Author: Kim Kufahl

The Shocker Career Accelerator photo booth will be closed Friday, Sept. 18. Regular hours will resume Monday, Sept. 21.

Visit wichita.edu/photobooth for photo booth hours and additional information.

The Shocker Career Accelerator photo booth will be closed Friday, Sept. 18. Regular hours will resume Monday, Sept. 21.

Visit wichita.edu/photobooth for photo booth hours and additional information.

The Shocker Career Accelerator will be closed from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 while staff host the Engineering and IT Career Fair.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to invite students interested in engineering and information technology careers to attend the fair from 2 to 5 p.m. in the RSC third-floor ballroom. Students can connect with employers recruiting for internships and full-time jobs.

For more information, students can visit wichita.edu/engineeringfair.

Students interested in engineering and information technology careers are invited to attend the Engineering and IT Career Fair from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

Connect face-to-face with employers recruiting WSU students for internships, co-op positions and full-time jobs. Whether you are beginning to explore career options or actively searching for your next opportunity, this career fair is a great place to build connections and learn about opportunities in your field.

Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume and be prepared to introduce yourself to employers. Learn more at wichita.edu/EngineeringFair.

Elizabeth Small, a geology master’s student at Wichita State, is turning a childhood fascination with rocks into valuable experience for her future career.

Through an applied learning position with Wichita State’s geology department, Elizabeth works as an applied learning student assistant for Geological Collection Curation. She plans to graduate in spring 2027.

In her role, Elizabeth identifies and organizes rock and mineral samples within the department’s geological collection. The work requires her to carefully examine each specimen’s physical and optical properties and maintain accurate records so the collection remains a useful resource for students, faculty and researchers.

Kick off the semester with the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26 on the east lawn of Hubbard Hall (find directions to the event).

Enjoy free root beer and hot dogs while connecting with 40+ employers, exploring career opportunities and getting career tips from the Shocker Career Accelerator.

Casual dress is encouraged. Bring your Shocker ID or student number for check in.

The Shocker Career Accelerator will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, while the team hosts the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to share the event with students and invite them to attend from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 26 on the east lawn of Hubbard Hall.

Want to offer extra credit? The Shocker Career Accelerator tracks student attendance at the event. Faculty and staff who would like to offer extra credit to a class or student group can send their class list to kim.kufahl@wichita.edu.

After receiving more than 50 job rejections, Wichita State University mechanical engineering student Isiah Tiongson knew he needed a different approach. With support from the Shocker Career Accelerator — and a meaningful connection made at the Engineering & IT Career Fair — he secured a summer 2025 internship with Viega that developed into a part-time role during the school year.

Isiah, who is set to graduate in December 2026, first turned to the Shocker Career Accelerator for help with his job search. He met three times with Career Coaches Aaron Evans and Sara Leftwich, who helped him rebuild his resume, strengthen his networking skills, explore different job-search platforms and regain the confidence to keep trying.

“I continue to be grateful for the effort and support they gave me,” Isiah said.

Complete your brief post-graduation outcomes survey and receive a free WSU alumni T-shirt.

How to participate:

• Log in to Shocker Central using your WSU credentials
• Complete the survey when prompted after login
• Don’t see it? Go to the “Outcomes” section and click “+ Report Status” under Post-Graduation

Need step-by-step help? View detailed instructions.

Wichita State is excited to announce that the State of Kansas Applied Learning Funds are now open for applications for the fiscal year 2027.

Who can apply?

Wichita State colleges and departments are invited to submit proposals. Special attention will be given to programs that have traditionally lacked access to paid applied learning opportunities.

What are the funding priorities?

• Areas of greatest need: Priority will be given to proposals that expand paid applied learning opportunities in fields with limited access to paid experiences and strengthen the Kansas talent pipeline.
• Academic alignment: The work-based experience should connect with your academic program, ensuring students are building valuable bridges between theory and practice.
• Data-driven approach: The ability to collect data on your program’s effectiveness is crucial. This helps us ensure these funds have a lasting positive impact on student success.

To submit your proposal, visit wichita.edu/ALfund.