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University Libraries and REL 301 present: Bible and archaeology student poster exhibit

Join University Libraries May 5 at the Ablah Library Collaboration Hub to explore student research on the connections between the Bible and archaeology. Posters will be on display all day, and students will be available to discuss their work from 2 to 3:15 p.m. For questions, reach out to Rannfrid Thelle at Rannfrid.Thelle@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/18/university-libraries-and-rel-301-present-bible-and-archaeology-student-poster-exhibit/

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Mentors wanted for applied psychology course at INSPYRE lab

The INSPYRE research lab (directed by Dr. Samantha Slade) is currently recruiting undergraduate mentors for a three-hour course in the fall 2024 semester. Mentors spend lunch and recess with an elementary school student twice each week. In return, mentors receive three hours of course credit and many great experiences. Mentors are required to: pass a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/25/mentors-wanted-for-applied-psychology-course-at-inspyre-lab/

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Lindsey Mendenhall, College of Engineering

Lindsey Mendenhall was able to get more than just an education at Wichita State. Through the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR), she got to work in her field while getting her degree and has a job lined up with the NIAR Advanced Materials Lab. Beyond the classroom, Lindsey found that the lessons she learned from teaching her dogs set her up for …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/22/lindsey-mendenhall-college-of-engineering/

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Episode 33 of ‘Forward Together’ podcast features Sheree Utash and Greg Hand on the Wichita Biomedical Campus

The Wichita Biomedical Campus is a cooperative effort among Wichita State, WSU Tech and the University of Kansas to centralize health care education and research. Join Wichita State President Rick Muma when he sits down with WSU Tech President Sheree Utash and Greg Hand, dean of the WSU College of Health Professions, to talk about programs, collaborations,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/07/episode-33-of-forward-together-podcast-features-sheree-utash-and-greg-hand-on-the-wichita-biomedical-campus/

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Mathematics and Statistics

About the Department The Mathematics and Statistics department at Wichita State University is known for its teaching, research, and outreach. The department offers both graduate and undergraduate degrees. Our graduate degree programs include a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, a Master's Degree in Mathematics, a Master's Degree in Data Science, and a Certificate…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/mathematics/mathstat/index.php

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Usha Haley covered in Times Higher Education

Usha Haley, W. Frank Barton Distinguished Chair in International Business and Kansas Faculty of Excellence, had her research highlighted in Times Higher Education. Free registration is required to read the article. Her Sage white paper titled, “Measuring Societal Impact in Business & Management Research: From Challenges to Change,” co-authored with Andrew…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/18/usha-haley-covered-in-times-higher-education/

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Graduate School seeks judges for GRASP Symposium

The Graduate School is seeking faculty, staff and community volunteers to judge during the poster session of the 2023 Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) Symposium from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 14 in the Rhatigan Student Center Ballroom. The Graduate School is counting on volunteer services this year, and this will give volunteers an…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/16/graduate-school-seeks-judges-for-grasp-symposium/

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Dr. Derrais Carter will give a scholar talk in conjunction with the exhibition ‘Devan Shimoyama: Rituals’

The Ulrich Museum of Art welcomes NEH Fellowship Award-winning writer and scholar Dr. Derrais Carter to speak on his research, which examines Black masculinity, Black queer culture and Black popular music at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 27 in 210 McKnight Art Center. Carter’s presentation will closely connect to themes represented in the exhibition “Devan…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/14/dr-derrais-carter-will-give-a-scholar-talk-in-conjunction-with-the-exhibition-devan-shimoyama-rituals/

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Students can join next Savvy Scholar workshop

Want to take your assignments and research to the next level? The Savvy Scholar Workshop is here to help you do just that. Join WSU Libraries from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Ablah Library’s Digital Scholars Commons, or participate online in the Introduction to Geographic Information Systems workshop. Discover how to supercharge research projects…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/01/join-us-for-the-savvy-scholar-workshop/

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Wichita State was chosen last fall to participate in the VOLARÉ Institute of HACU

The goal of the VOLARÉ Institute of HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) is to build research capabilities at the participating HSI institutions by increasing funding levels and expanding STEM initiatives. The VOLARÉ Institute is funded by NSF for at least the inaugural year. The WSU team consists of Dr. Sara Mata, executive director of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/06/wichita-state-was-chosen-last-fall-to-participate-in-the-volare-institute-of-hacu/

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Game-changing Shocker Fly Lab project kicks off with $1 million lead gift

Lynn and Sherry Nichols have given a lead gift of $1 million to Wichita State University to kick off the fundraising campaign for the new, state-of-the-art Shocker Fly Lab, an enclosed flight space to research, design and test unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that will position the university at the forefront of unmanned aerial system (UAS) education and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/10/game-changing-shocker-fly-lab-project-kicks-off-with-1-million-lead-gift/

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Hong Tien Vu will speak about helping refugees gain greater digital literacy

In conjunction with “Where We Belong: Refugee Stories from Wichita,” Hong Tien Vu, associate professor in the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Kansas and collaborator on research being conducted at WSU’s Center for Educational Technologies to Assist Refugee Learners, will speak at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 in …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/03/hong-tien-vu-will-speak-about-helping-refugees-gain-greater-digital-literacy/

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University announces organizational changes

…create more efficiencies and advance our priorities. Effective immediately, the following changes will be reflected in our organizational structure: Title changes The position of executive vice president and provost will change to senior executive vice president (EVP) and provost. Senior vice president for industry and defense programs will be EVP for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/09/university-announces-organizational-changes/

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WMREF Ethics Conference to be hosted March 22

The 10th Annual Kansas Healthcare Ethics Conference, hosted by the Wichita Medical Research and Education Foundation (WMREF), is structured to stimulate discussion of real-life ethical issues. Healthcare students as well as the general public can benefit by joining the discussion at the conference. Physicians, nurses, patients, family members, health care…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/09/wmref-ethics-conference-hosted-march-22/

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Student success spotlight: Meghann Kuhlmann

This week’s Student Success and Persistence highlight comes from Meghann Kuhlmann, instruction and research services librarian and associate professor for WSU Libraries. What is one small thing any faculty or staff member can do to make a student’s day or let them know they’re cared for?“When we interact with students, we can take an extra step beyond the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/06/student-success-spotlight-meghann-kuhlmann/

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Applied Learning Leads Wichita State Marketing Student to Career at Textron Aviation

…marketing and event support while completing her business degree at Wichita State University. Kreutzer, a senior marketing communications student at the Barton School of Business, has gained professional experience through Wichita State’s Technology Industry Engagement Group and the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR). Elyssa…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Kreutzer_Elyssa.php

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Tell us your story: Undergrad adult learners wanted

A research study is looking for volunteers who want to share their stories as adult learners here at Wichita State University. Researchers want to learn more about adult learners’ experiences and responsibilities. If interested, you will be asked to participate in a 45-60-minute individual interview conducted via Zoom, phone, or in-person per your choice.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/17/tell-us-your-story-undergrad-adult-learners-wanted/

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Join WSU Libraries for Savvy Scholar workshop

The Savvy Scholar Workshop is designed to empower students with enhanced research skills, and faculty and staff are invited to join and encourage their students to participate in the workshop. Join WSU Libraries from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Ablah Library’s Digital Scholars Commons or participate online. The workshop, Introduction to Geographic…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/30/join-wsu-libraries-for-savvy-scholar-workshop/

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Service-Learning Showcase submissions are now open

…Service-Learning Showcase is a unique opportunity for students who participate in service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues. The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty/staff,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/04/service-learning-showcase-submissions-are-now-open-2/

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Wichita State undergraduates recognized at K-INBRE Symposium

Five undergraduate students from Wichita State were among the 26 students recognized at the 23rd annual Kansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (K-INBRE) Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. The WSU students who received an Award of Excellence: Yara Abdine, junior in biomedical engineering, gave the poster presentation, “Glycosylation unveiled: …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/03/wsu-undergraduates-recognized-at-k-inbre-symposium/