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GEOG - Geography

…numbered 800 to 999 = graduate. GEOG 510. World Geography (3). A study of world regions including an analysis of each region's physical, political, economic, historical and cultural geography. Focus on a specific geographical problem for in-depth study and analysis. May not be taken if credit has been received for GEOG 210. Prerequisite(s):…

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Barton School of Business launches immersive executive education programs

…of Unstoppable Cultures as well as the former senior vice president of culture and communication at Southwest Airlines, who helped propel the company to cultural dominance under her tutelage. Many other cultural leaders at the top of their fields will serve as speakers and panelists for the event. “Creating a culture that can thrive in any environment is …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/03-march/executiveeducation_3.php

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September 2023

…presented by technology. NEH is particularly interested in projects that examine the role of technology in shaping current social and cultural issues.” Amount: $150,000 Funding Agency: International Center for Responsible Gambling Title: 2023 Grants Program Application Deadline: October 16, 2023 Purpose: “Research on responsible gambling and prevention…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2023-09-Newsletter.php

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Biological Anthropology

…Biological anthropology, also called physical anthropology, is the subfield of anthropology that focuses on the biological aspects of human beings, especially how they relate to cultural practices, evolution, and the environment. The subfield itself is divided into three major branches which often overlap: paleoanthropology (the study of fossil humans and …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/anthropology/biological-anthropology/index.php

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English Faculty - Jean Griffith

…Literature. Her book, The Color of Democracy in Women’s Regional Writing, was published by The University of Alabama Press in 2009. Jean is currently at work on a book-length cultural history of orphans, orphanages, and family separation titled "Imagining Orphans: Children, Poverty, and Difference in American Culture." A passionate advocate for the…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/english/deptenglish/Faculty/jean_griffith.php

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Philosophy for Everyone, By Everyone

…Highlight World Philosophy Concentration Our B.A. in Philosophy with a World Philosophy Concentration is a great credential for students who want to better understand the multi-cultural global civilization in which we live, and who expect to work and live in a complex social environment. Learn how people around the world throughout history have thought…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/philosophy/phil-for-everyone/index.php

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February 2022

…research facilities located at NASA Centers throughout the United States.” Amount: Up to $300,000 *** LIMITED *** Funding Agency: National Science Foundation Title: Cultural Transformation in the Geoscience Community (CTGC) Application Deadline: ***Limited*** Because WSU may only submit one application, Notices of Intent to apply must be sent to…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2022-02-Newsletter.php

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Vision, Mission and Values

…applied learning experiences and driving prosperity for the people and communities we serve. Mission The mission of Wichita State University is to be an essential EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL and ECONOMIC DRIVER for Kansas and the greater public good. University Values Values that underline the culture at Wichita State Academic Excellence Students, faculty, and…

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Three Things a Clinician Should Know About Working with an Interpreter

…condition before entering the exam room. The information you provide the interpreters helps them open their mental glossary for your specialty and prepare for potential cultural aspects of the visit. Remember that some patients may have cultural beliefs that can affect care. The pre-session also provides the interpreter with an opportunity to review the…

https://alcesuvoz.wichita.edu/2024/01/26/three-things-a-clinician-should-know-about-working-with-an-interpreter/

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Rie Bloomfield Organ Series

…and where the magnificent sound of the organ transcends time and space. Join us on this musical journey as we celebrate the power and beauty of the organ, enriching the cultural fabric of Wichita and beyond. Distinguished Guest Artists Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 Lynne Davis, organRobert L. Town Distinguished Professor of Organ, Wichita State…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/music/organ.php

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Dr. Rannfrid I. Lasine Thelle

…David’ as an Example,” in The Future of the Past: from Amphipolis to Mosul, New Approaches to Cultural Heritage Preservation in the Eastern Mediterranean, edited by Konstantinos Chalikias, Maggie Beeler, Ariel Pearce, Steve Renette. Archaeological Institute of America, Heritage, Conservation and Archaeology, 2016, 11–20. Online publication:…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/fairmount_college_of_liberal_arts_and_sciences/History/Thelle-Rannfrid.php

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WSU Retiree Association Executive Board

… mission of the university. To accomplish this mission, WSURA will: Provide opportunities for all WSU retirees to participate more fully in the social, intellectual, creative, and cultural life of the university; Promote formal and informal interactions among retirees and between retirees and the wider WSU community; Connect WSU retirees to opportunities to …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/retiree_association/executive_committee.php

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Wichita State Cherokee class helps students broaden their worldview | Wichita State News

…were killed, and government policies systematically banned and discouraged Native Americans from speaking their languages and practicing their cultural rituals. And Cherokee isn’t a language that a person can casually pick up. It’s rated a class IV language in its degree of difficulty, making it among the most difficult to learn. Not only is it a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/09-sept/cherokee_1.php

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Wichita State Cherokee class helps students broaden their worldview | Wichita State News

…were killed, and government policies systematically banned and discouraged Native Americans from speaking their languages and practicing their cultural rituals. And Cherokee isn’t a language that a person can casually pick up. It’s rated a class IV language in its degree of difficulty, making it among the most difficult to learn. Not only is it a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/09-sept/cherokee_1.php

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Sustainability & Innovation

Sustainability at WSU Where ideas meet action for the environmental, social, economic, and cultural sustainability of our region. Sustainability at Wichita State Minor in Sustainability Offered through the College of Innovation and Design. This interdisciplinary minor allows students to select courses from departments all across campus in pursuit of a broad,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/college-of-innovation-and-design/sustainability.php

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March 2022

…work that furthers our understanding of humanity's cultural and biological origins, development, and variation. The Foundation supports research that demonstrates a clear link to anthropological theory and debates, and promises to make a solid contribution to advancing these ideas. There is no preference for any methodology, research location, or…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2022-03-Newsletter.php

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Study Abroad Planning and Predeparture Information

…Travel Advisories US Department of State Travel Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention- Travel STEP-Smart Traveler Enrollment Program AIFS Health, Safety and General Cultural Resources Women abroad First Gen Abroad Race and Ethnicity Abroad Gender and Sexual Health Abroad Mobility, Accessibility & Disability Abroad Non-Traditional Participants …

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Courses with Competency Attributes

…Nature of Poetry ENGL 320 The Nature of Drama ENGL 323 World Literature ENGL 325 Intro to English Studies ENGL 330 Nature of Fiction ENGL 340 Shakespeare ENGL 346 American Multicultural Lit ENGL 360 Major British Writers I ENGL 361 Major British Writers II ENGL 362 Major American Writers I ENGL 363 Major American Writers II ENGL 374 Literature in the…

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CESP - Counseling, Educational and School Psychology

…(3). Applications of some major learning theories and learning principles. Prerequisite(s): CESP 728, and CLES 801 or CLES 810, or departmental consent. CESP 821. Multicultural Issues (3). Students acquire knowledge and skills that enable them to offer help to individuals in a multicultural environment. Focuses include developing a sense of the…

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Accreditation | Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, WSU

…and mathematics. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. An ability to recognize ethical and professional…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/mechanical_engineering/accreditation.php