Annual training on budgeting system coming April 29-May 3
The time for submission of FY 2020 annual budget requests is fast approaching. If you are a Budget Officer or Review Officer, annual training on the budgeting system and process is required and will be held Monday, April 29 to Friday, May 3.
Sign-up for the training sessions by going to myWSU and enrolling through the myTraining link for the sessions titled “Fiscal Year Budget and TM1 Information.” We will also hold two open labs on Wednesday, May 8 and 15 to provide more targeted one-on-one training for those who may need additional assistance after attending one of the initial training sessions.
Planned dates for completion of the various phases of the budget process are outlined below. Please keep in mind these dates (except for the training) may fluctuate.
- April 29 – May 3 Budget and TM1 Training Sessions
- May 8 Open Lab
- May 15 Open Lab
- May 24 Final day for Budget and Review Officers to enter requests in the system
- May 31 Final day for Vice Presidents to review / enter requests in the system
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact your Budget Analyst or the Budget Office at 978-3030.
Business dean candidate to visit campus this week
Steven McClung, full professor, senior associate dean and VP of Operations of the Mercer Innovation Center at Mercer University, will visit Wichita State as a dean candidate for the Barton School of Business on Thursday, March 28 and Friday, March 29.
Faculty and staff are invited to a public forum at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28, in 107 Clinton Hall. Information is also available on the Academic Affairs website.
myPerformance Evaluation Planning is available for Managers of USS and Non-Teaching UP Employees
Planning for myPerformance evaluations from March 2019 through March 2020 is currently available. To access the current review period’s evaluations, look for “2019-2020 Annual” in the list of evaluation titles. Managers should add expectations for the 2019-20 review period, including competencies and goals in myPerformance, then meet with their employees to provide copies and review planning. Planning should be completed by Sunday, March 31.
For more information, including quick reference guides, training available, and open labs, go to myPerformance.
WSU earns national ranking for its efforts to support low-income students
Wichita State University has been named to CollegeNET Inc.’s list of Social Mobility Innovators for 2019. Making the list means WSU has a proven track record of successfully enrolling students from low-income backgrounds and graduating them into promising careers.
The Social Mobility Index ranks nearly 1,400 four-year U.S. colleges and universities. The goal of the SMI -- now in its fifth year -- is to help redirect the attribution of "prestige" in the higher education system toward colleges and universities that are advancing economic mobility -- the most pressing civic issue of our time.
Over the past five years, Wichita State, which enrolls approximately 15,000 students, has consistently ranked among the top 3-6 percent of all schools on the SMI.
$2 million grant will fund advanced composites technology at WSU
Wichita State University has received a $2 million grant contract from the U.S. Economic Development Association to develop and demonstrate advanced composite material manufacturing technology.
The grant, secured by WSU Strategic Initiatives, will provide funding for essential equipment needed for the Advanced Technology Laboratory for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) within WSU’s National Institute for Aviation Research. ATLAS investigates the development of manufacturing protocols for automated fiber placement (AFP) and automated tape laying (ATL) for aircraft systems.
Visiting candidate for assistant professor position to present lecture today (Monday, March 25)
Christopher Green, a visiting candidate for an assistant professor position, will give Department of Mathematics, Statistics & Physics lecture, “Aspects of potential theory in the plane, on the sphere, and on the torus,” at 3 p.m. today (Monday, March 25) in 128 Jabara Hall. Green is from Macquarie University, in Sydney, Australia. Refreshments will be provided before the lecture at 2:30 p.m. in 353 Jabara Hall.
Faculty invitation to lunch and discussion with Anne Krook on March 29
The Graduate School & Career Development invite faculty to lunch and a discussion with Anne Krook, Ph.D., titled “Women and Men in the Workplace: Colleagues & Allies.” Krook has a long-standing history of topics related to women in the workplace, but was recently inspired by the #metoo movement to create discussions that address systemic issues that may hinder our success. The event is from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, March 29, in 156A Corbin Hall. RSVP below.
In this talk, she offers two models for making relations work better: collegiality and allyship. She will also offer tactics for making these models more effective. Are you concerned about bias and equality for all? This talk is for you! Come network with lunch as we hear possibilities of reaching a more inclusive culture in the workplace. To learn more about our guest presenter, visit her website at www.annekrook.com.
All are welcome, but to reserve your lunch, faculty please rsvp to jenny.stauffer@wichita.edu and students should register (rsvp) by logging into Handshake with your WSUID and password and click “Join Event.” An email confirmation will be sent to your "shockers.wichita.edu" email address.
Zamora to present talk on two AfrolatinX feminists
Omaris Zamora
Omaris Zamora, assistant professor of Spanish from The University of Kansas, will be presenting at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in 128 Jabara Hall, on two AfrolatinX feminists -- rapper Cardy B and Youtuber and influencer La Bella Chanel.
This presentation is part of the Latin American and LatinX Studies Series, and is cosponsored by the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, the Center for Women’s Studies, and the Hispanic honor society Sigma Delta Pi.
‘Thank you’ from WSU Police Department
The WSU Police Department thanks all of its campus partners for their participation in its new sergeant’s presentation on the Community Policing process.
Seeking Academic Affairs Fellows
The Office of Academic Affairs is seeking several faculty or staff members with an interest in gaining administrative experience through leadership of three projects that advance WSU’s Strategic Plan. These Academic Affairs Fellows will select to work on one of the following three projects: Advancing the use of Open Educational Resources (OER’s) on campus, Developing a Record of Experiential and Applied Learning, and Exploring trends in higher education around curriculum and program development, and student success.
Project work would begin for summer 2019, with some projects extending into AY 2019-20. The deadline to submit a letter of interest is Monday, April 1.
Advancing the use of Open Educational Resources
Developing a Record of Experiential and Applied Learning
Exploring Trends in Higher Education
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Shaw at carolyn.shaw@wichita.edu.
Open forum planned for USS and UP staff
A USS and UP Staff Open Forum Discussion will be held from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Monday,
April 1, in 233 RSC. The USS and UP Senates invite all USS and UP staff to attend
to gather feedback on combining the USS and UP Senates.
The senates have been discussing joining forces to form one representative body with both UP and USS members. Please join us to learn why the senates are addressing this issue and share your input on this important topic.
For more information, contact USS Senate President Matt Houston at matthew.houston@wichita.edu or UP Senate President Camille Childers at camille.childers@wichita.edu.
Judges needed to volunteer for GRASP symposium poster session
The Graduate School is seeking faculty and staff volunteers to judge during the poster session for the 2019 Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) symposium from 10 a.m.-noon Friday, April 26, in the RSC. We are counting on your volunteer services this year. Plus, it is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the diverse research and scholarly projects in which graduate students across campus have been engaged.
To indicate your willingness to volunteer to judge, email GRASP@wichita.edu. More information regarding the logistics of the day will follow in the coming weeks for those volunteering to judge.
World Trade Council of Wichita invites you to dinner talk featuring Cargill
The World Trade Council of Wichita invites you to a dinner talk featuring Cargill on Thursday, March 28, on "Helping the World Thrive." The World Trade Council is part of the Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA) at the Barton School of Business. There is a reduced attendance price of $10 for students.
For more information on the dinner and to make reservations, please contact Sherryl Hubble at sherryl.hubble@wichita.edu or call 978-3176.
An agenda and other details are available through this attachment.
Applications are open for Shocker Leadership Awards
Applications are now open for the 7th Annual Shocker Leadership Awards. The Shocker Leadership Awards are a way to recognize the work of student-led organizations, students, faculty and staff at Wichita State University. Recognized student organizations, university affiliated student groups and individuals may be nominated by a student, faculty member, staff member, or organization, or may nominate themselves for one of the awards.
One application form must be completed for every award for which one wishes to be considered. A nomination must have all parts to be considered by the selection committee. It is the responsibility of the nominator to turn in a complete packet. Applications are now open. Click on leadership awards to learn more and to submit your application. The deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, April 12. For questions, contact Gabriel Fonseca, assistant director of Student Involvement at gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu.
Faculty Artist Series presents the Orfeo Trio
The Orfeo Trio – Julie Bees, piano; Leonid Shukaev, cello; and Evgeny Zvonnikov, violin (guest) – will present a Faculty Artist Series concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 31, in Wiedemann Hall. The trio will perform works by Mozart, Turina and Beethoven.
Tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for students, and free for students with a current WSU ID.
For tickets, go to Fine Arts Box Office or call 978-3233.
Registration for Edible Book Festival due this Wednesday
Are you a fan of the Great British Baking Show or Nailed It? Mark your calendar for the University Libraries' first Edible Book Festival on Monday, April 1. The worlds of books and food will collide in creative and delicious ways! Registrations are due by Wednesday, March 27. See more below.
You are invited to create an edible work of art inspired by your favorite book or author. Entries will be displayed in Ablah Library. Let your imagination run free! Have fun with puns or create something in the shape of a book. Entries may be made from anything that is edible (cake, bread, crackers, gelatin, fruit, vegetables, candy, etc.) as long as it can be displayed for a few hours without melting or spoiling.
Students, faculty, staff, student organizations, departments, community members - all are welcomed to enter! Please also join us for a reception.
Registrations are due by Wednesday (March 27). See our website for full rules and registration information.
Upcoming Events at University Libraries
Upcoming events at the University Libraries include “Monday Technology Workshops: Software Defining Network,” “Tech Tuesdays: Virtual Reality,” “Trademark Basics: Protect Your Business Name,” “Advanced Searching: How Do I Go Beyond Basic Search?”, and “Understanding Populations: Where Do I Find Demographic Data for Social Research?”
“Monday Technology Workshops: Software Defining Network” from 1-2 p.m. Monday, March 25, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Tech Tuesdays: Virtual Reality” from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Trademark Basics: Protect Your Business Name” from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Advanced Searching: How Do I Go Beyond Basic Search?” from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Understanding Population: Where Do I Find Demographic Data for Social Research?” from noon-1 p.m. Friday, March 29, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Edible Book Festival” from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, April 1, in the main corridor of Ablah Library. See event details.
“Internet of Things” from 1-2 p.m. Monday, April 1, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Tech Tuesdays: 3D Printers and 3D Pens” from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, in C-Space, Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Planning for Success: Finding Facts to Support Your Business Plan” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, in 217 Ablah Library. See event details.
“Dear Diary: How Can I Find Diaries, Journals, and Letters?” from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
“Research: How Do I Write a Literature Review?” from noon-1 p.m. Friday, April 5, in 217 Ablah Library. See workshop details.
For more information and event registration here. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.
Shockers think 30
Enrollment for summer and fall starts soon! Do your students have a plan for graduation? Encourage them to schedule an appointment with a faculty or academic advisor to discuss their plan to keep on the path to graduation.
Students should consider how they are going to complete 30 credit hours each academic year, which has many academic and financial advantages. Advisors in the colleges, advising centers, the Office of Financial Aid and the Office for Student Money Management can help students understand how to stay on track academically and financially.
Summer Leadership Institute needs faculty / staff squad leaders
Applications for Summer Leadership Institute participants and faculty / staff squad leaders are coming up at the end of March. Don’t forget to fill out your application at Summer Leadership Institute. If you know someone who would be interested in participating or apply as a squad leader, direct them to the website or contact lead@wichita.edu.
Sign up for Outdoor Adventures baseball game at the K
Spring is here which means it’s baseball season! Join Campus Recreation as we take a group to watch the Kansas City Royals take on the Los Angeles Angels at Kauffman Stadium on Wichita State Night at the K. We will have a small breakfast on the ride to Kansas City, and should arrive at the stadium by 12:30 p.m. After the game, we will stop at Misky’s Pizza around 5 p.m. for an awesome meal before heading back to Wichita. Registration is $45. Register before Friday, April 12.
Donate now: Professional clothing items
The WSU Student Government Association, Airbus and the Career Development Center are gearing up for our Professional Dress Clothing Closet event and we need your help! Donate your professional dress items now through Tuesday, April 2, to 219 Rhatigan Student Center. Professional dress items include suits, dress pants, professional shirts or blouses, professional skirts, belts, neckties, briefcases, shoes, cuff links, tie clips and more. For questions, contact Kim Kufahl at 978-6981 or kim.kufahl@wichita.edu.
Virtual Career Fair tomorrow (Tuesday, March 26)
From the comfort and convenience of your home, grab a cup of coffee and let us bring the career fair to you. The Virtual Career Fair sponsored by Career Development is from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, March 26) at Virtual Fair. This event is exclusively for college students seeking internships, and cooperative education positions.
Registration open for WSU engineering ‘Design, Build, Code’ summer camps
Registration is now open for Wichita State’s “Design, Build, Code” engineering summer camps. This year, the College of Engineering is hosting 21 camps, a record number, with new offerings for younger children and new camps that allow campers to design, build and code their own inventions, drones, robots and mini-computers.
Fees range from $100 for the single, half-day camps to $375 for the four, full-day camps. However, more than 100 camp scholarships are available to qualifying applicants. Scholarship recipients pay only a $10 administrative fee.