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Wichita State wins $10,000 to ease adult learners’ transition into college

Wichita State University recently won a $10,000 prize in the inaugural Accelerate Pitch Competition that will help the university build on its success with Shocker Pre-Season programs by offering adult learners a chance to start the school year confident and connected. WSU’s Office of Online and Adult Learning will use the prize from the Association of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/06/05/wichita-state-wins-10000-to-ease-adult-learners-transition-into-college/

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About Us

… all skill levels to share a passion for nature and angling. Through our weekly meetings, members connect, swap stories, and plan upcoming adventures, while our hands-on workshops help everyone learn new techniques or sharpen existing skills. Beyond the classroom, we hit the water together on group fishing trips, camping getaways, and more—all while…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/campus_recreation/competitive_sports/bass-fishing-club/AboutUs.php

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It’s time to submit information for summer camps

To help parents sign their children up for summer camps, the Office of Strategic Communications is compiling Wichita State camp info on the 2024 Summer Camps website.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/22/its-time-to-submit-information-for-summer-camps-3/

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Desmond Cockrell, College of Fine Arts

Desmond Cockrell, from Tulsa, advises fellow Shockers to take advantage of people on campus who offer advising, counseling and career help. He is the first of four siblings to earn a bachelor’s degree and hopes his story can encourage others to succeed in college.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/03/desmond-cockrell-college-of-fine-arts/

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Campus is invited to Glenn Gunnels’ retirement reception March 29

Help celebrate 40 years of service from Glenn Gunnels to two Kansas universities, service to students, staff and faculty, degree and continued educational career at WSU Join the celebration from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, March 29 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/22/campus-is-invited-to-glenn-gunnels-retirement-reception-march-29/

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Meet a Shocker: Christen Brouillette

Christen Brouillette came to Wichita State University from Texas, which they found hard to transition to, but with the help of peers, faculty and the resources available at WSU, they were able to find success. They hope to work as a historian or archivist following graduation.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/meet-a-shocker-christen-brouillette/

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Michael Sengvilay, College of Health Professions

Micheal Sengvilay always wanted to help people, which is why he came to Wichita State University to pursue a career in oral health. While at WSU, he persevered through challenges and is now graduating with his bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene and plans to attend dental school.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/02/michael-sengvilay-college-of-health-professions/

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Freshmen can attend weekly study hall at Shocker Learning Center

…Programs study hall from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday (when classes are in session) at the Shocker Learning Center in 107 Lindquist Hall. Transition mentors will be available to help guide you in your study session, and snacks are available.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/19/freshman-can-attend-weekly-study-hall-at-shocker-learning-center/

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Learn more about the new course evaluation tool: CES

Periodically, information will be posted regarding Watermark’s Course Evaluations & Surveys (CES) tool to help users better understand Wichita State’s new course evaluation tool. Today’s focus is on the basic timeline. The CES Administrator programs the pre-determined dates for each process. This pre-determined schedule cannot be modified. The CES tasks are …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/27/learn-more-about-the-new-course-evaluation-tool-ces-21/

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Visit the Shocker Store during grad days

If you are graduating this spring, visit the Shocker Store during one of its Grad Days. CB Grad/Balfour will be in-house to help with ordering graduation announcements, nursing and dental hygiene pins, class rings and more. Simply stop by between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 19 or 20 at the Rhaitgan Student Center location.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/15/visit-the-shocker-store-during-grad-days/

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Meet a Shocker: Jade Driggs

With two young children at home, U.S. Air Force Major Jade Driggs needed to learn to ask and accept help from others while she was working toward her Ph.D. in human factors psychology. She chose Wichita State University for its impressive human factors psychology program and the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/29/meet-a-shocker-jade-driggs/

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Learn more about the new course evaluation tool: CES

Periodically, information will be posted regarding Watermark’s Course Evaluations & Surveys (CES) tool to help users better understand Wichita State’s new course evaluation tool. Today’s focus is on CES results. Results will only be available at the end of the completed semester. It does not matter when your course took place during the semester. Holding…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/27/learn-more-about-the-new-course-evaluation-tool-ces-24/

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Media Resources Center provides guide for writing ALT text

…how much or how little to say, what details are important and what details can be left out is often as much art as science. The new guide from the Media Resources Center will help you master the art of good ALT text for images on web pages, in PDFs, PowerPoints and other documents.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/media-resources-center-provides-guide-for-writing-alt-text/

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Internal Control faculty, staff selected as next recipient of Rick Rewards

… staff who have achieved the WSU Internal Control All-Star credential were recognized as the next recipient of Rick Rewards on Jan. 8. Faculty and staff who receive the credential help keep the university’s resources applied to its mission. Rick Rewards is awarded each month by President Rick Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of the campus…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/08/internal-control-faculty-staff-selected-as-next-recipient-of-rick-rewards/

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Learn more about the new course evaluation tool: CES

Periodically, information will be posted regarding Watermark’s Course Evaluations & Surveys (CES) tool to help users better understand Wichita State’s new course evaluation tool. Today’s focus is on response rate. A response rate widget will appear on the instructor’s dashboard when the semester’s project starts. However, data for a course may not appear…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/27/learn-more-about-the-new-course-evaluation-tool-ces-23/

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AAC Softball Championship comes to Wilkins Stadium

… by Shocker softball May 8-11 at Wilkins Stadium. The Shockers will be playing for an NCAA Tournament berth and are looking for a home-field advantage from the Shocker Faithful to help propel them into the postseason. All-session tickets are available for purchase now: Adult – $30 Discount (ages 65+ and 12 and under) – $22

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/29/aac-softball-championship-comes-to-wilkins-stadium/

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PDF remediation guides and tips are offered

PDF files, often designed to provide a print-like experience with a document, can create accessibility and usability challenges for end users. To help individual contributors master the skills and tools, the web development and accessibility teams have prepared a comprehensive guide for making PDFs accessible, as well as a video series for those who prefer a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/05/pdf-remediation-guides-and-tips-are-offered/

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AAC Softball Championship comes to Wilkins Stadium

…State Softball at Wilkins Stadium, May 8-11. The Shockers will be playing for an NCAA Tournament berth and are looking for a home-field advantage from the Shocker Faithful to help propel them into the postseason. The Shockers will take on UTSA in the first round of the tournament at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8. All-session and single-session tickets are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/06/aac-softball-championship-comes-to-wilkins-stadium-2/

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Meet a Shocker: Sierra Marie Bonn

Sierra Marie Bonn struggled to balance her work and education, but with the help of scholarships from the Miss Kansas Organization, she was able to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree from Wichita State University. She graduates with her Master of Innovation Design and following graduation, she will compete in the 2024 Miss Kansas Competition and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/meet-a-shocker-sierra-marie-bonn/

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Make a pet rock with the WSU Geology Club May 1

…Shocks. From 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 1 in 264 Rhatigan Student Center, the Geology Club will host an event where you can make your very own “emotional support rock” to help you get through finals. This is a come-and-go event, free for all Wichita State students with their Shocker ID. All supplies and rocks are provided at no charge.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/make-a-pet-rock-with-the-wsu-geology-club-may-1/