Admitted Student Reception: Wichita Metro

    Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM until 4:30 PMCentral Standard Time UTC -06:00


    Woolsey Hall, Wichita State University
    1845 Fairmount St
    Wichita, KS 67260
    United States

    You've been admitted to Wichita State - let's celebrate! Wichita State staff and students are excited to meet with students from the Wichita Metro for an Admitted Student Reception. Admitted high school seniors and college transfer students will have the opportunity to connect with other future Shockers in the area and get an overview of next steps to joining Shocker Nation. All admitted students who attend will be entered into a drawing for a $1000 scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year!

    A tentative agenda for the event includes:

    2:30 p.m. Check-in opens / Mix & Mingle for New Shockers
    3:00 p.m. Presentation
    3:30 p.m. Student Panel with members of Student Ambassador Society
    3:45 p.m. Scholarship Drawing
    3:50 p.m. Breakout Sessions: 
    • Ready to take the next step? Submit your pre-enrollment questionnaire.
    • Talk with representatives from Financial Aid & Scholarships, Housing & Residence Life and OneStop First Year Advising.
    • Table Topics with Student Ambassadors including what to bring to your dorm room, what are college professors like, and more.
    Following the event, plan to attend the Wichita State Men's Basketball game as they take on Temple at 5:00 p.m. Students who attend the reception can receive up to two tickets to the game. Additional tickets can be purchased through the Wichita State Athletics Ticket Office. 

    The Admitted Student Reception is free to attend. Light refreshments will be provided. 

    Registration closes on Feb. 17 OR when the event reaches capacity. Sign up now to reserve your spot!

    Questions? Contact Mandy Harmon, director of events & marketing, at mandy.harmon@wichita.edu.
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