Shocker Blast: Friday, March 5, 2021

 

FEATURED STORIES

FAQ Fridays @ShockersCAPS join us tomorrow to hear the most frequently asked questions from the winning topic on FAQ Friday! March 5 | Facebook Live   Lifting Clinic @WichitaStateCampusRecreation This clinic will teach warm-ups for Olympic lifts. Lead by with Andy Sykes MEd, CSCS, FNS, USAW. March 5 | 12 p.m. | Facebook Live   FREE Dental Screenings Time to check your smile with a FREE dental screening! Call 978-4792 to make an appointment. March 5 | Appointment Only

Wellness events planned for today

Join the Wellness Services for a variety of programs today: Lifting Clinic, Dental Screenings and FAQ Fridays. Check out Twitter and Facebook for more great programs.


Free tutoring available to students

Need some help in your classes? Request a tutor now. Don't delay. The process to request a tutor from your myWSU portal has been updated. Find step-by-step instructions on the Student Success website at www.wichita.edu/tutoring.


Dr. Larisa Genin wants the Barton School of Business to work as a team effort. “We really want to exude that magical vibe, that magical energy of warmth, of collegiality," she said. "This sense of team coupled with happiness and joy contribute to that level of our culture.”

The power of 'We': Barton School of Business dean reflects on early successes

When Dr. Larisa Genin arrived as dean of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University in June 2019, she brought with her experience, passion and, most importantly, a commitment to collaboration. She credits the recent accomplishments of the Barton School to this team mentality.

“None of this would be possible without our team,” says Genin. “They’re the key to this success. Their intelligence, passion and dedication are what make the Barton School prosper. It’s important to provide a culture where all can thrive, and that’s what we’re doing.”

Read more about Dr. Genin

Shock the World! New Video on our YouTube Channel

Students share study-abroad experiences in video

Hear from shockers about their study abroad experiences in this new video. Shockers share their experiences about why they studied abroad and how it impacted their lives. The video includes a showcase of photos from many different study abroad programs and shockers over the years.

Watch the video


QuikTrip

Freshmen and senior surveys available

The CLA (Collegiate Learning Assessment) and NSSE (National Survey of Student Engagement) assessments are now in progress. Freshman and seniors, if selected to participate, you can find a link in Blackboard. Click on the link to find out how you might be eligible for a $25 QuikTrip or $25 Shocker Dollars card.

NEWS

Graduate School to close early today

The Graduate School will close for the day at 3 p.m. today for staff development. There is an after-hours dropbox outside our door in 107 Jardine Hall for anyone who needs to drop off materials. The office will reopen as usual on at 8 a.m. Monday, March 8. 


2021 Service-Learning Showcase. Submissions Open Due April 1

Service-Learning Showcase seeks submissions

The Service-Learning Showcase is a unique opportunity for students who participate in service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues. This year the showcase will be held in a digital format and judged by a team of community partner leaders.

The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty/staff, community partners and other students to engage in conversation about Wichita State University's commitment to the public good. Awards are presented in the following categories:

  • Outstanding Overall Service-Learning Project — $150 scholarship to winning entry
  • Innovation and Creativity in Problem Solving — $100 scholarship to winning entry
  • Community Impact/ Community Choice — $100 scholarship to winning entry
  • Collaboration and Leadership in Service-Learning — $100 scholarship to winning entry

Submissions are due on April 1.

More information about the Service-Learning Showcase


Textbook Feedback Survey We're Listening! Want to win a pair of Powerbeats Pro earbuds? Watch for an email from Student Affairs with a link to the online Textbook Feedback Survey. Complete the survey by March 16 and be entered to win!

Complete Textbook Feedback Survey to win earbuds or dining dollars

Want a pair of Powerbeats Pro earbuds? How about $100 worth of dining dollars? You can enter to be one of 13 winners by completing the Textbook Feedback Survey. All you need to do is find the survey link sent to your student email and complete the survey before March 16. It's that easy!

Questions? Reach out to vpstudentaffairs@wichita.edu or 316-978-3021.


Edible Book Festival: Enter by April 1, 2021. Wichita State University Libraries. libraries.wichita.edu/ediblebookfestival.

Entries now open for 2021 Edible Book Festival

Edible Book Festival is back! University Libraries invites all to join in on this culinary creation contest for a chance to win great local prizes. Enter online by April 1 at libraries.wichita.edu/ediblebookfestival. There you can find contest rules and entry photos from previous contests.

Basic rules are as follows:

  • This virtual event features contestants creating edible art based on their favorite literature.
  • Four prizes will be given — three based on judging and one on a popular vote.
  • Once created, contestants can upload photos to our website by April 1.
  • Anyone can then vote for the People's Choice winner April 5-8.
  • Winners will take home prizes announced April 9.

 

EVENTS

2021 Gender & Sexuality in Kansas Conference sponsored by the Shocker Sociology Department and the Office of Diversity & Inclusion.

Register for the 2021 virtual Gender & Sexuality in Kansas Conference

Registration is now open for the eighth annual Gender & Sexuality in Kansas Conference, which will be held virtually on from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 12.

Whether you plan to drop in and out to attend conference sessions or keynotes, or if you plan to the full day, attendees must you pre-register in order to receive conference Zoom links. (Note: Zoom authentication will be required, so you must create a free Zoom account if you don't yet have one). Pre-registration will be open until midnight on Monday, March 8. Conference links will be sent to those who register by Thursday, March 11.

As always, the conference is free and open to the public. To register, visit: wichita.edu/genderconference.

Literary Feast Wednesday, March 17

Join KMUW for Literary Feast about 'The Bad Muslim Discount'

Join KMUW's Literary Feast, a book club for public radio listeners featuring selections made by KMUW staff. For March 2021, we're reading and discussing "The Bad Muslim Discount" by Syed M. Masood. Booklist says "Masood adeptly balances humor with pathos in this unforgettable, twisting tale... A moving, comic take on the immigrant experience.” Registration is free and open to all. Once registered, we'll email you a link to join the conversation on Zoom at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 17. To learn more and register, visit kmuw.org/kmuw-literary-feast.


Linguistics Club hosting virtual event

WSU's Linguistics Club is Hosting a virtual event at 2 p.m. March 15 via Zoom. Email wsulingclub@gmail.com for more information. 


Help the Ulrich Museum of Art correct the Wikipedia records of women artists in its permanent collection. This virtual event takes place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6 and is free and open to all! To register: ulrich.wichita.edu/programs

Ulrich seeks volunteers for Edit-a-Thon

Help the Ulrich Museum of Art correct the Wikipedia records of women artists in its permanent collection. This virtual event takes place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6 and is free and open to all. To register: ulrich.wichita.edu/programs


SAC Presents Ran’D Shine Virtual Magician March 5, 2021 7 P.M. register at wichita.edu/sac

SAC event features virtual magician

Ran'D Shine is the face of the new millennium magician. He has wowed audiences with his brilliant presentation at the 44th Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C., as well as Capetown, South Africa. He has captured the imaginations of audiences from Hollywood to New York City for more than a decade. He has already read your mind and knows that you want to know more. Come see for yourself — and even learn a few tricks yourself. Make sure to have a deck of cards with you for this virtual event set for 7 p.m. today.

Register to attend at wichita.edu/SAC. For more information about SAC sponsored events, visit wichita.edu/SAC or contact us at SAC@wichita.edu.


Without inclusion, diversity initiatives may not be enough in science

Dr. Chandler Puritty will be speaking at 3:30 p.m. March 10 on "Without inclusion diversity initiatives may not be enough in Science," based on her article that appeared in Science magazine in 2017. She will be talking about the importance of quality mentorship for underrepresented minorities in science who are too often viewed as just a number. To log into the event, click here


Next Series, Wichita State vs. Dixie State @ Eck Stadium, March 5-7

Shocker Baseball hosts Dixie State

Shocker Baseball hosts a three-game series versus Dixie State this weekend, March 5-7. First pitch times are set for 3 p.m., 1 p.m. and 1 p.m. respectively. A limited amount of single game and free student tickets are available, so come out and enjoy a weekend of Shocker Baseball. Dates and times are subject to change.


Is Capitalism in Crisis? "Economics Bites on the Go" invites economist Dr. Vlad Tarko from University of Arizona to have a conversation with Wichita State faculty and students to discuss the legitimacy of the market economy. Time: March 5th 12:00 - 1:00 pm ZOOM MEETING ID: 379 883 4810 PASSCODE:200

Speaker presents 'Is Capitalism in Crisis?'

 "Economics Bites on the Go" invites economist Dr. Vlad Tarko from University of Arizona to have a conversation with Wichita State faculty and students to discuss the legitimacy of the market economy at noon on Friday, March 5. Zoom meeting ID: 379 883 4810; passcode: 200.


Lifting Clinic on Facebook Live. March 5. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Free event. Warm ups to the Olympic Lifts with Andy Sykes MEd, CSCS, FNS, USAW.

Andy Sykes leads lifting clinic

The next lifting clinic is from noon to 1 p.m. today on Campus Recreation's Facebook page. This week's clinic is about warm-ups to the Olympic lifts. Join Andy Sykes this Friday on Facebook Live.


Resume Building Lab

Students invited to resume building lab

Join the Shocker Career Accelerator in the Resume Building Lab at 10 a.m. today in the RSC's room 221. Whether you are applying for a part- or full-time position, on-campus employment, co-op or internship, graduate school admissions, research, fellowship, scholarships, or volunteer experience, you will need to develop and maintain a professional document to apply for these opportunities. Join this hands-on workshop to help you understand what information is required and the elements of a professional resume to pursue the perfect opportunity for your skillset.

Sign up for the resume building lab


Wichita State Volleyball vs Memphis; March 5 @ 7:00 PM; March 6th @ 1:00 PM; Charles Koch Arena; Students get in free with Shocker ID; Game dates & times subject to change. Visit GoShockers.com for up-to-date information

Shocker Volleyball takes on Memphis

Your 8-2 Shocker volleyball team is back in action at Charles Koch Arena this weekend with a two-match series against conference opponent, Memphis. Games are at 7 p.m. March 5 and 1 p.m. March. Shocker students receive free admission to all matches with a valid Shocker ID.


Seminar focuses on weather prediction, resilience

Dr. Russ Schumacher will speak at the DRAC Seminar series, "Advancing understanding and prediction of high-impact weather, and implications for resilience," at 11 a.m. Friday, March 12. 
 
Weather and climate have wide-ranging impacts on society, especially associated with the natural hazards produced by storms. These impacts range from fatalities and property destruction, to infrastructure damage, to disruptions to the economy. Major advances have been made in the understanding and prediction of hazardous weather in recent decades, which has been termed a quiet revolution. This allows for much more accurate weather forecasts that are capable of reducing the impacts on society. However, some of the most hazardous weather occurs on small time and space scales (for example, tornadoes and flash floods), or on large time and space scales (for example, drought) that are the least predictable.
 
There are also challenges with adequately disseminating and communicating forecast and warning information to vulnerable communities. This presentation will address some of the advances and remaining challenges in two specific areas. Flash flooding, which is among the deadliest weather hazards, naturally requires interdisciplinary approaches, because it involves meteorology, hydrology, urban planning, ecology, and more.
 
Schumacher is associate professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University and also serves as the Colorado State Climatologist and directory of the Colorado Climate Center.
 

UNIVERSITY LIFE

Nominate today! All Nominations for the annual Student Government Awards are due March 5, 2021 by 5:00 P.M. The Student Employee of the Year Award The Graduate Teaching Assistant of the Year The Academic Advisor of the Year

SGA award nominations due today

All three SGA Awards (The Wichita State University Student Employee of the Year Award, The Graduate Teaching Assistant of the Year, and the Academic Advisor of the Year) awards are still accepting nominations until 5 p.m. today. To learn more and submit a nomination, please visit wichita.edu/SGAawards. Questions? Please contact Gabriel Fonseca via email at gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu


WWSU Scholarship Applications wichita.edu/WWSUscholarship

WWSU Scholarship applications due May 31

Women of Wichita State University (WWSU) Scholarship/Fellowship Applications for 2021-2022 Academic Year must be received by May 31, 2021. WWSU administers the WSU Dames, CUW and the WWSU Scholarships. Preference will be given to non-traditional female students (graduate or undergraduate) with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipients must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester. For more information including guidelines and applications, go to wichita.edu/WWSUscholarship.

Women of Wichita State University was formed in the fall of 2018 by the combination of two groups: the Wichita State University Women's Association, founded in 1928; and the Council of University Women found in 1930. The purpose of the group is to serve the interests of the university, to provide student scholarships, and to promote social interaction and a sense of community among its members. 


Shocker Store. Now Open Sundays for Home Baseball Games. Our Braeburn Square location will be open 2 hours prior to the first opening pitch.

Shocker Store will be open before Sunday home baseball games

The Shocker Store’s Braeburn Square location will now be open on Sundays for home Shocker baseball games. The store will open the two hours prior to the first opening pitch and then close upon the start of the game. Go Shockers! 


Apply today! All Student Government Scholarships are due March 5, 2021 by 5:00 P.M. James J Rhatigan Leadership Scholarship International Student Scholarship SGA Endowed Scholarship SGA Summer Endowed Scholarship Learn more at wichita.edu/sgascholarships 

SGA scholarship applications due today

Student Government Association (SGA) scholarships are still open. You can apply on the SGA website at wichita.edu/sgascholarships. Applications will remain open 5 p.m. today. Be sure to apply.

RESEARCH

Share your matrilineal memories

Share your unique stories of home and be a part of this research visualization, a collaboration between the Ulrich Museum and the Departments of Dance and Sociology. “Sharing Matrilineal Memories at WSU,” the fourth exhibition in the "Solving for X = Identity" series is primarily focused on collecting memories of home for Wichita State students, faculty, staff, retirees, and alumni.

Please follow the link to the Google form to submit photos, as well as your responses to the following questions:

  1. What do you remember about your mother’s home?
  2. What do you remember about your grandmother’s home?

All submitted stories and images will be included in this "Solving for X" exhibition and on display in the Ulrich’s Grafly Gallery from Jan. 21 to May 8, 2021. If you have any questions, please contact Cheyla Clawson at cheyla.clawson@wichita.edu or 978-3378 or Twyla Hill at twyla.hill@wichita.edu or 978-7151.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Join us for our Reopening Friday, March 5th $5 build-your-own bowls Join us at Braeburn Square! Restaurant opens at 11 AM.

Journey East Asia Grill reopening today

We know you missed us, but don’t worry, WE ARE BACK! Join us at Journey East Asia Grill today for our store reopening. We will be offering $5 Build-Your-Own bowls all weekend! Store opens at 11 a.m. in Braeburn Square. 


Shocker Store Sale 

Sale on basketballs and volleyballs this week

This week at the Shocker Store, take 20% basketballs and volleyballs! Sale is in both the RSC and Braeburn Square stores and online at shockerstore.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Big Brothers Big Sisters virtual match program. Volunteer opportunity with the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Virtual Match Program. Volunteers (Bigs) will be matched with disadvantaged youth (Littles) and will meet virtually with their Little for 4-6 hours per month. Find out more about this volunteer opportunity by visiting Wichita.edu/CSB. For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu or call 3169763022.

Virtual volunteer opportunity with Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters

Join the Community Service Board and the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Virtual Match Program. Volunteers (Bigs) will be matched with disadvantaged youth (Littles) and will meet virtually with their Little for four to six hours per month. Students can learn more and register at Wichita.edu/CSB. Please email CSB@wichita.edu with any questions.


Wichita Clean Streams Wichita River Cleanup Crew. March 13th, April 10th, and May 8th from 9:30am to 12pm. Volunteer together to clean up the area around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. All service events may be cancelled due to COVID-19 mandates released by the university. Volunteers will be notified if the event is cancelled. For questions, email CSB@wihita.edu. Gloves and materials provided. Register at wichita.edu/volunteerict.

Volunteer opportunity with Wichita Clean Streams

Join Wichita Clean Stream’s Wichita River Cleanup Crew for a morning of cleaning up the area around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas rivers. Gloves and materials will be provided. Volunteers will meet at a location determined before the event. During this event, all volunteers will be expected to wear a mask and abide by physical distancing guidelines set forth by the university and Wichita Clean Streams.

For more information and to register, visit to Wichita.edu/CSB. Please email CSB@wichita.edu with any questions.