Mar 4, 2013 — By WSU News Services — * The second of three finalists for vice president for academic affairs at WSU will be on campus today (Wednesday, Feb. 20). John Koropchak, who has been vice chancellor for research and graduate dean, and professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Southern Illinois University from 2002 to the present, will speak at an open forum from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in 209 Hubbard Hall. Go to http://www.wichita.e

Feb 26, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Spring commencement is quickly approaching and we'd like to invite you 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 are looking for dedicated WSU staff to help with the ceremonies. If you'd like to be a part of commencement, sign up at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?2050. Go to htt

Feb 20, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Please let students know about the intensive MCAT and PCAT prep course coming March 1-May 24. The course will be held from 5-7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and 1-3 p.m. Saturdays in 343 Hubbard Hall. The cost is $500. For more information, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?2049.

Feb 18, 2013 — By WSU News Services — WSU Foundation staff and Annual Fund student callers spent part of Valentine's Day calling faculty and staff to say thank you for their work to support the university. More than 1,000 phone calls were made throughout the day. This event is part of the "I Heart WSU!" Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign that continues through February. "I wanted to participate in making I Heart WSU appreciation ca

Feb 19, 2013 — By WSU News Services — * The first of three finalists for vice president for academic affairs at WSU will be on campus today (Tuesday, Feb. 19). Dennis Depew, who has been dean emeritus at the College of Technology at Purdue University since July 2011, and is interim director of Global Policy Research Institute, will speak at an open forum from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in 209 Hubbard Hall. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/vpaacampus

Feb 18, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Help us make a local teen's prom wish come true. Items needed include: Prom dresses in all sizes Any form of men's wear (suit pieces, ties, etc.) Formal shoes for men and women Handbags Hair accessories Jewelry Gift certificates for dinner, hair, nails, etc. Unopened makeup (nail polish, lipstick, etc.) Like us at facebook.com/GownTownWichitaKS or follow us on Twitter @GownTownWichit

Feb 26, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Friday, Feb. 22, is the last day to nominate an Unclassified Professional for the President's Award for Distinguished Service. Nominees should have provided exemplary, dedicated and caring service to WSU beyond the normal expectations and responsibilities of their position, and must have a .5 or greater appointment as an Unclassified Professional. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/upsenate for the no

Feb 15, 2013 — By WSU News Services — Join the College of Fine Arts Institute and the St. Petersburg International Music Academy for a Suprima Chamber Orchestra concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24, in Wiedemann Hall. The orchestra consists of students from Wichita State and the Wichita area under the leadership of the St. Petersburg String Quartet. For tickets, call 978-3233 or go to http://www.wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice.

Feb 18, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The Regional Institute on Aging announced the Cassat Pilot Research Program: Undergraduate Student Participation in Aging Research. Three pilot research projects will be awarded up to $10,000 each for direct research and personnel costs for 12 months. The call for applications is due Friday, Feb. 22. The purpose of this program is to provide investigators with short-term funding to collect prel

Feb 15, 2013 — By WSU News Services — The 2012 Center for Community Support and Research is available for download on the CCSR website. The report gives an overview of how CCSR staff helped organizations across the state better fulfill their mission and highlights the services they provide. The year’s report also includes a list of the more than 100 Kansas-based nonprofits, community coalitions and government agencies served.