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WWSU, RIA invite community to attend talk by Dr. Nina Kraus

Dr. Nina Kraus will discuss her research demonstrating how the sound people interact with impacts their brains throughout their lifespan with a particular focus on how it impacts them as they age. This event is co-sponsored by the Women of Wichita State University and the Regional Institute on Aging, and it will begin at 4 p.m. Feb. 23 in 107 McKinley Hall, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/31/wwsu-ria-invite-community-to-attend-a-talk-by-dr-nina-kraus/

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Club Nova invites campus community to bake sale fundraiser

Wichita State’s astronomy club, Club Nova, is holding a bake sale to fundraise for the semester. The sale will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Each bag of sugar cookies cost $3.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/15/club-nova-holds-bake-sale-fundraiser/

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KMUW invites community to join June Engage ICT discussion on future of water in Kansas

KMUW will discuss “Running Dry: The future of water in Kansas” during June’s Engage ICT at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 13. To submit a question about the Ogallala Aquifer, Cheney Reservoir or the Wichita city water facilities, email info@kmuw.org or comment on the Facebook video. Stream the conversation on the Engage ICT homepage or on KMUW’s Facebook page.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/26/community-invited-to-join-june-engage-ict-discussion-on-future-of-water-in-kansas/

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Future teachers will speak to Shocker community about incorporating diversity

Wichita State students in 402U, “Instructional Strategies, Assessment and Management: Literacy Instruction for Upper Elementary,” instructed by Dr. Sun Young Lee, will showcase their research on how to integrate diversity through children’s literature in elementary classrooms from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, May 1 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center. Learn about how…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/28/future-teachers-will-speak-to-shocker-community-about-incorporating-diversity/

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Campus community invited to Trademark Basics Boot Camp

Eager to grasp the intricacies of trademarks? Join the Trademark Basics Boot Camp series delving into the essentials of kickstarting the trademark process, application procedures and so much more. Attendees gain valuable insights to safeguard their brands and brand identities. The sessions will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesdays from July 11 to Aug. 29. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/13/campus-community-invited-to-trademark-basics-boot-camp/

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AHINSA Invites community to Holi party

Join AHINSA for a colorful celebration of Holi starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 15 in front of Hubbard Hall. The party will be a vibrant and lively affair, filled with music, games, refreshments and plenty of colors. Entry to the party is just $5, and attendees will get to experience the joy and energy of the beloved Indian festival in the company of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/12/ahinsa-invites-community-to-holi-party-3/

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Campus community invited to Path to a Patent series

Ready to bring ideas to life with a patent? Join the Path to a Patent series covering the essentials of intellectual property, patent searching and the step-by-step process of drafting and submitting a patent application. The sessions will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursdays from July 13 to Sept. 7. The topics that will be covered in the sessions: IP basics…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/13/campus-community-invited-to-path-to-a-patent-series/

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WSU researcher advocates for a community approach to stop bullying

…a victim of bullying, according to a study done by one Wichita State researcher. “To prevent school bullying and cyberbullying, teachers, parents, siblings, peers, neighbors, community, job status, religion and school policy must be involved in the prevention program,” said Dr. Jeoung Min Lee, assistant professor in Wichita State University’s School of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/09/wsu-researcher-advocates-for-a-community-approach-to-stop-bullying/

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WSU community invited to participate in 2022 Common Read discussion

…Bronx projects and his path to opening an elite restaurant in Washington D.C. His path is fraught with painful lessons we can all learn from. This event is open to the WSU community. Registration is not required but registered attendees will receive an email reminder.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/29/wsu-community-invited-to-participate-in-2022-common-read-discussion/

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Serve your community and earn money with AmeriCorps

…include a variety of tasks and students can earn a stipend and qualify for an $2,000 WSU scholarship. The service positions include teaching children to read, helping with local community gardens, assisting with a variety of office tasks, coordinating volunteers, writing grants for nonprofits, and various other tasks. To view current openings, visit the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/20/serve-your-community-and-earn-money-with-americorps/

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Preventing Suicide in Our Community: A workshop for influencers of public opinion

…Training from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Advanced Learning Library located in downtown Wichita. This event is free and open to the public, but the training is geared toward community leaders and media influencers. Sedgwick County Commissioner Sarah Lopez, City Councilwoman Maggie Ballard and Ascension Via Christi President Robyn Chadwick will speak…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/06/preventing-suicide-in-our-community-a-workshop-for-influencers-of-public-opinion/

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CAS community partnership makes wishes come true

…ISLE donating their time to purchase, wrap and deliver the gifts to Starkey. “This outreach project has meant a lot to us. It helps show students that being part of your community outside of your classroom is part of being a good teacher and citizen,” Stone said. “Often, students have gone in to volunteer at the Christmas and spring parties where they…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/14/cas-community-partnership-makes-wishes-come-true/

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Free membership at GoCreate for WSU students fosters creative campus community

Further expanding its presence as a diverse creative workspace at Wichita State University, GoCreate, a Koch collaborative, recently began offering free memberships to Wichita State students. GoCreate is part of WSU’s Innovation Campus. The 18,000-square-foot makerspace is filled with a variety of machines and tools including laser-cutters, water jets, a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/25/free-membership-at-gocreate-for-wsu-students-fosters-creative-campus-community/

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Volunteer to earn community service hours

Are you looking for volunteer opportunities? Do you want to help a fellow Shocker? The Office of Disability Services is in need of note-takers for students who have disabilities that make it difficult to take notes. At the end of the semester, the Office of Disability Services will provide volunteering students with a letter of commendation and a letter of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/31/volunteer-to-earn-community-service-hours/

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Shocker Community invited to HPSeries-Mental Health and Human Performance

Wichita State’s Department of Human Performance Studies will host another HPSeries-Mental Health and Human Performance at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20 at Lindquist Hall (Room 100) or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 95722177028 Passcode: 072032). Featured guests include Dr. Briana Ward, WSU Athlete Mental Health coordinator, Dr. Jessica Grossnicklaus, WSU Outreach…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/15/shocker-community-invited-to-hpseries-mental-health-and-human-performance/

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Shocker community invited to converse in Spanish

Wichita State’s Modern Language Department will host informal Spanish conversation sessions 1-2 p.m. every Thursday via Zoom. These sessions are open to anyone connected with Wichita State who wishes to speak Spanish at any level in a non-judgmental, relaxed environment. To join the group, please contact julie.henderson@wichita.edu for the Zoom link.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/13/virtual-spanish-lessons-available-to-shocker-community/

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WSU community celebrates grand opening of Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall

The WSU Foundation welcomed faculty, staff and donors to the grand opening celebration of Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall, the first new academic building on WSU’s campus in more than 25 years. The celebration of the $60 million, 125,000-square-foot building featured special remarks from WSU President Rick Muma, WSU Foundation President Elizabeth King, Barton…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/03/wsu-community-celebrates-grand-opening-of-wayne-and-kay-woolsey-hall/

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WSU invites community to participate in nationwide street food festival

Wichita State University will participate in Festi-Ful — one of the nation’s largest street food festivals, taking place across 300 U.S. colleges and universities — 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24 at 2020 Perimeter Road by Shocker Hall on the WSU campus. Festi-Ful is the first signature event from Chartwells’ Joy-Ful program, a year-long campaign aimed at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/23/wsu-invites-community-to-participate-in-nationwide-street-food-festival/

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Earn community service hours with Shocker Neighborhood

Students are invited to help Shocker neighbors with a Shocker Neighborhood clean-up will take place Saturdays during the fall 2022 semester. Upon registering, volunteers will receive an email the week before the event letting them know what neighborhood and time they are assigned to. All volunteer locations will be within proximity to the Wichita State…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/11/earn-community-service-hours-with-shocker-neighborhood/

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Campus community invited to press conference introducing new Athletic Director Kevin Saal

Faculty and staff are invited to attend a press conference introducing incoming Athletic Director Kevin Saal at 1 p.m. today in the Charles Koch Arena atrium. Saal, along with President Rick Muma, will speak to the audience during the event. Because space is limited, the event will also be livestreamed.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/17/campus-community-invited-to-event-introducing-new-athletic-director-kevin-saal/