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WSC Announces New Athletic and Recreation Facility
Wayne State College athletics has announced plans for an athletic and recreation facility renovation project, which includes the addition of an air-supported indoor structure and major renovations to the Recreation Center, Rice Auditorium and the Kirk Gardner Indoor Athletic Complex.

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Wayne State College has the programs you want at prices you can afford. We're nationally-ranked for academic excellence and consistently rated as being more affordable than other four-year colleges and universities in Nebraska. Explore our programs, tour our campus, and join the Wildcats!
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We're rated as the most affordable four-year college in the region. We also provide generous financial aid and scholarships to defray your remaining costs.
Why I Chose Wayne State
Wayne State is a public college in Nebraska that has received several accolades for its academic excellence and successful graduate outcomes. Students choose to earn their degree at WSC for a variety of reasons. Not only do we offer top-notch programs, we're also rated as the most affordable of other universities and four-year colleges in Nebraska. And with all the clubs, intramurals, and activities on campus, you'll never get bored. But, you don't have to take our word for it. Hear what students are saying about Wayne State College.
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Wayne State at a Glance
3,890
students
22:1
student-to-faculty ratio
130+
programs of study
100+
clubs and organizations
99.8%
recent grads employed or in grad school*
*based on the most recent graduate survey from 2020-21 of 597 students (88% response rate)
Upcoming Events
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Oct
3-7Homecoming
A time to reconnect with fellow Wildcat alumni. -
Oct
4-6Artswalk Scavenger Hunt
Find the Wildcat window clings as part of the scavenger hunt during Homecoming Week. -
Oct
5-7Theatre Show: "Everybody"
Written by Branden Jacobs Jenkins. Directed by Mollie Young. Featuring WSC theatre students. -
Oct
5Nature Walk
Join Dr. Mark Hammer and learn about botany, birds, and bugs. Also good for your health! -
Oct 6toNov 22
Faculty Art Exhibit
Featuring art by WSC faculty through Nov. 22. -
Oct
6Faculty Art Exhibit (Opening Reception)
Featuring art by WSC faculty. Opening reception at 3:30 p.m. Show runs through Nov. 22. -
Oct
6Planetarium Show: Eclipses and Phases of the Moon
An overview of what causes eclipses and the different moon phases. -
Oct
6Planetarium Laser Show: Laser Country
An intense and exciting experience for all ages!
News
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Arts Walk Held on Campus Oct. 4-6
Celebrate the Arts and Humanities by participating in several activities during Arts Walk this week.
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Groundbreaking for New Residence Hall Oct. 11
A new residence hall will be the first one built since the construction of Bowen Hall in 1966.
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Astronomy Talk on Eclipses Available from WSC
Dr. Todd Young is offering a talk on solar eclipses to groups and organizations. An annular solar eclipse will be visible in the U.S. on Oct. 14, and a total eclipse will be visible April 8, 2024.
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Kids Follow Their Alumni Moms to WSC
Wayne State is a family affair for WSC alumni Jill Johnson and Audra Miller. Their kids both started classes at Wayne State in August.
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Wayne State College to Host Homecoming 2023
Homecoming 2023 is Oct. 3-7 at Wayne State College, with festivities all week.