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Join the April Teaching Matters lunch and learn conversation on the incoming fall 2025 Shockers

The April Teaching Matters lunch and learn conversation, all about the incoming freshman students, will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, April 18 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room. Lunch will be provided. Local high school teachers and counselors will share what they have observed about the current high school seniors who will be the incoming…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/09/join-the-april-teaching-matters-lunch-and-learn-on-the-incoming-fall-2025-shockers/

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HPC training event – Learn to harness high performance computing

Join a focused, hands-on introduction to high performance computing (HPC) designed for researchers, students and professionals looking to accelerate their computational workflows from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 online. Make sure to register ahead of time. The featured speaker for the event is Dave Turner, application scientist at Kansas State University. …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/10/17/hpc-training-event-learn-to-harness-high-performance-computing/

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Attend session on Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Sept. 19

Students interested in studying abroad in 2025 or beyond should plan to attend a session from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room, to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship and the application process. There will be past Gilman Scholarship recipient, Tais Solis, presenting and sharing tips from her experience.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/11/attend-session-on-gilman-study-abroad-scholarship-sept-19/

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united-way-resource-guide-fall-2018

Fall 2018 Resource Guide A quick guide to basic services available in Sedgwick County, Kansas • Information is provided as a community service and does not necessarily constitute endorsement or approval by United Way of the Plains. • This is not a complete list of resources and information is updated regularly; please call us at 2-1-1 or check online for…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/careteam/assets/docs/united-way-resource-guide-fall-2018.pdf

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Earn a $25 QuikTrip gift card or $25 Shocker Dollars

The Office of Assessment is offering freshman and senior students a chance to earn a $25 QuikTrip gift card or $25 in Shocker Dollars if they complete the Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) through Dec. 17. The CLA is a 90-minute open-ended assessment. Why Take the CLA? The CLA is good practice for test-taking for graduate school entrance exams, including…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/01/earn-a-25-quiktrip-gift-card-or-25-shocker-dollars/

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Shocktoberfest announces award winners at Shocker Madness

Thousands of students, alumni, families and community members filled campus with excitement and Shocker Pride during last week’s Shocktoberfest, which welcomed new traditions like the bonfire and Entrepreneur Market, as well as continued traditions like the parade and Shocker Madness. Shocker royalty: Two students were named as Shocker royalty from a court…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/07/2024-shocktoberfest-awards/

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First Friday in April features WSU MFA thesis exhibitions at ShiftSpace

Start your First Friday in April at WSU ShiftSpace (now at the new location inside Harvester Arts at The Lux, 120 E. 1st St N). Featuring the thesis exhibitions of three MFA students: Abby Ausherman, Megan Messer and Brookelle Peterson Robertson, it’s a good way to kick off your weekend. Whether you’re an art lover or a supporter of local talent, you can see…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/26/first-friday-in-april-features-wsu-mfa-thesis-exhibitions-at-shiftspace/

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New Marcus Welcome Center annex showcases Wichita State student experience

Since 2005, Wichita State’s Marcus Welcome Center has served as the gateway to campus, welcoming prospective students and their families. It showcases the university’s commitment to excellence and guides visitors through the application and admissions process. Thanks to another generous gift from the Marcus family, the center now features a new addition that…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/19/new-marcus-welcome-center-annex-showcases-wichita-state-student-experience/

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American Sign Language degree meets student and employment demands

Wichita State students wanting to earn a degree in American Sign Language may follow their dreams beginning with the fall 2023 semester. Shockers will be able to tailor the Bachelor of Arts in ASL to their interests and needs by choosing one of three tracks: The Structure of Language; Language and Culture in Context; or Interpreting Methods. As demand for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/19/american-sign-language-degree-meets-student-and-employment-demands/

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Barton School’s microcredential programs recognized as the first of their kind in the world

…a global leader in educational technology, working to improve how people learn with digital tools. The certification guarantees that these courses are trusted and valuable, giving students an edge in their careers. “Spero was created to help people transform their lives through meaningful jobs and business opportunities,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/14/barton-schools-microcredential-programs-recognized-as-the-first-of-their-kind-in-the-world/

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Compete in the Airbus/WSU Aerospace Engineering Wing Box Contest

The Airbus/WSU Aerospace Engineering Wing Box Design Competition gives students and the public an opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of structural analyses and design. There are three categories participants can compete in: High school: Open to high school student teams. Competitors will design and construct wingboxes and also create a poster…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/06/17/compete-in-the-airbus-wsu-aerospace-engineering-wing-box-contest/

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National Pan-Hellenic Council members send message encouraging citizens to vote

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) at WSU wants students, faculty, staff and all of Shocker Nation to know that they understand the importance of voting in the upcoming election Nov. 5. Four members of the Divine 9, the designation given to the nine NPHC fraternities and sororities, got together recently to deliver that message and demonstrate Greek…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/07/national-pan-hellenic-council-members-send-message-encouraging-citizens-to-vote/

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Police training will be conducted in Brennan Hall I Aug. 20

Police will be conducting a training exercise in Brennan Hall I Wednesday, Aug. 20. WSU students, faculty, and staff can expect increased police presence around 17th and Yale at this time.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/police-training-will-be-conducted-in-brennan-hall-i-aug-20/

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Your impact matters: Be a student judge at SNVC

The countdown to the Shocker New Venture Competition is on — and you can still be part of the excitement. Organizers are inviting students to take an active role in the competition by serving as student judges for the People’s Choice Award. As a student judge, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with innovative student ventures, vote for your…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/08/your-impact-matters-be-a-student-judge-at-snvc/

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Shocker Career Accelerator temporarily closed part of Aug. 12 for job fair

The Shocker Career Accelerator will be closed from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 while the team hosts the On-Campus Job Fair. Shocker Career Accelerator looks forward to connecting students with campus employers during the event.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/11/shocker-career-accelerator-temporarily-closed-part-of-aug-12-for-job-fair/

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Get ready for the SHPEtinas Masquerade Baile March 28

SHPEtinas will be hosting a Masquerade Baile at 7 p.m. March 28 at the Marcus Welcome Center. The event is an opportunity for students to come together for an evening of music, dancing and socializing in an elegant setting. The baile will feature free food, a 360-degree photo booth and a mocktail bar, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/10/get-ready-for-the-shpetinas-masquerade-baile-march-28/

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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/2025/09/02/grub-guide-shocker-hall-dining/

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myShockerhealth newsletter debuts new version

Check out the new version of the myShockerhealth newsletter. Twice a month, the Student Health newsletter provides relevant health information and wellness tips for WSU students and staff. Opportunities to engage in healthy activities, events and volunteer service are also highlighted.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/27/myshockerhealth-newsletter-debuts-new-version/

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Shocker ID perks: WSU General Dentistry

… General Dentistry, located at 2838 Oliver St., which gives discount pricing to dental procedures from cleanings and fillings to extractions and more. The discount also applies to students’ spouses and children.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/16/shocker-id-perks-wsu-general-dentistry/

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Get ready to roll up your sleeves for Wu’s Big Event

This year, WSU alumni are invited to join Shocker students for the biggest day of service at Wichita State: Wu’s Big Event. Launched in 2016, this one-day service initiative allows Shockers to come together to make a difference in the Wichita community. Join in from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 20.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/04/get-ready-to-roll-up-your-sleeves-for-wus-big-event/