Be informed on the Shock the Future Referendum
The Shock the Future Referendum proposes improvements created by students, faculty and staff groups for academic and student success infrastructure needs.
Renderings of the improved environments will be for Clinton Hall, College of Engineering, College of Health Professions, College of Applied Studies and LAS Psychology, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, W. Frank Barton School of Business, Institute for Interdisciplinary Innovation, College of Fine Arts, Career Development Center, and University Libraries.
Make sure to encourage students to examine the posters in the various buildings so that they can have a better understanding of the Shock the Future Referendum.
Health Professions to host Shock the Future Town Hall
Sandra Bibb, dean of the College of Health professions, will host a Town Hall for Shock the Future at noon Tuesday, Jan. 22, in 200 Ahlberg Hall.
The meeting is being held to answer questions and spark discussion on the Shock the Future Referendum, a student-led campaign that identifies a list of academic and student success infrastructure needs.
This is your opportunity to listen to students’ thoughts on WSU’s future, and find out more about the potential changes coming to our campus.
Classroom Technology training schedule – spring 2019
Classrooms across campus are equipped with uniform technology and media equipment. Access is available to faculty and staff with consistent keys for most classrooms that are issued during a short training session. We encourage you to bring your personal laptop to test in the room during training. If there are additional needs or questions, please call 978-3588.
Faculty are encouraged to verify that their assigned rooms have the technology they need prior to the start of the semester.
Classroom Technology Training Schedule
GRASP student abstracts are due by Feb. 18
Graduate Research & Scholarly Projects (GRASP) student abstracts are due by Monday, Feb. 18. View GRASP deadlines and instructions at http://www.wichita.edu/grasp. Graduate student research is showcased at a university-wide annual poster symposium on April 26. 2019. Prizes are awarded.
Weekly Briefing update
Here's a recap of the news from yesterday's (Thursday, Jan. 17) Weekly Briefing.
Shock the Future website / upcoming deans featured
With the student referendum on infrastructure improvements set for March, we want to let you know that the Shock the Future website is now live at wichita.edu/shockthefuture. There you’ll find a FAQ, videos about the proposed improvements, ways you can have your voice heard and more.
In addition, our weekly briefings through the end of February will feature the deans of Health Professions, Fairmount College, University Libraries, Applied Studies and Engineering—as well as Provost Rick Muma on Feb. 28—to share what the referendum means to their colleges and the entire student body.
We encourage everyone to visit the website, attend these briefings, ask questions, and learn more about the positive impact these improvements will make for current and future students.
ROTC at WSU
If you’ve been on campus recently, you may have noticed that there have been uniformed Army personnel visiting Shocker Nation. Today we are excited to announce that we are in the beginning stages of bringing ROTC to Wichita State. We look forward to this exciting new initiative and will announce further details as they transpire.
Campus update
As the campus continues to develop, we’re happy to announce that work on the next partnership building, known as P3, and the new Crash Dynamics Lab is underway. Both will be located at 18th and Innovation Blvd.
- Also, the Hyatt Place hotel is scheduled to break ground this spring near 19th and Oliver.
- There are active negotiations with other retailers at Braeburn Square.
- Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is scheduled to open at Braeburn Square this August.
- Our newest living option, The Suites, will be open by summer.
- And Wilkins Stadium is currently adding a landscape drainage area to handle a hundred-year rainfall.
We’ll keep you updated on these developments, and more, when details become available.
Innovation Awards, Jan. 22
With innovation at the center of everything we do, we invite you to Wichita State’s fourth annual Innovation Awards on Jan. 22.
The Innovation Awards, hosted by WSU Ventures and WSU Strategic Initiatives, recognize students, faculty, staff and partners who execute programs and initiatives that greatly impact achievement of the university’s mission and vision.
The event is from 3-4 p.m. in the Rhatigan Student Center Beggs Ballroom. It’s free and open to the public.
University closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Monday, Jan. 21
In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the university will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21.
The university will also celebrate Dr. King with events on campus, and through a citywide collaboration, from today through Jan. 24. Capping off this series of events is the Office of Diversity and Inclusion’s 11th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Commemoration at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, in the Rhatigan Student Center Beggs Ballroom.
Many of these events are free, and we encourage everyone to attend.
For a compiled guide to this year’s events, visit wichita.edu/MLK.
Olathe high school senior wins WSU's Linwood Sexton Scholarship
Bryant Lewis, a senior at Olathe East High School, has been named the 2019 Linwood Sexton Scholar at Wichita State.
Lewis will receive a full ride to attend WSU as a business management major starting this fall. At his high school, Lewis is enrolled in a rigorous college-prep program, Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID), taking numerous honors and AP courses.
‘Teaching in the American Classroom’
“Teaching in the American Classroom” is for anyone who is currently teaching at WSU or who wishes to teach at WSU in the future, and is not familiar with higher education institutions in the United States. The presenter will be Freh Wuhib in Instructional Design & Access, from noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, in 142 RSC. Lunch will be provided for the first 30 students.
Join us and learn about different classroom formats in American higher education institutions, diversity in the American classroom, and cultural interactions with students, colleagues and faculty. Also covered will be available resources to support challenges that arise within the American classroom and academic assessment strategies.
* This event is eligible for a digital credential (noncredit badge). Want more information? Visit the ProfDev Series section of the Blackboard class.
Summer Leadership Institute squad leaders wanted
Are you interested in leadership development of yourself and your students? We are calling for five cluster facilitators at the 2019 Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) this year. The five-day event will take place from May 20-24. We will host a few meetings leading up to the event to discuss logistics and preparations for the week.
This week is time spent developing yourself as well as mentoring our students through their leadership journey. You’ll be part of community building and leadership exploration both during the institute as well as when we return to campus!
If you are interested, please fill out the application online.
Coming soon: CARS Conference at Wichita State
This year, the conference will present participants with TRIO talks ranging from "Summer Enrichment" to "Successfully instill STEAM in First Generation Students."
More information and registration
Join the Leadership Book Club
Where are they now? 2014 Barton Scholar Bailey Bryand
Past recipient of the Clay Barton Endowed Scholarship and current Master of Innovation Design student, Bailey Bryand, believes in order for one to improve, one must innovate themselves. He has lived by this philosophy throughout his high school, college and professional career.
Creative Bliss collaborates with Center for Combating Human Trafficking on Final Friday exhibition
Creative Bliss will host a Final Friday exhibition in collaboration with the WSU Center for Combating Human Trafficking from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at 340 S. Main Street in Wichita. This exhibition will feature artworks that reflect on the various impacts of human trafficking, personal responses, and recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
Creative Bliss will host a Final Friday art show from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at
340 S. Main Street in Wichita, featuring art from art therapists, social workers,
counselors, community artists and creative individuals from all walks of life including
survivors. Come see art works of various media, meet some of the artists, and learn
about art therapy! Viewing the artwork is free, snacks are provided (while they last),
and selections of art will be for sale.
Final Friday Art Exhibition
University Libraries to hold scavenger hunt
How easily can you find an article? Locate online library services? Test yourself with the Library Scavenger Hunt! There are two parts to this scavenger hunt, which is held in Ablah Library during all library hours from 7:30 a.m. (opening) Monday, Jan. 28 to 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1.
Locate library sources online, and visit library customer service areas in person during office hours. Play for prizes! Get started online at Scavenger Hunt or pick up play sheets in Ablah Library.
Encourage students to apply for Senior Honor awards
Applications are being sought for Wichita State’s 2019 Senior Honor awards. This is considered to be one of the most prestigious honors a student can receive at WSU. Up to 10 students are chosen for this honor each year. The application deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8. To review the eligibility requirements and application process, go to Senior Honor awards.
Students need to apply by Jan. 25 to present at Capitol poster symposium
Applications to present at the annual Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol poster symposium are due by Friday, Jan. 25. Encourage your students to apply.
For more information about this opportunity to showcase student research to legislators and members of KBOR, visit undergrad research or email undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.
Veterans Administration plans campus visit to provide help with healthcare
Let the VA (Veterans Administration) help you gain access to your VA healthcare and the service that you deserve. VA representatives will visit campus from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, in the Rhatigan Student Center.
Social work, human resources, patient benefits, volunteer services, veteran experience office, public affairs and business development personnel will be on hand to answer your questions.
This event is open to all veterans, dependents, family members using GI benefits and individuals who would like to learn more about veteran benefits, get assistance with enrolling, discuss volunteer opportunities at the VA, and how to apply for federal positions on USA Jobs.
11th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Commemoration
Let us remember Dr. King's legacy by joining the Office of Diversity and Inclusion
for the 11th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Commemoration at 5:30 p.m. Thursday,
Jan. 24, in the Rhatigan Student Center Shirley Beggs Ballroom.
Learn about and reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. King and collaboratively envision ways to carry forward his work, as well as participate in an impactful, inclusive and engaging celebration of his life. We will also recognize the 2019 Drum Major Award recipient.
MLK Day bowling special
Enjoy $1.50 bowling games from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes. Rental shoes are included free of charge!