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Submit a poster for Earth Day student poster competition

The WSU Sustainability Council Earth Day Planning Committee invites all WSU students to submit a poster presentation for the second annual Shockers Go Green Earth Day Student Research Competition. Research topics can focus on any element of sustainability including the following: Climate change Sustainable manufacturing and building Green materials Solid…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/08/submit-a-poster-for-earth-day-student-poster-competition/

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WSU NASA program launches first-generation student’s future

Wichita State has a storied history of working with NASA to provide research opportunities to its students. David Nevarez-Saenz, an aerospace engineering senior and first-generation student, has been working with WSU’s NASA Jump Start Program (JSP) for the past two years. David learned about the program while he was freshman and working in WSU’s First Year…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/08/wsu-nasa-program-launches-first-generation-students-future-2/

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WSU NASA program launches first-generation student’s future

Wichita State has a storied history of working with NASA to provide research opportunities to its students. David Nevarez-Saenz, an aerospace engineering senior and first-generation student, has been working with WSU’s NASA Jump Start Program (JSP) for the past two years. David learned about the program while he was freshman and working in WSU’s First Year…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/07/wsu-nasa-program-launches-first-generation-students-future/

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WSU Constitution Week student panel: Economic rights

As part of Wichita State’s observance of Constitution Week, WSU students Nicole Bloomquist and Luke Wagle will present their summer research project on food deserts and taxpayer-funded economic development 2-3:15 p.m. Sept. 15 at Hubbard Hall (room 231) via Zoom, password 805677. The event is free and open to the public and will include commentary from Jan…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/09/wsu-constitution-week-student-panel-economic-rights/

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Class offers youth mentoring opportunity

The INSPYRE research lab (directed by Dr. Samantha Gregus) is currently recruiting undergraduate mentors for a three-hour service course in psychology (PSY 608) for the fall 2021 semester. Prior to enrolling in PSY 608 (Special Investigations) mentors are required to… Pass an interview and background check.Have reliable transportation.Have lunch availability…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/26/class-offers-youth-mentoring-opportunity/

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Faculty are invited to propose Honors courses and experiences

…available to faculty and staff. Spring is a good time to consider proposing a new Honors seminar or request to teach an existing Honor seminar course topic such as HNRS 351 Survey of Leadership, HNRS 352 Survey of Law and Public Policy or HNRS 486 Collaborative Research. How to propose an Honors course: Submit a course proposal through Course Information…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/21/faculty-are-invited-to-propose-honors-courses-and-experiences/

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McNair Scholars closing symposium available to watch

Due to COVID-19, the 26th annual McNair Scholars closing symposium took place with an online platform for 2021. The research presentations are now available via YouTube. Please take time to view these presentations. Each presentation required approximately 200 hours of research for each student. In addition to the presentations, the Bradley Cole Poster…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/04/26th-annual-mcnair-scholars-closing-symposium-2/

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Hear from AI and machine learning thought leaders May 2, 3

Curious about Chat GPT, AI and machine learning and the impact they will have on the world? Attend presentations by two thought leaders in these areas. The National Institute for Research and Digital Transformation is pleased to welcome Dr. Monica Coley from Amazon Web Services and Andy Lin from Mark III to offer their perspectives and thoughts on this…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/01/hear-from-ai-and-machine-learning-thought-leaders-may-2-3/

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Join University Libraries for history and rock ‘n’ roll poster showcase Dec. 2

Explore student research on history and rock ‘n’ roll at the end-of-semester poster showcase from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2 in Ablah Library. Learn about the impact of popular music while enjoying free food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to connect with your peers and faculty, so don’t miss out.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/22/join-university-libraries-for-history-and-rock-n-roll-poster-showcase-dec-2-2/

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Join DOE SBIR and STTR webinar June 28

Are you an innovator with an early-stage technology that has commercial potential? Join Dr. Eileen Chant, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs (STTR) program manager, 1-2 p.m. June 28 for a free webinar about DOE SBIR and STTR programs. Registration is required to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/31/join-doe-sbir-and-sttr-webinar-june-28/

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Dimitri Seneviratne, College of Engineering

…Seneviratne found it all at Wichita State. While majoring in product design and manufacturing engineering, Dimitri found many opportunities to expand his horizons outside of the classroom at places like GoCreate, National Institute for Aviation Research and the Marcus Welcome Center.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/13/dimitri-seneviratne-college-of-engineering/

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Join University Libraries for history and rock ‘n’ roll poster showcase Dec. 2

Explore history and rock ‘n’ roll through student research from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2 at Ablah Library. Chat with students as they share what they’ve learned during this end-of-semester poster showcase. Enjoy free food and refreshments while celebrating their hard work. Faculty and staff are invited to attend. Don’t miss this exciting event.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/22/join-university-libraries-for-history-and-rock-n-roll-poster-showcase-dec-2/

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Science on Tap is back, featuring a presenter from WSU’s biology department

Evalynn Trumbo, CRP research project manager in the Department of Biological Sciences, will present “Grassland Management and Its Impacts on Grassland Birds” at this month’s Science on Tap at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Social Tap Drinkery. Science on Tap is hosted at Social Tap Drinkery in Braeburn Square on the Innovation campus on the second Tuesday of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/08/science-on-tap-is-back-featuring-a-presenter-from-wsus-biology-department/

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Attend the 6th annual Three Minute Thesis with the Graduate School

The Graduate School will host the sixth annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15 on the second floor of Rhatigan Student Center. During 3MT, each student competing will summarize the importance and impact of their research in three minutes. The 3MT is a worldwide competition and the winner of the showcase will go on to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/08/attend-the-6th-annual-three-minute-thesis-3mt-with-the-graduate-school/

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Constitution Week events focus on representation and citizen dialogue

…faculty, staff and the general public are invited to attend events celebrating Constitution Week 2022, Sept. 19-21. The week’s events are sponsored by the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Political Science and student research supported by the Battin-Lester Corporate Responsibility Fellowship. This year’s theme is…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/14/constitution-week-events-discuss-representation-and-citizen-dialogue/

Jobs at WSU

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity Work Authorization and Immigration Sponsorship Wichita State University may be able to sponsor certain faculty positions for employment-based immigration status where authorized by the hiring department and university policy. Sponsorship eligibility varies by faculty position and will be identified in the individual job…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-cybersecurity-wichita-kansas-united-states

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Grant will help WSU audiology students with equipment, labs at Biomedical Campus

The Wichita Biomedical Campus is using a $1 million grant to purchase audiology equipment for assessment, teaching, and research, supporting workforce training for in-demand jobs. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration recently announced the grant, which will be matched by $1 million in local funds. “Wichita State University …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/09/grant-will-help-wsu-audiology-students-with-equipment-labs-at-biomedical-campus/

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Dr. Matthew Howland wins Community Engagement and Public Outreach Award for 3D archaeology platform

Dr. Matthew Howland, assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology, and colleagues Mohammad Najjar; Brady Liss, University of Vermont; Ian Jones, New York University; Thomas Levy, University of California San Diego; and UCSD grad student Anthony Tamberino, in were recently awarded the Community Engagement and Public Outreach Award by the American…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/10/dr-matthew-howland-wins-community-engagement-and-public-outreach-award-for-3d-archaeology-platform/

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Learn more about NSF/NIH SBIR programs

Learn more about a unique funding initiative designed to bridge the gap between groundbreaking research and real-world application at NSF/NIH SBIR Webinar from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6. The NSF and NIH SBIR/STTR programs are designed to empower small businesses in transforming innovative ideas into impactful solutions for society. If you have…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/26/learn-more-about-nsf-nih-sbir-programs/

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Disaster Resilience Analytics Center Seminar Series features Dr. Alison Specht

Faculty and staff are invited to watch the next edition of the Disaster Resilience Analytics Center Seminar Series featuring Dr. Alison Specht noon-1 p.m. Feb. 18 via Zoom. The presentation is titled “Achieving Open Science Outcomes with Multi-Faceted Teams: Learning from the Coalface.” Specht is an environmental scientist with broad expertise in research,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/16/disaster-resilience-analytics-center-seminar-series-features-dr-alison-specht/