Sep 17, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Did you recently receive an email about joining an honor society? The email was personalized, and began "Congratulations! Based on your academic achievements and standing, you have been accepted to the HonorSociety.org member society." If so, please treat the email as spam. This organization is not affiliated with Wichita State University in any way. If you want more information about how to dete

Sep 17, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Free registration is now open for the annual Michael Tilford Conference on Diversity and Multiculturalism on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 19-20, at Pittsburg State University. Named after WSU's own Michael Tilford, the conference provides an opportunity for faculty, staff and administrators of Kansas Board of Regents institutions across the state to share ideas and resources for building culturally-co

Sep 24, 2015 — By WSU News Services — It is estimated that at any time, about 20 percent of the population suffers from a mental health condition. However, less than half are being treated by a professional. The Counseling & Testing Center is offering free Mental Health First Aid courses to help individuals better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health issues in others. Help yourself, help a friend. Admission is fr

Sep 18, 2015 — By WSU News Services — * All untenured faculty are invited to join the next Pre-Tenure Club meeting at 2 p.m. today (Thursday, Sept. 17) in 326 Clinton Hall. We will discuss the tenure process and early career strategies. Questions and RSVP to Gery Markova at gergana.markova@wichita.edu. * Anthony N. Imbalzano, associate dean, Office for Postdoctoral Scholars, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Department of

Sep 17, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Learn how trademarks, copyrights, patents, domain names and business name registrations all differ and more from Craig Morris, managing attorney for Trademark Outreach at the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Trademark Basics will be presented from 2-3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, in the lower level of Ablah Library. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Nan Myers,

Sep 15, 2015 — By WSU News Services — It is estimated that at any time, about 20 percent of the population suffers from a mental health condition. However, less than half are being treated by a professional. The Counseling & Testing Center is offering free Mental Health First Aid courses to help individuals better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health issues in others. Help yourself, help a friend. To register for

Sep 17, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Want to volunteer? We have the perfect opportunity for you. Cheer on participants in the 20th annual 5K Pumpkin Run, help at the fruit and water stations, and just have fun. Juice and donuts will be provided. The race starts at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive at 7:30 a.m. to avoid traffic and parking issues. Email andy.sykes@wichita.edu to volunteer.

Sep 17, 2015 — By WSU News Services — WSU Day at KLC provides a general orientation to Kansas Leadership Center ideas and their applicability to our settings at WSU, presented in a highly interactive style. The program is facilitated by Ed O'Malley, president and CEO of KLC. Faculty and staff in WSU departments and units are encouraged to attend this program together. Participants must register in advance through a secured KLC Web lin

Sep 16, 2015 — By WSU News Services — The Instructional Design and Technology Department offers an ongoing series of training events for faculty. Each session is one hour at the Media Resources Center. Check the September calendar on myWSU (myTraining) to register for currently offered sessions. "Tiny Desk: Collaborate," will be offered at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Learn to use the virtual office, keep office hours and offer synchron

Sep 22, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Did you know, the Wichita State Child Development Center offers childcare and early child development services? Children of WSU students, faculty, staff and alumni aged 6 weeks to 6 years old are eligible for enrollment based on availability. Cost is affordable and students may be eligible to receive discounted rates. Visit http://www.wichita.edu/childdevelopmentcenter for more information and to