IRB announces revised application process
The revised “Common Rule” for the protection of human subjects went into effect on Jan. 21, 2019. As a result of this, we have revised our application process. There is now only one New Study Application that will need to be submitted. It can be found on the IRB website. Please make note of this and begin using the new form.
WSU Foundation sets goal to increase funding for faculty initiatives
The WSU Foundation has set its sights on growing support for faculty initiatives. Learn more from Provost Rick Muma.
Providing more scholarships for WSU students with financial need and funding faculty initiatives are among the highest priorities at Wichita State. That’s why I’m excited to learn the WSU Foundation will focus its fundraising efforts in the next 20 months on these two goals. They will be front and center for the final phase of the Shock the World Campaign.
We must invest in faculty in three primary ways. First, enhance salaries to make sure we don’t lose high-achieving educators to other institutions. Second, fund research that adds value to our community. And, third, give faculty the resources they need to direct student research and develop other applied learning opportunities for students. Through the Shock the World Campaign, it is my hope that every discipline at Wichita State has additional funds to support faculty, the backbone of our university.
More scholarship aid for students with financial limitations also is essential. As a public university, Wichita State’s most fundamental mission is to reduce barriers for those who desire higher education. Need-based scholarships open doors for those who can’t otherwise become Shockers. Our mission also focuses on creating a pipeline of talent to employers to help accelerate economic growth. Providing educational opportunity for those who can’t afford it will help accomplish this goal, while improving the economic trajectory for these students and their families. With first-generation students representing more than 40 percent of WSU’s enrollment, the need for more scholarships is urgent.
Shocker Nation has been exceptionally generous in giving to the Shock the World Campaign. In just the first five years of the campaign, contributions have increased scholarship awards by 50 percent. Please consider supporting our faculty and students during the final phase of the campaign.
What’s that huge metal egg-shaped thing by the Food Truck Plaza?
Anyone who has been east of the Food Truck Plaza on campus has probably seen a large, slightly egg-shaped structure being installed. That is what’s known as a pod, and it’s part of the new place-making initiative at Wichita State inviting students, employees and community members to “linger longer” on campus. https://wsu.news/pods
Shared Governance Discussion Groups scheduled on Feb. 5 and 7
During the town hall meeting in September, the university gathered feedback on four strategic priority areas. Priority #1 is to advance a culture of shared governance built on trust and integrity.
The university will hold discussion groups to bring faculty, staff, administration, and students together to discuss how we all can make an impact through shared governance. This will be a guided discussion to share with each other, learn from one another, and generate thoughts about shared governance at the university.
The discussion group will go through a process to:
- Identify the current perception of shared governance at the university.
- Identify how faculty, staff, and administration participate in shared governance.
- Identify who you think makes decisions, who is consulted, and who must approve decisions that are made.
- Vision what shared governance could be at the university.
There will be discussion groups scheduled at varying times as shown below.
2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5
9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 7
Please access myTraining on the myWSU Faculty/Staff page to register for a session. You may be asked to change sessions to make sure each session represents a cross-section of the University.
We will consolidate the input from each discussion group, identify consistent themes, and recommend a plan that will be shared at open forums to ensure that it accurately reflects the input from the discussion groups and to provide an opportunity for feedback.
Attention faculty! Sign-up now for CourseLeaf Curriculum (CIM) training
CourseLeaf Curriculum (CIM) is the new online curriculum change system replacing the current paper curriculum change forms. It is the complementary system to our existing online catalog (CAT).
WSU’s CIM go-live kicks off with training for faculty and staff involved in the curriculum change process, submitting and approving curriculum change forms, etc.
Two levels of training will be offered in various sessions Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 6-7. Go to myTraining on the Faculty / Staff tab in myWSU to review the details of each session and register for the one applicable to your role in the curriculum change process.
Duo Security Software demonstration for Administrative Processes and Procedures
WSU is required to deploy Duo two-factor authentication security to all faculty and staff. Duo adds a second layer of security to your WSU login account. Duo enhances security by requiring the use of a secondary device at login to verify your identity, which will ensure that others cannot access your account by obtaining your password. Information Technology Services is providing training on Duo Security on the following dates:
- 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, in 211 Hubbard Hall
- 2:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb 6, 142 RSC (limited space)
You can enroll in these sessions through my Training located on the myWSU portal; under faculty/Staff tab. The name of the training session is “Duo Security Software Demonstration.”
The purpose of this training is:
- To introduce Duo Security
- Provide demonstration on how to registering on Duo, and
- Frequently asked questions
WSU uses Duo Security for All WSU CAS (Central/Authentication Method) Authenticated sites which include myWSU, Banner 9, Self-Service, Outlook web access, PeopleAmin, Office 365 web access and more.
For more information about Duo, please refer to myWSU.wichita.edu portal and click on “Duo Two Factor Security” link.
Who should attend: All administrative assistants / staff, executive assistants, college and department business managers and more
Office of Research to hold compliance workshop on Friday, Feb. 8
The Office of Research Compliance Workshop: University Export Compliance 101 will be held from noon-1:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, in 405 Jardine Hall. The presenter will be Becky Hundley, MBA Director of Research Compliance.
U.S. export laws apply to higher education and you have personal liability. The Research Compliance Office is here to serve as a resource and provide training to protect not only the university, but help you, as an individual, be better informed and avoid export violations.
All call for WSU Graduate Student of the Year judges
The WSU Graduate Student of the Year scholarship competition is a competitive and prestigious opportunity for graduate students who have proven exemplary leadership, involvement, and service both to the WSU and Wichita communities. Applications and nominations are now open for students who wish to participate.
We are calling for judges to serve throughout the selection process. The dates and details for each round are available at the link below. We are looking for two different sets of judges, so upon indicating interest, please include which round you would be most interested in serving.
Round 1: Application Review – Completed by Thursday, Feb. 14
- This process would be going through the qualified applicants and meeting to decide on which students move onto the next round.
Round 2: Interviews / Presentations – Friday, Feb. 22
- Our judges panel will sit through a series of interviews which include a presentation of those selected to move on from the application round. Deliberation and decision on the final court of five students will follow the interviews.
Please send which round you would like to serve on or any questions to Kennedy Rogers at kennedy.rogers@wichita.edu or 978.7402.
Two candidates for assistant professor of public finance to make presentations
You’re invited to meet two candidates for assistant professor of public finance for the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs.
Xiaoheng Wang, doctoral candidate, Department of Public Administration at the University of Illinois at Chicago, will give a presentation from 3-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, in 207 Lindquist Hall.
Junghack Kim, Ph.D., visiting assistant professor in Public Finance in the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs at WSU, will give a presentation from 3-4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, in 207 Lindquist Hall.
More information on candidates
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.
Housing Town Hall set for today (Monday, Feb. 4)
Provost Rick Muma and Teri Hall, vice president of Student Affairs, will host Housing Town Hall meetings 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.
You’re invited to attend the Town Hall at 7 p.m. today (Monday, Feb. 4) in the Shocker Hall Lounge.
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.
A second Housing Town Hall meeting will be held at the Flats Clubhouse
Provost Rick Muma and Teri Hall, vice president of Student Affairs, will host Housing Town Hall meetings 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.
You’re invited to attend the Town Hall at 8:30 p.m. today (Monday, Feb. 4) in the Flats Clubhouse.
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.
University Libraries announces upcoming events
Upcoming events at the University Libraries include "Library Tips and Tools for Grad Students," "Trademark Tuesday," "A Call for Papers! How Do I Publish or Present at Conferences?," Visuals: How Do I Create Effective Research Posters?," and more. Students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
- “Library Tips and Tools for Grad Students” from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, in 217 Ablah Library, and 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7 in 217 Ablah Library. See event details at Library Tips and Tools and library events.
- “Trademark Tuesday” from 2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5 in 204 Ablah Library. See event details at Trademark Tuesday.
- “A Call for Papers! How Do I Publish or Present at Conferences?" from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, in 217 Ablah Library. See event details at A Call for Papers.
- “Visuals: How Do I Create Effective Research Posters?” from noon-1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details at Visuals / Research Posters.
- “Intellectual Property Basics” from 5:30 -7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details at Intellectual Property Basics.
- “Research: How Do I Write a Literature Review?” from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details at Write a Literature Review.
- "I've heard of Endnote: How Do I Get Started?" from noon-1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, in 217 Ablah Library. See event info at Endnote.
Managing Classroom discussion training available
Graduate Studies will offer a Managing Classroom discussion and lunch from noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, in 142 RSC. The presenter will be John Jones from the Media Resources Center.
One of the most effective teaching techniques we have at our disposal is discussion. In this training we will talk about managing discussion – how to draw out students, establish a safe space for students to explore ideas, and how to keep control without stifling student voices.
***This event is eligible for a digital credential (noncredit badge). Want more information? Visit the ProfDev Series section of the Blackboard class.***
Effective time and priority management is a skill everyone needs
Are your students missing assignments, classes and appointments, but you see their frequent posts on social media? Managing priorities, juggling multiple life roles, and trying to meet all academic deadlines can become overwhelming for many of our students. They can find resources such as our one page semester planner and tips such as putting assignments, exams and reminders in their calendars on the Student Success time management website.
Graduate student seeking participants for coping with depression research project
A WSU graduate student working on her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology is seeking volunteers to participate in a project that compares two approaches for coping with depression. This study will be conducted within the Department of Psychology (Jabara Hall) under the supervision of Robert Zettle, and will require your involvement for 18- 20 weeks. The study involves eight weekly treatment sessions.
The first two weeks involve one hour sessions and the remaining six sessions will be half-hour sessions. Participants who complete all sessions will be contacted one week and two months later for follow-up measures.
Participants must be at least 18 and will be screened in three stages to determine their eligibility.
If you are interested, complete an online survey (30 minutes) to assess your initial eligibility. The next two stages will be conducted in person for 20 and 50 minutes respectively.
For more information, contact Yvonne Chaw at jxchaw@shockers.wichita.edu or call 316-978-6347.
Writing Now / Reading Now: Margaret Malone
Margaret Malone
Margaret Malone is WSU’s spring 2019 visiting emerging write, and the author of “People Like You,” a 2016 Pen Hemingway finalist. A reception for Malone will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, at the Ulrich Museum of Art, followed by a reading at 6 p.m.
Writing Now / Reading Now is cosponsored by the WSU Department of English, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Watermark Books and Café, and the Ulrich Museum of Art.
Sign up by Friday, Feb. 8 in support of an annual fundraising event
Join the Exercise Science, Athletic Training and Team K12 student organizations at their annual fundraising event from 6-10 p.m. Friday March 1. Teams will compete to be crowned champion with some awesome prizes up for grabs. Register as a team or free agent online at www.wichita.edu/esso. Free T-shirts will be available for each team member. The deadline to sign up is Friday, Feb. 8. For more information contact Hannah at hrgoetzman@shockers.wichita.edu.
$15 Hoodie Sale at the Shocker Store
On Tuesday, Feb. 5, the Shocker Store's RSC location will have two different styles of hoodies available for $15 a piece! The sale begins at 8 a.m. and continues until we sell out. We have 650 hoodies available. The sale is first come, first-served, in-store only. Limit three per customer.
Seeking participants for a paid study
Computer users, 18 or older, are sought to participate in a research study investigating the effects of computer monitor resolution on user performance and experience. Do you digitally create / edit illustrations, photos, textures or animation?
The study will take place in McKinley Hall, and last about 90 minutes. Participants will earn $25 or six SONA credits if enrolled in a WSU psychology course.
If you’re interested in participating, take the screening survey. Questions can be directed to Christal Haskins at cahaskins@shockers.wichita.edu.
Marshall, Shockers join nationwide fight for literacy
Head Coach Gregg Marshall and Wichita State Men's Basketball continue in their partnership with Coaching for Literacy (CFL) to raise awareness about the issue of illiteracy in America and to provide support for young children struggling to read in Wichita.
Fans can support young students in Wichita by pledging a donation for each assist
recorded by the Shockers from Feb. 2-17. To make a pledge today visit www.pledgeit.org/shockersforliteracy
Coaching for Literacy guarantees that 100% of funds raised will benefit children
who take part in the literacy programming of the Fundamental Learning Center in Wichita.
Wu's Crew packages available this spring
Wu's Crew will be available for the 2019 Wichita State softball and baseball seasons. Youth organizations are invited to purchase a package that includes tickets for all members of the team (up to 30) and two coaches.