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ODI honored with third WBJ award

…the Wichita Business Journal. This event recognized the accomplishments of Wichita-area businesses, individuals and nonprofits as they strive to reflect the rich tapestry in our community. The honorees selected demonstrate respect or inclusive treatment for others, advocacy for underrepresented groups and commitment to the advancement of cultural diversity…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/17/odi-honored-with-third-wbj-award/

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Balancing Service and Sacrifice: Daniela Earns Her Nursing Degree With Remarkable Grit

…State’s program allowed me to keep moving forward without putting my life on hold… It felt like a perfect fit,” she said. “Between my family, my military community, and the legacy at WSU, I had a great team behind me.” Now, with her BSN officially in hand, Daniela is looking toward a bright horizon. The degree has completely shifted her focus toward…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/cap_gown_stories/daniela-grad26-story.php

Jobs at WSU

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice - Corrections

…deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-criminal-justice-corrections-wichita-kansas-united-states

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PA Preceptor Spotlights

… working at Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington, KS and The University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend Campus. He obtained his associates degree from Cloud County Community College, where he played basketball. He then went to Washington University St. Louis for his Bachelor of Science, also while playing basketball. He attended The University of Kansas …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/pa/preceptor-spotlights.php

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Rachael Goodman-Williams uses scholarship as activism

…evidence in a case.” The Office of Violence Against Women, a subagency of the Department of Justice, recognized the importance of the project. It granted her and her community partner, Dr. Jessica Volz of the Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center in Maryland, $411,000 for the next three years. She also received a subaward of $70,000 from RTI…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fairmount_news/RGW_feature.php

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ADCI Alumni

…My preferred method of artmaking is clay. Tell us a bit about your creative career since graduation. What are you up to now? Since graduation, I have stayed active in the art community through participation in gallery shows, online sales and various art festivals such as Smoky Hills River Festival, Bradley Fair Autumn and Art, and Mulvane Art fair. In…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/adci/alumni/emily_chamberlain.php

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NIAR WERX announces MRO program expansion with Erickson Precision Ventures | Wichita State News

…WERX. “The unprecedented demand for the Airbus and Boeing products is a testament to the investment and teamwork needed to create industry leading products for our community and our customers, said Precision President Gary Warner. “Precision works with facilities around the globe to satisfy this demand, and NIAR WERX represents a truly unique addition to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/05-may/MRO_4.php

WSU Foundation

Shocker alumna passes on the Miss Kansas crown

…Not the Only Vision. “Earning the crown was never merely a goal but a catalyst for personal growth,” says Wages, who before taking up the mantle of Miss Kansas served as community outreach manager at Wichita-based Envision, a nonprofit that provides vision rehabilitation services. “As a nonprofit advocate, choreographer, community servant and newly published…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-alumna-passes-on-the-miss-kansas-crown/

WSU Newsletters

Former nursing faculty member, Susan Parsons, passes away

…from the inception of the Accelerated BSN program. She also supervised nursing students in practicum settings at Wesley and Ascension Via Christi. Susan was also passionate about community service, volunteering her time and expertise at events such as the annual Point-in-Time Homeless event and at La Familia Senior and Community Center. A memorial service …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/15/former-nursing-faculty-member-susan-parsons-passes-away/

WSU Newsletters

Expanding Title IX and campus safety education

WSU community, This summer we are preparing for a new fall semester – one for which we are excited for positive and exciting changes and growth. One area of growth and change that we are pleased to share is being led by Wichita State University’s Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance (OIEC). Beginning in the fall, OIEC will be working on a number of …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/27/expanding-title-ix-and-campus-safety-education/

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Volume26Journal20-21

…State University McNair Scholars Program 1845 Fairmount Wichita, Kansas 67260-0199 Administration Interim President: Dr. Andy Tompkins Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement: Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle Associate Vice President for Special Programs: Deltha Q. Colvin From the Director It is with honor that I present Volume 26 of the …

https://www.wichita.edu/_archive/services/mcnair/Journals/Volume26Journal20-21.pdf

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Successful Grantwriting 101

… Grantwriting 101 Badges The Successful Grantwriting badges are flexible, self-paced online learning opportunities designed for nonprofit professionals, educators, administrators, community leaders, and anyone interested in securing grant funding. These courses provide both the practical skills and strategic knowledge needed to research funding…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/wpce/Badges/grantwriting-badge.php

WSU Newsletters

President Muma launches Rick Rewards with surprise visit to SHS, CAPS

…Rewards presentation on Monday, Dec. 13. Rick Rewards is a new program by President Rick Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of a member, or members, of the campus community. The Student Wellness Center was selected as the first recipient because of its staff’s dedication to the mental and physical health of WSU students and the community…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/13/president-muma-launches-rick-rewards-with-surprise-visit-to-shs-caps/

Jobs at WSU

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

…deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-criminal-justice-homeland-security-wichita-kansas-united-states

Badges

Direct Support Professional: Certificate of Advanced Proficiency Part I

…discusses the importance of advocacy and participant empowerment. In this course, students learn how to promote self-determination and the importance of networking and promoting community service. This course includes 15 hours of classroom instruction (1-credit hour) of the required 60 hours of classroom instruction for the certificate of advanced…

https://badges.wichita.edu/badge/direct-support-professional-certificate-of-advanced-proficiency-part-i/

WSU Newsletters

Student Ambassador Society requesting nominations

…will be accepted by 11:59 p.m. Jan. 31. SAS is supported by the Office of Admissions and provides support and outreach to prospective students with Shocker spirit. SAS is a community of selfless, hardworking and involved students from all areas of our campus who seek to give back to our university through service to others. The SAS nomination…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/13/student-ambassador-society-requesting-nominations/

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Liberal high school senior wins Wichita State University's Linwood Sexton Scholarship | Wichita State News

…bowl, and is a constant champion for his classmates to do their best within their academics. Not only does Eduardo strive to help those within his school, but also within his community through Teen Court, a program aimed at helping to rehabilitate troubled teens. His passion for helping others has ultimately driven him to study education in college. The…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2020/02-feb/sexton_winner_2020_2.php

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Heather Hill

Heather Hill was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas. After relocating to Liberal, Kansas, with her husband in 1993, Heather began attending Seward County Community College in 1994. Following a brief break to welcome the birth of their daughter, she returned to her studies and earned her Associate's degree in 1997. In 1998, Heather, her husband, and their…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fine_arts/office_of_the_dean/Hill-Heather.php

WSU Newsletters

‘What the Eyes Don’t See’ book discussion at University Libraries

… by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, and it is the WSU Common Read selection for the current school year. The book describes the Flint water crisis and its ramifications to the local community, health care providers and whistleblowers. The event is open to the Wichita State community. Registration is not required, but registered attendees will receive an email…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/16/what-the-eyes-dont-see-book-discussion-at-university-libraries/

WSU Newsletters

Molecular Diagnostics Lab temporarily halting public COVID test collection today due to extreme cold

…collection will be closed for drive-thru specimen collection today, Jan. 6, reopening specimen collection from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7. MDL will remain open for Community Collection Partner specimen drop-offs both days, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. All tests results will come back in 24 hours. The decision was made in order to protect the safety of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/06/molecular-diagnostics-lab-temporarily-halting-public-covid-test-collection-today-due-to-extreme-cold/