Shocker Blast: Monday, March 9, 2026

Enrollment

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Summer and fall class schedules are now available — Plan ahead so you can enroll early

Summer and fall course schedules are now available to view online. WSU encourages you to meet with your advisor now and decide the classes you plan to take so you’re ready when registration begins April 6; the sooner you enroll, the more likely you are to get the classes you want.

Never thought about taking a summer class before? Summer classes are a great way to either catch up on credits, lighten your fall and spring course loads, or graduate sooner. They are flexible — courses are available in four-, six- or eight-week schedules with online, hybrid and in-person formats — and can be supported by financial aid.

Find the schedule of classes

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Take part in ScholarshipUniverse’s magical matching system

The clock is ticking, and it’s time to make your money magic happen. Submit your 2026-27 FAFSA to unlock every dollar of federal aid available to you.

If your award letter still leaves behind in your budget, don’t worry. Scholarships are ready to step in to cover the gap. With ScholarshipUniverse’s magical matching system, you can find more than 10,000 verified scholarships tailored to your unique circumstances. The curtain falls on applications April 1, so don’t miss your cue.

For more information or in-depth help, schedule a meeting with a knowledgeable advisor at The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship.

Watch this tutorial for insider tricks on navigating the network

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ScholarshipUniverse new and continuing student scholarships now open

Start prepping your scholarship materials — 2026-27 new and continuing student scholarship applications are now open. Did you know the various colleges offer their own scholarships? Whether you’re a fine arts student or an engineering student, there are scholarship opportunities open to you.

To be eligible for need-based scholarships, complete your 26-27 FAFSA first. Apply using ScholarshipUniverse or visit your college’s webpage for more information.

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Resources

Student Success Tip #8: Check your progress

Now is the time for you to check your class progress and reflect on the goals you set for yourself at the beginning of the semester. Look for your grades in Blackboard, visit the Shocker Learning Center on the second floor of the Shocker Success Center or contact student.success@wichita.edu to connect with your success coach.

Beyond the Lab: Research and Reasoning, Wednesdays 3:30-5:30 PM, Ahlberg Hall Room 201, March 25, Mastering EndNote: Citation Management Made Simple, Full workshop descriptions may be found at libraries.wichita.edu/beyond-the-lab

Strengthen your research skills with the Beyond the Lab workshop on mastering EndNote

The Beyond the Lab: Research and Reasoning series continues with “Mastering EndNote: Citation Management Made Simple” at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 25 in 201 Ahlberg Hall. Presented by University Libraries.

Tired of losing track of sources? This hands-on workshop will show students how to use EndNote to import, organize and cite references across projects. Whether you’re writing your first paper or formatting a thesis, EndNote can help you stay organized and reduce last-minute stress.

Savvy Scholar Workshop, Tuesdays at 3:30-4:30, March 10, Using Endnote Reference Manager, at Ablah Library

Attend Savvy Scholar workshop on Endnote and make citing and referencing easier

Improve your research skills and tackle academic challenges by attending the next Savvy Scholar workshop from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 at Ablah Library.

Learn to use EndNote to import, organize and share citations, and how to seamlessly insert them into Microsoft Word in multiple citation styles.

RSVP to the workshop

Shocker Athletics

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Men’s basketball bound for Birmingham as No. 2 seed

Riding a six-game win streak, Shocker men’s basketball enters the 2026 American Conference Championship as the No. 2 seed.

Wichita State concluded the regular season at 13-5 in league play, tied with Tulsa in the league standings, but earned the coveted top two seed due to the tiebreaker. With the No. 2 seed, Wichita State secures a triple bye all the way to the semifinals. Wichita State will take the court in the American Conference Championship at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 14 in Birmingham, Alabama on ESPN2.

The Shockers will play either No. 3 Tulsa, No. 6 North Texas, No. 7 Florida Atlantic or No. 10 Temple for a spot in the championship game.

The men's tennis team huddles together in celebration after the upset win against Oklahoma State

No. 64 men’s tennis topples No. 34 Oklahoma State in thriller

Zaid Al Mashni delivered the clinching victory for Wichita State in a 4-3 upset win over No. 34 Oklahoma State on March 8 at the Sheldon Coleman Tennis Complex.

Sunday’s victory marked Wichita State’s first win over the Cowboys (12-4) since 1996, and the program’s highest-ranked victory since defeating No. 32 Memphis in 2021. The result also pushed the Shockers (9-7) to its fifth straight win, its longest streak since 2021.

Events and Recreation

Mar10 Day! Tuesday, March 10. Mario Freebies & Photobooth, 11 a.m.-while supplies last, RSC 1st floor. Mario Painting & Pizza, 2:30-4 p.m.

Join Mar10 Day at the Rhatigan Student Center

Join the Rhatigan Student Center for a Mar10 (Mario) Day. At 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, visit the first floor of the RSC for Mario-themed freebies and a photobooth while supplies last. Then at 2:30 p.m., swing by the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes for Mario painting and pizza, plus some Mario gaming on the big TVs.

Events are for WSU students only, with Shocker ID.

Make art and share it at the at Community Magnet Collage Swap

In collaboration with Student Activities Council — and in conjunction with the exhibition "With, Not For: Centering Community, Connection, and Identity" on view through June 3 at the Ulrich Museum of Art — the community is invited to celebrate creativity with Wichita-based collage artist Kinta McGhee. Create two sets of mini collage magnets from everyday scraps, keep one and swap one on the Community Magnet Wall. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 at the Ulrich Museum.

Campus Recovery Meeting Starting February 17th, meetings are every Tuesday at 1pm RSC 319 Care Team The Phoenix HOPE Services Suspenders4hope

Join HOPE Services and CARE Team for campus recovery meeting

Led by the community-based recovery organization, The Phoenix – Wichita, alongside HOPE Services and the CARE Team, the campus recovery meetings provide a space for grounding meditation and connection with other students in recovery.

These meetings take place at 1 p.m. every Tuesday in 319 Rhatigan Student Center, McKey Room. No sign-up is required and anyone seeking a recovery space.

Calling Student Groups and Organizations. Sunday April 19 | 12 - 4 p.m.17th St (from Oliver to Volustia) join us for Open Streets ICT: WSU & Shocker Neighborhood , this Spring. Help make a GREAT Impact! Register to be a volunteer or table today.

Connect and engage at Open Streets ICT: WSU & Shocker Neighborhood

Students, student groups and university organizations are invited to participate and help bring the heat to Open Streets ICT: WSU & Shocker Neighborhood from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 19.

Open Streets ICT: WSU & Shocker Neighborhood is a free community-building event along 17th Street (from Oliver to Volutsia), focused on elevating physical well-being and healthy living while fostering lasting connections.

Volunteer and connect with thousands of community members or table and increase engagement through fun activities and games. Registration is free, just select “on route” when completing the form.

For questions, contact Naquela Pack at naquela.pack@wichita.edu or 316-978-5955

Secure your spot

Fine Arts

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The Midterm Student Improv Show will take place in the Ulrich Museum

School of Performing Arts students in the Improvisation for Actors classes will perform their midterm show from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 in the Polk/Wilson Gallery at the Ulrich Museum of Art.

Improv — short for improvisational theater — is a form of live, unscripted performance where actors create scenes, characters, dialogues and stories on the spot. Unlike traditional theater, there is no script and everything is made up in real-time, often using suggestions from the audience.

From the classes, taught by Kate Compton, assistant professor, two troupes will perform: Absolute Improv and Wu’s Line is it Anyway?

Everyone is welcome at this free event.

News

LAST DAY! Enter to win $250 or a Red Spot upon completing HOPE Services National College Health Assessment Survey. Decorative images.

Last day to complete the NCHA survey for a chance to win red parking spot or $250 gift card

Today is last day to enter to win either a red parking spot for an entire semester or a $250 GreenPhire VISA gift card, among other prizes, by completing the confidential National College Health Assessment (NCHA) survey that was sent to your Wichita State email address on March 5 by WSU’s HOPE Services department.

For questions about the survey, contact Cora Olson, assistant director of HOPE Services, at 316-978-4792 or cora.olson@wichita.edu.

URCAF abstract submissions are now open

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) will be held on April 24 in Woolsey Hall. Abstract applications for the forum are due by April 8. Review the website for more information.

For questions about URCAF, email undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.

Submit your abstract

Kansas SBDC at Wichita State announces $25,000 in the GenAI Pitch Competition

The Kansas Small Business Development Center at Wichita State announced the launch of the 2026 GenAI Pitch Competition, a high-impact entrepreneurial event focused on accelerating technological innovation for small and medium-sized businesses.

In partnership with AWS and Futran Solutions, the competition will award at least $50,000 in technology grants to businesses that deliver the most compelling three-minute pitches, showcasing how AI technology could strengthen their operations or expand their market potential. Applicants must submit an application and business plan for evaluation. Judges will evaluate innovation, feasibility and long-term impact on business growth.

Learn more about the competition

Volunteer Opportunities and Surveys

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Spring volunteer opportunities are available

Join the Community Service Board and Civic Engagement for several meaningful volunteer opportunities this spring:

Help clean up local rivers with Wichita Clean Streams from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 21
Connect with seniors during Senior Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. March 28 and April 11
Support the Wichita Family Crisis Center from 10 a.m. to noon April 19
Assist with Open Streets ICT April 19 with multiple shifts available
Prepare art lesson materials at The Art Park from 9 to 11 a.m. April 25

Stop by the Volunteer Fair and learn more about volunteering opportunities

Are you curious about volunteering, but aren’t sure where to start? Stop by the Volunteer Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, March 9 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center to learn about ways that you can get involved.

There will be representatives from more than thirty non-profits on hand who can tell you about how you can get involved with volunteering. Once you have visited with five organizations, you can enter a raffle to win a prize as well. For questions, email civicengagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.