May 15, 2009 — By WSU News Services — * OptimalResume is a free service provided by the Office of Career Services and University Libraries. Three free workshops on the use of OptimalResume will be held from 2-3 p.m. today (Tuesday, May 12); Friday, May 22; and Tuesday, May 26, in 217 Ablah Library. To register, contact Janet Brown at janet.brown@wichita.edu or 978-5075. * Lorraine Madway, curator of special collections and universi

May 20, 2009 — By WSU News Services — The Heskett Center will offer two four-week sessions of fitness classes this summer beginning June 1 and July 6. Stay cool in the pool with lunchtime water aerobics or enjoy a slower pace this summer by trying yoga. For more information go to http://webs.wichita.edu/?u=HESKETTCENTER&p=/fit_well/ex_classes/.

May 11, 2009 — By WSU News Services — An Entrepreneur Development Program, "How to Use Financial Statements in Challenging Times," will be presented from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, May 15, in 212 Devlin Hall. The instructor will be Ron Christy, research analyst/instructor and director of the Kansas Family Business Forum in the W. Frank Barton School of Business. The cost is $99. To register or for more information, call Wendy Veatch at 97

May 13, 2009 — By WSU News Services — An Entrepreneur Development Program, "How to Use Financial Statements in Challenging Times," will be presented from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, May 15, in 212 Devlin Hall. The instructor will be Ron Christy, research analyst/instructor and director of the Kansas Family Business Forum in the W. Frank Barton School of Business. The cost is $99. To register or for more information, call Wendy Veatch at 97

May 8, 2009 — By WSU News Services — President Beggs has approved the following revision to the WSU Policies and Procedures Manual: 7.13 / Paycheck Information (classified) -- http://webs.wichita.edu/inaudit/ch7_13.htm Amended to reflect pay plan changes implemented in Topeka and to implement changes in local practice regarding direct deposit of paychecks.

May 15, 2009 — By WSU News Services — From Martha Washington's legacy to Michelle Obama's future, from watching her mother cook for 1,500 wedding guests to analyzing sexism in presidential politics -- Cokie Roberts told one fascinating story after another during her recent two-day visit to WSU. Two of her campus appearances are featured in the newest episode of "Wichita State & The World." The show will air at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 21;

May 8, 2009 — By WSU News Services — Join MVC officials and participating tournament coaching staffs and players for a welcome dinner and awards ceremony to kick off the Missouri Valley Conference Baseball Championship at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, at the Wichita Marriott Hotel, 9100 E. Corporate Hills Drive. Tickets for the buffet dinner in the Grand Ballroom are $25 per person. Tickets will not be mailed; check-in will be at the door.

May 11, 2009 — By WSU News Services — 37th Street will be closed to through traffic in front of the West Campus building May 19 through mid-August. Students and faculty are instructed to access the campus from Maize Road and turning east onto Wyn-Wood Drive, following the WSU signs to the student parking lot. Directions to the West Campus during construction may be found on the West Campus Web site at http://www.wichita.edu/west.

May 7, 2009 — By WSU News Services — Please let students know that it's not too late to complete the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE--pronounced "NESSIE"). Students, first year and senior year, who received an invitation to participate in NSSE received an e-mail inviting them to go to a link to complete the survey. Nonrespondents were also sent letters by post inviting them to participate in the survey. We encourage stude

May 13, 2009 — By WSU News Services — * The Rhatigan Student Center is celebrating its 50th anniversary today (Monday, May 11) with a full slate of activities. http://www.wichita.edu/thisis/wsunews/news/?nid=602 * Members of the Foundations of Excellence self study project are nearing the completion of their work. The public presentations for the "All Students" and "Learning Dimensions" have been scheduled from 1:30-3 p.m. today (M