Do you want to transform your student experience?
Exploring impactful and meaningful involvement activities and connection opportunities outside of class including student organizations, leadership programs and internships can transform your student experience. Information on involvement, leadership programs, including a Leadership Certificate, and events can be found by visiting Student Involvement[BROKEN LINK]. For information on preparing for your career and professional life, visit Career Development.
SGA announces 2020 general election season
The time is finally here. It is YOUR time to lead the way to make a difference. The Association Election Commission is excited to formally announce the kick-off of the 2020 General Election season.
Are you interested in joining the Student Government and looking for a leadership position on campus? It is now finally time to take action and declare yourself a candidate in the 2020 Elections. This is a great opportunity to give back to campus and allow your leadership skills to shine.
To declare yourself as a candidate, please visit www.wichita.edu/sgaelections. Questions? Contact us at sga.elections@wichita.edu.
Registration is open for the inaugural Wichita State University Analytics Showcase
The WSU Analytics Showcase will be held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, April 17, in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Registration is free for students and faculty, but space is limited.
Contact the Analytics Showcase organizers
Learn more and register for the Showcase
Paid summer research opportunity for WSU undergraduates interested in city government
Two paid ($1,900) Undergraduate Research Fellowships are available for Summer 2020. The research topic is “Free Speech in Public Places.” All WSU undergraduates are eligible to apply by the March 20 deadline.
Interested students should contact Neal Allen, chair of Political Science, at neal.allen@wichita.edu or 978-7133.
Last day to sign up for Biz Fest networking lunch
The Biz Fest career fair on Thursday, Feb. 13 in the RSC Ballroom, hosted by the Career Development Center, is approaching quickly. Students have an exciting opportunity to connect with employers who are looking to hire interns, full-time employees, and other applied learning positions. The career fair will last from noon-2 p.m. Bring 5-10 copies of your resume, and dress is business professional. A LinkedIn photographer will also be present during the event.
Prior to the career fair, a networking lunch will take place from 11 a.m.-noon. This provides students and staff / faculty a chance to chat one-on-one with employers in a relaxed atmosphere.
Today (Monday, Feb. 10) is the last day to sign up for lunch. Sign up here.
Preparing for a Career Fair Lab tomorrow
Students are invited to join the Career Development Center from 1-2 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, Feb. 11) in 261 RSC, and learn what to expect from a career fair. Come find out how to research the employers attending the fair and how to network with employers. This workshop will provide tips on ways to make the career fair experience a meaningful event for networking and searching for jobs or internships.
Resume Workshop on Feb. 12
In this resume workshop hosted by the Career Development Center, students are invited to find out from how to organize experiences, talents and skills together – and most importantly – what employers are looking for in a resume. You never have a second chance to make a first impression.
Let us help you make sure you are putting your best foot forward from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, in the 266 RSC.
Honors is seeking peer mentors for the summer
Summer Research Institute (SRI) in First Year Research Experience (FYRE) is hosted on the WSU main campus June 7-11, 2020. SRI peer mentors assist with campus preparation during the months of April and May. The SRI peer mentors will serve as a mentor, lead team building activities, help in incoming fellow Shocker transition into college life, participate in research alongside the campers and assist the SRI team with other activities.
If you have interest in research, helping students explore their interests in research and looking for a short term paid position, please apply. The deadline to apply is Feb. 14, 2020
Higher Education / Student Affairs assistantships at WSU
Interested in graduate assistantships in higher education? Grad Weekend at Wichita State University on March 13-14, is a weekend-long chance to find your perfect assistantship match. Those who attend will have the opportunity to explore WSU’s beautiful campus, meet and interview with Student Affairs staff (and potential employers), ask current graduate assistants about their experiences, and learn more about the graduate assistantships that will be available for the 2020-21 academic year.
Registration is due by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 8.
For more information, go to wichita.edu/studentaffairs.
Student Activities Council member meeting
Interested in joining Student Activities Council? Join them every Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. in 233 RSC, for their general member meetings. By becoming a member of SAC, you can develop your leadership, event planning and marketing skills.
Students needed for Voter Education Project
The Department of Political Science needs current WSU students for a nonpartisan voter education project about Ranked Choice Voting (which will be used in the May 2 Kansas Democratic Presidential Primary). Work will be paid, occur in March and April, and involve presentations to student and community groups. This project is supported by a grant from FairVote, a Washington, D.C.-based organization that advocates for voting reform.
All interested students should contact Neal Allen, chair of Political Science, at neal.allen@wichita.edu or 978-7133 as soon as possible.
Don’t miss Black History Month keynote speaker Anthony Ray Hinton
The Diversity Lecture Series presents Anthony Hinton – Black History Month Keynote Speaker – at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, in the CAC Theater.
Have you seen the movie “Just Mercy” or read the book? Check it out before our WSU Diversity Lecture Series Black History Month Keynote Speaker Anthony Hinton comes to campus. The event is cosponsored by ODI, Burns & McDonnell, WSU Alumni Association, Wichita Branch of the NAACP, AAFSA, WSU Black Student Union, and the Black Academic Honor Society.
Anthony Ray Hinton was released in April 2015 after spending 30 years on Alabama’s death row for a crime he did not commit. He was released with the help of the Equal Justice Initiative, of which he is now an employee. He now serves as EJI’s Community Educator, and travels both nationally and internationally to speak about his experience.
More information and ticket details will be available at Wichita.edu/odishop. This event is free and open to the public; a free ticket will serve as an entry. Learn more about Hinton at https://eji.org/issues/death-penalty/.
Third Annual Constructed Language Undergraduate Student Panel
Are you interested in knowing more about how to create a language like Game of Thrones 'Dothraki', or 'Klingon from Star Trek? Attend the 'Third Annual Constructed Language Undergraduate Student Panel' at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, in 211 Hubbard Hall. The panel will feature four constructed languages created by undergraduate students.
The presenters will talk about world building, creating a phonetic inventory, using morphology to create words, and sentences. You will have the opportunity to ask the presenters any questions you may have about constructed languages and creating one. This event is free and open to the public.
Register for E-Launch Spring 2020 now
E-Launch fosters entrepreneurial activity, leading to the commercialization of ideas. Through an interactive process, participants will learn to clearly conceptualize how the product or service can provide real value to customers. Participants will be shown how to validate their value proposition with customers and other stakeholders
Visit Student Health Services' web page for information about the coronavirus
Student Health has been closely monitoring the outbreak of coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China. To learn how to protect yourself and to get the latest news about the coronavirus outbreak, visit Student Health's Travel and Health Advisory web page at wichita.edu/shs.
Visit the Shocker Store for the ring days event
Visit the Shocker Stores during the ring days event from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 11-12 in the RSC Shocker Store. Students can order class rings, graduation announcements and more!
New exchange partner university in South Korea
Wichita State University has a new exchange partner university in South Korea. Beginning fall 2020, students will be able to study abroad at Dankook University as part of our exchange program. In addition to semester or yearlong exchanges, Dankook also offers summer programs. For fall 2020, Saturday, Feb 15, is the deadline to apply.
Free academic resources are available through TRIO Student Support Services
Student Support Services (SSS) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to students from First-Generation (FG) and Limited- Income (LI) backgrounds, as well as students with disabilities.
The free services include individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, assistance completing financial aid applications, and scholarships exclusively for student participants.
We are located on the third floor of Grace Wilkie Hall, in suite 309. For more information, visit our website or contact our offices at 978-3715.
WSU Libraries host Spring 2020 Entrepreneurship Research Series
WSU Libraries presents the Entrepreneurship Research Series for Spring 2020 - helping inventors and entrepreneurs learn how to protect their intellectual property and support their business through research. Upcoming dates include: Tuesday, Feb. 11 - "Intellectual Property Basics;" and Tuesday, Feb. 18 - "Trademark Basics: Protect Your Business Name." Workshops take place from 5:30-7 p.m. in 217 Ablah Library.
Entrepreneurship Research Series
Shocker Innovation Corps applications due Wednesday
The Shocker Innovation Corps nurtures and supports Wichita State entrepreneurial teams interested in accelerating their STEM ideas, research and product commercialization. Ideas / projects can originate from student or faculty work, research and institutional / industrial projects.
Applications for the Shocker I-Corps program for the spring 2020 cohort are due Wednesday, Feb. 12. Applicants who are accepted will receive up to $2,150 in seed funding, as well as mentoring from local experts, access to entrepreneurial resources, networking with the local innovation ecosystem, and customer validation training.
TRIO Disability Support Services received CRLA Level 1 Certification
Congratulations to the TRIO Disability Support Services (DSS) Program for achieving Level 1 certification through the College Reading Learning Association’s International Tutor Training Program Certification (CRLA ITTPC). TRIO Disability Support Services Program is a federally funded program serving 115 undergraduate first-generation and/or limited income students with physical, psychological and learning disabilities. Students in the program may receive a minimum two hours per week of peer tutoring. The DSS Program is committed to providing high quality tutoring services to their students.
Acquiring certification through CRLA takes considerable time and effort because programs must first run a successful tutoring cycle during a complete semester while meeting all certification requirements. Topics covered in Level 1 training by TRIO DSS include: basic tutoring guidelines, techniques for beginning and ending sessions, learning theory, handling difficult situations, ethics of tutoring, study skills, communication skills, and goal setting. TRIO DSS began this process during the spring 2019 semester and achieved their certification on Dec. 13. They are now one of only two certified programs (DSS and Student Support Services) on Wichita State’s campus. For more information on the DSS Program and its tutoring services, contact us at 978-5949.
TRIO Disability Support Services
Buy Black ICT Expo coming Feb. 15
Wichita State's Black Student Union is hosting its first Buy Black ICT Expo and one of our many events for Black History Month. This event is open to the community. Don’t miss the Buy Black ICT Expo from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, on the first floor, RSC.
Our goal is to highlight Black-owned businesses within the Wichita area. The purpose is to showcase black entrepreneurs in the Wichita community. Many students do not know where to Buy Black, and this expo gives them a chance to find these businesses. Anyone is welcome to come.
There will also be free pizza and a drawing.
2020 Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) applications open
Interested in growing as a leader?
Looking to make an impact on campus?
Want to meet other student leaders?
Apply now and attend this week-long experience that will allow you to grow as a leader and expand upon your leadership skills and abilities.
Applications available online at www.wichita.edu/sli. Applications are due March 29.
Volunteers are needed for a research study
Research Topic / Purpose of the study: We are recruiting research participants to help us better understand childhood experiences (including parenting, the makeup of one’s household, unwanted experiences, etc.), religion and spirituality, and current or past relationships (including sexual experiences, conflict management, etc.) for the purpose of completing a second-year project for the Community Psychology Ph.D. program at Wichita State University.
Procedures: This study will be an online survey through Qualtrics. You will receive 3 SONA credits for completing this survey.
Time: Participation is expected to last about 45 minutes. Inclusion / Exclusion Criteria: Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Location: Wichita State University online
Contact: If you are interested in participating in this study, contact Andrea Jamiel at anjamiel@shockers.wichita.edu or Dr. Jennifer Demers at Jennifer.demers@wichita.edu.
Audiology doctoral students need participants for their research projects
WSU graduate students in the Doctor of Audiology program need participants for their research projects. They are studying clinical techniques in audiology for evaluating function of the ear.
Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 35, have normal hearing, have not had an ear infection in the past three months, nor had symptoms of cold, flu, or nasal allergy in the past two weeks.
Participants will receive a free comprehensive hearing evaluation and ear examination prior to testing. The testing will take about one hour. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Brigid Derby at brderby@shockers.wichita.edu or 816-405-4969, or Professor Xiao-Ming Sun at Xiao-Ming.Sun@wichita.edu.
Serve a meal at the Lord's Diner with the Community Service Board
Join the Community Service Board for Wednesdays at the Diner from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Lord’s Diner. Transportation is available for this event.
Live Lock Love this Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day, take your heart off your sleeve and put it on a lock, during our Live, Lock Love event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, at the WSU Food Truck Plaza. Put your initials, a heart or other special phrase on one of our mini-locks. This event is free and open to the public.
You can place it on WSU's Lock Pod or keep it for yourself.
Let us know if you'll be there on our Facebook event and invite your friends.
*Limited availability: first 50 will receive a free lock
Submit your applications for Senior Honor awards
Applications are being sought for Wichita State’s 2020 Senior Honor awards. This is considered one of the most prestigious honors a student can receive at WSU. Up to 10 students are chosen for this honor each year. Application deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. To review the eligibility requirements and application process, go to www.wichita.edu/seniorhonor.
Student Health Services is offering low cost flu shots
Student Health Services is offering flu shots for students for $20. Bring your health insurance card and SHS will file your insurance for the cost of the flu vaccine!
The Student Wellness Center is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fellowship, snacks and the Bible on Friday's with CRU
CRU invites you to an international student-focused Bible study from 4-5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14 at the Twin Oaks apartments, Building 8, room 802 (down the stairs once you enter building 8.)
We are excited to share in each other's diverse cultures through fellowship and snacks.
You do not have to be an international student to come, all students are welcome. We hope to see you there.
RSC Unplugged will feature Tom Page Trio
Stop by the Rhatigan Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 for the live music series, RSC Unplugged. This week, the show features the Tom Page Trio. Stop by the RSC's Starbucks Lounge, grab your cup of coffee and relax with some great music.
Enjoy the soup of the week at Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
If you're in the mood for soup during these cold winter days, be sure to stop by the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes for the soup of the week. This week, they are serving creamy chicken soup. Grab a cup for $2.99 or a bowl for $3.99.
Come to the Glow Circus on Feb. 17
Come on, come all to our Glow Circus at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17, in the CAC Theater. Bring your little one to a family-friendly glow in the dark circus full neon juggling and hola hoop tossing.
Free to WSU Students with Shocker ID, $3 faculty/staff; $5 general admission and $1 for kids 12 and under. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. No advance ticket sales. Cash or check only accepted at the door. For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to wichita.edu/sac or at sac@wichita.edu.
You can help prevent suicide
Learn how you can support your community with the #WSUWeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training. Each training lasts an hour-and-a-half, and gives you the tools you need to assist someone in need through the Share, Ask, Support method.
To sign up, visit the myTrainings tab on your myWSU, or go to wichita.edu/SuicidePrevention.
Join the Boot Scootin' Shockers
Interested in learning how to boot, scoot, and boogie? Come join the Boot Scootin’ Shockers club. Join us for club from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Thursday nights in 141 Heskett Center. We teach two-stepping, swing dancing, line dances, and more. No former dance experience is needed.
The Boot Scootin’ Shockers is at student organization dedicated to creating an environment to develop social relationships through dancing.
Contact Alex at alex_keller5@icloud.com for more information.
The Office of Financial Aid presents Yoga, in support of financial wellness
The Office of Financial Aid invites you to join them as they end the celebration of Financial Aid Appreciation month with Yoga, in support of financial, physical, and mental wellness. Bring your mat and experience the tranquility reached during each offered session from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, in 142 RSC. Don’t miss out!
Auto loans with Campus Credit Union
Stop in or apply online for a great low rate on a new or used auto loan. Our current loan rates can be viewed online at campuscu.org. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact one of our loan officers at 316-978-3666.