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WSU Community Engagement Institute invites campus to Rising to the Challenge virtual workshop series

The WSU Community Engagement Institute (CEI) invites the campus community to its Rising to the Challenge spring 2024 virtual workshop series. Join one, several or all of the spring 2024 interactive workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention. All five, 60-minute sessions are open to everyone at no charge, where you will get the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/19/wsu-community-engagement-institute-invites-campus-to-rising-to-the-challenge-virtual-workshop-series/

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Register to attend WSU Community Engagement Institute’s Rising to the Challenge virtual workshops

The WSU Community Engagement Institute invites the campus community to join one, several or all of its fall 2023 Rising to the Challenge interactive workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention. The hour long sessions are each at 11 a.m. and are open to everyone at no additional charge: The Power of Silence with Patricia Houston …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/12/register-to-attend-wsu-community-engagement-institutes-rising-to-the-challenge-virtual-workshops/

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Provost Shirley Lefever invites community to launch of WSU Wellness Initiative

Come hear how everyone can enhance the wellbeing of the community with the launch of the WSU Wellness Initiative from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 in the Woolsey Hall auditorium, or watch on YouTube. Help Wichita State lead in the promotion of community wellness both on and off campus. Lunch will be provided by the Office of the Vice President for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/provost-shirley-lefever-invites-community-to-launch-of-wsu-wellness-initiative/

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Wellness promotion for the campus and community: Dr. Fishwick’s applied learning experience

…violence education programming, a primary prevention technique used to combat the public health crisis of intimate partner violence. Fishwick earned her doctoral degree in community psychology in May 2025. During her time at WSU, Fishwick applied her knowledge and expertise while working for the Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/21/wellness-promotion-for-the-campus-and-community-dr-fishwicks-applied-learning-experience/

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Volunteer with the Community Service Board at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse

Join the Community Service Board at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse from 10 a.m. to noon March 6. 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. Sign up on Volunteer ICT. For questions…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/17/volunteer-with-the-community-service-board-at-the-kansas-food-bank-warehouse/

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WSU employees receive discount on Community Education classes

The spring 2023 Community Education guide has been released, and WSU employees get 10% off all Community Education classes excluding day trips. To register for a class, call 316-978-3731.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/01/wsu-employees-receive-discount-on-community-education-classes/

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Join Community Service Board general meetings

Join the Community Service Board for its weekly meetings to learn more about volunteering, tour local nonprofits, participate in community service projects and have fun. Meetings are held at 3:30 p.m. every Thursday in 142 Rhatigan Student Center.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/19/join-community-service-board-general-meetings/

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Academic, specialized and faculty advisors are invited to join an Advising Community of Practice for upcoming academic year

…shared learning and innovation in advising practices in a specific topic. For the 2026-27 academic year, the following Advising CoPs will be offered: The AI and Advising Community of Practice will provide a space for advisors to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in advising, share innovative practices, and consider ethical and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/08/11/academic-specialized-and-faculty-advisors-are-invited-to-join-an-advising-community-of-practice-for-upcoming-academic-year/

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The Lord’s Diner looking for volunteers through Community Service Board

Join the Community Service Board in serving a meal at the Lord’s Diner. The Lord’s Diner provides free meals to the community 365 days a year. Volunteer duties may include serving food, bussing dishes, refilling drinks, dining hall clean-up and washing dishes. The spring 2023 volunteer dates and times are 5-8 p.m. Feb. 8, March 8 and April 12. For questions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/13/volunteers-requested-at-the-lords-diner/

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HealthHum hosting panel: ‘Indigenous Voices in Health: A Community Conversation’

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Academic Center for Biomedical and Health Humanities (HealthHum) presents its next panel on “Indigenous Voices in Health: A Community Conversation” at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. The panel: “Community Engagement for Better Health Outcomes in Native American…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/04/healthhum-hosting-panel-indigenous-voices-in-health-a-community-conversation/

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Words With a Wise Guy Episode #15: Drew Mahin, Cloud County Community College

…of international athletes and they are trying to figure out the best path forward. (12:05) Drew reflects back on winning national titles and what it has meant to the program and community. (16:12) Both Drew and John talk about how being at a small school can force you to be creative and, ultimately, better as an athlete.

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/words-with-a-wise-guy-episode-15-drew-mahin-cloud-county-community-college/

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Join the Shocker Teaching Community of Practice

The Shocker Teaching Community of Practice is available for all who teach at WSU (tenured, tenure-track and non-tenure track faculty, adjunct faculty, GTAs, etc.). The Shocker Teaching Community of Practice, rooted in the Student Experience Project created by the Association of Public & Land-Grant Universities and the Coalition of Urban-Serving Universities,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/29/join-the-shocker-teaching-community-of-practice-2/

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Mental Health Is a Community Issue

Mental Health Is a Community Issue Misty Bruckner 06/02/2022 09:21:03 AM Mental health is something that is close to my heart, personally, and to the mission of the PPMC. In addition to May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we’ve experienced two years of a global pandemic – discussing mental health awareness and support is at the forefront now more than…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2022-06-02-mental-health-community.php

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Wichita State senior learns how to help community through grant proposal | Wichita State News

Wichita State senior learns how to help community through grant proposal Paul Suellentrop 10/14/2022 09:22:07 AM Oct. 14, 2022 - Savannah Paschal, a senior Spanish education major at Wichita State, wrote a proposal that helped Alce su voz earn a $75,000 Building Power and Equity Partnership grant from the Kansas Health Foundation. The grant will support…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/10-oct/showstack_4.php

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WSU researcher advocates for a community approach to stop bullying | Wichita State News

WSU researcher advocates for a community approach to stop bullying Sara Ornelas, Marketing Content Strategist 08/09/2021 04:28:00 PM Aug. 9, 2021 — Multidimensional support systems are the key to preventing bullying and cyberbullying and can help lessen the psychosocial side effects of being a victim of bullying, according to a study done by one Wichita…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/08-aug/bullying_3.php

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Continue education with community education classes

What interests you? Wichita State offers a variety of Community Education classes including art history, Adobe Photoshop and fly fishing. Learn more about your interests while connecting with other members of the community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/24/continue-education-with-community-education-classes/

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WSU faculty member goes above and beyond to serve Wichita’s Peruvian community

…accessible to immigrants, del Águila coordinated with the office to facilitate their travels, making hotel reservations and communicating with the Peruvian community in Wichita to spread the word. “Community organization is essential for immigrants,” said del Águila. “So, the more people who know about the resources at their disposal, the better.” Del…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsu-faculty-member-goes-above-and-beyond-to-serve-wichitas-peruvian-community/

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Interested in volunteering? Attend a community service board meeting

Join Wichita State’s Community Service Board (CSB) and learn about different ways to get involved in the community 3:30-5 p.m. Thursdays at 142 Rhatigan Student Center. The weekly meetings allow guests to learn about volunteer opportunities, participate in or tour nonprofits and participate in service projects. For more information, contact CSB@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/30/interested-in-volunteering-attend-a-community-service-board-meeting/

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Save-the-date for Kansas Community Health Worker Symposium

The Kansas Community Health Community Worker Symposium will take place 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9 at the Rhatigan Student Center (third floor). The keynote speaker will be Dr. Edward P. Ehlinger, Master of Science in Public health, former Minnesota commissioner of health, and past president of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials. For more…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/13/save-the-date-for-kansas-community-health-worker-symposium/

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You’re invited to Community Engagement Institute fall 2025 ‘Rising to the Challenge’ virtual workshop series

The Community Engagement Institute invites you to join one, several or all the fall 2025 interactive and free workshops centered on building stronger teams and communities through appreciation Nov. 12-Dec. 17. All five 60-minute sessions start at 11 a.m. and are open to everyone: Self-Talk: Appreciation for Ourselves Solution-Focused Problem Solving…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/12/youre-invited-to-community-engagement-institute-fall-2025-rising-to-the-challenge-virtual-workshop-series/