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Role models taught Shocker pitcher to be a bright spot for his students

…time demands of both. Richard, a senior pitcher from Little Rock majoring in mathematics education, will spend an extra semester at Wichita State University to reach his goal of helping students.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/18/role-models-taught-shocker-pitcher-to-be-a-bright-spot-for-his-students/

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All WSU faculty and postdocs invited to workshop May 27 on writing and publishing an interdisciplinary book

…books offer significant intellectual and public impact, but they also face distinct challenges in positioning, audience and evaluation. This Ideas on Fire workshop helps faculty and postdocs develop a clear strategy for shaping and presenting interdisciplinary research as a coherent book project. Participants will learn how to define their core…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/15/all-wsu-faculty-and-postdocs-invited-to-workshop-may-27-on-writing-and-publishing-an-interdisciplinary-book/

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Graduate to better personal data privacy habits

…case” data storage Why it matters: Holding onto unnecessary data increases risk — for individuals and for the organization. Practicing good personal data hygiene helps reduce exposure, strengthen compliance and build trust. Take the next step: As the campus celebrates milestones and new beginnings, commit to smarter data stewardship: Keep what you need.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/05/12/graduate-to-better-personal-data-privacy-habits/

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Wichita State partners with Boeing as part of $380,000 investment

…Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech), the Kansas Aviation Museum, Passageways Wichita and the Kansas Food Bank. “This grant helps prepare more students for careers in a rapidly changing industry while strengthening the talent pipeline in our region,” President Rick Muma said. “We’re grateful for Boeing’s…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/30/wichita-state-partners-with-boeing-as-part-of-380000-investment/

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Submit your event for De-Stress Fest promotion

…in the official De-Stress Fest listing and marketing campaign. Participating events benefit from increased visibility through coordinated promotion across campus platforms, helping boost attendance, expand your reach and connect with a wider student audience. If you are hosting an event during this time that focuses on relaxation or studying, it’s…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/17/submit-your-event-for-de-stress-fest-promotion/

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There’s still time to join the Founders’ Day Ambassador Team

A quick reminder that the Founders’ Day Ambassador Team is looking for new members. Last year, ambassadors helped drive some of the strongest Founders’ Day outcomes, including: A $2,000 student challenge that inspired nearly $37,000 in giving to student groups An Applied Studies Advisory Board match that produced a 558% increase for the Life Happens Fund…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/15/theres-still-time-to-join-the-founders-day-ambassador-team/

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Kansas Applied Learning Funds: AY 2027 applications open

…ensuring students are building valuable bridges between theory and practice. Data-driven approach: The ability to collect data on your program’s effectiveness is crucial. This helps us ensure these funds have a lasting positive impact on student success. To submit your proposal, visit wichita.edu/ALfund.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/15/kansas-applied-learning-funds-ay-2027-applications-open-2/

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YouTube star Matthew ‘MatPat’ Patrick to speak at Wichita State

…science and critical thinking with pop culture. He has also worked across film, television and live productions, collaborated with global leaders and celebrities and helped raise over $7 million for charitable causes. This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council with support from Shocker Studios and Student Government Association. For more…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/09/youtube-star-matthew-matpat-patrick-to-speak-at-wichita-state/

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Wichita State PA student takes compassionate care to new level by donating stem cells to leukemia patient

… the decision would lead to a call telling him he was a match for a patient with leukemia. Geisler, a second-year physician associate student at Wichita State, said his education helped prepare him to step into the role. “I felt prepared to be a stem cell donor, based on the experience I had at Wichita State. Our professors teach us that one of the values …

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/09/wichita-state-pa-student-takes-compassionate-care-to-new-level-by-donating-stem-cells-to-leukemia-patient/

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John Hammond

… access and success through the implementation of corequisite reform. Rooted in the priorities of the Building a Future strategic plan, this award highlights faculty whose work is helping remove barriers to gateway course completion and strengthening student momentum toward degree attainment.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/07/john-hammond/

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Planning for 2026-27 myPerformance evaluations is due March 31

…redundancy in the competency section comments. There is now only one comments box to capture performance expectations and progress versus a comments box for each competency. Helpful hints: Managers have unlimited access to update and edit content on evaluations in myPerformance until the employee self-evaluation step begins Jan. 1, 2027. Be sure to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/16/planning-for-2026-27-myperformance-evaluations-is-due-march-31/

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Kansas Applied Learning Funds: AY 2027 applications open

…ensuring students are building valuable bridges between theory and practice. Data-driven approach: The ability to collect data on your program’s effectiveness is crucial. This helps us ensure these funds have a lasting positive impact on student success. To submit your proposal, visit wichita.edu/ALfund.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/11/kansas-applied-learning-funds-ay-2027-applications-open/

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Mid-semester SEAS check

…participation, assignments and quizzes/exams for all students. Also review previously flagged students. If a student has shown improvement, removing or updating the flag helps ensure the accuracy of the data and better reflects the impact of early intervention. Access SEAS via myWSU > Home or Teach/Advise tab > SEAS link Thank you for your…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/09/mid-semester-seas-check/

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Manager signature for 2025-26 myPerformance evaluations is due March 14

…signature in myPerformance. Managers should log into myPerformance then electronically sign and submit their employee’s 2025-26 evaluation by 11:59 p.m. Saturday, March 14. Helpful hints: Progress through each page of the evaluation to review all comments and ratings. Enter your name in the signature field, click “Sign,” and then click “Submit” on the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/09/manager-signature-for-2025-26-myperformance-evaluations-is-due-march-14/

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Suspenders4Hope Mental Health Advocate highlight: Office of Tech Transfer and Commercialization

…stories will inspire others to continue supporting one another in the community. The Office of Tech Transfer and Commercialization is being recognized for its integral part in helping the Student Wellness Center and Counseling and Psychological Services launch Suspenders4Hope, leading to communities both in and outside of Wichita State having the tools…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/02/suspenders4hope-mental-health-advocate-highlight-office-of-tech-transfer-and-commercialization/

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Employee signature for 2025-26 myPerformance evaluations is due March 7

…has submitted their manager review in myPerformance. Employees should log into myPerformance then electronically sign and submit their 2025-26 evaluation by 11:59 p.m. March 7. Helpful hints: Let your manager know if you don’t have access to your evaluation. Managers must submit their manager review for you to have access. Progress through each page of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/02/employee-signature-for-2025-26-myperformance-evaluations-is-due-march-7/

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Department of Biomedical Engineering is hosting a seminar by Larry Kiliszewski Feb. 27

…Kiliszewski has personally managed more than 100,000 hours of medical device design programs. His approach — blending program leadership with hands-on engineering — helps teams move faster while staying aligned on design controls, risk management, supplier execution and realistic development budgets and timelines. In addition to client work, Kiliszewski…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/25/department-of-biomedical-engineering-is-hosting-a-seminar-by-larry-kiliszewski-feb-27/

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Leave Administration email address updated effective Feb. 16

…will no longer be used for leave administration purposes. If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to the new email address. There is also helpful information located on the Human Resources website. Thank you for your attention to this update and for helping ensure a smooth transition.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/13/leave-administration-email-address-updated-effective-feb-16/

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Join the fun: Run or volunteer at the Wichita State Engineering 5K

… 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 on the WSU campus. Proceeds support the College of Engineering Need-Based Scholarship Fund. Whether you’re racing or lending a hand, your participation helps make this event a success.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/join-the-fun-run-or-volunteer-at-the-wichita-state-engineering-5k/

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$300,000 gift from WSU alumnus powers career-ready education at the Barton School

…example he sets.” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School of Business. “This gift from Dr. Kung and Ms. Li will open doors for our students — helping them gain internships, launch new ventures, and apply what they learn in the classroom to real opportunities in a fast-changing global economy.”

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/11/300000-gift-from-wsu-alumnus-powers-career-ready-education-at-the-barton-school-2/