Aug 9, 2016 — By WSU News Services — New parking signs are being installed this week. All signs say that an ePermit is required, although current hangtags are still good through August. WSU faculty, staff and students may purchase virtual parking permits (ePermits) for the 2016-17 academic year. The new system features license plate recognition (LPR) technology and that eliminates the need for color-coded hangtags and stickers for pa

Aug 9, 2016 — By WSU News Services — The Office of Adult Learning recently set up pamphlet displays outside its office, and we are looking for brochures or pamphlets to fill it. We would like any information that may be especially pertinent to adult students. We currently have room for trifold pamphlets (about 4 1/2-inches-by-8-inches) and request any brochures you have to offer. If you would like your information displayed, send it

Aug 8, 2016 — By WSU News Services — Student Involvement is looking for a Coordinator of Leadership Development. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12. To apply, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?3228 and follow the directions. For questions or assistance, contact Julie Windham at 978-3554.

Aug 8, 2016 — By WSU News Services — In an age where graduate readiness is low and students are unhappy with teaching methods; the time to change is now. A recent New York Times article, Building Better Ideas, discusses how Wichita State and other universities see the future of academics and how our Innovation Campus is a catalyst in that change. Through experiential learning and company integration, Wichita State is a front runne

Aug 15, 2016 — By WSU News Services — The Office of Academic Affairs has announced the new emeriti faculty. Deborah E. Baxter, Associate Professor Emerita of Music Tina L. Bennett, Professor Emerita of English Patricia A. Bunton, Instructor Emerita of Physician Assistant Kathy L. Coufal, Professor Emerita of Communication Sciences and Disorders Randolph A. Ellsworth, Professor Emeritus of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Ed

Aug 15, 2016 — By WSU News Services — To assist students with registration, fee payment and financial aid questions during the weeks of Aug. 15 and 22, the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Financial Aid and Accounts Receivable will have extended hours from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Assistance is also available for students through the WSU OneStop in 122 Jabara Hall Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and Fr

Aug 11, 2016 — By WSU News Services — * The Council of University Women (CUW) Meet & Greet Open House will be from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. today (Wednesday, Aug. 10) in 142 RSC. Stop by this free event to get a preview of CUW events in the coming year, enjoy a snack and welcome new faces. Feel free to bring a friend. Membership sign-up forms/information will be available. Learn more at http://wichita.edu/cuw. * The University Support Sta

Aug 10, 2016 — By WSU News Services — You can watch and subscribe to the WSU TV YouTube page at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?4874. WSU TV archived content can also be watched from the YouTube page. WSU TV provides locally-produced programming such as WSU commencement ceremonies, Issues in History Today, Art Talks, the upcoming Wu-Rah event in August, Telecourses and other WSU events and features. WSU TV also provides syndicated programmi

Aug 8, 2016 — By WSU News Services — This summer KPERS moved to a new insurance provider, Standard Insurance Company. KPERS provides all eligible university employees with basic life insurance at 150 percent of your pay, paid for by the university. You can also get extra protection with KPERS' optional life insurance. With this change, employees will have lower rates (http://bit.ly/2ayc1JH), increased coverage potential of up to $400

Aug 8, 2016 — By WSU News Services — Save the date: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, on the first floor RSC, will be the Study Abroad Fair. If you know of students who may be interested in studying abroad, let them know about the Study Abroad Fair. There will be more than 15 informational tables and students available to talk about their travel experiences. Email ann.burger@wichita.edu or studyabroad@wichita.edu for more information