Celebrate #GivingTuesday with the WSU Foundation
This #GivingTuesday (Nov. 27), the WSU Foundation will celebrate the many Shockers who support Wichita State University through their giving. #GivingTuesday harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.
Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year's #GivingTuesday will take place on Nov. 27, and will kick off the giving season by inspiring people to give back.
Notice of Revisions to the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects
The revised “Common Rule” for the protection of human subjects is set to go into effect on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. This involves some big changes in the way research is reviewed and approved by the IRB. In order to implement the changes, there will be a submission freeze on all new study submissions from Dec. 15, 2018 to Jan. 21, 2019.
For more information, go to the IRB website
Job opening in the Electrical Shop
The Electrical Shop is looking for a Journeyman (Licensed) Electrician. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26. To apply, go to employment opportunity and follow the directions. For questions or assistance, contact the Talent Acquisition Team.
First successful WSU crowdfunding campaign recently completed!
Congratulations to the WSU Office of Diversity and Inclusion for creating, running and completing the first successful crowdfunding campaign through the GiveCampus social fundraising platform, sponsored by the WSU Foundation. The goal of the campaign was to raise $3,000 for scholarships for students who are members of the WSU organization Spectrum: LGBTQ & Allies. By achieving the campaign goal, a donor match of $3,000 was activated and added to an already endowed fund to help increase awards for future students.
The Muma-Case Equality Scholarship is awarded each spring and this year's award will be the largest in the scholarship's history thanks to the generous support of campaign donors. Applications are being accepted now through April 1, 2019. Click here to learn more about the scholarship and application process.
More information about this scholarship and other LGBTQ resources on campus can be found at www.wichita.edu/LGBTQ.
To view the successful campaign page created by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion click here, or for information on how the GiveCampus platform can help achieve your fundraising goals, go to HTTP://BIT.LY/WSUGIVECAMPUS.
Faculty Senate to meet on Monday, Nov. 26
The Faculty Senate plans to meet from 3:30-5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26, in 126 Clinton Hall.
To see the agenda for the meeting and minutes from the previous meeting, go to Faculty Senate.
Plans announced for 3rd annual DiverseCity
On behalf of the President's Diversity Council, we are proud to announce our 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity from Monday-Friday, April 15-19, 2019. This week-long event gives Shocker Nation a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations in the campus community that were made possible through diversity. Throughout the week, we encourage you to stop by and support the various events being hosted. This is a great way to get involved at Wichita State University and celebrate the various kinds of diversity we have to offer. A list of events will be available during DiverseCity.
DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off
President Bardo and Marche Fleming-Randle, vice president for Diversity and Community Engagement, will provide remarks to kick-off the start of DiverseCity. We encourage you to stop by and view all of the work from the submissions that highlight successes related to diversity. The showcase kick-off takes from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, April 15, in 233 Rhatigan Student Center.
Call for submissions!
All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual / group projects, workshops, events, mixed media, photography or artwork. The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2019.
For more information and to submit your entry, go to DiverseCity.
Excellence award nominations are being accepted by Office of Research and Technology Transfer
Nominations for Excellence Awards in Research, Creativity and Community Research are now being accepted by the Office of Research and Technology Transfer (RTT).
All full-time faculty, including distinguished professors and endowed chairs, who have served at WSU for at least three years are eligible. Faculty who hold an administrative position above that of chair are not eligible.
Previous winners of the award are ineligible to be nominated for a period of five years following the award. Please see the RTT website for additional details and nomination forms. Nominations must be received by Friday, Dec. 7, to be considered.
Total Rewards requesting Open Enrollment feedback
The Total Rewards team would like to recognize the efforts of every department at WSU for a very successful Open Enrollment season. KDHE has indicated that Open Enrollment will be an active enrollment each year moving forward.
With an eye on the future, the Total Rewards team is asking that everyone who participated in Open Enrollment share their feedback on how we can improve communications and resources available next year. Please give five minutes of your time to take a brief survey on your computer or mobile device. We appreciate your time and input!
If you have feedback you would like to share on 2019 plan changes, including employee cost, plan options or carriers, you can submit this feedback directly to the Kansas Healthcare Commission at kdhe.benefits@ks.gov.
Now accepting applications for Retention Faculty Fellows!
Faculty who are interested in serving as a Retention Faculty Fellow are encouraged to review the position description and submit the application materials. Retention Faculty Fellows will work with Student Success and Success Coaches to support the goals of the Strategic Enrollment Management Plan and identify and support students in their college who may be at risk of not persisting to graduation. If after reviewing the position description you have questions, please email kim.sandlin@wichita.edu.
Black Friday at the Shocker Store
Searching for the perfect gift for your favorite Shocker fan? Save big on Shocker gear at the Shocker Store's Black Friday Sale! On Friday, Nov, 23 and Saturday, Nov. 24, at their Braeburn Square location only, take 25 percent off storewide! Store hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. both days. See you there, Shocker Nation!
Faculty make a lasting impact
Mike Everhart
Faculty members have the potential to change the lives and influence the professional paths of hundreds of students. Mike Everhart knows this first-hand.
Drum Major Award nominations open
The Drum Major Award recognizes a person who seeks greatness, but does so through service and love. This award is given annually at the Martin Luther King Unity Walk.
Nominations are encouraged starting today (Tuesday, Nov. 6) at Drum Major Award - Wichita.edu/MLK.
An excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Drum Major Instinct speech states, “If you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice, say that I was a drum major for peace: I was a drum major for righteousness."
For more information, contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 978-3034 or visit wichita.edu/mlk.
Nominate a deserving individual by Monday, Jan. 7.
Enjoy the Holiday Pops Concert
Holiday fun for the whole family! The WSU Symphony presents a program of seasonal favorites from classical and popular traditions at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, in Miller Concert Hall.
Tchaikovsky's Nutcrackerballet is synonymous with Christmas celebrations, while Britten's Men of Goodwill is a delightful set of variations on “God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen.” Longtime Tonight Show arranger Tommy Newsom offers a brassy take on “Joy to the World.” A surprise guest narrator will join the orchestra to read the timeless classic The Night Before Christmas.
The outstanding A Cappella Choir and Concert Chorale offer two contemporary selections for voices and orchestra. Everyone is invited to join in singing Stephenson's stirring medley of beloved carols.
Mark Laycock, WSU Director of Orchestras, will share conducting duties with colleagues Michael Hanawalt and Thomas Wine. Gabriela Garzon, a graduate student majoring in orchestral conducting, will also appear.
For tickets, contact the WSU Fine Arts Box Office or call 978-3233.
Annual Christmas Organ Concert coming Wednesday, Nov. 28
The next Wednesdays in Wiedemann will feature Lynne Davis performing the annual Christmas Organ Concert at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, in Wiedemann Hall. Admission is free.
Game Day Sale at the Shocker Store
On Sunday, Nov. 25, head to the Shocker Store at Braeburn Square to take advantage of their Game Day Sale! The day of every men's home basketball game you can take 20 percent off your entire purchase! (Braeburn Square Store only, some exclusions may apply)
Enjoy pizza and help raise funds for the Wichita Children's Home
Six Wichita State business students have teamed up with Piatto Neapolitan Pizzeria for their class project to support the Wichita Children's Home. On Tuesday, Nov. 27, you can support their mission to benefit the children's home by going out and enjoying some pizza with friends and family. Piatto will donate 10 percent of the proceeds to the children's home, and there is no need to mention the fundraiser. Please plan to attend!
Enjoy fresh food and support the Wichita Children's Home
Six Wichita State business students have teamed up with Freddy's for their class project to support the Wichita Children's Home. On Wednesday, Nov. 28, you can support their mission to benefit the children's home by going out to any of Freddy's five Wichita locations from 5-9 p.m., and mention the fundraiser. Freddy's will donate 15 percent of the proceeds to the Wichita Children's Home. Please plan to attend and bring a friend!