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SOLD OUT: Prolific writer and lawyer to headline fourth annual Craig W. Barton Speaker Series

… Money,” Stein continues to speak on economics and politics. The Craig W. Barton Speaker Series is an annual Wichita State event established to expose students and the community to differing points of view and encourage critical thinking and conversation. Previous speakers include Robert Gates, 22nd United States secretary of defense (2006-2011), Cody…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/22/sold-out-prolific-writer-and-lawyer-to-headline-fourth-annual-craig-w-barton-speaker-series/

WSU Foundation

Shocker football alums return to campus

… University’s football program. For 90 years, from 1896 to 1986, fall football games were rallying points for many in the Shocker community. Although the sport is no longer played at WSU, football still holds a very special place at our university. Football, and all those who played and coached it, are still on the Shocker playing field.”

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-football-alums-return-to-campus/

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Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities

… the environment EligibilityState, Tribal, Regional or Local Government, Nonprofits Must include multiple jurisdictions working together Services ProvidedFacilitated process and community visit by national experts Timing Typically annually 2019 letters of interest (2pg max) were due early-Nov Button Link Return to Search

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/news/meramec-funding-source-pages/building-blocks-for-sustainable-communities.php

WSU Newsletters

Stock the Shocker Support Locker

…Circulation desk Rhatigan Student Center – Student Government Association office, second floor Metroplex – Office for Workforce, Professional and Community Education WSU West Campus

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/31/stock-the-shocker-support-locker/

WSU Newsletters

Resurrected in the spirit of Halloween: Science Cafe

…the reinvigorated program will begin at 7 p.m. today on WSU’s Innovation Campus at the Social Tap Drinkery in Braeburn Square near 21st and Oliver. Join Wichita’s science community for a kick-off presentation by Friends University’s Dr. Gary Branum, a chemist and former forensic scientist. Dr. Branum will discuss the chemistry he used in some of the more…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/31/resurrected-in-the-spirit-of-halloween-science-cafe/

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Entrepreneur uses GoCreate to bring products to market

…work to date.” Gentry and Patrick Hosty, HyperBorean's business developer, are also working with WSU Ventures. They see Wichita State's resources and community as offering a series of advantages. Quote The ability to cross-connect and cross-pollinate within the university's eco-system is phenomenal. First Line Credit Patrick Hosty,business developer,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/08-aug/suellentrop_HyperBorean_18.php

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NIAR to showcase advanced composite manufacturing innovation at CAMX 2026

…opportunities for students; and support the aviation and manufacturing industries – while driving innovation and prosperity for the community, region and state. Established in 1985, NIAR’s yearly R&D expenditures exceed $400 million, with more than 2,000 personnel and 2 million square feet of laboratory and office space in six locations across…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/NIAR/MediaCenter/2026-09-18.php

WSU Newsletters

ODI lecture series features activist Dominique Morgan

…out of necessity (homelessness, incarceration and surviving sexual assault). She has dedicated herself to the work that instills the values of resilience and liberation in her community, whether its youth in the classroom during a sexual health lesson, supporting an incarcerated person with advocacy or supporting the leadership of color. Dominique Morgan…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/03/odi-lecture-series-features-dominique-morgan/

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Industry Advisory Board | Applied Engineering, College of Engineering, WSU

…or internships Members Laura Bernstorf, Textron Julie Cannizzo, Goddard Public Schools Greg Crown, SmashDev Stacy Hart, Textron Traci Hart, WSU, IDP Daniel Higdon, Butler Community College John Huffman, Spirit AeroSystems Mike Hughes, PEC Sandy Jessop, AirXcel Industries Zak Jouppi, Textron Hannah Kelderman, USD 259 Heath Koehler, IFMA Michael Letter,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/appliedengineering/about/industry-advisory-board.php

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Hannah Jackson

… Association Conference. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Hrenchir, S., Piros, H. I., Bauman, A., & Clark, C. B. (2022, April). Demographic characteristics of individuals supervised in the community. Poster presentation at the Southwestern Psychological Association Conference. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Larson, J., Ballout, M. H., Piros, H. I., & Clark, C. B. (2022,…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/services/caps/Jackson-Hannah.php

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Expanding Your Horizons workshop promotes STEM for girls | Wichita State News

…by organizing the workshops in their STEM areas (Society of Women Engineers, ACS Chemistry Club, Environmental Finance Center, Molecular Diagnostics Lab, etc.). There are also community partners (Evergy, Spirit Aerosystems, Koch Industry, AccuWeather, Pfizer, etc.) that support EYH through donations of volunteer-led workshops and funding. According to the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/10-oct/EYH_1.php

WSU Newsletters

Attend the Michael Tilford Conference on Diversity and Multiculturalism

… Brown v Board, No Turning Back: The Future of Diversity and Multiculturalism.” The conference provides an opportunity for those involved in education, in collaboration with community business leaders, to examine diversity in education and business by discussing the challenges and opportunities including: Inspire awareness of multiple dimensions of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/07/attend-the-michael-tilford-conference-on-diversity-and-multiculturalism/

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Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) Grant

…planning and development. Healthy watershed options like floodplain restoration, greenspace and bioretention can be eligible for FEMA funding if they are included in your community’s FMP and HMP. Local governments are sub-applicants and must apply to their state Hazard Mitigation Officer during the open application cycle. Applications that meet the…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/news/meramec-funding-source-pages/pre-disaster-mitigation-pdm-grant.php

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WSU Special Programs Honored at Wichita

…have demonstrated respect or inclusive treatment for others, advocacy for unrepresented groups and a commitment to the advancement of cultural diversity in the Wichita business community. The Office of Special Programs is a unit in the Division of Student Affairs and is led by the incomparable Deltha Colvin. The work that Deltha and her team does is…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/wichitastateconnect/OSP_News/WBJ_Diversity_Awards.php

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Dr. Janice M. Riordan

…on the field of breastfeeding and human lactation. Dr. Riordan (1934 -2018) was a trailblazer whose advocacy, education, and research significantly advanced the global lactation community. She was a revered nurse educator and researcher on a national and international level. Her commitment to supporting breastfeeding individuals was deeply rooted in her…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/health_professions/school_of_nursing/03-distinguished-professors/Riordan-Janice.php

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Big ideas are brought to reality at GoCreate makerspace

…the makerspace's first year. GoCreate has 180 members, 30 more than its goal for the first year, after opening in April 2017. “We're adapting to the needs of our community here,” he said. “What new equipment is needed? Developing fun challenges. We want to expand the social environment.” Ginger Brown reports to GoCreate four days a week at 1 p.m. to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/08-aug/Suellentrop_GoCreate_makerspace.php

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Humans of Wichita State - Lupe

…in the International Business Student Association, HALO and Latinos Lead. Quote Being at Wichita State feels like a breath of fresh air. I love the diversity and community here. First Line Credit Lupe Torres Second Line Credit Wichita State first-generation student Suppress quote marks Lupe also loves attending her classes. One of her favorite…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2022/11_9_howsu_Lupe_Torres.php

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New Supervisor Checklist (Department)

…Action Date Completed Introduce supervisor to internal/external staff Tour office, including restrooms and break areas Explain break room policies (food storage and community utensils) Explain break rules, including lunchtime and smoking policies Review job description and org chart Review telephone, long distance card, fax, e-mail, calendar use Review…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Forms/Talent-Onboarding/Department_Checklist_for_New_Supervisor.php

WSU Foundation

Shelli Herman ’88 commits $100,000 to Shocker Success Center

…free food and other household items to students. Food insecurity and homelessness are issues Herman is passionate about and tries to help alleviate in her Los Angeles community. “My agenda is really about creating a welcoming environment for any Shocker, regardless of their situation,” Herman says. “So for me, the Shocker Locker helps provide vital help…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shelli-herman-88-commits-100000-to-shocker-success-center/

WSU Newsletters

College of Engineering personnel and public invited to participate in National Engineers Week events

…Engineering Bowling Night. Additionally, area high school students are invited to register for Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, and students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members are encouraged to participate in the public Wichita State Engineering 5k run/walk. View all National Engineers Week events, including several more student-focused…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/12/college-of-engineering-personnel-and-public-invited-to-participate-in-national-engineers-week-events-2/