Feb 14, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Getting ready to retire? If you're within five years of retirement, this seminar is for you. The seminar is free; however, pre-registration is required. For a list of dates and locations, go to http://www.kpers.org/preretirementseminarschedule.pdf. To register, go online and use your KPERS online account, or register by email at kpers@kpers.org.

Feb 17, 2012 — By WSU News Services — * Today's (Wednesday, Feb. 15) Wu Wednesday Deal at the University Bookstore is a unisex plaid zip-up for $25. * Guest seminar speaker Lynette Cegelski, assistant professor of chemistry at Stanford University, will talk about bacterial biofilms at 3:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Feb. 15) in 224 McKinley Hall. For information, go to http://www.wichita.edu/thisis/wsunews/cnews/?cnid=8365. * A drop

Feb 14, 2012 — By WSU News Services — A panel presentation, "How to help international students succeed," will be held from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in 209 Wallace Hall. All are welcome. Please RSVP to ofdss@wichita.edu or 978-3209. All probationary faculty are invited to the next meeting of the Pre-Tenure Club from 3-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in 115B Neff Hall. Please RSVP to ofdss@wichita.edu or 978-3209.

Feb 13, 2012 — By WSU News Services — There will be a test of the ShockerAlert System on Friday, Feb. 17. The test ensures that campus-wide emergency communication channels are functioning properly. During the test, you may see messages delivered via digital display boards, TV monitors, WSU website, email and cell phone texting. All faculty and staff are encouraged to register their cell phone numbers to receive ShockerAlert messages.

Feb 15, 2012 — By WSU News Services — * "Assessment Best Practices: Assessing Student Learning" will be the first of three programs in the Spring 2012 Assessment Symposia Schedule from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. today (Tuesday, Feb. 14) in 203 RSC. Lunch is provided for those who submitted an RSVP. For more information about this program and the rest of the spring schedule, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?1400 * WSU Libraries is having a de

Feb 14, 2012 — By WSU News Services — WSU and Wesley Medical Center are offering free heart health screenings from 8-11 a.m. today (Tuesday, Feb. 14) through Thursday, Feb. 16, in the RSC Fireside Lounge. You can receive free heart checks (8-10 hour fast before the test recommended), consultation with a certified health care professional, light refreshments and a free Red Dress pin. For more information on heart health, visit the Go R

Feb 10, 2012 — By WSU News Services — A free online course that teaches personal financial management topics for students who are new to college and or considering college was launched this week by Wichita State University. The website is www.myCollegeMoneyPlan.org. http://www.wichita.edu/thisis/wsunews/news/?nid=1682

Feb 14, 2012 — By WSU News Services — The Association of Hindu Students in America (AHINSA) will hold WSU Mela, a carnival where you can come and enjoy various games and activities, from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in 223 RSC. Admission is free; tickets are 50 cents each to play fun games. For information about AHINSA, go to http://www.wichita.edu/ahinsa.

Feb 23, 2012 — By WSU News Services — Here's a heartfelt invitation to faculty and staff to join Vice President and General Counsel Ted Ayres each day at noon as he runs around and through the WSU campus. Plan and prepare to join Ayres and others this spring for what can be a positive life-changing healthy experience for all, because "Health is Wealth," and that is the heart of the matter. More information coming soon.

Feb 13, 2012 — By WSU News Services — The Chamber Music Series presents the St. Petersburg Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, in Wiedemann Recital Hall. For tickets, call 978-3233 or go online to http://www.wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice.