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Esports invites community to open house of new facility

The College of Applied Studies will host an open house for the grand opening of Wichita State’s new Varsity Esports facility in 156A Corbin Education Center. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 6, with opening remarks from Shirley Lefever, provost and executive vice president, starting at 5 p.m. This event is open to the WSU community along with those…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/01/college-of-applied-studies-hosts-esports-facility-open-house/

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Two Barton School students to compete at National DECA competition

In just its first year, the Collegiate DECA chapter at Wichita State is already making its mark nationwide. The WSU team competed in the statewide DECA competition at Tabor College in February. Two members — Jennifer Calvo, marketing major, and Nathan Holloway, business administration major — placed in the top three in their events. As a result, they will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/13/two-barton-school-students-to-compete-at-national-deca-competition/

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Students invited to create finals survival bag to de-stress before finals

Come and de-stress before finals by creating a finals survival bag with the Student Activities Council (SAC). It will have a Wu-themed bracelet-making station, miniature Wichita State coloring books and snacks. Just grab a bag and collect items. Finals survival bags will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 3 on the first floor of the Rhatigan …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/20/students-invited-to-create-finals-survival-bag-to-de-stress-before-finals/

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NIAR expands military fleet sustainment capabilities

Through a new collaboration with McFarland Research and Development, Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) will expand its burgeoning military fleet sustainment research and development capabilities. McFarland R&D, founded by Randy McFarland, will continue in operation. To further leverage McFarland R&D’s existing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/08/niar-expands-military-fleet-sustainment-capabilities/

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Math Circle promotes mathematical literacy, curiosity in youth

The Wichita State University Math Circle pairs pre-college students with mathematics professionals from WSU to understand and work with interesting problems and topics in math at weekly workshops. Students gain insight into topics that go beyond what they work with in their classrooms, ranging from the history of math in ancient cultures to the math hidden…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/09/math-circle-promotes-mathematical-literacy-curiosity-in-youth/

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2023 Benefits Open Enrollment Events

All benefits-eligible state employees must participate in Open Enrollment! Log in to the Member Administration Portal at https://sehp.member.hrissuite.com to make your elections. Events occurring next week: Monday, October 24: Online Open Enrollment Presentation at 3:00pm. Registration is not required, Zoom link to join can be found at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/14/2023-benefits-open-enrollment-events-3/

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2023 benefits Open Enrollment events this week

All benefits-eligible state employees must participate in Open Enrollment! Log in to the Member Administration Portal at https://sehp.member.hrissuite.com to make your elections. Events occurring this week: Wednesday, Oct. 19: Online Open Enrollment Presentation at 9 a.m. Registration is not required. Zoom link to join can be found at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/10/2023-benefits-open-enrollment-events-2/

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Student Activities Council invites students to join concert planning committee

Student Activities Council (SAC) is looking for students who are interested in learning more about event planning and those who want more of a say in what artists SAC brings to Wichita State. Students can join the normal SAC member meetings at 4:15 p.m. every Tuesday in 233 RSC to become a full SAC member, or just attend the concert committee meetings from 5…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/27/student-activities-council-invites-students-to-join-concert-planning-committee/

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E-waste and shredding event set for Jan. 27

The campus-wide quarterly e-waste and shredding event will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 at NetApp’s southeast parking lot on the Wichita State Innovation Campus. The following are items that can be disposed of during the event: Personal documents are accepted for secure shredding. All personal electronics will be accepted, including …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/06/e-waste-and-shredding-event-set-for-jan-27/

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rpk Group Steering Committee to be live-streamed

…(KBOR) and rpk GROUP are collaborating on a project to ensure the six KBOR bachelors-granting institutions are offering academic programs that align with Kansas’ goals for the state’s higher education enterprise, meet student expectations for programs centered on student success and increasing their employability, and efficiently deliver faculty and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/29/rpk-group-steering-committee-to-be-live-streamed/

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Donate food, pay off fines with October Food for Fines

Food For Fines is an initiative to serve the population of Wichita State while supporting the Shocker Support Locker. During the week of Oct. 2-6, certain parking and traffic citations can be forgiven with a designated donation to the Shocker Support Locker. Donations can be dropped off at the Student Government Association office in 219 Rhatigan Student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/donate-food-pay-off-fines-with-october-food-for-fines/

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Attend the annual FYRE in STEM Research Showcase

The First Year Research Experience (FYRE) in STEM Research Showcase dives into diverse subjects, including science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Learn more about the different research projects happening around Wichita State from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, May 8 in the Milton A. and Dawn P. Messinger Digital Scholars Commons of the Ablah Library. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/19/attend-the-annual-fyre-in-stem-research-showcase/

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Student Conduct & Community Standards provides a safe environment for students

At Wichita State, Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) is dedicated to fostering the personal, ethical and intellectual growth of every student, nurturing their sense of responsibility, awareness and civic engagement. SCCS’s primary goal is to create a safe environment for all WSU students. If you’re interested in accessing data and analytics…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/01/student-conduct-community-standards-provides-a-safe-environment-for-students/

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Shocker Leadership Awards application deadline extended

…Awards have been extended to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 19. The Shocker Leadership Awards recognize the work of student-led organizations, students, faculty and staff at Wichita State. Official WSU student organizations, university-affiliated student groups and individuals may be nominated by a student, faculty member, staff member or organization.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/09/shocker-leadership-awards-application-deadline-extended/

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Former president of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, engineer in residence to speak on campus

Leanne Caret — former president of Boeing Defense, Space & Security and the 2023 engineer in residence for the College of Engineering — is visiting Wichita State again from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 and Friday, Oct. 6 in 209 Hubbard Hall. Caret will participate in two interviews, have a private lunch with engineering students and be featured at a speaking…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/former-president-of-boeing-defense-space-security-engineer-in-residence-to-speak-on-campus-3/

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WSU alumnus honors his mother’s passion for education

Wichita State University sees many returning adult and nontraditional students each year, and after graduating in 1971, Ed Vega thought about one day doing something to help them. Today, Vega wants to honor the pursuit of education his mother inspired in him by designating a planned gift in her name toward a scholarship for women who are returning adult…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-alumnus-honors-his-mothers-passion-for-education/

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Attend Latine Faculty and Staff Association reception Sept. 15

At Wichita State, 2021 data shows that 7% of faculty and staff identity as Hispanic/Latino. Of this information, there are two full tenure Latina/o professors. As WSU continues to grow, the campus is excited to introduce the first Latine employee resource group. Join the WSU Latine Faculty and Staff Association for a come and go reception from 11 a.m. to 1…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/08/attend-latine-faculty-and-staff-association-reception-sept-15/

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Department of Social Work is accepting applications for its MSW program

For those who want to “be the change,” social work may be the right path for that goal. Wichita State’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program is accepting additional applications for the 2023-24 school year through Saturday, April 1. The program is open to all majors and has both full- and part-time schedule options. MSW students go on to work in mental…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/department-of-social-work-is-accepting-applications-for-its-msw-program/

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WSU’s Gateway to IP program leads STEM students into patent law careers

When Rob Gerlach joined the Office of Tech Transfer and Commercialization at Wichita State in 2018, he noticed a gaping hole in the community: For a city that prides itself on its entrepreneurial spirit, Wichita was severely lacking in people to protect and manage its innovations. In fact, a quick database search revealed that there were only a handful of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/03/wsus-gateway-to-ip-program-leads-stem-students-into-patent-law-careers/

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TIAA in-person KBOR retirement plan consultations to be available at WSU

Jeremy Kohn, ChFC, Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA) financial consultant, will be available at Wichita State on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Wednesday, Oct. 18 for in-person KBOR retirement plan consultation meetings. Kohn can help individuals confirm they are on track for enough income at retirement and provide specific investment…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/12/tiaa-in-person-kbor-retirement-plan-consultations-to-be-available-at-wsu-2/