU students get admission to fine arts and athletics events with a Shocker ID

Shockers can attend on-campus Wichita State fine arts and athletics events at no additional charge with a Shocker ID, thanks to the Student Government Association. Support your fellow classmates and faculty while exploring the creative pursuits WSU has to offer and display your Shocker pride at home athletic games.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/21/wsu-students-get-admission-to-fine-arts-and-athletics-events-with-a-shocker-id-2/

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Join Student Activities Council and Black Student Union with a throwback hip hop event — Beats and Bars

In celebration of Black History Month, Student Activities Council and Black Student Union have come together to bring campus a throwback hip hop event from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. There will be aux cord battles and a rap battle for a chance to win a prize. Food will be provided for all attendees.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/04/join-student-activities-council-and-black-student-union-with-a-throwback-hip-hot-event-beats-and-bars/

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University Staff Senate meeting set for Feb. 18

…Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 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/2025/02/10/university-staff-senate-meeting-set-for-feb-18/

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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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Construction shows Wichita State’s continued growth across the city

From the center of campus to downtown Wichita, Wichita State University’s footprint continues to grow and offer new opportunities for students and our community. As the spring semester rolls on, you will notice ongoing and new construction across our 330 acres and beyond. Projects currently under way: Renderings released for Wichita Biomedical Campus Shocker…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/15/construction-shows-wichita-states-continued-growth-across-the-city/

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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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Welcome back from Dr. Muma

…more than a year of virtual classes and Zoom meetings, it is with particular enthusiasm that I welcome you back to Wichita State! I look forward to seeing all your faces around campus, in meetings, and in our classrooms. In this time of uncertainty around COVID-19, it’s particularly important that we take measures to promote and protect our own wellness, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/14/welcome-back-from-dr-muma/

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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/