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Ceramicist Chotsani Elaine Dean will present Empty Bowls visiting artist lecture

… The quilts and the material that give them life, cotton, serve as a historical source and point of departure for her to explore and comprehend this dreadful time in America’s history. The visual and historical synthesis of various craft traditions, historical events and commodities, quilts, the cotton trade, the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/ceramicist-chotsani-elaine-dean-will-present-empty-bowls-visiting-artist-lecture/

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Student to Alumna: Matilyn Newman’s Journey in Marketing Communication

…platforms and weekly meetings. Newman is developing a six-month-to-yearlong campaign of weekly social media posts that highlight the Rotary Club of Wichita’s history and fun facts. She’s no longer mimicking the work she has done in her communication classes. “I also found that Visual Technologies 205 improved my graphic design skills, which I utilize…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Newman_Matilyn.php

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Constitution Week events focus on representation and citizen dialogue

…City Council Redistricting, which will feature two student presentations 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sep. 20 via Zoom. Other panels during the week will discuss the history of congressional redistricting in Kansas, the One Small Step courageous conversations program and the WSU Washington D.C./Topeka internship program. For more information visit…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/14/constitution-week-events-discuss-representation-and-citizen-dialogue/

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Shocker bowling teams qualify for national tournament

…22 in Las Vegas against the top 16 men’s and women’s teams from across the nation. The teams have qualified for the tournament 85 times between the two teams in their history. Both teams have high hopes of returning to the winners’ circle this year after winning national titles in 2021 and finishing second in 2022. Follow along during the tournament on …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/14/shocker-bowling-teams-qualify-for-national-tournament/

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Samuel J Yeager

… University of Georgia, 1976 M.P.A., Auburn University, 1972 M.S., Education, Troy State University, 1971 M.L.S., Library & Information Science, George Peabody College, 1968 B.A., History and Political Science, University of Massachusetts, 1967 Publications Yeager, Samuel J. "Where Do Research Questions Come From and How Are They Formulated?" In Miller and…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/About_Us/Samuel_J__Yeager.php

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Wichita State makes Juneteenth official university holiday | Wichita State News

… each June 19. “As we celebrate Wichita State's first official Juneteenth holiday in 2024, it’s my hope that we reflect on the significance of this day in our shared history,” says WSU President Rick Muma. About Wichita State University Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling more than 23,000 students between its …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/12-dec/juneteenth_8.php

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Creating a family legacy of philanthropy

… they took away from here. We want to honor their heritage.” Their parents, Wayne and Frances Brinegar, were both Wichita State alumni and met at the university, and their history at WSU didn’t end when they graduated. Louise recalls holidays spent with university exchange students and her mother’s help in supporting a student who didn’t quite have the funds…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/creating-a-family-legacy-of-philanthropy/

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Actor Barry Corbin giving presentation at Wichita State

…veteran, Corbin studied theater arts at Texas Tech University. Corbin’s appearance is sponsored by Wichita State’s Department of History and the Society for Public Historians. Visitor parking is available south of Ahlberg Hall, between WuShock Drive and 17th Street. A paid parking garage is also available next to the Rhatigan Student Center, west of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/14/actor-barry-corbin-giving-presentation-at-wichita-state/

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Student artists will compete for cash prizes at the Emerging Artists show

…to participate based on faculty nominations, and works represent all four ADCI programs including art education, graphic design and studio art. Two art history students will serve as co-curators, and students are responsible for pricing and selling their own work. “The Emerging Artists show represents an excellent applied learning opportunity for our…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/adci/news/2019/emerging-artists.php

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Regina Klenjoski

… the City of Torrance for her contributions to the community through her “Dancing with RKDC” residency program. RKDC has been awarded numerous grants through their 20 year history. Most notable include a 2019 National Endowment for the Arts grant to tour their work “Far From Home;” a California Community Foundation Grant for strategic planning in 2015 and…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fine_arts/school_of_performing_arts/Lecturers/Klenjoski-Regina.php

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Wichita State-led research aims to help persons with disabilities navigate buildings | Wichita State News

…strengthened its credentials for the grants. “It’s a very prestigious award and very selective,” Namboodiri said. “We got it because of our history. They felt we could make contributions. We made a good case from the middle of the country that we can do stuff, too.” In 2020, the NSF awarded more than $1.1 million to Namboodiri and a team to create a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/01-jan/maps_3.php

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Shocker football alums return to campus

…Redskins team that won Super Bowl XXVI and was on the roster on injured reserve when the Broncos won the Super Bowl in 1997 for the first time in their franchise history. Geathers wasn’t the only Shocker at the reunion with at least one Super Bowl win to his credit. Anthony Jones ’84 is another. After his senior season as a tight end with the Shockers, Jones…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-football-alums-return-to-campus/

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Beyond the Classroom: Cameron Holston | Wichita State News

…State University is the seventh oldest in the nation. Located in the Air Capital of the World, we have long benefitted from and contributed to Wichita's rich aviation history. Wichita is home to such names as Airbus, Bombardier-Learjet, Textron/Cessna/Beechcraft, and Spirit AeroSystems. Buttons Learn more about aerospace engineering

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/06-jun/holston_2.php

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Apply for First Annual Humanities Conference

… presenters must submit an abstract of at least 300 words and a short biography of 100 words. Potential Topics/Subjects may include: Philosophy Language/linguistics Literature Art History Social Sciences Communication Anthropology Theater: Performances and scholarly work Political sciences Creative Pieces: Poetry, visual art and musical performances…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/08/apply-for-first-annual-humanities-conference/

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Wale to perform at Wichita State

…Bomb,” “Matrimony,” “LoveHate Thing,” and his latest release, “Poke It Out.” The Grammy-nominated rap artist has accolades beyond his popular tracks and made history as the first rapper to open the State of the Union, gracing the stage with an unforgettable performance before President Obama’s final State of the Union Address. A regular guest of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/28/wale-to-perform-at-wichita-state/

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Online Accelerated MA in Aging Studies

… year. Learn more about the MA in Aging Studies A Growing Field According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2034, older adults will outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history. The need for professionals equipped to address the challenges and opportunities presented by this demographic shift has never been greater. Our team is eager to help you every…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/phs/accelerated_age.php

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Katherine Mason Cramer PhD.

…Wichita State University Spring 2008-Summer 2010 - Member, Peer Review Committee, English Department, Kennesaw State University - Collaborate with colleagues to establish volunteer peer review procedures and documents (including protocols, observation records, and pre- and post- participation surveys) and present this peer review model to the department.…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/education/School_of_Teaching_and_Learning/Cramer-Katie.php

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Training

…their clinical work. Clients at our office present with an assortment of concerns that range from mild (e.g., a recent break-up) to severe (e.g., active suicidal ideation with a history of multiple suicide attempts). Subsequently, our practicum students and interns receive training on risk-assessment and the use of the Collaborative Assessment and Management…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/counseling/WCPIP.php

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Anonymous $1 Million Gift from Alumnus Marks a Defining Centennial Moment for the Barton School of Business

…The donation honors the school's legacy while expanding opportunity for students with financial need. As one of the largest individual scholarship gifts in the Barton School’s history, the endowed need-based scholarship serves as defining moment in the centennial celebration. More than an investment, it represents the long-standing commitment of alumni and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/1-27-25-1-million-donation.php

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January 2025 Newsletter

…further the knowledge and use of herbs. This grant supports research on the horticultural, scientific, and/or medicinal use of herbs throughout history. Research must define an herb as historically useful for flavoring, medicine, economic, industrial, or cosmetic purposes and have the potential to significantly increase the knowledge of the field.” Amount:…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2025-01-Newsletter.php