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NASA Kansas Space Grant Consortium accepting Teacher Workshop Program proposals

The NASA Kansas Space Grant Consortium (KSGC) is accepting proposals for teacher workshops for the 2022-2023 academic year through Sept. 9. The KSGC Teacher Workshop Program (TWP) supports the development and implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics educator workshops, especially in middle-school classrooms. Multiple awards of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/07/15/nasa-kansas-space-grant-consortium-accepting-teacher-workshop-program-proposals/

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Make the most of your summer

…some ground toward graduation. Use your summer wisely Consider enrolling in a summer course or twoResearch what applied learning experiences you could completeCreate next year’s academic, financial and student experience plansSet goals for next year. We wish you the best during finals. If you are graduating, congratulations. We look forward to seeing the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/21/make-the-most-of-your-summer/

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Engineering Council student representative positions available

The Engineering Council is looking for professional, curious and interested students to join their organization for the 2021-2022 academic year. Students interested can apply by selecting the QR code included with this post until Sept. 26. The council is an official organization representing the Student Body of the College of Engineering. It serves as a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/20/engineering-council-student-representative-positions-available/

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College of Engineering wins Clash of the Colleges

…of Engineering is your 2022 Clash of the Colleges winner! The final competition to determine “who rules the school” was held Friday, Aug. 26 and included students in each academic college competing against each other in relay races and team sports. This is the fourth win for the College of Engineering. Another honor awarded was the Spirit Award, which…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/29/college-of-engineering-wins-clash-of-the-colleges/

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Mortar Board accepting applications

The Mortar Board, a national honor society that encourages scholarship, leadership and community service, is seeking nominations for its Wichita State chapter for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Wichita State chapter promotes Reading is Leading, hosts an annual book drive, and reads to children at local elementary schools. The Mortar Board accepts students …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/01/mortar-board-accepting-applications/

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Syllabi are key to success

…that serves as the map for the course. In it you will find the learning objectives for the course as well as the schedule of assignments, papers, exams, and other important academic information. When you have a question about an assignment, revisit the syllabus. Also, understand the grading scale used in each class. Wichita State operates on a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/20/syllabi-are-key-to-success/

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WWSU scholarship applications due May 31

WWSU scholarship applications for the 2021-2022 academic year must be received by May 31. Candidates must apply for consideration to this scholarship. The fillable form can be found at www.wichita.edu/WWSUscholarship, and should be submitted by email to WWSU@wichita.edu, along with all other required attachments (see application for additional materials).…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/21/wwsu-scholarship-applications-due-may-31/

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Free professional development for faculty, students during January ARC

As part of the January Academic Resources Conference (ARC) Jan. 10-13, the Office of Instructional Resources is offering LinkedIn Learning challenges. No challenge is more than an hour, and are free to WSU student, faculty and staff and include the following: Introduction to Gratitude Meditation (16 minutes) Becoming an Ally to All (30 minutes) How to Train …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/05/free-professional-development-for-faculty-students-during-january-arc/

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Get technical training from Mary Morriss today

Today, May 27, is the last day of the May Academic Resources Conference (ARC). The last day will focus on technical training and will feature Blackboard training from Mary Morriss. The schedule for this day will be as follows: Technical Training on Blackboard (First session), 9-9:50 a.m. Whether you want to teach in Ultra Course Format or old Blackboard,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/18/get-technical-training-from-mary-morriss-today/

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Don’t miss the last day of the ARC for August

The Academic Resources Conference (ARC) is free and open to all WSU staff and instructors. Today is the last day, and we have a big block of lab time available to help people set up Blackboard courses and organizations. We also have a great panel for the lunchtime panel hour. You don’t want to miss out! 9 a.m.-Noon: Direct Zoom link to Drop-in, online lab…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/01/dont-miss-the-last-day-of-the-arc-for-august/

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Virtual on-campus job fair July 22

…Meet and chat with staff from various departments across campus who have student assistant, work-study, and graduate assistant employment positions available for the upcoming academic year. Register and sign-up for schedules begins July 6. Career workshops to help with resumes and navigating the career fair are also available at the following links:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/10/virtual-on-campus-job-fair-july-22-2/

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Call for Fiscal Year 2023 Educational Opportunity and Student Fee Funding Requests

…through Student Government for the Educational Opportunity Fund and Student Services Fee for fiscal year 2023. These programs provide financial support to facilitate students’ academic pursuits (Educational Opportunity Fund) or the funding of programs and activities delivered directly to students (Student Services). If you’ve submitted requests in the past, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/15/call-for-fiscal-year-2023-educational-opportunity-and-student-fee-funding-requests/

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Develop a plan for graduation

Enrollment will open soon. Have you done your degree audit and met with a faculty and academic advisor? Do you know how many credits you will need to complete next year? To accomplish these tasks, students should consider enrolling in a pre-session or summer class to help them reach 30 hours without overwhelming themselves during the fall or spring…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/18/develop-a-plan-for-graduation/

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Enroll now in fall 2022 badge program

…who are admitted and enroll in a badge course by Wednesday, Sept. 14 are eligible for a full scholarship for selected badge courses (valid only for fall 2022 only.) Badges are academic short courses of one credit hour or less that are designed for working, non-degree seeking professionals. They are online and self-paced. Each badge is designed with the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/07/enroll-now-in-fall-2022-badge-program/

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Join Clash of the Colleges today

…to Clash of the Colleges 4-6 p.m. today between the New Student Athletic Building and Koch Arena. The event will include relay races, team sports and other competitions between academic colleges to determine who rules the school. Participants can join individually or with a group of other students. Students who are planning on attending their college…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/24/clash-of-the-colleges-is-today-2/

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Author, lecturer and writer Lawrence Ross speaking at WSU today

…History of African American Fraternities and Sororities,” and “Blackballed: The Black and White Politics of Race on America’s Campuses.” This event is sponsored by WSU Academic Affairs and Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer. Ross completed his baccalaureate degree in history from the University of California, Los Angeles, and his Master of Fine Arts …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/01/author-lecturer-and-writer-lawrence-ross-speaking-at-wsu-feb-10/

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Reminder: Take Mandatory Discrimination and Harassment and Prevention by Sept. 23

…To that end, we have partnered with EVERFI to provide the Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training. Completion of this training is required of all degree-seeking students every academic year. By this point you have received multiple emails from EVERFI that contains a link to the training. Follow the instructions in the email to access and complete the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/19/remindertake-mandatory-discrimination-and-harassment-and-prevention-by-sept-23/

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F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Carrie Wyatt

…Wyatt, who graduated with a bachelor of science in business management with a minor in art. Carrie is Wichita State’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders; academic data manager and website and social media coordinator. F1RST-GEN T-Shirts are available in the RSC Shocker Store for $12. If you’re interested in being featured as a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/23/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-carrie-wyatt/

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Virtual Celebration

…Pierre Harter, ChairLaurie Labarca, Vice-ChairVernell JacksonDr. Nancy McCarthy SnyderJoe NortonSteve PackebushKeith StevensSheryl WohlfordThomas G. Winters University and Academic Officers Jay Golden, PresidentRick Muma, Provost & ProfessorWerner Golling, Vice President of Finance and AdministrationJohn Tomblin, Senior Vice President of the Office of…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/commencement/virtual-celebration.php

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DUE TODAY: Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training required for degree-seeking students

…To that end, we have partnered with EVERFI to provide the Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training. Completion of this training is required of all degree-seeking students every academic year. By this point you have received multiple emails from EVERFI that contains a link to the training. Follow the instructions in the email to access and complete the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/22/sexual-harassment-and-prevention-training-required-for-degree-seeking-students-2/