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Area: Student Services

…Martinez Newell, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, the Student Services departments at Wichita State University embody the essence of student-centered support. From crisis response to strengths development, from equitable accommodations to restorative accountability, these teams serve as the core of care and advocacy—ensuring that no Shocker…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/assessment-retention/impact-reports/24_25_SA_ImpactReport/Area_Student_Services.php

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Wichita State University to pause employee vaccine mandate following federal injunction

…process, effective immediately. Employees are not required to be vaccinated as a condition of employment at the university. We have all become accustomed during this COVID-19 crisis to adapting and pivoting quickly when needed. This is yet another example where our university community continues to demonstrate their commitment to compliance, the health…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/08/wichita-state-university-to-pause-employee-vaccine-mandate-following-federal-injunction/

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Protecting those who protect us: Wichita State COVID-19 Response Initiative

…of Wichita State’s unique innovation and research capabilities, including 3D printing technologies, manufacturing prototyping and digital sciences, to help during this time of crisis. In addition, through this initiative, WSU has been working closely with the GoCreate, a Koch collaborative, makerspace to start creating masks. “Things are changing rapidly,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/03-march/first_responder_covid_initiative_wichita_state_4.php

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Meet a Shocker: Felicia Smith, Bachelor of Social Work

…I will be working as a WSU Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) lead next year as my practicum work. I plan to work on a macro level of social work. How has the COVID-19 crisis altered those plans, if at all? If anything, it has rekindled the passion inside me. I have always wanted to help others, but this time has shown that the amount of help needed …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/05-may/grad_FeliciaSmith_11.php

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C.H.I. scholarship applications are open

…chapter’s philanthropy for children in foster care is not only significant for the members of the sorority, but also within Kansas, which contributes to the national foster care crisis. Numerous foster youth are discouraged to attain a higher education due to the lack of financial support and management. The Chi Chapter will provide financial literacy and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/05/c-h-i-scholarship-applications-are-open/

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New Study from PPMC Examines Economic Impact of Homelessness, Housing Needs in Sedgwick County

…believe homelessness and housing to be significant challenges that we must aggressively address,” Baty said. "This study helps us understand the scale of the crisis, the impact economically to our communities, and the necessary work to align our efforts with solutions.” The PPMC report also includes a housing needs assessment, revealing a shortage of both …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/homelesness-study-press-release.php

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EPA Awards Boost Support for Rural Water and Wastewater Systems through Environmental Finance Center

…the country, many small and rural communities continue to face serious challenges – from a rapidly retiring water workforce and chronic staffing shortages to a growing crisis of aging infrastructure, where pipe breaks and system failures are becoming more frequent and costly. These new awards will allow the EFC to continue breaking down barriers by…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/EFC-Blog/blog-posts/epa-awards-boost-support-for-rural-water-and-wastewater-systems-through-efc.php

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Update from the Governor’s Commission on Racial Equity and Justice

… and easily accessible. Provide incentive pay for officers who speak languages other than English. Include proficiency testing. Support and finance the use of mobile crisis response models, including co-responder and virtual co-responder models to assist law enforcement in responding to behavioral health calls and stops Key Recommendations for 2021:…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2022-03-01-crej-update.php

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March 2024

…(BJA) Title: FY24 Collaborative Crisis Response and Intervention Training Program Application Deadlines: May 15, 2024 Purpose: “…to support law enforcement, correctional officers, probation and parole, and sheriff’s departments in effectively partnering with mental health, substance use, community service professionals and agencies to promote public …

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2024-03-Newsletter.php

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Annual Security Report — 2021

…Notifications by text message. Web Alerts– In the event of an emergency, the WSU websitewill disseminate time-stamped news updates and contact information about the crisis. The myWSU site, which is a portal for students, faculty, and staff, also has Emergency Notification features. Campus Information Channel– The Main Campus features strategically-placed …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/clery/annual_security_report_2021.php

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Faculty and staff news, summer 2018

…with the Wichita Business Journal. Topics included licensure, certification, changing health care needs, diversity in the workforce and the national opioid crisis. https://www.bizjournals.com/wichita/feature/table-of-experts/table-of-experts-nursing.html Sean Gates, Gear Up coordinator at Truesdell Middle School and an alumnus of WSU, was elected…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/08-aug/academe_summer_2018.php

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JUNE 2024

…activities to be funded under this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will support the government-wide approach to the climate crisis by driving the innovation that can lead to the deployment of clean energy technologies, which are critical for climate protection. Specifically, this FOA will support the DOE decarbonization goals by advancing…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2024-06-Newsletter.php

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2019 KAH Flyer

…of Historians Dear Colleagues, The 2020 Kansas Association of Historians conference schedule for March 20-21 in Pittsburg has been cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The KAH board did not make this decision lightly, but given the rapidly evolving situation surrounding the pandemic, the closure of numerous institutions, and the…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/history/kah/2019_kahflyer.php

WSU Newsletters

Update on employee vaccine mandate

…process, effective immediately. Employees are not required to be vaccinated as a condition of employment at the university. We have all become accustomed during this COVID-19 crisis to adapting and pivoting quickly when needed. This is yet another example where our university community continues to demonstrate their commitment to compliance, the health…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/07/update-on-employee-vaccine-mandate/

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Regents approve 2% tuition increase for Wichita State | Wichita State News

…allow Wichita State to maintain its high level of excellence and keep its commitment to providing students with an outstanding education and experience as Shockers. The COVID-19 crisis has had a significant financial impact on WSU. University officials have implemented several cost-cutting measures and continue to look at other ways to lower operating…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2020/06-jun/wsu_tuition_5.php

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Pandemic Portraits: Amy Huser

…design community are coping and creating during a global pandemic, the project has expanded to reflect on more than one ongoing crisis. The structure of Pandemic Portraits is inspired by the exhibition and book To Survive on This Shore by photographer Jess T. Dugan and social worker Vanessa Fabbre. Meet the Project Team Project Home ShiftSpace Gallery

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/adci/galleries/shiftspace/projects/pandemic_portraits/amy_huser.php

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Nursing instructor changed forever by hurricane relief work the story

…Nursing Program, was deployed through his military service in the Air National Guard. In September, Hurricane Florence had record-breaking rainfall and caused a flooding crisis throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. The storm caused billions of dollars in damage, road closures, power outages and emergency evacuations. More than 50 people…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/12-dec/wsu-instructor-hurricane-relief.php

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WSU Alum Recognized for Championing Water Quality

…served as the assistant director of the Montgomery County (Maryland) Commission for Women, a new county level agency and multi-service organization for women, offering crisis and emergency counseling, and career preparation. Following that, she went to the U.S. Government Printing Office as a federal women’s program manager. Soon after completing the…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/EFC-Blog/blog-posts/quincalee-brown.php

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WSU included in initiative to boost behavioral health workforce | Wichita State News

…country's mental health experts had connections to Menninger. In 2020, COVID-19 swept across the globe and led to heightened isolation, depression and anxiety. The crisis underscored the urgent need for mental health services and exposed their scarcity during a time of widespread uncertainty. Since then, there’s been an uptick in demand for mental health…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/07-july/KSBHCoE_2.php

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Get Involved

…you and your child. Sexual Violence Prevention Home Support & Resources Get support for yourself and learn what resources are available to you. Crisis Follow this link if you or a person you know have been a victim of sexual assault. Header Press ESC to quickly leave this page Content In order to provide you with safety and security while visiting the…

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