Aug 15, 2008 — By WSU News Services — An Aug. 19 meeting at the Kansas Geological Survey in Lawrence will focus on research priorities at WSU, the University of Kansas and Kansas State University. According to the Kansas Energy Council, the agenda is as follows: "Our purpose is to identify, for the Kansas Energy Council, areas in which enhanced research activity could aid the development of potential energy sources in the state. In

Aug 15, 2008 — By WSU News Services — In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, Abuelo's "taste of Mexico" restaurant at 1413 Waterfront Pkwy. is hosting a Teacher Appreciation Night from 4 p.m.-closing Monday, Aug. 18. The first 150 teachers will receive an exclusive Back-to-School Survival Kit. All teachers present can register to win a laptop computer. The event is sponsored in part by WSU.

Aug 13, 2008 — By WSU News Services — Exploration Place invites viewers to connect to the intricacies of the human body as you investigate 17 actual human specimens, as well as more than 100 real anatomical displays. By presenting these elements in an artful, compelling and dignified environment, you will understand, perhaps for the first time, how your own body truly works, allowing you to see firsthand what usually only doctors and

Aug 13, 2008 — By WSU News Services — The Heskett Center pool is open again after maintenance work that began Aug. 11, according to Shelley Rich, associate director of programs. For more information, call the Heskett Center at 978-3082.

Aug 21, 2008 — By WSU News Services — On Monday, Aug. 18, at 5:50 a.m., 7:50 a.m. and 9:50 a.m., KMUW FM89 will air Frank Dudgeon's interview with Sharon Iorio, dean of the College of Education at WSU, about the teacher shortage and Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education grants, which provide up to $16,000 for eligible recipients. They will also discuss the different skill sets needed by today's teachers as oppo

Aug 19, 2008 — By WSU News Services — The WSU Alumni Association presents the second annual "We're Not Back to School Bash" from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, in the Woodman Alumni Center parking lot. Bring your own chair and celebrate alumni and friends who do not have to return to classes this fall. Individual tickets are $20, or bring friends and purchase a pack of 10 tickets for only $150. Ticket price will include soda, beer,

Aug 26, 2008 — By WSU News Services — * Due to construction on Perimeter Road, parking on Fairmount Street will be limited until late October. Ulrich Museum visitor parking spaces are available at the south end of the Fairmount Street island just off of 17th Street. Look for the dark green signs that read "Ulrich Museum Visitor Parking." * Classes without payment arrangements will be dropped starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 15; W

Aug 15, 2008 — By WSU News Services — * Exploration Place is offering discounted Our Body: The Universe Within admission for all state employees, including WSU faculty/staff and their families, through Sunday, Aug. 17. Prices, which include admission to exhibits on flight, Kansas and Kids Explore, are $17.95, adults (16 and up); $15.95, youth (5-15); $3, children (2-4); and free for 2 and under. Faculty/staff must present WSU ID. Offe

Aug 12, 2008 — By WSU News Services — A celebration of life for Betty Welsbacher, professor emerita, special education in the School of Music, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at First Unitarian Universalist Church, 7202 E. 21st St. in Wichita. Welsbacher, who died July 31, is survived by her husband, Richard "Dick" Welsbacher; son Charles Richard "Rick" Welsbacher; daughter Anne Welsbacher and son-in-law Corey Swertfager; si

Aug 12, 2008 — By WSU News Services — * WSU unveiled an improved emergency communication system on Wednesday, Aug. 6. This new system will use e-mail and cellular text messaging to notify students, faculty and staff of emergencies on our campus. For more information, visit wichita.edu/alert. If you have questions, contact the WSU Helpdesk during regular business hours at (316) 978-HELP or helpdesk@wichita.edu. * The Alumni Associat