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NIAR opens Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research at Wichita State

…and Research (HAMR) following a two-day grand opening event that brought together industry leaders, federal partners, Wichita State and NIAR employees, and the greater community. The 170,000-square-foot facility is now open for industry and government research, development, training and collaboration. Located on Wichita State’s Innovation Campus,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/15/niar-opens-hub-for-advanced-manufacturing-and-research-at-wichita-state/

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Accessibility Summer Camp is June 12; WSU faculty, staff and students can register for free

Accessibility Summer Camp welcomes all members of the WSU Community to join us for an opportunity to learn about accessibility. Accessibility Summer Camp 2026 is a one-day, virtual conference happening from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, June 12. The conference, started by WSU Tech eight years ago, is globally attended and consistently offers a diverse program…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/10/accessibility-summer-camp-is-june-12-wsu-faculty-staff-and-students-can-register-for-free/

Ulrich Museum of Art

Thank You 2021-2022 Donors

At the Ulrich, Wichita State University’s Museum of Art, exhibitions and programs are the foundation of our operations and our outreach to the community. We rely on your support through Salon Circle memberships, sponsorships, and contributions to the Art Matters Endowment for Exhibitions and Programs to sustain this important work. We thank you for all you…

https://ulrich.wichita.edu/thank-you-2021-2022-donors/

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Host an event for SHOCKFEST, Welcome Weekend for new and returning Shockers

Wichita State’s SHOCKFEST (Welcome Weekend) is back, and organizers invite campus departments and community partners to host events that help new and returning Shockers feel welcomed, connected and excited to be part of Shocker Nation. What is SHOCKFEST? — A cross-campus effort to engage new and returning students the weekend prior to the first day of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/08/host-an-event-for-shockfest-welcome-weekend-for-new-and-returning-shockers/

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Manage your back-to-school stress with therapy dogs at PAWS & Relax

New semester, new stress? Snuggle therapy dogs instead. Student Success and University Libraries invite the campus community to PAWS & Relax from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 28 at Ablah Library. Friendly therapy dogs from Love on a Leash will be on hand to help you unwind and recharge. Research shows that spending time with animals can help reduce stress…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/manage-your-back-to-school-stress-with-therapy-dogs-at-paws-relax/

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Meet Mason Moore

…in arboriculture enhanced his knowledge of tree biology and fostered a lifelong love for the outdoors. Mason thrives in the summer, enjoying the heat and watching his garden flourish. He loves hiking and occasionally searches for champion trees, the largest of their species in the state. What motivated you to return to WSU as an adult learner? I…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/peer_ambassadors/mason_moore.php

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Black History Month faculty profile: BreAnn Gilkey | Wichita State News

…12:41:58 PM Feb. 7, 2024 — Black History Month serves as a time for reflection, education and the promotion of awareness about the rich and diverse history of the Black community. Wichita State is embracing the rich tapestry of history and heritage by highlighting some of the amazing Black educators who make a difference in students' lives every…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/02-feb/bhm_gilkey_2.php

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RSVP for retirement reception for Joan Adkisson Feb. 9

The Barton School of Business invites the campus community to celebrate the retirement of Joan Adkisson, executive director, Finance and Administration, who has served Wichita State with dedication and distinction for over 22 years. A come-and-go reception will be held between 3 and 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 in 141 Woolsey Hall, Fidelity Bank Ballroom. Light…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/21/rsvp-for-retirement-reception-for-joan-adkisson-feb-9/

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Army ROTC program to begin at WSU this fall

…National Guard and Cadet Command Army ROTC to begin offering a Senior Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program. The program, housed under WSU’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, will begin in fall 2019, creating a path to college for the nearly 2,500 students already involved in Junior ROTC programs at Wichita-area middle and high…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/04-april/army_rotc.php

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Shocker Neighborhood development panel

Join the Wichita State Office of Strategic Engagement and Planning, W- Young Professionals and ICT UP for a community conversation 5:30-7 p.m. July 20 at McAdams Recreation Center. The event will include a panel lead by community leaders who will discuss and highlight a current development project in the city that sheds light on the importance of exercising …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/15/shocker-neighborhood-development-panel/

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From law enforcement to mentorship: WSU professor is shaping research and student success | Wichita State News

…11:37:22 AM May 8, 2025 – WSU professor Michael Birzer blends law enforcement experience with research and mentorship, empowering students through hands-on learning and community-focused scholarship. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This is…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/05-may/birzer_3.php

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Spero receives $500,000 commitment to support continued impact

The Barton School of Business has received a $500,000 commitment from Vicki Decarsky via Derby Community Foundation in support of Spero, a workforce and entrepreneurship initiative designed to expand opportunity across Wichita. This gift will help sustain and grow Spero’s programming as it continues to connect individuals with meaningful employment pathways …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/22/spero-receives-500000-commitment-to-support-continued-impact/

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Join professional development session on building strong team integrity June 11

Strong teams rely on trust, alignment and shared purpose. Led by Percy Turner of the WSU Community Engagement Institute, this session will explore strategies to maintain team cohesion and accountability, even during times of change. Join from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 11 (check-in at 12:45 p.m.) at the Wichita Public Library Advanced Learning Library, 711…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/22/join-professional-development-session-on-building-strong-team-integrity-june-11/

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Join Shocker Nation at College Day at Riverfest June 6

Head out to downtown Wichita and show off your Shocker pride at FutureFest with Wichita State, WSU Tech and NIAR, alongside other members of the campus community, from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6 in front of Century II, 225 W. Douglas Ave., part of this year’s Riverfest. Booths will be stationed just north of Century II, featuring interactive exhibits,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/01/join-shocker-nation-at-college-day-at-riverfest-june-6/

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Take naloxone administration training May 27

HOPE Services is presenting DCCCA’s one-hour naloxone administration course from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 in 203 Rhatigan Student Center, Lancelot Room to the WSU community to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and respond to an overdose crisis using naloxone and other available resources. Naloxone is a life-saving…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/19/take-naloxone-administration-training-may-27/

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From testimonios to dialogue: Conversations about funding for medical interpretation

By Rachel Showstack In the Alce su Voz (‘Speak out’) community, we talk a lot about the importance of sharing our testimonios, the stories that we tell that are connected with a sociopolitical context and that often include a declaration of the need for systemic change. The practice of sharing testimonios and listening attentively to other’s stories has…

https://alcesuvoz.wichita.edu/2022/10/12/from-testimonios-to-dialogue-conversations-about-funding-for-medical-interpretation/

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A message from the president: Navigating our financial future together

Dear Shocker community,  I want to begin by thanking each of you for your continued dedication to Wichita State University, our students and the communities we serve. Your commitment and creativity are the reasons our institution continues to move forward with confidence — even in challenging times. As we prepare for the upcoming fiscal year, I want to be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/09/a-message-from-the-president-navigating-our-financial-future-together/

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Emotional Wellness w/ Dr. Jessica Provines

Join us as we discuss how to create Emotional Wellness for your self and your community with emotional wellness expert Dr. Jessica Provines.

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/emotional-wellness-w-dr-jessica-provines/

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Kate Compton

Kate Compton, Assistant Professor, Acting, in the School of Performing Arts, was featured in the Wichita Community Theatre performance of “Almost Maine” Dec. 4-14.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/11/10/kate-compton-featured-in-wichita-community-theatre-performance-of-almost-maine/

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Amy DeVault

Amy DeVault, senior educator of journalism and media production in the Elliott School of Communication, was recognized as a 2026 Faculty Champion from the Center for Community News at the University of Vermont.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/13/amy-devault/