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$300,000 gift from WSU alumnus powers career-ready education at the Barton School

…Board, Wichita State alumnus and founder of Siegfried Capital Group — and his wife, Doriya Li. Their contribution establishes the Dr. Silver Kung and Doriya Li Student Experience and Success Fund, a forward‑looking initiative designed to expand real‑world learning, professional development, and entrepreneurial opportunities for Barton School …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/300000-gift-from-wsu-alumnus-powers-career-ready-education-at-the-barton-school-2/

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Team Interview

Shocker MINDSTORMS Challenge Team Interview (500 points) The Team Interview is required for Beginner and Beginner II Teams. The Interview allows teams to share what they have learned in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. The Team Interview allows teams to talk about their experiences preparing for the Shocker MINDSTORMS Challenge. Questions will not be technical,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mindstorms/challenge/2022/2022_Team_Interview.php

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Service-Learning Showcase announces 2026 award winners

The Service-Learning Showcase is a unique opportunity for students who participate in service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues. The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty/staff,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/17/service-learning-showcase-announces-2026-award-winners/

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Register now for Recruitment Faculty Fellows campus tour and lunch and learn in April

…conversation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 24 starting in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. This is an opportunity to learn more about the prospective student experience, connect with colleagues and discover meaningful ways to get involved. Lunch is provided. Register by April 17. For questions, contact Kayla Klein, director of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/23/register-now-for-recruitment-faculty-fellows-campus-tour-and-lunch-and-learn-in-april/

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Today’s New 12 Deals of Christmas Items

Are you looking for a holiday gift for your favorite Shocker? Visit the Shocker Store’s Rhatigan Student Center location for their 12 Deals of Christmas Sale Nov. 29-Dec. 4. Customers can also shop the sale at the online Shocker Store and receive free shipping if they spend more than $75. New sale items will be added daily and will remain on sale for the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/30/todays-new-12-deals-of-christmas-items/

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Today’s New 12 Deals of Christmas Sale Items

Are you looking for a holiday gift for your favorite Shocker? Visit the Shocker Store’s Rhatigan Student Center location for their 12 Deals of Christmas Sale Nov. 29-Dec. 4. Customers can also shop the sale at the online Shocker Store and receive free shipping if they spend more than $75. New sale items will be added daily and will remain on sale for the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/01/todays-new-12-deals-of-christmas-sale-items/

Badges

Nicholas Milligan

…University and his advanced degree as a Master in Social Work from Wichita State University. For more than 15 years, he has worked with people to help them better their lives. His experience includes diverse populations in various community settings including corrections, private practice, inpatient substance use treatment, inpatient psychiatric, and the…

https://badges.wichita.edu/instructor/nicholas-milligan-2/

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Applied learning in action: Claire Staggs

Claire Staggs, a senior psychology major graduating in May 2026, is gaining hands-on experience at Wichita East High School, part of Wichita Public Schools (USD 259), where she supports students as they plan their next steps after graduation. She began the role during the fall semester and continues her work this spring. “My applied learning role at Wichita …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/16/applied-learning-in-action-claire-staggs/

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Applied learning in action: Claire Staggs

Claire Staggs, a senior psychology major graduating in May 2026, is gaining hands-on experience at Wichita East High School, part of Wichita Public Schools (USD 259), where she supports students as they plan their next steps after graduation. She began the role during the fall semester and continues her work this spring. “My applied learning role at Wichita …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/23/applied-learning-in-action-claire-staggs-2/

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Staff Senate launches Listening Sessions

…and support for staff across campus. These sessions are an opportunity to engage in open dialogue, share ideas, raise questions and discuss topics that impact your work and experience at Wichita State. The goal is to create a more intentional space for staff voices to be heard and to connect with colleagues and staff senators in a collaborative…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/20/staff-senate-launches-listening-sessions-3/

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Make48 invention competition returns to Wichita State’s campus

Make48 returns to Wichita State University to launch the 10th season of the invention competition and host teams from its first Classroom Innovation Experience on March 20-22. Tom Gray, CEO and co-founder of Make48, views this visit to the Wichita State campus as a full-circle moment. “Returning to Wichita for our 10th season feels like a homecoming,” he…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/18/make48-invention-competition-returns-to-wichita-states-campus/

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Mining Madness

Shocker MINDSTORMS Challenge Mining Madness Professional Mission Created by Randy Brill and Steve Smith Story: Steve has had a tough time in the mines lately. On his last expedition, he lost his lucky helmet deep underground! Now, he’s counting on you to design and build a robot that can retrieve it—so he doesn’t have to face the dangerous creepers lurking…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mindstorms/challenge/2025/2025_Mission_Possible.php

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Sort It

Shocker MINDSTORMS Challenge EGGSactly Right! Professional Mission Story: Steve and Alex have set up a chicken egg farm to trade with the villagers, but something strange has happened! A rare blue dye spilled into the chicken coop, and now there are special blue eggs. The villagers only accept perfectly sorted eggs in their trading chests. Your mission is to…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mindstorms/challenge/2025/2025_Sort_It.php

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The Perfect First-Day-of-Class Guide

The Perfect First-Day-of-Class Guide Jane Lickteig 07/29/2026 09:28:39 AM From a Shocker grad, here are the best tips for navigating the first day of classes at Wichita State. From making sure you know where to park, to meeting new people, this guide is here to help new students find comfort on campus. Photo by Emily Phung/Undergraduate Admissions With the…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/08_10_First_Day_Tips.php

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Student virtual town hall with SGA and university leaders set for March 2

…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 starting at 2 p.m. Monday, March 2 virtually via the SGA …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/23/student-virtual-town-hall-with-sga-and-university-leaders-set-for-march-2/

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Aaron Bastian joins Barton School of Business Dean’s Advisory Board

…group of global industry leaders committed to advancing the Barton School’s mission and strategic priorities by strengthening, enriching and elevating the student experience. “Aaron is a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with an unwavering passion for growing and strengthening our community,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/10/aaron-bastian-joins-barton-school-of-business-deans-advisory-board/

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Staff Senate launches Listening Sessions

…and support for staff across campus. These sessions are an opportunity to engage in open dialogue, share ideas, raise questions and discuss topics that impact your work and experience at Wichita State. The goal is to create a more intentional space for staff voices to be heard and to connect with colleagues and staff senators in a collaborative…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/09/staff-senate-launches-listening-sessions-2/

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Staff Senate launches Listening Sessions

…and support for staff across campus. These sessions are an opportunity to engage in open dialogue, share ideas, raise questions and discuss topics that impact your work and experience at Wichita State. The goal is to create a more intentional space for staff voices to be heard and to connect with colleagues and staff senators in a collaborative…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/24/staff-senate-launches-listening-sessions/

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Attend next Beyond the Lab workshop series today

The Beyond the Lab: Research and Reasoning Workshop Series features WSU’s health sciences librarian, Aaron Bowen, offering workshops that draw from his wealth of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate CHP students (as well as students in other fields who’s learning touches upon the health sciences) about the research process, effective searching to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/11/attend-next-beyond-the-lab-workshop-series-today/

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Students can purchase a school supply bundle

Visit the RSC Shocker Store to grab a special Shocker school supply bundle for $7.99. Packed in a drawstring bag are a Shocker padfolio, car decal, index cards, writing utensils and more. The bundle is available while supplies last, and they are located in the lower level of the Shocker Store.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/10/students-can-purchase-a-school-supply-bundle/