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Dr. Ken Ciboski, former professor of political science, passes away

… master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Washington. A memorial fund is open to donations from the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/dr-ken-ciboski-former-professor-of-political-science-passes-away/

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Your Voice, Your Campus

…of incoming international students at Wichita State University. The program is established to provide structured opportunities for academic, social, and cultural engagement to enhance student success and sense of belonging. The International Student Mentorship Program shall be primarily administered and overseen by the Student Government Association.…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/sga/newsletter/68th-session/4-17-26_Your_Voice_Your_Campus.php

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Professor emeritus of political science, Dr. Mel Kahn, passes away

…Mission Cemetery. A memorial has been made with the Circle of Friends at Larksfield place, and a memorial fund is also open to donations from the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/professor-emeritus-of-political-science-dr-melvin-kahn-passes-away/

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New Shocker Parents: Health and Wellness

…renewal appointments to ensure they have an uninterrupted supply of medication. If preferred, find a pharmacy supported by your insurance or prescription benefits in the Wichita community. If your student wants to transfer their healthcare to SHS and receive medication from our institutional drug room, they need to make an appointment. SHS does not carry…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/studenthealth/New_Shocker_Parents_Health_and_Wellness.php

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Student Groups and Organizations

… Organizations The College of Health Professions offers a variety of student groups that help students build connections, develop leadership skills, and engage with the healthcare community. Students can join HOSA – Health Occupations Students of America to connect with peers across all health professions disciplines or participate in a group related to your…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/studentservices/Groups/main.php

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Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…presenting their research and ideas to other honors scholars from across the state. We will also have a chance to connect with one another as we build a strong statewide honors community. Registration will be only $20 and will cover a light breakfast and lunch. Please use the following link to submit a conference proposal:…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-sept-28.php

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Join the ride to Kansas City and learn more about the history and heritage of Black Americans

…to campus around 10 p.m. Questions about the event can be sent to sac@wichita.edu. This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council with support from Student Engagement & Belonging and Housing and Residence Life.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/join-the-ride-to-kansas-city-and-learn-more-about-the-history-and-heritage-of-black-americans/

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Sorority Fosters Support, Inspiration and Friendship

… courtesy of Amaya Willis Wichita State's Tri Delta chapter during 2024 bid day outside of the sorority house. When I committed to Wichita State, I knew I would struggle without a community. I am a deeply extroverted person, so I had my eye out for opportunities to find friendship and belonging in a new environment. The first time I heard about fraternity…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2026/02_06_Sorority_Recruitment.php

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The Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

… with necessary tools to survive exams! News & Information Honors Ignites Action: Service Learning Expo at Wichita Art Museum In an effort to inspire students to build community capacity and improve civic-mindedness, several courses throughout the campus offer a service-learning component. To help develop faculty for the task of managing service-learning…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-dec2-22.php

Course Catalog

Minor in Leadership and Character Development

Program Requirements The minor in leadership and character development provides foundational knowledge for working with employees, colleagues and/or community members. It consists of 12 credit hours. Course List Course Title Hours Select 12 credit hours from the following12 LEAD 385Exploring Nonprofit Organizations LEAD 405Partnership Building for Leaders…

https://catalog.wichita.edu/undergraduate/education/sport-leadership-studies/minor-leadership-character-development/

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Launch Week - Detailed Schedule

…Hall (if you haven't already moved in and are living on campus) 1:00 Check-in on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center 1:30 Activities with Student Success 3:30 Community Building Activities with Student Affairs 5:00 Ice Cream Social at the President's Residence Day 2 – Tuesday August 15 9:00 Group Coaching with Success Coaches 10:30 Academic …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/studentsuccess/preseason/schedule.php

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Saint Motel to perform in concert on April 14

…as Coachella, Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo. This concert is coordinated by the Student Activities Council with support from Campus Recreation, Office of Student Affairs and Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/31/saint-motel-to-perform-in-concert-on-april-14/

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Shockers Vote delegation applications are open

… facilitation of all Shockers Vote initiatives leading into the 2024 election. Delegation positions consist of the following: president, marketing, deliberative dialogue and voter engagement. The Ambassador position will take place from January 2024 to December 2024. Interviews for the positions will take place in November, and applicants will be notified of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/18/shockers-vote-delegation-applications-are-open/

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Celebrate Wu’s 75th birthday at Wu’s Birthday Bash Oct. 2

…Wu’s Birthday Bash is a signature experience of Shocktoberfest and is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For more information on this event, contact Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership at 316-978-3022.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/celebrate-wus-75th-birthday-at-wus-birthday-bash-oct-2/

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Wichita Collective Impact Collaboration Created Through $2 Million Cargill Protein Gift

…Public Policy & Management Center at Wichita State University and Wichita Public Schools, targeting a summer start date. Wichita Collective Impact will complement the great community-building work already taking place around the city and advance Cargill Protein’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Cargill every year provides more than $2…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2022-03-22-collective-impact-announcement.php

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Fall 2023 Commencement

…leader advocating for social justice and equity in education over the years. Her areas of service are education, community development, and philanthropy. As a first-generation college student in the 70’s, she experienced the many obstacles Latino students faced trying to get a college education then and continues today. Because of that experience she…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/commencement/fall-2023-commencement.php

WSU Foundation

Hands-on service

…Scholarship to provide a way for alumni to continue the philanthropic legacy of the Wallace family. In addition, Wagner serves on the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement’s National Advisory Council and the Cohen Honors College Advisory Board, a seat particularly close to her heart as a former honors student. “It’s been wonderful seeing how that college …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/joan-wagner/

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WSU undergraduate admissions’ recruitment campaign wins two awards

…print, social media, video and personal outreach from the Office of Admissions to prospective students, and the results from the campaign yielded a record for initial engagement toward enrollment despite the pandemic. The campaign was selected as the solo gold winner for the award categories of Best Nonprofit Campaign and Best Pandemic Response Campaign.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/14/wsu-undergraduate-admissions-recruitment-campaign-wins-two-awards/

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Barton School Advisory Board Member and Wichita State Alumnus Silver Kung Shares a Lifetime of Resilience in New Book

… strive to instill in every student, and we are proud to celebrate this milestone with him.” The Barton School plans to bring Silver Linings into its community through future student and alumni engagement opportunities, allowing readers to explore the lessons that shaped Kung’s personal and professional journey. For Kung, the message of the book extends far …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/07-16-26-silver-kung-book.php

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Retirement reception scheduled for Dr. Rodney Miller, College of Fine Arts dean

…in June 2004. During his tenure, the School of Digital Arts was created and enrollment in the college has grown to over 1000 students. Working with the Foundation and Alumni Engagement office, the college scholarship/fellowship funds have reached $1 million in annual awards to College of Fine Arts students. Miller will retire in June 2023. Join…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/25/retirement-reception-scheduled-for-dr-rodney-miller-college-of-fine-arts-dean/