Campus Connection: Jan. 19, 2021

 

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Wichita State MDL connects with capitol for COVID-19 testing

Wichita State University’s Molecular Diagnostics Lab (MDL) is partnering with the Kansas capitol in Topeka to keep the state functioning during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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13th Annual MLK Commemoration Be The Dream The annual commemoration highlights and memorializes the work, accomplishments and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year's keynote speaker is Dr. Michael Waters, founder and lead pastor of the Abundant Life AME Church in Dallas, Texas. The 2021 Drum Major Award recipient will also be recognized. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 20 Register for the virtual program at Wichita.edu/odievents Phone (316) 978-3034 Email diversity@wichita.edu Web: wichita.edu/odi Office of Diversity and Inclusion visit Rhatigan Student Center STE 208 social media handle @wsudiversity

Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration highlights and memorializes the work, accomplishments and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The virtual event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20. This year's keynote speaker is Dr. Michael Waters, founder and lead pastor of the Abundant Life AME Church in Dallas, Texas.

The ODI is excited to announce the 2021 Drum Major Award recipient Counseling and Prevention Services, Dr. Selena Jackson. She will be recognized at the virtual program.

Register for the 13th annual MLK program.

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Take advantage of Bonus Discount Fridays at Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes

Members of the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Eat.Drink.Play. Rewards program can enjoy Bonus Discount Fridays in January. Each Friday, add 5% to your current rewards discount. Not a rewards member? Joining is free and easy, just ask us on your next visit! Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes (SSGL) is located in the basement of the Rhatigan Student Center.

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Ulrich Museum of Art Spring Exhibitions January 21-May 8, 2021 Gordon Parks: I, too, am America Renee Stout: Ghosts The XXIII Faculty Biennial: It's All Part of the Process Solving for X=Identity: Sharing Matrilineal Memories at WSU

Ulrich Museum of Art unveils four exciting exhibitions on Thursday

On Thursday, Jan. 21, the Ulrich Museum of Art at WSU will unveil its spring 2021 exhibitions. Although the Ulrich won't have the large public opening party it typically hosts, the exhibitions will be up starting Thursday morning, and the museum will be open for its regular hours. The Ulrich will be following the latest Sedgwick County guidelines that call for gatherings of no more than 25 people at a time, wearing masks and keeping at least 6 feet apart. Before visiting the museum, be sure to read the Safety Protocol on the Ulrich's website, which details all of its safe-distancing requirements.