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Alan Held

Alan Held, Ann and Dennis Ross Faculty of Distinction in Opera in the School of Music, was recognized with the 2026 Kansas Governor’s Arts Award from the Kansas Arts Commission. This honor recognizes Held’s profound impact on the state’s cultural vitality. After a storied career performing over 80 major roles at the world’s premier venues — including the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/12/alan-held/

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Masters concludes collegiate career with sixth All-American accolade

One of the best track and field athletes in Wichita State history wrapped up her collegiate career, claiming her sixth All-American award June 14 at the NCAA Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field. Destiny Masters, a senior from El Dorado, Kansas, placed 10th in the heptathlon with 5,763 points, good for Second Team All-America status. She became the first…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/17/masters-concludes-collegiate-career-with-sixth-all-american-accolade/

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Reception2015

AET Reception 2015 Steering Committee - Ed Sawan, Arthur Youngman, Linda Bakken, Elmer Hoyer, John Belt, Marvis Lary, Peter Zoller Award Recipients - Walter Horn, Sylvia Coats, William Woods, Randolph Ellsworth (not pictured, Don Nance) Gina Brown, AET Teaching Award recipient, visits with Ed Sawan.

https://www.wichita.edu/faculty/aet/Reception2015.php

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PA Preceptor Spotlights

…who has been praised by past PA students for his ability to help them grow in their profession, is the recipient of the AAPA/PAEA Preceptor of the Year Award. Growing up in a small town of 1,800 people in Western Kansas, Day fell into the medical field at age 16 when he became an aide for a local hospital. He took the job simply because he needed one and…

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

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Wichita State awards $80K Smith Scholarship to Valley Center and Nebraska students

Wichita State University has selected two recipients for the Richard D. Smith Scholarship, the university’s largest scholarship award. Sallie Longwell of Valley Center, Kansas, and Caroline Love of Norfolk, Nebraska, will receive more than $80,000 over four years. The 2026 recipients of the Smith Scholarship have been active in their schools and communities.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/07/wichita-state-awards-80k-smith-scholarship-to-valley-center-and-nebraska-students/

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Celebrate those making a difference in WSU’s APIDA Community

…of our campus community who has made a meaningful impact on the Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) community at Wichita State and beyond? The Lotus of Progress Award Series is a chance to recognize their leadership and advocacy. This award honors individuals and organizations who uplift and inspire through their contributions — whether by…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/20/celebrate-those-making-a-difference-in-wsus-apida-community/

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Your impact matters: Be a student judge at SNVC

… — and you can still be part of the excitement. Organizers are inviting students to take an active role in the competition by serving as student judges for the People’s Choice Award. As a student judge, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with innovative student ventures, vote for your favorite startup and help determine who takes home the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/08/your-impact-matters-be-a-student-judge-at-snvc/

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Encourage students to particpate in URCAF

…your students. Abstracts are due April 8. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 24, concurrent with the Graduate Research and Scholarly Project (GRASP), with separate award categories for undergraduate participants. Students may present posters, give oral presentations or showcase creative work and performances. Participants are eligible to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/31/encourage-students-to-particpate-in-urcaf/

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IEP Community

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https://www.wichita.edu/research/APLU_IEP/iepcommunity.php

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Learn more about effective teaching methods

Join the Graduate School for a special session with award-winning faculty members from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room. Gain valuable tips from experienced professionals that will help you enhance your teaching skills and classroom effectiveness. Lunch is provided, but you must RSVP.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/20/learn-more-about-effective-teaching-methods/

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Spring 2024 Commencement Program

…in both their cumulative and WSU grade point averages. Students with grade point averages of 3.90 out of a possible 4.00 receive the summa cum laude award; those with averages of 3.550 to 3.899 receive the magna cum laude; and those with averages of 3.250 to 3.549 receive the cum laude. Candidates for degrees and for university honors for Spring…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/commencement/spring-24-program.php

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Order end-of-year awards from RSC Engraving

RSC Engraving is ready to assist with all your award needs for the end of the 2025-26 academic year. Even if you are not sure who your winners are, the team can assist with getting your awards selected, in stock and ready to personalize as winners are announced. Production times average one to two weeks during the end-of-year rush, so it’s suggested to start…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/03/order-end-of-year-awards-from-rsc-engraving/

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July 2024

JULY 2024 07/24/2024 09:53:44 AM Monthly Office of Research Newsletter Awards Funding Opportunities Education/Training Announcements Congratulations to those who received awards in June! The tentative numbers for WSU researchers under Academic Affairs for FY2024 are $85,630,496 in submitted proposals and $87,394,476 in awards received. A special…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2024-07-Newsletter.php

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F&A RATE AGREEMENT GENERAL INFO AND FAQ

… proposal include the following: The new rate agreement includes a separate Organized Research rate for the Division of Industry and Defense Programs (DIDP). Previously, those awards would have been included in the University’s overall Organized Research rate. The new rate agreement includes an Uncapped DoD Contract rate for DIDP. This rate will only be…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/Basic/general_FAQ_agreement.php

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URCA proposals due by April 3 to the Office of Research

Proposals are due to the Office of Research for University Research/Creative Award (URCA) projects no later than 5 p.m. April 3. The URCA opportunity provides funding of up to $4,500 for faculty to retool or reestablish productive research/creative projects or as seed money to develop pilot data where external funding is available. Proposers must work with a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/19/urca-proposals-due-by-april-3-to-the-office-of-research/

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Wichita State recognized by Anthology as a 2024 Catalyst awardee

Wichita State’s Office of Instructional Resources was a winner of the Anthology’s 2024 Catalyst Award for Training and Professional Development. The award recognizes those driving innovation and excellence within higher education, and WSU was specifically celebrated for displaying an organization-wide dedication to innovative training and development…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/08/wichita-state-recognized-by-anthology-as-a-2024-catalyst-awardee/

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Current Shocker Pride Honorees

2026 Shocker Pride honorees Click on the bars below to read Q & As with this year's class of Shocker Pride honorees. President's Distinguished Service Award - Mandy Harmon Harmon President's Distinguished Service Award Mandy Harmon, Undergraduate Admissions, Academic Affairs As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?For a long time, I wanted …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/shockerpride/CurrentHonorees.php

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Promotional items and logo apparel contracts now available

The Office of Purchasing has finalized its award for the Promotional Items and Logo Apparel Contract and are welcoming back some commonly known vendors and introducing some new ones. Reference the promotional items contract posted to the Purchasing Contracts Award page for additional information.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/05/purchasing-office-has-finalized-contract-for-purchasing-promotional-items-logo-apparel/

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Mike Kennedy named Kansas Sportscaster of the Year

Longtime Wichita State broadcaster Mike Kennedy has been honored with the National Sports Media Association Kansas Sportscaster of the Year award. Kennedy, the legendary play-by-play Voice of the Shockers, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, marking the close of a historic 46-year broadcasting career with the program.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/06/mike-kennedy-named-kansas-sportscaster-of-the-year/

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Ulrich billboard project recognized by Arts Council

An Ulrich Museum of Art public art project created at the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic has been honored with a Special Project-Group Award by The Arts Council. The Ulrich was named among 12 outstanding local individuals, cultural organizations and businesses that were recognized for their roles in furthering the growth and development of arts in Wichita. …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/12/ulrich-billboard-project-recognized-by-wichitas-the-arts-council/