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Shockers can get to know their peers and kick their semester off right with Welcomefest events

…and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted with each other, learn their way around campus and find ways to connect with the community. View the schedule of events and get connected to campus resources at wichita.edu/welcomefest Welcomefest is sponsored by Student Engagement & Belonging.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/15/shockers-can-get-to-know-their-peers-and-kick-their-semester-off-right-with-welcomefest-events/

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Get to know your fellow Shockers and kick the semester off right with Welcomefest

…and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted with each other, learn their way around campus and find ways to connect with the community. View the schedule of events and get connected to campus resources at wichita.edu/welcomefest Welcomefest is sponsored by Student Engagement & Belonging.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/15/get-to-know-your-fellow-shockers-and-kick-the-semester-off-right-with-welcomefest/

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URCAF abstract submission deadline extended to March 29

…Student Center. The URCAF provides an opportunity for undergraduate students at Wichita State to present their scholarly and creative activity to a faculty, student and community audiences while competing for cash awards. Each student’s work at the forum is presented under the mentorship of a WSU faculty member. WSU faculty and staff may also judge…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/14/urcaf-abstract-submission-deadline-extended-to-march-29-2/

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First Gentleman Rick Case rewards Orientations, Admissions staff

…by President Rick Muma that launched in December 2021. The program allows President Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of a member, or members, of the campus community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/15/first-gentleman-rick-case-rewards-orientations-admissions-staff/

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Wichita State women's basketball coach Terry Nooner is a man of the Midwest | Wichita State News

… are well-connected. We think there’s a measure of a regional flair or flavor to our recruiting that will be helpful in terms of developing community support.” Nooner played at Kansas from 1997-2000. He worked as an assistant coach Kansas in 2012-13 and again from 2020-2023. “My biggest focus starting out is that we make sure that the great players that are …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/04-april/nooner_7.php

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New Faculty: Stephen Jennings

…joining Wichita State University’s School of Digital Arts, he taught animation and digital production courses at Clemson University, the University of Iowa, and Southeastern Community College. From 2002 to 2023, Jennings was founder and director of Grasshorse Technologies, an animation and visual effects studio that produced commercials, animated shorts,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/digital_arts/_sodanews/_updates/updates_newfaculty_jenningsstephen.php

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Grief Handout – Students

… Struggles and Challenges After a Loss All of us encounter times of struggle and challenge as we pursue our goals in life. When dealing with experiences of loss like the one our community recently experienced, the academic demands that are a primary part of university life often take a back seat as we focus our energy on coping with the loss itself and the…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/careteam/assets/docs/grief-handout-students.php

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Wichita State named No. 1 most affordable, LGBTQ-friendly school in Kansas

…and paired it with information from Campus Pride, which developed an Index to examine LGBTQ acceptance on college campuses based on policies, administrative support, campus community involvement and other factors.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/21/wichita-state-named-no-1-most-affordable-lgbtq-friendly-school-in-kansas/

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Sedgwick County Recovery Connect Helps Nonprofits Recover from the Pandemic

…the PPMC Recovery Connect is led by the PPMC (Public Policy & Management Center at Wichita State University). Our mission is to enhance public service to best serve your community. The PPMC has more than 60 years of experience working directly with governments and nonprofit organizations in the areas of applied research, technical assistance,…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2022-06-28-recovery-connect-nonprofits.php

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#WSUWeSupportU substance use and mental wellness training available May 17

… to help students, faculty and staff develop tools to reflect on how they engage with substances, stigma related to substance use disorder and how to best support members of their community. Participants will receive a free Suspenders4Hope T-shirt on completion of the training. If you are interested in attending, students can register by submitting a form…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/06/wsuwesupportu-substance-use-and-mental-wellness-training-available-may-17/

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HSI Initiatives hosting Latina panel May 3

…political reporter for KAKE News. The women will discuss their journeys and share perspectives on doing work in the political realm as well as supporting and representing the community. Food will be sponsored by Connie’s Mexican Restaurant. For questions and more information, contact Dr. Sara Mata at sara.mata@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/26/hsi-initiatives-hosting-latina-panel-may-3/

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Barton School’s Spero program secures funding for year 2 expansion

…program in WSU’s history and the first 1EdTech TrustEd microcredential program in the world. “I am proud of the impact Spero has already made in helping community members who need it most,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School and executive director of Spero. “With the continued support of the Charles Koch Foundation and the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/29/barton-schools-spero-program-secures-funding-for-year-2-expansion/

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Direct Support Professional: Certificate of Advanced Proficiency Part III

…Heather Brown As a longtime employee in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Heather's goal is to continue to educate employees, stakeholders, and the greater community about disabilities, to advance the agenda for greater knowledge, better funding, acceptance, and equal treatment.Currently, Heather works as a training and development…

https://badges.wichita.edu/badge/direct-support-professional-certificate-of-advanced-proficiency-part-iii/

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Glenn W Fisher

…to Colorado to be near the mountains and their daughter Rhonda in 2012. Their 42 years of extraordinary contributions to our School, our University, and our community gave us a social bond that cannot not be replaced. H. Edward Flentje, professor emeritus November 24, 2018

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/Glenn_W_Fisher.php

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Wednesdays in Wiedemann returns Feb. 2

… professor of music, college organist and sacred music coordinator. Rooyen will perform a half-hour concert with works by Bach and Franck. The event is free and open to the campus community with live-streaming also available on the Wichita State School of Music Facebook page.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/20/wednesdays-in-wiedemann-returns-feb-2/

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Wichita State to host Wichita Jazz Invitational April 24

…events of its kind in the country. Each year, the festival presents performances, workshops and educational opportunities, keeping jazz thriving in the Wichita community. The WSU Jazz Invitational is one of the School of Music’s most visible events, bringing together students, educators and artists to celebrate the power of jazz.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/17/wichita-state-to-host-wichita-jazz-invitational-april-24/

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Division of Finance and Administration selected as next recipient of Rick Rewards

…who was instrumental in the recent search for Golling’s successor. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of the campus community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/07/office-for-vice-president-administration-and-finance-selected-as-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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Christine Fuston

…Association and is a member of the Student Government Association Mental Health Task Force. Other activities that have helped shape her interest include being a member of the Community Psychology Association, as well as being the Communications Director for the Mortar Board Senior Honor Society. Speech AbstractBack to Homepage

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/activities/TEDx/Speaker_Bio/Christine_Fuston.php

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Deadline to nominate someone for ALOTY or OLOTY is March 7

…3 to 5 p.m. April 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Every year, the ALOTY awards recognize an outstanding adult student at Wichita State, a WSU partner and a community partner who support these adult learners on their journey towards a degree. To qualify for the ALOTY award, a student must be 24 years or older, have a 2.5 GPA and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/28/deadline-to-nominate-someone-for-aloty-or-oloty-is-march-7/

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Attend retirement reception for Theresa Turenne April 26

…in celebrating Theresa Turenne at a come and go retirement reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, April 26 in 135 Woolsey Hall, with remarks at 3 p.m. Theresa has served the WSU community for over 20 years. She has worked in both the International Office and Student Accounts Receivable office during her time at WSU. She received her Master’s in Public…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/17/attend-retirement-reception-for-theresa-turenne-april-26/