Academic Convocation with Bryan Stevenson is tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 20)
Academic Convocation is at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 20) in Wilner Auditorium. Our keynote speaker is Bryan Stevenson, author of this year's WSU Reads book “Just Mercy,” and he will sign books prior to the event at a light breakfast at 8 a.m. in the Ulrich Museum.
Wilner Auditorium seating will be reserved for WSU students, faculty and staff. All Wichita community members are welcome to remain in the Ulrich Museum or go to the commons area in Wilner to watch the live-streamed event. The convocation will be available at Academic Convocation.
For questions, contact Student Success: First-Year Programs, at 978-5420 or email Caitlin Putnal at caitlin.putnal@wichita.edu.
Academic Convocation will preempt the WSU Weekly Briefing this week
Because of the importance of tomorrow's Academic Convocation, there will not be a WSU Weekly Briefing on Thursday, Sept. 20.
The next briefing will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, in the Marcus Welcome Center.
FEMA and FCC to conduct nationwide test and how that may affect you
At 1:18 p.m. CDT on either Sept. 20 or Oct. 3, FEMA and the FCC will conduct a nationwide test of both WEA and EAS to assess the operational readiness of the infrastructure for distribution of national emergency or disaster messages and determine whether technological improvements are needed.
This is the first national WEA test to cell phones. The message will be Presidential Alert and will read “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.
Psssst. Can I see your notes?
How would you answer that question? Do your notes even make sense? Are they organized and in an appropriate format from which to study? If the pages of your textbook are covered in highlighter because you aren't sure what information is important (so you highlighted it all), or if you need tips on how to organize your notes or prep for an exam, we can help! Go to study skills to get some quick tips online or go to the new Shocker Learning Center (SLC) in 107 Lindquist Hall for help in person.
New Shocker Store to hold grand opening event
The newest Shocker Store location in Wichita State University's retail area, Braeburn Square, will have its grand opening from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. The first 50 guests through the door will receive a Shocker Store gift card with a random dollar amount on it. The next 50 guests through the door will receive a Shocker Store T-shirt.
There will also be a ribbon cutting from noon-4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, with the actual ceremony occurring at 12:15 p.m. Guests will be able to tour and shop the new store.
This new location will be a 2,840-square-foot store with Shocker merchandise geared toward sports fans, alumni and the WSU community. It will feature an extended line of Shocker apparel, different from the merchandise carried in the Rhatigan Student Center's Shocker Store.
Hours of operation will be 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday.
Stay informed with updates from the Shocker Store! Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shockerstore; Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/wsu_rsc; Visit us www.shockerstore.com; Sign up for RSC Happenings newsletter by emailing rsc.marketing@wichita.edu.
Constitution Day returns to WSU on Thursday, Sept. 20
The Kansas Court of Appeals will return to campus on Thursday, Sept. 20, in recognition of Constitution Day. A three-judge panel of the state appellate court will hear oral arguments in appeals for five cases from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 20, in the CAC Theater. Cases will be heard consecutively beginning at 9 a.m. After a recess for lunch, the court will reconvene at 1:30 p.m.
In 2014, West Virginia Senator Robert Byrd made an amendment to the Omnibus Spending Bill requiring all government-funded schools and federal agencies to provide educational programming on the United States Constitution.
Here are the case summaries to be heard at WSU.
WSU Cops support Shocks!
Between now and Halloween, the WSU Police Department challenges students, faculty and staff to donate canned food and non-perishables for the Shocker Support Locker. The Shocker Support Locker is running low fairly often, and there is a need now for some students than ever before.
If you want to make a difference, give your donation to any uniform officer on campus or bring donations to the University Police Department.
If you want an opportunity to win a WSU mug or WSU Police Department challenge coin as part of a raffle at the end of the drive, just leave your name and phone number with the officer or at the University Police Department when making a donation of any size.
WSU Cops support Shocks and they challenge you to do the same!
Donation Wish List
- PROTEINS: peanut butter, canned chicken/tuna, beans, canned chili, nuts
- FRUITS: canned fruits, applesauce, tomato juice, raisins, dried fruit
- GRAINS: pasta, rice, cereal, noodles, oatmeal
- MEALS & MIXES: baking mixes, soups, instant potatoes, mac and cheese, hamburger helper, spaghetti sauce
- SNACKS: granola bars, crackers, popcorn, pudding
Students, faculty and staff are welcome at the Shocker Support Locker
The Shocker Support Locker was founded in 2015 by the WSU Student Government Association to relieve food insecurity among WSU community members. Today, the locker provides both nonperishable and fresh food items, as well as hygiene products, professional clothing and textbooks.
Individuals who would like to use the Shocker Support Locker must be currently enrolled at Wichita State as students or currently employed faculty or staff. If you fit this criterion, you are welcome to use the pantry once per week and may take up to 10 items per visit.
For more information or questions about the Shocker Support Locker call 978-3480 or visit Shocker Support Locker.
Learn how officiating can be a lucrative business
As a Wichita State alumnus, John Blazek got his start in officiating through WSU intramurals. He is currently the NCAA Division II National Coordinator of Men's Basketball Officials and the Supervisor of Officials for the KCAC and KJCCC.
Blazek will discuss that officiating is a business, not a hobby, and that the business is entirely centered around people. Learn all about how to make officiating a lucrative business from 6-7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 20) in 105 Heskett Center.
RH: Three items to watch this week
Here are three storylines to watch this week in Shocker athletics:
Shocker volleyball opens its Koch Arena schedule and American Athletic Conference play at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21 vs. Tulane.
Junior Fatima Bizhukova starts the tennis season ranked No. 36 nationally in singles, the highest spot by a Shocker since 2009-10.
Wichita State softball opens its fall schedule vs. Avila (1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22) and Crowder College (1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 23) at Wilkins Stadium.
Keep Calm & Breathe On invitation
Join the Counseling and Testing Center again this semester for Keep Calm & Breathe On. Drop in to build structured relaxation time into your life and learn techniques to do relaxation on your own. You will be led in meditation, mindfulness and relaxation practices. The meetings are from 12:15-12:45 p.m. every Wednesday In 257 RSC. Drop in or contact the Counseling and Testing Center for more information at 978-3440.
Physical Therapy students seek volunteers for neck pain study
Do you have neck pain? See if you qualify for a free neck massage! We are conducting a research study to determine the effects of traditional massage vs traditional massage augmented by paraffin heat pack on neck pain. As part of this study, we will collect data about cervical strength, pain, range of motion and disability score based on the Neck Disability Index scale.
The study will take place at the WSU Old Town Center and participation will require about one hour of your time. We will then need you to return two to three days later to take final measurements, which will take approximately 20 minutes. If you are interested in participating or learning more about this study, go to neck pain study.
Seeking participants for a paid study
Participants are sought for a paid study exploring the uses and benefits of using high resolution computer monitors.
Do you use a high resolution computer monitor (e.g., Apple Retina Display, Quad HD, 4k, 5k) to play computer video games, create / edit digital media or animation, design 3D models, buildings, or websites, program or develop software?
We are seeking computer users, 18 or older, to participate in a focus group on high resolution computer monitors.
Focus group sessions will take place in person if you are local, or remotely via video conferencing for non-locals, and last about 90-120 minutes. Participants in the study will earn $25 for their time (paid using cash if local or Paypal or Amazon e-gift card if non-local).
If you are interested in participating, please take a few minutes to take the screening survey -- https://wichitastate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XdGBDAwLjIrzrT. If you qualify for the focus group discussion, you will be contacted by the researcher to schedule a time to participate.
Questions can be directed to Christal Haskins at cahaskins@shockers.wichita.edu.
Literacy Camp combines fun and reading at Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
Students and faculty at the Wichita State Speech-Language-Hearing clinic have seen firsthand the difference their programs make in the community. When Karissa Marble-Flint and Colleen Novak, faculty members in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department, recognized a need for reading assistance with Wichita children, they decided to create the first Summer Literacy Camp at the clinic.
Marble-Flint and Novak developed the camp for children who had completed kindergarten, first and second grades with language-literacy difficulties or disorders. The six-week-long program used storytelling, activities and hands-on materials to strengthen the children's literacy skills. Speech-Language Pathology graduate students and faculty facilitated a variety of activities designed to improve reading and language comprehension.
Have a fun break between classes at ISU's karaoke event
International Student Union (ISU) invites you to ISU's Karaoke event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, in the Starbucks Lounge, Rhatigan Student Center.
SAC presents ‘Identity Exploration: An Interactive Discussion'
Care to have a discussion? Student Activities Council (SAC) presents “Identity Exploration: An Interactive Discussion,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, and Wednesday, Sept. 26, in 142 RSC. This program encourages students to explore, develop, and understand their personal identities. This event will include activities, discussion and free food. Spacing is limited, please reserve your spot at wichita.edu/sac.
Join us for Community Psychology Exploration Day
Are you interested in Grad School? Have you considered a doctorate in community psychology? Join us for Community Psychology Exploration Day between 2-4 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 20) in 207 Lindquist Hall. Learn more about the field and network with community psychologists. Come and enjoy snacks, drinks, prizes and more!
Student Involvement welcomes new sorority on campus
Student Involvement is excited to announce a new sorority on campus. The Chi chapter of Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority, Latinas Poderosas Unidas Inc. will have its founding line presentation at 8:06 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24, on the RSC east patio.
The campus community is invited to attend this historic event as we welcome our second Latina-oriented sorority to campus.
For more information, contact Student Involvement at getinvolved@wichita.edu or call 978-3022. For more information about Lambda Pi Upsilon, click here.
Student veteran to be accepted into Student Veterans of America's Leadership Institute
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Wichita State student veteran, Ciaban Peterson, who has been actively advocating for veterans on campus, will be accepted into Student Veterans of America's (SVA) Leadership Institute in Washington D.C., Sept. 20-23. This is an honor that is extended to only 100 student veterans each year who are elected SVA chapter officers. These students are selected from some of the best performing schools across America.
Peterson is a senior at WSU studying Management Information Systems. He is a Marine (veteran) and served from 2010-2015, and was deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom.
‘Intro to SurveyMonkey' workshop on Sept. 27
University Libraries is holding the workshop "Intro to SurveyMonkey” from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, in 217 Ablah Library. Learn how to create surveys, get responses, analyze results, and display results graphically using the web based tool SurveyMonkey.
During this hands-on workshop each participant will practice creating a simple survey. This is one in a series of Digital Literacy workshops this semester, and is open to all WSU students, faculty and staff.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, visit Digital Literacy Workshops. Seats are limited, so sign up today! RSVP
‘Where can I Find Primary Sources?' workshop on Sept. 28
University Libraries is holding the workshop “Where Can I Find Primary Sources?” from noon-1:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in 217 Ablah Library. Discover library databases and open websites for various types of primary sources, including diaries, company records, photographs and maps in this very helpful workshop.
This is one in a series of Savvy Researcher workshops this semester. The workshops in this series are open to WSU students, faculty and staff.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, visit Savvy Researcher. Sign up for workshops in this very helpful series! RSVP.
Pumpkin Run announces new charity partner
Campus Recreation is excited to announce its new charity partner Sigma Psi Zeta. For the next three years, $1 from every Pumpkin Run registration and any additional donations will go toward supporting the ICT SOS Wichita-based human trafficking prevention nonprofit organization.
Campus Recreation is appreciates working with Sigma Psi Zeta to help educate and bring awareness to the WSU community on such an important issue. You can register for a run and make a donation at Pumpkin Run.
RSC Unplugged: Ellie Green
Stop by the Rhatigan Student Center every Wednesday for the live music series, RSC Unplugged. RSC Unplugged will feature Ellie Green from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 19) in the RSC's Starbucks Lounge. Grab a cup of coffee and relax with some great music!
WSU Night at the Alley on Sept. 29
Looking for a Wichita hangout to spend time with family in town for Family Weekend? We've got you covered! We rented out The Ally, 11413 East 13th Street N., from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, and you and your family are all invited. Two hours of unlimited bowling and go-karts is the perfect way to spend your evening in the ICT. Pre-registration for this event is available through the Family Weekend page at wichita.edu/familyweekend.