Reminders
* Jon Wright, a Chicago-based member of the Obama campaign, will speak and take questions on how the Obama team planned and implemented its 2012 election strategy in professor Mel Kahn's presidency class at 11 a.m. today (Tuesday, Nov. 20) in 103 Lindquist Hall. The session is open to the public.
* Campus Ministry at Wichita State will host an Alternative Gifts International "After-Market" event from 10-1 p.m. today (Tuesday Nov. 20) in the RSC near the bookstore. Check out an alternative gift that will make a difference in lives around the globe while being extra meaningful during your Christmas and holiday celebrations. For details, go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?1940.
* All Unclassified Professional employees are encouraged to attend the Unclassified Professional fall general meeting from 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, in 231 Hubbard Hall. Speakers include President John Bardo, Interim Provost Keith Pickus, Vice President for Administration and Finance Mary Herrin and Vice President for Campus Life and University Relations Wade Robinson.
* Political science professor Carolyn Shaw is offering a new Middle East Travel Seminar to Israel and the West Bank in January 2014 (presession). A reservation deposit is due in April. For more information, contact carolyn.shaw@wichita.edu or go to http://www.wichita.edu/MiddleEastTour.
* Student Involvement is seeking volunteer staff and faculty interested in serving as student organization advisers. These individuals will serve as a resource and connect students to campus resources and initiative. Their role is pivotal in the sustainability and growth of student organizations. If you are interested or want more information, contact Lyston Skerritt at 978-3022 or getinvolved@wichita.edu.
* Spring 2013 Welcomefest "Wild Wild Welcomefest," takes place from Monday, Jan. 21-Friday, Feb. 1. Student Activities Council will advertise your event or activity in the Times Events Calendar and in Welcomefest advertisements. Submit your event by Wednesday, Dec. 5, for the Times calendar. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/welcomefestform. For more information, go to http://www.wichita.edu/sac.