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Sign up for upcoming free Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide trainings

… Ablah Library Monday, June 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. in 313 RSC, Prairie Room (LGBTQ+ version) 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 website. All participants will receive a free suspenders…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/14/schedule-of-free-mental-wellness-and-preventing-suicide-trainings/

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College of Health Professions creates Scientific Foundations Division

…its general health science courses into the Scientific Foundations Division. The restructuring is intended to expand student exposure to clinical expertise of the college’s faculty, as well as the unique facilities within the college. The new divisional structure will build on the college’s nationally recognized educational experience for students in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/20/college-of-health-professions-creates-scientific-foundations-division/

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Bank of America supports new business school facility with $250,000 gift

…the business world,” said Shawn Lancelot, Wichita market president for Bank of America. “We’re excited to be a part of this new facility that will bring together students, faculty and business leaders in an environment of collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit.” Elizabeth King, president and CEO of the WSU Foundation, which is leading efforts to raise…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/bank-of-america-supports-new-business-school-facility-with-250000-gift/

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Department of Biomedical Engineering to host CEO of biotechnology company for lecture

…Hall. Mellott will present “Generating Tissue-Mimetic Environments to Accelerate Next-Generation Therapies: A Journey from Academia to Entrepreneurship” to students, staff, faculty and industry partners. The lecture will be from 2 to 3 p.m., followed by refreshments and networking from 3 to 3:30 p.m.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/11/10/department-of-biomedical-engineering-to-host-ceo-of-biotechnology-company-for-lecture/

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College of Health Professions welcomes new Dean’s Advisory Council chair

…The Wichita Clinic). In 2006, Faulk joined KUSM-W as a teaching hospitalist at Via Christi-St. Francis, where she held leadership roles in medical education, directed faculty development and served on several key hospital committees. From 2016-25, she served in various roles at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, including ICU staff physician and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/07/college-of-health-professions-welcomes-new-deans-advisory-council-chair-2/

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Three candidates to be interviewed for College of Engineering dean position

…candidate, Dr. Anthony Muscat, from the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Arizona, professor, will be on campus on May 25 and May 26. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a public forum at 4 p.m. May 25 at the Rhatigan Student Center in Room 233. The forum will also be streamed live on YouTube.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/20/three-candidates-to-be-interviewed-for-college-of-engineering-dean-position/

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Chemistry professors join forces to create a pooled scholarship

…the two together to start the Pooled Chemistry Scholarship at Wichita State. Together, they created the Pooled Chemistry Scholarship, with the goal to find other alumni and faculty to contribute and get the scholarship to the endowed level, where it will provide student funding every year in perpetuity.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/02/chemistry-professors-join-forces-to-create-a-pooled-scholarship/

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Touch-a-Truck will be at Shocker baseball game April 28

…outside the stadium before the game. First responders receive admission to the game at no additional charge, and the night will be capped off with a postgame fireworks show Faculty and staff receive admission to Friday baseball home games at no additional charge.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/26/touch-a-truck-will-be-at-shocker-baseball-game-april-28/

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Nominations open for 14th annual Phenomenal Women Awards

…Diversity and Inclusion, recognize women for their accomplishments and contributions to their community through their scholarship, activism and commitment to excellence. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate women who have made a difference in their lives. Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday, March 11.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/21/nominations-open-for-14th-annual-phenomenal-women-awards/

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Join today’s online Academic Resources Conference sessions

…De-escalate in the classroom: a discussion, with Chris Stone and Katie Cranmer 11 a.m.: AI and academic integrity with Brandon Buerge and Carrie Dickison Noon: Panel: Retention Faculty Fellows with Moriah Beck and others 1 p.m.: Librarian secrets revealed with Meghann Kuhlmann

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/22/join-todays-online-academic-resources-conference-sessions-2/

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Imagine the future at annual Engineering Open House

… will have the opportunity to meet engineering and computing students, explore prototype solutions presented by senior students, and network with other attendees. Students, staff, faculty and individuals from both Innovation Campus companies and community organizations are invited to attend. There will be an awards ceremony and refreshments immediately…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/19/imagine-the-future-at-annual-engineering-open-house/

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NIAR and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence expand access to advanced metrology training, services

…feet within the John Bardo Center on Wichita State’s Innovation Campus. The technology collaboration, established in 2017, provides NIAR faculty, staff and students with access to Hexagon software and precision metrology systems used across aerospace, automotive, energy and medical industries. The expanded relationship builds on this foundation by…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/NIAR/MediaCenter/2026-07-21-1.php

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WSU professor wins prestigious national science award

…of chemistry. Not only does the award recognize Shvartsburg’s work, but it elevates his visibility and research impact. “This is the biggest honor a junior faculty member has received in the department,” said English. “More people will learn about his work and he’ll have increased opportunities for collaboration on additional projects.” Dean Andrew…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/Faculty/new-story.php

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January 2026 Navigation Changes

Why the Change? After gathering feedback from faculty, administrators, and students, Blackboard® has implemented several focused improvements to address common usability challenges: Better use of screen space: The new layout avoids stacked panels that previously reduced content visibility. Fewer navigation errors: The “Exit (X)” button was prone to…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/Blackboard/BBNews/Jan2026Navigation.php

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College of Health Professions offers patient-serving clinics to public

…health care to the community. The Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic provides speech-language and hearing services to people across the lifespan. The clinic faculty specialize in speaking, hearing, swallowing and spoken and written language impairments. The clinic offers a wide variety of audiology services, including hearing aid…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/04/college-of-health-professions-offers-patient-serving-clinics-to-public-5/

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Eight Ways Universities Fumbled Data Security

…- Southeast department sends email violating student privacy Southeast Missouri State disclosed that an email from one of its colleges leaked private information about students, faculty and staff to approximately 50 of its communication students. The personal information was included in three attached spreadsheet files. Lost or Stolen Equipment The Seattle…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/internalaudit/blog/2019-11-13-datasecurity.php

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Office of Engagement presents WSU Majorettes team

…and Wichita State collectively regarding dance, specifically Wichita State’s newly founded Majorettes team. The series holds conversations each month to hear from students, faculty, staff and neighbors on ways WSU is engaging to collectively address challenges, create solutions. and foster an environment to drive prosperity and belonging.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/13/office-of-engagement-presents-wsu-majorette-team/

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Learn how educators can strengthen Hispanic students’ pathways to higher education at Corbin Connect Speaker Series

…Maria Kury, Spanish communications specialist, Wichita Public Schools Lauren Rust, school counselor, St. Margaret Mary The event is free and open to area educators and WSU faculty, staff and students, and it is presented by Credit Union of America.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/01/learn-how-educators-can-strengthen-hispanic-students-pathways-to-higher-education-at-corbin-connect-speaker-series/

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Inaugural class of Pathway nurses graduates

…cohort in fall 2022: Elyssa Lenz, Carly Howard, Jana Rosich, Alexis Streeter, and Kelby Wilson. This achievement would not have come without the collaboration of the esteemed faculty and staff at both universities. For more information about this program, please email Dr. Laura Sooby, assistant director of the Pathway program, at laura.sooby@wichita.edu…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/13/inaugural-class-of-pathway-nurses-graduates/

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Students invited to first-generation discussion event

…college student is a student whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. By attending the event, attendees will meet other first-generation faculty, staff and students. Attendees will be provided lunch and a T-shirt while supplies last.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/20/students-invited-to-first-generation-discussion-event-2/