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Campus community invited to faculty panel discussion on German universities, humanities under the Nazis

There will be a faculty panel discussion on “German Universities Under the Nazis and the Betrayal of the Humanities” from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 Marcus Welcome Center. Panelists from the history, philosophy and anthropology departments will examine how their respective disciplines navigated the Nazi era, and there will be open discussion of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/18/campus-community-invited-to-faculty-panel-discussion-on-german-universities-humanities-under-the-nazis/

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Campus invited to Throwback Thursday with the RSC

Join the Rhatigan Student Center for a fun Throwback Thursday event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 in the RSC east atrium. Celebrate various decades with throwback freebies, snacks, a photo booth and more.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/campus-invited-to-throwback-thursday-with-the-rsc/

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Visit the Lowell Holmes Museum of Anthropology on campus

The Lowell Holmes Museum of Anthropology in Neff Hall is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment. The museum houses unique cultural artifacts from all over the world. If you would like to schedule a tour, contact Rachelle Meinecke at 316-978-7068 or at holmes.museum@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/10/visit-the-lowell-holmes-museum-of-anthropology-on-campus/

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Campus community invited to Grace Wilkie Annex Halloween Open House

Students, faculty and staff are invited to a Halloween Open House from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 in Grace Wilkie Annex. Stop by the TRIO DSS Office, the Office of Online & Adult Learning, the McNair Scholars Office and the ROTC Office to enjoy spooky snacks and creepy crafts and learn more about what each office has to offer. Students are also welcome to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/25/campus-community-invited-to-grace-wilkie-annex-halloween-open-house-2/

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Ulrich Museum invites campus community to candid discussion with artist Dr. Brittany Lockard

In the talk, “Look at Her! I Don’t Think So. A Narrative Meditation on Power, Beauty Standards and Sexual Assault,” Dr. Brittany Lockard will explore the discourse surrounding sexual assault in the news, popular culture and even the art history classroom to ask how it can do better in the future. Join the talk at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 in the Ulrich Museum, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/03/ulrich-museum-invites-campus-community-to-candid-discussion-on-sexual-assault/

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Campus community invited to author event at the Shocker Store

Join the RSC Shocker Store from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14 for an evening with Dr. Daniel Bergman, author of “Teaching is for Superheroes.” Dr. Bergman is a professor and program chair of science education at Wichita State and currently works with students and teachers from kindergarten all the way to graduate school. Enjoy chatting with the author and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/07/campus-community-invited-to-night-with-the-author-event-at-the-shocker-store/

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Campus community invited to Mindfulness and Meditation session

Students, faculty and staff are invited to Mindfulness and Meditation at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 in 240 Rhatigan Student Center. Mindfulness is focusing one’s awareness on the present moment by intentionally noticing thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations without any judgement. The sessions offer various meditation exercises designed to develop…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/19/campus-community-invited-to-mindfulness-and-meditation-session/

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Campus community invited to United Nations Day dinner

Enjoy the generosity of WSU alumnus John McGuire and join the United Nations Day dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 at the Marcus Welcome Center. Everyone from the community is welcome to enjoy the WSU catered dinner at no additional charge with a Shocker ID.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/campus-community-invited-united-nations-day-dinner/

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Former president of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, engineer in residence to speak on campus

Leanne Caret — former president of Boeing Defense, Space & Security and the 2023 engineer in residence for the College of Engineering — is visiting Wichita State again from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 and Friday, Oct. 6 in 209 Hubbard Hall. Caret will participate in two interviews, have a private lunch with engineering students and be featured at a speaking…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/28/former-president-of-boeing-defense-space-security-engineer-in-residence-to-speak-on-campus-3/

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Student Success Tip: Learn more about campus mental health services

Do you need help? Wichita State’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has a variety of mental health services with people ready to help students. Visit the website to view its full list of services.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/06/student-success-tip-learn-more-about-campus-mental-health-services-3/

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Campus community can enjoy National Taco Day at Tu Taco

Don’t miss National Taco Day Wednesday, Oct. 4 at Tu Taco. The first 20 people to purchase three or more tacos in a single transaction get a yard-length to-go cup. Those feeling more snacky than hungry can also now buy single tacos for only $2.25 each and only $2 dollars on Tuesdays. Tu Taco will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/campus-community-can-enjoy-national-taco-day-at-tu-taco/

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Faculty, staff invited to share their department’s health and wellness activities on campus, in the community

As part of the effort to elevate and celebrate health and wellness at Wichita State University, faculty and staff are invited to share what they are doing to promote the health and wellbeing of persons, places and planet.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/faculty-staff-invited-to-share-their-health-and-wellness-activities-on-campus-in-the-community/

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Campus community invited to collaborate, support local businesses

The Wichita State Kansas Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is hosting a Business Collaboration Meetup starting at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 16 at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Join the afternoon event that highlights the skills, capabilities, products and services of entrepreneurs in the area. The afternoon will kick off with a short presentation by WSU …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/09/campus-community-invited-to-collaborate-support-local-businesses/

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Campus community invited to University Libraries’ Halloween ComicFest

Get ready for University Libraries’ Halloween ComicFest from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 31 in the Ablah Library. What’s waiting for attendees are comics, candy and the opportunity to get a mystery bag. Follow these steps for a mystery bag: Like University Libraries on Instagram: @wsulibrary Tag University Libraries in a Halloween-themed selfie. Don’t miss out on the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/09/campus-community-invited-to-university-libraries-halloween-comicfest/

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Community invited to Wichita Mayoral Candidate Forum on campus Oct. 18

Join the Mayoral Forum from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 in the CAC Theater, in partnership with the Wichita Beacon, Loud Light and the League of Women Voters. The forum will host both 2023 mayoral candidates. The forum will provide an opportunity for each candidate to answer a series of ten questions. Each candidate will be allowed 90 seconds for their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/11/community-invited-to-wichita-mayoral-candidate-forum-on-campus-oct-18/

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Financial Operations, Office of Research Post Award invite campus to vote on decorated pumpkins

Financial Operations and the Office of Research Post-Award are holding a vote for their decorated pumpkins. Vote online or stop by 201 Jardine Hall to vote in-person. Voting ends at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 and is open to current WSU students, faculty and staff. One vote per person.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/30/financial-operations-office-of-research-post-award-invite-campus-to-vote-on-decorated-pumpkins/

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Stay up to date with campus health services

With the fall semester upon us, it’s always a good time to remain aware of the health care services available at Wichita State for faculty, staff and students. In May, the public health emergency for COVID-19 expired, which prompted changes at WSU, including how to get tested and receive vaccinations. Visit wichita.edu/covid for more information. Testing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/17/stay-up-to-date-with-campus-health-services/

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Location for WSU/KU Wichita Biomedical Campus approved

The Wichita City Council approved a plan today that will move forward a project between Wichita State University and the University of Kansas to build a 471,000-square-foot health sciences center in the heart of downtown Wichita. Council members agreed to sell or lease two tracts of land – at 214 S. Topeka (where the Wichita Transit Center, set to move to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/01/location-for-wsu-ku-wichita-biomedical-campus-approved/

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NASA/WSU Campus Partnership Project proposals now being accepted

NASA and Wichita State are interested in continuing their partnership by sponsoring NASA-related activities to the community. Up to $55,000 is available to fund up to four proposals, with a 50 cents per dollar cost share requirement. WSU faculty are invited to submit proposals for activities: That engage a significant and diverse population of students,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/24/nasa-wsu-campus-partnership-project-proposals-now-being-accepted/

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Campus community invited to cosmic bowling at Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes

Turn the lights down and the music up for some cosmic bowling from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes. Standard bowling rates apply, and the nights are open to the public.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/08/23/campus-community-invited-to-cosmic-bowling-at-shocker-sports-grill-lanes/