Author: Caelin Bragg

While faculty, staff and students have had access to the update myWSU portal since August, the new portal will become the primary myWSU starting Monday, Oct. 12. To help keep disruptions to a minimum for all users, the transition will occur after 5 p.m.

The modernized portal gives users the power to customize their Home tab, offering faster access to everyday tools, information and services.

First time users will get a brief tutorial of the new system and how to navigate and customize your Home tab.

Can’t find what you’re looking for in the new portal? Use the brand-new search functionality to find your most-used tools and bookmark them to your Home tab. If you are unable to find a previous functionality or have other feedback, you can submit it in the “Welcome to myWSU” card in the new myWSU by clicking “Provide feedback on the new myWSU.”

While the new portal will be primary, the old portal can still be accessed until the spring semester, giving faculty, staff and students ample time to familiarize themselves with the new portal and offer feedback.

Join the fun for four exciting games of bingo with the WSU Spark Society from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. Purchase up to three cards per game for a chance at great prizes. There will be one winner per game.

Everyone is invited to purchase a lunch (by Oct. 12) or bring their own, drop in after 11:30 a.m. to enjoy it before the games begin.

WSU Spark Society is a social/philanthropic organization open to WSU faculty and staff. Money raised will be used to offer at least two scholarships of $2,000, per academic year, to WSU students.

Driven by the largest freshman class in university history, combined enrollment by headcount across all Wichita State University locations for fall 2026 is 24,640, according to annual data released today by the Kansas Board of Regents. 

Wichita State’s main campus enrolled 18,003 students this fall, marking the second-highest enrollment total in its 131-year history. WSU Tech also reported its second-highest fall headcount at 6,637 students, while reaching record credit hours and full-time equivalency (FTE). 

Overall, Wichita State’s main campus enrollment dropped by 455 students, or 2.5%. While enrollment increased among several domestic student populations, those gains were offset by declines in graduate enrollment, driven in large part by a 23.9% decrease in international students. Graduate enrollment declined 16.2% overall. Additionally, overall student credit-hour production fell 1.5% from 170,521 to 167,899.

“This year’s enrollment reflects both the opportunities and challenges facing higher education,” said Wichita State President Rick Muma. “We’re proud to welcome the largest first-time-in-college freshman class in our history while continuing to see growth among students from Sedgwick County, our partner states and our dual-credit programs. Those trends show that domestic students and families continue to recognize the value of a Wichita State education and the opportunities available through applied learning, career preparation and student support.” 

WSU Tech continued to see strong demand for its workforce-focused programs, setting new records in fall 2026. Student credit hours increased 2.4% to an all-time high of 61,665, resulting in a record FTE enrollment of 4,111. Adult enrollment also reached an all-time high of 3,302 students, reflecting continued demand for career training and credential programs that support Kansas employers and workforce needs. 

Because of expected rainy weather, the annual Shocktoberfest bonfire on Wednesday, Sept. 30 will be moved to inside Social Tap. Remarks from Shocker Athletics coaches, presentation of the Shocktoberfest Court and Shock Rock’s performance will still be held at their normal times.

Additionally, if rainy weather continues, Shocker Pride. Nationwide. Celebrate the Arts on Thursday, Oct. 1 will be moved to inside the Ulrich Museum of Art and McKnight Art Center.

Visit wichita.edu/shocktoberfest to stay up to date on the status and locations of events throughout the remainder of the week.

Thank you for your understanding as WSU works to ensure all Shockers can enjoy Shocktoberfest events safely and comfortably.

Effective collaboration does not just happen. It is built through clear communication and shared accountability. Led by Percy Turner of the WSU Community Engagement Institute, this session helps leaders create environments where ideas flow freely and teamwork thrives.

Join the session from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 (check-in at 12:45 p.m.) at the Wichita Public Library, Westlink Branch, 8515 W. Bekemeyer St.

Cost is $100 per person. Shockers can use code 2025ProDev to receive 10% off registration for any class.

Taking care of yourself is an important part of sustained success. Wichita State’s Wellness-To-Go vending machine in the Heskett Center lobby provides convenient and affordable access to health and wellness products when you need them.

The machine offers a variety of items designed to support students’ physical and personal well-being.

The table below is to assist instructors with certain dates regarding CES. These dates are for the fall 2026 semester.

• The first column includes the various start/end (part-of-term) dates for fall semester courses.
• The second column includes dates meant for instructors. This is the timeframe when instructors will receive emails about the CES process and procedures that they should complete. Instructors will receive additional emails during and after the student CES access dates.
• The last column includes the dates that CES will be available for the students to complete course evaluations.

The full CES administration schedule is always accessible online.

Fairmount Street and a portion of WuShock Drive will be closed Thursday, Oct. 1 for Shocker Pride. Nationwide. Celebrate the Arts.

N. Isley Lane and Lot 20, near Wilner Auditorium will still be accessible from WuShock Drive. Traffic will reopen by Friday, Oct. 2.

Fairmount Street and a portion of WuShock Drive near the Ulrich Museum of Art will be closed Thursday, Oct. 1 for Shocker Pride. Nationwide. Celebrate the Arts.

N. Isley Lane and Lot 20, near Wilner Auditorium will still be accessible from WuShock Drive. Traffic will reopen by Friday, Oct. 2.

In the event of emergency notifications, severe weather or changes to normal campus operations, WSU will update our campus partners through the Shocker Alert system. To receive those alerts to your phone, sign up by texting “SHOCKERALERTS” to 67283.