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WSU professor’s new book helps K-12 educators persist through today’s teaching challenges

Daniel Bergman grew up in O’Neill, Nebraska, buying comic books at the grocery store. “It was hit or miss — if you had money, or if you could beg your parents,” he said. Those superheroes stuck with Bergman through his college days at the University of Nebraska and into his career as a teacher. The powers, the costumes, the origins and the variety of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/05/wsu-professors-new-book-helps-k-12-educators-persist-through-todays-teaching-challenges/

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Brooks Hartsock, WSU graduate research assistant, to speak at next physics seminar

Join the Department of Physics for its next physics seminar at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 in 226 Jabara Hall and on Zoom. The seminar features Wichita State’s very own Brooks Hartsock, graduate research assistant.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/10/brooks-hartsock-wsu-graduate-research-assistant-to-speak-at-next-physics-seminar/

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WSU AAUP Chapter to host update meeting Nov. 3

All faculty and staff are invited to an American Association of University Professors (AAUP) chapter meeting for updates from Emporia State University and the University of Kansas. The meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 in 334 Woolsey Hall. Bring a friend or two for updates on events around the state and on campus. For questions, contact…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/01/wsu-aaup-chapter-to-host-update-meeting-nov-3/

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WSU celebrates F1rst-Gen Shockers

Wichita State is excited to host its annual university-wide F1rst-gen College Celebration elevating and honoring first-gen undergraduate, graduate, staff, faculty and administration beginning Nov. 7-25. More than 45% of the student body at Wichita State are first-gen students. We celebrate the Shocker F1rst as they are the first in their family to attend…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-celebrates-f1rst-gen-shockers/

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WSU alumnus honors his mother’s passion for education

Wichita State University sees many returning adult and nontraditional students each year, and after graduating in 1971, Ed Vega thought about one day doing something to help them. Today, Vega wants to honor the pursuit of education his mother inspired in him by designating a planned gift in her name toward a scholarship for women who are returning adult…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-alumnus-honors-his-mothers-passion-for-education/

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WSU students create new handrails for Koch Arena, improving the fan experience

Thatcher Luginbill-Ruder will see his work in the lab pay off for fans every time the Shockers play in Charles Koch Arena. Two of those fans are special to Luginbill-Ruder, a senior industrial engineering major from Olathe. Grandparents Errol and Suzanne Luginbill are Wichita State University alums and loyal fans of the Shockers. When the Luginbills attend…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/05/wsu-students-create-new-handrails-for-koch-arena-improving-the-fan-experience/

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WSU founding member of the national coalition TrustEd Microcrentials

Kim Moore, executive director of the Office for Workforce, Professional and Community Education, has joined other senior leaders from higher education, edtech suppliers and K-12 districts to help realize the full potential of microcredentials to benefit learners, educators and employers. The resulting framework is designed to set a standard for the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/30/wsu-founding-member-of-the-national-coalition-trusted-microcrentials/

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Learn about WSU’s Community Psychology doctoral program

Learn more about the Psychology Department’s community psychology doctoral program at its virtual information session from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 via Zoom. Community psychology is a growing field that conducts social justice-focused, action-oriented research. There are only twenty community psychology doctoral programs in the U.S., and one of them is…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/17/learn-about-wsus-community-psychology-doctoral-program/

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WSU earns APLU designation as Innovation & Economic Prosperity institution

In recognition of its strong commitment to economic engagement, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) has designated Wichita State University as an Innovation & Economic Prosperity (IEP) University. The national designation acknowledges public research universities working with public and private sector partners in their states and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/07/wsu-earns-aplu-designation-as-innovation-economic-prosperity-institution/

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WSU celebrates the Marine Corps anniversary, Veterans Day

Join us for a celebration when we will honor the Marine Corps’ 247th anniversary and Veterans Day from 3 to 5 p.m. Nov. 10 in the Student Veterans Center, 105 in Grace Wilke Hall. This is an important day for every American and is intended to honor and appreciate all who served the United States in all wars, mainly living veterans. We honor all of Wichita…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/07/wsu-celebrates-the-marine-corps-anniversary-veterans-day/

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WSU Widener Global Leaders Program initiates third year with largest class ever

The Widener Global Leaders Program (WGLP), led by the Barton School of Business in collaboration with the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Fine Arts, is pleased to announce the selection of 12 exceptional students for its 2023-24 cohort. This transformational interdisciplinary initiative is specifically tailored to nurture…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/12/wsu-widener-global-leaders-program-initiates-third-year-with-largest-class-ever/

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Join WSU’s cultural ambassadors for coffee and Tea

Taste flavors from around the world starting at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17 in RSC 142 at the Cultural Ambassador’s International Coffee and Tea event. A variety of coffees, teas, and small treats will be available to sample while supplies last.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/10/join-wsus-cultural-ambassadors-for-coffee-and-tea/

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American Red Cross thanks WSU community members for their donations

During the recent Wichita State sickle cell awareness blood drive on Feb. 7 and 8, the American Red Cross collected a total of 51 pints of blood against a goal of 62 pints, achieving 82% of its goal. There were 71 donors who registered, including 15 first time donors. The American Red Cross appreciates all of the donors who came out to give blood.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/13/american-red-cross-thanks-wsu-community-for-their-donations/

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Read about the impact of digital transformation at WSU

Each month, the Office of Instructional Resources publishes a teaching-centered newsletter called Teaching Today. The October issue of Teaching Today addresses the important topic of digital transformation, and we are excited to share this conversation with our campus industry partners. In this issue, we take on as many aspects of digital transformation as…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/25/read-about-the-impact-of-digital-transformation-at-wsu/

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Schedule October WSU headshot appointment

Shock Starter is offering two headshot events 1-4:40 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, and 9:30 a.m.-noon Friday, Oct. 28 at Partnership Building 3 on the Innovation Campus. Faculty, staff and innovation partners will not be able to see or make appointments in the scheduler until two weeks before the next headshot event date.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/18/schedule-october-wsu-headshot-appointment/

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$1.5 million gift will support WSU’s Wilkins Softball Stadium renovation

John and Gail Wadsworth have given a lead gift of $1.5 million to Wichita State University and Shocker Athletics, earmarked for the Softball Team Operations Facility at Wilkins Stadium. The building is a part of the $9.65 million Phase 1 of the stadium renovation plan, which will begin development in the spring of 2024. “Gail and I feel so fortunate to be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/21/1-5-million-gift-will-support-wsus-wilkins-softball-stadium-renovation/

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WSU Child Development Center has immediate pre-K openings

The Wichita State Child Development Center has open pre-K spots. This is for children who will be entering kindergarten in fall 2023. For more information, call 316-978-3109 or email Amy Mease at the Child Development Center at amy.mease@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/07/wsu-child-development-center-has-immediate-pre-k-openings/

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WSU’s College of Engineering names 10 Wallace Scholars

Wichita State University’s College of Engineering has named the latest group of high school seniors to join the Wallace Scholar program. The 10 Wallace Scholarship recipients will receive $28,500 each to attend Wichita State for four years. Wallace scholars comprise a community of more than 45 College of Engineering students, representing every class and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/wsus-college-of-engineering-names-10-wallace-scholars/

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Four new tenants fill WSU’s Braeburn Square with an array of dining, shopping options

Braeburn Square on Wichita State University’s Innovation Campus is transforming the dining and shopping scene in Wichita. With four new tenants — Sesame Mediterranean Kitchen, Jersey Mike’s, Two Hands Corn Dogs and Pedego Wichita — the shopping center is fully occupied and fast becoming a hub for all Wichitans to gather, feast and shop. The four new tenants …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/24/four-new-tenants-fill-wsus-braeburn-square-with-an-array-of-dining-shopping-options/

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WSU Foundation year-end deadlines

Foundation accounts payable: No special dates and times. Business as usual. Foundation Year-End Gift Receipt Information for 2022 Tax Credit: Checks without a postmarked envelope will need to be delivered to the Foundation Finance Team Office by 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, as the office will close at this time. Checks with an envelope postmarked by Dec. 30…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/12/07/wsu-foundation-year-end-deadlines/