The next Faculty Senate meeting will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28 in 211 Hubbard Hall. To learn more, visit the Faculty Senate webpage or email the Faculty Senate.

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In a partnership and collaboration between Faculty Senate and Staff Senate, the 2024 Stock the Shocker Support Locker Challenge has launched. The winter months tend to bring heavier foot traffic and need to the locker, so this year’s drive will take place between Oct. 14 and Nov. 1.

Last year, the senates collectively donated 4,328 items and $155 to the locker. Their goal this year is beat those numbers by donating 5,000 items and $500 to support Shockers in need. Details on how and where to donate are below.

Donating items:

  • All donations need to be dropped off at the Student Government Association office located in 219 Rhatigan Student Center. This change in the collection process will allow for easier tracking and processing of the items so they can be inventoried and shelved faster.
  • The Shocker Support Locker has a wish list posted on its website to guide your shopping. These are highly sought and requested items needed at the locker. When in doubt consider donating anything that is non-perishable and supports basic needs including:
    • Hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo)
    • Cleaning products (all-purpose cleaners, Clorox wipes)
    • Family items (diapers, wipes)
    • Basic pantry items (flour, sugar, spices)
    • Condiments (ranch, salad dressing, ketchup)
    • Microwave dinners, meals and items
    • Rice and pasta

Monetary donations:

  • All money donated is used to purchase items directly for the locker, which helps supplement low-donation periods and high-traffic times and needs.
  • Visit the giving website to donate financially.
    • In the comments section include: “University Senate Challenge” so that your donation can be attributed to the goal.
  • Thanks to Shelli Herman, alumna, donations through the above link will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000. The goal is $500, potentially resulting in a $1,000 overall contribution.

While the “competition” will run through Nov. 1, know that you can also donate to the locker any time throughout the year. Read more about the mission and operation of the Shocker Support Locker.

The Shocker Support Locker is more than just a food pantry; it is a testament to the strength of the community and the compassion that defines the Shocker family. Your gift to the Shocker Support Locker is instrumental in ensuring no student faces the challenges of hunger while pursuing their education.

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The next University Staff Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room, or via Teams. All USS meetings are open to the Wichita State campus community.

Learn more about University Staff Senate meetings, including accessing meeting links and viewing previous meeting minutes.

The Faculty Senate Executive Committee is hosting an NTT Forum in-person (no remote option will be available) from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30 in 211 Hubbard Hall.

Faculty Senate invites all non-tenure track (NTT) faculty members to join and share their thoughts regarding issues that affect NTT faculty. The Executive Committee will briefly summarize the work that has been completed over the last few years (e.g., policy updates) as well as areas that have been identified for future work.

Your input is greatly appreciated and will be used to inform the efforts of the Executive Committee as it strives to fully include NTT faculty in policy and in practice.

The Faculty Senate meeting will be held 3:30 p.m. today, Sept. 23 in 211 Hubbard Hall. To learn more, visit the Faculty Senate webpage or email the Faculty Senate.

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The next University Staff Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room, or via Teams. All USS meetings are open to the Wichita State campus community.

Learn more about University Staff Senate Meetings, access meeting links and previous meeting minutes, on the USS website.

The Faculty Senate meeting will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9 in 211 Hubbard Hall.

To learn more, visit the Faculty Senate webpage or email the Faculty Senate.

The first Faculty Senate meeting for the 2024-25 academic year will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26 in 211 Hubbard Hall.

To learn more, visit the Faculty Senate webpage or email the Faculty Senate.

University Staff Senate Meeting

The next University Staff Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room, or via Teams.

All USS meetings are open to the Wichita State campus community.

University Staff Senate Meeting

The next University Staff Senate (USS) meeting is scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. or via Teams.

All USS meetings are open to the Wichita State campus community.