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Wichita State undergraduates recognized at K-INBRE Symposium | Wichita State News

…As K-INBRE continues to shape the future of bioscience in Kansas and Oklahoma, the annual symposium recognizes and nurtures talent within the academic and research community. The other participating institutions include the University of Kansas Medical Center, Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Haskell Indian Nations University, Kansas…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/03-march/kinbre-2025_2.php

WSU Foundation

Your investment supports educators like Bayram Yildirim and other 2019 faculty award recipients

…to me,” Yildirim says. “With such a diverse student body, you must have a teaching style that engages students in multiple ways to help everyone be as successful as possible.” The faculty award bestowed on Yildirim recognizes him for community research projects that seek to help companies and other organizations use energy more efficiently, saving money…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/your-investment-supports-educators-like-bayram-yildirim-and-other-2019-faculty-award-recipients/

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ExC1010proposal

…Rationale: The report of the Faculty Dimension group (Foundations of Excellence report pp. 29-31) describes the lack of a campus-wide emphasis on the importance of working successfully with first-year students. Several action items were recommended in the report to promote an increase in the interaction between faculty members and first-year…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/facultysenate/1011/minutes1011/ExC1010proposal.php

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Wichita State adds new scholarships for badges thanks to gift by Aetna Better Health | Wichita State News

…and positively impacting the community. It’s also another example of how Wichita State prioritizes access and affordability for students. Badges at Wichita State are academic short courses of one credit hour or less, specifically designed for working professionals. These courses stand out from other online non-degree courses because they are tied to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/08-aug/aetna_scholarships_1.php

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The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…for Classes Yet? Don't wait! View all courses offered next semester using the Banner Schedule Search or WSU Custom Schedule Search. Questions? Email Honors Academic Advisor Jessi Raburn at Jessica.Raburn@wichita.edu. Student Spotlight - May von Leonrod Submit Information for the Student Spotlight The Cohen Honors College wants to give a shoutout to…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-nov-12-21.php

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Wichita State offers new deadline for freshmen merit scholarships up to $16,000

…many reasons why WSU is bucking the national trend: Wichita State greatly emphasizes applied learning, requiring it for every major. That means students can pursue academic goals while earning money and professional experience. Last year, WSU students had more than 8,000 internships and on-campus positions with 600 employers, earning $28.5 million in wages. …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/01-jan/merit_1.php

Jobs at WSU

Technical Direction/Scenic Design- Assnt Educator/Teaching Professor- Performing Arts

…Technical Direction//Scenic Design to begin August 2027 with the university.We seek a dynamic educator, mentor, and production leader who will play a central role in shaping the academic future of the school and the Design and Technical Theatre degree within a highly collaborative interdisciplinary performing arts environment. We are particularly interested …

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/technical-direction-scenic-design-assnt-educator-teaching-professor-performing-arts-wichita-kansas-united-states

Course Catalog

ARTH - Art History

…theory (including postcolonial theory, queer theory and feminism), material theory, aesthetics, and theories of connoisseurship are discussed as contributing influences to successful creative practice and useful tools for its subsequent interpretation. Note: This course offers a graduate section under the number of ARTH 587. Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours…

https://catalog.wichita.edu/undergraduate/courses/arth/

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Barton School Names AI and Manufacturing Leader Lauren Dunford as Entrepreneur-in-Residence During Centennial Year

…The Entrepreneur-in-Residence program brings founders and executives directly into classrooms and conversations, bridging academic learning with real-time industry application. “Our Centennial is not simply a reflection on where we have been,” Genin said. “It is a declaration of where the Barton School is going. Lauren represents the kind of global…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/03-30-2026-lauren-dunford-entrepreneur-in-residence.php

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Accessible ALT Text Guide

…based on the data and information presented. Following are some samples of proper infographic ALT-Text. ALT-Text: Venn Diagram: three circles; first labeled "Academic material link to course;" second labeled "Reflection;" third labeled "Relevant/meaningful service." The circles overlap in a central portion labeled "Service-Learning." ALT-Text: NOTE: The…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/Web_Services/alttext_guide.php

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Senator Moran, ATF, BJA visit Wichita State to announce new campus facilities | Wichita State News

…100 jobs for students and full-time staff, on top of the 200 jobs expected with the addition of the NNCTC II. “This is going to be an expansive undertaking with our academic partners to be able to assess how law enforcement worldwide investigate violent crime,” said Dettelbach. “The power of the ideas that will come out of this campus… is limitless…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/03-march/atf_3.php

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College Council

…minors in existing programs are the province of the College Curriculum Committee; advising the Admissions and Exceptions Committee on the interpretation and application of academic requirements and policies of the College and its degree-granting departments/schools/disciplines. In extraordinary circumstances, additional support committees may be created from…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/Faculty/College_Council.php

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Apr2022-CARETeamNewsletter

…CARE Team Newsletter Common Concerns These are common concerns that are typically seen during the month of April. During this time of the semester, CARE Team sees: • • • Academic Concerns Increase in anxiety as we approach graduation Direct statements as more students are reaching out for support for academics and mental health What CARE Team expects to…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/careteam/insights/Apr2022-CARETeamNewsletter.pdf

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The Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors Weekly Update

…6-13, 2024) of service-learning, exploring stewardship and servant leadership in partnership with the National Park Service. Named in honor of Bill Cohen, Bill’s Trip is an academic service-learning experience in which students travel to a selected National Park Service unit and spend the week serving and learning about the National Parks. Students will…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-oct-20-2023.php

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WSU Honors College students gain hands-on experience through leadership academy | Wichita State News

…than 130 hours were spent in direct engagement with the Charleston community partners through the Lead for Tomorrow program, contributing to global academic exchange and community development. Students provided Wichita community partners with consultation services equaling an estimated economic impact of more than $20,000. About Wichita State University…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/07-july/leadfortomorrow_2.php

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Wichita State leads NSF rankings in engineering and aerospace research | Wichita State News

…as an economic driver for the state.” The NSF’s latest HERD survey compiles 2024 R&D expenditures for all U.S. universities that report numbers to the NSF, ranking academic fields and subfields by various funding sources. These rankings put Wichita State University in the company of institutions such as the Georgia Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2026/01-jan/2026NSF_3.php

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Workplace Accommodations

…from pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions unless the requested accommodations would pose an undue hardship to the employer. Students who need accommodation in academic programs should contact the Office of Disability Services, (316) 978-3309, to initiate the process. Students who need accommodation in their employment should follow the…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Total_Rewards/Leave/ADAAA/Pregnant_Workers_Fairness_Act.php

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Aira Access provides free, on-campus visual aid to blind and low-vision Shockers | Wichita State News

…While a student’s own privacy is not at risk, instructors may ask students not to use it for others’ privacy, confidentiality agreements or for potential academic dishonesty issues. The company also offers its signature Horizon smart glasses for paid subscribers. The glasses include AI capabilities and a reliable connection to Aira agents. WSU’s Aira…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2020/02-feb/aira_access_7.php

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Parcell_cv_2021

…Coordinator) Fall 2014 to present (every Fall semester) Course taught: COMM 801, Introduction to Research Methods This class combines general information on how to be a successful graduate student with a survey of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Students choose a communication topic of personal interest and then learn to ask research…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/_cvs/Parcell_cv_2021.pdf

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2003minutes

…cover photos, and captions are being written. T-shirts and action figures have been ordered and the Sandra Reddish Whack em Where It Hurts wiffle bat is expected to be a great success. We are working on a slide presentation for civic groups that summarizes the century of flight in Wichita. New Business: JD and Charlie reported on the status of the trip…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/history/SPH/documents/2003minutes.php