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New Marcus Welcome Center annex showcases Wichita State student experience

Since 2005, Wichita State’s Marcus Welcome Center has served as the gateway to campus, welcoming prospective students and their families. It showcases the university’s commitment to excellence and guides visitors through the application and admissions process. Thanks to another generous gift from the Marcus family, the center now features a new addition that…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/19/new-marcus-welcome-center-annex-showcases-wichita-state-student-experience/

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Shocktoberfest announces award winners at Shocker Madness

Thousands of students, alumni, families and community members filled campus with excitement and Shocker Pride during last week’s Shocktoberfest, which welcomed new traditions like the bonfire and Entrepreneur Market, as well as continued traditions like the parade and Shocker Madness. Shocker royalty: Two students were named as Shocker royalty from a court…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/07/2024-shocktoberfest-awards/

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College of Applied Studies to host commencement reception

College of Applied Studies (CAS) graduates and their families are invited to join CAS for a reception following the 2023 commencement ceremony from 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at the Corbin Education Building outdoor patio space. There will be light refreshments and music.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/09/college-of-applied-studies-to-host-commencement-reception/

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OAL student spotlight: Sadie Svymbersky

…of Online and Adult Learning (OAL) students are incredibly dedicated to completing their degrees while juggling their responsibilities such as full-time work, caring for their families and participating in their communities. They bring a wealth of experience, perseverance, creativity and a growth mindset to every course they take. OAL wants to share how …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/02/oal-student-spotlight-sadie-svymbersky/

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WSU’s SHPE event will introduce Hispanic students to STEM opportunities

Wichita State University’s chapter for Society of Professional Engineers will host Noche de Ciencias for Wichita Public School students and their families, from 4:30 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 30 at Wichita North High School, 1437 N. Rochester St. This is a free event to introduce Hispanic students to STEM education and career opportunities.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/29/wsus-shpe-event-will-introduce-hispanic-students-to-stem-opportunities/

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College of Engineering to host pre-commencement reception

The College of Engineering is hosting a pre-commencement reception from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 13 in Devlin Hall. Graduates from the college and their families are invited to enjoy refreshments and mingle with staff and faculty. The previous day, all university graduates are invited to participate in the Commencement Cruise at 3 p.m. in Lot 1 and The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/10/college-of-engineering-to-host-pre-commencement-reception/

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New bricks unveiled in Shocker Alumni Walkway

… celebrates the accomplishments of Shocker Nation with lasting tributes etched into the faces of the bricks. Last week, the most recent additions to the walkway were unveiled, and families and friends of the honorees gathered to celebrate this accomplishment. Learn more about how to leave a mark on WSU’s campus.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/24/new-bricks-unveiled-in-shocker-alumni-walkway/

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Celebrate our first-gen Shockers

First-gen students are a vital component in making Wichita State University great. More than 45% of Shockers identify as the first in their families to attend a college or university. We celebrate and support these brave students every day, and particularly during First-Gen Month in November. Watch the video to meet some of our outstanding first-gen…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/07/celebrate-our-first-gen-shockers/

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Support the Shocker Neighborhood United Way campaign

This week the Wichita State community will begin its United Way campaign. We will help support individuals in Shocker Neighborhood and Wichita State employees and their families. Last year Wichita State raised almost $38,000, and United Way of the Plains supported 17,356 individuals in Shocker Neighborhood. The top service support categories were emergency…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/10/shocker-neighborhood-united-way-campaign/

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Pink merch from Shocker Store benefits Victory in the Valley

…in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families. The pink selection includes a short sleeve tee, long sleeve tee and two crew sweatshirts. This offer is good while supplies last and valid at both the RSC and Braeburn…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/19/pink-merch-from-shocker-store-benefits-victory-in-the-valley/

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Pink merchandise available from Shocker Store to benefit Victory in the Valley

…in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. There are two short sleeve T-shirts and two crew neck sweatshirts. All four options are available at the RSC store and online and the Braeburn Square location…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/02/pink-merchandise-available-from-shocker-store-to-benefit-victory-in-the-valley/

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RSC Shocker Store hosting Wu’s Winter Wonderland Photos Dec.11

…(RSC) Shocker Store will host a free photo op with WuShock 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 11 in the basement of the store. This event is open to the entire campus community and their families.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/02/rsc-shocker-store-hosting-wus-winter-wonderland-photos-dec-11/

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Welcome Science Olympiad visitors to campus

Anyone on campus today will notice a huge influx of visitors. We’re expecting more than 7,000 Science Olympiad competitors, families and teachers through Saturday, as well as middle and high school students from throughout the region. They’re here for today’s STEM Expo and Saturday’s Science Olympiad competition, both of which will be held throughout campus.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/18/welcome-science-olympiad-visitors-to-campus/

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FAFSA priority date has been extended

The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships is here to help students and families unlock every dollar. With the new 2024-25 FAFSA simplification, things seem to be taking longer than expected. However, financial aid is here to ease your mind and reassure you its team is ready to support Shockers in the process. In response to the delay, it has extended its…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/08/fafsa-priority-date-has-been-extended/

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GoBabyGo program sponsored by College of Engineering to be featured at Tallgrass Film Festival

…cars for children with disabilities. As part of the program, engineering students collaborate with physical therapy students to customize cars and deliver them at no cost to the families. The video, called a Shock Doc, was created as part of an initiative of the Office of Admissions to create an ongoing digital series featuring students, alumni and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/04/gobabygo-program-sponsored-by-college-of-engineering-to-be-featured-at-tallgrass-film-festival/

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WSU’s Math Circle hosting Pi-Day celebration

…at 7 p.m. March 7 at Jabara Hall (Room 128). Math Circle is a program for middle and high school students. The event is for the middle and high school students, their families Faculty and staff with children or grandchildren grades 5-12 are also invited to attend. To attend, please RSVP with tinka.davis@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/03/wsus-math-circle-hosting-pi-day-celebration/

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Wichita State coalition works to remove barriers to health care

…representatives to places such as Coffeyville, Arkansas City and Dodge City. They represent Alce Su Voz (Spanish for “speak out”), a coalition of Spanish-speaking Latinx families, interpreters, health care providers, community leaders and university faculty and students whose mission is to improve health equity for Spanish speakers and speakers of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/13/wichita-state-coalition-works-to-remove-barrier-to-health-care/

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First Gentleman Rick Case rewards Orientations, Admissions staff

…by First Gentleman Rick Case, on behalf of President Rick Muma, June 14. The groups were recognized for their commitment to the student experience for helping students’ families have a positive experience while transitioning to WSU. Rick Rewards is a program by President Rick Muma that launched in December 2021. The program allows President Muma to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/15/first-gentleman-rick-case-rewards-orientations-admissions-staff/

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MDL continues to process COVID tests; specimen collection is temporarily suspended

…State’s Molecular Diagnostics Lab (MDL) is open and continues to process thousands of COVID tests with 24-hour results. Along with everyone in our region, MDL staff and their families are affected by COVID. Because of recent staff shortages, the lab must focus its staff on test processing and has temporarily suspended its COVID test collection service.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/12/mdl-continues-to-process-covid-tests-specimen-collection-is-temporarily-suspended/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Dr. Gary Brooking

…college student is defined as a student whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree and students who are the first person in their immediate families to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Faculty and staff help spread the word, there is an all-call for first-gen artists to apply for a …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/23/f1rst-gen-friday-dr-gary-brooking/