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LASI - LAS Interdisciplinary

…into college for students who belong to cohorts that may face particular challenges in stepping up to higher education. For example, such cohorts may include students who are first generation immigrants, veterans, Native, formerly incarcerated or who have a disability. By developing their institutional knowledge about higher education in general and WSU…

https://catalog.wichita.edu/undergraduate/courses/lasi/

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Wichita State University holds panel discussion on Freedom of Expression | Wichita State News

…to a productive discussion.” Quote During these difficult times, it is critical that public universities maintain their role as the 'marketplace of ideas.' First Line Credit Tyson Langhofer, senior counsel and director, Second Line Credit Center for Academic Freedom with Alliance Defending Freedom Suppress quote marks Those discussions, throughout our…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/03-march/FOE_3.php

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Couple’s $3.5 million estate gift to provide scholarships for students with financial need | Wichita State News

…with financial need Strategic Communications 01/19/2021 09:32:01 AM Jan. 19, 2021 — A Kansas couple has pledged an estate gift of $3.5 million to the WSU Foundation to endow a general scholarship fund for Wichita State University students who demonstrate financial need. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/01-jan/gift_2.php

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Student Resources

…Courses with a SERV designation include academic service-learning content. Be sure to work directly with your faculty for all course expectations and requirements. Faculty The first place to start is with your faculty member. It is important to make sure you understand the requirements of your course, if there are preferred community partnerships already…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/servicelearning/resources/students.php

WSU Foundation

Bank of America supports new business school facility with $250,000 gift

…efforts to raise private funds for the new facility, said the gift strengthens Bank of America’s longstanding partnership with Wichita State. “It is only through the generosity of donors like Bank of America that Wichita State is able to provide the kind of education tomorrow’s students will require,” King said. “The new business school facility will help…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/bank-of-america-supports-new-business-school-facility-with-250000-gift/

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20240116Minutes

University Staff Senate Agenda January 16, 2024 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | RSC 142 Harvest Room Senators in Attendance: Courtney Lockhart, Emily Martin, Jennifer Nicholson, Kennedy Rogers, Marissa Kouns, Amy Belden, Amy McClintock, Anne Marie Brown, Denise Gimlin, Erin Shields, Jacob Mendez, JaNeshia Wilson, Jason Bosch, Johny Buchanan-Spachek, Kendra Nguyen,…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/staffsenate/_documents/20240116Minutes.docx

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PCSI_Reduce_Obesity_Among_Vulnerable_Populations

…as a Mechanism among Health Care Providers for Behavior Change. Institute for Health Disparities Education, Research and Technology Wichita State University President’s Convergence Sciences Initiative June 2020 Theme: Health Disparities and Health Delivery (overlap with Digital Transformation) Principal Investigator: Twyla J. Hill, PhD, Cluster …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/convergence_sciences/_files/PCSI_Reduce_Obesity_Among_Vulnerable_Populations.pdf

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NIAR expands military fleet sustainment capabilities | Wichita State News

…State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) will expand its burgeoning military fleet sustainment research and development capabilities. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This is the fifth bullet This is the sixth bullet…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/06-jun/mcfarland_3.php

WSU Newsletters

TRIO, Upward Bound Math Science Scholars recognized by President Muma

…the top at their high school in USD 259 academically and received a recognition dinner at President Rick Muma’s house on Feb. 17. TRIO’s purpose is to prepare low-income and first-generation college-bound students for success in higher education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/trio-upward-bound-math-science-scholars-recognized-by-president-muma/

WSU Newsletters

Register to attend 2024 Ad Astra Conference Jan. 26-27

The campus community is invited to join the 2024 Ad Astra Conference Jan. 26-27, 2024. The Ad Astra Conference brings first-generation students from colleges and universities across Kansas and the surrounding states together for a common experience with a desired outcome of greater persistence to graduation. The featured speaker is Dr. La’Tonya “L.T.” Rease …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/06/join-2024-ad-astra-conference-jan-26-27/

WSU Newsletters

School of Performing Arts hosts screenwriting workshop for students

…Room. The workshop will cover: The structural basics and elements of a feature screenplay How to construct an idea into a one to two sentence logline and develop that into a first draft The collaborative nature of writing with producers, executives and directors How to navigate the business side of the industry Derick and Rebbeca Otto are currently …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/28/school-of-performing-arts-hosts-screenwriting-workshop-for-students/

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Managing Employee Performance

…with work rules (a “will” issue). Addressing concerns of this nature may involve verbal conversations or corrective action. It is important that the leader first has a conversation with the employee to learn more about the situation, relevant facts and information, and any mitigating circumstances. Each situation is unique. The leader needs to…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Business_Partners/Resources/Managing_Employee_Performance.php

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Business Minors

… see a certain business advisor if they choose. Who is required to see a Business Advisor? Business students who are REQUIRED to see a business advisor before they can enroll are: First Semester Transfer Students to the Barton School of Business (includes current WSU students from other colleges on-campus) Graduating Seniors from Business (students also have…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/advising/business-minors.php

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Kelly Young

…health practice across Kansas. She held leadership roles as Director of Evidence-Based Initiatives at KVC Kansas, PMTO lead trainer and coach, and Director of the state’s first certified Batterer Intervention Program embedded within a child welfare agency. Her extensive professional experience includes clinical practice, supervision, policy development,…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fairmount_college_of_liberal_arts_and_sciences/socialwork/Young-Kelly.php

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Nick Sommer

2018-2019 Men's Selected Team Nick Sommer Hometown: Roscoe, ILYear: Freshman, first year on teamMajor: General BusinessNo. of Years Bowling: 16High Game: 300 (14)High Series: 857 (7)Right-handed Nickname: What is something unique about you? I have the national record for high school average at 252Any superstitions? NoWhy did you choose Wichita State? The…

https://www.wichita.edu/athletics/bowling/team_current/bios/men_bios/Sommer.php

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About the Wichita State University Board of Trustees

…on at the institution of any line of work, teaching or investigation, which the donor, grantor or testator may designate; to invest or disburse all moneys so received, and generally to care for, manage, administer and control all such property so received, and to carry out the wishes and to see that the funds and property so received are applied to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/boardoftrustees/About.php

WSU Newsletters

Scott Hill in Analysis

…that people who claim to believe in God do not really believe in God. I show that this is mistaken. I identify three independently plausible explanations of why people who genuinely believe in God would have these behaviours and attitudes. First, there is an evolutionary explanation of why a fear of death would be resilient even if one genuinely believes…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/15/scott-hill-assistant-teaching-professor-in-analysis/

Jobs at WSU

Custodian Specialist (2nd shift)

…you, it’s not just about cleaning, it’s about creating spaces people feel good walking into. This position also comes with a robust benefits package (effective on your first day) and generous paid time off. Job Summary Performs specialized custodial services, such as maintenance and repair of custodial equipment, floor cleaning and finishing equipment,…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/custodian-specialist-2nd-shift-wichita-kansas-united-states-2dd61985-d906-4c4e-8a53-912c6dd25e39

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November 2023 Alumni Spotlight: Logan Quinn

…year of college ended. Starting out, Logan was an Accounting major, but felt like he was not on the right path. After learning about Ennovar, he decided to give I.T. a try. His first I.T. experience began at Textron's East Help Hangar, as a general IT Support Specialist. At Textron, Logan discovered a genuine passion for passionate I.T. and eventually…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/ennovar/ennovar_news/alumni_spotlight/2023/202311_nov_logan-quinn.php

WSU Foundation

WSU student develops career-ready skills in conservation and leadership

…for personal and career growth. Through the Cohen Honors College, Roths attended a BILL’S Trip (Building Investment in Lifelong Leadership & Service), gaining first-hand experience in national parks, connecting with park rangers and developing servant leadership skills. As a WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement’s Shocker Pride Scholar, she highlights…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsu-student-develops-career-ready-skills-in-conservation-and-leadership/