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Welcome back, Shockers!

Hello, Shockers. I can’t wait to see all of you back on campus for the beginning of the 2024 academic year at Wichita State. We have a lot of exciting new buildings and areas on campus for you to explore, with some completed over the summer, including the Milly Marcus Annex at the Marcus Welcome Center — home of the Shocker Career Accelerator; the Shocker…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/19/welcome-back-shockers-8/

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De-stress from finals with sand art make and take event Dec. 3

Do finals have you stressed out? Join the Student Activities Council during Destress Fest week starting at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center and make some beautiful sand art by choosing variety of colors and jars to help relieve stress during finals week while supplies last.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/25/destress-from-finals-with-sand-art-make-and-take-event-dec-3/

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Baseball’s historic outing leads to win over Kansas State

Wichita State launched six home runs in a game for the first time in 25 years and got six scoreless innings from the bullpen, knocking off Kansas State 10-4 April 18 at Tointon Family Stadium. The win snaps an eight-game losing streak for the Shockers in Manhattan, giving WSU their first victory at Tointon Family Stadium since the 2012 season. The six…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/19/baseballs-historic-outing-leads-to-win-over-kansas-state/

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Josie Sloan, College of Health Professions

Josie Sloan is a first-generation college student who worked as bus driver for Wichita Public Schools while earning her degree in communication sciences and disorders. Josie is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2024 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/04/josie-sloan-college-of-health-professions/

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Submit a team for Songfest 2021

Songfest is back and better than ever! The first Team meeting for Songfest is 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15 at the Rhatigan Student Center (room 258). Songfest is an annual lip-sync competition. This year, the event will be hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life, but all studentsare welcome to enter a team into the competition.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/09/submit-a-team-for-songfest-2021/

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College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame

…visits to Australia and China, a cruise around Cuba, a Jane Austen themed trip to England, and visiting almost all the MLB stadiums (to be completed this summer). With over 25 years of professional experience, Bikki has held pivotal roles in internal audit and corporate services, making significant contributions on operational efficiency and strategic…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/dean/halloffame.php

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Lilith Samples, Fairmount College

Following time at another university, Lilith Samples realized her hometown of Wichita was where she belonged and is now the first in her family to graduate from college. While at Wichita State University, she was able to work at the Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology in Neff Hall and hopes to continue in the profession after graduating.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/13/lilith-samples-fairmount-college/

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Yuki To, College of Health Professions

Yuki To is a first-gen student at Wichita State University who is currently graduating with her degree in health science, and with the help of the scholarships available to her at Wichita State, she is graduating debt free. She made sure to spend time on extracurricular activities and develop connections with other Shockers. Her advice to her peers: “Don’t…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/10/yuki-to-college-of-health-professions/

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WSU Ceramics Guild is hosting its annual holiday sale

The WSU Ceramics Guild is hosting its annual holiday sale, which will start from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 in the first floor atrium of McKnight Art Center. There will be live music, food, and refreshments. The sale will continue from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 and Thursday, Nov. 21, and 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 22. Come do some holiday…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/15/wsu-ceramics-guild-is-hosting-its-annual-holiday-sale/

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Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with fellow Shockers on campus

…Indigenous Student Collective and Student Engagement & Belonging invite you to join them at in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Come learn from faculty, staff and students about the significance of Indigenous Peoples Day and enjoy a special performance by Young…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/04/celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-with-fellow-shockers-on-campus/

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Grab your Wichita State Shockers city flag at women’s basketball game Nov. 13

Shocker women’s basketball hosts Missouri State at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Charles Koch Arena, and the first 250 fans will receive a Wichita State Shocker city skyline flag for Wichita Proud Night. Tickets can be purchased online in advance at goshockers.com/tickets or at the Shocker Ticket Office on game day. Take advantage of the special Wichita Proud…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/12/grab-your-wichita-state-shockers-city-flag-at-womens-basketball-game-nov-13/

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Students invited to Mid-Semester Coffee & Check-In Oct. 9

Help support students during the mid-semester slump. Encourage them to stop by the first floor of Ablah Library from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 9 for free coffee and a chance to connect with their success team. This is an opportunity for all students to check-in and grab some swag while they’re at the library. Let’s work together to help them finish the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/02/students-invited-to-mid-semester-coffee-check-in-oct-9/

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Grab your Wichita State Shockers city flag at women’s basketball game Nov. 13

Shocker women’s basketball hosts Missouri State at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Charles Koch Arena, and the first 250 fans will receive a Wichita State Shocker city skyline flag for Wichita Proud Night. Wichita State students can grab their tickets at the game at no additional charge, with their Shocker IDs, in the Shocker Ticket Office beginning when doors …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/12/grab-your-wichita-state-shockers-city-flag-at-womens-basketball-game-nov-13-2/

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Flu vaccines will be available for staff, faculty and students pop-up clinic Nov. 12

Student Health is hosting a pop-up flu vaccine clinic for the WSU community from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 on the first floor lobby of the Shocker Success Center. Staff, faculty and students are encouraged to come get vaccinated. If you have insurance, bring your insurance card; flu vaccine and administration fees may be free with WSU employee…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/08/flu-vaccines-will-be-available-for-staff-faculty-and-students-at-rsc-pop-up-clinic-nov-12/

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Flu vaccines will be available for staff, faculty and students pop-up clinic Nov. 12

Student Health is hosting a pop-up flu vaccine clinic for the WSU community from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 on the first floor lobby of the Shocker Success Center. Staff, faculty and students are encouraged to come get vaccinated. If you have insurance, bring your insurance card; flu vaccine and administration fees may be free with WSU employee…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/12/flu-vaccines-will-be-available-for-staff-faculty-and-students-pop-up-clinic-nov-12/

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Kansas Applied Learning Funds: AY 2026 application open

Wichita State is excited to announce that the State of Kansas Applied Learning Funds are now open for applications for the fiscal year 2026. Who can apply? WSU 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 the funding…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/05/kansas-applied-learning-funds-ay-2026-application-open/

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NIAR and Erickson Precision Ventures unveil inaugural aircraft conversion program

Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) WERX and Erickson Precision Ventures LLC announced their first collaborative passenger to freighter (P2F) conversion program of an Airbus 321. In May, the duo announced a collaborative agreement to perform as many as 24 conversions per year beginning in 2023, including modification, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/22/niar-and-erickson-precision-ventures-unveil-inaugural-aircraft-conversion-program/

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Aracely Martinez, Barton School

Aracely Martinez is a first-gen student in the United States at Wichita State University. Despite the challenges facing her moving from Paraguay to a new country, she took that as an opportunity to grow. She recommends other students look at the opportunities available to them while still in school to propel themselves into successful careers. Aracely is one…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/02/aracely-martinez-barton-school/

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De-stress with therapy dogs during finals week

…Support Services (DSS) at TRIO and WSU Libraries invite you to PAWS & Relax with therapy dogs from Love on a Leash during finals week from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 10 and 11 on the first floor of the Ablah Library. Love on a Leash sends the departments different teams of volunteer therapy dogs and their handlers for each PAWS & Relax event. They will post…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/04/de-stress-with-therapy-dogs-during-finals-week/

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Dr. Bobby Berry leads inclusive excellence and student-centered initiatives in the College of Applied Studies

…Dr. Bobby Berry is fostering an inclusive, student-centered environment at the College of Applied Studies. His work focuses on reducing barriers, supporting underserved and first-generation students and enhancing engagement through initiatives like the Trailblazers Program, revitalized student groups and innovative advising practices. Berry’s efforts,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/15/dr-bobby-berry-leads-inclusive-excellence-and-student-centered-initiatives-in-the-college-of-applied-studies/