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Registration for Wu’s Big Event is now open

Join WSU’s largest one-day volunteer event, Wu’s Big Event, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 7. This year’s event will bring together 300 of your fellow shockers for a morning of volunteering together. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, a T-shirt and transportation to and from volunteer event. For more information about Wu’s Big Event or any other…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/29/registration-for-wus-big-event-is-now-open/

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Graduate Student Council fall 2023 elections is now open

The Graduate Student Council is holding its annual elections to elect new councilors for the 2023-24 academic year, opened until 11:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15. The council is comprised of student representatives from all recognized graduate colleges who are responsible for advocating for the educational, professional and social needs of graduate students at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/14/graduate-student-council-fall-2023-elections-is-now-open/

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Judges requested for annual SEAL awards

…Advocacy & Leadership (SEAL) is seeking judges for the following annual award competitions: Greek Awards Shocker Leadership Awards Undergraduate and Graduate Student Leader of the Year It needs help from faculty and staff to judge presentations and interviews for all the Shockers at the awards. The deadline to apply is by Friday, March 17. For questions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/01/judges-requested-for-annual-seal-awards/

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Applications open for Student Ambassador Society

Wichita State’s Student Ambassador Society (SAS) is accepting applications for the 2023-24 academic year. SAS, supported by the Office of Admissions, is a community of selfless, hardworking and involved students from all areas of campus who seek to give back to WSU through service to others. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on March 1. For more…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/03/applications-open-for-student-ambassador-society/

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Join in on Joyful at Shocker Dining Hall

The biggest dining event of the season is back from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 at Shocker Dining Hall. This year’s Joyful is a fall harvest festival with local vendors like Chunky Poodle Cookies, WSU catering’s flower shop, Prairie Fire Coffee and the local General Mill rep serving up samples. Fresh produce will also be available to purchase. All…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/18/join-in-on-joyful-at-shocker-dining/

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Join Cohen Honors College for general assembly, barbecue

…consider attending the Honors College General Assembly from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 14 in the Shocker Hall plaza to celebrate with the Cohen Honors College the end of the year accomplishments and updates, presented by Dr. Kimberly Engber, dean of the Honors College.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/12/join-cohen-honors-college-for-general-assembly-barbecue-2/

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Join Cohen Honors College for general assembly, barbecue

…consider attending the Honors College General Assembly from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 14 in the Shocker Hall plaza to celebrate with the Cohen Honors College the end of the year accomplishments and updates, presented by Dr. Kimberly Engber, dean of the Honors College.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/31/join-cohen-honors-college-for-general-assembly-barbecue/

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Welcome back, Shockers!

…students and support of our community inspires me every day. My hope is that each of you will take with you the excitement and energy that comes with the start of this school year and use that to push you forward throughout the semester. Go Shockers!

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/15/welcome-back-shockers-6/

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Nominate students for a resident assistant position

…residents in developing a positive community environment through the building of strong and intentional relationships with residents. Housing is hiring for the 2023-24 academic year. If you know a student looking for an excellent leadership experience, nominate them by filling out this form. The deadline for students to apply is 11:59 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/18/nominate-students-for-a-resident-assistant-position/

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Campus visitor guides are available

…request at no additional charge. They are particularly helpful if to share with students, campus or Wichita visitors, or with prospective students. These guides are updated once a year and include information on nearly every aspect of WSU. These guides can be delivered via campus mail or be delivered to an office. Contact Garrett Rupp in the Office of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/09/campus-visitor-guides-are-available/

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Gender and sexuality conference seeking presenters

It’s a new year and a new opportunity to share research and scholarship at the 10th annual Gender & Sexuality conference on March 10 in the Rhatigan Student Center. Submissions are now being accepted. Students, staff and faculty are invited to submit work in all disciplines for either a traditional oral presentation or a short workshop format. The deadline…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/06/present-gender-and-sexuality-focused-scholarship-at-conference/

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Keep track of upcoming parking lot closures

Lot 20, west of Wilner Auditorium, will be closed from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 for the 50-year Golden Graduate President’s Welcome Reception. All vehicles will need to be out of the lot prior to 4 p.m. Lot 41, outside Woolsey Hall, will also be closed Thursday, Oct. 5 all day for multiple events at Woolsey. Stalls that are normally open parking for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/keep-track-of-upcoming-parking-lot-closures/

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Applications open for Recruitment Faculty Fellows

Faculty members with an interest in recruiting future Shockers should apply to become a Recruitment Faculty Fellow. Applications for the 2023-24 academic year are open through Friday, April 28. Recruitment Faculty Fellows work in partnership with the Office of Admissions to recruit new students to the university. The Faculty Fellows engage in both in-person …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/06/applications-open-for-recruitment-faculty-fellows/

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Be aware of drivers and pedestrians on campus

Shockers, with more people on the WSU campus each year, there are naturally more people traveling to and from classes, offices and events. Drivers should drive the proper speed throughout campus: 20 mph on streets, 15 mph in parking lots and 10 mph in the parking garage. Please stop for pedestrians crossing the road and always be prepared to stop at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/04/be-aware-of-drivers-pedestrians-on-campus/

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WSU alumnus honors his mother’s passion for education

Wichita State University sees many returning adult and nontraditional students each year, and after graduating in 1971, Ed Vega thought about one day doing something to help them. Today, Vega wants to honor the pursuit of education his mother inspired in him by designating a planned gift in her name toward a scholarship for women who are returning adult…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-alumnus-honors-his-mothers-passion-for-education/

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Department of Social Work is accepting applications for its MSW program

…the change,” social work may be the right path for that goal. Wichita State’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program is accepting additional applications for the 2023-24 school year through Saturday, April 1. The program is open to all majors and has both full- and part-time schedule options. MSW students go on to work in mental health, forensics, health care, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/department-of-social-work-is-accepting-applications-for-its-msw-program/

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Engage ICT to discuss education issues currently in legislature

There are a lot of education-related topics before the legislature this year, some of which could have significant impacts, but aren’t making headlines. Come to Engage ICT at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 at Roxy’s Downtown, 412 E Douglas Ave, for the discussion, “Taxes and Education: Kids get what we pay for,” and find out what’s going to be up for a vote, and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/01/engage-ict-presents-taxes-and-education-kids-get-what-we-pay-for/

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Volunteers needed for the Science Olympiad State Tournament

… campus to participate in the Science Olympiad State Tournament on Saturday, April 1 to determine the state representatives for the National Tournament in May — also at WSU this year. Many volunteers are needed to help make the event possible, and tasks range from administrative duties, running errands and judging individual events. The tournament lasts all …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/20/volunteers-needed-for-the-science-olympiad-state-tournament/

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Severe weather preparedness drill scheduled for March 7

WSU will participate in the annual statewide severe weather preparedness drill. The annual drill this year is at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 7. If the weather is clear, all severe weather sirens in Sedgwick County will go off at that time. When the severe weather sirens sound, proceed to your designated severe weather shelter area. Emergency Building Coordinators…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/03/nationwide-severe-weather-preparedness-drill-scheduled-for-march-7/

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Mortar Board Honor Society accepting applications

…college senior honor society that encourages scholarship, leadership and community service — is seeking nominations for its Wichita State chapter for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Wichita State chapter promotes Reading is Leading, hosts an annual book drive, and reads to children at local elementary schools. The Mortar Board accepts students of junior …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/21/mortar-board-honor-society-accepting-applications/