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Division of Student Affairs announces inaugural 2025 Divisional Staff Excellence Award winners

…of Student Affairs proudly announces the recipients of the inaugural Divisional Staff Excellence and Pillar Awards, honoring the exceptional individuals who embody the heart and mission of Student Affairs through their unwavering dedication to student success and community impact. These awards are more than recognition — they are a celebration of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/23/division-of-student-affairs-announces-inaugural-2025-divisional-staff-excellence-award-winners/

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Episode 12 – Smart Factory @ Wichita

…a groundbreaking, immersive learning environment for business leaders to experience smart manufacturing solutions. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on …

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/episode-12-deloitte-smart-factory-at-wichita-state/

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Episode 17 – Wichita State Esports

…Joe Mazzara about Shocker Esports, which began in 2019 and quickly became WSU’s fastest-growing varsity program. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on its …

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/wichita-state-esports/

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Episode 9 – Education in Kansas

…Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Alicia Thompson; and Wichita State University Provost, Dr. Shirley Lefever. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on its…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/episode-9-education-in-kansas/

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Olympic Rescue

2018 Shocker MINDSTORMS Challenge Olympic Rescue Professional Mission created by Randy BrillBased on original design in 2011 by WSU Engineering Council (Intermediate and Expert Teams) Story: You are working support for an Olympic training event. One of the contestants has been injured. Your task will be to pick up the injured contestant and deliver him to…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mindstorms/challenge/2018/Olympic_Rescue.php

WSU Newsletters

Advancing privacy through data minimization

At the heart of the mission as a higher education institution is trust — trust from students, faculty, staff, alumni, and research partners. That trust depends on how responsibly personal information is handled. One of the most effective ways to protect privacy while supporting academic and operational excellence is through data minimization. Data…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/21/advancing-privacy-through-data-minimization/

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Roundhouse podcast with Wichita State president Jay Golden

…impressions of Shocker athletics and possible plans for adding varsity and club sports. What might be next for Cessna Stadium? What role does athletics play in the university mission?

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/roundhouse-podcast-with-wichita-state-president-jay-golden/

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WSU Astronautics Laboratory

…Laboratory Header Astronautics Research and Education Content The Astronautics Laboratory conducts research in the area of astrodynamics, spacecraft control, and space mission design. Buttons Low-Thrust Trajectory Optimization In-Space Neutrino Detection Remote Sensing Astronautics Education Prospective Students PEOPLE FACULTY Atri Dutta is a…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/aerospace/research/astronautics-lab/index.php

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Atri Dutta, Ph.D.

…Space Dynamics at the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Wichita State University (WSU). His research and teaching interests are in the areas of astrodynamics, control theory, mission planning and optimization. He is also a member of Disaster Resilience and Analytics Center, one of WSU’s convergent science initiative. He is a member of Wichita Space…

https://badges.wichita.edu/instructor/atri-dutta-ph-d-2/

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Episode 6 – LatinX Food, Culture and Community in Wichita

…speaks with WSU faculty members and LatinX cultural researchers Dr. Enrique Navarro and Dr. Rocío Del Águila. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on its…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/episode-6-latinx-food-culture-and-community-in-wichita/

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Episode 2 – Year in Review

Watch a video of the podcast The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on its road to becoming an essential educational, cultural, and economic driver for Kansas…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/episode-2-year-in-review/

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Episode 3 – Providing Access to Higher Education

Watch a video of the podcast The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide WSU on its road to becoming an essential educational, cultural, and economic driver for Kansas…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/episode-3-providing-access-to-higher-education/

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Barton School Travel Funding Guidelines

Professional Development Funds Professional development of faculty and staff is important to the execution of our mission, and for recruiting and retaining high performing faculty and staff. The School encourages professional development activities and provides financial support to faculty and staff. The following pertain to the purpose, allocation, and use …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/facultyandstaff/travelfundingguidelines.php

WSU Newsletters

The Journal of Contemporary Issues in Sport has released volume 1, issue 2

…excited to share the release of volume 1, issue 2, which was published Friday, Dec. 12. Readers are invited to explore the latest collection of scholarly work that aligns with our mission to bridge the gap between theory, practice and the evolving challenges faced by the sport industry. JCIS is a scholarly, semi-annual, peer-reviewed publication that caters …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/17/the-journal-of-contemporary-issues-in-sport-has-released-volume-1-issue-2/

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Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner Awards Grant Funds for Financial Literacy Education

Topeka, KS, December 15, 2025 – The Office of the State Bank Commissioner has awarded $241,550 in grant funds to eight Kansas organizations to provide financial literacy education throughout the state. The mission of the Office of the State Bank Commissioner (OSBC) is to “Ensure the integrity of regulated providers of financial services through responsible…

https://kcee.wichita.edu/2025/12/15/kansas-office-of-the-state-bank-commissioner-awards-grant-funds-for-financial-literacy-education/

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Applied learning highlight: Golam Morshed Khan

…and Support as a front desk student assistant, where he developed soft and technical skills. As part of Wichita State’s CARE Team, Student Outreach and Support’s mission is to support Shockers by providing resources and care. As a student assistant, Khan was the first connection between Shockers in need and the CARE Team, honing his soft skills in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/06/applied-learning-highlight-golam-morshed-khan/

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Advising

College of Education Advising (CEdA) For Appointments call (316) 978-3300, option 2. Mission: The Vision of the College of Education Advising Center is to collaborate with students as they define, plan, and achieve their educational and professional goals. Director: Emily StevensGraduation Coordinator/Administrative Specialist: Justin GordonUndergraduate…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/advising/About/Overview.php

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Faculty Senate Executive Committee recognized as the next recipient of Rick Rewards

…the faculty as the next recipient of Rick Rewards. The committee was celebrated for their commitment to shared governance and their ongoing work to support Wichita State’s mission through collaboration and faculty engagement. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of the campus community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/20/faculty-senate-executive-committee-recognized-as-the-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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Shocker grad leaving legacy of open doors

Scholarship recipients carry a special mission to help those who come after them, and social work graduate Ivan Castillo is doing just that. “Having someone invested in my education and success when they don’t even know me personally was so impactful,” said Ivan Castillo social work graduate. “These are people who give and say, ‘I may not know who you are,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/26/shocker-grad-leaving-legacy-of-open-doors/

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Alce su Voz’s Impacts Ripple Through Communities and Institutions

By Rachel Showstack, Marycarmen Cervantes, and Rommy Vargas-Bezubbikoff Alce su Voz’s mission, vision, and programs have all emerged over the past five years from community conversations. Now, we are beginning to learn how to facilitate community conversations to evaluate the impact of our activities. In March and June 2025, two groups of Spanish-speaking…

https://alcesuvoz.wichita.edu/2025/07/20/alce-su-vozs-impacts-ripple-through-communities-and-institutions/