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Biological sciences seminar continues with Dr. Anna Zinovyeva Sept. 21

The Department of Biological Sciences’ fall 2026 seminar series continues Monday, Sept. 21 with Dr. Anna Zinovyeva of Kansas State University. She will give a public lecture, “BControl of microRNA Gene Regulatory Activity: From Molecular Mechanisms to Disease,” from 4 to 5 p.m. in 231 Hubbard Hall. Seminars are open to the public and undergraduates are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/17/biological-sciences-seminar-continues-with-dr-anna-zinovyeva-sept-21/

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Meet a Shocker: Brandon Eckerman, Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering

Meet a Shocker: Brandon Eckerman, Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering Sara Ornelas, Marketing Content Strategist 05/08/2020 12:48:54 PM May 8, 2020 — Brandon Eckerman is nostalgic about his time at Wichita State University and is disappointed he’s unable to celebrate graduation in the traditional sense. But he’s eager to start a career in medical…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/05-may/grad_eckerman_11.php

WSU Foundation

Scholarship recipients spend an evening with their donors

More than half of Wichita State students apply for need-based scholarships, and thanks to the generous support of our donors, WSU awarded more than $7 million in scholarship funding in the last year. To recognize this incredible commitment, each spring the Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement host an event to connect students with the donors who…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/scholarship-recipients-spend-an-evening-with-their-donors/

WSU Foundation

A conversation with Rick Muma

Muma’s years of service to WSU give him the passion and expertise he needs to lead Richard Muma’s rise to president of Wichita State University might seem unsurprising, even preordained: from professor in the College of Health Professions to department chair, from associate vice president of academic affairs to provost, from interim president to landing the …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/a-conversation-with-rick-muma/

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Join SAC for Build-a-Friend Sept. 29

Join the Student Activities Council (SAC) for Build-a-Friend at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center or at Ablah Library while supplies last. Wichita State students can stop by either location to build their own stuffed friend to take home. This event is free for WSU students and is available while supplies last, so be …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/23/join-sac-for-build-a-friend-sept-29/

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WSU Center for Combating Human Trafficking To Host 5th annual national anti-trafficking conference

WSU to host national anti-trafficking conference WSU Strategic Communications 01/07/2019 11:06:40 AM Jan. 7, 2019 -- From 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday Jan. 25, 2019, the Wichita State University Center for Combating Human Trafficking will host its 5th annual anti-trafficking conference, "An Invitation to Courageous Conversations: Exploring the Holistic Responses to …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2019/01-jan/ccht_conference.php

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Save the date for Shocker Success Journey

Discover how Wichita State’s student-centered spaces work together to foster belonging, engagement and achievement starting at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 23 in the Rhatigan Student Center. Enjoy lunch at the RSC (line opens at 11:15 a.m.), explore the impact of the Shocker Success Center and finish with dessert at Ablah Library. Sponsored by WSU Retention Faculty…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/23/save-the-date-for-shocker-success-journey/

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Join celebration of 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations on Oct. 3

Spectrum is celebrating 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations at Wichita State at an event starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. The event will include a catered dinner, music, speakers, a silent auction, dancing and presentations about local LGBTQ+ history from Dr. Jenny Pearson, professor of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/18/join-celebration-of-50-years-of-lgbtq-recognized-student-organizations-on-oct-3/

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Join celebration of 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations on Oct. 3

Spectrum is celebrating 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations at Wichita State at an event starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. The event will include a catered dinner, music, speakers, a silent auction, dancing and presentations about local LGBTQ+ history from Dr. Jenny Pearson, professor of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/25/join-celebration-of-50-years-of-lgbtq-recognized-student-organizations-on-oct-3-2/

WSU Foundation

Three donors with a big impact

Every single donation to the Shock the World Campaign made a difference — to our students, to our faculty and to a stronger Wichita State University. The donors highlighted on this page stand out for making the largest gifts to the campaign. Their passions guided their generosity, with each invigorating areas of the university they believe will prepare…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/three-donors-with-a-big-impact/

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Rethinking the city and the community

Rethinking the city and the community for a post-pandemic world Cities are places characterized by constant activity, dense social interaction, and innovation fostered in collaborative working environments. With the widespread adoption of social distancing, bans on large gatherings, and remote work as public health responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, those…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fairmount_news/CityComm.php

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Roundhouse podcast with Collin Wilber on Shocker baseball

Wichita State assistant coach Collin Wilber joins the podcast to talk catchers and how the importance of coaching the position is growing. We talk about the use of video to improve skills and why it can be so important to help pitchers by turning borderline pitches into strikes. There are four catchers on the Shocker roster. Wilber breaks down their…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/roundhouse-podcast-with-collin-wilber-on-shocker-baseball/

WSU Foundation

Engineering alum uses thesis to bridge industry and academia

Wichita State’s applied learning opportunities set students up for success post-graduation, but the benefit of industry connections extends far beyond campus. Just ask Ridge Towner, two-time alum and reliability engineer at Spirit AeroSystems. “In an ideal world, there would be no separation between industry and academia,” Towner ‘21/23, said. “Both fields…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/engineering-alum-uses-thesis-to-bridge-industry-and-academia/

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2027 Benefits Open Enrollment will be Oct. 1-31

On Thursday, Oct. 1, SEHP will begin opening enrollment portals throughout the day. All benefits-eligible employees should have access to their open enrollment portals by close of business on Oct. 1. This is once again an active enrollment, meaning that all covered state employees must participate, or be enrolled in a default plan. Take advantage of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/25/2027-benefits-open-enrollment-will-be-oct-1-31/

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Students spread love of WSU through Public Relations Institute

Students spread love of WSU through Public Relations Institute Andrew Martin, marketing intern 07/01/2019 09:32:46 AM July 1, 2019 -- Wichita State University admissions created the Public Relations Institute (PRI) in the fall of 2018 to foster goodwill among WSU alumni and community stakeholders through outreach and presence at community events. At the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/07-july/pri_admissions.php

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New WSU scholarship will help DACA students succeed

New WSU scholarship will help DACA students succeed WSU Foundation 02/15/2019 07:09:59 AM Feb. 15, 2019 -- Former Kansas Gov. Mark Parkinson and his wife, Stacy, have established a generous scholarship at Wichita State University to help children of undocumented immigrants earn their degrees to pursue the American Dream. A scholarship has been established at…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/02-feb/parkinson_daca_immigrant_students_scholarship.php

WSU Foundation

Shocker alumna returns to campus to share aerospace industry insights

Leanne Caret ’90, former president and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), is set to return to Wichita State this spring to share insights gleaned from her more than 30 years of aerospace industry experience. “I’m really looking forward to personally engaging with students, as well as faculty and others, in one-on-one settings and small groups,”…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-alumna-returns-to-campus-to-share-aerospace-industry-insights/

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MFA Spotlight: Mollykate Geddis

MFA Spotlight: Mollykate Geddis School of Art, Design, and Creative Industries 02/21/2024 05:17:13 PM Dive into the Intersection of Anxiety and Artistry with Mollykate Geddis, a visionary graduating with an MFA in Ceramics from Wichita State University’s School of Art, Design, and Creative Industries. Originating from New Hampshire, Mollykate crafts…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fine_arts_news/03-22-24_adci-spotlight_geddis.php

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New online applied behavior analysis program prepares students for work across a broad range of settings

Wichita State’s online M.Ed. in applied behavior analysis prepares students to apply behavioral science across a variety of professional settings, including education, mental health, developmental disabilities, organizational behavior and community-based services. The program offers a distinctive emphasis on school-based applications, helping students learn …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/25/new-online-applied-behavior-analysis-program-prepares-students-for-work-across-a-broad-range-of-settings/

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Jacie Green, MA

Jacie Green earned a masters degree in Aging Studies from Wichita State University. She is honored to share her passion for older adults, online learning and teaching, and strives to improve knowledge and attitudes towards the older population through her work as a graduate advisor and educator. Jacie also serves as the graduate coordinator for both the…

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