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Federal Reserve Bank to speak on Economic Outlook April 11

…Business Advancement (CIBA), the Barton School of Business, the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) welcome the Federal Reserve Bank to Wichita to speak on the Economic Outlook. The program featuring Dr. Nicholas Sly, vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, will take place …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/25/federal-reserve-bank-to-speak-on-economic-outlook-april-11/

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Sold-out Barton School ‘Beyond’ Hall of Fame gala commemorates three inductees, raises over $800K for student success

On Saturday, Feb. 17, the Barton School of Business hosted its first-ever “Beyond” Hall of Fame gala. The event took place at the beautiful and iconic Mark Arts and inducted three members into its inaugural class: W. Frank Barton, former president of Barton Distributors and co-founder of Rent-A-Center; Clark Bastian, chairman of the board at Fidelity Bank;…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/21/__trashed-19/

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Fraud Warning – Fake grants, financial aid and UNICEF jobs

…that you cannot email them back with your @shocker account because it is part of a “reading test” or “checking your attention to detail”? Do they claim to be from a generic organization without a website, physical address, or logos/branding? Are they going to hire you without an interview? Did they claim that they know you, but then ask your name, phone…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/11/fraud-warning-fake-grants-financial-aid-and-unicef-jobs/

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Request a presentation from Student Conduct & Community Standards

Do you need Student Conduct & Community Standards (SCCS) staff to present in a classroom, at a conference, at a departmental meeting or for a program? SCCS staff are always happy to present on any of the following topics to provide more education for students, staff and faculty on campus regarding its office or policies: Overview on academic integrity…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/02/request-a-presentation-from-student-conduct-community-standards/

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Student success spotlight: Brooke Allen

…of issues and decisions they may be facing as they navigate their college experience. From the minute I meet the students I have the pleasure of working with, I make a genuine effort to build meaningful and lasting relationships with them. I strive to ensure WSU students who participate in TRIO DSS know they have someone they can go to whenever and however…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/24/student-success-spotlight-brooke-allen/

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Winter Welcome: Update regarding inclement weather

The location for the Winter Welcome has been moved to the Heskett Center due to expected inclement weather. Additional modifications have been established to ensure students, faculty and staff are able to safely enjoy the Wichita State tradition. Join the second annual Winter Welcome at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 and meet President Rick Muma and First Gentlemen …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/winter-welcome-update-regarding-inclement-weather/

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ODI hosts 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) invites you to join its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. commemoration at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31 at the Cadman Art Gallery in the Rhatigan Student Center, where it will honor the highlights and memorialize the work, accomplishments and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with keynote speaker Kyle Ellison and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/10/odi-hosts-16th-annual-martin-luther-king-jr-commemoration/

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Summer 2024 study abroad options are still available

Interested in studying abroad? Many options for summer 2024 are still available, however most deadlines will be by Feb. 1. Find the many options on the Study Abroad website for short-term/summer programs. Some programs are for specific majors/minors, to learn a language, general education classes or open to all students. Scholarships are also still available…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/08/summer-2024-study-abroad-options-are-still-available/

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Request presentation on Student Conduct & Community Standards

Need Student Conduct & Community Standards (SCCS) staff for a presentation? Its team is delighted to present on various topics to educate students, staff and faculty about its office and policies. Included topics: Academic integrity Incident report submission Specific conduct policies in Policy 8.05 / Student Code of Conduct Specific cata from SCCS Hazing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/04/request-presentation-on-student-conduct-community-standards/

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Register to attend 2024 Ad Astra Conference Jan. 26-27

The campus community is invited to join the 2024 Ad Astra Conference Jan. 26-27, 2024. The Ad Astra Conference brings first-generation students from colleges and universities across Kansas and the surrounding states together for a common experience with a desired outcome of greater persistence to graduation. The featured speaker is Dr. La’Tonya “L.T.” Rease …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/06/join-2024-ad-astra-conference-jan-26-27/

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Meet the four new faculty members elevating the Barton School

The Frank Barton School of Business has hired four new faculty members in the areas of accounting, human resource management and supply chain management who joined this fall 2023 semester. “Our new faculty members are brilliant and talented academics with a pivotal grasp on industry needs and innovative research interests,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/02/meet-the-four-new-faculty-members-elevating-the-barton-school/

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Veterans Upward Bound to host veterans appreciation event

Veterans Upward Bound would like to say thank you to all those that have served in the military for Veterans Day. It will have QuikTrip freebies from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 at a table in the Rhatigan Student Center. Those who are first generation as well as a veteran will also receive a special gift. Veterans Upward Bound look forward to seeing …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/02/veterans-upward-bound-to-host-veterans-appreciation-event/

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Barton School secures $150,000 gift for Student Experience and Success Initiatives

The Barton School of Business has received a $150,000 gift to support its Student Experience and Success Fund including its Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD). The contribution was given on behalf of Elizabeth and Edward Burns, whose charitable fund was established through their estate at the Wichita Foundation in 2013. “The Barton School…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/20/barton-school-secures-150000-gift-for-student-experience-and-success-initiatives/

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Register for Michael Tilford Conference on diversity and multiculturalism, travel support available

Registration is open for the 2023 Michael Tilford Conference, taking place Oct. 5-6 at Washburn University. The Michael Tilford Conference provides an opportunity for those in education, with community business leaders, to examine diversity in education and business by discussing challenges and opportunities: Inspire awareness of multiple dimensions of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/19/register-for-michael-tilford-conference-on-diversity-and-multiculturalism-travel-support-available/

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Sign up for an upcoming WSU reporting demo and Q&A

…Teams. Sessions are available for sign-up in myTraining and will be held at the following times: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 2:00-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 The session will be a general introduction to the system and will include the following information: Accessing WSU Reporting Locating and running reports in Team …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/17/sign-up-for-an-upcoming-wsu-reporting-demo-and-qa/

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Public Health faculty wins state award in health education

Dr. Amy Drassen Ham, clinical professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences, will receive the 2023 KPHA Virginia Lockhart Health Education Award for outstanding service in promotion of public health and environmental issues during the Kansas Public Health Annual Conference on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, in Manhattan, Kansas. Previously, she has…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/13/public-health-faculty-wins-state-award-in-health-education/

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Due today: Complete your annual appointment notices

The 2024 fiscal and academic year annual appointment notices are available online and will not be printed and distributed to departments. Thursday, Aug. 31 is the deadline to complete your notice. Please note that University Support Staff (USS) and non-benefit-eligible employees (students, lecturers and temporary employees) are not subject to the annual…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/30/due-today-complete-your-annual-appointment-notices/

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How well can you spell? Be a contestant in KMUW’s ‘You’re Spelling It Wrong’

…It Wrong” offers an entertaining opportunity for proficient spellers to show off their skills at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8 at the Wichita Brewing Co. at 6160 E. Central. Led by bee-master Fletcher Powell, host of KMUW’s “You’re Saying It Wrong” podcast. The bee will be recorded and edited to air on KMUW at a later date. Find the rules for the Spelling Bee…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/25/how-well-can-you-spell-be-a-contestant-in-kmuws-youre-spelling-it-wrong/

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Student Organizations on campus: HALO

…did you know about the numerous student organizations you can join on campus? From sports clubs to cultural and international clubs, there’s an organization for you to get involved on campus and collaborate with your peers. This week’s student organization is the Hispanic American Leadership Organization, or HALO, which strives to become a staple in the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/24/student-organizations-on-campus-halo/

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Student success spotlight: Truong ‘Max’ Duong

This week’s Student Success and Persistence highlight comes from Truong “Max” Duong. Max — a junior majoring in music education with a concentration in piano and a resident assistant at Shocker Hall — came to Wichita State from Hanoi, Vietnam after earning his Associate of Keyboard Performance from the Military University of Culture and Arts. Max is also a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/16/student-success-spotlight-truong-max-duong-2/