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Haley Kottler will talk about Kansas Appleseed in Social Justice series at the Ulrich Museum

Haley Kottler, Thriving and Integrated Voter Engagement Director at Kansas Appleseed Center for Law and Justice, will talk about the organization’s work and community impact at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 in the Beren Gallery at the Ulrich Museum of Art. A reception will be held at 5:30 p.m. Kansas Appleseed works with community partners to understand the root …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/22/haley-kottler-will-talk-about-kansas-appleseed-in-social-justice-series-at-the-ulrich-museum/

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Adult learners: Share your thoughts on upcoming events

The Office of Adult Learning is conducting a short six-question survey to collect information regarding student engagement. Adult learners are invited to fill out the survey to share their preferences for times and types of events. Collected data will be used in the planning of future Adult Learning events to better cater to students’ needs.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/06/adult-learners-share-your-thoughts-on-upcoming-events/

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Apply to be a staff leader for 2024 Shocker Leadership Experience

Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership is seeking energetic faculty/staff members to apply to be a staff leader for its 2024 Shocker Leadership Experience (SLE). SLE is a five-day, four-night overnight retreat experience at Rock Springs 4-H Camp in Junction City, Kansas, held Jan. 8-12. SLE engages students in personal and professional leadership…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/11/apply-to-be-a-staff-leader-for-2024-shocker-leadership-experience/

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Work by Shockers Vote! helped increase student voting in 2020 election

Work by the Shockers Vote! Coalition helped Wichita State increase its voting rate for students by 19.2% from 2016, according to the 2020 National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement. Wichita State’s 2020 voting rate of 68.1% is above the national 66% rate, according to the data compiled by the Tufts University Institute For Democracy & Higher…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/18/work-by-shockers-vote-helped-increase-student-voting-in-2020-election/

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Songfest 2022 tickets on sale now

…Nov. 6 at the Orpheum Theater, 200 N. Broadway in Wichita. Songfest is an annual dance and lip sync competition hosted annually by Wichita State University’s Office of Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership. Groups competing in Songfest 2022: Alpha Phi Beta Theta Phi Delta Delta Delta Delta Gamma Delta Upsilon Gamma Phi Beta Kappa Kappa Gamma Phi Delta…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/19/songfest-2022-tickets-on-sale-now/

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CEI’s Dr. Paigton Mayes selected for APHA committee

…Association’s (APHA) executive board to serve a three-year term on the APHA Committee on Health Equity beginning on Nov. 9. Dr. Mayes is a Program Specialist for the Community Engagement Institute’s Center for Public Health Initiatives. This committee is charged with assuring that APHA meets its diversity, inclusion, and social justice goals by monitoring …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/ceis-dr-paigton-mayes-selected-for-apha-committee/

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Learn to start a student organization today

Are you interested in starting a Wichita State student organization, but don’t know where to start? Hear from representatives from Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership and Student Government Association to learn steps to become a recognized organization 10-11 a.m. today, Sept. 21, at 313 Rhatigan Student Center. For more information, contact…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/20/learn-to-start-a-student-organization-sept-21/

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Credit Union of America pledges $250,000 gift, recognized as Champion for WSU College of Applied Studies

Credit Union of America was recognized today as a 2022 Champion for Wichita State’s College of Applied Studies, honoring its ongoing engagement and financial support of the future educators of Kansas. CUA has pledged an additional $250,000 to the college to continue funding the Corbin Connect program, ongoing technology needs, scholarships, and programming…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/02/credit-union-of-america-pledges-250000-gift-recognized-as-champion-for-wsu-college-of-applied-studies/

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Sign up for 2022 Involvement Fair

Join Wichita State’s Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership for the 2022 Involvement Fair 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, August 30 at the north patio of the Rhatigan Student Center and extending down to Shocker Hall. All on-campus resources, student organizations and volunteer entities are invited to participate. For more information, contact 316-978-3022 or…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/07/12/sign-up-2022-involvement-fair/

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ODI to host Saul Flores for upcoming Diversity Lecture Series

…of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is proud to present the Diversity Lecture Series, a series that features distinguished leaders and experts to inspire campus dialogue, community engagement and learning about the national narrative on diversity and inclusion. Saul Flores will speak at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 in 301 Rhatigan Student Center with his topic,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/10/odi-to-host-saul-flores-for-upcoming-diversity-lecture-series-2/

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ODI to host Saul Flores for upcoming Diversity Lecture Series

…of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is proud to present the Diversity Lecture Series, a series that features distinguished leaders and experts to inspire campus dialogue, community engagement and learning about the national narrative on diversity and inclusion. Saul Flores will speak at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 in 301 Rhatigan Student Center with his topic,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/07/odi-to-host-saul-flores-for-upcoming-diversity-lecture-series/

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Campus community invited to weekly virtual workshops

The WSU Community Engagement Institute invites students, faculty and staff to its Rising to the Challenge spring 2023 virtual workshop series. Join one, several or all of the interactive workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention. The hour long Zoom sessions are open to everyone. Learn more and register for each session:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/08/youre-invited-to-rise-to-the-challenge/

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Shop at pop-up market every First Friday

Common Ground Producers and Growers and the Office of Engagement invite the university and neighboring communities to a pop-up market from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the first Friday of each month at Paradise Baptist Church, 4401 E. 17th St. North. Seasonal local produce, resources, food, entertainment and other vendors will be there. If you are interested in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/05/shop-at-pop-up-market-every-first-friday/

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One Shocker Family Handbook

… Wichita State. Below you will find helpful information about the college transition process; academic requirements and services; including opportunities and resources for student engagement beyond the classroom. You will also find information about important student support services. Academic Calendar FALL 2026 SPRING 2027 AUGUST 3- 14Fall Pre-session…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/shockerfamily/Shocker_Family_Handbook.php

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Celebrate Constitution Week with events at WSU

Celebrate Constitution Week 2023 with events about democracy and civic engagement. Dr. Neal Allen, associate professor of political science, will discuss “Supreme Court Term Limits: Constitutional Reform for a Polarized U.S.” from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 20 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room. The Shocker Vote Coalition will hold a voter…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/13/celebrate-constitution-week-with-events-at-wsu/

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Attend Sculpture Glow, Shockers Under the Stars

The Office of Engagement and the Ulrich Museum will host a glowing after-hours exploration of the Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection 6-8 p.m. June 21. After touring the sculptures, participants are invited to venture over to the Duerksen Fine Arts Center Amphitheater to watch “Encanto” at 9 p.m. Food trucks, books and popcorn from Storytime Village …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/13/attend-sculpture-glow-shockers-under-the-stars/

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Applications open for the ‘Cultured’ retreat

Cultured is a three-day, two-night overnight retreat at Rock Spring 4-H Camp in Junction City during Fall Break from Oct. 13 to 15. The retreat is sponsored by Student Engagement, Advocacy and Leadership (SEAL), and applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11. Transportation, food, lodging and a T-shirt are all included at no additional charge. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/23/applications-open-for-the-cultured-retreat/

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WSUFAE updates its fundraising priorities

In addition to ongoing fundraising priorities for academic colleges and campus units, the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement (WSUFAE) is making progress on fundraising goals for the year and continues to work toward advancing the university’s top priorities. Shocker Success Center Fundraising for the Shocker Success Center has reached $5 million, and it…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/14/wsufae-updates-its-fundraising-priorities/

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Tom Gentile joins WSU Barton School of Business Dean’s Advisory Board

…of the Dean’s Advisory Board, Gentile will provide guidance on the Barton School’s strategic direction, innovative curriculum, impactful student experience and industry engagement. The current board is comprised of 50 diverse industry leaders from around the country.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/07/tom-gentile-joins-wsu-barton-school-of-business-deans-advisory-board/

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Attend SEAL’s Social Service Fair

Join Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership (SEAL) for a Social Service Fair 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 10 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. The fair aims to provide students with on-and-off campus resources and information, including, but not limited to, physical health, mental health, disability services, animal education, childcare,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/27/attend-seals-social-service-fair/