Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Lake Afton Public Observatory (LAPO) and the Kansas Astronomical Observers (KAO) will host a telescope fair from 7:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, at LAPO. Members of KAO will have many types of telescopes available to view, and they will be available to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type. This will be an excellent opportunity for anyone considering buying a telescope (possibly as

Nov 10, 2014 — By WSU News Services — The School of Social Work invites you to see "Invisible War" at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, in 208 Hubbard Hall. Angela Sutton and Amber McAnulla are seniors majoring in social work and they are raising awareness about military sexual trauma. The "Invisible War" (NR) is a winner of numerous film festival awards including the Audience Award winner for the Sundance Film Festival. Directed by Oscar an

Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Are you a full-time employee at WSU? The application deadline for dependent/spouse tuition assistance is Monday, Dec. 1. Please see the Human Resources website at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?3462 for a link to an overview of the program, the policy and application forms.

Nov 19, 2014 — By WSU News Services — * "Innovative Approaches to Benefit Society: The Future of Social Entrepreneurship" will be presented at 3 p.m. today (Thursday, Nov. 13) in 107 Devlin Hall. Admission is free. A reception will follow in the lobby of Devlin Hall from 4-5 p.m. Hear from four Wichitans dedicated to helping others talk about lessons from their business careers being applied to building a better community through nonp

Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Loyd Ratts, a 99-year-old farmer, spoke to Beccy Tanner's History of Kansas class last week at the WSU West Campus. He talked about farming methods, Dust Bowl politics and forgotten skills. WuShock also made a special appearance, presenting Ratts with a WSU sweatshirt as the class and family members looked on. Ratts still actively farms in Stafford County. He has memories of farming in western Kan

Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Students, faculty and staff can nominate an undergraduate senior for Homecoming Royalty. The nomination form can be found at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?3458 or in 204 RSC in the afternoons. Applications are due by noon Thursday, Dec. 4, to Homecoming@wichita.edu or in the Alumni Association office in either Woodman Alumni Center, Room 163, or 204 RSC at any time during the nomination period. Go to

Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Because of the sold-out Stephen King speaking event at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at the Metropolitan Complex, parking spaces in shuttle lots that afternoon will be limited. Commuters to the main campus are advised to park at the 21st and Oliver satellite lot if possible.

Nov 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Wichita State's School of Nursing and The American Association of Nurse Practitioners are celebrating the school's 20th year of graduating nurse practitioners and providing quality patient care for the community. National Nurse Practitioner Week, Nov. 9-15, is a time to celebrate these exceptional professionals and remind lawmakers about the importance of removing outdated barriers that prevent nu

Nov 14, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Starting today (Monday, Nov. 10) students, faculty and staff can nominate an undergraduate senior for Homecoming Royalty. The nomination form can be found at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?3458 or in 204 RSC in the afternoons. Applications are due by noon Thursday, Dec. 4, to Homecoming@wichita.edu or in the Alumni Association office in either Woodman Alumni Center, Room 163, or 204 RSC at any time dur

Jan 9, 2015 — By WSU News Services — Starting this spring semester, the Certificate in Spanish for the Professions will offer courses in Spanish translation, interpreting and Business Spanish. These courses prepare students to become Spanish language professionals and translators. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the need for these kind of professionals is expected to increase up to 46 percent in the next decade. Wichita St