Feb 27, 2013 — By WSU News Services — "Designing Research Assignments that Promote Critical Thinking" will be offered twice in 217 Ablah Library, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Feb. 27) and 2-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28. Probationary faculty are invited to an upcoming Pre-Tenure Club meeting from 1-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in 117 Neff Hall, and 3-4 p.m. Friday, March 1, in 116 Neff Hall. For each of these events, please regi

Feb 28, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Do you tend to obsess over past mistakes? Do you find yourself giving up on new challenges because you want to do things just right or not at all? Do your high expectations and a tendency to worry about what ifs make it hard to enjoy the moment? Learn mindfulness-based strategies from Kori Bennett designed to help you combat perfectionistic tendencies from noon-12:30 p.m. Monday, March 4, in 206

Mar 5, 2013 — By WSU News Services — "Goal setting: How to Execute and Win" by Don Hackett is the next Practical Entrepreneur Training Tools program from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, March 1, in Devlin Hall. The program will delve into the essential and proven managerial tool of goal setting, which most managers and leaders agree is critical to success. The cost is $45. Call to register at 978-3000.

Mar 6, 2013 — By WSU News Services — During spring break (March 18-22), the WSU Foundation will not have the normal check cycle. If you have an urgent check, we will handle only those during spring break, and you will need to contact Mel Arnold at 978-5215. Checks will be issued on Friday, March 15, and Friday, March 29. If you have questions, please call Jenny Anderson at 978-3802.

Mar 4, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The WSU Women's Association will host a Dames Scholarship Fundraiser to benefit Wichita State students from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, March 10, in the CAC Theater. The show will feature apparel from local stores, student performance, silent auction, refreshments and fun. Tickets are $25 per person, $20 is tax deductible. Ten-dollar student tickets also are available. Please contact Angela Linder at 978-502

Mar 5, 2013 — By WSU News Services — * Spring commencement is quickly approaching and you're invited to be part of one of the greatest traditions on campus. The six college graduation ceremonies will take place Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, in Koch Arena. We need dedicated WSU staff to help with the ceremonies. Sign up at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?2050. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/commencement for information about volunt

Mar 1, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Student Perception of Teaching Effectiveness (SPTE) request forms have been mailed to your department. Check with your department's office assistant if you did not receive one. Go to http://www.webs.wichita.edu\sslab to download a form and get additional SPTE information. The due date to return the request forms to the Social Science Research Lab is Wednesday, March 6.

Feb 27, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The Student Involvement Office will collect new and gently used formal wear now through Friday, March 1, for Gown Town 2013. Each year Gown Town helps more than 500 Wichita-area teens obtain formal wear for prom free of charge. Most of the formal wear available at Gown Town is gently used and has been generously donated by other teens and young adults from around the city. This year's event is sch

Feb 27, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Faculty and staff who need to acquire regalia for spring commencement should contact Julie at 978-7021, or Tanya at 978-7031 at the University Bookstore between 8 a.m.-4 p.m. If you plan on purchasing, your order needs to be placed by Friday, March 8. If you are renting, you have until Friday, March 29.

Feb 26, 2013 — By WSU News Services — * The WSU Strategic Planning steering committee invites faculty and staff to a community town hall meeting "WSU: Our Mission and Core Values for the Future" from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. * The Office of Undergraduate Admissions invites faculty, staff and their college-bound high school or transfer students to attend Future Shock Banquet from 5:30-7 p.m.