Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast
* You're invited to hear a legislative update from Andy Schlapp or Zach Gearhart at 11 a.m. today (Friday, March 17) in the Morrison Hall boardroom.
* Donna Nelson, professor of chemistry at the University of Oklahoma and immediate past president of the American Chemical Society, will present a Watkins Visiting Professorship lecture, "Increasing America's scientific readiness," at 3:30 p.m. today (Friday, March 17) in 211 Hubbard Hall.
* WSU's School of Music and Performing Arts will present the opera, "La Clemenza di Tito," (The Clemency of Tito) by W.A. Mozart and C. Mazzola at 7:30 p.m. today (Friday, March 17) and tomorrow (Saturday, March 18), and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 19, in Miller Concert Hall. It is rated PG. For tickets, go to http://www.wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice or call 978-3233.
* Need a place to watch all the big games? The Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes will televise all the games on their many TVs, plus run some great specials during the Shocker games. Stop by for 20 percent off starter menu items, $1 fountain drinks, $2 Bud Light draws and $7 Bud Light pitchers.
* The Office of First-Year Programs is seeking Orientation Faculty Fellows to be part of the orientation process for new students at WSU. We are committed to incorporating academic information and academic transition issues in our Orientation programs in order to provide a holistic introduction to college life. Orientation Faculty Fellows will work closely with the undergraduate Transition Mentors and the Orientation staff to provide a welcoming atmosphere, while communicating the expectations within the college classroom. For more information, contact Kim Sandlin at kim.sandlin@wichita.edu or consult the position announcement at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5438
* All women faculty are invited to attend the Women Faculty Forum with President Bardo and Provost Vizzini from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, April 6, in 233 RSC. A light lunch will be provided. RSVPs and questions should be submitted to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5436.
* Shocker Blast is the email newsletter for WSU students. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/shockerblast to see the current edition.