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Update on Corbin Education Center closure

As the extent of the flood damage to the basement of Corbin Education Center has been further analyzed, it has become clear that the building will need to be closed to class and office use for a considerable period of time. Early estimates are that Corbin will not reopen until at least September. Students: If you have classes in Corbin, please continue to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/27/update-on-corbin-education-center-closure/

WSU Newsletters

Encourage former Shockers to return with Shocker Comeback

Encourage former Shockers who have been away from WSU for a year or more to return and complete their degree. The Shocker Comeback program is designed to support re-enrolling students with resources and guidance to make the transition back to campus as smooth as possible. The program helps students get back on track and move closer to achieving their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/15/encourage-former-shockers-to-return-with-shocker-comeback/

WSU Foundation

Lynn Nichols gives advice on weathering the post-college career

Shocker profiles highlight the students, alumni, supporters, faculty and staff who make Shocker Nation all that it can be. These short Q&As allow you to hear from these remarkable individuals in their own words. Lynn NicholsChairman and CEO, Yingling AviationChairman, WSU Foundation Board of Directors Tell us a little about how you’re involved with Wichita…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/lynn-nichols-gives-advice-on-weathering-the-post-college-career/

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Student-created parking app concept wins 2022 Koch Innovation Challenge | Wichita State News

Student-created parking app concept wins 2022 Koch Innovation Challenge WSU Strategic Communications 05/18/2022 11:41:19 AM May 18, 2022 -- Three Wichita State University students were named the champions of the 2022 Koch Innovation Challenge with their idea to ease parking frustrations via an app called Everwhen. This is the first bullet. Use what you need …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/05-may/EverwhenR.php

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Humans of Wichita State - Claire

Humans of Wichita State – Claire Undergraduate Admissions 04/14/2022 09:28:39 AM Claire is an Art Education student from Wichita with a passion for helping students tap into their creative abilities. Claire loves learning new art mediums that she will be able to use in her future classroom. Outside of school she loves to practice photography, painting and…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2022/04-22_howsu-claire.php

WSU Newsletters

Have your graduating seniors complete this survey

The Shocker Career Accelerator has launched the Post Graduation Outcomes (PGO) survey for all undergraduate and graduate students graduating in fall 2025. The data collected through Shocker Central provides insights into recent graduates’ employment status, further education and other career-related activities. This information helps create clear, concise…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/24/have-your-graduating-seniors-complete-this-survey/

WSU Foundation

Meet the 2025-26 class of Shocker Pride Scholars

Since 1999, the Shocker Pride Scholarship has provided more than $700,000 to students at Wichita State, helping them to achieve their academic goals. In recent years, the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement has augmented the program to create professional development opportunities, including alumni mentoring and community experiences, in addition to…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/2025-26-shocker-pride-scholars/

WSU Newsletters

Know who to call in case of an emergency – Call UPD directly at 316-978-3450 while on campus

The University Police Department wants to remind students, faculty and staff about the appropriate channels for reaching emergency services while they’re on campus. If you are on campus with a phone: Calling UPD directly at 316-978-3450 is ideal for getting immediate assistance. Calling 911 will connect you with Sedgwick County and could result in longer…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/08/17/know-who-to-call-in-case-of-an-emergency-call-upd-directly-at-316-978-3450-while-on-campus-6/

WSU Foundation

Gene and Yolanda Camarena receive honorary doctorates

As 1,000+ Shocker students gathered to receive their diplomas at the fall 2023 commencement ceremony, they were joined by two Shockers who have created an incredible legacy of support for Shocker Nation, Gene and Yolanda Camarena. Gene and Yolanda are truly accomplished in their professional fields, but what sets them apart as members of the Wichita State…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/gene-and-yolanda-camarena-receive-honorary-doctorates/

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Meet a Shocker: Brittany Spires | Wichita State News

Meet a Shocker: Brittany Spires Tessa Karbowski, Strategic Communications Intern 12/06/2021 11:50:37 AM December 6, 2021 — Balancing work, being a mother of five and being an honor roll student is not always an easy feat, but Brittany Spires learned a good support system can help you along the way. Spires is soon to graduate with a degree in psychology.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/12-dec/spires_6.php

WSU Foundation

Congratulations to our WSUFAE graduates!

More than 2,100 students will become Shocker alumni at this weekend’s commencement ceremonies, including five of our own employees at the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement. Join us in congratulating these Shocker graduates! LILY PARKER ’23, STRAT COMM, ’25 M COMM, works as the WSUFAE’s marketing specialist. She has greatly appreciated the opportunity to…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsufae-graduates-spring-25/

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Meet a Shocker: Merry Kirkpatrick | Wichita State News

…while earning a degree in the early childhood unified program. She plans to continue working at WSU’s Childhood Development Center following graduation. Kirkpatrick is one of more than 1,100 students eligible for fall 2021 graduation. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/12-dec/kirkpatrick_6.php

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Top 10 reasons to become a summer Shocker

Top 10 reasons to become a summer Shocker Reyane Alfraih, marketing intern 04/18/2019 02:36:51 PM April 18, 2019 -- Students take summer classes for many reasons. Here are your top 10 reasons to enroll in classes this summer. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/04-april/top_10_reasons_summer.php

WSU Newsletters

WSU receives $2.5 million to launch paid humanities internship program

… grant from the Mellon Foundation to create the Wichita HIREs program: Humanities Internships Reward Employers, an initiative designed to expand applied learning opportunities for students pursuing humanities degrees. This transformative grant includes a $1 million matching funds requirement to build a long-term endowment to sustain the program beyond the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/09/wsu-receives-2-5-million-to-launch-paid-humanities-internship-program/

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Wichita State to receive $8.7 million from higher education relief fund | Wichita State News

Wichita State to receive $8.7 million from higher education relief fund WSU Strategic Communications 04/10/2020 09:11:47 AM April 10, 2020 -- The U.S. Department of Education released its official allocations yesterday (Thursday, April 9) for the newly passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). Wichita State University will receive…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/04-april/wsu_cares_act_4.php

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With One Small Step, Wichita State embarks on civic conversations | Wichita State News

With One Small Step, Wichita State embarks on civic conversations WSU Strategic Communications 08/17/2022 03:25:18 AM Aug. 17, 2022 - Civic engagement and freedom of expression through conversations is the goal for Wichita State University students, faculty and staff as they participate in StoryCorps’ One Small Step program. Designed to “remind the country…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/08-aug/onesmall_release_5.php

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Learning Communities

Join us Friday, August 14th, 1:30 in the RSC Beggs Ballroom for the Kick-Off! Request Info from Dr. Brett Bruner The target audience for meta-major-based learning communities at Wichita State is all first-time-in-college (FTIC) students. Explore your Learning Community Are you a creator, a critical thinker, historian or explorer at heart? Arts, Humanities & …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/SEM/learning_communities.php

WSU Newsletters

Parking advisory for the Rhatigan Student Center parking garage Oct. 2

Heavy traffic is expected on levels two, three and four of the Rhatigan Student Center parking garage during the evening on Friday, Oct. 2 for an event in the area. Students, faculty and staff should prepare in advance as they park on campus.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/29/parking-advisory-for-the-rhatigan-student-center-parking-garage-oct-2-2/

WSU Newsletters

Parking advisory for the Rhatigan Student Center parking garage Oct. 2

Heavy traffic is expected on levels two, three and four of the Rhatigan Student Center parking garage during the evening on Friday, Oct. 2 for an event in the area. Students, faculty and staff should prepare in advance as they park on campus.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/29/parking-advisory-for-the-rhatigan-student-center-parking-garage-oct-2/

WSU Newsletters

TRIO DSS helps Shockers with disabilities thrive

TRIO Disability Support Services (DSS) is a federally funded program that supports 115 undergrad students with disabilities outside of their classrooms through specialized advising, free individual tutoring, a textbook lending library, study skills workshops and more. Its academic advisors specialize in supporting students with disabilities and offer a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/19/trio-dss-helps-shockers-with-disabilities-thrive/