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Voting in the Student Government Association midterm elections is open

Voting the 2026 midterm elections for the Student Government Association Student Senate is now open. From Monday, Sept. 14 through Wednesday, Sept. 16 you can vote for your representation in the Student Senate. Your voice matters and so does your vote, so keep an eye out on your WSU email for a link to vote or vote here.

Voting can also take place in-person at any of the following voting locations:

  • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14 on the Rhatigan Student Center east atrium and enjoy free popcorn
  • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 in the Shocker Success Center and enjoy free pizza
  • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 on the RSC east atrium and enjoy free dirty soda from Just-a-Sip

Check out @wichitastatesga on Instagram to learn more about the candidates on your ballot and voting incentives.

Don’t delay. Vote today.

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Food for Fines opens up again for the fall semester

If you have a parking or traffic citation dated May-August, you are eligible to donate to get your fines waived. Donations may be dropped off at the Student Engagement & Belonging office in 216 Rhatigan Student Center between Aug. 31 and Sept. 4.

Here is a quick guide for donation numbers and types:

Parking citations:

  • $0-$30 tickets – Must donate 10 non-perishable food or hygiene items
  • $31-$50 tickets – Must donate 15 non-perishable food or hygiene items

Traffic citations:

  • $45 tickets – Must donate two household/hygiene items. This can include but is not limited to tissues, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, etc.
  • $75 tickets – Must donate one baby item. This can include but is not limited to baby formula, diapers, wipes, etc.

If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Madison at lauren.madison@wichita.edu or stop by the Student Government Association office in 219 RSC.

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Fall Student Government Association midterms are here – Declare today

The 2026 Fall midterm elections for the Student Government Association Student Senate are underway. Declare your candidacy today by visiting wichita.edu/sgaelections or filling out the form on SGA’s ShockerSync page. There are plenty of spots open to represent your academic college. This is the perfect way to get involved and effect the change you want to see on campus.

Here are the open spots available to run for:

  • Out of state senator, one
  • Adult learner senator, one
  • At-large senator, four
  • Business senator, four
  • Education senator, five
  • Engineering senator, two
  • Fine arts senator, two
  • Freshman senator, two
  • Graduate senator, three
  • Health professions senator, three
  • International senator, four
  • Liberal arts & sciences senator, three
  • Military & veterans senator, one

The deadline to declare your candidacy is by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. So don’t delay, declare today.

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Student Government Association hosting appropriations briefing and transition workshops

Appropriations briefings are here. Two officers from each organization must attend to apply for SGA Appropriations. Advisors may attend but do not count toward the requirement. If a session is full, please choose another time.

Questions? Contact SGA treasurer Luke Bumm at SGATreasurer@wichita.edu.

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Student Government Association wants to thank students for letting them serve for the 68th session

As the 68th session of the Student Government Association comes to a close, SGA wants to thank the student body for allowing us to serve you this academic school year. Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 20 at the Rhatigan Student Center’s east courtyard to relax over your lunch break. There will also be Noble House, Flying Stove, Just-a-Sip, Co ChaCha Matcha and more.

Vote now: Student Government Association 2026 General Elections

The time has come to choose who represents you in the Student Government Association. Voting is open now until 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. The SGA Elections commission is offering some incentives to get out the vote, including free Chick-fil-A and boba.

In-person polling locations:

  • 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 6-7 at Shocker Dining Hall
  • Noon-2 p.m. April 8 at the RSC east atrium

Check out @wichitastatesga on Instagram to learn more about the candidates. To vote online, see the email sent to your WSU email.

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Check out the latest edition of the Student Government Association newsletter, SGA Insider

The Student Government Association is excited to share with you SGA Insider, the official source for updates on everything happening in your Student Government Association. From new initiatives and events to important decisions and ways to get involved, SGA Insider keeps you connected to the work your student leaders are doing on your behalf.

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Student Government Association presidential and vice-presidential debates will take place March 26 and April 2

Get prepared to cast your ballots for the 2026 Student Government Association general elections. As with all elections, staying informed matters, so join the presidential and vice presidential debates, moderated by the Sunflower, at 6 p.m. March 26 and April 2 in 223 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room and livestreamed on SGA’s YouTube channel.

This is your chance to get to know the presidential ticket candidates and what they stand for as potential representatives of Wichita State’s student body. Here are the details:

For questions regarding the debates or the Student Government Association general election, email sga.elections@wichita.edu.

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Check out the latest edition of the Student Government Association newsletter, SGA Insider

The Student Government Association is excited to share with you SGA Insider, the official source for updates on everything happening in your Student Government Association. From new initiatives and events to important decisions and ways to get involved, SGA Insider keeps you connected to the work your student leaders are doing on your behalf.

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Read the latest edition of Student Government Association Insider

Check out the Student Government Association’s latest issue of the SGA Insider.

The SGA Insider is the official source for updates on everything happening in your Student Government Association. From new initiatives and events to important decisions and ways to get involved, SGA Insider keeps you connected to the work your student leaders are doing on your behalf.