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Mindful meditation group hosted every Tuesday through July 28

Faculty and staff are invited to join a weekly mindful meditation group hosted by Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Human Resources and Staff Senate. Through guided meditation, mindful breathing and moments of quiet reflection, participants can reduce stress, improve focus and cultivate a greater sense of balance and well-being. No prior…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/07/20/mindful-meditation-group-hosted-every-tuesday-through-july-28-2/

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Professional development opportunities available through the Kansas Leadership Center

Staff Senate and Human Resources are excited to continue offering faculty and staff professional development opportunities made possible through grants they wrote and were awarded by the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC). Faculty and staff who’ve taken advantage of this opportunity share about the impact it has on their growth and success, like Gina Riggs,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/07/30/professional-development-opportunities-available-through-the-kansas-leadership-center-3/

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20230117Minutes

University Staff Senate January 17, 2023 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | ZOOM Senators in Attendance: Denise Gimlin, Amy Belden, Ali Levine, Sara Rue, Amy McClintock, Jennifer Nicholson, Gabriel Fonseca, Stacy Salters, Pamela O’Neal, Katie Austin, Jessica Pierpoint, Rachel Tuck, Naquela Pack, Marissa Kouns, Erin Shields, Teresa Moore, Alysa Janner, Kennedy Rogers, Jason …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/staffsenate/_documents/20230117Minutes.docx

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Non-tenure track invited to NTT Faculty Forum Sept. 30

The Faculty Senate Executive Committee is hosting an NTT Forum in-person (no remote option will be available) from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30 in 211 Hubbard Hall. Faculty Senate invites all non-tenure track (NTT) faculty members to join and share their thoughts regarding issues that affect NTT faculty. The Executive Committee will briefly summarize the …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/20/non-tenure-track-invited-to-ntt-faculty-forum-sept-30/

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Mindful meditation group hosted every Tuesday through July 28

Faculty and staff are invited to join a weekly mindful meditation group hosted by Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Human Resources and Staff Senate. Through guided meditation, mindful breathing and moments of quiet reflection, participants can reduce stress, improve focus and cultivate a greater sense of balance and well-being. No prior…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/02/mindful-meditation-group-hosted-every-tuesday-through-july-28/

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20210921Minutes

University Staff Senate September 21, 2021 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | RSC 142/Zoom Call to Order + Wins, News, Shoutouts Senators: Gabriel Fonseca, Kayla Jasso, Denise Gimlin, Kennedy Rogers, Angela Linder, Randy Sessions, Trish Gandu, Ellen Abby, Krissy Archambeau, Amy Belden, Naquela Pack, Rachel Tuck, Erin Shields, Jason Bosch, Katie Austin, Carrie Henderson, Ali…

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General faculty meeting to be held April 29

…at the general faculty meeting from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 29 in 110 Woolsey Hall. The agenda for the meeting and items for faculty vote can be found on the Faculty Senate webpage. This meeting will be in-person only. Direct questions to Jolynn Dowling, president of the Faculty Senate, at jolynn.dowling@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/18/general-faculty-meeting-to-be-held-april-29/

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20240917Minutes

University Staff Senate September 17, 2024 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | RSC 142 – Harvest Room Senators in Attendance: Archambeau, Krissy Bergkamp, Monica Brooking, Wendy Brown, Anne Marie Brown, Zachary Coffey, Aaron Duffy, Kevin Fonseca, Gabriel Houston, Matthew Johnson, Nathaniel Leonard, Christopher Linder, Angela Lockhart, Courtney Ludlow, Daniel …

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StaffSenateAgenda03212023

University Staff Senate March 21, 2023 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | RSC 265 Call to Order Minutes approval process – Electronic Committee Reports/Updates – Submitted in Advance New business Barton Speaker – Cody Keenan, speechwriter for Barack Obama Senate Elections Professional Development and Service updates WSU Masterplan – Campus Engagement Parking Committee…

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StaffSenateAgenda10182022

University Staff Senate October 18, 2022 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | 233 Rhatigan Student Center Call to Order Minutes approval process – Electronic Committee Reports/Updates – Submitted in Advance New business Kevin Saal, Athletic Director Carrie Wyatt, new At-Large senator Stock the Shocker Support Locker Challenge – Outcome Brush Up Shocker Neighborhood –…

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StaffSenateAgenda07152025

University Staff Senate July 15, 2025 | 2:00pm-4:30pm | RSC 262 – Herrman Room Call to Order Approval of Minutes – Electronic Guest Presenter Dr. Monica Lounsbery Discussion and New Business Installation of Executive Committee Officers and New Senators Senate Priorities for 2025-2026 Staff Senate Teams Senate Committees Old Business HR Orientation Sign Up…

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Shocker Pride Celebration

…and the Wayne Carlisle Distinguished Service Award. Current Honorees Past Honorees The Awards President's Distinguished Service Award Each year the University Support Staff Senate, Faculty Senate and Unclassified Professional Senate complete a call for nominations among their constituents. Members of each senate award committee select three individuals …

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President Mitchell Adamson Formally Resigns, Speaker John Kirk to be Sworn in as President

…I would be proud of. I wish the student government at Wichita State the best.” With Senator Kian Williams withdrawing his nomination before facing confirmation before the Senate as Vice President prior to the resignation, the line of succession has been triggered, and Speaker of the Senate John Kirk has ascended to the position of Student Body President. …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/sga/SGA_News/news/new-story_2023_presidentialresignationadamson.pcf.php

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Apply to become a Student Government Association senator

The Student Government Association’s legislative branch consists of the Student Senate, which establishes policies through legislation and annually allocates more than $11.5 million in student fees. Senators represent specified portions of the Student Body, including each academic college and demographics, such as veterans, out-of-state students, and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/apply-to-become-a-student-government-association-senator/

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20221018Minutes

University Staff Senate October 18, 2022 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | 233 Rhatigan Student Center Attendance: Jason Bosch, Erin Shields, Marissa Kouns, Kendra Nguyen, Ali Levine, Anne Marie Brown, Carrie Henderson, Carrie Wyatt, Cheryl Miller, JaNeshia Wilson, Jessica Pierpoint, Lisa Clancy, Matt Houston, Sara Rue, Teresa Moore Not in Attendance: Denise Gimlin, Amy…

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20231017Minutes

University Staff Senate October 17, 2023 | 3:30pm-5:00pm | RSC 142 Harvest Room Senators in Attendance: Courtney Lockhart, Emily Martin, Jennifer Nicholson, Kennedy Rogers, Amy Belden, Angela Linder, Anne Marie Brown, Carrie Wyatt, Denise Gimlin, Erin Shields, JaNeshia Wilson, Jessica Pierpoint, Johny Buchanan-Spachek, Kendra Nguyen, Krissy Archambeau,…

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Professional development opportunities available through the Kansas Leadership Center

Staff Senate and Human Resources are excited to continue offering faculty and staff professional development opportunities made possible through grants they wrote and were awarded by the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC). Faculty and staff who’ve taken advantage of this opportunity share about the impact it has on their growth and success, like Dr. Bobby Berry,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/15/professional-development-opportunities-available-through-the-kansas-leadership-center-2/

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Save the date for faculty Ombuds training

The Faculty Senate has invited Donna Louden, a principal instructor with the International Ombudsman Association, to provide introductory Ombuds training for faculty or staff members who are interested in participating this spring. Participants are under no obligation to serve as formal ombudspersons on campus. The sessions will be from noon to 4 p.m. on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/10/save-the-date-for-faculty-ombuds-training/

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Faculty vs. Staff: Stock the Shocker Support Locker update

The Faculty and Staff Senate would like to thank Wichita State employees for the monetary and food donations made during the Stock the Shocker Support Locker Challenge in September and October. Congratulations to WSU staff for leading the competition this year! There was a 25% increase in food donations this year. A total of 439 items were donated and $945…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/17/faculty-vs-staff-stock-the-shocker-support-locker-update/

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Retirement celebration for Angie Linder to be held March 31

… after more than 25 years of exceptional service in the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at WSU. Angie’s commitment to students and her 20 years of leadership in the Staff Senate have left a lasting impact on the campus community. Honor her achievements and contributions at a come‑and‑go reception from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 in 142 Rhatigan…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/11/retirement-celebration-for-angie-linder-to-be-held-march-31/