Marco Hernandez accepts his award at the KBOR meeting Sept. 17.

Marco Hernandez — Assistant Teaching Professor of Print Media and associate director in the School of Art, Design and Creative Industries — was recognized with Faculty of the Year Award, non-tenure track, from the Kansas Board of Regents.

Erin O'Bryan accepts her award at the KBOR meeting Sept. 17.

Erin O’Bryan, Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, was recognized with Faculty of the Year Award, tenure-track, from the Kansas Board of Regents.

Lisa Parcell accepts the award at the KBOR meeting Sept. 17.

Lisa Parcell, Kansas Health Foundation Director of the Elliott School of Communication, was recognized with Faculty of the Year Award, tenured, from the Kansas Board of Regents.

Mrs. Pereski, office coordinator of the Department of English, was recognized with the Ripple Effect Award from Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

John Keckeisen, office coordinator of the Department of History, was recognized with the Excellent Service Award from Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Wichita State women's tennis. Welcome Jacob Eddins, women's tennis head coach.

Wichita State welcomes Jacob Eddins as the new head coach of the Shocker women’s tennis team. With a proven track record of elevating collegiate programs to national prominence, Eddins brings exceptional leadership, recruiting acumen and a passion for student-athlete development to Shocker tennis.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jacob Eddins, and his family, to Wichita State,” said Kevin Saal, director of athletics. “His impressive and successful track record across multiple programs, including Illinois, West Virginia, Auburn and Western Carolina, aligns seamlessly with our vision for dynamic growth and championship-level performance. Jacob’s energy, expertise and commitment to student-athletes will be critical elements in the future success of our program.”

“I am honored to be named the next head women’s tennis coach at Wichita State University,” Eddins said. “I want to thank Director of Athletics Kevin Saal and Senior Associate AD Brad Pittman for entrusting me with the opportunity to lead a program with such a proud and storied tradition. I’m also incredibly grateful to my wife, Michaela, and our four beautiful children – Kylie, Gavin, Jayce and Carter – for their unwavering love and support. I wouldn’t be in this position without them and can’t thank them enough.”

Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes logo. Friday $3 Pool Tournaments 2 p.m. Every Friday. $3 Entry Fee Per Week. Win Pre-Paid Pool Cards. Earn Points to Qualify for the Semester Championship

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes at 2 p.m. every Friday for a pool tournament. Tournaments will alternate between 8-ball and 9-ball and have a $3 entry fee per week. The winner each week will win a pre-paid pool card and earn points to qualify for the semester championship. For questions, email SSGL@wichita.edu.

Picture of miscalleneous items and trash. Content: Community Service Board logo, Shocker Neighborhood Clean-Up, Saturday September 27th 2025 from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Join the Community Service Board for a morning of volunteering with neighbors in the Shocker Neighborhood. Help those in the Shocker community keep their neighborhoods clean and beautiful. Volunteers will help clean up trash and debris. The next clean-up will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27.

For more information, email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.

Mini Wellness & Social Services Fair. Prizes! SWAG! Resources! Wednesday, Sept. 17 11a.m. - 1p.m. in the RSC

Shockers, come to the Mini-Wellness and Social Services Fair any time from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Sept. 17 in the Rhatigan Student Center to learn about local resources and to enter to win a variety of prizes.

The event celebrates and promotes health, wellness and social service resources within the campus and community. Learn about the unique service providers the are available to you and gain a better understanding about their role in the community.

The event is sponsored by HOPE Services, Student Engagement and Belonging, and Student Health Services.

WSU Food Truck Plaza. Established 2016

Schedule is subject to change

Wednesday:

  • Casa Azada Jalisco: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Thursday:

  • Casa Azada Jalisco: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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