Oct 3, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Wichita State welcomed 35 new faculty members to the WSU community this fall. The faculty areas of expertise range from poetry, music and history to education, psychology, health professions and engineering. To learn more about these individuals and to learn a little about their professional and personal backgrounds, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?1845.

Oct 9, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Wichita State University will inaugurate its 13th president, John Bardo, at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. If you aren't able to attend in person, the inauguration ceremony will be telecast live on WSU-TV Cox Cable Channel 13 and streamed online at http://www.wichita.edu/inauguration. For more information, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?1857.

Oct 3, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Air travel during the holiday season can be a challenge. Mix traditionally high passenger volumes with uncertain weather and higher ticket prices, and it's no wonder that the spirit of the season can turn into frustration. But Dean Headley, co-author of the national Airline Quality Rating from Wichita State, says there's reason for cautious optimism this holiday season for air travelers. Listen to

Oct 16, 2012 — By WSU News Services — * Wichita State's Student Involvement is hosting Breakfast with Bardo from 9:30-10:30 a.m. today (Wednesday, Oct. 10) in 223 RSC. Meet and visit with new WSU President John Bardo and enjoy a free breakfast. * A brown bag learning lunch sponsored by the School of Social Work, "Trends in Sedgwick County Juvenile Offender Services," will be held from noon-1:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Oct. 10) in Un

Oct 3, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Student Activities Council is organizing its annual Trunk or Treat event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, in the parking lot by the Heskett Center playfields. Departments have the opportunity to sponsor a trunk and/or activity and help children trick or treat in a safe enviornment. If you are interested, contact Caleb Davis by Friday, Oct. 12, at ctdavis@wichita.edu.

Oct 22, 2012 — By WSU News Services — * The State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) and CVS Caremark will provide flu shots for faculty and staff from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today (Tuesday, Oct. 9) in the Heskett Center lobby. There's no cost for anyone on the SEHP (includes dependents age 18 and older). Just bring a copy of your Caremark prescription drug ID card. * Walt Polka, director of doctoral programs at Niagara University in New York, is

Oct 8, 2012 — By WSU News Services — How healthy are you? Student Health Services dares students to take its Health Risk Assessment in 209 Alhberg Hall. Faculty and staff are encouraged to let students know about this opportunity. Students can walk in to Student Health for a $20 lab test after fasting 10-12 hours, make an appointment with a nurse practitioner (no charge) for test results. Student Health will then give students tips o

Oct 3, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Supervisors should complete the annual evaluations for classified employees no later than Dec. 22. If you have questions about the CEEDS software or the performance management process, please contact Joan Antes at 978-6151 or Frankie Brown at 978-3540.

Oct 8, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Broadway actor, recording artist and author Charles Holt will perform at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in 210 McKnight Art Center West. Admission is free. Holt weaves together music and narratives chronicling the African American experience and giving special emphasis to the unique musicians of the 1960s, a social turning point for a nation in transition. The performance is in conjunction with the photo

Oct 12, 2012 — By WSU News Services — The State of Kansas is asking for volunteers to serve on the Employee Health Care Advisory Committee. You must be a State of Kansas employee to volunteer. If you are interested, please complete the form provided at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?1853.