Wichita State summer courses moving to online/remote format
The following information was shared with students, faculty and staff last Friday.
Dear students and faculty:
As our lives, both on campus and off, continue to be disrupted by the COVID-19 crisis, our priority remains the health, safety and well-being of our entire campus community. While we had hoped to be able to return to some sense of normal by the summer months, the situation remains uncertain.
Therefore, out of an abundance of caution, we have made the difficult decision to continue our online and/or remote academic instruction through the summer term.
Those courses that were already scheduled to be offered 100% online will remain as previously planned, and the usual online fee will be assessed.
Those courses that were originally scheduled to be held either partially or entirely in person will be moved to an online and/or remote format. The university will not assess any online fees for these courses.
Faculty who are scheduled to teach summer courses should begin any necessary preparations to transition their courses to an online and/or remote format. For more information on the support that is available, go to www.wichita.edu/bbnow.
Summer registration starts Monday, April 6. To learn more about summer courses, go to www.wichita.edu/summer. Students and faculty will see the new instructional method code (REM) indicating the course will be offered in an online and/or remote format.
I know these past few weeks haven’t been easy. I hope that providing this information now will provide some relief during these uncertain times. While we must continue to remain socially distanced from one another, I encourage you to check in – virtually – on your professors, students, classmates and colleagues and stay connected. And, most importantly, I encourage you to take care of yourself and continue to be well.
As always, you can find the latest updates and frequently asked questions regarding how WSU is adjusting to COVID-19 at www.wichita.edu/covid19news.
Respectfully,
Rick Muma,
Provost
New economic tool breaks down COVID-19 vulnerability on the service industry state
The novel Coronavirus has likely created an indelible mark on the global economy. But understanding how it has affected industries and occupations remains somewhat elusive, although more clarity is revealed daily, according to Jeremy Hill, director of Wichita State University’s Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR).
From the start of the global pandemic, health experts warned about public gathering places. Those same warnings gave rise to the now infamous phrase – “social distancing.”
As public health experts warned about highly trafficked areas, and states implemented stay-at-home orders, the manual service sectors that require face-to-face interactions were the first to see the economic ramifications, Hill says.
University Libraries to offer free webinar on IEEE courses
Join us for a free webinar to learn more about IEEE Courses from noon-12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9. To view log in information for the webinar, visit the event page.
PTAC to host virtual workshop April 14
Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) will host a virtual workshop regarding the basics of doing business with the federal, state and local governments.
The workshop titled “Competing for Government Contracts: Basic Training.” will be offered as a virtual program from 9-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 14. This program focuses on an overview of the way government agencies purchase goods and services. Also provided will be information on how a company can become a contractor to agencies at all levels of government.
The workshop will be taught by Deputy Program Director Scott Knapp. Registration will be required in advance to attend the workshop.
Wichita State teams with WPD to produce face shields for first responders
A relationship that started with friendship and drones is now helping produce face shields for first responders, a critical piece of equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This is an emergency situation, but we’ve been doing projects with WPD for (almost) three years now,” said Nathan Smith, Project Innovation Hub manager for Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. “The existing relationship was exactly why I was able to be contacted so quickly.”
On Thursday, Sergeant Teddy Wisely of the Wichita Police Department (WPD) and Smith delivered around 30 reusable face shields to the WPD. Wisely, on his gofundme.com page, calls the work a “community effort to tackle a community problem.”
Wichita State junior pitches in with sewing to make protective masks
Wichita State softball pitcher Caitlin Bingham learned to sew as a child. Softball, however, demanded most of her free time.
The COVID-19 pandemic put her back together with fabric and thread. Caitlin, from Tecumseh, Oklahoma, is sewing masks for medical personnel, inspired by a California pediatrician’s pleas for help on Facebook.
Ulrich Museum offers Museum at Home resources to help with self-distancing
The Ulrich Museum of Art on the Wichita State University campus is excited to offer several wonderful resources to help you stay connected to the arts -- and the museum -- during these difficult times of self-distancing.
Whether you're trying to develop lesson plans and activities for your kids, or just interested in furthering your own learning, stay connected to our website and our social media platforms for regular features meant to entertain and inform you as we get through this challenging period.
Among the resources now available:
Outdoor Sculpture Collection Coloring Pages. Need something to keep the kids busy? Or maybe you just need to escape from the news. If so, print out our Outdoor Sculpture Collection Coloring Pages, featuring some of your favorite pieces from our world-class Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection. Once you've finished coloring, feel free to share it with us at ulrich@wichita.edu. We'll show off your masterpieces on social media!
"Meet Me in the Vault." We encourage you to explore our new Collection Portal (accessible through our website[BROKEN LINK]), pick your favorite work of art from our permanent collection, and email it to us at ulrich@wichita.edu. Please include the artist, title, and your name with a brief statement about why this piece is one of your favorites. Your picks will be shared on social media!
From all of us at the Ulrich, stay safe and healthy, and keep in touch.
Talk with Toby coming to your home
Hangout with Toby and Andy this Friday, April 10. Learn more about how the human body uses food to power life and movement.
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RSC Engraving resumes production
Having now settled into working remotely and social distancing, the RSC Engraving Shop is ready to resume production to serve all of your engraving and award needs. We realize that while in-person classes have been temporarily halted, the need to recognize students, faculty and staff for their achievements may be more important than ever!
In an effort to promote social distancing, in-person orders are not being taken at the present time. Instead, you can start an order by emailing rsc.engraving@wichita.edu or leaving a voicemail message at 316-978-7048.
Upon completion, we will arrange for curbside service for pick-ups or even deliver completed orders when feasible.
$7 color tees online at the Shocker Store
From now to Sunday, April 12, you can grab our popular color tees for just $7 each at shockerstore.com. There are eight colors to choose from! Plus, enjoy free shipping on orders over $25, or choose our curbside pick-up option. Not valid with other discounts or promotions, some exclusions apply.