Driving and safety caution alert!
University Police has issued a safety and caution alert. This alert especially applies to those who are familiar with campus and haven’t noticed the new stop signs on the west side of campus coming off of Hillside at the football memorial, Memorial Drive and Perimeter.
There’s a saying that familiarity breeds contempt. Insurance companies will tell you that most accidents occur within a mile of our homes and workplaces, because we don’t pay the same attention to those areas as we do with unfamiliar roadways.
This has become a genuine safety concern, as school is in session in two weeks. Since announcing the change on July 10, University Police are averaging 10 stops a day warning drivers of where to stop.
More traffic news for this week
- On Friday, Aug. 9, Isely Lane will be closed from about 7 a.m.-2 p.m. so a crane can be brought in to work on an air conditioning unit on the north side of the parking garage.
- Also starting Friday, Aug. 9, through the middle of October, the area shown shaded below in lot 16S will be closed so roofing materials can be staged and stored for a Jardine Hall roofing project.
Big WuShock announcement coming today
WuShock has always seemed larger than life, but in just a few months, we'll all be looking up to our favorite mascot. Want to find out more? Go to Facebook or Twitter after 10:15 a.m. today for all the details.
Human Resources has launched New Leader Orientation (NLO) at Wichita State University. Similar to New Employee Orientation, which began in January 2017, this program is designed to orient new leaders (individuals with direct reports) to the university. The program covers what new leaders need to know about WSU in order to successfully lead people here.
New leaders will learn about tools and resources available to them and how to access them. This program is designed to introduce them to high impact areas within the University and learn about what is going on. Additionally, they will network with other new leaders and have opportunities to discuss similar questions or issues.
NLO is conducted in cohort style over a three-month period, and is constructed in module format. The orientation is comprised of 28 hours of in-class instruction (one full day and five ½ days). All new leaders will receive an Outlook invitation during the first few months in their new role with a full agenda and detailed information. Managers of new leaders will also receive communication if they have a direct report that will be attending NLO.
What about existing leaders at WSU? In order to ensure all existing leaders have the opportunity for comparable training, they will have the option to register in myTraining for open training courses featured in NLO.
The myTraining courses are open to all current WSU employees (faculty and staff) and are scheduled to occur throughout the year. The myTraining link is available through the faculty/staff tab in myWSU. For more information, go to wichita.edu/NLO.
Shocker Summer Series to host STEAM night
Wichita State organizations will be volunteering their time to teach and excite future Shockers about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math). Finish a STEAM activity at every table to fill up your STEAM passport and win a prize!
This is family-friendly event for kids of all ages will be held from 5-8 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Aug. 8), on the sidewalk between the Food Truck Plaza and Partnership 2 Building.
Enjoy dinner at the food truck plaza with LumpiaPalooza and Coco's Kitchen!
More information on Shocker Summer Series STEAM night.
Shocker students create art, memories with children in Peru
Fine arts students Haley Ensz, Lily Guillen, Bishop Rice and Celine Sengvilay recently returned from a trip to Peru with Wichita State professor Lori Santos. They spent several days working with children at the Institución Educativa José María Arguedas, an elementary school in Lima.
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This class will guide you on the fundamentals of giving feedback, communicating and coaching for improvement. People don’t realize the impact of giving praise – the right way. Done wrong, the damage is often not repairable. The tips and guidelines in this class will help you succeed.
- How to praise effectively
- Destructive vs. constructive criticism
- Practice – how to do it
The cost is $299, with a 40% discount for WSU faculty, staff and students. Some restrictions apply.
For more information go to cmd.wichita.edu or register at 978-3118.
This 10-week series is designed for high-potential professionals
The Mini MBA provides a practical foundation in current business theory and practices. Through case studies, lecture and interactive class sessions, you will obtain the knowledge you need to succeed within your organization. This learning experience offers a concise and dynamic approach, which rapidly prepares you to handle new scenarios as a leader.
- Leading and Managing Change, Strategic Marketing and Brand Management
- Human Capital Strategy, Data and Analytics, Legal Challenges and Risks in Cyber Security
- Ethics and Compliance, Understanding Financial Statements, Quality Service in the Value Chain
- Organizational Design and Thinking Strategically, Designing and Managing Business Practices
Sessions are 1-3 p.m. Monday afternoons
Beginning Sept. 9, and concluding on Nov. 18
$2,495
Sessions are led by recognized experts, thought leaders and industry pioneers.
For more information go to cmd.wichita.edu or register at 316-978-3118.
Help wanted at Back to School Bash on Aug. 17
Back to School Bash (B2SB) serves as a kick-off to the academic year with high-energy games, free food and lots of prizes for new and returning Shockers. For this event to run smoothly, dozens of faculty and staff are needed to check-in students, run activities and network. Last year’s event had more than 1,500 students in attendance, and we hope you will consider volunteering.
B2SB takes place from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in the RSC east courtyard. Volunteers will receive the official B2SB shirt, and will have the opportunity to serve the entire time or in shifts.
Volunteers can sign up online at wichita.edu/b2sb.
For more information, call Student Involvement at 978-3022 or email tia.hill@wichita.edu.
Join the GiveCampus campaign in support of the Ulrich Museum
The Ulrich Museum needs your support. The GiveCampus campaign has a goal of raising $6,000 for the bus reimbursement program and is open until Saturday Aug. 31, for donations.
The program brings students to the Ulrich Museum each year from all over the Wichita and surrounding areas. Many of these students likely would not have an opportunity to visit an art museum otherwise. Please help reach the goal and support a worthy cause.