Author: Karen Lumashi

Dreaming of launching your own business? The Shocker New Venture Competition (SNVC) is your opportunity to shine.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, SNVC provides the perfect platform to refine your business strategy, network with industry experts and secure up to $25,000 in funding for your venture. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bring your business ideas to life.

Submit your business model video and application by noon March 28 for a chance to win cash prizes and propel your venture to new heights. 

Wichita State nursing students on the WSU main campus and Kansas State University campus celebrated their Nightingale Nursing Commitment Ceremonies on Feb. 23. Students recited and signed the modern Nightingale Pledge as a commitment to uphold the standards of the nursing profession. This milestone affirms the student’s dedication to the study of the discipline of nursing. Each student also received a copy of the Nightingale pledge and a golden nursing lamp pin to serve as a reminder of this important event in their academic journey. The two ceremonies took place simultaneously in Wichita and Manhattan.

This was the second Nightingale Ceremony for WSU nursing students on the K-State campus. The WSU nursing program is part of the dual-degree Pathway to Nursing program with K-State. Learn more about the program.

The Nightingale ceremony began more than 100 years ago by Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing and popularly known as the Lady with the Lamp. The lamp is a symbol of all that Florence Nightingale stood for: comfort, kindness, gentleness, courage and unwavering devotion to duty.

Members of the Nurses Honor Guard attended both ceremonies. The Nurses Honor Guard honors nursing students into the profession as they make their commitment during their schooling. The Honor Guard also performs tribute ceremonies at the funerals of nurses by reciting the Nightingale Tribute.

The Shocker New Venture Competition (SNVC) is back, and it’s time to get students fired up to dream big and make their business idea a reality.

With cash prizes with $25,000 for first place, feedback on business strategy, and the chance to network with industry experts on the line, the sky’s the limit.

Empower students and fuel learning by honing strategic thinking and fostering innovation by encouraging them to sign up for Clash Build Cash.

Clash Build Cash offers students the chance to compete for $6,000 in prizes while having fun. By sharing the opportunity with students, they will be inspired to reach new heights.

The Rhatigan Student Center presents Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day. All day Friday, March 1, Wichita State faculty, staff and campus affiliate/partner staff can enjoy deals and freebies exclusively for them.

Faculty and staff must show their Shocker ID to be eligible.

Shockers, it’s time to put your skills to the test and dive into a dynamic multiplayer game and vie for $6,000 in prizes.

Don’t miss out on the chance to win big as you sharpen essential professional skills like strategic decision-making, adaptability and innovative thinking.

Mark your calendars for noon to 5 p.m. March 21 and register to compete.

Before diving in the competition, don’t forget to explore the Venture Valley tutorials. The tutorials aren’t just about learning the basics; they’re a way to master game mechanics, strategic card usage and avoiding costly mistakes.