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Japanese Culture Association’s annual photo haiku contest submissions are now open

The Japanese Culture Association’s annual haiku contest is now open to submissions in both English and Japanese. Haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry that consists of three lines following a 5-7-5 sentence pattern. Traditionally, haiku were most commonly written about nature, often containing a “kigo,” or seasonal word. For the Photo Haiku Contest,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/18/japanese-culture-associations-annual-photo-haiku-contest-submissions-are-now-open/

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Focus group opportunity: How does university social media shape your college experience?

Ever wondered how university social media impacts students’ sense of belonging? A graduate student in the Elliott School of Communication is looking for focus group participants who identify as Black, Hispanic or LGBTQ+ to share their experiences and thoughts about university social media content. The purpose of this research is to explore how social media…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/14/focus-group-opportunity-how-does-university-social-media-shape-your-college-experience/

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World Trade Council of Wichita hosts dinner program on India March 6

India has become an increasingly important U.S. partner amid supply chain and geopolitical shifts. The World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil), in collaboration with the Center for International Business Administration (CIBA) and the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) at the Barton School of Business, hosts its first program of the year,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/14/world-trade-council-of-wichita-hosts-dinner-program-on-india-march-6/

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Join online Quiet Time meditation Feb. 11

Quiet Time, a short online meditation opportunity for staff, faculty and others interested in attending, takes place at 2 p.m. every Tuesday, starting today, Feb. 11. Participants meet for two meditations one beginning at 2 p.m. and one beginning at 2:15 p.m. Come for either or both. No meditation experience is necessary and cameras can be off. Join from the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/10/join-online-quiet-time-meditation-feb-11/

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SAC is searching for Shockers Got Talent judges

The Student Activities Council (SAC) is hosting the second annual Shockers Got Talent at 7 p.m. March 28 in the CAC Theater and SAC is currently looking for faculty/staff volunteers to serve as judges. Judges would need to be available on the day of the show beginning at 6:15 p.m. through the end of the show at approximately 10 p.m. Judges will receive one…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/07/sac-is-searching-for-shockers-got-talent-judges/

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Make Valentine’s Day colorful with SHPEtinas’ forever rose bouquet sale

Looking for a bouquet to make this Valentine’s Day special? SHPEtinas is selling forever roses for such an occasion. Available in red, pink, purple or white, they start at just $3 for one, $8 for three roses and $12 for seven roses. You can also add a personal touch to your bouquet: For just $1 each, you can choose from glitter, crowns, butterflies or pearl …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/06/make-valentines-day-color-with-shpetinas-forever-rose-bouquet-sale/

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Faculty and staff virtual town hall set for Feb. 27

Faculty and staff are invited to a virtual town hall with university leaders from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27. You can access the streamed town hall on YouTube. Staff and faculty interested in submitting questions for consideration can email townhall@wichita.edu before the town hall, or questions can be asked in the YouTube chat during the town hall.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/05/faculty-and-staff-virtual-town-hall-set-for-feb-27/

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Stay vigilant of scam callers: Learn the common signs of fraudulent behavior

The Wichita State University Police Department wants to remind Shockers to stay vigilant of scammers. A current scam going around fraudulently claims to come from the police notifying the individual that they are at risk of being arrested if they do not pay. Make sure you’re informed of the telltale signs of scammers: The police will never notify an…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/05/stay-vigilant-of-scam-callers-learn-the-common-signs-of-fraudulent-behavior/

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Save the date and nominate an adult learner or an online learner for the Adult/Online Learner of the Year awards

The Office of Online and Adult Learning is preparing to host its sixth annual Adult Learner of the Year (ALOTY) awards ceremony from 3 to 5 p.m. April 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Every year, the ALOTY awards recognize an outstanding adult student at Wichita State, a WSU partner and a community partner who support these adult…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/05/save-the-date-and-nominate-an-adult-learner-or-an-online-learner-for-the-adult-online-learner-of-the-year-awards/

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Barton School to host new book launch

The campus community is invited to join the Barton School of Business for a special book launch event celebrating Gerald H. Graham, Ph.D., and his latest work, “High-Performance Leadership Practices.” The event will take place at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 in 141 Woolsey Hall, Fidelity Bank Ballroom. Dr. Graham’s book distills five decades of leadership…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/05/barton-school-to-host-new-book-launch/

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Students who’ve used the library have the chance to win $1,000

Students can earn $1,000 by sharing how they’ve used University Libraries’ resources — like facilities, librarians or equipment — to support their research or creative projects, even if their project isn’t finished by the submisision deadline. The Library Research Award recognizes how students utilized library resources during the past academic year (summer …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/01/students-whove-used-the-library-have-the-chance-to-win-1000/

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Earn $1,000 with the Library Research Award

Have you used University Libraries’ resources — like facilities, librarians or equipment — for your research or creative projects? You could earn $1,000 by sharing your experience — even if your project isn’t finished by the submission deadline. The Library Research Award recognizes how students, like you, have used library resources during the past academic…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/earn-1000-with-the-library-research-award/

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Application for degree deadline is approaching

Graduate students who plan to complete all degree requirements this semester must file an application for degree and pay the $25 filing fee. This needs to be done no later than Monday, Feb. 17. Submit your application for degree even if you have a plan of study pending to be approved or have not submitted a plan of study. To submit your application for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/application-for-degree-deadline-is-approaching/

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Data Privacy Week – topic 5: You store sensitive personally identifiable information where?

The privacy practices of data minimization and storage limitation need to be considered when storing sensitive personally identifiable information (PII). Storage should adhere to documented retention timelines developed after careful consideration by all data stakeholders. For highly sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, financial details…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/30/data-privacy-week-topic-5-you-store-sensitive-personally-identifiable-information-where/

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EGSA opens submissions for fourth annual Humanities Conference

The English Graduate Student Association (EGSA), in conjunction with the Sigma Tau Delta chapter, is currently accepting submissions for the fourth Wichita State Humanities Conference. The conference will take place on campus and is open to undergraduate and graduate students at WSU. Potential presenters are invited to submit an abstract of approximately 300…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/30/egsa-opens-submissions-for-fourth-annual-humanities-conference/

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Data Privacy Week – topic 3: Collection of and access to sensitive personally identifiable information

Sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) is typically information that individuals would consider private or that could cause harm to them if unauthorized access and use occurred. The problem is that most of the technological world relies on personal information to provide a service to customers. This information is usually protected by certain…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/29/data-privacy-week-topic-3-collection-of-and-access-to-sensitive-personally-identifiable-information/

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Submissions to present student research or creative activity at the capitol due Jan. 28

The Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol event is an annual opportunity for students to present their research experiences with state lawmakers and campus leaders in Topeka. All currently enrolled undergraduate students in good academic standing are eligible. Students in all majors and of all nationalities are encouraged to apply. The event…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/27/submissions-to-present-student-research-or-creative-activity-at-the-capitol-due-jan-28/

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Learn more about the course evaluation tool: CES

Periodically, information will be posted regarding Watermark’s Course Evaluations & Surveys (CES) tool to help users better understand Wichita State’s new course evaluation tool. Today’s focus is on accessing CES. While in Blackboard, instructors can access CES anytime by choosing “Tools” from the main menu and selecting “CES Course Evaluations.” It can also…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/27/learn-more-about-the-course-evaluation-tool-ces-3/

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Your opinion of Student Health Services matters; fill out survey and enter to win prizes

Help Student Health improve current services and identify new services that students need. Complete the brief and anonymous survey and you can enter a drawing to win one of the following: Beats earbuds Nice luggage Air fryer Keurig coffee maker Owala tumbler The survey is available to all WSU students. Check your WSU email for the link to the survey or you…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/27/your-opinion-of-student-health-services-matters-fill-out-survey-and-enter-to-win-prizes/

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Parking garage add-on ePermits are still available

There is still a limited number of garage add-on ePermits available for purchase. Any current ePermit holder is eligible to purchase this add-on for $50. The add-on will allow ePermit holders to park on floor two, the ramp to three, floor three and the ramp to four without having to pay the hourly rate. This ePermit is for sale in person at the Parking…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/27/parking-garage-add-on-epermits-are-still-available-3/