Apply to be a student representative
Do you want to make an impact on campus? Apply today to be a student representative on a university committee for the 62nd Session of the Student Government Association. The term of service will be from appointment until April 2020.
For a full list of committees and to apply visit the SGA website. Applications are due today (Monday, April 29) to the SGA Office, 219 RSC. For more information, contact sga@wichita.edu or call 978-3480.
Final exams, assignments and projects. They don’t have to be stressful!
If you haven’t already, we suggest you start planning for finals in order to avoid the stress that is often associated with them. Knowing and considering some simple things early will help you have a stress-free finals experience. Find out when your finals are scheduled (yes – there are finals on Saturday morning!). Know what kinds of exams will be given in each class. Know what supplies you will need and get them ahead of time.
You will also need to think about managing your time differently in the next couple of weeks. Consider lowering your hours at work or changing your work schedule to accommodate your need to study. For more information, check out additional test taking resources on the Student Success website.
Shocker Store’s Spring Patio Sale will be in 142 RSC on Tuesday, April 30
Stop by the Shocker Store’s Spring Patio Sale this week! From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today (Tuesday, April 30) and Wednesday, May 1, you will find great deals on Shocker gear for all the Shockers in your life!
Because of the weather forecast calling for a good chance of rain, the sale will be held in 142 RSC tomorrow (Tuesday, April 30).
A decision will be made later on Tuesday whether to hold the May 1 sale on the north patio or in the RSC Bluestem Lounge south of the fireplace.
All are invited for the May Day Pop-Up Picnic
Celebrate spring with the May Day Pop-Up Picnic from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, between the Rhatigan Student Center and Morrison Hall. Bring your own lunch or have a hot dog or veggie dog courtesy of the WSU Police Department.
Enjoy games, sidewalk chalk and music while you eat. All are welcome: bring your friends, your kids, and/or your dog! Picnickers may also take home a “Wulip”.
This event is an Intro to Community & Social Practice class project, with support from the School of Art, Design and Creative Industries and the Ulrich Museum of Art.
Business building will be built with reallocation of university funds and donations
Richard Muma
To the Wichita State University community:
As promised, and with the approval of Interim President Andy Tompkins, I am communicating
to you on how we plan to move forward through budget reallocations and cuts to finance
a new business building and begin to meet other academic facilities’ needs identified
in the March 6 student infrastructure referendum.
Holmes Museum of Anthropology to host spring 2019 exhibit openings today (Monday, April 29)
The Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology will host the spring 2019 exhibit openings from 2-5 p.m. today (Monday, April 29). The Museum Exhibition class has transformed the Jackman Gallery into “Journey Around the World,” featuring 11 different exhibit areas highlighting various artifacts, textiles and clothing from cultures around the world.
Associate Professor of Anthropology Jens Kreinath will give a talk about the Aleppo Exhibit at 5 p.m. in 117 Neff Hall.
On the second floor of Neff Hall will be the photo exhibit "Reimagining Aleppo through Peace and Pain." The photo exhibit was created by Associate Professor of Anthropology Jens Kreinath and museum director Rachelle Meinecke.
Kreinath created a photograph journal on a visit to Aleppo in 2010 during a time of peace. These photos starkly contrast the photos of photojournalist, Narciso Contreras's work of the bombings during the war for Aleppo in 2013-16.
There will also be a smaller accompanying exhibit entitled "Remembrance from Antakya to Aleppo." This exhibit displays photographs by Kreinath that capture moments of brief encounters with Boulos Yazigi, the Metropolitan Bishop of Aleppo, at the 2010 and 2012 celebrations of the St. Peter and Paul Festival in Antakya.
On April 23, 2013, Yazigi and his companion, Bishop John Ibrahim of the Syriac Orthodox Church, were abducted on a return trip from Antakya by an Aleppo-based battalion—with the driver reportedly killed. With his location still being unknown, the Greek Orthodox community in Antakya continues to commemorate its charismatic and cherished leader.
Summer 2019 Financial Aid Application information
Plan on taking classes this summer? The Summer 2019 Financial Aid Application is available for completion.
Here’s what you need to do. Enroll in Summer 2019 classes.
- Complete the Summer Aid Application* in your myWSU student portal, under the myFinances tab, under Financial Aid Links.
- Find out all about summer courses at Wichita State here.
*Please allow up to three (3) weeks for processing.
Remember, we’re here to help:
finaid@wichita.edu
316-978-3430 / 1-855-WSU-1STP (24-hour support)
203 Jardine Hall
8 a.m.-6 p.m. (M-T), 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (W-F)
Want to win $500 in textbooks?
All Shockers registered for fall 2019 courses by Wednesday, May 15, will be automatically entered to win one of 25 textbook scholarships for the fall semester. If you’re enrolled in at least six credit hours, you’ll be automatically entered to win $250. Enroll in at least 12 hours, and you could win $500!
Full details here: Textbook Scholarship.
Upcoming events at University Libraries
Upcoming events at the University Libraries include “Monday Technology Workshops: SDLC: Agile Development Life Cycle,” “Tech Tuesdays: Soundbooth,” “How Can I Continue My Research After I Graduate?” and “The Path to a Patent Part III: How to File a Patent Application Using EFS-Web.”
“Monday Technology Workshops: SDLC: Agile Development Life Cycle” from 1-2 p.m. Monday, April 29, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Tech Tuesdays: Sound Booth” from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“How Can I Continue My Research After I Graduate?” from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“The Path to a Patent Part III: How to File a Patent Application Using EFS-Web” from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, May 3 in 204 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“De-stress @ your Library” during all library hours Saturday, May 4-Friday, May 10 on all levels of Ablah Library. Take a break from studying for finals in Ablah Library with play-doh, origami, coloring books, Sudoku, jigsaw puzzles and other activities. Here's more information.
“’Donut’ Stress Out @ your Library” starting at 10 a.m. Monday, May 6, in the foyer of Ablah Library. Grab a free donut and coffee while supplies last! Click here for more information.
“Monday Technology Workshops: Big Data Analytics” from 1- 2 p.m. Monday, May 6, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Tech Tuesdays: Amazon Alexa and Google Home” from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
For more information and event registration, go to library events. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.
SAC offers Paint Night on May 2
You don’t have to be an art major to paint a masterpiece! Join Student Activities Council for a step by step, stress-free Shocker themed painting class! Participants will be provided a design, class instructor and all materials.
We will host two sessions of the class on Thursday, May 2, in 142 RSC. Session 1 will run from 7-8:30 p.m. and Session 2 from 9-10:30 p.m., but sign up quick because space is limited. Registration is $10 for WSU students with WSU ID, $15 for WSU faculty / staff with WSU ID, and $20 for the general public.
Registration fees are nonrefundable. For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to wichita.edu/sac or contact us at sac@wichita.edu.
Join The Fuse and the College of Applied Studies for ‘Relish the Moment’
Join us for all-you-can-eat hot dogs brought to you by The Fuse and the College of Applied Studies. Try a specialty hotdog named after an academic college, or build your own. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and dinner from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 2 in Corbin Connect (Corbin 156A). Proceeds from the event support Girls on the Run.
Fiske Hall to be rededicated on Friday, May 3
The Departments of Philosophy and History invite the WSU community to the rededication of Fiske Hall at 3 p.m. Friday, May 3, with a short program, including a surprise from 1906.
First dedicated in June 1906 as Fairmount College’s men’s residence hall (pictured above), Fiske has served many roles over the years, including home to the Department of Music, ROTC, Upward Bound, and the Departments of Philosophy and History.
A century of use and lack of accessibility prompted a major overhaul that included a new elevator wing and a complete renovation of the interior of the main structure. Now complete, Fiske Hall is ready for its next century of service to Shocker Nation.
Faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends are invited to celebrate Wichita State’s oldest surviving building.
The picture above is Fiske Hall in 1906.
Graduate School community event – Grad Students at the Ulrich
Come celebrate the near-end of the semester at a relaxing social with other grad students and faculty from 3-5 p.m. Friday, May 3, at the Ulrich Museum of Art.
Cosponsors Graduate School and the Ulrich Museum will supply good eats (heavy hors d’oeuvres, adult and soft beverages) at WSU’s nationally recognized modern and contemporary art museum. A wonderful summer exhibition will be on display in all galleries.
Strategic Planning Town Hall Update coming May 2
Come one, come all to hear the greatest and latest on the WSU Strategic Plan coming to you from 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, in the Shirley Beggs Ballroom, third floor, RSC. *Speakers*Updates*Activities* with dessert and beverages following.
Lavender Graduation celebration set for May 2
Please join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and SPECTRUM: LGBTQ & Allies as we celebrate WSU’s graduating queer students at our annual Lavender Graduation celebration at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2, in 266 RSC. Graduating Seniors are given their choice of rainbow or lavender cord to wear at their respective college graduation ceremony (pre-registration and attendance required).
If you are an LGBTQ identified graduating senior and would like to be recognized, or wish to RSVP to attend, sign up here.
Finals Frenzy event to feature DIY succulents
Couldn’t have a pet all year, but still want a little friend to take care of? Nothing is easier to keep alive than your own mini succulent! From 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 6, on the RSC east patio, while supplies last, SAC will provide you with a mini cactus or Aloe Vera plant with decorations for your pot and other tips to keep it alive and healthy.
For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to www.wichita.edu/sac or contact sac@wichita.edu.
Startup Grind U event coming May 7
The last Startup Grind U event for the semester will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in 265 RSC. The event is free. The guest speaker will be Christina Long, owner of CML Collective LLC, and the president / CEO of Create Campaign Inc. Passionate about building the community in Wichita and empowering urban entrepreneurs, she has launched initiatives to aid in launching, innovating, and excelling in their ventures.
WSU students can use YMCA memberships during the summer
While Wichita State students await the opening of the new Steve Clark YMCA / Student Wellness Center on campus, they are already making extensive use of the nine other Greater Wichita YMCAs.
WSU students account for an average of about 25,000 visits to area YMCAs each month.
Wichita State’s YMCA, under construction at the corner of Mike Oatman Drive and Mid Campus Drive, is roughly nine months from completion. When finished in 2020, the YMCA will offer features, many connecting technology to fitness routines, unique to the building.
Shocker Rowing to host Plains Regional Regatta on May 5
Shocker Rowing is proud to host the first annual Plains Regional Regatta on Sunday, May 5. The regatta will hold races for teams in the plains area, providing them with the opportunity to race close to home.
The regatta will take place at Shocker Rowing’s River Vista boathouse and the teams will race on the Big River. Races will start at 8 a.m. and end around 3 p.m. Come and cheer on the Shocks as they race on their home river. See the Plains Regional Regatta website for more information.
Commencement T-shirts available
Are you graduating this spring? Commemorate this achievement with a commencement T-shirt! Your name will be listed on the back with all the other spring 2019 grads.
Pre-order online at www.shockerstore.com under the “Graduation” tab and pick-up your shirt at graduation! Or you may purchase at the Shocker Store’s Koch Arena souvenir store during commencement. These shirts are not available for sale or pick-up at the RSC store.
For more information, call 316-978-7490.
Active Minds advocacy student group is searching for a new executive team
Do you want to be an advocate for mental health on campus? Active Minds is a mental health advocacy student group at WSU searching for a new executive team -- president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. Serving as a leader in this organization is a great way to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and advocate for mental health awareness!
For more information, please visit our Facebook page.
To be considered for an executive team position or if you have any questions, please send an email to activemindswichitastate@gmail.com.
Free HIV testing available May 7
Confidential and free HIV testing and Syphilis testing on request from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in 209 Ahlberg Hall. The testing is being offered by Student Health Services, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Housing & Residence Life and Positive Directions KS.
Campus Credit Union invites members and interested persons to lunch
Take a break and enjoy a free hot dog at Campus Credit Union, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. We are located next to the WSU Police Station and Wilkins Stadium, across the road from the new YMCA construction, as a thank you to all our members and a warm welcome to anyone who wishes to join. Available while supplies last.