Author: Caelin Bragg

Wichita State University will be open today Wednesday, Feb. 12. In-person classes will be in session, and campus operations will continue as normal.

Students with questions or who are unable to safely travel or get around on campus can reach out to their instructor.

Facilities Services personnel are working hard to clear roadways and sidewalks on campus, but using caution and allowing for extra travel time is always advised when driving and walking on snow.

With the low temperatures and snow accumulation in Wichita, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Forecasts can change suddenly, and Wichita State will send out alerts via the ShockerAlert System if severe inclement weather will affect normal campus operations. Sign up for text alerts.
  • For changes to normal campus operations, Wichita State will consider the safety of faculty, staff, students and visitors; the snow and ice removal needs of the campus; the closure of local school districts and related childcare challenges faced by faculty, staff and students; and the business needs of the university. Learn more about WSU’s inclement weather policy.
• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your supervisor about work flexibility. Students concerned about classes can reach out to their instructors.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues, you can contact the Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus by calling 316-978-4792. The Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic can help treat minor/acute medical issues.

With the low temperatures and snow accumulation in Wichita, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Forecasts can change suddenly, and Wichita State will send out alerts via the ShockerAlert System if severe inclement weather will affect normal campus operations. Sign up for text alerts.
  • For changes to normal campus operations, Wichita State will consider the safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors; the snow and ice removal needs of the campus; the closure of local school districts and related childcare challenges faced by students, faculty and staff; and the business needs of the university. Learn more about WSU’s inclement weather policy.
• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your instructors about classes.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues from the weather, you can contact Student Health Services (SHS) at student.health@wichita.edu or call 316-978-4792. SHS is located in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus.

Temperatures are expected to drop throughout the week, and Wichita is anticipating snow accumulation, so be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Forecasts can change suddenly, and Wichita State will send out alerts via the ShockerAlert System if severe inclement weather will affect normal campus operations. Sign up for text alerts.
  • For changes to normal campus operations, Wichita State will consider the safety of faculty, staff, students and visitors; the snow and ice removal needs of the campus; the closure of local school districts and related childcare challenges faced by faculty, staff and students; and the business needs of the university. Learn more about WSU’s inclement weather policy.
• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your supervisor about work flexibility. Students concerned about classes can reach out to their instructors.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues, you can contact the Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus by calling 316-978-4792. The Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic can help treat minor/acute medical issues.

Sedgwick County, the WSU Police Department and several other Wichita-area organizations are conducting an emergency response exercise Tuesday, March 11 at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center, 225 W. Douglas Ave.

Volunteers are needed to role-play as casualties, family members and bystanders. Lunch will be provided.

If you’re interested, fill out the sign up form. The information you provide will only be used for this exercise and will not be shared with outside parties.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) is investing $2.5 million in Wichita State University, with $1.8 million earmarked as the lead gift to the Wichita Biomedical Campus. The remaining $700,000 will create two endowed Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas nursing scholarships in the WSU College of Health Professions.

“Most of the biggest moments in our lives are tied to health care in some way,” said Matt All, president and CEO of BCBSKS. “The Wichita Biomedical Campus will help make those moments better for Kansans by training the health care workers of the future and empowering them with the best tools and research. We’re thrilled to be a part of making it happen.”

The $1.8 million gift will go toward the remaining $16 million project cost and will ensure that clinical space is included in the $222 million Phase 1 of the Wichita Biomedical Campus construction. The inclusion of a clinic within the campus is an important element of providing applied learning for students while also increasing access to medical services.

Following work done in the area, the pathway between the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) and Jardine Hall has been reopened to foot traffic. Thank you for your understanding while the walkway was closed.

Students can head to the JCPenney Suit-Up event to save up to 45% off select career wear, shoes and accessories when you use the extra 30% off suit-up coupon available at the JCPenney Suit-Up event from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16 at JCPenney in Towne East Square, 7700 E. Kellogg Dr. 

Make sure you bring your Shocker ID or number, or you can shop online by texting “SHOCKS” to 67292 to get your 30% off coupon.

Wichita State has released the names of the 3,865 students included in the fall 2024 semester Dean’s Honor Roll list. To be included on the honor roll, students must be a full-time student (at least 12 credit hours) and have at least a 3.5 grade point average on the 4.0 scale.

Temperatures are expected to drop throughout the week, so be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way on campus between classes.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment offers advice on how to avoid cold weather-related health issues:

• Wear appropriate clothing, such as: Hats, scarves or masks that cover face/mouth, water-resistant coats, gloves, several layers of loose-fitting clothing and water-resistant boots
• Pay special attention to most-affected body parts: Nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers

Buildings on campus are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building as you make your way to class.

If you experience any health issues from the weather, you can contact Student Health Services (SHS) at student.health@wichita.edu or call 316-978-4792. SHS is located in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus.