• Wichita State University will be open Monday, Jan. 26 for normal operations
  • Make your voice heard at SGA Connect
  • Attend the eating on a budget workshop by Shocker Financial Wellness Jan. 28
  • Postponed to Jan. 27: Attend Vision Board table by Shocker Financial Wellness
  • ScholarshipUniverse new and continuing student scholarships now open
  • Kurzweil 3000 open training is available for all students
  • Student Success Tip: Take advantage of student hours
  • Connect with your peers during spring Connection Groups
  • Spring course spotlight: Buck the system with Power and Art History
  • Spring course spotlight: Explore the ‘why’ of political strategy in Diplomacy and Negotiation
  • Save the date for the Barton Speaker Series with Lieutenant General (Ret.) H.R. McMaster
  • Set yourself up for success at Syllabus Party with Success Coaches
  • Check out Student Activities Council’s open house Jan. 27
  • Attend UReCA research social and connect with others Jan. 27
  • Donate blood at blood drive on campus
  • Grub Guide: Shocker Hall Dining
  • Submit your video for a chance to be featured on WSU’s social media
  • Join in spreading warmth this winter through the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker winter coat drive
  • University Police Department calls on campus to stock the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker this Valentine’s Day
  • Strengthen leadership skills at Professional Development Series session on mentoring Feb. 4
Shocker Blast: Monday, Jan. 26, 2026
  • Campus operations update as Wichita prepares for inclement weather
  • Attend the eating on a budget workshop by Shocker Financial Wellness Jan. 28
  • Attend Vision Board table by Shocker Financial Wellness Jan. 26
  • The WSU Spark Society is accepting applications for its 2026-27 academic year scholarship
  • Spring course spotlight: Learn how to make your own games in Introduction to Game Design
  • Spring course spotlight: Dig deeper into the big questions of medicine in Philosophy of Medicine
  • Pizza Shuttle coming to Wichita State’s Braeburn Square
  • Snag some swag at I <3 SAC event Feb. 4
  • Set yourself up for success at Syllabus Party with Success Coaches
  • Save the date for Love Data Week Feb 9-13 at Ablah Library
  • Attend the UReCA online open house Jan. 28 and learn more about undergraduate research
  • Adult learners can connect with the colleges the week of Jan. 26
  • Grab your official Shocker men’s basketball Yellow Out tee for Jan. 24
  • Game day parking enforced Jan. 24
  • Wellness promotion for the campus and community: Dr. Fishwick’s applied learning experience
  • Campus construction update for spring 2026
  • New investment moves former Cessna Stadium renovation forward
  • Stop by the Volunteer Fair to learn about volunteering opportunities
  • Wu’s Big Event registration is now open
  • Grab the Friday Flash Sale at Braeburn Square Shocker Store
Shocker Blast: Friday, Jan. 23, 2026
  • Make your voice heard at SGA Connect
  • Attend Vision Board table by Shocker Financial Wellness Jan. 26
  • The WSU Spark Society is accepting applications for its 2026-27 academic year scholarship
  • Build your financial confidence this spring with Shocker Financial Wellness
  • Submit your application for 2026-27 FAFSA​
  • New TRIO SSS STEM program is available. Apply today
  • Connect with your peers during spring Connection Groups
  • Find mentored research opportunities with the UReCA Connect Database
  • Student Success tip: Make strong connections
  • Shocker ID perks: Transit
  • SEAS the day if you receive a SEAS email
  • Spring course spotlight: Get ahead of the game in The Entrepreneurial Experience
  • Spring course spotlight: Gain expertise in AI, VR, AR and more in Emerging Technologies
  • Find your ensemble and community in the School of Music
  • Grab your official Shocker men’s basketball Yellow Out tee for Jan. 24
  • Join Shocker men’s basketball Jan. 21 for Black Out Mental Health Stigma game
  • Adult learners can connect with the colleges the week of Jan. 26
  • Check out Student Activities Council’s open house Jan. 27
  • Register for Clash Build Cash, a WSU Center for Entrepreneurship competition
  • Manage your back-to-school stress with therapy dogs at PAWS & Relax
  • Help out with the annual Books & Bears for National TRIO and GEAR UP Day
  • Attend UReCA research social and connect with others Jan. 27
  • Donate blood at blood drive on campus
  • Attend Welcomefest events to help you get connected to campus
  • Join Wichita State for Suspenders4Hope Day 2026
  • Wichita State invites students to enjoy hot cocoa to kick off spring semester
  • Know who to call in case of an emergency – Call UPD directly at 316-978-3450 while on campus
  • Sushi Do opening Jan. 20 in the RSC
  • The Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker has new hours
  • Skylar Eikhoff-Fleeman and her professor, Kevin Hager, share a mentorship that goes beyond the classroom
  • HPC user and data clean-up advisory
  • Try pinball for free this week at Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Join in spreading warmth this winter through the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker winter coat drive
  • University Police Department calls on campus to stock the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker this Valentine’s Day
  • WSU’s College of Engineering ranks 17th in National Cyber League power rankings, student team cracks top 20 in competition
  • Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol applications are open
  • Jan. 21 is Suspenders4Hope Day in Wichita. Attend the free Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training at WSU
  • Participants needed for doctoral research project
  • Stop by the Volunteer Fair to learn about volunteering opportunities
  • Wu’s Big Event registration is now open
  • Gameday special available at Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Take advantage of Wu’s Wednesday Deal at the Shocker Store
  • Free black koozie available with purchase during Shocker men’s basketball game Jan. 21
Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026
  • Join Wichita State for Suspenders4Hope Day 2026
  • Wichita State invites students to enjoy hot cocoa to kick off spring semester
  • Spring course spotlight: Learn how to turn ideas into reality in Intro to Digital Filmmaking
  • Spring course spotlight: Dive deeper into your favorite books in Young Adult Literature
  • Sushi Do opening Jan. 20 in the RSC
  • The Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker has new hours
  • Free black koozie available with purchase during Shocker men’s basketball game Jan. 21
  • Take advantage of the Friday Flash Sale at Braeburn Square Shocker Store
  • Enjoy all day cosmic bowling Jan. 19 in Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
Shocker Blast: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
  • Save the date for the Barton Speaker Series with Lieutenant General (Ret.) H.R. McMaster
  • Find your ensemble and community in the School of Music
  • Spring course spotlight: Learn the secrets of the night sky in Introduction to Modern Astronomy
  • Spring course spotlight: Not all classes need to be endless studying. Take Bowling this spring
  • Kick off the spring semester at the SGA Welcome Bash Jan. 22
  • Campus community invited to legislative update session in the RSC
  • Register for 2026 Ad Astra Conference
  • Open Streets ICT: WSU and Shocker Neighborhood is coming back
  • Wichita State leads NSF rankings in engineering and aerospace research
  • All spring 2026 ePermits on sale now
  • Applications open for the 2026 John A. See Innovation Award
  • Don’t miss out: Start 2026 with a competitive edge by attending Elevate
  • Try the Buffalo Chicken Pizza in January at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Jan. 21 is Suspenders4Hope Day in Wichita. Attend the free Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training at WSU
  • Take advantage of Wu’s Wednesday Deal at the Shocker Store
Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026
  • Wichita State names Dr. Ali P. Gordon as dean of College of Engineering
  • Spring course spotlight: Round out your gen-ed courses with Wicked: Perspectives from Oz
  • Spring course spotlight: Get down to business in Exploring the World of Business
  • Wichita State launches forensic graduate programs to meet demand for evidence experts
  • Shocker men’s basketball hosts Rice during Baby Race Night
  • Flu vaccines are still available at Student Health Services
  • Submit a presentation for the 2026 Kansas Gender & Sexuality Conference
  • Take advantage of Wu’s Wednesday Deal at the Shocker Store
  • Get a free basketball with $100 purchase from Koch Arena Shocker Store
Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
  • Happy holidays, Shockers
  • Learn what it takes to be a Student Body President with a virtual information workshop
  • Submit your application for 2026-27 FAFSA​
  • Meet some of WSU’s fall 2025 graduating class of Shockers
  • Registrar’s Office closing for staff event part of Dec. 12
  • Parking Services moves forward with new parking enforcement software
  • Claim your student ticket for men’s basketball vs. DePaul Dec. 13
  • Spring course spotlight: Round out your gen-ed courses with Wicked: Perspectives from Oz
  • Spring course spotlight: Stay ahead of the robot uprising by taking Social Robotics
  • You (or your parents) may be eligible for a 2025 Higher Education Tax Credit
  • Buy and sell textbooks with Shocker Book Swap
  • Bring your furry friends to puppy paddle Dec. 13 in the Heskett Center
  • Register for 2026 Ad Astra Conference
  • Stocking stuffer ideas from the Shocker Store
  • December myShockerhealth newsletter is now available
  • Wichita State Cricket Club makes history with back-to-back championships
  • Submit your events to be featured as part of the spring 2026 Welcomefest schedule
  • Order a WuShock bowling ball as a holiday gift
  • Braeburn Square will remain open over WSU winter break
  • Wu’s Wednesday Deal at the Shocker Store
Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025
  • Learn what it takes to be a Student Body President with a virtual information workshop
  • Spring course spotlight: Put the pieces, or in this case bones, together in Foundational Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Spring course spotlight: Looking to find your calling? Try out Introduction to the Education Profession
  • You (or your parents) may be eligible for a 2025 Higher Education Tax Credit
  • Buy and sell textbooks with Shocker Book Swap
  • Earn cash with online textbook buyback
  • Bring your furry friends to puppy paddle Dec. 13 in the Heskett Center
  • Leadership and service to community: Michael Rivas’ applied learning experience
  • UReCA: Connect Database closed for winter break
  • Submit your events to be featured as part of the spring 2026 Welcomefest schedule
  • Take a naloxone administration training Dec. 15
  • Attend free Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training
Shocker Blast: Monday, Dec. 8, 2025
  • Title IX & Civil Rights Training required for students, faculty, staff
  • All are welcome to today’s SGA Student Senate meeting
  • Parking Services moves forward with new parking enforcement software
  • Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker closed for Food for Fines
  • Auxiliary Services will close early Dec. 3
  • ScholarshipUniverse new and continuing student scholarships now open
  • Apply for fall 2026 Study Abroad programs
  • Spring course spotlight: Learn more about the universe from start to finish in Dynamic Universe
  • Spring course spotlight: Not all classes need to be endless studying. Take Bowling this upcoming semester
  • Adult Learner graduation cords are available
  • Custom diploma frames are now available
  • Order your commencement T-shirt today
  • Enter raffle for a $250 book scholarship
  • Earn cash with online textbook buyback
  • Flu vaccines available at Student Health Services, including at pop-up clinic Dec. 3
  • Office of Student Accommodations and Testing offers resource to all WSU students – Kurzweil 3000
  • Melissa Scruggs from Wichita State University will present at the physics seminar Dec. 3
  • Visit the Coffee Chat workshop by Shocker Financial Wellness
  • Join School of Social Work for a night under the stars
  • Sharing light through song at the 62nd Candlelight Concert
  • Manage your finals stress with PAWS & Relax
  • Celebrate the season at the Wednesdays in Wiedemann holiday concert
  • See something? Say something: Call UPD at 316-978-3450
  • Order a WuShock bowling ball as a holiday gift
  • Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol applications are open
  • Partnership between WSU and Somewhere Works creates big opportunities for Wichita’s music scene
  • Top gifts under $25 from the Shocker Store
  • Applications open for the 2026 John A. See Innovation Award
  • Braeburn Square will remain open over WSU winter break
  • Attend free Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide Training
  • Participants needed for doctoral research project
  • De-Stress Fest specials at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
  • Save 40% on one item Wednesday at the RSC Shocker Store
  • Get a WSU bear with $100 purchase
Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025
  • Title IX & Civil Rights Training required for students, faculty, staff
  • Spring course spotlight: Learn how to make your own games in Introduction to Game Design
  • Spring course spotlight: Drummer invites students to explore every era of jazz in Styles of Jazz
  • Office of Student Accommodations and Testing offers resource to all WSU students – Kurzweil 3000
  • Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker offers food and other necessities at no cost
  • Fall 2025 diploma information available
  • Sharing light through song at the 62nd Candlelight Concert
  • Success Teams invite Shockers to Prehistoric Pep Rally where success finds a way
  • Manage your finals stress with PAWS & Relax
  • WSU Medical Laboratory Science students win the 2025 Super Cell Bowl Championship
  • Braeburn Square Shocker Store hosting Black Friday weekend doorbuster Nov. 28-29
  • Get a WSU bear with $100 purchase
Shocker Blast: Monday, Nov. 24, 2025