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Become a prevention ambassador

Are you interested in an internship that promotes mental and physical wellness and gives back to your community? Become a prevention ambassador. Prevention ambassadors assist the Wichita State Prevention Services Advisory Board (PSAB) in our #WSUWeSupportU mission of preventing suicide, preventing sexual violence, preventing substance abuse and promoting…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/21/become-a-prevention-ambassador/

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GEAR UP director featured on ‘On the Ground’ podcast

Riccardo Harris, executive director of college and career readiness at Wichita State, was recently featured on the National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP) podcast — “On the Ground” — which focuses on the challenges and triumphs of the GEAR UP community. Harris, a native of Wichita, is an acclaimed public speaker and published author…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/27/gear-up-director-featured-on-on-the-ground-podcast/

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Join WSU MVS, Team RWB for the 9/11 moving tribute

Military and Veteran Services and Team RWB Wichita invite the community to join a 9/11 moving tribute from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Sedgwick County Extension Office, park and zoo. From sunup to sundown, organizers will keep at least one flag moving around the four-mile loop in honor of those who perished during the attacks in NYC, the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/join-wsu-mvs-team-rwb-for-the-9-11-moving-tribute/

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Wichita State suicide prevention program provides crucial support for local businesses

After more than two years since expanding into the community, Wichita State’s #WeSupportU Suspenders4Hope program has continued opening its arms to local organizations including Ascension Via Christi, area high schools and now Wichita-based Thrive Restaurant Group. One of the main goals of the Suspenders4Hope awareness campaign is to destigmatize discussions…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/13/wichita-state-suicide-prevention-program-provides-crucial-support-for-local-businesses/

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WSU-faculty authored book about Wichita Mexican Americans wins international book prize

…as the 2022 Best History Book at the International Latino Book Awards Aug. 20 which took place in Los Angeles The book documents the history of the Mexican American community in the Wichitan neighborhood known as the North End or El Pueblo. The book was authored by Wichita State professors Dr. Jay Price, Department of History professor and chair,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/22/wsu-faculty-authored-book-about-wichita-mexican-americans-wins-international-book-prize/

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There is still time to register for WSU’s largest one day volunteer event

Join WSU’s largest one day volunteer event with Wu’s Big Event Sept. 20. Join your fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Individuals, groups, organizations and students are all invited to attend. Check-in for Wu’s Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. The kick-off will begin at 9 a.m. in the 305/306 Rhatigan Student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/there-is-still-time-to-register-for-wsus-largest-one-day-volunteer-event/

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Join author event to rethink how to approach student transitions

RSVP to hear from the authors of “Rethinking Student Transitions: How Community, Participation and Becoming Can Help Higher Education Deliver on its Promise” to reimagine how we think about students in transition Sept. 11-12. The experience is designed to help faculty and staff develop creative ways to build stronger connections and a deeper sense of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/12/join-author-event-to-rethink-how-to-approach-student-transitions/

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March 2018

TITLE AGENCY NAME PI NAME DEPARTMENT AWARD AMT GROW II Metrics Report Kansas Health Foundation Wituk Scott Community Engagement Institute $ 10,000.00 KLC 2018 Team Member Contract Kansas Leadership Center Wituk Scott Community Engagement Institute $ 115,000.00 IDD System Capacity Survey Sedgwick County Wituk Scott Community Engagement Institute $ 9,600.00…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchMonthlyAwards/March18.php

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Join Rising to the Challenge Virtual Workshop series

The Community Engagement Institute invites faculty and staff to the 2022 Rising to the Challenge virtual workshop series. Participants can join each individual or all of these interactive and free workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention. The sessions begin at 11 a.m. and last 60 minutes during the following dates: Aug. 24,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/11/join-rising-to-the-challenge-virtual-workshop-series/

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Annual Report 21-22

Academic Year 21-22: August 1, 2021 – July 31, 2022 Definitions 1. Maxfest: the annual conference for Maxient,2. Maxient: the conduct software we use within Student Conduct & Community Standards to track conduct and academic integrity issues. Additionally, the Bias Incident Response Group, Care Team, Student Health Services, General Counsel, Office of…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/student_conduct/Annual_Report_21_22_Conduct.php

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

In collaboration with PPMC, the Office of Research and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), the WSU community is invited to attend an upcoming grant writing workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 in Ablah Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/28/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals/

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

In collaboration with PPMC, the Office of Research and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), the WSU community is invited to attend an upcoming grant writing workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 in Ablah Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/29/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals-2/

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Adult Learner of the Year award winners recognized

On March 9, the Office of Online & Adult Learning held its annual Adult Learning of the Year (ALOTY) ceremony where it recognized an outstanding adult learner and both a community partner and Wichita State partner who have supported adult learners on campus. The ALOTY winner was Jennifer Johnson, a junior in the elementary education program, who is balancing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/15/adult-learner-of-the-year-award-winners-recognized/

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Enjoy live music at Mini Music Fest Sept. 19

…patio of the Rhatigan Student Center. Featuring a mix of sounds from three bands from the WSU student body and a talented DJ, the event promises to be a celebration of music and community. With free snacks and vendor tables from Fraternity and Sorority Life, don’t miss the evening of music and delicious eats. Free to students with a Shocker ID, $5 for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/09/enjoy-live-music-at-mini-music-fest-sept-19/

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Join the water science communications fellowship and earn a $500 stipend and enhance your career

… communications fellowship. The program will allow you to learn about careers in environmental science and communication, enhance your resume and network with professionals in the community. Participants will attend around five to seven project meetings and three field trips and complete a group project. Students from all majors, including STEM fields and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/29/join-the-water-science-communications-fellowship-and-earn-a-500-stipend-and-enhance-your-career/

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College of Applied Studies Diversity Committee to host faculty presentations

In celebration of Black History Month, the College of Applied Studies (CAS) Diversity Committee invites the campus community to its event, “Being Black in higher education: A Black History Month faculty lecture event,” from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28 via Zoom. The presenters for the event will be Dr. Bobby Berry, assistant dean for diversity and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/20/the-college-of-applied-studies-diversity-committee-to-host-faculty-presentations/

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Accelerate with HPC by leveraging regional and local resources.

…Computing (HPC) cluster at WSU, which was initiated in 2020, provides students and faculty with the computational resources they need to succeed. Any member of the WSU community and those outside of WSU who are KBOR constituents can request access to the HPC cluster. To request account at HPC, visit the HPC website. For those who are new to HPC, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/17/accelerate-with-hpc-by-leveraging-regional-and-local-resources-3/

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OAK Supercomputing Conference and High Performance Computing Security Workshop hosted at WSU

The campus community is invited to the OAK Supercomputing Conference and High Performance Computing Security Workshop at Wichita State University. Major topics will include: High performance and high throughput computing (HPC/HTC) Cybersecurity Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) Data analytics and data visualization Internet of things…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/02/oak-supercomputing-conference-and-high-performance-computing-security-workshop-hosted-at-wsu/

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Dr. Jennifer Friend named dean of the College of Applied Studies

…City and 13 years as a teacher and principal in the Shawnee Mission School District. Dr. Friend’s focus supports culturally responsive learning, research opportunities and community engagement — with an emphasis on diversity, integrity, collaboration, discovery and leadership. Those goals, along with her 30 years of experience working in education, make …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/28/dr-jennifer-friend-named-dean-of-the-college-of-applied-studies/

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Register for 2023 Tilford Symposium

Join the 2023 Tilford Symposium on April 25 and April 26 in the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. This year’s theme, “Building resilience and community: Prioritizing mental health, well-being, and inclusive allyship,” is presented by the Office of the Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer and funded by the Student Government Association. This…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/04/register-for-2023-tilford-symposium/