Jul 21, 2010 — By WSU News Services — Charlie Fox, associate dean in the College of Health Professions, has accepted the position of dean of Arts and Sciences at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pa. His last day with WSU is July 29. Faculty and staff are invited to a farewell reception in his honor from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, at the Marcus Welcome Center. Comments are at 2 p.m. View the invitation at http://www.wichita.e

Jul 14, 2010 — By WSU News Services — This is your last chance to nominate an extraordinary Shocker for a 2010 WSU Alumni Association-bestowed award. To continue this tradition of celebrating excellence, everyone in the Shocker community is encouraged to nominate deserving individuals for the 2010 awards. For complete award descriptions and criteria, and an online nomination form, go to http://webs.wichita.edu/alumni/awardsnom.asp.

Jul 16, 2010 — By WSU News Services — Make a trip out to see Millie the Millipede and enjoy the sights, smells and touch of the garden that surrounds her south of the Ulrich Museum. WSU groundskeepers recently created a walking path around Tom Otterness' Millipede sculpture planted with a variety of touchable plants and flowers -- perfect for the kids. Many thanks to Kari Ossman, WSU supervisor of grounds maintenance, and her team for

Jul 12, 2010 — By WSU News Services — The University Behavior Intervention Team uses a multidisciplinary approach to prevent individuals from harming themselves or others, and help persons in need. All employees and students are encouraged to attend a workshop from 10-11 a.m. Thursday, July 15, at the Marcus Welcome Center, Wallace Auditorium. To enroll or for additional help, contact LaMar Brown at 978-3068. To learn more, go to http

Jul 9, 2010 — By WSU News Services — President and CEO of High Touch Inc. Wayne Chambers and other leadership team members hosted a reception on June 24 at the company's offices to honor Wichita State University junior Derek Meyer. Meyer was recognized as the first recipient of the newly established High Touch Scholarship. A photo is available at http://webs.wichita.edu/?u=wsunews&p=/wsu_photo. A graduate of East High School, M

Jul 9, 2010 — By WSU News Services — Former WSU student Zach Mesch, who performed as WuShock last year, lost his bout with cancer on Sunday, July 4, in Denver. A number of WSU students made the trip to Denver late last week to be with Mesch before he died. A memorial service in honor of Mesch was held Sunday, July 11, at Rockland Community Church in Golden, Colo.

Jul 15, 2010 — By WSU News Services — Elena Nightingale, an education major with a focus on language arts, has learned a lot from her co-op as a literacy tutor at Wichita North High School. "Through my experience at North, I have become a better tutor, a better student and, hopefully, a better future teacher," said Nightingale. "I was exposed to many wonderful teachers who have become mentors for me in my academic journey." One of

Jul 15, 2010 — By WSU News Services — * TIAA-CREF will offer one-on-one counseling sessions in July and August. All sessions will be held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in 313 RSC. A representative will be on campus Tuesday and Wednesday, July 13-14; and Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 10-11. Call (800) 732-8353 to make an appointment. * WSU is having a drive to raise money to buy every international student coming in August a blanket. A $5 donati

Jul 8, 2010 — By WSU News Services — It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in July as retailers do their best to get consumers in a shopping mood. WSU marketing expert Cindy Claycomb says these mid-summer sales have become quite popular. This WSU Newsline Podcast is available at http://www.wichita.edu/newslinepodcast.

Jul 8, 2010 — By WSU News Services — It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in July as retailers do their best to get consumers in a shopping mood. WSU marketing expert Cindy Claycomb says these mid-summer sales have become quite popular. This WSU Newsline Podcast is available at http://www.wichita.edu/newslinepodcast.