Category: News

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Applications for the 2026 John A. See Innovation Award will be accepted now through Jan. 16, 2026. The award was established in December 2013 by John A. See to support prototype development, which may include development of products in engineering and science, emerging technologies, development of life-enhancing therapeutic products, creation of application of new knowledge and artistic ventures.

Faculty and students are eligible to apply for the proof of concept award. For more information and access to the online application options go to wichita.edu/innovationaward.

The Shocker Career Accelerator has launched the Post Graduation Outcomes (PGO) survey for all undergraduate and graduate students graduating in fall 2025.

The data collected through Shocker Central provides insights into recent graduates’ employment status, further education and other career-related activities. This information helps create clear, concise and consistent data on the outcomes associated with a college education on a national scale.

Outcomes include:

• Types of employment — full or part-time, contract, freelance, other
• Additional education, e.g., accepted to graduate or professional school
• Still seeking either employment, further education or military
• Starting salary for those employed full-time

How can you contribute to the success of collecting post-graduation outcomes? 

• Encourage your graduating students to take the short (three to five minutes) survey
• Use the marketing text below as a template for your fall 2025 graduates and add it to Blackboard

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🎉 Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from Wichita State! Complete this brief survey, and you can pick up a FREE WSU Alumni T-shirt 🖤💛 at the Shocker Career Accelerator!

Here’s how to participate:

1. Log in to Shocker Central: Use your WSU SSO credentials to access your account.
2. Complete the Survey: You will be prompted to complete the survey after you log in. If you don’t see it, navigate to the “Outcomes” box and click “+Report Status.” for Post-Graduation.

Your feedback is incredibly valuable—it helps us track the success of our graduates and learn more about your next steps, whether that’s graduate school, starting your career, or exploring new opportunities. 🚀

Need help with your job search? The Shocker Career Accelerator is here for you! Call 📞 (316) 978-3688 to schedule a job search appointment. 🎓 Go Shockers! 💛🖤

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FAQ:

What are the dates students can take the Post Graduation Outcomes Survey?
Students graduating in fall 2025 can access the PGO Survey now through June 2026. Students will receive email reminders until they complete the survey.

Who is eligible to take the Post Graduation Outcomes Survey?
Students who submit the application for degree (AFD) are eligible for the semester they intend to graduate.

I don’t have any questions right now, but I know I will soon – do you happen to know who I should contact?
Contact Sarah Mathews at 316-978-6144 or sarah.mathews@wichita.edu.

Need a quick flyer?
Download the QR Code flyer (PDF) and post it for students to scan.

Faculty can review the final exam schedule available from the Registrar.

Final exams should be held in the same room assigned to the class during the time slot listed on the final exam schedule. Any deviation from the room or time should be coordinated with the Registrar’s Office ahead of time to avoid conflicts with other classes. Contact Allie Paredes at allie.paredes@wichita.edu if you have any questions or need to make alternate arrangements.

The Financial Services department is excited to launch Finance Self-Service Banner 9 on Dec. 1. The functionality remains the same, but screens have been updated for a more intuitive user experience. Finance Self-Service Banner 8 is still accessible but will retire soon.

Utilize the Finance Self-Service Banner 9 Handbook to navigate the new interface, with step-by-step instructions on how to use each module to access the information you need.

You can also sign up to attend one of the virtual launch sessions in myTraining. Search “Finance Self-Service Banner 9 Demo” and sign up for a morning session Dec. 3 or an afternoon session Dec. 9.

If you have any questions, reach out to Kristie Courtney, executive director, business services, at kristie.courtney@wichita.edu.

The Barton School of Business at Wichita State University proudly unveiled its newest Envision Arts Program exhibition in Woolsey Hall — featuring the youngest artists ever to have their work displayed in the building. Three talented children from the Cathy G. Hudson Envision Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) now have their art showcased on the third floor of the Barton School.

ECDC provides an inclusive early learning environment for children ages 0-5 who are blind or visually impaired. Through art, these young creators are encouraged to explore their imagination, refine their sensory experiences and express their unique perspectives on the world.

“Our little artists have been inspired by the masters,” said Sarah Kephart, senior manager at Envision Arts. “With tiny hands and big hearts, they’ve reimagined iconic works in ways that only young minds can. Come celebrate their playful, powerful interpretations and see the classics through fresh eyes.”

This past summer, 14 students from the Barton School of Business at Wichita State University took experiential learning to new heights through the Global Entrepreneurship Experience, an immersive three-week study abroad program set in the picturesque South of France.

The program seamlessly blended academic rigor, applied learning, and cultural discovery. Students took courses in entrepreneurship and international business research, collaborated directly with a French technology company on a real-world consulting project, and explored the vibrant regional culture — from its historic towns and cuisine to its dynamic approach to business and innovation.

“It’s hard to summarize the experience of being immersed in another culture,” said Dr. Seth Cockrell, associate professor and chair of the Department of Marketing at the Barton School, who co-led the program. “Everything—from food to mannerisms to societal norms—shapes how people live and do business. Our students didn’t just study these concepts; they lived them.”

WSU Medical Laboratory Science students are the champions in the fifth season of the Super Cell Bowl 2025, sponsored by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and Cellavision. This is an educational and extracurricular event that tests the students on their knowledge to correctly identify different types of cell morphology that can be observed in the human blood.

The competition included a total of almost 60 MLT and MLS programs throughout the United States. Students who participate are to download the free CellAtlas app and take the quiz. The top scorers are the students who correctly identify 30 cells in 30 seconds or less. WSU MLS had three students that achieved this feat. Daniela Salcedo submitted a score of 28 seconds, and there was a tie for second place at 29 seconds between Taryn Lessard and Derick Tejano.

Each individual on the championship team will receive an ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Exam review book and access to the exam simulator, and a certificate for participation in which they can use to add to their resumes.  The MLS program gets a trophy and recognized in the Critical Values magazine.

Wichita’s neighborhoods are getting a fresh boost thanks to a city-funded, community-led effort managed by Wichita State University’s Community Engagement Institute.

Through the Healthy Corner Store Initiative (HCSI), Wichita State’s Center for Public Health Initiatives works alongside small store owners, local growers and neighborhood organizations to expand access to affordable, healthy and culturally familiar foods in areas that need them most.

The City of Wichita launched the initiative using a $950,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant, selecting Wichita State through a competitive process to manage the program. CEI oversees the budget and helps stores add new produce and healthy items with the goal of improving food access and strengthening Wichita’s food economy.

A new Scholars Walk on the Wichita State University campus honors the achievements of faculty and their roles as scholars, mentors and innovators.

Installed this month, the Scholars Walk is a series of banners along the northeast walkway from the Plaza of Heroines to Heskett Center highlighting faculty from each of WSU’s academic colleges. Each banner includes a QR code that links to a biography and additional information on each faculty member’s scholarly work.

“The Scholars Walk is a celebration of our faculty who propel Wichita State’s mission forward through discovery, creativity and teaching excellence,” said Dr. Monica Lounsbery, Wichita State senior executive vice president and provost. “Our faculty play an essential role in advancing our work and every day, they are a catalyst for the growth of our students, one another, and the communities we serve. This walkway honors and celebrates their many achievements.”

The 11 faculty members are selected by WSU’s academic colleges in coordination with the Office of Academic Affairs.

Each banner along the path tells part of Wichita State’s story, a narrative rooted in exploration, discovery and the advancement of human understanding.