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Faculty, staff invited to Implicit Bias Session from Crystal U. Davis

…in dance through a critical theory lens — at noon Tuesday, Feb. 20 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. The work of Davis, CLMA, has been renowned by a broad community of adjudicators and audiences from Donald McKayle to the royal family of Jodhpur, India. Lunch will be provided for attendees. Be sure to register ahead of time as space is…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/16/faculty-staff-invited-to-implicit-bias-session-from-crystal-u-davis-3/

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Join HOPE Services for naloxone administration training

Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services presents DCCCA’s one-hour naloxone administration course to the campus community to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and respond to an overdose crisis using naloxone and other resources. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/05/join-hope-services-for-naloxone-administration-training/

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Excellence award nominations due date extended to Dec. 15

Nominations for Excellence Awards in research, creativity activity and community research are now being accepted by the Office of Research. All full-time faculty, including distinguished professors and endowed chairs, who have served at Wichita State for at least three years, are eligible. Faculty who hold an administrative position above that of chair are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/08/excellence-award-nominations-due-date-extended-to-dec-15/

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Kim Moore elected to 1EdTech board of directors

Kim Moore, executive director of Workforce, Professional and Community Education, is one of four newly elected members to 1EdTech’s board of directors. Her four-year term started Jan. 1, and she will work to further the mission and goals of the organization. Moore is an innovative and entrepreneurial leader, focused on establishing collaborative business and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/19/kim-moore-elected-to-1edtech-board-of-directors/

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UPDATED DATE: Join Healthcare Research Roundtable and Summit 2024 March 22

The second annual Healthcare Research Roundtable will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 22. This year it’s reaching out to the University of Kansas and WSU Tech as well as the community and industry partners, and it’s extending its scope to include clinical work, the arts, humanities, applied studies and all the health-related work done. This is a great…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/updated-date-join-healthcare-research-roundtable-and-summit-2024-march-22-2/

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UPDATED DATE: Join Healthcare Research Roundtable and Summit 2024 March 22

The second annual Healthcare Research Roundtable will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 22. This year it’s reaching out to the University of Kansas and WSU Tech as well as the community and industry partners, and it’s extending its scope to include clinical work, the arts, humanities, applied studies and all the health-related work done. This is a great…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/updated-date-join-healthcare-research-roundtable-and-summit-2024-march-22/

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Join Healthcare Research Roundtable and Summit 2024 March 22

The second annual Healthcare Research Roundtable will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 22. This year it’s reaching out to the University of Kansas and WSU Tech as well as the community and industry partners, and it’s extending its scope to include clinical work, the arts, humanities, applied studies and all the health-related work done. This is a great…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/join-healthcare-research-roundtable-and-summit-2024-jan-26/

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Black History Month faculty profile: Robert Weems

…experience” Weems said. Black History Month provides an opportunity for contemplation, learning and raising awareness about the extensive and varied history of the Black community. Wichita State is embracing the rich tapestry of history and heritage by highlighting some of the amazing Black educators who make a difference in students’ lives every day.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/28/black-history-month-faculty-profile-robert-weems/

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Volunteers needed for Pando Awards banquet

Join the Community Service Board for the 29th annual Pando STAR Awards. This award luncheon acknowledges the accomplishments of 48 Pando students from around Sedgwick County, nominated by Pando staff at the schools. Around 400 attendees, including sponsors, donors, special guests, and students will enjoy a red-carpet experience, luncheon, and award…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/09/volunteers-needed-for-pando-awards-banquet/

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Wichita State announces $15,000 raised for United Way literacy fundraiser

Our community helped raise $15,000 toward alleviating illiteracy in Shocker Neighborhood through United Way’s Champions of Literacy initiative. The total amount raised was announced at the Feb. 7 Shocker men’s basketball game against UTSA, where United Way alongside President Rick Muma and Kevin Saal, director of athletics, presented the money raised.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/08/wichita-state-announces-15000-raised-united-way-literacy-fundraiser/

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MCLL department congratulates winners of Kansas City Japanese Contest

This year, Japanese-language students from Wichita State competed in the annual Heart of America Japan-America Society’s Japanese Contest held March 9 at Johnson County Community College. The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (MCLL) and Japanese program congratulates the winners: Caleb Buhler won first prize for the speech…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/20/mcll-department-congratulates-winners-of-kansas-city-japanese-contest/

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ODI hosts panel for Native American Heritage Month

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is here to shed light on the rich heritage of Native American people in the community. Join ODI from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Room, to conclude Native American Heritage Month with a panel discussion. The panel will include special guests who will help discuss various…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/22/odi-hosts-panel-for-native-american-heritage-month/

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Faculty, staff invited to Implicit Bias Session from Crystal U. Davis

…choose from, at noon Tuesday, Feb. 20 or 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23 both in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. The work of Davis, CLMA, has been renowned by a broad community of adjudicators and audiences from Donald McKayle to the royal family of Jodhpur, India. Lunch will be provided for attendees on Tuesday, and a continental breakfast will be …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/09/faculty-staff-invited-to-implicit-bias-session-from-crystal-u-davis-2/

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Apply for the Emerging Leaders Program

Begin your leadership journey. Emerging Leaders is a unique opportunity for WSU students to get on the fast-track to student leadership and campus and community involvement at no additional charge. Students participating in the Emerging Leaders program will have an opportunity to establish a leadership foundation by understanding and developing their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/13/apply-for-the-emerging-leaders-program/

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Learn how to stay safe with fire safety resources

Wichita State University is committed to the safety of its campus community and provides fire safety resources to help Shockers stay safe on and off campus. Learn more and find resources on how to stay safe on the Fire & Safety Office webpage, including information on: Working with open flames, heat or sparks Proper use of extension cords Restrictions for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/05/learn-how-to-stay-safe-with-fire-safety-resources-2/

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Learn how to stay safe with fire safety resources

Wichita State University is committed to the safety of its campus community and provides fire safety resources to help Shockers stay safe on and off campus. Learn more and find resources on how to stay safe on the Fire & Safety Office webpage, including information on: Working with open flames, heat or sparks Proper use of extension cords Restrictions for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/01/learn-how-to-stay-safe-with-fire-safety-resources/

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Southeast Wichita GEAR UP hosts Harlem Renaissance cultural exposé for Black History Month

…cultural heritage of the Harlem Renaissance, a pivotal era marked by an extraordinary outpouring of artistic, literary and intellectual achievements within the African American community. The exploration will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Rhatigan Student Center on the following dates: Feb. 6, 203 RSC: Fashion, presented by Shondella Umeh Feb. 7, 203…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/06/southeast-wichita-gear-up-hosts-harlem-renaissance-cultural-expose-for-black-history-month/

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Learn more about damage and/or destruction of property policy at WSU

Student Conduct & Community Standards (SCCS) is wanting to raise awareness regarding certain policies in the code of conduct at WSU. For the Month of January, it is discussing damage and/or destruction of property. Did you know that damage and/or destruction of property is defined as “Engaging in the intentional, unintentional, reckless, and/or unauthorized …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/21/learn-more-about-damage-and-or-destruction-of-property-policy-at-wsu/

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WISE counseling, play therapy clinic accepting new clients

Counseling services are available to anyone in the community, including WSU employees, partnership employees and their family members and friends. Services offered at the WISE clinic are available at no additional charge, regardless of income/insurance status. Counselors-in-training at the WISE clinic work with an array of client concerns (grief and loss,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/12/wise-counseling-play-therapy-clinic-accepting-new-clients/

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Learn more about damage and/or destruction of property policy at WSU

Student Conduct & Community Standards (SCCS) is wanting to raise awareness regarding certain policies in the code of conduct at WSU. For the Month of January, it is discussing damage and/or destruction of property. Did you know that damage and/or destruction of property is defined as “Engaging in the intentional, unintentional, reckless, and/or unauthorized …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/21/learn-more-about-damage-and-or-destruction-of-property-policy-at-wsu-2/