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WuHire updated to improve efficiency

…available in myTraining for Wuhire, with expanded system features addressed. Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we work to serve our university community. A version of this message with help images is available on the Wuhire SharePoint -> Announcements

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/06/30/wuhire-updated-to-improve-efficiency/

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Nicholas Milligan

…Work from Wichita State University. For more than 15 years, he has worked with people to help them better their lives. His experience includes diverse populations in various community settings including corrections, private practice, inpatient substance use treatment, inpatient psychiatric, and the Robert J. Dole VA in the outpatient substance use…

https://badges.wichita.edu/instructor/nicholas-milligan-2/

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Outstanding Alumni

…School of Communication faculty select a recipient as the Oustanding Alumni. The award recognizes the significant contribution made by the alumni in the field and/or in the community. 2024, Carla Eckels 2023, Kirk Seminoff 2022, Deanna Harms 2021, Matt Blythe 2020, Lacy Cruse 2019, Wendy Johnson 2018, Jeff Herndon & Lisa Teachman 2017, Lynn Kincheloe …

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/elliott/outstanding_alumni.php

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Meet David Smith

…in something that interested me, and if I am so lucky to find a job that utilized my degree, double win. What are some of your goals and how have you contributed to your community? My goal when I enrolled at WSU was to create my own college experience and I would like to think I am fairly involved in campus life, mostly through tutoring via TRIO Disability…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/peer_ambassadors/david_smith.php

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Join WSU’s Academic Convocation featuring author of ‘My Broken Language’

… 9 a.m. Academic Convocation is the official academic welcome for all first-year students. The event celebrates new Shockers’ entry into higher education and inducts them into a community of learners.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/17/join-wsus-academic-convocation-featuring-author-of-my-broken-language/

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A Positive Attitude Pays

…to a manager who gets results. Dotty Harpool, MBA is an Instructor in the Marketing Department, Director of the Barton School Advising Center and the Director of Student and Community Initiatives in the Barton School of Business at Wichita State University. cmd.wichita.edu

https://cmd.wichita.edu/a-positive-attitude-pays/

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DSP Frontline Supervisor: Recruitment and Resource Oversight

…Heather Brown As a longtime employee in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Heather's goal is to continue to educate employees, stakeholders, and the greater community about disabilities, to advance the agenda for greater knowledge, better funding, acceptance, and equal treatment.Currently, Heather works as a training and development…

https://badges.wichita.edu/badge/dsp-frontline-supervisor-recruitment-and-resource-oversight/

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Nominate an adult learner for the Adult Learner of the Year Awards

… awards ceremony on March 9. The deadline to nominate a student is Feb. 17. Every year, ALOTY recognizes an outstanding adult student at Wichita State and both a WSU partner and a community partner who support the adult learners on their journey towards a degree.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/27/nominate-an-adult-learner-for-the-adult-learner-of-the-year-awards/

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Nominate a student for the Adult Learner of the Year awards

… awards ceremony on March 9. The deadline to nominate a student is Feb. 17. Every year, ALOTY recognizes an outstanding adult student at Wichita State and both a WSU partner and a community partner who support the adult learners on their journey towards a degree.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/01/04/nominate-an-adult-learner-for-the-adult-learner-of-the-year-aloty-awards/

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Attend ‘Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide’ training Sept. 18

…for its #WSUWeSupportU Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 in 261 Rhatigan Student Center, Olive Room. Learn about tools to support the community and assist someone in need. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to sign up for the training. Sign up on myWSU under the myTraining section or on the registration…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/03/attend-mental-wellness-and-preventing-suicide-training-sept-18/

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ICYMI: University Faculty Awards were presented May 9

…for Effective Teaching: Mary Liz Jameson and John Watkins Excellence in Research: Shuang Gu and Xiaolong Li Excellence in Creative Activity: Robert Thomas Excellence Award for Community Research: Rachel Showstack Faculty Risk Taker: Angela Beeler Young Faculty Risk Taker: Davi Soares Excellence in Accessibility: Jason Li Excellence in Online Teaching:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/16/icymi-university-faculty-awards-were-presented-may-9/

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Pamela Clancy Ammar

…local nonprofits including the American Cancer Society (Board President), Wichita Children’s Home (Board Chair), Kansas Humane Society (Board Chair), Lords Diner, Wichita Community Foundation, Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, and Heartspring. She is also Vice-Chair of Wesley Medical Center’s Board of Trustees. In addition to her roles on the WSU Foundation…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/health_professions/CHP_Dean_Advisory_Council/Ammar-Pamela.php

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Fringe on top: class contributes to downtown placemaking project

…is the fifth bullet This is the sixth bullet A class project brought color to the sky above Wichita — and helped one student land a job. Students in Kristin Beal's Intro to Community & Social Practice collaborated with Downtown Wichita and Best Fringe Forever to design and execute a fringed canopy for Gallery Alley, the outdoor art space near Douglas…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/12-dec/fringe_placemaking_6.php

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Listen to the new Teaching Matters Podcast

…Corner. This resource helps faculty easily integrate student success programming into their classrooms through tools, strategies and classroom-ready ideas that build community and improve retention. Check it out today and see how Teaching Matters can support your work inside and outside the classroom.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/26/listen-to-the-new-teaching-matters-podcast/

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Internship-Interview-Questions-2-2019

Internship Interview Question Library Why are you interested in the Work in Water internship? What are your expectations about this internship? Tell me about any volunteer, community service or job experience you have. And what did you enjoy most about those jobs? What did you find most interesting about the tours of the water and/or wastewater facilities?…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/Project_Pages/Work_in_Water_materials/_documents/Internship-Interview-Questions-2-2019.docx

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Next Chapter

…Manager at Hutton here in Wichita. I’m eager for this opportunity to work and learn with my new team. I look forward to seeing all of you out in the community. Don’t be a stranger! God Bless, Abigail Hammack Contact Abigail HammackStrategic Communications ManagerPublic Policy and Management Center at Wichita State University

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/news/2023-09-29-next-chapter.php

WSU Newsletters

Former secretary of defense honors parents’ legacy at WSU

…to honor his childhood in Wichita and the values he learned with a planned gift to Wichita State University in his parents’ names. “Great universities are a sparkplug for a community,” Gates said.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/24/former-secretary-of-defense-honors-parents-legacy-at-wsu/

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Briana Rodriguez: Connecting Communities Through Spanish Interpretation

…about making ends meet,” Rodriguez said. She is grateful that Wichita State provides students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience while serving the community. Rodriguez is now a student at the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry, where she is preparing for a career serving diverse communities. “My Wichita State applied…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Rodriguez_Briana.php

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Call for volunteers for 11th annual Clash of the Colleges

…and bandanna. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle with exciting prizes up for grabs. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with the campus community and be a part of a memorable event. If you’re interested in volunteering, complete the sign-up sheet by 5 p.m. Aug. 1. Contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu for any…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/30/call-for-volunteers-for-11th-annual-clash-of-the-colleges/

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Get ready for softball’s fall lineup

The Shocker softball fall schedule is now available to view online. Check out the upcoming highlights from the schedule: Shockers vs. McLennan Community College: Noon Saturday, Sept. 16 in Wilkins Stadium Shockers vs. Seminole State College: 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 in Wilkins Stadium Shockers vs. KU: Double header starting at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24 in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/14/get-ready-for-softballs-fall-lineup/