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Fire safety test scheduled for Friday

Wichita State Fire Safety will be testing the fire sprinkler systems between 3 and 11 p.m. Friday, July 30. The following buildings will be affected: Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Hughes Metropolitan Complex Airbus (PB1) Jerry Moran Center AVET Donald L. Beggs Hall Clinton Hall Duerksen Fine Arts Center Elliot Hall Garvey International…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/28/wsu-fire-safety-test/

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Sigma Psi Zeta offers scholarship opportunities

Sigma Psi Zeta is excited to open applications for our annual Aurora Scholarship. The Aurora Scholarship aims to promote womxn empowerment and create leaders at Wichita State University and within the local community. The Aurora Scholarship, which is sponsored by Sunflower Bank and the Asian Student Conference, will be awarded to two full-time Wichita State …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/08/sigma-psi-zeta-presents-scholarship-opportunities-to-all-undergraduate-students/

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Fifteen teams advance to Shocker New Venture Competition tradeshow

Student innovators from across Wichita State will compete for up to $10,000 in start-up capital during the 2023 Shocker New Venture Competition (SNVC) Trade Show. The competition started with 40 teams and judges narrowed the field down to 15 after the Business Model Video round. Teams were judged on their ability to identify a problem, clearly define a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/11/fifteen-teams-advance-to-shocker-new-venture-competition-tradeshow/

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Great Plains Diabetes hosts Live Well with Diabetes Free event

The Live Well with Diabetes event will take place 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Wichita State Metropolitan Complex (5015 E 29th St N). The event is hosted by Wichita’s Great Plains Diabetes, with support from Health ICT—Kansas Business, the KU School of Pharmacy, Dillons and the Wichita State University Physician Assistant Department. The event will offer…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/14/great-plains-diabetes-hosts-live-well-with-diabetes-free-event/

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Undergraduate Admissions to host Black and Yellow Day April 22

… when they invite high school juniors, seniors and college transfer students to experience Shocker Nation. Encourage prospective students you know to register at the Visit Wichita State website and click on “Admissions Events.” Prospective students in attendance will have several opportunities: Explore academic and student life opportunities. Hear from…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/28/undergraduate-admissions-to-host-black-yellow-day-april-22/

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Play behavioral economic games, earn cash

The Behavioral Economics Laboratory at Wichita State University is recruiting participants. Participants have a chance to earn the following incentives: An unconditional $5 show-up fee: If you show up at the campus lab at the scheduled time, you earn $5. Earn between $15-20 per hour: The amount for participating in the games will vary, and will be based on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/07/play-behavioral-economic-games-earn-cash/

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Beyond the Classroom: Josue Renteria

…applied computing senior who is spending his summer working with Houston Cyber Fusion Center to expand their operational technology security capabilities. His classes at Wichita State sparked his interest in cybersecurity. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge into real-world environments.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/22/beyond-the-classroom-josue-renteria/

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Beyond the Classroom: Kyle Walter

WSU senior Kyle Walter is interning as a student team lead at the Deloitte Smart Factory @ Wichita located on Wichita State’s Innovation Campus. Kyle says the internship has provided him valuable skills in smart manufacturing technology development. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge into…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/07/25/beyond-the-classroom-kyle-walter/

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Beyond the Classroom: Anllir Ramirez-Tenorio

Anllir Ramirez-Tenorio is squeezing in a summer internship with Tesla in between his spring and fall internship with Delta TechOps. Anllir said the resources available at Wichita State have prepared him to succeed in his real-world career opportunities. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/31/beyond-the-classroom-anllir-ramirez-tenorio/

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Fall 2022 tuition assistance deadline approaching

…is reminding students, faculty and staff that the deadline for fall 2022 tuition assistance applications is Friday, July 1. Tuition assistance is available for eligible Wichita State University employees and their dependents and spouse who wish to further their education through classes in a qualifying program at the University. All tuition assistance…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/01/fall-2022-tuition-assistance-deadline-approaching/

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What not to send via email

Help protect the Wichita State community by knowing what information not to share via email. Email communication outside of WSU is not guaranteed to be secure since those emails may not be encrypted. Depending on the type of data, regulatory compliance requirements could require additional protection before it is emailed. Examples of information that should …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/17/what-not-to-send-via-email/

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Sustainability growing part of WSU’s curriculum

In honor of Earth Day April 22, Wichita State is highlighting several sustainability programs available at the university. In the past several years, Wichita State has enhanced its curricular offerings around sustainability, including the following: A sustainability minor An environment and sustainability certificate Certificates in sustainable energy…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/15/sustainability-growing-part-of-wsus-curriculum/

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Student Involvement rebranded as Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership

Wichita State’s Student Involvement is now Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership (SEAL). SEAL will facilitate an engaged campus culture where students are empowered to maximize their potential by creating opportunities for personal growth and real world-readiness. Like Student Involvement, SEAL will be committed to providing opportunities for students to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/07/student-involvement-rebranded-as-student-engagement-advocacy-and-leadership/

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Beyond the Classroom: Chidera Okoro

Chidera Okoro is learning computer skills and coding language as an intern at Wichita State University’s Media Resources Center. She competes in the long jump and triple jump for the track and field team and is a three-time member of the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/02/beyond-the-classroom-chidera-okoro/

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Four days left to enroll for 2022 benefits open enrollment

The 2022 Benefits Open Enrollment is almost over. All benefits-eligible state employees must participate in open enrollment. Log in to the Member Administration Portal to make your elections. All benefits-eligible state employees must make their 2022 elections by Oct. 31. Employees enrolled in medical coverage who do not make a new election will default to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/13/four-days-left-to-enroll-for-2022-benefits-open-enrollment/

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Mortar Board seeking nominations from faculty, staff

The Mortar Board, a national honor society that encourages scholarship, leadership and community service, is seeking nominations for its Wichita State chapter for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Wichita State chapter promotes Reading is Leading, hosts an annual book drive, and reads to children at local elementary schools. The Mortar Board accepts students …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/01/mortar-board-seeking-nominations-from-faculty-staff/

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2022 benefits open enrollment begins today

Beginning today, Oct. 1, the 2022 State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) will open enrollment portals throughout the day. All benefit-eligible employees should have access to their benefits open enrollment portal by close of business on Oct. 1. There will also be an Online Open Enrollment Presentation at 3:00 pm. Tuesday, Oct. 5. via Zoom. Registration is not…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/29/2022-benefits-open-enrollment-begins-today/

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Get 20% off at Bricktown Brewery

Bricktown Brewery will offer Wichita State faculty and staff who dine in 20% percent off their meals 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday at both locations as part of Shock Stop. To receive the discount at Bricktown Brewery, faculty and staff members must present their Shocker ID. To get a table set up before arrival, contact Bricktown Brewery 21st Street and Rock…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/06/get-20-off-at-bricktown-brewery/

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HR Total Rewards team hosting on-site flu shots Nov. 1

WSU HR Total Rewards team is once again hosting on-site flu shots, available to State of Kansas employees and dependents who are currently enrolled in SEHP medical insurance. WSU will have one on-site flu clinic this year on from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1 at the Rhatigan Student Center (Room 264). Click below to schedule an appointment online for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/25/flu-shots-are-available-on-campus-nov-1/

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Celebrate Deah Davis’ retirement

Associate clinical professor Deah Davis has announced she will retire from the Wichita State School of Social Work in December. Please help celebrate her social work career as both a social work practitioner and educator with messages, photos and well wishes at this Kudoboard link. Davis has taught in both the Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/18/celebrate-deah-davis-retirement/