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Study abroad experience changes student’s worldview, increases confidence

Abby Arbeiter wanted to sing pop songs in a pub. So, she approached a musician in Fitzgerald’s Bar, in Dublin. Her request led to some cultural confusion.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/31/study-abroad-experience-changes-students-worldview-increases-confidence/

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Learn more about the summer 2024 Paraguay travel seminar

Travel to Paraguay in South America for two weeks to learn more about the culture and take part in a service-learning program. Students will visit different cultural sites and also observe in nonprofit organizations based on their area of interest. Program is open to all WSU students, however preference will be given to students in the Honors College. Attend…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/19/learn-more-about-the-summer-2024-paraguay-travel-seminar/

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ARISE concert celebrates education

Join ARISE, Inc. for its winter concert highlighting a message for education. TEACH (Transformation, Empowerment, Advocacy, Cultural Appreciation and Hope) will be presented at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 at the Wichita State Metroplex at the corner of 29th Street North and Oliver. This event is sponsored by Calvary United Methodist Church and the WSU Office of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/14/arise-concert-celebrates-education/

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Faculty artists Irma Puškarević, Levente Sulyok to present their work

…regional alphabets through collective and personal history and memory. Levente Sulyok explores the relationship between the present, the past and the future in terms of shifting cultural and physical borders. Both are faculty at WSU’s School of Art, Design and Creative Industries and artists featured in Transmissions: The XXIV Faculty Biennial, on exhibit…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/27/faculty-artists-irma-puskarevic-levente-sulyok-to-present-their-work/

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Attend Corbin Connect event Aug. 29

Don’t miss the Corbin Connect Speaker Series: “Cultural Institutions & Educator Support Panel Discussion” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29 in 105 Heskett Center. Hosted by the College of Applied Studies and sponsored by Credit Union of America, explore insights from speakers representing prestigious organizations like Wichita Art Museum, Music Theatre…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/28/attend-corbin-connect-event-aug-29/

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Faculty artists Irma Puškarević, Levente Sulyok to present their work

…regional alphabets through collective and personal history and memory. Levente Sulyok explores the relationship between the present, the past and the future in terms of shifting cultural and physical borders. Both are faculty at WSU’s School of Art, Design and Creative Industries and artists featured in Transmissions: The XXIV Faculty Biennial, on exhibit…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/28/faculty-artists-irma-puskarevic-levente-sulyok-to-present-their-work-2/

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Wichita State adds its Shocker pride to Open Streets ICT

Wichita State will show off its unique cultural and educational assets while welcoming the community to campus during Open Streets ICT at WSU and Shocker Neighborhood on Sunday, April 16. Open Streets ICT, sponsored by Wichita Park and Recreation, is a community-building event, on a closed street, intended to promote healthy active living and social…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/09/wichita-state-adds-its-shocker-pride-to-open-streets-ict/

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Interfest 2022 set for Nov. 2

…Nov. 2 in the RSC Beggs Ballroom. Each semester, WSU students prepare and sell dishes from their native countries for this event. The festival provides a platform for intercultural sharing where the WSU community and visitors can try out diverse cuisine and learn about the origins and cultural significance of a particular dish. It also serves as a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/24/interfest-2022-set-for-nov-2/

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Try new flavors at CAP’s International Coffee and Tea Event

The Cultural Ambassador Program (CAP) invites students, faculty and staff to try different types of tea and coffee from around the world at their International Coffee and Tea Event (ICT) noon-1 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at the Rhatigan Student Center (Room 142). Come grab a cup and recharge.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/14/try-new-flavors-at-caps-international-coffee-and-tea-event/

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WSU receives grant from Library of Congress to research LatinX communities in western Kansas

The Library of Congress American Folklife Center recently selected a Wichita State project focusing on the social, cultural and food based LatinX celebrations in Dodge City, Liberal and Garden City, Kansas. WSU’s proposal was selected from more than 180 applications and will receive up to $60,000 to fund field research.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/10/wsu-receives-grant-from-library-of-congress-to-research-latinx-communities-in-western-kansas/

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SGA funding is open

One of the Student Government Association’s primary goals is to enhance the educational, social, and cultural experiences of the members of the Association. Each year, SGA allocates funding for any recognized student organization or individual for program, research, travel, conference, and leadership development opportunity. To learn more, please visit…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/23/sga-funding-is-open/

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Sigma Lambda Beta’s WSU Rho Beta Chapter earns chapter of the year

…Nevada. The WSU Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta was selected out of more than 100 chapters because of its commitment to the fraternity’s four pillars (brotherhood, scholarship, cultural awareness, and community service) and campus and civic engagement, and leadership on the campus and in the Wichita community despite the difficulties provided by the COVID-19 …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/15/sigma-lambda-betas-wsu-rho-beta-chapter-earns-chapter-of-the-year/

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SGA presents Diversity Week 2022

Registration is now open for Diversity Week Oct. 31-Nov. 4. The theme of Diversity Week 2022 will be celebrating unity in community with daily focuses on cultural, religious, identity and ability diversity. Diversity Week was invented in 2021 by the 64th session of Student Government Association (SGA) as an opportunity for WSU students to be exposed to the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/17/sga-presents-diversity-week-2022/

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Bloom Strategic Plan

In the Fall of 2020, we immersed in a comprehensive strategic renewal process. The goal was to revisit our cultural identity and based on what makes us unique, bring together our community to pursue a plan to reach our full potential. Guided by the Wichita State and Kansas Board of Regents’ priorities and relying on contributions from all our stakeholders,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/annual-report/2022-2027-strategic-plan.php

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Visit the Holmes Museum of Anthropology

This unique museum displays cultural objects from all over the world. All of the exhibits were created by students and new exhibits are installed every spring semester. The collection is also available for research by students and faculty. The Holmes Museum of Anthropology is located in Neff Hall. The main gallery is located on the first floor, and there are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/23/visit-the-holmes-museum-of-anthropology/

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Student Organizations on campus: Women’s Soccer Club

Shockers, did you know about the numerous student organizations you can join on campus? From sports clubs to cultural and international clubs, there’s an organization for you to get involved on campus and collaborate with your peers. This week’s student organization is the Women’s Soccer Club, designed for women who want to continue playing soccer, stay in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/24/student-organizations-on-campus-womens-soccer-club/

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Promoting Academic Student Success applications now open

…facilitates the retention, academic success, holistic development and timely graduation of all underrepresented students at WSU, through academic support services, educational and cultural programming, interpersonal relationships and mentoring. By participating in PASS, students will be able to: Appreciate other students from diverse backgrounds Demonstrate …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/20/promoting-academic-student-success-applications-now-open/

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National Pan-Hellenic Council

Shock the Yard Step Show The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Wichita State University is proud to present the most exciting event of the year, the NPHC Step Show. WSU NPHC fraternities and sororities are excited to present a talented explosion of themed step and stroll routines. What is Stepping? Stepping is an expressive performance art that also functions…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/fraternity_and_sorority_life/national-pan-hellenic-council/step_show.php

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Student Organizations on campus: 3D Printed Prosthetics

Shockers, did you know about the numerous student organizations you can join on campus? From sports clubs to cultural and international clubs, there’s an organization for you to get involved on campus and collaborate with your peers. This week’s student organization is 3D Printed Prosthetics, designed by, and for students to acquire real world experience…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/24/student-organizations-on-campus-3d-printed-prosthetics/

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Student Organizations on campus: Community Service Board

Shockers, did you know about the numerous student organizations you can join on campus? From sports clubs to cultural and international clubs, there’s an organization for you to get involved on campus and collaborate with your peers. This week’s student organization is the Community Service Board, which provides opportunities to help the community thorough…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/24/student-organizations-on-campus-community-service-board/