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Make your voice heard at SGA Connect

Student Government Association invites students to participate in SGA Connect from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. This drop-in tabling event gives students the opportunity to share what matters most to them at Wichita State, including academics, involvement and campus life. Students can add their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/make-your-voice-heard-at-sga-connect/

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Message from assistant vice president for Wellness: Don’t hesitate to ask for support

…the start of what is hopefully a wonderful semester. As your assistant vice president for wellness, I want to welcome you and wish you success and well-being in the new academic year. It was 25 years ago when my journey at Wichita State began as a first generation, transfer student. That was a tough year for me with many transitions. Periods of transition…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/19/message-from-wellness-director-dont-hesitate-to-ask-for-help/

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Campus community invited to register to participate in Shocker Community Night Feb. 20

WSU faculty, staff, students and programs who serve elementary or middle and high school students are invited to help Wichita State Connect make the first Shocker Community Night: Move, Play, Connect a success on Feb. 20 at the Heskett Center. Encourage the youth you serve, along with their families and guardians, to attend the free, fun evening of movement,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/04/campus-community-invited-to-register-participate-in-shocker-community-night-feb-20-2026/

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Internal grant opportunities available for faculty

Did you know that WSU provides funding for faculty research and creative activity projects? The Faculty Support Committee encourages you to explore this year’s URCA, MURPA and ARCS opportunities. Funding ranges from $4,000 up to $7,500 for multi-disciplinary projects. These opportunities are perfect for faculty looking to retool or reestablish productive…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/01/internal-grant-opportunities-available-for-faculty-2/

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See the 2024 designated holidays for State of Kansas employees

To help you plan your time off and work schedules throughout the year, Wichita State is happy to share the 2024 holidays. Holidays for State of Kansas employees are designated on an annual basis by the governor of the State of Kansas and the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) for eligible employees. The following dates have been designated as paid holidays for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/06/see-the-2024-designated-holidays-for-state-of-kansas-employees/

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Happy holidays, Shockers

President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case want to wish everyone in Shocker Nation happy holidays!

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/09/happy-holidays-shockers-5/

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Innovation across engineering disciplines: Santiago Carbajal’s applied learning experiences

In August 2025, Santiago Carbajal began his sophomore year as a software engineering student contractor at NetApp through Ennovar. Working with NetApp’s Performance and Benchmarking Team, Carbajal actively shapes his future through hands-on experience in this applied learning experience. Carbajal advances in his own future and in future technology by coding,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/11/innovation-across-engineering-disciplines-santiago-carbajals-applied-learning-experiences/

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Submissions for the Academe newsletter are now open

The Academe newsletter has returned, and faculty and staff can now submit items for consideration for the first edition in September. Academe will be published four times a year and will highlight faculty and staff accomplishments. When submitting your item, you will select one of five different categories: Research and Publications: Highlights faculty and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/15/submissions-to-the-academe-newsletter-are-now-open/

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Attend the Shocker Volleyball Classic starting Aug. 29

Kick off the 2025 season and Jam the Gym with Shocker volleyball in style by being one of the first 300 fans to grab a “Long Wave the Yellow and the Black” T-shirt for the season opener in the Shocker Volleyball Classic against Kennesaw St. at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29. On Sunday, Aug. 31, get ready to celebrate championship greatness as the Shockers take on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/26/attend-the-shocker-volleyball-classic-starting-aug-29/

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Registrar’s Office closing for staff event part of Dec. 12

The Office of the Registrar will be closed from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12 for a staff event. If you need assistance during that time, visit OneStop on the first floor of the Shocker Success Center or call 855-978-1787.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/10/registrars-office-closing-for-staff-event-part-of-dec-12/

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Deadline for Shockers Got Talent auditions extended to March 6

The Student Activities Council is excited to host Shockers Got Talent for a third year in a row and is currently looking for talent to perform in the 2026 showcase. The previous audition deadline of Feb. 20 has been pushed back to Friday, March 6. Any form of talent is encouraged to apply. Artists will submit a video application for consideration. The top…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/26/deadline-for-shockers-got-talent-auditions-extended-to-march-6/

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Student Activities Council seeking judges for Shockers Got Talent

…Student Activities Council is seeking judges for the third annual Shockers Got Talent competition. Judges will watch, evaluate and score 10-12 student performers to determine this year’s winners who will receive scholarships. Faculty and staff who volunteer their time receive the best seats in the house and are provided dinner for their time. Must be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/05/student-activities-council-seeking-judges-for-shockers-got-talent/

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SEM Leadership Committee recognized as the next recipient of Rick Rewards

…Leadership Committee meeting to recognize its members as the next recipient of Rick Rewards. The committee members were celebrated for their help in opening opportunities for more first-time-in-college students and building a culture of outreach that improves the student experience. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Muma to show his…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/01/sem-leadership-committee-recognized-as-the-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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Apply now for the WSU Staff Senate Scholarship

…University Staff Senate has established a scholarship to support the advancement of WSU staff and their dependents. Staff members or their dependents beginning or continuing their first bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. This scholarship can be combined with university Tuition Assistance and other awards and can be used for tuition, books and fees.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/09/apply-now-for-the-wsu-staff-senate-scholarship-2/

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Flu vaccines available at Student Health Services, including at pop-up clinic Dec. 3

…for your flu vaccine before cold and flu season. Student Health Services is also hosting an upcoming pop-up flu shot clinic from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/02/flu-vaccines-available-at-student-health-services-including-at-pop-up-clinic-dec-3/

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Health Science Degree Checksheet

… Additional program content includes an introduction to public health, health services management, aging studies and ethics. This program requires a mix of science and mathematics courses that support admission requirements for a variety of clinical education programs. HEALTH SCIENCE REQUIRED COURSES (33 credits) These courses build a strong foundation in…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/studentservices/checksheets/hs-degree-checksheet.php

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Submit your events to be featured as part of the spring 2026 Welcomefest schedule

Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of the fall and spring semesters and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Winter Welcome, the Involvement Fair and much more. Hosted by various student groups and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/08/submit-your-events-to-be-featured-as-part-of-the-spring-2026-welcomefest-schedule/

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Student virtual town hall with SGA and university leaders set for April 10

Do you want to hear more from your student and university leaders about what has been happening this year? Do you want to share your thoughts or concerns on your education and student experience? Attend the virtual Student Government Association (SGA) town hall featuring university administration at 3:15 p.m. Thursday, April 10 virtually via YouTube. Here,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/25/student-virtual-town-hall-with-sga-and-university-leaders-set-for-april-10/

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Kansas Applied Learning Funds: AY 2027 applications open

Wichita State is excited to announce that the State of Kansas Applied Learning Funds are now open for applications for the fiscal year 2027. Who can apply? Wichita State colleges and departments are invited to submit proposals. Special attention will be given to programs that have traditionally lacked access to paid applied learning opportunities. What are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/11/kansas-applied-learning-funds-ay-2027-applications-open/

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Don’t miss the last day of January ARC

Today, Jan. 13 is the last day of the Academic Resources Conference (ARC) at Wichita State. The ARC happens three times a year and is free and open to the campus community. All sessions are online via Zoom. You can view the full schedule, including links to recorded training and LinkedIn Learning challenges, at the WSU January 2022 ARC Events website. All of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/07/dont-miss-the-last-day-of-january-arc/