Jul 10, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Bill Vanderburgh, executive director of the Office for Faculty Development and Student Success (OFDSS) and associate professor in the department of philosophy, has accepted a position at California State University, San Bernardino. On Aug. 4, he will become the university's new associate vice president for academic affairs, dean of undergraduate studies, and professor of philosophy. Vanderburgh ha

Jul 16, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Thank you for supporting the McNair Program during the 2013-2014 academic year. It is time we celebrate the research efforts of our students at this year's 19th Annual Closing Symposium. Please join us from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, July 25, at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex, Suderman Room. Presentations and posters will be held prior to our alumni luncheon at 1 p.m. Go to http://svy.mk/TT6Yr9 to reg

Jul 10, 2014 — By WSU News Services — On Friday, July 11, 59 participants from the TRIO Upward Bound Math Science program, grades 9 through 12, will participate in the Annual Research Symposium and Science Fair at Wichita State. All WSU staff and students are invited to attend. The event is from 12:45-3 p.m. in 231 Hubbard Hall and the Hubbard Hall center and south lobbies. The symposium and the science fair will represent several sci

Jul 9, 2014 — By WSU News Services — Wichita State grads who seek medical school placement can be successful here in Wichita and elsewhere. The KU Medical School of Wichita first started offering a four-year program to med school students in 2011. The first group of students they enrolled is starting its fourth year in the program here in Wichita. Five of the first eight students are Wichita State grads. Go to http://t.co/U2hjZkNfRB

Jul 8, 2014 — By WSU News Services — This week, Chamber Music at the Barn is playing host to the five-time Grammy nominated Fred Hersch Trio. Not only is Fred Hersch an incredible jazz pianist and composer, but he also began by taking composition lessons with WSU's Walter Mays. All WSU faculty and staff, along with other state employees, get $5 off any ticket to the Fred Hersch Trio concerts this week. Use promo code JAZZ5 at www.cma

Jul 9, 2014 — By WSU News Services — A biometric screening, including lab work, weight, waist circumference, blood pressure and BMI, is available year-round on a walk-in basis from 8-11 a.m. Monday through Friday for faculty and staff at Student Health Services in Ahlberg Hall. Remember to fast 10-12 hours prior to the appointment, except for water and medications. The cost is $25.

Jul 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — OneStop staff have been named, effective Monday, July 7, for the newly created OneStop Student Services Center. Jennifer Cogan has been named as office and project manager. Cogan was previously working as the administrative specialist in the Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising Center. Also hired are two OneStop Specialists. Lori Evans comes to OneStop from the College of Health Profession's Advisi

Jul 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — The Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Wichita State University has announced the formation of a new office to serve adult learner students. The Office for Adult Learning will focus on increasing enrollment and success of adult learners, including transfer, returning and active-duty military and veteran students through provision of focused advising and guided access to resou

Jul 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — William S. Swelbar, executive vice president in charge of InterVISTAS Consulting firm's Washington, D.C., office, will speak to the 35th Annual Wichita Area Economic Outlook Conference, hosted by Wichita State University's Center for Economic Development and Business Research. The event will be held from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in Century II Convention Hall. Swelbar is a much sought

Jul 7, 2014 — By WSU News Services — The Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Wichita State University has announced the formation of a new office to serve adult learner students. The Office for Adult Learning will focus on increasing enrollment and success of adult learners, including transfer, returning and active-duty military and veteran students through provision of focused advising and guided access to resou