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AAC Career Fair brings together schools, students and employers from across the country

College rivalries are fun, and sometimes heated, on the courts and fields. Outside of the stadiums, athletic conferences often work together to benefit students in academics, research, mental health and career opportunities. In that spirit, Sara Muzzy and Kim Kufahl of Shocker Career Accelerator organized the AAC Virtual Career Fair 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Oct. 28…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/21/aac-career-fair-brings-together-schools-students-and-employers-from-across-the-country/

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WSU design to modify planes for wheelchair access gets international recognition

A team from Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research has received international recognition for a design that would allow WC19 certified manual and power wheelchairs to be used as a seat on board commercial airlines. The Fly Your Wheels Suite — designed by NIAR researchers and students in the Advanced Virtual Engineering and Test…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/07/wsu-design-to-modify-planes-for-wheelchair-access-gets-international-recognition/

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Visiting faculty during office hours can increase chance of success

…what that term even means? These are specific times that instructors have set aside to meet with students in their office to answer questions about content from class, visit about research, or chat about career options in their field. Faculty and instructors want to help you succeed, so check out the hours on their syllabus and go visit them! If, for no…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/19/visit-with-faculty-to-help-you-succeed/

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Faculty invited to a workshop with Dr. David Vuletich

David Vuletich, senior director of Research Advisory Services with the Education Advisory Board, will provide a workshop presentation titled, “The Faculty Role in Retention and Student Success,” at 2 p.m. today, Sept. 28 at the Rhatigan Student Center (room 142). David has earned Bachelor’s degrees in astrophysics and chemical physics from Michigan State…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/28/faculty-invited-to-a-workshop-with-dr-david-vuletich/

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SPTE Request Form due Sept. 28

The Student Perception of Teaching Effectiveness (SPTE) Request Form for instructors teaching a course for the fall 2022 term is due to the Social Science Research Lab no later than Sept. 28. SPTEs are still needed to satisfy the requirements regarding the annual Faculty Annual Report (FAR), Tenure and Promotion or post-tenure review. SPTEs will be offered…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/23/spte-request-form-due-sept-28/

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President Muma launches ‘Forward Together’ podcast

…podcast drops monthly, with the March edition releasing March 9. Some of the guests so far include Hollywood director Dean Hargrove, WSU basketball coach Isaac Brown and WSU research vice provost Coleen Pugh. Through his guest interviews on “Forward Together,” Muma gives the audience a glimpse of the aspirations and inspirations that drive Wichita State.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/10/president-muma-launches-forward-together-podcast/

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Learn more about NSF SBIR at webinar

Eric Pierstoff, program director of the Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) at the National Science Foundation (NSF), will present an hour-long webinar about NSF SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs (STTR) 1- 2 p.m. April 19. In addition to describing at NSF SBIR/STTR program, Pierstoff will answer direct questions, cover the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/17/learn-more-about-nsf-sbir-at-webinar/

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Haley talks to ‘Poets and Quants’ about new book

…Business, professor of management, and director of the Center for International Business Advancement — feels strongly about the connection between higher education and research. Her eighth book, “Impact and the Management Researcher,” has recently received attention from higher-education media, businesses, governments and regulatory bodies. Haley’s…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/02/professor-haley-talks-to-poets-quants-about-new-book/

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Learn more about NSF SBIR programs

Eric Pierstoff, program director of the Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) at the National Science Foundation (NSF), will present an hour-long webinar about NSF SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs (STTR) from 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 12. In addition to describing at NSF SBIR/STTR program, Pierstoff will answer direct questions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/27/learn-more-about-nsf-sbir/

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Tell us your story: Undergrad adult learners wanted

A research study is looking for volunteers who want to share their stories as adult learners here at Wichita State University. Researchers want to learn more about adult learners’ experiences and responsibilities. If interested, you will be asked to participate in a 45-60-minute individual interview conducted via Zoom, phone, or in-person per your choice.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/17/tell-us-your-story-undergrad-adult-learners-wanted/

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Beyond the Classroom: Ayshea Banes

Ayshea Banes is working on NASA-funded research with Wichita State physics professor Dr. Nick Solomey to build a solar neutrino detector. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge into real-world environments. Applied learning — which is required for every Wichita State student — happens in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/21/beyond-the-classroom-ayshea-banes/

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April 5, 2022 Alan R. Shoho 1 Alan R. Shoho Curriculum Vitae 8/90 Educational Background Doctor of Education in Secondary Education with emphasis in educational research methodology, Arizona State University Dissertation: Americanization through public education of Japanese Americans in Hawaii: 1930-1941. Chaired by Dr. Susanne Shafer. Awarded the Horace…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/president/documents/alan_shoho_cv.pdf

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Beyond the Classroom: Keegan Staats

Keegan Staats is working at the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) as an operations assistant. This applied-learning opportunity is helping prepare him prepare for a career in economics. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge into real-world environments. Applied learning — which…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/26/shockers-beyond-the-classroom-keegan-staats/

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Take a survey and win a $20 gift card

Dr. Jason Herron and Lena Lamei, from the college of applied studies at Wichita State, are conducting a student survey for their research focused on influential factors in readiness and effectiveness of online learning among all graduate and undergraduate students in all different study programs at WSU. Students who complete the survey will be entered in a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/21/take-a-survey-and-win-a-20-gift-card/

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Beyond the Classroom: Cameron Holston

Cameron Holston works with a variety of aircraft at the Aircraft Structural Test and Evaluation Center, part of the National Institute for Aviation Research. The experience prepares him for a career in the field of aerospace. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the classroom and transfer that knowledge into real-world…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/08/beyond-the-classroom-cameron-holston/

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Design chosen for CubeSat mission patch

Students in grades 6-12 recently participated in a design contest for a CubeSat mission patch—part of a NASA grant project that includes Dr. Nickolas Solomey’s research on solar neutrinos. Patch design entries included themes and elements to represent Wichita State, NASA and particle physics. The runners-up and winning design were chosen by Solomey and his…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/16/design-chosen-for-cubesat-mission-patch/

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Save the date: Analytics Showcase on Nov. 5

… 2021. Please save the date of Nov. 5 on your calendars for this exciting event. The showcase will offer an opportunity to learn about the following topics: Innovative analytics research and curricular activities taking place at Wichita State University.Groundbreaking analytics applications of business, government, and non-profit organizations in Wichita and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/27/save-the-date-analytics-showcase-on-nov-5/

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Usha Haley’s expertise covered in national news and documentary

…Barton School distinguished chair in International Business and director of the Center for International Business Advancement — was covered several times recently about her research on international business and strategy. A Radio Free Asia documentary (U.S. government) featuring Haley won the Silver Telly award. It was also seen at the US Global Media’s…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/13/haley-interviewed-for-documentary/

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Beyond the Classroom: Sarah Laffen

Sarah Laffen is a aerospace engineering sophomore spending her summer vacation working at the National Institute for Aviation Research’s Advanced Machining and Prototyping laboratory. She is using the opportunity to enhance her skills as a student as she majors in aerospace engineering. More than 5,000 Shockers each year take what they’ve learned in the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/20/beyond-the-classroom-sarah-laffen/

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Dance performances tied to Ulrich’s ‘Solving for X’ exhibition

… members of the Shocker community about their mothers and maternal grandmothers. As a part of that exhibition, students in sociology, dance and Honors College will present research and choreographed performances in response to those collected memories. The performances are on at 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. today (repeat performance). Both performances will take place…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/29/dance-performances-tied-to-ulrichs-solving-for-x-exhibition/