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Second episode of ‘Teaching Matters,’ all about SEAS, is available now

Discover why the Student Early Alert System (SEAS) matters for student success and how success coaches play a key role in guiding students through challenges in this episode of “Teaching Matters.” Don’t forget to RSVP for the live session to be held from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15 virtually via Microsoft Teams. Grab your lunch and join online to hear …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/07/second-episode-of-teaching-matters-all-about-seas-is-available-now/

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Wichita State’s Common Read program, an academic tradition, brings community together around one shared book each year

First-Year Seminar students this year will read “Eat Like a Fish” by Bren Smith for Wichita State’s Common Read at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30 in 141 Woolsey Hall, Fidelity Bank Ballroom. Join Sean Lynott, regional fisheries supervisor with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks to learn more about fisheries management in Kansas with an eye to the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/24/wichita-states-common-read-program-an-academic-tradition-brings-community-together-around-one-shared-book-each-year/

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Alternative Spring Break applications due Nov. 21

Do you have spring break plans yet? Have you thought about going on an Alternative Spring Break? Alternative Spring Break will expose WSU students to complex social and cultural issues through community visits, direct service, group discussions and common readings. The 2026 Alternative Spring Break trip will take place in Dallas. Participants will depart…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/06/alternative-spring-break-applications-due-nov-21-2/

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Alternative Spring Break applications due Nov. 21

Do you have spring break plans yet? Have you thought about going on an Alternative Spring Break? Alternative Spring Break will expose WSU students to complex social and cultural issues through community visits, direct service, group discussions and common readings. The 2026 Alternative Spring Break trip will take place in Dallas. Participants will depart…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/06/alternative-spring-break-applications-due-nov-21/

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Alternative Spring Break applications open

Do you have spring break plans yet? Have you thought about going on an Alternative Spring Break? Alternative Spring Break will expose WSU students to complex social and cultural issues through community visits, direct service, group discussions and common readings. The 2026 Alternative Spring Break trip will take place in Dallas. Participants will depart…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/06/alternative-spring-break-applications-open/

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Cummings Student-Managed Investment Fund celebrates 20% growth, introduces new leadership

The Cummings Student-Managed Investment Fund (CSMIF) at the Barton School of Business opened the 2025-26 academic year with serious momentum, announcing a 20% portfolio increase over the previous year — one of the most successful periods in the fund’s history. The news was shared during CSMIF’s annual fall kick-off event, where students and mentors also…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/14/cummings-student-managed-investment-fund-celebrates-20-growth-introduces-new-leadership/

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Wichita State’s record-breaking enrollment driven by access and affordability

Combined enrollment by headcount across all Wichita State University locations for fall 2024 is 23,806, according to the annual data released today by the Kansas Board of Regents. This is the largest number of students ever choosing to enroll at Wichita State. The main WSU campus achieved historic enrollment last year with 17,548 students and exceeded this…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/02/wichita-states-record-breaking-enrollment-driven-by-access-and-affordability/

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Understanding our weather response process

Keeping our community safe during severe weather At Wichita State University, the safety and well-being of our students, faculty and staff is our top priority. During periods of inclement weather or extreme cold, we closely monitor weather conditions and make informed decisions about campus operations. Each weather event is different, and decisions require…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/20/understanding-our-weather-response-process/

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Student Success tip: Make strong connections

Now, more than ever, it is important to make connections with your fellow classmates, instructors and helpful WSU staff. Try arriving a little early to class to get to know other students and your instructors.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/student-success-tip-make-strong-connections-4/

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WSUPD offers advice for driver, pedestrian safety

The University Police Department encourages all students, faculty, staff and visitors to remain safe while driving and walking across campus. WSUPD offers the following safety tips to both drivers and pedestrians: For drivers: Follow all traffic laws, including driving at or under speed limits and coming to a full stop at stop signs. Stop for all pedestrians…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/30/wsupd-offers-advice-for-driver-pedestrian-safety-3/

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YOUNG FACULTY SCHOLARS AWARD In 1988, the WSU Board of Trustees established an award to recognize excellence in scholarship and creative activity among faculty at the outset of their careers. A grant of $2,000 supports continuing research or creative endeavors. You are invited to nominate colleagues or yourself on the attached form. Criteria for…

https://www.wichita.edu/faculty/awards/_documents/YOUNG_FACULTY_SCHOLARS2.docx

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The Fantabulous Jaggs

Latino youth embraced the rock & roll of the era. North High School students Art Martinez and Mike Jimenez were part of the group Doug and the Inn-Truders. Meanwhile, Dolphie Ybarra from Wellington was part of the Fantabulous Jaggs, complete with pompadour!

https://somos.wichita.edu/en/the-fantabulous-jaggs/

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Spring course spotlight: Learn the secrets of the night sky in Introduction to Modern Astronomy

Black holes, quasars, distant stars: There’s a whole lot of drama happening in the skies above us, and Introduction to Modern Astronomy (PHYS 195), CRN: 22070, attempts to make sense of it. Students can enroll in full-term spring classes until Monday, Jan. 26.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/13/spring-course-spotlight-learn-the-secrets-of-the-night-sky-in-introduction-to-modern-astronomy/

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Election Nominees 2021

…to them and work to create solutions that work for everyone on campus. Jason Bosch Hello fellow Shockers! My name is Jason Bosch and I currently serve as the Interim Assistant Dean and Director of Student Engagement and Scholarships in the College of Engineering. I started working at Wichita State in January 2017. I earned my bachelor’s degree in field…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/staffsenate/Election_Nominees_2021.php

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Grub Guide: Shocker Hall Dining

All students on campus have access to the all-you-can-eat Shocker Dining Hall, located on the first floor of Shocker Hall. Pay at the door, grab a plate (or two) and fill it with options from multiple kiosks. Want to see what’s on the menu? Head over to dineoncampus.com/wsudining.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/23/grub-guide-shocker-hall-dining-2/

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Save the date for Associate of Arts and Associate of Science recognition event Feb. 5

Save the date and join Wichita State for a recognition event for students who’ve received their Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees at WSU from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 5 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. Refreshments will be served at the come and go event.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/26/save-the-date-for-associate-of-arts-and-associate-of-science-recognition-event-feb-5/

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Campus community invited to legislative update session in the RSC

Join Zach Gearhart, chief of staff and executive director of government relations, for updates on the legislature relevant to Wichita State. The next meeting for the legislative session is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/09/campus-community-invited-to-legislative-update-in-the-rsc/

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Join Wichita State’s First-Generation Honor Society

Wichita State’s First-Generation Honor Society — the Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha — is seeking students who want the opportunity to develop their leadership skills while growing and developing a new student-led organization. Applications will be accepted until Oct. 25 in preparation for membership induction Nov. 8. Qualifications include: Neither of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/15/join-wichita-states-first-generation-honor-society/

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International Buddy Program accepting applications

Interested in being a buddy to new exchange students for the spring 2022 semester? Wichita State’s International Buddy Program is currently accepting applications until Nov. 10. The International Buddy Program pairs incoming exchange students with Wichita State students to help the exchange students integrate into life here in the United States and at WSU…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/02/international-buddy-program-application-now-open/

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Exceptions Policies

…The request for an exception to catalog regulations is a request for special consideration that is reviewed by committee. Common requests include readmission, late withdrawal of courses, waiver of graduation requirements, etc. Please refer to your individual college for the necessary form as well as policies and procedures: Barton School of Business…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/onestop/Exceptions.php