Category: University Life

Do you and your friends want to compete against other students from across the university? Wichita State has several intramural sports for you to participate in, including 3v3 basketball, 7v7 flag football, pickleball, dodgeball and even games such as Madden, NBA2K, EAFC and NHL. Learn more and sign up at imleagues.com/wichita.

Located right in front of the Rhatigan Student Center and Shocker Success Center is the Community Garden, open to all students to plant and harvest a variety of fruits and vegetables, maintained by WSU’s Green Group.

Whether you’re an adept gardener, someone looking to find a new hobby while attending Wichita State or just want to find fresh fruits and veggies for your dorm room, the Community Garden has something for everyone.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to study, need help with research or just finding a new book to read, students have access to thousands of materials in Ablah Library. Does the library not have what you need? You can also borrow from libraries across the country, all for free, using Interlibrary Loans. You can also reserve private study spaces for you or your group. Get started by visiting wichita.edu/library.

As you begin driving to class, don’t forget to get your ePermit and park only in designated student lots — identifiable by the green “S” signs for general student parking and orange “H” signs for Shocker Hall residents in front of parking lots.

Parking fills up quickly, so plan ahead and give yourself extra time. You can find all student parking lots at wichita.edu/map under “Parking & Transportation.” Parking in roadways or outside marked stalls is not allowed.

The Interfraternity Council is hosting Welcome Week so you can learn more about the six fraternities. Join starting at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24 for house tours and dinner. Stop by any of the events throughout the week to learn more about the values, service, scholarship and events of our fraternities.

Wichita State’s muscle-bound mascot WuShock has his own lookalike on campus. Unveiled in 2020, the bronze WuShock sculpture stands eight feet tall in front of the Steve Clark YMCA and Student Wellness Center.

Paying homage to the history of WuShock — who’s been WSU’s mascot since 1948 ­— the sculpture features a vintage style of the mascot.

The sculpture was donated to the university by Steve Clark, whose namesake is also the YMCA on campus. The next time you’re visiting the Student Wellness Center or spending time at the Steve Clark YMCA, take a selfie with Wu and tag or DM Wichita State: @wichitastateu.

Looking to meet new people and make friends? ProjectConnect is a six-week program that connects students with fellow Shockers to begin building their campus community. Connection is essential to the college experience. There will be a variety of small groups to choose from focused on building friendships and connections to resources, involvement opportunities and to people.

Check out the Connect groups and sign up for one today by visiting ProjectConnect at wichita.edu/projectconnect.

The Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA houses Student Health Services (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), both designed for students’ wellbeing in mind. You can schedule an appointment for your medical needs with SHS at studenthealth.wichita.edu or schedule counseling with CAPS at wichita.edu/caps.

As a faculty member, you have access to a confidential resource adept at navigating university policies and procedures. Our ombudspersons are dedicated to impartially facilitating resolutions and ensuring your voice is heard. Connect with us for guidance and support.

Faculty ombuds provide confidential and impartial assistance, helping you understand your options and navigate the complexities of university policies and processes. Connect with us for support in resolving conflicts and ensuring fair treatment.