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Volleyball hosts Charlotte Sept. 23

Shocker volleyball hosts its first American Athletic Conference opponent of the 2023 season when they face Charlotte at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 in Charles Koch Arena. Students receive admission to the match at no additional charge by presenting their Shocker ID at the Shocker Ticket Office.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/21/volleyball-hosts-charlotte-sept-23/

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WSU announces retirement of longtime radio voice Mike Kennedy

Shocker Athletics announced that Mike Kennedy, the legendary play-by-play “Voice of the Shockers,” will retire at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, marking the close of a historic 46-year broadcasting career with the program. Kennedy began calling Shocker men’s basketball full time during the storied 1980-81 Elite Eight season and has since become one of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/14/wsu-announces-retirement-of-longtime-radio-voice-mike-kennedy/

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University budget update

Dear Shocker community, Welcome back to a new semester at Wichita State. I hope you had a restful break and meaningful time with family and friends. As we begin a new semester, our work continues with clear priorities, a shared sense of purpose and a commitment to steady progress. In December I shared that as part of the university’s budget planning for the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/university-budget-update/

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Ellen Abbey

Ellen Abbey, director of Shocker Printing & Promo Solutions, was featured in “Ellen Abbey: A Lasting Legacy of Customer Service” in In-Plant Impressions, a national industry publication, as part of a monthly series highlighting leaders in print management.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/07/ellen-abbey/

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Kick off the weekend with the Braeburn Patio Party

…Patio Party from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 at Braeburn Square on the Innovation Campus. This casual and fun-filled gathering promises an unforgettable evening to connect with Shocker Nation. Enjoy deals from our vendors, food trucks, games and music. Students in attendance will receive a ticket for a free treat of their choice from one of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/03/kick-off-the-weekend-with-the-braeburn-patio-party/

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Celebrate National Transfer Student Week with a story from one of our students

Wichita State is proud to celebrate National Student Transfer Week (Oct. 20-24) by recognizing the diverse journeys of all Shocker transfer students. WSU is kicking off the week by sharing the story of Kristen Knott, a health management online student who’s living out the very lesson she’s always taught her children: there’s no single timeline for success,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/20/celebrate-national-transfer-student-week-with-a-story-from-one-of-our-students/

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Join an evening of bowling, billiards, pizza and fun

Join the Fairmount College Student Advisory Council and the Office of Student Success for some “Fun Before Finals!” from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in the lower level of the Rhatigan Student Center and enjoy free pizza, bowling, billiards, drinks and more.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/27/join-an-evening-of-bowling-billiards-pizza-and-fun/

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Nominate a student for the Shocktoberfest Court

Shocktoberfest, Wichita State’s annual celebration of spirit and pride, is Sept. 30 through Oct. 5. The Shocktoberfest Committee has an outstanding lineup of experiences for individuals and student groups and hope you will be part of this longstanding tradition. New this year is the Shocktoberfest Court and Royalty. The Shocktoberfest Court will consist of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/09/nominate-a-student-for-the-shocktoberfest-court/

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Track & field to host Wilson Invitational starting Jan. 25

Shocker track & field hosts its final home event of the 2024 indoor track and field season. The Wilson invitational will be hosted in the Heskett Center from Thursday, Jan. 25 to Saturday, Jan. 27. Thursday’s events will begin at 12:30 p.m., Friday’s events will begin at noon and Saturday’s field events will begin at 10:30 a.m., with the running events…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/16/track-field-to-host-wilson-invitational-starting-jan-25/

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Dance finishes runner up in spirit rally at National Dance Alliance championship

The Shocker dance team earned a runner-up finish in the Spirit Rally Division 1 category at the National Dance Alliance National Championships April 11 in Daytona Beach, Florida. The performance marks the team’s first appearance in the Spirit Rally Division, and was the first season under the head coach Amy Pollard-Yarberry

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/24/dance-finishes-runner-up-for-spirit-rally-at-national-dance-alliance-championship/

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Volleyball to take on KU in regular season opener

Shocker volleyball will have their regular season opener against Kansas at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 in Charles Koch Arena. The theme for the game is yellow out, and the first 1,000 fans in attendance will get a yellow Wichita State T-shirt at no additional charge. Students receive admission to all Shocker home games at no additional charge with Shocker ID.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/01/shocker-volleyball-takes-on-ku-in-regular-season-opener/

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Shockers retire from university deanships after exceptional careers

Wichita State salutes two truly exceptional Shocker university deans as they retire from Wichita State: Rodney Miller, dean of the College of Fine Arts, and Kathy Downes, dean of University Libraries. Kathy Downes arrived at Wichita State in 1979 armed with a bachelor’s degree in biology, physical sciences and library sciences from Mississippi University for…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shockers-retire-from-university-deanships-after-exceptional-careers/

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President Muma visits with students for Rick Rewards

President Rick Muma stopped by the Shocker Success Center and Ablah Library May 7 to visit with students preparing for finals for this month’s Rick Rewards. President Muma chatted with the students studying and handed out snacks and meal vouchers to help them finish the semester strong. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Muma to show his…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/07/president-muma-visits-with-students-for-rick-rewards/

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President’s Distinguished Services Awards

Several outstanding employees through the University Staff Senate and University Faculty Senate were recognized with the President’s Distinguished Service Award at the Shocker Pride Celebration May 8. These employees have demonstrated outstanding service to Wichita State and the campus community: Robin Henry, associate professor in the Department of History,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/18/presidents-distinguished-services-awards/

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Attend Pokémon Pinball launch party May 7

Join the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes and Flipside Pinball for a Pokémon Pinball Launch Party from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 7. Celebrate the new Pokémon pinball machine and learn how to play pinball from local top players. All pinball machines will be free during the event and have opportunities to win prizes in fun competitions. Try the limited edition…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/04/attend-pokemon-pinball-launch-party-may-7/

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WSU’s applied learning model highlighted in Fortune Magazine

The applied learning model at Wichita State is a win-win for the businesses community and Shocker students. One example is Dassault Systemes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Center at NIAR. This partnership gives engineering students experience with additive manufacturing, reverse engineering and robotics through 3D design software. Students employ it in real-life projects. As…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/10/wsus-applied-learning-model-highlighted-in-fortune-magazine/

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Involvement Opportunities

…to learn about the different organizations on our campus. Leadership: Wichita State understands the importance of developing leadership skills throughout your college experience and is intently focused on developing the leadership abilities of all students. Through our tiered leadership programs (Emerging Leaders, Immersive Leadership Institute and …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_affairs/programs/involvementopportunities.php

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Donate and have your fines forgiven with Food for Fines

… through May 7, Wichita State is hosting Food for Fines, a program that allows students to have parking or traffic citations forgiven by donating items to support the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker. If you have a citation, you can participate by donating nonperishable food or hygiene items instead of paying your fine. Citation forgiveness is based on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/04/donate-and-have-your-fines-forgiven-with-food-for-fines-3/

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Food 4 Fines starts Sept. 8 through Sept. 12

… your donations to Student Engagement & Belonging in 219 Rhatigan Student Center or the Parking Services building, and your fines will be waived. Every item collected supports the Shocker Support Locker, helping fight food insecurity right here on campus. Don’t miss this chance to clear your record while making a real difference for fellow Shockers. Give…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/08/food-4-fines-starts-sept-8-through-sept-12/

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Discounted volleyball season tickets available for faculty, staff

Shocker volleyball is almost a month away, which means it’s time for Shockers to get their 2023 season tickets. And faculty and staff are eligible for a discounted price. For only $55, faculty and staff can receive a ticket to all 13 matches. Support the Shocker volleyball team and bring energy to Koch Arena all year long by purchasing season tickets.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/11/discounted-volleyball-season-tickets-available-for-faculty-staff/