Shocker Blast: Wednesday, May 12, 2021

COVID-19 Updates

Tips for a faster vaccine experience

Here are five tips from Student Health Services to make your COVID-19 vaccine experience fast and efficient:

Appointments are required. Schedule at myWSU webpage under the “Home” tab.
Always bring your Dispense Assist form. For both the first and second vaccines. Complete, print and sign this form to bring with you.
Bring your COVID-19 vaccine card. For your second appointment, bring this card to be completed.
Be on time for your appointment! Vaccines are time-sensitive. If you’re late, your vaccine may be given to someone else.
Be prepared to wait 15-30 minutes after your vaccine. This is for both first and second vaccines.

COVID-19 vaccines are available to all students, faculty and staff at Wichita State. Vaccinations are also available for immediate family members (ages 18 and older) of Wichita State and WSU Tech students, faculty and staff.

Questions about the classroom and campus

As we make plans to return to a more normal campus environment for summer and fall, here are some select FAQs addressing questions we are hearing from students. What are important dates for Fall 2021? Where there be a fall break? Full-semester classes begin on Aug. 16. The last day of the fall semester will be Dec. 2, with finals proceeding as originally scheduled from Dec. 4-9. The commencement date and details will be announced at a later time. Fall break is scheduled for Oct. 9-12. Where do I go to get help with my COVID-19 related anxiety? The … Continue reading "Questions about the classroom and campus"

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News

Meet a Shocker: Spring 2021 graduates

More than 3,500 Shockers are eligible for graduation in spring 2021. While each of their journeys is unique, they all share a common connection to Shocker Nation. Here’s what some of our graduates have to say about their time at Wichita State and the future.

Meet a Shocker

Shocker Dance Team announces virtual tryouts

The Shocker Dance Team will host tryouts for the 2021-2022 team virtually.

Dancers who are interested in auditioning for the upcoming season should register for tryouts here.

Prospective team members will be expected to learn a variety of dance skills and styles through video tutorials. The video tutorials will be available at 9 a.m. June 1. The link will be shared with the dancers that have registered using the “Jumpforward” link. Dancers who plan to audition need to register prior to June 1.

All video submissions must be received by noon June 5. All sections of required choreography and skills must be included in the video. This will include across-the-floor skills, band dance, cheer, stinger and hip-hop combo.

The 2021-2022 Shocker Dance team will be announced by 3 p.m. on June 6.

Now taking applications for Summer 2021 Shocker I-Corps

Applications for the Summer 2021 Shocker Innovation Corps (I-Corps) are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2021.

Wichita State University is a National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps site. The Shocker Innovation Corps nurtures and supports Wichita State entrepreneurial teams interested in transitioning their STEM [1] ideas, devices, processes or other intellectual activities into the marketplace in anticipation of profit.

Learn About the WSU Shocker I-Corps Program

Blackboard login and landing pages to change

On Saturday, May 29, Blackboard’s login page and landing page (the place you come to first when you login) will change significantly. This is a cosmetic change and will not impact Blackboard’s functionality. The change will be triggered at 8 a.m., and by 9 a.m. it will be complete. What will happen on May 29? Our login area will become streamlined with a photo of campus on the left side of the page, and a login box on the right. You will access the login area the same way you do now, and your same credentials will work. Once you … Continue reading "Blackboard login and landing pages to change"

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Events

Panel on Digital Transformation

The President’s Innovation Advisory Council is inviting Wichita State University students, faculty, and staff to attend a panel on Digital Transformation from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 13. This panel will highlight current Wichita State University Digital Transformation initiatives in applied learning, curriculum, program delivery, research, and industry relations. In addition, panelists will share their vision for the future of Digital Transformation at Wichita State University.

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Save the date: Analytics Showcase on Nov. 5

After more than a year’s delay, we are happy to announce that the Inaugural Analytics Showcase at Wichita State University is scheduled for fall 2021.

Please save the date of Nov. 5 on your calendars for this exciting event.

The showcase will offer an opportunity to learn about the following topics:

Innovative analytics research and curricular activities taking place at Wichita State University.
Groundbreaking analytics applications of business, government, and non-profit organizations in Wichita and the surrounding region.
State-of-the-art analytics software solutions being offered by leading technology providers.

Attendees will will able to network with organizations and analytics exerts to identify opportunities to collaborate and partner on projects of mutual interest.

More information on the Analytics Showcase

Shocker baseball to host two Family Days

Wichita State Baseball will host two Family Days throughout the remainder of the season: Sunday, May 16 and Thursday, May 20. Join the Shockers for some family fun sponsored by The Wichita Eagle. Purchase includes four tickets, four hot dogs, four sodas, and four bags of popcorn for only $32. Come support Head Coach Eric Wedge and the team, as they take on conference opponents USF and Memphis.

May 15: Military, first responders day at Shocker Baseball

Wichita State Baseball will be hosting its First Responders and Military Appreciation Day on May 15. Free admission for all military, firefighters, police, paramedics, and nurses with I.D. confirmation. Come enjoy the game as the Shockers take on conference opponent USF.

Register for LEAD Conference; free for students

Sign up for the 2021 LEAD Conference on May 28 in the RSC! This conference is free for students and will cover a range of leadership topics — including development, student organizational leadership, and diversity and inclusion!

Featuring Kaylon Blake as our keynote speaker, we are excited to talk about leadership, connecting with others, and gaining transferrable skills and insight for the future!

Masks are recommended for this in-person event. Food and gear will be provided.

Please reach out to Kennedy Rogers if you have any questions at kennedy.rogers@wichita.edu.