National History Day contest theme for 2025 is Rights & Responsibilities in History. For details about the NHD contest process in Kansas, see the Kansas History Day website. Registration for 2025 District Contests will open on January 3, 2025.
College life is a bit different from high school life. Here are some descriptions and tips from those in the know! Everyone at the University Libraries is here to help you succeed and hopefully make your transition a little easier. If there's anything you need, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us using the information in the "Getting Help" box on the "Research Basics" tab in this guide.
Find Ablah Library and other buildings on campus on this campus map.
High school students are welcome to use computers in Ablah Library! We have computers located in Reserve available for two hours a day for non-Wichita State students. Non-Wichita State students must be on-campus to use electronic library materials. Check in at the Reserve Desk for a user name and password. Large groups who come in to the library with an adult supervisor may be able to get permission to use the Wichita State Student computers. Ask at the Circulation Desk or Reference Desk for details when you arrive. We also have a wireless network for guests to use with personal computer devices while on campus. The WSU guest network does not include access to all WSU e-books or proprietary sources. Ask for details.
Click here for published policies for the Computer Use Policy, Library Facilities Use Policy and Guidelines for Community Groups.
Computer printing is 10¢ per page. Non-students will need to set up a PaperCut account for printing from the Community User Computers. The Computer Help Desk is available for assistance.
High school classes are welcome to come to campus and visits can be scheduled in cooperation with other departments to give students a complete campus experience. See the "Plan Your Visit" tab for more information.
Ablah Library has a classroom available when you schedule a time for library instruction. Up to 30 students may use this room. While in the library, students will learn how to use University Libraries resources, be able to use restricted resources while on campus, and print or e-mail articles at no charge. Students will benefit from exploring college-level resources.
Details can be discussed when you make the appointment. Contact Angela Paul to schedule time in Ablah Library for your class.
A library card is required to checkout books in Ablah Library. High school students and other community users may get their own WSU library card. See the "Community Borrower" tab on the Community User Toolbox guide below. All Kansas residence get access to e-Books, library databases and other sources that may be useful for research through the State Library of Kansas. Learn more at the link below.
