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FARE invites early-career faculty to give feedback to improve the faculty on-boarding process

The WSU Office of Faculty Advancement, Retention, and Excellence (FARE) is working to create a better experience for new faculty adjusting to their positions at WSU, and it needs your help to make that happen. FARE would like to hear about the experiences of early-career faculty who have been at WSU fewer than seven years, both tenure track and non-tenure…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/08/fare-invites-early-career-faculty-to-give-feedback-to-improve-the-faculty-on-boarding-process/

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WSU Fire Safety will be conducting annual fire alarm testing during the month of September

WSU Fire Safety and its vendor will conduct required annual fire alarm inspections and testing starting at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7. Testing will continue through the remainder of September or until all the fire alarm systems have been tested. Testing for most buildings will be done during the evening and overnight hours. There is no schedule for when a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/04/wsu-fire-safety-will-be-conducting-annual-fire-alarm-testing-during-the-month-of-september/

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Learn more about affiliated research programs with UReCA

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA) to learn about the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program, First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) and K-IMBRE programs by listening to students currently participating in them. The event is at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. RSVP by emailing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/learn-more-about-affiliated-research-programs-with-ureca/

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Seeking participants for a research study

Purpose of the study: To establish reverse number counting and Cued Stroop normative performance values when using the Sway mobile application. Procedures: Participants reaction time and cognitive function will be tested using the Sway application on a mobile device. Time: Participation is a one-time commitment lasting approximately 15-20 minutes. Inclusion …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/seeking-participants-for-a-research-study/

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Join the Community Service Board volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse

Join the Community Service Board for volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. Volunteers will help with sorting and organizing food that will be distributed throughout Kansas through various initiatives offered by the Kansas Food Bank. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu,

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/join-the-community-service-board-volunteering-at-the-kansas-food-bank-warehouse-text-for-podcast/

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Learn more about affiliated research programs with UReCA

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA) to learn about the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program, First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) and K-IMBRE programs by listening to students currently participating in them. The event is at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. RSVP by emailing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/learn-more-about-affiliated-research-programs-with-ureca-2/

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Stay weather aware while on campus

Throughout the day, be sure to remain aware of weather forecasts and prepare accordingly when arriving, departing or remaining on campus. In the event of a sudden change in weather, such as rainfall, most buildings on campus are open during the school day for temporary shelter. The campus community is encouraged to sign up to the ShockerAlert system, which…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/stay-weather-aware-while-on-campus/

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There is still time to register for WSU’s largest one day volunteer event

Join WSU’s largest one day volunteer event with Wu’s Big Event Sept. 20. Join your fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Individuals, groups, organizations and students are all invited to attend. Check-in for Wu’s Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. The kick-off will begin at 9 a.m. in the 305/306 Rhatigan Student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/there-is-still-time-to-register-for-wsus-largest-one-day-volunteer-event/

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Test your luck at Big Bingo Sept. 5

Win big at Big Bingo with Student Activities Council (SAC), which is giving away big prizes, from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 in the Charles Koch Arena Practice Gym. In the past, students have won a Quest VR headset, GoTrax electric scooter, small kitchen appliances, board games, dorm room supplies and much more. Admission is free and anyone can play, but…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/test-your-luck-at-big-bingo-sept-5-2/

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Attend Faculty Fridays with OSAT and WSU Testing

Meet with the Office of Student Accommodations and Testing (OSAT) testing coordinator to discuss proctoring. Come with any concerns you may have about testing options for your courses, and OSAT is excited to answer questions, set up facility tours and engage with faculty. Faculty Fridays will be every first Friday of the month with sessions at 9 a.m. and 3…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/attend-faculty-fridays-with-osat-and-wsu-testing/

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Join a Conversation Cafe with Shockers Vote

Are you looking for a way to meet others and engage in meaningful conversations? Join the Shockers Vote coalition for one of their upcoming Conversation Cafes. Upcoming Cafes will be held on the following dates: 4-5 p.m. Aug. 27 at the RSC Starbucks Café 3-4 p.m. Sept. 24 at Fairmount Coffee 11 a.m.-noon Oct. 10 at Woolsey Hall 1-2 p.m. Nov. 21 at the RSC…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/27/join-a-conversation-cafe-with-shockers-vote/

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Stop by the Volunteer Fair on Sept. 5

Are you curious about volunteering, but not sure where to start? Stop by the Volunteer Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. More than thirty nonprofit organizations will be on hand to answer questions about their work and how you can get involved. While you are there, if you visit with five…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/25/stop-by-the-volunteer-fair-on-sept-5/

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Test your luck at Big Bingo Sept. 5

Win big at Big Bingo with Student Activities Council (SAC), which is giving away big prizes, from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 in the Charles Koch Arena Practice Gym. In the past, students have won a Quest VR headset, GoTrax electric scooter, small kitchen appliances, board games, dorm room supplies and much more. Admission is free and anyone can play, but…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/22/test-your-luck-at-big-bingo-sept-5/

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Discover the Secrets of Ablah Library Sept. 5 and 9

Explore the library’s secrets at noon Friday, Sept. 5 or 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. Meet by the Circulation Desk for a tour of: The 24-Hour Study Room and other study areas The Tech Hub And other services, collections and spaces throughout Ablah Library After the tour, in room 217 Ablah Library, participants will: Explore the library website Locate online…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/21/discover-the-secrets-of-ablah-library-sept-5-and-9/

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Shocker Assist is available to students with disabilities

Starting Aug. 18, Parking Services will provide mobility rides for students with disabilities. The program is called Shocker Assist, and its hours of the service will be from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday. The change in hours should help with students getting to their classes earlier in the morning and will help with getting to their evening…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/shocker-assist-is-available-to-students-with-disabilities-2/

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Multidisciplinary Research Project Awards (MURPA) proposals are due by Oct. 3 to the Office of Research

Proposals are due to the Office of Research for Multidisciplinary Research Project Awards (MURPA) no later than 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3. The MURPA opportunity provides funding of up to $7,500 for faculty projects that involve two or more investigators from different disciplines that focus different perspectives and capabilities on complex problems that…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/multidisciplinary-research-project-awards-murpa-proposals-are-due-by-oct-3-to-the-office-of-research/

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University Research/Creative Award (URCA) proposals are due by Oct. 3 to the Office of Research

Proposals are due to the Office of Research for University Research/Creative Award (URCA) projects no later than 5 p.m. Oct. 3. The URCA opportunity provides funding of up to $4,500 for faculty to retool or reestablish productive research/creative projects or as seed money to develop pilot data where external funding is available. Proposers must work with a …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/university-research-creative-award-urca-proposals-are-due-by-oct-3-to-the-office-of-research/

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Shocker Assist is available to students with disabilities

Starting Aug. 18, Parking Services will provide mobility rides for students with disabilities. The program is called Shocker Assist, and its hours of the service will be from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday. The change in hours should help with students getting to their classes earlier in the morning and will help with getting to their evening…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/18/shocker-assist-is-available-to-students-with-disabilities/

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Help make a difference and apply for the 2025-26 PASS mentors

Promoting Academic Student Success (PASS) is starting off another academic year and looking for first year students to join. In short, PASS includes paired mentorship with a returning student, bi-weekly workshops and quality social opportunities. This semester’s schedule will start Aug. 26 and will go through Nov. 11. Most programming will take place from 10…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/13/help-make-a-difference-and-apply-for-the-2025-26-pass-mentors/

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Student Engagement & Belonging is hosting Meet the Greeks

Curious about Fraternity and Sorority Life at WSU? From 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15 in the courtyard of Shocker Hall, come out to Meet the Greeks for your one-stop event to connect with all the fraternities and sororities on campus. Whether you’re looking for leadership opportunities, community service, academic support or just a new group of friends who…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/13/student-engagement-belonging-is-hosting-meet-the-greeks/