A student poses in front a camera for the filming of a TV show. A black WSU sign is in the background.

Do you want to be the star of your own video feature for Wichita State’s social media? Video introductions are now being accepted from students just like you.

You can submit your video through the online Student Stories form. Videos should be under two minutes long and briefly showcase your story and personality. If selected, Wichita State will produce a short feature video to be posted on WSU’s social media.

The following are a few examples of similar features created by WSU:

Here are some topics you can use as inspiration for your submission:

  • Academics, applied learning, research
  • Innovation, field experience
  • Student organizations, athletics/intramurals
  • Student life, campus traditions, belonging
  • Student success resources, on-campus living experience

For questions, contact Marcus Wright, director of videography in the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, at marcus.wright@wichita.edu.

Students walking in front of the Wichita State mural in the Rhatigan Student Center as they're filmed by a cameraman for a TV show.

The Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing is seeking students who are comfortable on camera to be featured in an upcoming series of Student Stories videos for Wichita State’s social media.

Students can submit their two minute audition videos through the online Student Stories form, which should briefly showcase their stories and personalities. If a student is selected, Wichita State will produce a short feature video to be posted on WSU’s social media.

The following are a few examples of similar features created by WSU:

For questions, contact Marcus Wright, director of videography in the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, at marcus.wright@wichita.edu.

WSU student Liam Crawford stands on the court at the NCAA tournament venue in a navy suit and striped tie. The March Madness logo is visible beneath his feet, with event staff and attendees in the background.

Wichita State sport management student Liam Crawford recently served as a media host relations assistant during the NCAA men’s basketball tournament in Wichita in March, gaining hands-on experience with media operations, technology support and game-day logistics.

“This is a sport management experience that you can’t get anywhere else,” Crawford said. “I am so grateful that I had a role in putting on such a great event for the city of Wichita.”

The opportunity helped him connect classroom learning to real-world practice and gave him a new lens for viewing the sports industry.

“My whole vision of sports has changed,” he said. “When I sit down and look at any sporting event, I see more than just the game — I see the behind-the-scenes and what coordinators are doing just to put on that sporting event.”

Teri Hall

Dr. Teri Hall, vice president for Student Affairs, has announced her intention to retire at the end of the fall 2025 semester. The university will conduct a national search for her replacement.

Hall has been at WSU since 2017. She came here from Towson University and in her time at Wichita State has been a staunch advocate for WSU’s 17,000-plus students, growing mental health and wrap-around services, increasing housing options and expanding student leadership opportunities.

“Dr. Hall has been an exceptional servant leader, dedicated to fostering a campus environment where every student feels connected and supported,” said Dr. Monica Lounsbery, senior executive vice president and provost. “Her unwavering advocacy has helped shape a culture of inclusivity and belonging, ensuring that the student experience and well-being remains a top priority. Her contributions to advancing mental health support and care on our campus are both invaluable and deeply appreciated.”

Updates on the search process and a retirement celebration will be communicated in the coming months.

“Serving our students at Wichita State has been the honor of my life, and though I will no longer be here on campus, I will always be a Shocker,” Hall said.

myShockerhealth newsletter 5-30-2025. Issue 6. With the text, "May is here! WSU students have graduated, others have moved."

The May 30th issue of the myShockerhealth newsletter is now live to read and focuses on health education including:

  • What is post-nasal drip?
  • No portable chargers in checked luggage
  • Do you need a measles vaccination booster?
  • How long does it take to walk 10,000 steps?
  • Employee Corner
  • Weight loss journey with GLP-1
Barton School’s Spero Program Secures Funding for Year 2 Expansion

After an inaugural year, Spero has secured funding for its second year, thanks to private and corporate partners and a reinvestment by the Charles Koch Foundation. Housed within the Barton School of Business, Spero — Latin for “hope” — helps individuals achieve lasting independence through skill-building and access to meaningful employment. In its first year, it became both the first microcredential program in WSU’s history and the first 1EdTech TrustEd microcredential program in the world.

“I am proud of the impact Spero has already made in helping community members who need it most,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School and executive director of Spero. “With the continued support of the Charles Koch Foundation and the commitment from new donors, we look forward to expanding the growth opportunities for our students.”

In its second year, Spero will expand the scope and course programming for both the Career Readiness and Entrepreneurship tracks.

Anyone on campus this week will notice a large influx of visitors for events this weekend. Scheduled this weekend are:

  • 5A state baseball, softball and track May 29-31 at Eck Stadium, Wilkins Stadium and University Stadium (volunteer opportunities are still available)
  • Sedgwick County Extension Office Master Garden Tour May 30 at Woolsey Hall and the President’s Residence
  • Fifth annual Plein Art competition, part of Riverfest, May 31 at the Ulrich Museum of Art
  • Brass Institutes of America May 25-31 throughout Duerksen Fine Arts Center

These events are expected to bring a combined total of over 30,000 visitors to campus. Some events will have volunteers helping visitors around campus, but anyone who sees someone looking lost or needing directions can use the campus map (wichita.edu/map) to help guide them to their destinations.

Direct map links to each location:

Faculty, staff, students and partners are encouraged to plan accordingly and arrive early if they come to campus during these events.

Students in the middle of filming in front of the Wichita State mural in the RSC.

The Wichita State episode of “The College Tour,” an Amazon Prime original series, is now streaming on Prime Video.

The episode offers a unique opportunity to experience campus through the eyes of Wichita State students, highlighting WSU’s student-centered, innovation-driven mindset. Share it with prospective students, families, alumni and anyone interested in life at WSU to give them a glimpse of what it means to be part of Shocker Nation.

In addition to watching on Prime Video, you can also access the episode or explore the 20 individual segments at wichita.edu/thecollegetour.

For campus marketers, a SharePoint toolkit is available with everything needed to promote the episode and individual segments, including social media and newsletter copy, downloadable segments and more.

Wichita State thanks everyone who helped make this project a success including our featured students and alumni who brought Shocker Nation to life on screen.

Valerie Corradini

The Barton School of Business is excited to announce the addition of Valerie Corradini to its Dean’s Advisory Board. Corradini is a financial services executive with expertise in investment management, wealth advisory, institutional consulting and fintech. As a Graystone consultant at Morgan Stanley, her team advises roughly 50 non-profit, foundation and endowment clients. Hers is one of fewer than 60 teams accredited to specialize in the fiduciary management of discretionary and advisory portfolios on behalf of hospitals, faith-based organizations, universities, non-profits and complex ultra-high net worth families. As a member of the Dean’s Advisory Board, Corradini will join other industry leaders from around the world to advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Barton School through strengthening, enriching and enhancing the student experience.

“It’s a wonderfully exciting time to join the Dean’s Advisory Board, with its momentum of growth and innovation,” said Corradini. “I look forward to advancing key initiatives and creating new ones with a combination of perspective, creative energy and work ethic.”

Screen shot taken from the Fiscal Year End Memo web page managed by the Financial Services department. The image is asking faculty and staff to submit any questions about the Fiscal Year-End 2025 close. The image include a button that directs end user to a survey to submit their questions. The Financial Services department is going to build a frequently asked questions (FAQs) set on the page once questions are submitted.

It is a busy time as the university prepares for the 2025 Fiscal Year-End close. The Financial Services department issued an end-of-year memo to budget officers, budget review officers and business managers outlining important tasks and deadlines to assist departments in managing their budgets and ensuring a smooth close. 

The Financial Services department would like to provide additional support by answering any questions that may be helpful during the close process. Review the memo to ensure important deadlines are met and utilize the “Submit Your Questions” link at the bottom of the page to get the answers you need or directly here.

As common questions emerge, Financial Services plans to build FAQs on the page to help others work through similar questions and challenges.