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Staff Senator Spotlight: Dr. Christopher Leonard

… These moments of movement, creativity and community keep him energized and grounded in his work at Wichita State. Senator Spotlights are a community initiative to support the mission of the Staff Senate. Contact Staff Senate if you don’t know your Senate representative.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/03/staff-senator-spotlight-dr-christopher-leonard/

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UPSenateResponse

…directors, research engineers, nurses, programmers – among many others – the UP Senate represents a diverse body of professionals who are committed to the mission of the University. Here are the things we believe are needed to ensure Wichita State is better tomorrow than it is today: - - - In order to lead the University effectively, University…

https://www.wichita.edu/_archive/services/staffsenate/_documents/UPSenateResponse.pdf

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11242025_Meeting_Book_Faculty_Senate_Meeting

…Elect: Sit on Faculty Senate Budget and Planning committee; Chair the Senate Rules committee; Serve as Election Commissioner for SGA election; Rules of the Faculty Senate3 May attend COFSP meetings during the Spring semester; Serve on KBOR transfer articulation council. Vice President: Oversee elections to the Faculty Senate, determining eligibility of…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/facultysenate/2025-2026/_documents/11242025_Meeting_Book_Faculty_Senate_Meeting.docx

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Student Behavior in Academic Settings

…the orderly conduct, processes, and functions within a classroom, laboratory, or other academic environments. This includes interfering with the academic mission of the University, interfering with other students’ ability to benefit from the educational program, or interfering with a faculty member’s ability to carry out the normal educational functions of…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/student_conduct/Student_Behavior_in_Academic_Settings.php

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Staff Senator Spotlight: Kendra Nguyen

…artists. If you’re a crafter and want to connect, she’d love to help build a WSU crafting community. Senator Spotlights are a community initiative to support the mission of the Staff Senate. Contact Staff Senate if you don’t know your Senate representative.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/30/staff-senator-spotlight-kendra-nguyen/

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WSU-NIAR recognized by Hexagon for Shaping Smart Change

…more about the Hexagon's Shaping Smart Change initiative at https://hexagon.com/about/shaping-smart-change. About WSU's National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR)NIAR's mission is to conduct research, transfer technology and enhance education for the purpose of advancing the nation's aviation industry, and to assist non-aviation industries that…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/NIAR/MediaCenter/2018-06-22.php

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

…Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling. Learn how to: Align your project with the goals and mission of funding agencies Build meaningful relationships that support and elevate your proposal Use powerful storytelling to communicate your project’s purpose and impact Whether…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/28/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals/

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Attend grant writing workshop to strengthen your proposals

…Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling. Learn how to: Align your project with the goals and mission of funding agencies Build meaningful relationships that support and elevate your proposal Use powerful storytelling to communicate your project’s purpose and impact Whether…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/29/attend-grant-writing-workshop-to-strengthen-your-proposals-2/

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Doug Melton

…is fostering the next generation of engineer; one with an entrepreneurial mindset, prepared to create unexpected, extraordinary value for others. Prior to joining the national mission at the Kern Family Foundation, Dr. Melton served as a professor of electrical engineering for 17 years at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan. It was there, through a…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/activities/TEDx/Speaker_Bio/Doug_Melton.php

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$5 million gift to new business school facility

… more successful,” said WSU President John Bardo. “We invite all Barton School graduates, as well as business leaders, to be a part of this important project.” The mission of Wichita State University is to be an essential educational, cultural and economic driver for Kansas and the greater public good. Wichita State is a doctoral research university…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2018/08-aug/8_23_18_WSUFoundationgift_business.php

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WSU alumni have strong showing at Wichita startup competition

…Hilltop Strong, a team of mobile personal trainers and sports performance company based out of Topeka that helps individuals in the workplace stay active, fit and healthy. The mission of Wichita State University is to be an essential educational, cultural and economic driver for Kansas and the greater public good. Wichita State is a doctoral research…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2018/10-oct/get_started.php

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WSUFAE welcomes new Board and Advisory Council members

…Advisory Council (NAC). These accomplished leaders bring a wide range of professional expertise, experience and passion for Wichita State that will help advance the university’s mission and strategic priorities. Please join us in welcoming our newest Board and NAC members. Joining the WSUFAE Board of Directors KEVIN POTUCEK ’84, BUS ADM, retired as vice…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsufae-welcomes-new-board-and-advisory-council-members/

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University Compliance Committee

Purpose Wichita State University, in alignment with its vision and mission, is committed to promoting a culture of ethical conduct to ensure compliance with university and Kansas Board of Regents policies, and state and federal laws and regulations governing higher education. Compliance Committee Structure The President has established a Compliance Committee…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/internalaudit/compliancecommittee.php

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FirePoint Future Innovators internship showcases under-represented STEM talent | Wichita State News

…the DoD. The students also met with FirePoint mentors to discuss business development, networking and resume building. Future Innovators is part of FirePoint’s mission to support Army innovators in developing critical new technology capabilities, at the speed of Silicon Valley, to solve their most pressing problems. “One of our top initiatives involves…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/10-oct/future_innovators_2.php

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Release4814

…Four Lady Shockers and three men qualified, last month in Forth Worth, for the chance to earn a national individual title. These players include: senior Allie Ijams (Mission Viejo, Calif.), junior Heather Melvin (Sioux Falls, S.D.), senior Kelsey Muther (Topeka, Kan.), senior Tannya Roumimper (Bandung, Indonesia), senior Devin Bidwell (Moorpark, Calif.),…

https://www.wichita.edu/athletics/bowling/media/PressReleases/2013_2014_Releases/Release4814.php

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WSU graduate student's business makes Most Fundable Company list | Wichita State News

…oxygen deprivation during childbirth. “We are a biotech company dedicated to bringing hope to families during childbirth with our innovations,” said Dorsey. “Our mission is to make a direct impact in the prenatal care industry and help recover the U.S. as a safe place for birth.” Dorsey and Prenatal Hope have taken advantage of multiple start-up and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/12-dec/dorsey_most_fundable_9.php

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Celebrate Air Force’s 77th anniversary

…Center to honor those who have served and those currently serving in the Air Force. The Air Force was established on Sept. 18, 1947, under the National Security Act of 1947. The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win — airpower anytime, anywhere.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/16/celebrate-air-forces-77th-anniversary/

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Collaborative Literacy Education, Advancement, and Research (CLEAR)

… Blueprint for Literacy, CLEAR focuses on building educator capacity, supporting school systems, empowering families, and advancing literacy equity across diverse communities. Our Mission To continue to equip educators and support families and systems with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to improve literacy outcomes for all students—especially…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Deans_Office/CLEAR.php

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Spring Update: Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy, and Special Education (TALS)

…an edited book focused on serving marginalized youth in educational settings for IG Publishing. Faculty Activity: Teacher Apprentice Program™ (TAP™) faculty at the Shawnee Mission School District Teacher Education College Fair for high school students and paraprofessionals. Upcoming TAP™ events: Kansas Annual CTE Conference, Ed Rising State Conference,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/News/TALS-update-story.php

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Annual Report 21-22

…edits to Faculty Senate Executive Committee on 4/4/2022, and Faculty Senate on 4/11/2022. Changes to Policy 2.17 were approved by Faculty Senate on 4/25/2022. As of the submission of this information, SCCS is waiting for General Counsel and the President’s Executive Team to approve the changes.SCCS reviews Policy 8.05 quarterly to ensure no edits need …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/student_conduct/Annual_Report_21_22_Conduct.php