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Honorees for President’s Distinguished Service Awards were recognized May 9

The President’s Distinguished Service Awards recognize faculty and staff for exemplary, dedicated and caring service to Wichita. The reception to meet and greet the honorees and recognition ceremony were held May 9 in Woolsey Hall. The 2025 President’s Distinguished Award honorees are: Faculty Senate: Susan H. Castro, Department of Philosophy, Fairmount…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/16/honorees-for-presidents-distinguished-service-awards-were-recognized-may-9/

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Last chance to pre-register for the 2026 Kansas Gender & Sexuality Conference

The 2026 Kansas Gender & Sexuality Conference will be held March 6 at the Marcus Welcome Center. The conference is free and open to all students, faculty, and staff from Kansas colleges and universities as well as to surrounding communities. Organizers request that all attendees pre-register to help with the conference planning process, even if they plan to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/25/last-chance-to-pre-register-for-the-2026-kansas-gender-sexuality-conference/

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Dancing with the wildebeests: WSU senior transforms animal migration into choreographed art

…with animals and her passion for dance to create a capstone project researching the emotional and physical challenges of wildebeest migration. Guided by a team of dedicated faculty mentors, she translated her research into a compelling group performance that reflects the patterns, struggles and shared emotional experiences of both humans and …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/07/dancing-with-the-wildebeests-wsu-senior-transforms-animal-migration-into-choreographed-art/

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Stay informed on WSU’s weather response process

At Wichita State, the safety and well-being of our students, faculty and staff is our top priority. During periods of inclement weather or extreme cold, we closely monitor weather conditions and make informed decisions about campus operations. Each weather event is different, and decisions require input from many parts of the university. Facilities staff…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/24/stay-informed-on-wsus-weather-response-process-2/

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Campus community invited to legislative update session in the RSC

…to Wichita State. The next meeting for the legislative session is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/10/campus-community-invited-to-legislative-update-session-in-the-rsc-2/

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Campus community invited to legislative update session in the RSC

…to Wichita State. The next meeting for the legislative session is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/28/campus-community-invited-to-legislative-update-session-in-the-rsc/

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Learn more about undergraduate research at UReCA virtual informational session Feb. 4

… and who makes up UReCA at a virtual informational session from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 online via Microsoft Teams. There will also be a discussion on how to reach out to faculty, what research programs are at WSU and key information to know when getting involved in research.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/30/learn-more-about-undergraduate-research-at-ureca-informational-session-feb-4/

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Join the fun: Run or volunteer at the Wichita State Engineering 5K

The College of Engineering invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to run, walk or volunteer at the fifth annual Wichita State Engineering 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 on the WSU campus. Proceeds support the College of Engineering Need-Based Scholarship Fund. Whether you’re racing or lending a hand, your participation helps make this…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/join-the-fun-run-or-volunteer-at-the-wichita-state-engineering-5k/

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North Half of Lot 19E by Eck Stadium to be partially closed April 24-27

The north half of Lot 19E, the parking lot near Eck Stadium, will be closed from Thursday, April 24 to Sunday, April 27 for an event. Faculty, staff and students that typically park in this lot will need to park in other lots per their ePermit type. The YMCA lot is not available for faculty, staff or event guest parking and could result in a citation. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/22/north-half-of-lot-19e-by-eck-stadium-to-be-partially-closed-april-24-27/

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Attend upcoming UReCA informational session on what is research

…Activity (UReCA) Hub at informational session from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 in the Ablah Library Collaboration Hub. Participants will also discuss how to reach out to faculty, what research programs are at WSU and key information to know when getting involved in research.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/09/attend-upcoming-ureca-informational-session-on-what-is-research/

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Save the date for the 2026 annual Strategic Communications seminar

The ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Attendees may choose to attend up to two sessions. Gain additional insights, tools and tips to help you improve your marketing and communication…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/12/save-the-date-for-the-2026-annual-strategic-communications-seminar/

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WSU AAUP Chapter hosting update on workload policy and post-tenure review

All faculty and teaching staff are invited to an American Association of University Professors (AAUP) chapter meeting for updates on campus issues. The meeting will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room. Bring a friend or two for updates on events around the campus and state. For questions or a password to the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/28/wsu-aaup-chapter-hosting-update-on-workload-policy-and-post-tenure-review/

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2025 CAS award recipients announced

The College of Applied Studies is proud to announce this year’s faculty, staff and partner award recipients. These individuals represent excellence in research, teaching, service, innovation and collaboration across the college and university. University-level awards University Risk-Taker Award: Dr. Angela Beeler Excellence in Accessibility Award: Dr. Jason …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/23/2025-cas-award-recipients-announced/

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Submit your fall 2025 textbook information

Faculty, it’s time to submit fall 2025 textbook information to the Shocker Store. The book order due date for fall courses is April 15. The latest Access Now requests will be accepted is June 30. Verba Collect will send out customized emails to faculty and department coordinators with a unique link that logs you into a walk-through process without any need…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/01/submit-your-fall-2025-textbook-information/

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BSU and AAFSA invite you to Black excellence celebration

Join the African American Faculty Staff Association (AAFSA) and the Black Student Union (BSU) for a celebration of Black excellence at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 in the Woolsey Hall atrium. Dr. Kevin Harrison, assistant teaching professor and Honors Faculty Fellow, will be the honorary speaker. Join in the festivities, including music, line dancing, spades and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/16/bsu-and-aafsa-invite-you-to-black-excellence-celebration/

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Take advantage of a Shocker discount at Another Broken Egg Cafe

As a partner of Wichita State, Another Broken Egg, 4862 E. 35th St. N, is offering a 10% discount to faculty, staff and students. Just show them your Shocker ID at checkout. Hours of operations are from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. during weekdays and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Take the opportunity to grab lunch during the day or grab breakfast on your way to campus.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/06/take-advantage-of-a-shocker-discount-at-another-broken-egg-cafe-2/

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Fairmount College announces new associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion

…Liberal Arts and Sciences, has appointed Dr. Jean Griffith as the associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion. Previously, Griffith, an associate professor of English and former chair of the Department of English, had served as the director of faculty and curricular diversity in the provost’s office. In her new role, Griffith will provide leadership…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fairmount_news/griffith-named-associate-dean-for-dei.php

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Summer 2026 Tuition Assistance deadline is April 15

The HR Total Rewards team reminds staff and faculty that the application window for summer 2026 Tuition Assistance will be open from Sunday, Feb. 15 through April 15. Just a reminder, Tuition Assistance applications for summer 2026 are submitted through the Online Application Form. Due to the volume of applications received each semester, requests to submit …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/13/summer-2026-tuition-assistance-deadline-is-april-15/

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RSVP to the 2026 annual Strategic Communications Seminar

Join the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing for the ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 29. And if your team is looking to order promo items for your office, visit the Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The opening session, breakout sessions…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/13/rsvp-to-the-2026-annual-strategic-communications-seminar/

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RSVP to the 2026 annual Strategic Communications Seminar

Join the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing for the ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 29. And if your team is looking to order promo items for your office, visit the Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The opening session, breakout sessions…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/20/rsvp-to-the-2026-annual-strategic-communications-seminar-2/