Category: Volunteer Opportunities

Researchers are looking for participants between the ages of 18 to 30 for a research study. Each participant will be involved in filling out questionnaires, a free pre- and post-intervention DEXA scan, and various muscle testing. Testing will take approximately 45 minutes to one hour. The intervention will be performed three times per week for 12 weeks, with testing every four weeks.

Eligibility requirements: No lower extremity or spine injuries or surgeries in the past six months, no current lower extremity or spine pain; not pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to become pregnant at the time of program; not smoking; not currently involved in any outside powerlifting, sprinting, plyometrics or jumping program. Participants must have access to either WSU main campus (Heskett Center) or WSU Old Town campus.

Researchers are WSU are conducting a research study to see how Eustachian tube massage works. Participants will be asked to perform a few maneuvers and have the movement of your eardrum measured. The study will take approximately 30 minutes. There is no compensation for volunteering.

Participation requirements:

• English is your native language
• No history of ear surgery
• Fall into the age range of 18-50 years

If you are interested in participating or would like to know more, contact Dr. Katharine Fitzharris at katharine.fitzharris@wichita.edu.

Volunteers are needed for the fall 2024 Commencement Ceremonies will be held Sunday, Dec. 15. There are two shifts: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and 3:30-7:30 p.m.

Participation is voluntary. Volunteers will be fed and enjoy a great time with a fun group of people as you welcome guests and graduates to this memorable event.

Volunteers should check with student organizations they are a member of or their departments to see if there are even more benefits to your participation.

WSU is starting an aural rehabilitation group for seniors who are new to hearing aid use. The program needs students to help run the eight-week program and assist participants. The sessions are two hours each week, and there would be up to two hours of pre-session meeting time for preparation and instructions. You will help run the program, as well as participating in the study. You’ll be asked to complete surveys regarding your experience in the group, the impact this experience has had on you and your experience working with this population. There is no compensation for your time, but participation could look great on a resume.

If you are interested in the study or have questions, contact Dr. Katharine Fitzharris (katharine.fitzharris@wichita.edu) or Dr. Cynthia Richburg (cynthia.richburg@wichita.edu).

The Office of First-Year Programs is thrilled to announce the 10th anniversary of Clash of the Colleges, and this year’s event promises to be bigger than ever. It is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this milestone celebration a success.

As a volunteer, you’ll not only play a key role in one of WSU’s biggest campus traditions, but you’ll also receive a special Clash of the Colleges T-shirt and bandanna. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle with exciting prizes up for grabs.

This is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with the campus community and be a part of a memorable event. If you’re interested in volunteering, complete the sign-up sheet by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.

Contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu for any questions.

The Office of First-Year Programs is thrilled to announce the 10th anniversary of Clash of the Colleges, and this year’s event promises to be bigger than ever. It is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this milestone celebration a success.

As a volunteer, you’ll not only play a key role in one of WSU’s biggest campus traditions, but you’ll also receive a special Clash of the Colleges T-shirt and bandanna. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle with exciting prizes up for grabs.

This is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with the campus community and be a part of a memorable event. If you’re interested in volunteering, complete the sign-up sheet by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.

Contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu for any questions.

Wichita State Department of Physical Therapy is hosting iCanBike and iCanSwim camps the week of July 29-Aug. 2, with an orientation the afternoon of July 28.

Join daily that week during a 60-90 min session to help an individual with a disability learn to swim or ride a bicycle. Ability to swim or ride a bike is absolutely not required but volunteering for iCanBike includes jogging alongside a new bike rider.

iCanBike will be held in the Aetna gym at Charles Koch Arena and iCanSwim will be held in the Heskett Center.

• Find iCanBike details and sign-up information.
• Find iCanSwim details and sign-up information.

5A state baseball and softball will be held on Wichita State’s campus May 23-24 and state track May 24-25. Last year, these activities brought more than 30,000 people to campus. The university is asking for help from the campus community to drive golf carts and staff tents during these events.

Tents will be set up in various locations around campus May 24 and 25. Individuals staffing tents will welcome people to campus, offer water, hand out brochures and promotional items and answer questions visitors may have.

Golf cart rides will be offered May 24 and 25. Drivers will provide visitors rides to their destinations on campus.

If you are interested in working these events, sign up online. There are three tabs at the bottom of the sheet: one to sign up as a tent worker, one to sign up as a golf cart driver and one to include your sign up information. Volunteers signed up by May 13 will receive a T-shirt to be worn during the events. Please indicate your preferred T-shirt size and include your email address on the third tab of the sign up. Detailed information will be sent the week of May 20 to those signed up to help.

These events would not be successful without the support of our Shocker family, and we sincerely appreciate your help in creating a welcoming campus for our guests.

The Shocker Rowing team is looking for volunteers for the Plains Regional Regatta Sunday, May 5. Multiple timeslots and positions are available.

The Graduate School is seeking faculty, staff and community volunteers to judge during the poster session of the 2024 Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) Symposium Friday, April 26 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Judges will be asked to be available from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. on the day of the event.

The Graduate School is counting on volunteer services this year, and this will give volunteers an excellent opportunity to learn about the research graduate students have been engaged in across campus.