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Participate in Civic Canvases: A monthly hands-on art series

Participate in a hands-on art series. Students are invited to reflect on their experiences, express ideas through creativity and contribute to a collective mural that changes each month. The next event is from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Monthly themes are as follows: January – Fresh Starts…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/17/participate-in-civic-canvases-a-monthly-hands-on-art-series/

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Connect and network with Wichita area professionals at Student Government Association workshop

Build the skills employers are looking for at the Student Government Association Professional Development Soft Skills Workshop from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 in 144 Woolsey Hall. This workshop is open to students looking to grow personally and professionally. Join the workshop to strengthen your communication, teamwork and leadership abilities…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/09/connect-and-network-with-wichita-area-professionals-at-student-government-association-workshop/

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Philosophy department hosts spring 2026 welcome event and Chinese New Year celebration

WSU students are invited to the philosophy department’s spring 2026 welcome event and Chinese New Year celebration from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, beginning in 110 Fiske Hall. Stop by and enjoy a fresh, delicious Chinese New Year dumpling and other foods, pick up a map and visit the different philosophy spaces in Fiske Hall, and learn more about…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/06/philosophy-department-hosts-spring-2026-welcome-event-and-chinese-new-year-celebration/

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Kansas Science Olympiad needs volunteers for the state event on April 4

…assist with events in various areas, such as Boomleiver, Bungee drop, Helicopter, Hovercraft, Machines, Chemistry, Forensics and Experimental Design. High school and middle school students will be competing in 46 different events as teams for the opportunity to attend the National Science Olympiad held at the University of Southern California in May. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/16/kansas-science-olympiad-needs-volunteers-for-the-state-event-on-april-4/

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Samantha Bunce: Creativity in the arts and in classroom management

…arts senior Samantha Bunce is one step closer to becoming a full-time art educator. In fall 2025, she began student teaching at Wichita Brooks Middle School. Under the guidance of art educator Lauren Gilmore, Bunce crafted a creative learning environment for students at this STEM and arts magnet middle school. That fall semester, throughout the school…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/samantha-bunce-creativity-in-the-arts-and-in-classroom-management/

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America’s Got Talent hypnotist, Chris Jones, coming to campus Feb. 6

…Chris Jones where comedy and hypnosis collide at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 at Miller Concert Hall in Duerksen Fine Arts Center. This Student Activities Council event is free to WSU students with their Shocker IDs, $5 for WSU faculty/staff and $8 for general public. Cash and card payments will be taken at the door for admission. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/26/americas-got-talent-hypnotist-chris-jones-coming-to-campus-feb-6/

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Donate and have your fines forgiven with Food For Fines

From Feb. 2 through Feb. 6, 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…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/30/donate-and-have-your-fines-forgiven-with-food-for-fines/

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FYSHandbook

…www.wichita.edu/FYS FYS IN THEORY We Start From The Beginning: Introduction and Purpose First-Year Seminar (FYS) is a three-credit hour course designed specifically for new students and part of our General Education program. The purpose of the program is to help new students make a successful academic and social transition to campus. As part of the …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/studentsuccess/_documents/FYSHandbook.docx

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Attend first generation financial wellness workshop Feb. 16

…Organization in collaboration with Wichita State Financial Aid and Shocker Financial Wellness for an informative and supportive workshop designed specifically for first-generation students along with free pizza from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16 in 225 Woolsey Hall. This session will help you better understand scholarships, financial aid and everyday…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/04/attend-first-generation-financial-wellness-workshop-feb-16/

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Chukwunenye Nweke

Licensed Masters Level Psychologist, State of Kansas, #03411 Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (Emporia State University, 2022) Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Emporia State University, 2018) Nweke, C., Gardner, V., Sayers, C., & Wade, J. (2022) Positive Ethics. Kansas Association of Masters Level Psychologists (KAMP), virtual conference. Nweke, C.…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/services/caps/Nweke-Chukwunenye.php

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History of Counseling Services at Wichita State

…developing from a traditional campus counseling center into a comprehensive mental health, prevention, and wellness program. Over the decades, CAPS has expanded both the scope of services it provides to students and its influence on the broader Wichita community. The history of CAPS can be traced to 1951, when the university established the Student…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/counseling/caps_history.php

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Dr. Jacob Mendez

Dr. Jacob Mendez has been part of Wichita State for nearly eight years, supporting student success in the College of Engineering. Encouraged by a former Staff Senate president to get involved, he joined the Senate in 2023 as a way to give back and build connections across campus. Now serving as president, he values the relationships he’s formed and the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/28/staff-senator-spotlight-dr-jacob-mendez/

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Dr. Jody Fiorini

Counseling Individuals with Disabilities Culture, Gender, & Class in counseling Foundations of Mental Health Professional Issues & Ethics in Mental Health Orientation to School Counseling Consultation in School Counseling Counseling Theory and Practice Group Counseling Theory and Practice Child and Adolescent Development Grief & Loss in Children Human…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/education/CLES/Fiorini-Jody.php

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Emily Stevens

Emily serves as the Director of Advising for the College of Education. She also advises prospective and current students who are interested in teaching careers. She participates in student outreach, recruitment and retention efforts. Emily enjoys interacting with students, faculty and staff. She is passionate about helping students achieve their academic and…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/education/College_of_Education_Advising_Center/Stevens-Emily.php

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AcademicPartnershipsminutes33020

… Yes Robyn Bongartz Finance and Administration Yes Isabel Medina Keiser Student Affairs Yes Debra Franklin Research - Innovation Yes Keith Pickus WSU Foundation Yes Anna Clark Office of the President Yes Korey Torgerson Athletics Yes Scott Lucas WSU Tech Yes Amy Easum Strategic Communications Yes Misha Jacob-Warren General Counsel Yes Riccardo Harris…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/president/task_forces/new_academic_institutional_partnerships/ARCHIVE_files/AcademicPartnershipsminutes33020.docx

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Chelsea Dey named success coach of the year by NASPA

The National Association of Student Personnel Administrators’ (NASPA) Success Coaching Knowledge Community annually recognizes a professional that has shown innovation above and beyond the role as a professional mentor or coach within the field of success coaching. Award winners must adhere to professional standards within the association and demonstrate…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/21/chelsea-dey-named-success-coach-of-the-year-by-naspa/

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Find tools for computing success in education and in research

Wichita State students and faculty have access to a wide range of computational resources, locally and through regional and national partnerships. Make the most of these powerful tools to boost your research and projects at no cost. Local resources: BeoShock – Wichita State University: The BeoShock High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster at WSU provides…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/28/find-tools-for-computing-success-in-education-and-in-research/

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Kennedy Rogers

Kennedy Rogers has spent nine years helping shape the student experience at Wichita State, serving as the director of Strengths, Leadership and Student Impact and the interim director of Belonging and Experiences. A mentor first encouraged her to join Staff Senate, and five years later – now as past-president – she continues to value the insight, connection …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/12/staff-senator-spotlight-kennedy-rogers/

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New resource: ‘Plugged in @ WSU’ podcast now live for listening

…podcast that connects you to the tools, tips and support systems that power your success at Wichita State. Each episode features conversations with campus experts, faculty and students to highlight resources that help you stay on track, stay connected and make the most of your Shocker experience. Learn about Success Coaching at WSU: Meet the success …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/10/new-resource-plugged-in-wsu-podcast-now-live-for-listening-2/

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New resource: ‘Plugged in @ WSU’ podcast now live for listening

…podcast that connects you to the tools, tips and support systems that power your success at Wichita State. Each episode features conversations with campus experts, faculty and students to highlight resources that help you stay on track, stay connected and make the most of your Shocker experience. Learn about Success Coaching at WSU: Meet the success …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/10/new-resource-plugged-in-wsu-podcast-now-live-for-listening/