Jul 28, 2011 — By WSU News Services — The next Wichita State University Board of Trustees meeting will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the Angle Conference Room, Woodman Alumni Center. # # # # # Contact: Joe Kleinsasser, director of news and media relations, (316) 978-3013 or joe.kleinsasser@wichita.edu.

Aug 1, 2011 — By WSU News Services — Nationally syndicated personal finance columnist Liz Weston was in Wichita this week to address a conference on Financial Literacy for College Success presented by WSU. She talked with KMUW's Frank Dudgeon about the importance of a college degree, credit scores, the state of the national economy and more. The interview airs today (Friday, July 29) during Morning Edition at 7:50 a.m. and 9:50 a.m.

Aug 2, 2011 — By WSU News Services — Faculty and staff are invited to a farewell reception for Gina Lee-Olukoya from 2-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, in 203 RSC. You do not need to RSVP, but please try to come by and see Gina Lee-Olukoya before she leaves for her new adventure at the University of Illinois.

Aug 1, 2011 — By WSU News Services — Take time to unwind with Art For Your Ears from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, featuring local legends Robin Macy and Kentucky White, in the McKnight Outdoor Plaza connecting the Ulrich Museum with the WSU School of Art and Design. Complimentary refreshments will be served, and attendees are encouraged to peruse the museum galleries, which open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. Robin Macy sings from

Aug 1, 2011 — By WSU News Services — KMUW FM 89.1 hosts a two-hour special featuring one of today's most accomplished and versatile mandolinists Mike Marshall, beginning at 10 p.m. Tuesday Aug, 2. Mike Marshall has worked in new grass, jazz, Brazilian, classical and other genres over the years, appearing with the David Grisman Quintet, the Modern Mandolin Quartet and as a leader. His wide-ranging projects have showcased both his v

Aug 9, 2011 — By WSU News Services — Several general library orientations are scheduled in Ablah Library for students, faculty and staff this fall, starting Wednesday, Aug. 17. Although there are target audiences with library collections and services highlighted for those groups, attendance is open. Family and friends may also attend. A library tour will begin by the Circulation Desk. Instruction over electronic resources will be in

Aug 9, 2011 — By WSU News Services — * The Heskett Center is closed now through Sunday, Aug. 7, for maintenance. The business office will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 4-5, for purchasing memberships and other business. * The Center for Management Development is offering "Managing and Improving Customer Service" from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, in Woodman Alumni Center. Lunch is provided. Registe

Aug 9, 2011 — By WSU News Services — * Faculty and staff are invited to celebrate Mike Call's retirement at a reception from 3-5 p.m. today (Tuesday, Aug. 2) in the Purchasing Conference Room in the basement of Morrison Hall, room 021. Call, assistant director of the Purchasing Office, is retiring after serving WSU for 19 years. * WSU Foundation checks for the week of Aug. 1 will not be available for distribution until Monday, Aug

Aug 2, 2011 — By WSU News Services — If you would like to volunteer to help with Convocation 2011, please contact Ginger Cox at ginger.cox@wichita.edu. Thanks to all of those who have already volunteered. Convocation 2011 kicks off the 2011-2012 academic year at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, in Charles Koch Arena.

Jul 28, 2011 — By WSU News Services — 9 a.m. Thursday, July 28, until further notice This topic features six sound bites and one voice wrap. As we age, it’s not uncommon to lose some hearing. Of equal concern is the ability to process what we hear. According to Wichita State University audiologist Ray Hull, improving cardiovascular health appears to be the best way to help process what we hear. Go to http://www.wichit