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Wichita State University news releases, media contacts and resources

The Strategic Communications news and media relations team supports the university and its many departments and centers with news coverage, from announcing major news to promoting upcoming events, all with an eye on the mission and vision of Wichita State.

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News and Media Relations staff

Lainie Mazzullo-Hart

Director of Communication (Primary media contact)

lainie.mazzullo@wichita.edu

(316) 978-3409

Sara Tank-Ornelas

Speechwriting and Copywriting Manager

sara.ornelas@wichita.edu

(316) 978-7287

Paul Suellentrop

Senior Communicator

paul.suellentrop@wichita.edu

(316) 978-5596

Caelin Bragg

Newsletter Editor

caelin.bragg@wichita.edu

(316) 978-3013

Resources and links

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Wichita State will be closed Wednesday in honor of President George H.W. Bush

Monday, Dec. 3, 2018 -- Wichita State University will be closed Wednesday in accordance with Gov. Jeff Colyer's order that state offices close. The governor designated Wednesday as a legal holiday “in observance of the National Day of Mourning for President George H.W. Bush.”

Wichita State students prepare for business pitch competition

Nov. 29, 2018 -- Approximately 130 Wichita State University students are gearing up for the third annual Koch Innovation Challenge. The five finalist teams will each receive $1,200 toward pursuing their proposed venture, and each student will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

WSU students plant 'Wulip Garden' in Braeburn Square

Nov. 28, 2018 -- Despite the wintry weather, students planted new “flowers” on campus this week as part of the Wulip Garden placemaking initiative aimed at creating a unique and inviting environment for campus visitors.

Professor, students have the chance to rewrite history

Nov. 16, 2018 -- Wichita State professor Donald Blakeslee knew something was different about this place. What he didn't expect, however, was the immediate response he would receive from around the world.

WSU Elliott School of Communication recognizes outstanding alumni

Nov. 15, 2018 -- The Elliott School of Communication honored alumni and current KSN broadcasters Jeff Herndon and Lisa Teachman at the school's “CommWeek,” which is held annually after fall break on the Wichita State University campus. Herndon and Teachman were awarded “2018 Outstanding Alumni” in recognition of their exemplary professional work and personal success.