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Staff Senator Spotlight: John Keckeisen

John Keckeisen serves as the office coordinator for the Department of History and has been part of Wichita State for just over seven years. In his seven months on Staff Senate, he has been motivated by a desire to advocate for his fellow staff members and serve as a bridge between employees and university leadership. He values the opportunity to represent…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/17/staff-senator-spotlight-john-keckeisen/

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Roundhouse podcast with Brent Kemnitz of Shocker athletics

…Sports Hall of Fame. We talk about his 38-year career as pitching coach, starting with a detailed response from Gene Stephenson that directed him away from a career teaching history and driver’s education in high school to college baseball. Kemnitz details his “Brain” and “Flow” meetings, two essential parts of his work with pitchers. He talks about…

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/roundhouse-podcast-with-brent-kemnitz-of-shocker-athletics/

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Society of Public Historians invites community to first semester meeting

Interested in local history? Join the Society of Public Historians at noon Wednesday, Feb. 15 in 258 Rhatigan Student Center for lunch and a discussion of the upcoming semester for the organization. Any students, staff, faculty or general community members with an interest in history are encouraged to attend.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/09/society-of-public-historians-invites-community-to-first-semester-meeting/

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WSU student-athletes record second-highest GPA

Wichita State student-athletes recorded the second-highest cumulative grade-point average in school history with a 3.51 for the fall 2025 semester. It was also the 41st-consecutive semester of earning higher than a 3.00 cumulative grade-point average department wide. “This achievement speaks to the culture our student-athletes, coaches and staff have built…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/05/wsu-student-athletes-record-second-highest-gpa/

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Faculty Assembly Agendas, Minutes, and Committee Reports

…and Promotion Committee for 2023-24: Alex Bukhgeym - Mathematics and Statistics, Francis Connor – English, Chuck Koeber - Sociology, Robin Henry - History, Ndii Kalomo - Social Work, Mathew Muether – Physics, Lisa Parcell - Communication, Susan Sterrett - Philosophy, Andrew Swindle - Geology. Additionally, Henry, Muether, Koeber, and Sterrett, along with …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/Faculty/CommRep/Reports.php

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Submit nominations for 2023 Heritage Alumni Awards

Wichita State University has a long history of hailing the changemakers who have inspired past, present and future generations of Shockers. On Nov. 7, Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement will recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to elevating and advancing WSU through their philanthropy and ongoing engagement at the 2023…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/08/submit-nominations-for-2023-heritage-alumni-awards/

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WSU hidden gems: Pizza Hut Museum

Did you know that Pizza Hut was started by two Wichita State students here in Wichita? You can look back at the history of the pizza chain by visiting the Pizza Hut Museum, located on the Innovation Campus near the Marcus Welcome Center. The museum stands not only as a monument to the chain that Dan and Frank Carney started, but as a symbol of the innovation…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/20/wsu-hidden-gems-pizza-hut-museum/

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WSU hidden gems: Columns on 17th Street

…by sitting on one of the columns to prevent them from being bulldozed and led the campaign to preserve them. Thanks to her efforts, students today can see a bit of Wichita State history every time they come to campus.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/14/wsu-hidden-gems-columns-on-17th-street/

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John Keckeisen recognized with Excellent Service Award from Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

John Keckeisen, office coordinator of the Department of History, was recognized with the Excellent Service Award from Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/17/john-keckeisen-recognized-with-excellent-service-award-from-fairmount-college-of-liberal-arts-and-sciences/

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Spring 2017 Dean's Honor Roll

…R. PreK-12 Spanish Beam, Hannah M. Exercise Science Beck, Jacy Mathematics 6-12 Beck, Kylie J. Early Childhood Unified Beckner, Remington M. Elementary Education Belsan, Samuel M. History and Government 6-12 Bender, Abigail S. English-Language Arts 6-12 Beneke, Christopher J. Sport Management Bennett, Grant A. Sport Management Benvin, Victoria A. Mathematics…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Deans_Office/Honor_Roll/Spring_2017.php

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NSF Cyberinfrastructure program officer will give virtual presentation over funding and resources for computations

…and funding for researchers and educators with Dr. Amy Apon, a program officer at the National Science Foundation. She is a rotator from Clemson University and has a long history of leadership in the HPC/Cyberinfrastructure community. Apon will discuss funding opportunities and resources for computations available for researchers via the NSF Office …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/19/nsf-cyberinfrastructure-program-officer-will-give-virtual-presentation-over-funding-and-resources-for-computations/

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Jeff Hayton in German Studies Review

Jeff Hayton, Associate Professor in the Department of History, published “The Path of Gratitude: East German Climbers in North Korea’s Diamond Mountains” in German Studies Review May 1. Abstract: This article investigates the origins, course, and experiences of two East German mountaineering expeditions to North Korea in the 1980s. Examining how expedition…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/jeff-hayton-associate-professor-in-german-studies-review/

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Annual Observances | Student Engagement & Belonging | Wichita State University

…University celebrates the heritage, culture, identities, and all backgrounds to promote inclusivity and uplift the communities we serve. We hold programs and events to honor our history and past, celebrate its present and future, and engage the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of all individuals, while raising awareness across campus. What are…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/heritage-months-observances/index.php

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Gordon Parks Academy visits for National African American Read-In

To close African American History Month, The Office of Diversity and Inclusion partnered with The Office of Engagement, University Libraries and fifth-graders from Gordon Parks Academy Feb. 28 for the National African American Read-In (AARI). The read-in featured the children’s book, “Royalty is Fed Up,” written by local author, Misty Colbert. The AARI is a …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/07/oeodi-join-gordon-parks-academy-for-national-african-american-read-in/

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WSU hidden gems: Hammock Lounge, and a bit of WSU folklore

…own hammock? Not to worry, as with your Shocker ID, you can rent one for free from Campus Recreation in the Heskett Center! While you’re there, take a moment to take in the history of Wichita State with the green shamrocks. Born from a prank involving Morrison Hall in the 1960s, the shamrocks now have a permanent home in the heart of the College of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/25/wsu-hidden-gems-hammock-lounge-and-a-bit-of-wsu-folklore/

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

… 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 introduced the fund’s dynamic new leadership team and outlined their vision for …

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

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2020 Kansas Housing Markets Forecast Series

There’s a proud history of real estate in Kansas. In this year’s Kansas Housing Market Forecast Series, we offer you a glimpse of the scenes and images that laid the foundation for where we are today. As you look ahead to what’s in store in the coming year, we hope you enjoy this look back at the past. Select a Market to Explore: Kansas City Forecast…

https://realestate.wichita.edu/data-research/forecast/2020-forecast/

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Take part in Shocker Quest, a campus treasure hunt

Ready for an exciting campus adventure? The Shocker Quest is a treasure hunt designed to get you outside, exploring campus and learning about its vibrant history and art. The grand prize is collection of local gems, including a WSU mug and multiple passes to some of the best attractions in and around Wichita, including the Sedgwick County Zoo, Tanganyika…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/25/take-part-in-shocker-quest-a-campus-treasure-hunt-2/

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Take part in Shocker Quest, a campus treasure hunt

Ready for an exciting campus adventure? The Shocker Quest is a treasure hunt designed to get you outside, exploring campus and learning about its vibrant history and art. The grand prize is collection of local gems, including a WSU mug and multiple passes to some of the best attractions in and around Wichita, including the Sedgwick County Zoo, Tanganyika…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/18/take-part-in-shocker-quest-a-campus-treasure-hunt/

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2022 Kansas Housing Markets Forecast Series

In the midst of a pandemic and its consequent economic turmoil, it may seem that Kansas housing markets are defying gravity. The tightest inventories in history have led to bidding wars, rapidly rising home prices, … and buyer fatigue. Will the market continue a meteoric rise? Or come crashing back to earth? As we navigate into the uncharted void, the 2022…

https://realestate.wichita.edu/data-research/forecast/2022-forecast/