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Scholarship donors offer one-of-a-kind learning experiences

Mark and Stacy Parkinson go above and beyond for the recipients of their scholarship for first-generation immigrant students. During spring break 2022, the two funded a trip for the students to visit Washington, D.C.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/13/scholarship-donors-offer-one-of-a-kind-learning-experiences/

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Attend International Student Union General Meeting

The International Student Union (ISU) is hosting its first open meeting of the semester at 5-6:30 p.m. Friday, March 11 at the Rhatigan Student Center (Room 266). Those interested in joining the ISU team can meet the executive committee at this meeting.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/08/attend-international-student-union-general-meeting/

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WSU community celebrates grand opening of Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall

The WSU Foundation welcomed faculty, staff and donors to the grand opening celebration of Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall, the first new academic building on WSU’s campus in more than 25 years. The celebration of the $60 million, 125,000-square-foot building featured special remarks from WSU President Rick Muma, WSU Foundation President Elizabeth King, Barton…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/03/wsu-community-celebrates-grand-opening-of-wayne-and-kay-woolsey-hall/

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Japanese culture course now offered at WSU for spring 2022

Japanese Culture and Society (JAPN 324) is now being offered for the first time for spring 2022 at 7:05-9:45 p.m. Wednesdays at the Wichita State South campus. The course is a hi-flex course that students can attend either virtually or in person. During the course, students will learn about Japanese history, cultural background, arts and modern issues. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/20/japanese-culture-course-now-offered-at-wsu/

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Win awesome prizes at movie night bingo

De-stress from the first two weeks of classes and join the Student Activities Council for bingo at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27 in the Beggs Ballroom on the third floor of the RSC. Win a classic game or a challenge round, and you are sure to walk away a prize. You must be a student to be eligible to win, but all are welcome to play. This event is free for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/23/win-awesome-prizes-at-movie-night-bingo/

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Pizza with the President scheduled for Oct. 27

Spend an afternoon with Wichita State President Rick Muma and first gentleman Rick Case at Pizza with the President 4-5 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Rhatigan Student Center courtyard. The event will feature music from DJ Magnum, the Lampy Camper Photo Booth by Lamphouse, games and Homecoming giveaways. The pizza is free to all Wichita State students while supplies…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/20/pizza-with-the-president/

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RSVP for WSU’s Faculty and Staff Winter Party today

President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case cordially invite you to the faculty and staff Wichita State Winter Party 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8 at the Shirley Beggs Ballroom located in the Rhatigan Student Center. The President’s Executive Team will be there to greet attendees at this come and go event. Winter Party attendees will receive a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/10/rsvp-for-wsus-faculty-and-staff-winter-party/

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ICYMI: Woolsey Hall grand opening

Last week, the WSU Foundation welcomed faculty, staff and donors to the grand opening celebration of Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall, the first new academic building on WSU’s campus in more than 25 years. The $60 million, 125,000-square-foot building on the Innovation Campus would not be possible without the efforts and sacrifices of every college and unit at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/06/icymi-woolsey-hall-grand-opening/

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Save the date for Founders Day of Giving Day

This year, we’re celebrating Wichita State’s commitment to our students with our first annual Founders’ Day of Giving on September 14. Save the date to join thousands of Shocker alumni, students, employees, parents, and friends to celebrate our history and invest in our future this Founders’ Day. Giving during this 24-hour event will take your generosity…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/08/save-the-date-for-founders-day-of-giving-day/

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Paint U Dance Party planned for Aug. 19

Welcome back, students. It’s the first week of the semester, don’t let stress sweep in. Come be part of the Paint U Dance Party 9 p.m.-midnight Thursday, Aug. 19 at the Rhatigan Student Center courtyard. The event is free to students and the general public. Get loud and messy with your friends while enjoying a one-of-a-kind experience. Free to students and …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/13/paint-u-dance-party-aug-19/

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Catching up with Klose recipient Juan Aguilar

Four years ago, Juan Aguilar made a decision that is about to make his last two years in college a whole lot more affordable. In 2019, Aguilar — a first-generation student from Garden City, KS — applied for the Doris and Ralph Klose Scholarship, which covers tuition, books and fees for juniors and seniors who are studying math or science education at Wichita…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/07/catching-up-with-klose-recipient-juan-aguilar/

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TRIO Student Support Services accepting new students

Student Support Services is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to a limited number of first-generation students, limited-income students, and students with disabilities. Some of the free services include individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, referrals to loan technology, FAFSA application…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/18/trio-student-support-services-accepting-new-students/

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TRIO Student Support Services accepting applications

Student Support Services (SSS) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to a limited number of first-generation students, limited-income students, and students with disabilities. Some of the free services include: individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, referrals to loan technology, FAFSA application…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/05/trio-student-support-services-accepting-applications/

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Wichita State designated Age-Friendly University for focus on range of learning opportunities

… the world that have committed to meeting the personal, educational and career needs of adults of all ages and to creating age-inclusive environments on their campuses. WSU is the first institution in Kansas to become a member of AFU. Membership in AFU demonstrates WSU’s commitment to provide a full range of learning opportunities that include adults at all …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/07/wichita-state-designated-age-friendly-university-for-focus-on-range-of-learning-opportunities/

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SGA presents Diversity Week: One campus, many people, embracing diversity

The Student Government Association, in partnership with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, is proud to announce that we will be hosting the first annual Diversity Week from Sept. 13-17. We invite all students, faculty and staff to join us for a week full of events and unity for the opportunity to come together and learn more about one another. The goal…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/23/sga-presents-diversity-week-one-campus-many-people-embracing-diversity/

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Join the TRIO Student Support Services family today

TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to a limited number of first-generation students, income-eligible students and students of disability status. Free services include: individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, referrals to loan technology, Free Application for …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/20/join-the-trio-student-support-services-family-today/

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Habitat for Humanity, WSU begin all campus build with raising ceremony

…have partnered for an all campus build that will begin with wall raising ceremony at 9 a.m. Dec.1 at 1304 North Lorraine Street. The event will feature a message from Rick Case, first gentleman, Wichita State. The construction of the house will involve multiple WSU organizations including the following: the WSU Office of Administration and Finance, the WSU…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/15/habitat-for-humanity-wsu-begin-all-campus-build-with-raising-ceremony/

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Encourage students to apply for TRIO Student Support Services

… TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) for additional academic services to help them graduate. SSS is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to first-generation students, income-eligible students, and students of disability status. Free services include individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, referrals …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/23/encourage-students-to-apply-for-trio-student-support-services/

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Historic Tea benefits WSU scholarships

Wichita State University First Gentleman Rick Case, along with the Office of the President and the WSU Alumni Association (WSUAA), will host a Historic Tea at the president’s campus residence this October during Homecoming 2021 week Oct. 23-Oct. 30. Tea times and days available include the following: 11:30 a.m. Oct. 26 2 p.m. Oct. 26 11:30 a.m. Oct. 27 2…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/23/historic-tea-benefits-wsu-scholarships/

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Congratulations to 3MT winners

…would like to congratulate the winners of the fourth Three-Minute Thesis competition which was held on Nov. 12. Fariha Tanveer, a master’s student in biological sciences, placed first with the presentation “Developing a Human Patient ‘Avatar’ System Particularly Relevant to Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). Tanveer’s advisor was William Hendry. …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/19/congratulations-to-3mt-winners/