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Shockers and United Way make impact

Last year, United Way-funded United Way of the Plains supported individuals in the Shocker Neighborhood more than 35,400 times, and 211 alone assisted this neighborhood 16,328 times. The top service support categories were emergency social services and case management, food assistance, homeless prevention and developmental support for children. This year,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/12/shockers-and-united-way-make-an-impact/

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One Shocker Family Handbook

One Shocker Family Handbook This online handbook shares ways in which you can assist your student as they prepare for new challenges they may face during their time at Wichita State. Below you will find helpful information about the college transition process; academic requirements and services; including opportunities and resources for student engagement…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/shockerfamily/Shocker_Family_Handbook.php

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Wichita State adds its Shocker pride to Open Streets ICT

Wichita State will show off its unique cultural and educational assets while welcoming the community to campus during Open Streets ICT at WSU and Shocker Neighborhood on Sunday, April 16. Open Streets ICT, sponsored by Wichita Park and Recreation, is a community-building event, on a closed street, intended to promote healthy active living and social…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/09/wichita-state-adds-its-shocker-pride-to-open-streets-ict/

Events Calendar

Shocker Community Night

Shocker Community Night Friday, February 19, 2027 at 5:00 pm Join Campus Recreation and WSU Connect from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 29 for Shocker Community Night -“Move, Play, Connect” at the Heskett Center. This free event is open to K–12 students and their families, church youth groups, TRIO and GEAR UP participants, Shocker Neighborhood families, and…

https://www.wichita.edu/calendar/index.php?com=detail&eID=34064

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Wichita State hosting Open Streets ICT in April | Wichita State News

…- For a second year, Wichita State University will show off its unique cultural and educational assets while welcoming the community to campus during Open Streets ICT - WSU and Shocker Neighborhood on April 14. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/03-march/openstreets_7.php

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FY2026 Annual Report

…& Sorority Life STUDENT GOVERNANCE & ADVOCACY Student Government Association (SGA) Registered Student Organizations (RSO’s) National Student Exchange (NSE) Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker WSU Shocker Experience STRENGTHS, LEADERSHIP & STUDENT IMPACT Leadership Development The ShockerStrengths Initiative CENTRAL OFFICE Marketing, Communications…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/about/FY2026-Annual-Report.php

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Win the Day fitness classes build community in Shocker Neighborhoods

Win the Day fitness classes build community in Shocker Neighborhoods Public Policy and Management Center Friday, July 20, 2018 2:17:59 PM PDT Official press release for Win the Day fitness classes, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 am in Fairmount Park and 8 pm in WSU GoCreate. WICHITA, Kan. — Hang out in Fairmount Park on a Tuesday or Thursday around 8:00 a.m.,…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/communityengagement/release_win-the-day.php

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Our Charge

The Four Target Areas Wichita State’s continued commitment to members of the Shocker Neighborhood are in four distinct targeted areas. Childcare and Education Safety and Place Community Development Health and Wellness These areas were identified using the following documents: Wichita Places for People Plan Project Wichita Report Community Benefits Agreement …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/wichitastateconnect/Shocker_Neighborhood_Coalition/charge.php

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Join Wichita State for United Way literacy fundraiser

Join Wichita State and individual teams/departments as they prepare future Shockers for a lifetime of success. The university is raising money for the United Way’s Champions for Literacy initiative, which puts books and supplies into the hands of students in the Shocker Neighborhood. Reading helps children build cognitive skills, gain a deeper understanding …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/02/join-wichita-state-for-united-way-literacy-fundraiser-2/

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Wichita State chosen as site for Kansas’ first Internet Exchange Point | Wichita State News

… Internet Exchange Point (IXP) in Kansas is slated to be located at Wichita State University, improving internet access, affordability and speed for WSU, Innovation Campus and Shocker Neighborhood users and for users across much of Kansas. The carrier neutral Internet Exchange Point will be funded by a $5 million grant from the state. It will be the first…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/11-nov/ixp_3.php

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Wichita State chosen as site for Kansas’ first Internet Exchange Point | Wichita State News

… Internet Exchange Point (IXP) in Kansas is slated to be located at Wichita State University, improving internet access, affordability and speed for WSU, Innovation Campus and Shocker Neighborhood users and for users across much of Kansas. The carrier neutral Internet Exchange Point will be funded by a $5 million grant from the state. It will be the first…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/11-nov/ixp_3.php

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Claim your student ticket for men’s basketball vs. DePaul Dec. 13

Shocker men’s basketball hosts DePaul in a huge non-conference Saturday morning showdown starting at 11 a.m. Dec. 13 in Charles Koch Arena, so claim your ticket at no additional cost. And bring a new stuffed animal to throw onto the court at halftime during the annual Teddy Bear Toss. Donations benefit local youth in the Shocker Neighborhood.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/10/claim-your-student-ticket-for-mens-basketball-vs-depaul-dec-13/

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Wichita State hosting Open Streets ICT in April | Wichita State News

…- For a second year, Wichita State University will show off its unique cultural and educational assets while welcoming the community to campus during Open Streets ICT - WSU and Shocker Neighborhood on April 14. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/03-march/openstreets_release_7.php

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WSU Shocker Promise will cover tuition and fees for eligible Sedgwick County freshmen | Wichita State News

Shocker Promise will cover tuition and fees for eligible Sedgwick County freshmen WSU Strategic Communications 08/19/2021 02:16:55 PM Aug. 19, 2021 -- Starting fall 2022, any qualified high school senior who is a resident of Sedgwick County will be eligible to receive a scholarship covering unmet tuition and fee costs to attend Wichita State University. The …

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WSU partners with local community to increase Redbud Trail accessibility | Wichita State News

…among members of the Wichita State Office of Strategic Engagement and Planning (SEP), the City of Wichita and Bike Walk Wichita, Wesley Healthcare, and the Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center. “Bike Walk Wichita has been working in northeast Wichita for the past eight years, primarily advocating for bike lanes, the Redbud Path, and street and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/05-may/BikeWalk_7.php

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WSU departments encouraged to register for Open Streets ICT

Open Streets ICT – WSU & Shocker Neighborhood returns April 13 and university colleges, groups and organizations are encouraged to participate. From noon to 4 p.m. April 13, Open Streets ICT will take place on 17th Street from Oliver to Volutsia. The almost two-mile stretch is open for biking, walking and running. The event is free and open to the public.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/wsu-departments-encouraged-to-register-for-open-streets-ict/

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Women’s basketball hosts Rice in Champions for Literacy game Feb. 15

Shocker women’s basketball hosts Rice starting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 in Charles Koch Arena in the annual Champions for Literacy game. The partnership with United Way of the Plains will help every child in the Shocker Neighborhood learn to read. Get your tickets for the game at goshockers.com/tickets and become a Champion for Literacy by donating $10 to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/13/womens-basketball-hosts-rice-in-champions-for-literacy-game-feb-15/

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Women’s basketball hosts Rice in Champions for Literacy game Feb. 15

Shocker women’s basketball hosts Rice starting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 in Charles Koch Arena in the annual Champions for Literacy game. The partnership with United Way of the Plains will help every child in the Shocker Neighborhood learn to read. WSU students can claim their student ticket for no additional cost, thanks to the Student Government…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/14/womens-basketball-hosts-rice-in-champions-for-literacy-game-feb-15-2/

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Claim $15 tickets for men’s basketball game against Alcorn State Dec. 4

Shocker Athletics invites all of Shocker Neighborhood to the men’s basketball game against Alcorn State at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Dec. 4 at Charles Koch Arena. Claim $15 tickets to the game for you, your family and friends by using promo code “NEIGHBOR” at goshockers.com/redeempromo.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/26/claim-15-tickets-for-mens-basketball-game-against-alcorn-state-dec-4/

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Marketing student gains experience through AmeriCorps VISTA

…as the VISTA Youth Advocacy Coalition Coordinator for the City of Wichita. WSU senior Jazelle Thomas is working as an AmeriCorps VISTA serving at the City of Wichita's Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center as the VISTA Youth Advocacy Coordinator. She is majoring in in marketing and minoring in graphic design. She is getting ready to release her website,…

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