Wichita State University
Building Integrated PreK-12 to College Pathways Through Wichita State Connect
Located in the heart of the campus, Wichita State Connect provides a gathering space and launchpad for preK-12 field trips to campus, mixers and events, professional development for educators, and programs that engage WSU's academic colleges with innovation campus industry partners, admissions, college readiness programs, schools, and community organizations.
Wichita State Connect serves as the university's coordinating hub for PreK-12 exposure, engagement, and pathways to enrollment. At its core, this work is about alignment—bringing together academic colleges, support services programs, admissions, and community partners into a cohesive PreK-12 ecosystem that supports early awareness, meaningful engagement, and stronger recruitment and persistence outcomes.
Our Goals:
- Strengthen PreK-12 to college Pathways
- Expand access to college readiness & career exploration
- Increase participation & persistence through pipeline programs
- Align WSU departments & colleges to support youth engagement
How to find Wichita State Connect?
Wichita State Connect is located in the geographic center of campus between Mid-Campus Drive and Research Place roads.
PARKING LOTS:
- Lot 15 E, just north of the building (9 parking spaces reserved for Wichita State Connect).
- Lot 13 and Lot 15, just west of the building. WSU visitor parking rules allow visitors to park in lots with the Blue and White "V" signage three times each semester (fall and spring) while school is in session. Parking permits are not enforced after 5 p.m.; when classes are not in session or during the summer sessions.
Major Focus Areas
