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Paid fellowships focus on redistricting research

…Fellowship. This year’s research question: Should the City of Wichita create a citizen redistricting board to redraw City Council districts after each national census? Awardees will conduct research during the summer 2022 term in collaboration with a faculty mentor. For more information, click on the bottom below or contact Dr. Neal Allen, chair of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/11/paid-fellowships-focus-on-redistricting-research/

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Japanese-language students compete in Kansas City

…from 11 schools in categories that included Japanese calligraphy, poetry, a karuta card game, culture quizzes, kanji bees, and four-panel manga. The following WSU students won awards at the contest: Megan Dahna, second place for English-language Tanka poem and third place in the culture quiz Sheridan Peterson, third place for English-language Tanka…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/29/japanese-language-students-compete-in-kansas-city/

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WSU College of Engineering awards $313,500 in Wallace Scholarships

Wichita State University’s College of Engineering has named the latest group of high school seniors to join the Wallace Scholar program. The 13 Wallace Scholarship recipients will receive $28,500 each to attend Wichita State for four years. In addition, two students receiving other major university scholarships will be designated as Wallace Scholars.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/25/wsu-college-of-engineering-awards-313500-in-wallace-scholarships%ef%bf%bc/

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‘Making HerStory: The Evolution of Marché, Forging A Way to Greatness’ honors Fleming-Randle

… the first African American woman executive administrator at Wichita State in 125 years. The exhibit contains a display of Fleming-Randle’s personal artifacts, photos, awards, and a sneak peek of candid photos and quotes taken during the filming of the upcoming oral history interview project “Forging A Way to Greatness: The Evolution of Marché – HerStory…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/14/making-herstory-the-evolution-of-marche-forging-a-way-to-greatness-honors-fleming-randle/

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WSU LAS Humanities and Social Science faculty invited to meet with Office of Research

…event, faculty will learn how to apply for external funding and discuss past funding successes by those in the LAS college. the following topics will also be discussed: Previous awards received and research performance of LAS Information about the Office of Research and how they can assist applicants LAS training needs and interests Personalized funding…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/08/wsu-las-humanities-and-social-science-faculty-invited-to-meet-with-office-of-research/

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Submit for Service-Learning Showcase

…the application of their course work to current community issues. This year the showcase will be held in a digital format and judged by a team of community partner leaders. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Outstanding Overall Service-Learning Project- $150 scholarship to winning entry Innovation and Creativity in Problem Solving-…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/23/submit-for-service-learning-showcase/

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Wichita State wants to hear from you

…Economic Prosperity Universities Designation Program (APLU) and would like to hear from its university constituents and partners via a five-minute online survey. This program is awarded through APLU’s Commission on Economic and Community Engagement (CECE). The designation is conferred to APLU member universities that demonstrate excellence and leadership…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/16/wichita-state-wants-to-hear-from-you/

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Encourage students to enter Deloitte Smart Factory Design Contest

…Wichita State students. Please help spread the word to your students. Submissions must be submitted no later than 10:59 p.m. Feb. 13. The student whose design is chosen will be awarded a $1,500 commission to create The Smart Factory container design. The Smart Factory will also put the student’s name, and their container design across a number of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/24/encourage-students-to-enter-deloitte-smart-factory-design-contest/

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Designs requested for Deloitte Smart Factory design Contest

…just need to be a WSU student with a flair for design. Submissions must be submitted no later than 10:59 p.m. Feb. 13. The student whose design is chosen will be awarded a $1,500 commission to create The Smart Factory container design. The Smart Factory will also put the student’s name, and their container design across a number of influential…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/21/designs-requested-for-deloitte-smart-factory-design-contest/

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Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner provides grant for youth financial literacy

… and educating consumers. The OSBC has supported the KCEE for many years as part of its mission of educating consumers so they will become financially literate. The OSBC has awarded $103,150 in grant funds this year to six Kansas organizations to provide financial literacy education throughout the state. The recipients of OSBC Consumer Education grants are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/13/kansas-office-of-the-state-bank-commissioner-provides-grant-for-youth-financial-literacy/

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WSU Regional Institute on Aging announces funding opportunities for faculty

…two funding opportunities for faculty and graduate students. Intergenerational Teaching Modules $2,000 for development $2,000 for delivery Applications due Feb. 7 Research Awards $5,000 to 20,000 for 12-month projects Applications due date: March 21 For more information, contact Carryl Baldwin, Ph.D., Cassat Distinguished Professor on Aging, WSU RIA …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/06/wsu-regional-institute-on-aging-announces-funding-opportunities-for-faculty-2/

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WSU Regional Institute on Aging announces funding opportunities for faculty

…two funding opportunities for faculty and graduate students. Intergenerational Teaching Modules $2,000 for development $2,000 for delivery Applications due Feb. 7, 2022 Research Awards $5,000 to 20,000 for 12-month projects Applications due date: March 21, 2022 For more information, contact Carryl Baldwin, Ph.D., Cassat Distinguished Professor on Aging,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/13/wsu-regional-institute-on-aging-announces-funding-opportunities-for-faculty/

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WSU Professor L. Scott Miller named to hold Dutcher professorship

…of Deans. In part, their letter stated: “Dr. Miller is a recognized leader in engineering, aerospace education and research. He is a highly respected and awarded aerospace engineer across the region and nation. He has made a tremendous impact on students, faculty and Kansas STEM education and research over the last 15 years.” The professorship…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/29/wsu-professor-l-scott-miller-named-to-hold-dutcher-professorship/

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Celebrate Linda Starkey’s retirement

…light and driving force for the performing arts at Wichita State for more than 40 years. Throughout her tenure, Starkey was inducted into the Mary Jane Teall Hall of Fame, awarded as the Mary Jane Teall Educator of the Year and received the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Gold Medallion. Her greatest accomplishment has been to teach…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/23/celebrate-linda-starkeys-retirement/

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WSU Foundation reports boost in scholarship support for FY23

…does not include support from current funds, which are philanthropic contributions earmarked for immediate use rather than invested in an endowment that will produce annual awards in perpetuity. Of the $8.7 million payout, endowed scholarships represent $4.2 million. “As we celebrate Thanksgiving, this is a fitting time to express gratitude to all who…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/22/wsu-foundation-reports-boost-in-scholarship-support-for-fy23/

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CETARL, WSU Foundation named Finalists in United Way Impact on the Plains Competition

…Menon and Marble-Flint will give a “Shark Tank-style” pitch for CETARL’s digital educational platform, LingoLabs, Nov. 15. If successful, Menon and Marble-Flint will be awarded $25,000 for CETARL to support Wichita area refugee families, children and USD 259 classroom teachers who will beta-test the prototype of the platform.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/11/cetarl-wsu-foundation-named-finalists-in-united-way-impact-on-the-plains-competition/

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Take a gamble at Casino Night

…at the Student Activities Council’s (SAC) Casino Night 7-9 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Rhatigan Student Center (first floor). Win big in craps or on the slot machines. Prizes will be awarded to top-performing Wichita State student players and include AirPods, mini projectors, Shocker gear and more. Chips can also be cashed in for prizes. Admission is free to the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/14/take-a-gamble-at-casino-night/

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Volunteers requested for Distinguished Scholarship Invitational

…2:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20. Volunteers can be members of the Wichita State faculty, staff, alumni and community members. Three $64,000 Harry Gore Memorial Scholarships are awarded through the DSI process to high school seniors attending Wichita State in fall 2022. Historically, more than 60% of the seniors who attend this program ultimately enroll at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/12/volunteers-requested-for-distinguished-scholarship-invitational/

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Public service awards honors two local women

Join Women in Public Service for the 2021 annual celebration from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21 in the John Bardo Center lobby. For their lifetime commitment to public service, WPS will honor Kathy Sexton, city manager for the city of Derby, and Lisa Dodson, PPMC research and program evaluation manager. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Cash bar is available.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/05/women-in-public-service-annual-celebration/

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Form a Homecoming Spirit Competition team

… Competition team meetings at the following times and dates: 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1 at the Rhatigan Student Center (room 265) 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Hubbard Hall (room 228) Awards for the winning team will be presented at the Homecoming closing event, Shocktoberfest, Saturday, Oct.30.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/24/form-a-homecoming-spirit-competition-team/