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ShiftSpace exhibition uses clothing to tell story

Wichita State’s ShiftSpace Gallery will host an opening reception for “From Lima to Wichita: Intercultural Dialogues in Clothing & Paint” 6-9 p.m. July 2. The event is part of the First Friday gallery crawl. The exhibition is the product of the intercultural exchange between artist-educators Lori Santos of WSU and Vladimir Ramos of La Escuela Nacional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/29/shiftspace-exhibition-uses-clothing-to-tell-story/

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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA focuses on healing the whole person

…program. This free 12-week program focuses on healing the whole person. With LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, cancer survivors — whether it is a recent diagnosis, finished treatment, or in remission — work with trained Y staff to build strength and muscle mass, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve functional ability while providing a supportive…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/22/livestrong-at-the-ymca-focuses-on-healing-the-whole-person/

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ICYMI: Read September’s issue of Forward Together

In this month’s issue of Forward Together, President Rick Muma writes about Digital Transformation and how it’s driving Wichita State University’s research and applied learning initiatives, as well as helping to diversity the Kansas economy. Other topics discussed include the following: WSU-NIAR WERX receives 777 aircraft for Kansas Modification Center…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/09/icymi-read-septembers-issue-of-forward-together/

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Apply for First-Year Research Experience with STEM

The Cohen Honors College is accepting applications from all Wichita State students to participate in the First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) in STEM program. Applications will be accepted until Oct. 1. The mission of the FYRE program is to introduce research to first-year undergraduates in a practical and accessible way. Students selected for the FYRE…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/31/apply-for-first-year-research-experience-with-stem/

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Encourage students to apply for Master of Social Work program

Do you have students looking for a right fit graduate program? Wichita State’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year. The program is open to all majors and has both full- and part-time schedule options. The deadline to apply is January 13, 2023. Information about future virtual informational sessions will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/13/encourage-students-to-apply-for-master-of-social-work-program/

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LeaderShape cluster facilitation opportunity

Are you interested in leadership development of yourself and your students? The LeaderShape Institute is looking for six cluster facilitators at Wichita State University’s session of LeaderShape Oct. 8-11 at Rocks Springs 4-H Center in Junction City, Kansas. Facilitator prep and training will be scheduled at a later date. Things to Note: All expenses are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/15/leadershape-cluster-facilitation-opportunity/

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Public Health Sciences students awarded $10,000

Wichita State’s HEALTH (Health Education Advocates for Leadership, Teamwork, and Humanity) Student Association in the Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) was recently awarded $10,000 in grants as part of the Kansas Beats The Virus initiative. The funds will be used to support the promotion of COVID-19 testing and vaccination, and to engage in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/13/public-health-sciences-students-awarded-10000/

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Alumni Association and Foundation reporting consolidation progress

Priorities and plans are taking shape as the consolidation of the Wichita State University Alumni Association into the WSU Foundation enters its next phase. Earlier this month, members of task force, who are charged with setting guiding principles and key initiatives for future alumni engagement efforts, met for the final time. Among the task force’s top…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/17/alumni-association-and-foundation-reporting-consolidation-progress/

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Dr. John Tomblin named 2023 Wichita Aero Club trophy recipient

…Industry and Defense Programs; executive director, National Institute for Aviation Research; and Sam Bloomfield Distinguished Professor of Aerospace Engineering for Wichita State University. WAC will celebrate Tomblin at its annual trophy gala in January 2023. “The Wichita Aero Club continues to build upon the tradition we began in 2010 by selecting a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/12/dr-john-tomblin-named-2023-wichita-aero-club-trophy-recipient/

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Apply for faculty fellowship by April 1

Each year, Wichita State’s Academic Affairs is accepting faculty fellow applications through April 1. Academic Affairs supports faculty fellows in a variety of areas. Faculty fellows have the opportunity to learn new skills and serve students in different ways through these fellowships: Tilford Incentive Grant–Develop new diversity infused curricula or…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/02/apply-for-faculty-fellowship-by-april-1/

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Shocker 360 app tracks beyond-the-classroom experiences

Wichita State students now have access to Shocker 360, an app that lets students log their beyond-the-classroom experiences, use to earn points, and share those experiences with potential employers. Through the Shocker 360 app, students can add to their knowledge base through extracurricular experiences such as attending panel discussions, working on…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/26/shocker-360-app-tracks-beyond-the-classroom-experiences/

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Attend May Academic Resources Conference

The May sessions of Wichita State’s Academic Resources Conference will take place May 23-27 via Zoom. All sessions are free. Instructors of any rank and student-facing staff should find sessions of interest. You can access the ARC schedule at the May 2022 ARC Events website, and all session links include Outlook Calendar invites with the Zoom link Here are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/09/attend-may-academic-resources-conference/

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Abstracts, proposals requested for 2022 Diverse Women’s Summit

…of individuals and groups from different backgrounds on local, regional, national and global issues affecting women. The theme of the 2022 DWS will be Intersectionality at Wichita State University. Proposals should include 100-200 words describing the presentation (type, subject, theme and purpose). Presentations that focus on the following topics will be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/13/abstracts-proposals-requested-for-2022-diverse-womens-summit/

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Plan for the rest of the academic year

… time now to reflect on the past 16 weeks and think ahead about the upcoming spring and summer semester. Reflecting on what went well and what you would change are important steps in maximizing your opportunity for future success at Wichita State. To aid with this, there are a number of resources available. Students can meet with a success coach or a peer…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/29/plan-for-the-rest-of-the-academic-year/

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WSUPD Capt. Guy Schroeder will serve at interim police chief

Werner Golling, Wichita State Finance and Administration vice president, is pleased to announce that WSU Police Capt. Guy Schroeder will serve as interim police chief as of Sept. 5. Schroeder began his law enforcement career at WSU in 2014 after serving as a police officer for the City of Wichita for 33 years. During that time, he served in many different…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/27/wsupd-capt-guy-schroeder-will-serve-at-interim-police-chief/

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2023 Benefits Open Enrollment begins tomorrow

Beginning Oct. 1, the 2023 State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) will open enrollment portals throughout the day. All benefit-eligible employees should have access to their benefits open enrollment portal by close of business on Oct. 1. Open Enrollment will end Oct. 31. Upcoming Events: SEHP will begin opening enrollment portals throughout the day Oct. 1. All…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/29/2023-benefits-open-enrollment-beginsomorrow/

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Learn how to recognize hazing

Wichita State’s Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) office is helping faculty and staff by raising awareness of certain policies in the Code of Conduct at WSU. One of these policies includes hazing. Did you know that hazing is any act or action which: Has the potential to endanger the mental or physical health or safety of any individual…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/01/learn-how-to-recognize-hazing/

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Latinx studies director presenting on decolonizing curriculum

Dr. Edil Torres Rivera — Wichita State professor and Latinx studies director in the Interventions Service and Leadership in Education Department at the College of Applied Studies — will present “In search of a decolonized curriculum: Reimagining models for decolonization and critical consciousness” at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28 at Jabara Hall (room 127).…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/16/latinx-studies-director-presenting-on-decolonizing-curriculum/

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Celebrate National TRIO Week

TRIO is a group of federally funded outreach programs that were put in place to support disadvantaged students who want to pursue higher education. Wichita State University sponsors eight TRIO programs, each of them focusing on a specific population and with a unique focus. The TRIO programs listed below, including the Haysville GEAR UP and Kansas Kids @…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/18/celebrate-national-trio-week/

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Researchers seek participants for cardiac rehabilitation study

A group of students in the doctor of physical therapy program at Wichita State University is looking for participants for a study on motivational factors and barriers that alter exercise adherence in an unmonitored independent cardiac rehabilitation program. The study will add to current research to help better understand the different motivational factors…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/23/researchers-seek-participants-for-cardiac-rehabilitation-study-2/