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Animation students build portfolios with real-world clients | Wichita State News

…knows it’s easy for technology to get lost in translation. “It can be really hard to communicate how certain technologies will positively impact the way we work today,” said Balandran, Spirit’s R&T manger. While it’s one thing to explain why a technology is important or necessary, words often aren’t enough. Artistic renderings, graphic design, and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/08-aug/animation_2.php

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WSU alumna takes up top leadership mantle at Saint Joseph’s University

…where she especially focused on growing the university’s portfolio of academic offerings. “I believe,” McConnell says, “that higher education is more essential today than ever before. The world’s future will require individuals who are both broadly and deeply educated, ready to take on the challenges yet to arise.” Her recent accomplishments feature…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsu-alumna-takes-up-top-leadership-mantle-at-saint-josephs-university/

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Shocker students create art, memories with children in Peru

…to all of them. The elementary school students put on elaborate performances for the group. Haley, a spring 2019 graduate of WSU’s art education program, will start teaching at Pleasant Valley Middle School in August. She talked to Lori before the trip about bringing the project to her school and knew she wanted to be involved in Peru. In addition to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/08-aug/art_students_peru_mural.php

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Dr. Haley Schroer

…Fellowship Program, and the Conference on Latin American History. She has published both domestically and internationally in the Colonial Latin American Review, History Today, the Spanish academic press, SILEX, and the University of North Carolina Press. In addition to her academic work, Dr. Schroer has experience working in private collections, with …

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fairmount_college_of_liberal_arts_and_sciences/History/Schroer-Haley.php

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retention_fellows_2022

…Brown Bag discussions in October, November, February, March and April Present at the Academic Resource Conference (ARC) panel(s) in January and May Contribute one article to the Teaching Today campus newsletter Periodically attend the university SEM committee meeting to share faculty perspectives on retention and student success. Fellows may also be…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/fare/_documents/retention_fellows_2022.docx

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WSU Newsletters and Podcasts

WSU Newsletters Department Newsletter Frequency Format Office of Strategic Communications WSU Today Daily (Mon.-Fri.) Website, email Office of Strategic Communications Shocker Blast Thrice a week (Mon. Wed. Fri.) during semester. Wed. only during summer Website, email Office of Strategic Communications Campus Connection Weekly (Tuesdays) Website, email…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/discover_wsu/newsletters-podcasts.php

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Future Forward: WSU Summit

…and new opportunities for innovation. As Wichita State looks to the future, it is critical that we continue preparing students for success while strengthening our impact through teaching, research, service and industry engagement. Throughout Future Forward: WSU Summit, participants will gain insight into strategic initiatives under way at Wichita State,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/future-forward-summit/index.php

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November 2025 Newsletter

…High-Performance Computing (HPC) which will be used to gather data to help to the shape campus HPC/secure compute, storage, support, and grant strategy. Keep an eye out in WSU Today and other communication platforms for upcoming notifications of the surveys. Wichita State University has developed a new Research Security training in response to federal…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2025-11-Newsletter.php

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2020 Wichita State Annual Report: Partnerships and Engagement

… idea to make wine in the city, but I didn’t know how to combine the two together,” Jennifer said. “LaunchPrep and my mentors helped get me to where I am today.” Read more Shock the School Faculty and students from Wichita State’s School of Education help create an outdoor classroom at Irving Elementary School in Wichita as part of Shock the Schools, a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/annual_report/2020/partnerships_engagement.php

Community Engagement Institute

Wichita Nonprofit Summit

…Woods, Wichita Community Foundation– Carlie Houchen, Sunflower Foundation– Jeff Usher, Kansas Health Foundation Hear from funders about changes shaping today’s nonprofit funding environment. This panel will explore emerging trends, funding considerations, and observations from those who review and invest in nonprofit work. Introduction to Catchafire…

https://communityengagementinstitute.org/wichitanonprofitsummit/

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Exhibit highlights Latinos' contributions to Wichita's history | Wichita State News

… is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This is the fifth bullet This is the sixth bullet Dr. Jay Price has come up a few laws of history in his teaching and research career. One particular gem: “History is not written by the winners. It's written by the survivors. And what survives is what we remember.” It’s for the sake of …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/08-aug/somos_9.php

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09222025_Meeting_Book-FacultySenateMeeting

…in 2020 due to pandemic. TF has been reconvened and Chaired by Senator Castro. Town hall next Monday in RSC 301 at 3:30; watch for more info in WSU Today or reach out to Senator Castro for a calendar invitation. Proposed change to electorate (Book p. 26) – this change originates from Rules committee, while TF was on hold. This change is intended to update …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/facultysenate/2025-2026/_documents/09222025_Meeting_Book-FacultySenateMeeting.docx

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Student Spotlight Adam Davies

…Some of my roles and responsibilities include being an academic coordinator for 23 student-athletes, being an academic mentor for 9 student-athletes, monitoring study hall, and co-teaching a Freshman 101 class for student-athletes. Along with those roles, I create content for and monitor all social media platforms for Shocker LIFE, organize and facilitate…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Sport_Management/Student_Highlight/Student_Spotlight_Adam_Davies.php

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Academic_Resources_Conference_2019

…instructors MX 180 MX 130 Various Various MX 180 MX 130 Lunch for those who registered -- Also: Check-in/Register for New Faculty Pick one: Fundamentals of in-person teaching; Blackboard fundamentals; American Classroom Culture Pick one: Managing discussions; Blackboard Advanced, Efficient and effective grading Pick one: Banner Faculty Grade Entry, Roster,…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/WSUARC/documents/Academic_Resources_Conference_2019.pdf

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The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

… you have an interest in research, enjoy helping students explore their interests in research, and are looking for a short-term paid position, please apply here. The deadline is today, March 11th. Final Days to Apply for a Cohen Enhancement Scholarship! Cohen Enhancement Scholarships of up to $4,000 support current Honors students in activities such as study…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-march-11-22.php

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Testimonials

…have been up to the task but because of my time with the program, I was thrilled to be able to fill this need and I felt confident to go for it! I am not currently teaching Spanish and although my vocabulary and fluency may have waned, the skills I developed in Puebla have still served me well in other avenues of my life. I have been able to help a native…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/mcll/Puebla_Summer_Program/Testimonials.php

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Nutrient Optimization in Wastewater Treatment

…activated sludge and nutrient removal topics relevant to current practices in wastewater treatment. Participants can attend any of the six sessions at their convenience. Sign up today! 2025-2026 Webinar Dates and Topics Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am (CT) Nov. 4, 2025 | Managing Solids Inventory Dec. 9, 2025 | Budgeting and Finance Jan. 13, 2026 | Managing Solids in …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/Project_Pages/nutrient-optimization-wastewater.php

WSU Newsletters

College of Applied Studies inducts members into Hall of Fame

… scholarships per year to secondary science and mathematics teacher education candidates. Margaret Meek, longtime educator in Wichita, for her dedication and commitment to teaching, including her work teaching reading to diverse students. Lori Miller, former faculty, for being a driving force behind the establishment of the Sport Management programs and an…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/30/college-of-applied-studies-inducts-members-into-hall-of-fame/

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Dr. Michael Birzer

…C., & Birzer, M.L. (2010). Introduction to private security: Theory meets practice. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson-Prentice Hall. Birzer, M.L., & Roberson, C. (2007). Policing, Today and Tomorrow, Upper Saddle River NJ: Pearson-Prentice Hall Publishing. Birzer, M.L., & Roberson, C. (2004). Introduction to Corrections (2nd ed). Wadsworth publishing. Selected…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fairmount_college_of_liberal_arts_and_sciences/school_of_criminal_justice/Birzer-Michael.php

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Anna-Sophia Hawkins

…her time as a student at WSU, she developed and explored new skills in mime theatre and art administration that continue to play a big part in her professional dance career today. In 2024, Ia created ICT Collective, a Wichita-based dance crew that is dedicated to creating dance works and opportunities centered around hip hop and commercial dance styles.…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fine_arts/school_of_performing_arts/Lecturers/Hawkins-Anna-Sophia.php