Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast

* The state conference for the AAUP (American Association of University Professors) will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 29, in the Marcus Welcome Center Wallace Auditorium. Registration is $10 at the door, with a welcome at 10:30 a.m. by WSU Faculty Senate President Bayram Yildirim. The event will feature Carl Brewer, former Wichita mayor and Democratic candidate for Kansas Governor. RSVP by today (Wednesday, April 26) at aaup-in-ks.org or email gamal.weheba@wichita.edu.

* Future Health Care Professionals (FHCP) will host an event with Connie Kissinger at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 26) in 256 RSC. Kissinger is a Wichita State MBA grad and corporate account director for Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals.

* 2017 Spring Commencement ceremonies will be held Saturday, May 13. The Commencement Office is looking for individuals who are available to work for each of the ceremonies that day. If you are interested in assisting, go to the commencement website for more information, including times, and sign up to assist at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5499. If you have questions, contact commencement@wichita.edu.

* The next Hiring Process class is scheduled for 9 a.m.-noon tomorrow (Thursday, April 27). It is a great learning tool for anyone who serves as a search chair, hiring manager, potential search chair member or administrative support. To register, go to myWSU and select myTraining. Questions? Contact sheryl.propst@wichita.edu.

* The Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a celebration from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, April 28, in and around Neff Hall. It's free and open to the public. Visit new exhibits from the Museum Studies students, cultural entertainment, refreshments and more.

* You are invited to the annual CUW scholarship fundraiser from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 3. There will be a silent auction, 50/50 Hat, Night on the Town, entertainment and a lunch buffet. CUW and the scholarship recipients appreciate your support. RSVP for lunch by 5 p.m. Friday, April 28, at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5533. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5538 for more information.

* Contemporary Art Brief is a monthly email featuring the latest in contemporary art and design at WSU. Sign up now and be part of WSU's contemporary art scene at http://eepurl.com/bX2fZj

* A listing of 2017 summer camps hosted by Wichita State University can be seen at http://www.wichita.edu/camps. The list includes a variety of academic and athletic camps.

* Shocker Blast is the email newsletter for WSU students. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/shockerblast to see the current edition.