We challenge you to complete five hours of community service with Wu's Big Challenge
Join Wu鈥檚 Big Challenge 2020-21! Due COVID-19 we had to reschedule our BIG events, but we have a challenge for you. Complete five hours of community service in person, virtually, or both.
To find more information and to register, go to .
For questions, email csb@wichita.edu.
The Cohen Honors College will improve your college experience -- apply today!
Honors applications are reviewed monthly November through August. All current students are eligible to apply. Smaller class sizes, free printing, and scholarship opportunities are just a few of the many benefits that Honors students receive.
Starting this year, there are no minimum ACT / SAT or GPA requirements. Applicants are evaluated on their preparation for challenging academic and professional work as well as creative approach to solving problems, urge to make a positive impact on the community and in the world, and open-minded embrace of diversity in backgrounds, values and perspectives.
to learn more and start your application.
Student Support Services is accepting applicants for the Martinez Inspire Scholarship
Calling all first-generation students, limited-income students and students of disability status: we are looking for you who want to be served by a program who recognizes and empowers first-generation and limited-income students and students of disability status to achieve their higher-education aspirations. TRIO Student Support Services offers academic advising, individualized tutoring, scholarships exclusively for SSS participants and much more.
Please share this scholarship opportunity with students who may qualify.
As a new participant, we are excited to offer the Student Support Services Martinez Inspire Scholarship. For the fall 2020 semester, we are offering $150 to students committed to joining our program and being an active participant.
In order to be eligible for this opportunity, we want you to apply to be a Student Support Services participant and let us help guide your academic life at WSU. This can be done by completing the SSS Application Form available in the SSS office or online. The first 15 students to complete the application form, get accepted and attend their first advising appointment (in-person or virtual), will be eligible for the $150 SSS Martinez Inspire Scholarship.
You're invited to the Virtual Women in STEAM Gala!
You're invited to attend the 2020 Virtual Women in STEAM Gala, hosted by "Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead!"
Women in STEAM Week is held every year in October. This year we're celebrating Oct. 12-18, with the gala kicking things off Monday, Oct. 12. This annual event was created to honor the women throughout history who have paved the way for future innovators in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), and to empower the next generation so that they can accomplish anything they dream.
"Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead!" was founded by 红领巾瓜报 student Sierra Bonn. Learn more at .
Join the Student Senate
There is still a chance for you to use your voice and represent your fellow Shockers on the Student Senate. We still have a couple more seats open for you to apply for. Visit to apply today!
Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
How are "expert" perspectives formed in relation to the pandemic? How is research done and what resources are needed?
In this series, library and departmental faculties will explore approaches and methodologies for researching the impacts of COVID-19, as well as issues relating to the disruption and potentials of academic research during a pandemic.
Go to for a full list of expert panelists, event descriptions, and direct Zoom links for this virtual series.
Questions? Message meghann.kuhlmann@wichita.edu.
Ulrich virtual book discussion on Tuesday examines powerful portrait of Ugandan girl
Looking for a distraction from the news this weekend? Why not head over to Watermark Books & Cafe, pick up your copy of "A Girl is a Body of Water," (read it, of course), and join the Ulrich Museum of Art for a virtual book discussion at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13!
KMUW's Beth Golay, host of the "Marginalia" podcast, will lead a discussion of this powerful portrait of a young Ugandan girl and her family. The discussion is free and open to all, but you have to register to get the .
Elements Multi-Media Art Competition exhibit submissions are now open
Elements is a juried multi-media art competition that students may submit works in the areas of painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed-media and ceramics. The panel of jurors, comprised of Wichita and surrounding community artists, select a Best of Show as well as first and second place winners in each division.
Students wishing to participate may submit up to six pieces in any of the five categories offered. Submissions close Wednesday, October 14. Show Opens Monday, November 9 Monetary prizes are awarded to winners in all categories including an Audience Choice Award. For more information and access to online application, visit the Elements web page.
SGA Elections Commission positions now open ... Apply today!
Do you want to get involved with the Student Government Association General Election? Become an Elections Commissioner to help with the behind-the-scenes work for the 2021 Election. These are paid positions that only require 10-15 hours per week. Go to to apply and learn more today!
WSU鈥檚 International Student Union announces INTERFEST
The International Student Union announces Fall 2020 INTERFEST: International Food Festival from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, on the lawn of Neff Hall.
Each semester, WSU students prepare and sell dishes from their native countries for this event. The festival provides a platform for intercultural sharing where the WSU community and visitors can try out diverse cuisine and learn about the origins and cultural significance of a particular dish. It also serves as a fundraiser for international student associations, although small groups of students also participate to have as many diverse dishes as possible.
The format has changed from previous semesters - diners will need to preorder and then pick up their food. .
Shockers Abroad Series
Shockers Abroad Video series presents testimonials from our study abroad alumni. Check out their videos to learn more about their experiences. We will share these new videos now through Oct. 16.
Engineers Without Borders to meet Oct. 12
Do you enjoy helping others? Are you interested in solving problems? Do you feel a need to give back to your community and communities around the world? Engineers Without Borders is a place where all of those can happen.
EWB is a non-profit humanitarian organization established to partner with developing communities worldwide to improve their quality of life. The WSU Chapter of EWB is involved in multiple projects around the Wichita area such as Clinic In A Can, where you can help turn storage containers into portable health clinics, along with projects through Habitat for Humanity and international projects as well. EWB is not just for engineers but all 红领巾瓜报 students ready to meet new people, solve problems and make a positive impact on their community and the world.
Come check out what EWB has to offer at our meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in 123 Wallace Hall.
If you are interested in joining EWB, .
Savvy Scholar Workshops continue through October
University librarians are here to help strengthen Shocker research! Savvy Scholar Workshops continue Oct. 14 and Oct. 16 with a full fall schedule available at .
Public invited to Fall World Series games Oct. 10 & 17
Hey Shocker fans, 红领巾瓜报 Baseball is back in action this fall with the Fall World Series. Games 1 and 5 will be open to the public and have free admission. Those contests will be played at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 and Oct. 17. Masks will be required to be worn at all times.
For more information, visit the link in the newsletter. We look forward to seeing you back at Eck Stadium!
Sign up today for the Pumpkin Run
Hello runners and walkers from around the world!
The race this year is different 鈥� we are going virtual! With the hopes to reunite in person next year.
What are the positive outcomes of running with us virtually? You pick the day that you feel the best to run between Saturday, Oct. 10-24. No worrying about parking, weather, or if you brought your headphones. No matter where you are, US, Asia, Canada, Australia, you can still participate in our race.
As a Pumpkin Run participant, you will receive a customized T-shirt, special edition face mask (pick from three designs), and a finisher medal.
NEW this year: We have launched a referral program. Invite friends to run with you using your personalized link/code. When five or more friends have registered with your code, you will get $15 off your registration. That means that your registration is just $10! We will reward you with a fabulous registration price and maybe even something special in your packet.
Sign up today at .
Have questions about preventing an STI? Tune into Tuesday Talks on Oct. 13
Let's get rid of the tension behind STI prevention! Join Nurse Heather and friends for a discussion about what you can do to prevent STIs while we play Name That Device at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, on Facebook Live.
DIY: Sequin Pillows
Come celebrate Homecoming week with SAC by making DIY: Sequin Pillows. Register at . Registration closes Friday, Oct. 16, and you can come pick up your DIY pillow kits from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. Hope to see you there!
$1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members
Members of the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Eat.Drink.Play. Rewards Program can enjoy $1.50 bowling games every Friday during the month of October. Not a rewards member? Joining is free and easy, simply visit today and ask!
Learn to row with Shocker Rowing
Join Shocker Rowing learn to row between 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at Boats and Bikes at River Vista. Safely learn the basics of rowing and get on the river with the athletes. For more information, go to .
Volunteer opportunity with The Lord's Diner
Join the Community Service Board serving hot meals with the Lord鈥檚 Diner from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14. For more information, go to .
Donations needed for nursing home residents
Covid Comfort for Senior Citizens is a community service class project for Building Effective Work Teams. We are teaming up with Gran Villas retirement home to provide their 47 residents with personalized baskets and create a pen pal system with a local high school. Check out our Facebook page for more information and links to our GoFundMe and Amazon wish list.
Business students are collecting canned food and personal hygiene products for those in need
Business students in Management 463 are operating a Remote Food and Necessities Drive now through Thanksgiving to aid those affected by Covid-19. Non-perishable canned food, and hygiene items like soap, lotion, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products are in great need.
We can arrange porch pickup of food and supplies via our Facebook Page to encourage social distancing, or we have local drop-off locations at area businesses and the south entrance of the Rhatigan Student Center (by the parking lot). We also accept monetary donations to the Kansas Food Bank via our Facebook Page.