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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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Join SGA at the inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium

Faculty, staff and students are invited to the culminating event of SGA’s Diversity Week: the inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium, sponsored by the Student Government Association, Housing and Residence Life, and the chief diversity officer. The event is from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4 in the RSC Beggs Ballroom. During the event, you’ll …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/24/join-sga-at-the-inaugural-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-symposium/

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Stigmas, Stereotypes, Safety presentation now available to view

The recording of “Stigmas, Stereotypes & Safety: A conversation about substance use and abuse in our community” from Feb. 23 is now available to students, faculty and staff to watch. Dylan Dunn, assistant director at SAFE (Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic) Project, led a discussion at Wichita State about how society views and approaches substance use and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/07/stigmas-stereotypes-safety-presentation-now-available-to-view/

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Interfest 2022 set for Nov. 2

The International Student Union’s annual Interfest: International Food Festival is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2 in the RSC Beggs Ballroom. Each semester, WSU students prepare and sell dishes from their native countries for this event. The festival provides a platform for intercultural sharing where the WSU community and visitors can try out…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/24/interfest-2022-set-for-nov-2/

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Audit Summary 2024

…Marketing Committee, Professional Development Committee, CARE Team, Campus Climate Committee All DSA Committees: CDC Expansion Committee Campus Climate Committee Clinical Services Committee CARE Team DSA Engagement Agents DSA LGBTQ+ Task Force Division of Student Affairs Assessment Committee Divisional Budget Committee Emotional Support Animal…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/assessment-retention/Audit_Summary_24.php

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Veterans

Welcome, veterans! If you'd like more information about becoming a Shocker, the steps below can get you started. Use this Checklist for military-connected students to see how to begin. Kansas residency for tuition purposes: Eligible military-connected. Submit in person with military ID on campus at Jardine Hall, Room 102 or visit the WSU at McConnell office …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/veteranservices/veterans.php

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Engaged in marketing and external outreach? You are advancing SEM Goal 2.2

During fall 2021, Wichita State launched its new 2025 Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan with the overarching goals of expanding enrollments to 17,000 students, increasing first to second-year retention rate to 75%, and closing the equity gap for underserved students. The success of the new plan is dependent on the contributions of everyone on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/06/engaged-in-marketing-and-external-outreach-you-are-advancing-sem-goal-2-2/

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WSU Physician Assistant program celebrates 50th anniversary

On Oct. 14, the Physician Assistant program at Wichita State celebrated its 50th anniversary with an open house and reception for alumni, faculty, staff, students and supporters. Founded in 1972, the WSU PA program was the first program in Kansas and one of the first in the nation. The program provides students with a patient-centered education that includes…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/20/wsu-physician-assistant-program-celebrates-50th-anniversary/

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Attend Kansas Academic Advising Network 2023 annual conference

Faculty and staff are invited to join the Kansas Academic Advising Network for its annual conference Sept. 22 in the Rhatigan Student Center. This year’s theme, “KAAN in the Air Capital: Advising Students to New Heights,” was chosen to reflect Wichita’s moniker as the “Air Capital of the World” but also to champion the work academic advisors do to help…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/31/kansas-academic-advising-network-2023-annual-conference/

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New urgent care center will serve the needs of WSU community

…Wichita State campus. The new center is thanks to a partnership between Wesley Healthcare and the Greater Wichita YMCA. It will provide extended weekday and weekend hours to serve students, faculty, staff, residents in surrounding communities, and employees of WSU's partner companies. Wichita State will be home to the new Wesley Healthcare Urgent Care Center…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/08-aug/urgent_care_center.php

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Former professor of nursing, Dr. Betty Elder, passes away

…During her time at Wichita State, Betty taught several courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her teaching of pathophysiology helped baccalaureate, master and doctoral students prepare for their degrees and careers as health care practitioners. She was essential to the graduate nursing program and the ultimate success of graduating nurse…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/16/former-professor-of-nursing-dr-betty-elder-passes-away/

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Current SSS Participants

Participation Information Update Form In order to prevent interruption of program services, please take a minute to update the information below and submit your form online. Academic Advising The mission of academic advising is to assist students in their growth and development by constructing meaningful educational plans which are compatible with their life…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_support/CurrentSSSstudents.php

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Useful Links

Veteran Benefit Resources Below are web-sites that provide information on Veteran benefits and how to file and or ask for them. There are also many sites that explain how to obtain books, military records, medical records and how to appeal a denied claim with the VA. All the information is free and available for all Veterans. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/veteranservices/student_veterans/Useful_links.php

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July 2024

… AM Monthly Office of Research Newsletter Awards Funding Opportunities Education/Training Announcements Congratulations to those who received awards in June! The tentative numbers for WSU researchers under Academic Affairs for FY2024 are $85,630,496 in submitted proposals and $87,394,476 in awards received. A special congratulations also to Drs. Jan Twomey, …

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2024-07-Newsletter.php

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Scholarship donors offer one-of-a-kind learning experiences

Mark and Stacy Parkinson go above and beyond for the recipients of their scholarship for first-generation immigrant students. During spring break 2022, the two funded a trip for the students to visit Washington, D.C.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/13/scholarship-donors-offer-one-of-a-kind-learning-experiences/

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Nominations open for Graduate Student Council

Graduate students, nominations for the Graduate Student Council will be open Monday, Aug. 22 until Friday, Sept. 2. If you are interested in holding a seat on the council and advocating for graduate students, please complete the nomination form below. We look forward to your nomination.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/23/nominations-open-for-graduate-student-council/

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Study Abroad Spotlight: Brent Wilson

Learn more from our exchange students about their experiences at Wichita State by reading Study Abroad Spotlights. This week, read about Brent Wilson’s experience in Germany during the spring 2022 semester. Brent discusses why other engineering students should consider studying abroad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/07/19/study-abroad-spotlight-brent-wilson/

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Volunteers requested for student health and wellbeing study

Students are invited to participate in a study to examine their health and wellbeing by gathering information about their health, stress levels and religious attendance. The results of this study will serve to make connections between health, wellbeing and stress levels among college students.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/01/volunteers-requested-for-student-health-and-wellbeing-study/

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SGA hosting Wellness Week events

Join the Student Government Association (SGA), SGA Health and the Wellness Advisory Board to celebrate Wellness Week Feb. 28-March 3. During the week, students can participate in exciting activities and learn about resources on campus. Students can visit the SGA Wellness Week 2022 website to learn each day’s theme during the week.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/23/sga-hosting-wellness-week/

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WSU Barton School, WSU Tech partner for pathway program and $35,000 in scholarships

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has partnered with WSU Tech to create a pathway program for WSU Tech students committed to continuing their education with a business degree. The Barton School and WSU Tech have also collectively committed to $35,000 in scholarships for students participating in this program.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/17/wsu-barton-school-wsu-tech-partner-for-pathway-program-and-35000-in-scholarships/