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Fairmount College induction ceremony included three honorees

The campus community is invited to join the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the induction ceremony of its hall of fame honorees 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22 at Wiedemann Auditorium. Induction into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame is the highest recognition of outstanding alumni who have had a significant impact on the region, nation and world.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/19/fairmount-college-induction-ceremony-included-three-honorees/

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Barton Speaker Series survey seeks your feedback

The Craig W. Barton Speaker Series is an annual event established to expose students and the community to differing points of view and encourage critical thinking and conversation. The 2025 event did not take place as planned, but to help shape future Barton Speaker Series events, take a moment to complete this brief survey. The survey closes at 11:59 p.m.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/08/barton-speaker-series-survey-seeks-your-feedback/

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Celebrate National Library Week with University Libraries

Join University Libraries in celebrating National Library Week from April 6 to 12 and recognizing the important role libraries, librarians and library workers play in the community. Keep an eye out for University Libraries’ social media post asking, “What draws you to the library?” Plus, encourage students to stop by Ablah Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/04/celebrate-national-library-week-with-university-libraries/

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Patricia Houston selected as CEI director of organizations culture

Congratulations to Patricia Houston, who has been selected as the director of organizational culture for the Community Engagement Institute (CEI) at Wichita State. In the newly created position, Houston will direct the design, planning, implementation and monitoring of strategies and programs that will enhance the organization’s culture and overall employee …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/14/patricia-houston-selected-as-cei-director-of-organizations-culture/

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Speech-Language-Hearing and dental clinics open this summer

…Clinic and WSU General Dentistry Practice at Wichita State are open throughout the summer, providing high-quality, affordable services to both the public and WSU community. The Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic provides services to people across the lifespan who have communication difficulties, including speaking, hearing, swallowing and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/17/speech-language-hearing-and-dental-clinics-open-this-summer/

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Naloxone administration training available April 29 – Sign up now

…opioids. Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services is presenting DCCCA’s one-hour naloxone administration course from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 29 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. Students can sign …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/21/naloxone-administration-training-available-april-29-sign-up-now/

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Attend food insecurity panel from HEALTH Student Association and public health sciences

…panel at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 in 300 Ahlberg Hall. Expert panelists will explore how food insecurity is addressed in Kansas with a special focus on the Shocker learning community. Attendees can receive a free T-shirt, while supplies last, and light refreshments will be served. Contact the HEALTH faculty advisor Amy Drassen Ham at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/07/attend-food-insecurity-panel-from-health-student-association-and-public-health-sciences/

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Judges needed for GRASP Symposium

The Graduate School is seeking faculty, staff and community members to be volunteer judges for the 2025 GRASP Symposium. GRASP will take place Friday, April 11 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Judges should plan to be present/available from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and judging will take place from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. with lunch being…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/28/judges-needed-for-grasp-symposium-2/

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Fun art projects and hands-on learning for all ages are the focus of the Ulrich’s Makers and Masterpieces event

The Makers and Masterpieces art engagement series offers hands-on learning and community connection from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3 in the Ulrich Museum of Art. In conjunction with the exhibition “Devan Shimoyama: Rituals” currently on view in the Polk/Wilson Gallery, colorful cultural connections will include themed art projects for all ages,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/01/fun-art-projects-and-hands-on-learning-for-all-ages-are-the-focus-of-the-ulrichs-makers-and-masterpieces-event/

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Head out to WSU night at the Wind Surge April 24

Get your tickets now for evening of baseball and community spirit at the Wichita Wind Surge stadium at 6:35 p.m. Thursday, April 24. Wichita State will be taking over the ballpark for a night filled with fun and Shocker pride. The Wind Surge play against the Springfield Cardinals with gates opening at 5:35 p.m. The first 2,000 people through the gate will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/21/head-out-to-wsu-night-at-the-wind-surge-april-24/

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Join your fellow Shockers for WSU night with Wichita Wind Surge

Mark your calendars for an evening of baseball and community spirit at the Wichita Wind Surge stadium April 24. Wichita State will be taking over the ballpark for a night filled with fun and Shocker pride. Enjoy a game between the Wind Surge and the Springfield Cardinals. Wear your black and yellow to show your Shocker spirit and cheer on the home team.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/12/join-your-fellow-shockers-for-wsu-night-with-wichita-wind-surge/

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Take a substance use and mental wellness training

… help faculty and staff develop tools to reflect on how they engage with substances, stigma related to substance use disorder and how to best support students and members of their community. Participants will receive a free Suspenders4Hope T-shirt on completion of the training. Staff and faculty interested in attending may register on myTraining in myWSU.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/01/take-a-substance-use-and-mental-wellness-training/

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Learn more about BME research

The Graduate Student Association BME, Biomedical Engineering Society, and 3D Printed Prosthetics invite the campus community to an exclusive event showcasing the cutting-edge research conducted in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. Tours are from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 4 in room 264 of the John…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/19/bme-lab-tour-pizza-panel/

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Assistance needed for state baseball, softball and track

…State’s campus May 29-30 and state track May 30-31. Last year, these activities brought more than 30,000 people to campus. The university is asking for help from the campus community to drive golf carts and staff Fan Alley during these events. New this year, Fan Alley will have food trucks, yard games and local area businesses May 30 and 31 along…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/05/assistance-needed-for-state-baseball-softball-and-track-2/

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Attend the ‘Career Advising’ professional development session March 12

Academic and specialized advisors who completed various eTutorials during the fall semester from NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising will host a series of professional development sessions during the spring semester for all advisors (academic advisors, specialized advisors, faculty advisors, etc.). Ana Abente and Sara Leftwich from Shocker…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/attend-the-career-advising-professional-development-session-march-12/

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You’re invited to Rising to the Challenge spring 2025 virtual workshop series

The WSU Community Engagement Institute invites you to join one, several or all of the spring 2025 interactive and free workshops centered on adjusting to change. All five, 60-minute sessions start at 11 a.m. and are open to everyone. April 16 – Using data to make change (Dr. Tara Gregory, Dr. Sarah Jolley)April 23 – Effective communication during change…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/03/youre-invited-to-rising-to-the-challenge-spring-2025-virtual-workshop-series/

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Host an event at 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/2025/04/14/host-an-event-at-shockfest-welcome-weekend-for-new-and-returning-shockers/

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RSVP for the Spanish-Speaking Graduation Ceremony

…2025 WSU graduate? You can RSVP for the Spanish-Speaking Graduation Ceremony. The celebration aims to recognize graduates for their accomplishments and contributions to the WSU community. The celebration will be hosted in English, Spanish and Spanglish. The ceremony is at 6 p.m. Friday, May 2 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Student…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/22/rsvp-for-the-spanish-speaking-graduation-ceremony/

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Parking lot, road closures planned during Wichita State Engineering 5k run/walk Feb. 22

To conclude National Engineers Week, the College of Engineering is hosting a public 5k run/walk that is open to students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. Due to the 5k route, some parking lot and road closures are expected Saturday between about 8:30 and 11 a.m.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/19/parking-lot-road-closures-planned-during-wichita-state-engineering-5k-run-walk-feb-22/

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2026-CLERY-Annual-Safety-Report

…things as drug and alcohol abuse, awareness of various kinds of sex offenses, and the prevention of crime generally; and procedures the University will take to notify the campus community in the event of an emergency. Its purpose is to provide students and employees with information that will help them make informed decisions relating to their own safety…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/clery/_documents/2026-CLERY-Annual-Safety-Report.pdf