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Shocker Rudd Scholar featured in USA Today

Ashlee Villarreal, one of 18 students awarded the Rudd Scholarship, was featured in USA Today. Ashlee, Garden City High School grad, will start classes at Wichita State in fall 2023. Each Rudd Scholar will receive a full-ride scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and considerable networking and coaching support along the way.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/27/shocker-rudd-scholar-featured-in-usa-today/

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Send in Destress Fest events

…Fest from Dec. 5-8. At this moment we are open to receive submissions from departments and organizations who would like to host any relaxing, decompressing, and unwinding events for Wichita State students to participate in before final examination week. The deadline to submit events is Nov. 18.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/07/send-in-destress-fest-events/

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Trans/GNC Support Group to begin Feb. 16

The Trans/Gender Non-Conforming Support Group creates a safe space for students and builds a personal support network on campus, while processing challenges in a supportive environment. This group will be hosted from 1 to 2 p.m. every Thursday starting Feb. 16 on Zoom. To attend or to learn more about this group, email Rachel Amerson at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/09/trans-gnc-support-group-to-begin-feb-16/

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Campus community is invited to ‘In Bloom,’ senior design showcase

Join the 2023 class of graphic design senior students in celebrating their achievements and growth at their exhibition “In Bloom” in the ShiftSpace Galleries located at Groover Labs, 334 St. Francis. The reception will from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 5, and will include impressive student work in a variety of design mediums and ventures, all with unique…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/20/campus-community-is-invited-to-in-bloom-senior-design-showcase/

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Wichita State University names seven new Koch Scholar recipients

Seven high school students from Kansas and Oklahoma have been awarded $30,000 to $45,000 each as the newest recipients of the Koch Scholarship at Wichita State University. The scholarship is awarded annually by WSU’s Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College. The new scholars each will be awarded $30,000 for in state or $45,000 for out of state tuition over four…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/wichita-state-university-names-seven-new-koch-scholar-recipients/

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Save the date for Winter Welcome at President’s Residence

Save the date for the Winter Welcome on Friday, Jan. 20 at the President’s Residence, behind Wilner Auditorium. There will be ice skating, pictures in the inflatable snow globe, and warm drinks and snacks (while they last). Students are welcome from 5-8 p.m. Ice skates will be provided for those who want to skate. Contact Student Success for additional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/08/save-the-date-for-winter-welcome/

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Submit an abstract for the 2023 Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) provides an opportunity for undergraduate students at WSU to present their scholarly and creative activity to faculty, student and community audiences while competing for cash awards. This year’s URCAF will be held on April 7 in the Rhatigan Student Center. The deadline to submit an abstract is…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/27/submit-an-abstract-for-the-2023-undergraduate-research-and-creative-activity-forum/

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Donate to WSU Mortar Board Senior Honor Society book drive

The WSU Mortar Board Senior Honor Society has a book drive from November 6-19. The philanthropy is Reading is Leading, and the group will donate new or slightly used books for pre-K to fifth-grade students at Minneha Elementary in Wichita. Donation box locations are the Heskett Center, Shocker Hall, Dining Hall, RSC, Ahlberg Hall, Ablah Library, and the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/07/donate-to-wsu-mortar-board-senior-honor-society-book-drive/

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Destress with SAC’s ‘Polar Express’ movie night

Settle in for a cozy night of “Polar Express,” popcorn, cookies and hot chocolate at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7 in the CAC Theater. Admission is free to Wichita State students, and pajamas and blankets are recommended. This movie night is sponsored by the Student Activities Council, tap into our linktree to view more events, ask questions, and learn how you…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/01/destress-with-sacs-polar-express-movie-night/

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Tomorrow is Founders’ Day of Giving

WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement’s annual day of giving is nearly here. Thursday, Sept. 14, join thousands of Shocker alumni, students, employees, parents and friends to celebrate our history and invest in our future. It’s all possible at Wichita State; but it’s only possible through your support. Join WSUFAE this Founders’ Day to support what you love…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/12/tomorrow-is-founders-day-of-giving/

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Join the Society of Manufacturing Engineers for meeting

Students are invited to join a meeting of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 in 331 John Bardo Center. At the meeting, participants can learn more about the organization and participate in a fun toothpick tower building competition to win prizes. All majors are welcome and do not need to be current members of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/29/join-the-society-of-manufacturing-engineers-for-meeting/

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SAC taking event submissions for De-stress Fest

…host the De-stress Fest from May 1 to May 4 and is accepting submissions from departments and organizations who would like to host a relaxing, decompressing and unwinding event for Wichita State students before finals week. Events or workshops do not have to be 70s or groovy themed. The deadline to submit events is by Friday, March 31.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/10/sac-taking-event-submissions-for-destress-fest/

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Call for nominations for 2024 transition mentor staff

The Office of Student Success and First-Year Programs are looking for nominations of students that you believe will make an outstanding transition mentor (TM). TMs play a vital role in guiding, supporting and motivating incoming Shockers throughout summer orientation programs and in the fall semester. Nominations will be accepted until Oct. 31 and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/29/call-for-nominations-for-2024-transition-mentor-staff-2/

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Learn about graduate student research at WSU

The Graduate School invites faculty and staff to learn about the research Wichita State graduate students and their faculty advisors are conducting by visiting the Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) Symposium. The symposium will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 14 at 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Award winners…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/13/learn-about-the-graduate-student-research-at-wsu/

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Happy holidays, Shockers

As the year draws to a close, Wichita State has so much to celebrate, including each of our amazing students. I want to thank all of you for choosing WSU and for all your hard work this year. I hope you thoroughly enjoy your time off; and if you’re graduating this week — please accept my heartfelt congratulations. You did it! I can’t wait to see what you do …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/12/happy-holidays-shockers/

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Graduate School to host Speak for Success Oct. 21

The Graduate School and presenters Lisa Parcell and Sandy Sipes, from the Elliott School of Communication, will host a Speak for Success event 12:20-1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at 112 Elliott Hall. During the event, students, faculty and staff can learn how to synthesize their research, speak persuasively and will learn how to explain the significance of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/13/graduate-school-to-host-speak-for-success-oct-21/

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Meal plan options are now available with Shocker Dining

Students, faculty and staff can save time on meal prep and dishes with a meal plan, now available for summer and fall 2023. Shocker Dining is open weekdays over the summer during breakfast, lunch and dinner. For questions or to just chat, visit its office in 235 Rhatigan Student Center or call 316-978-3477. Shocker Dining is available to help Shockers find…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/12/meal-plan-options-are-now-available-with-shocker-dining/

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Shocker baseball hosts Oakland for upcoming series

The Wichita State vs Oakland series is this weekend at Eck Stadium. The following are the times and dates for the upcoming games: 3 p.m. Friday, March 3 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4 1 p.m. Sunday, March 5 Students receive admission to all games at no additional charge with a Shocker ID. Faculty and staff also receive admission to Friday home games at no…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/01/baseball-upcoming-series-shockers-vs-oakland/

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AHINSA presents Bollywood Night Sept. 2

Join Association of Hindu Students in America (AHINSA) for an enchanting Bollywood Night starting at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2 in the Beggs Ballroom of the Rhatigan Student Center. Get ready to sway to the rhythms of beloved Indian melodies as AHINSA presents an unforgettable evening filled with music, dance and joy. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tunes that…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/20/ahinsa-presents-bollywood-night-sept-2-2/

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Attend Dr. Aaron Austin’s farewell event

After five years of dedicated service impacting countless lives at WSU, Dr. Aaron Austin, associate vice president and dean of students, has accepted a position at TNG as a behavioral intervention team/threat assessment consultant. His last day at WSU will be Friday, Jan. 6. The Shocker community is invited to a farewell event to thank and honor Dr. Austin…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/02/attend-dr-aaron-austins-farewell-event/