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Harvey Najim honors brother’s legacy with transformative $40,000 business scholarship

A Wichita attorney’s lifelong commitment to education, service and community will live on through a new generation of Wichita State University students. Harvey Najim, a 1964 Wichita State graduate and nationally recognized business leader and philanthropist, has established two scholarships in memory of his brother, Harry Louis Najim. At the heart of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/08/12/harvey-najim-honors-brothers-legacy-with-transformative-40000-business-scholarship/

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Harvey Najim honors brother’s legacy with transformative $40,000 business scholarship

A Wichita attorney’s lifelong commitment to education, service and community will live on through a new generation of Wichita State University students. Harvey Najim, a 1964 Wichita State graduate and nationally recognized business leader and philanthropist, has established two scholarships in memory of his brother, Harry Louis Najim. At the heart of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/08/11/harvey-najim-honors-brothers-legacy-with-transformative-40000-business-scholarship-2/

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Harrison joins the Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College

Dr. Kevin Sylvester Harrison, formerly the Wichita State University Military and Veterans Affairs community engagement coordinator, joined the Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College as assistant teaching professor and director of diversity, equity and inclusion. In addition to developing and teaching honors courses, Harrison will oversee recruitment and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/04/dr-harrison-joins-the-dorothy-and-bill-cohen-honors-college/

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Kendra Nguyen

Kendra Nguyen has been part of Wichita State for nine years and works as the public health program specialist in the Community Engagement Institute. She joined Staff Senate five years ago because she’s passionate about elevating voices that don’t always have a seat at the table and helping staff better understand university processes and policies. She now…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/30/staff-senator-spotlight-kendra-nguyen/

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Wichita State student’s debut documentary chosen for 2022 Tallgrass Film Festival | Wichita State News

…and Creative Industries recruitment and communications specialist 09/21/2022 02:14:02 PM Sept. 21, 2022 — The Tallgrass Film Festival has become a staple in Wichita’s arts community during the last 20 years, engaging audiences with world-class programming in a celebration of cinematic arts. The festival is known for connecting film-savvy audiences with…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/09-sept/CorriNewman_2.php

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Angela Linder

… support and uplift others, and she feels honored to represent her WSU family. Angela finds great joy in working at a highly respected university and takes pride in belonging to a community she has called home for a quarter of a century. Outside of work, Angela loves roller skating and spending time with her grandkids, two things that bring her energy and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/06/staff-senator-spotlight-angela-linder/

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Molecular Diagnostics Lab temporarily halting COVID test collection because of forecasted extreme cold | Wichita State News

… (Jan. 5) but will be closed for drive-thru specimen collection Thursday, Jan. 6 reopening specimen collection on Friday, Jan. 7 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. MDL will remain open for Community Collection Partner specimen drop-offs both days 6am-6pm. All tests results will come back in 24 hours. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/01-jan/mdl_pause_weather_8.php

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Stormwater Fee Guidance

…info on stormwater fees and guidance, contact John Colclazier, john.colclazier@wichita.edu. Style Position Image Image Credit Canva Header Stormwater Fee Resources Content Community decision makers can use these guidance documents to make decisions about generating revenue for their stormwater infrastructure. To request a copy of these resources, please…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/Project_Pages/stormwater-fee-guidance.php

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Current Season

…from local dance studios. The event celebrates the creativity and passion of emerging dancers while fostering a vibrant connection between the university and the broader dance community. Join us in supporting the next generation of performers as they light up the stage with energy and expression. Rated: TBD Tickets: $12.00 Jo Zakas Musical Theatre…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/spa/Season_Information/PreviousSeasons/2025-2026.php

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Service-Learning Showcase submissions are now open

… service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues. The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty/staff, community partners and other students to engage in conversation about Wichita State’s…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/service-learning-showcase-submissions-are-now-open-2/

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Kennedy Rogers

…her to join Staff Senate, and five years later – now as past-president – she continues to value the insight, connection and purpose that come from contributing to the campus community. She loves working at WSU because it allows her to serve students alongside incredible colleagues while doing work that feels intentional and meaningful. Kennedy finds joy in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/12/staff-senator-spotlight-kennedy-rogers/

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ShiftSpace Gallery | Pandemic Portrait Series

… the Wichita State ShiftSpace Student Group and the School of Art, Design and Creative Industries. Originally conceived to document how members of the Wichita State art and design community are coping and creating during a global pandemic, the project has expanded to reflect on more than one ongoing crisis. Amy Huser This spring, Amy Huser earned her Master …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/adci/galleries/shiftspace/projects/pandemic_portraits/index.php

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Get involved: Student organizations, Greek Life and student government

Wichita State has more to offer than just your classes. Find your community of likeminded students. Student organizations – Enhance your education by developing teamwork and leadership skills by joining one of the over 200 student organizations on campus or start your own. Greek Life – Immerse yourself with Fraternity and Sorority Life and find lifelong…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/16/get-involved-student-organizations-greek-life-and-student-government/

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Meet Team PPMC

Meet Team PPMC PPMC 08/27/2024 04:23:43 PM We are thrilled to welcome Sarah Gooding to Team PPMC! Sarah joins us as a Community Program Specialist, bringing valuable experience from her previous roles with the City of Derby and the City of Wichita. As a former PPMC Graduate Assistant, we're excited to have her back on the team in a staff role. Welcome to…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2024-meet-team-sarah.php

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Kansas’ top transfer destination for a 12th straight year | Wichita State News

…bullet This is the fifth bullet This is the sixth bullet For the 12th straight year, Wichita State University is the most popular transfer destination for students at Kansas community colleges. Wichita State is working on extending that streak. Students who apply for admission and submit official college transcripts by April 1 could receive a $6,000…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/03-march/transfer_release_1.php

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Highlight Scholar Hashim Syed Shares His Story

…helped shape his Wichita State experience. From advocating for disability rights to creating spaces where students feel a sense of belonging, Syed has made a lasting impact in the community while pursuing his passion for communication. Watch his highlight video now out on YouTube to learn how scholarships empowered him to build confidence, find community and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/08/highlight-scholar-hashim-syed-shares-his-story/

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Farewell message to Wichita State University

…comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on my time here, the friendships made and the work accomplished. Having had the opportunity to serve alongside such a wonderful community of faculty, staff, students and partners has been among the most rewarding in my career. In 2005, my decision to leave the University of Arkansas and join WSU brought…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/18/farewell-message-to-wichita-state-university/

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PA Alumni

… is provided to alums of the Wichita State University Physician Associate (PA) Program. The goal is to encourage sustained connection and communication with our outstanding alumni community. We thank you for your continued support and feedback in helping our program succeed. Stay in Contact Alums of the WSU PA Program are occasionally contacted after…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/pa/alumni/index.php

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Shocker Comeback Grad Spotlight

Quia modi ut aut quidem in. Quod reiciendis omnis qui nemo molestiae. Temporibus voluptatum ullam voluptate eveniet laudantium. Adrianna Anderson Major in Organizational Leadership and Learning Pam Nelson Major in Organizational Leadership and Learning Jennifer Walls Major in Social Work Chao Wang Major in Accounting and Management Regan Self Major in…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/shocker_comeback/student_spotlights_25.php

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ShiftSpace, Wichita Festivals to light up downtown Wichita | Wichita State News

…and Wichita Festivals Inc. The event will take place near the gallery’s location at Groover Labs, 334 St. Francis Ave. ShiftSpace invites WSU students and community members to build an inflatable bubble using simple materials and step-by-step instructions provided by guest artist Kylie Brown, creator of the MULTIBUBBLE project. “When we started to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2020/10-oct/lights_5.php