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Support your peers in Shocker volleyball with Jam the Gym and Yellow Out

Jam the Gym and Yellow Out the Roundhouse for Shocker volleyball at 7 p.m. Friday Sept. 20. The first 500 fans at Charles Koch Arena will receive a yellow Shocker volleyball T-shirt. And don’t forget to grab your tickets for the game at no additional charge with your Shocker ID, thanks to the Student Government Association. Tickets will be available at the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/17/support-your-peers-in-shocker-volleyball-with-jam-the-gym-and-yellow-out/

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Spring 2024 nursing graduates achieve 98% pass rate on licensure exam

Kudos to the spring 2024 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates, who achieved a 98% pass rate on the NCLEX licensure exam on their first attempt, surpassing the national average pass rate. Congratulations to the hardworking students, faculty and staff. A pass rate of this magnitude is an outstanding accomplishment, and a testament to the exceptional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/23/spring-2024-nursing-graduates-achieve-98-pass-rate-on-licensure-exam/

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Attend the Study Abroad Fair Oct. 2

The annual Study Abroad Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Come to learn more about study abroad programs, scholarships and more. There will be over 20 tables set up with information and have students on hand to share about their experiences. For those who attend, they can be entered …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/10/attend-the-study-abroad-fair-oct-2/

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Apply to be a Passage 2 Success mentor by March 1

Shockers are encouraged to apply to be a Passage 2 Success Mentor for the summer and next school year term, an opportunity to help diverse backgrounds transition to Wichita State. The program will be hosted the week before classes begin. The group of leaders will ensure that Passage 2 Success is operated smoothly and efficiently as possible. This year, the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/21/apply-to-be-a-passage-2-success-mentor-by-march-1/

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University budget update following legislative session

Following the recent signing of the state budget by Gov. Laura Kelly, Wichita State is moving forward on several priorities impacted by this year’s legislative session. The state appropriated a 2.5%, or $1.7 million, pool to help Wichita State University address market-based compensation. These funds will be distributed based on market-based compensation…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/17/university-budget-update-following-legislative-session/

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Back to Business Bash Information

Back to Business Bash August 26 & 2711 AM to 2 PMWooley Hall Atrium HOSTED BY THE BUSINESS STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER EXCLUSIVELY FOR BARTON SCHOOL STUDENTS Connect with fellow Barton School students, faculty and staff while learning about student organizations. Enjoy a day filled with fun activities and music. 12:00 PM - Candy Bar from the Office of Career and …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/deans_ambassadors/bizbash.php

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2026-27 Team

Josef Schuller Team Captain Brett Sirkel Chief Engineer Logan Grilliot Business Director Joe Westerman Shop Director Henry Howell Treasurer Dr. Rajeev Nair Faculty Advisor Mason Salmond Aerodynamics James Unruh Composites Audrie Abe Chassis Bethany Johnson Cockpit & Controls Ben Coke Electrical, IT/OPS Henry Howell Powertrain Zach Chew Suspension & Brakes

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mechanical_engineering/students/formula-sae/2026-2027-team.php

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WSU Math Circle for middle school students resumes regular meetings for fall semester

WSU Math Circle resumes its weekly meetings, with the first starting at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15 in 372 Jabara Hall. Math Circle is a program for middle school students. Math Circles are education enrichment and outreach groups that bring mathematicians and mathematical scientists into direct contact with pre-college students. These students meet with math…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/10/wsu-math-circle-for-middle-school-students-resumes-regular-meetings-for-fall-semester/

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Clayton Staples Gallery presents ‘A World Away,’ exploring the implications of ‘place’ and shared experiences

The Clayton Staples Gallery’s first exhibition of the fall semester, “A World Away,” will be on view from Aug. 26 to Oct. 10. Located in 205 McKnight Art Center, “A World Away” is a collaboration between artists Jessica “JB” Burke and Kariann Fuqua. Together, Burke and Fuqua create a dialogue that navigates the complexities and implications of “place,” using…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/23/clayton-staples-gallery-presents-a-world-away-exploring-the-implications-of-place-and-shared-experiences/

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Still have questions about voting? The Shockers Vote Coalition can help

The Shockers Vote coalition will be hosting a series of upcoming voter registration drives from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 24 and 26 and Oct. 9 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Stop by to check your registration, register to vote and sign-up to receive reminders about voting. While you are there, you can also learn about ways you can get…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/17/still-have-questions-about-voting-the-shockers-vote-coalition-can-help/

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Women’s bowling now an NCAA sport at Wichita State

…an NCAA program under Shocker Athletics. They will compete as an affiliate member of Conference USA. Current women’s bowling coach Holly Harris will serve as the program’s first NCAA Division I women’s head coach. The Wichita State men’s bowling program will remain a sport supported by the Rhatigan Student Center as the NCAA doesn’t sponsor men’s …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/01/womens-bowling-now-an-ncaa-sport-at-wichita-state/

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Faculty, it’s time to submit exam information forms

…begin submitting your Test Information Forms for your students who utilize the Office of Student Accommodations & Testing (OSAT) for exams. You do not need to wait for your first exam to submit the forms. Forms are necessary for students to make appointments in a timely manner. You can access the online form on the OSAT website. You may use same…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/03/faculty-its-time-to-submit-exam-information-forms/

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Join Quiet Time meditations today

Quiet Time meets at 2 p.m. every Tuesday for two short meditations: The first meditation starts a little after 2 p.m., and the second starts around 2:15 p.m. Come for either or both. These mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) meditations are offered by a certified workplace mindfulness facilitator from the Office of Instructional Resources (OIR) and are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/04/join-quiet-time-meditations-today/

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Cessna Stadium renovation begins soon, parking lot to close for summer

On June 1, Wichita State University begins its multi-year capital improvement plan to renovate Cessna Stadium into a state-of-the-art home for university, athletic and community events and the Kansas State High School Track and Field Championship. Parking on the east side of Cessna Stadium will be affected beginning June 1. No classes are scheduled this…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/04/cessna-stadium-renovation-to-begin-parking-lot-to-close-for-summer/

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Come out to the second annual Shockers Got Talent

The second annual Shockers Got Talent will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 28 in the CAC Theater. This year’s show will feature 12 amazing student acts including singers, pianists and cultural dances. The top three winners will receive scholarships in the amounts of $1,000, $800, and $500 respectively. 2025 Shockers Got Talent acts: Sena, performing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/24/come-out-to-the-second-annual-shockers-got-talent/

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Donor generosity supports 100+ programs on Founders’ Day of Giving

Wichita State’s first annual Founders’ Day of Giving saw more than 600 people come together to support what they love at WSU, bringing together our campus, community and all of Shocker Nation. More than $186,000 was given to support 106 different programs across campus, from athletic teams to student support offices. Several donors supported programs through…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/22/donor-generosity-supports-100-programs-on-founders-day-of-giving/

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ITS to launch updated myWSU platform Aug. 5

Starting Monday, Aug. 5, Information Technology Services (ITS) will roll out a revamped myWSU portal. This upgrade is the first step on the road toward a modernized myWSU portal experience. Here’s what’s new and improved: Mobile-friendly design: Access myWSU seamlessly on your smartphone or tablet with no more pinching and zooming. Sleeker interface: The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/22/its-to-launch-updated-mywsu-platform-aug-5/

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Registration

Register Conference Home Course Type Attendee Type Price Notes Principles Course State Representative $545 Includes required Principles Course book Principles Course Industry Representative $790 Includes required Principles Course book Advanced Course State Representative $450 Does not include Principles Course book Advanced Course Industry Representative…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/conferences/WPTC/register.php

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Happy holidays, Shockers

As the year draws to a close, Wichita State has so much to celebrate, including each of you. I want to thank all of you for everything you do each day and your commitment to Shocker Nation. I hope you thoroughly enjoy your time off and come back next year rested and invigorated. Go Shockers! President Rick Muma

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/13/happy-holidays-shockers-2/

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SHS soon to provide new COVID booster shots

…to the campus community. In accordance with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, no other COVID boosters are available at this time. For information on receiving first or second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, email heather.stafford@wichita.edu. For more information, go to the SHS website. The Sedgwick County Health Department will continue to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/06/shs-temporarily-suspending-walk-in-vaccine-clinic/