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Social work faculty publishes article on how humor can disrupt ableism

Dr. Mia Ocean, associate professor in the School of Social Work in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has recently published the article “The potential of humor to joyously dismantle ableism+: Considerations for social workers” in a special issue on disability justice of the Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare. Within the article, Dr.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/10/social-work-faculty-publishes-article-on-how-humor-can-disrupt-ableism/

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Philosophy professor argues against generalist, particularist distinction

Dr. Scott Hill, assistant teaching professor in the Department of Philosophy of Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, recently published his article “Where Are the Generalists?” in the journal, Social Epistemology Review and Reply Collective. Dr. Hill argues in favor of the paper “Why We Should Stop Talking about Generalism and Particularism:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/14/philosophy-professor-argues-against-generalist-particularist-distinction/

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Ulrich Museum executive joins Widener Global Leaders Program Advisory Board

…Vivian Zavataro, executive and creative director of the Ulrich Museum of Art, has joined its advisory board. The WGLP is led by the Barton School of Business in collaboration with Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Fine Arts, for students majoring in business, communication and fine arts. It is an interdisciplinary program…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/18/ulrich-museum-executive-joins-widener-global-leaders-program-advisory-board/

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Philosophy faculty will present work at University of Neuchâtel

Dr. Scott Hill, assistant teaching professor in the Department of Philosophy in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, will present his paper, “Against Strawsonian Motivations for AI Explainability,” to the University of Neuchâtel in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, Oct. 1. Abstract: “Consider The Explainability Thesis according to which the use of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/30/philosophy-faculty-will-present-work-at-university-of-neuchatel/

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Kiah Duggins, 1994-2025

… our community and friends that Kiah Duggins was aboard American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita to Washington, D.C. Kiah was a proud alumna of the Barton School of Business and Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, graduating in the spring of 2017 with degrees in international business, economics and Spanish. A recipient of the prestigious Clay …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/31/kiah-duggins-1994-2025/

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Departments, student groups welcome students to campus with Welcomefest events

…takes place Tuesday, Jan. 16 through Saturday, Feb. 3 and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Winter Wonderland, Fairmount Formal, Involvement Fair and much more. Hosted by various student groups and campus departments, most events are open at no additional charge and give all students a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/16/departments-student-groups-welcome-students-to-campus-with-welcomefest-events/

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Sociology professor co-authors research on parental assessment of schools

Dr. Chase Billingham, associate professor and graduate program coordinator in the Department of Sociology in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and co-authors utilized original data collected with a survey funded by a WSU URCA grant to examine factors influencing parental assessment of schools in a research article recently published in AERA…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/10/sociology-professor-co-authors-research-on-parental-assessment-of-schools/

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Meet a Shocker: Nicolas Olmedo

Nicolas Olmedo studied economics in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and will start work at Textron Aviation in January in the sales development program. Nicolas is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/meet-a-shockers-nicolas-olmedo/

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Learn more about legal careers at panel April 16

In a co-sponsored event by the Department of Political Science, Fairmount College Student Advisory Council and Pi Sigma Alpha; join a panel at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 in 113 Lindquist Hall for a legal careers panel featuring political science alumni working in the areas of IT/IP law, immigration law, personal injury law and healthcare law.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/05/learn-more-about-legal-careers-at-panel-april-16/

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2022 Crime Log

…filed a report 22-093312/18/202206:18 AM12/18/202206:18 AMOutside Assist 3400 E 17th St NWSUPD assisted WPD with a vehicle that was stopped in the roadway and 17th and FairmountOfficer filed a report 22-093212/17/202203:18 PM12/17/202203:18 PMInformation2060 N Mid Campus DrWSUPD responded to a blue light activationOfficer filed a report…

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Eligible students will soon be awarded associate degrees on the road to their bachelor’s degrees

…while they pursue their bachelor’s degree. The degree is awarded to celebrate their achievement of making it halfway to their bachelor’s. The AA degree exists under the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Students can contact the Registrar’s Office at 316-978-3055 for further information about the process.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/01/eligible-students-will-soon-be-awarded-associate-degrees-on-the-road-to-their-bachelors-degrees/

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Upcoming closure on WuShock Drive

Due to Tornado Alley Press’ Steamroller Event Friday, Oct. 27, a portion of Wushock Drive, between Fairmount Street and N. Isley Lane, will be closed shortly before 3 p.m. and will open back up around 7 p.m.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/20/upcoming-closure-on-wushock-drive/

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Widener Global Leaders Program adds Barbara Shrut to its industry advisory board

…of SLB Advisors, will be joining its illustrious advisory board. The WGLP program is led by the Barton School of Business and directed by Dean Larisa Genin in collaboration with Fairmount College and the College of Fine Arts. It is an interdisciplinary program designed to create a transformational experience and foster an inclusive community for women…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/05/widener-global-leaders-program-adds-barbara-shrut-to-its-industry-advisory-board/

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Staff members recognized for fundraising excellence

…Chapter recognized two WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement staff members at the recent AFP National Philanthropy Day luncheon. Alyssa Scott, director of development for the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, was recognized as the Outstanding New Professional, demonstrating leadership skills comparable to those with much more experience.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/10/staff-members-recognized-for-fundraising-excellence/

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Watch highlights from 2023 Clash of the Colleges

The eighth annual Clash of the Colleges competition to see which academic college reigns supreme for the 2023-24 academic year concluded Aug. 25, and the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences was crowned champion for the first time. The College of Engineering was the winner of the Spirit Award this year. Clash of the Colleges is held during the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/31/watch-highlights-from-2023-clash-of-the-colleges/

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Watkins Visiting Professor to discuss mitochondria and disease

Vamsi Mootha, M.D., professor of systems biology and medicine at Harvard Medical School, is the second featured speaker in the Watkins Visiting Professor series. Join Fairmount College for his public seminar, “Mitochondria and oxygen: from evolutionary origins to human disease,” at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 in 208 Hubbard Hall. His separate scientific…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/19/watkins-visiting-professor-to-discuss-mitochondria-and-disease/

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Watkins Visiting Professor to discuss quantum technologies

…D. Fuchs, professor of applied and engineering physics at Cornell University, kicks off the Watkins Visiting Professors schedule with scheduled talks on quantum technologies. Join Fairmount College for his public seminar, “Can we control the quantum state of a magnet?” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3 in 231 Hubbard Hall. His technical seminar, “Imaging the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/watkins-visiting-professor-to-discuss-quantum-technologies/

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Environmental Finance Center, Heartland Environmental Justice Center looking to add to its team

The Environmental Finance Center (EFC) in the Hugo Wall School of Fairmount College is growing. It is excited to have launched the Heartland Environmental Justice Center recently and continue to serve communities in the Midwest and across the nation with capacity building for environmental finance. The EFC is currently seeking an administrative specialist…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/25/environmental-finance-center-heartland-environmental-justice-center-looking-to-add-to-its-team/

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WSU Widener Global Leaders Program initiates third year with largest class ever

The Widener Global Leaders Program (WGLP), led by the Barton School of Business in collaboration with the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Fine Arts, is pleased to announce the selection of 12 exceptional students for its 2023-24 cohort. This transformational interdisciplinary initiative is specifically tailored to nurture…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/12/wsu-widener-global-leaders-program-initiates-third-year-with-largest-class-ever/

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Explore WSU history with campus audio tour

…on a campus audio tour as she discusses Wichita State’s rich history. The seven-stop tour starts at the Ulrich Museum of Art and ends at the Carnegie Columns at 17th and Fairmount.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/13/explore-wsu-history-with-campus-audio-tour/