The Office of Research invites Notices of Intent to apply for NSF’s Major Research Implementation program
The WSU Office of Research invites you to consider applying for the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Major Research Implementation Program (MRI).
Because WSU is limited to submitting two Track 1 proposals and one Track 2 proposal, interested researchers must notify the Office of Research of their intent to apply by noon July 14, via proposals@wichita.edu. Internal Pre-proposals may be required to determine which proposals will proceed, and if required will be due by noon July 21. Full applications will be due to NSF on Jan. 19, 2021. Track 1 proposals are for amounts between $100,000, and up to $1,000,000. Track 2 proposals are for amounts between $1 million and $4 million. Proposals will also require a cost match.
The NSF MRI program "serves to increase access to multi-user scientific and engineering instrumentation for research and research training in our nation's institutions of higher education and not-for-profit scientific / engineering research organizations.
An MRI award supports the acquisition or development of a multi-user research instrument that is, in general, too costly and/or not appropriate for support through other NSF programs. MRI provides support to acquire critical research instrumentation without which advances in fundamental science and engineering research may not otherwise occur. MRI also provides support to develop next-generation research instruments that open new opportunities to advance the frontiers in science and engineering research. Additionally, an MRI award is expected to enhance research training of students who will become the next generation of instrument users, designers and builders.
Limited Submission Opportunities
LETC, university benefit from partnership
It’s been a little more than two years since the Law Enforcement Training Center (LETC) found a new home on the northeast corner of Wichita State University, and both organizations have thrived within the partnership.
“As professor, every semester I will have members of the Wichita, Sedgwick County and university law enforcement community come talk to my class. This just works beautifully because they can just walk up to the third floor,” said Michael Birzer, professor of criminal justice. “It has resulted in a number of students applying and now getting jobs in law enforcement.”
In fact, applications to the LETC have increased 150% since 2015, when it moved from 37th Street North and Womer location in north Wichita, said Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsay.
“I believe a big part of that is our location on campus. Part of it is the cross-contamination of having the school above the academy building,” Ramsay said.
Let future Shockers know about this yard sign contest
Do you know a student who is planning on joining Shocker Nation in fall 2020? Let them know that if they complete and submit the form today, their name will be entered into a drawing for a Future Shocker yard sign.
Winners will be able to proudly display their college destination for their neighbors and others to see. Winners will be announced via Wichita State Admissions social media by May 22.
To see President Jay Golden personally deliver a couple of signs to new Shockers, check out the video above.
GoCreate collaborates with partners to make face coverings
In the battle against COVID-19, it’s seamstresses to the rescue.
Through GoCreate, a Koch collaborative, more than 10,000 cloth face coverings have been created by an army of more than 1,500 volunteers in the span of about six weeks. The face coverings have been donated to McConnell Air Force Base, area hospitals, nursing homes and other medical facilities.
New syllabus template available
The newest course syllabus template is now available. Language regarding university policies and available student resources has been provided in a hyperlink instead of inserted into the body of the document. This will allow this content to be updated regularly without faculty having to change their syllabus or search for the newest template. If you would like to remove these additional pages from your template, just insert the following link.
Boats & Bikes is back this Memorial Weekend!
Boats & Bikes is opening this weekend! Spend your Memorial Day weekend out on the water with us. Starting tomorrow (Friday, May 22), daily hours are from noon-8 p.m. We provide hourly, full-day rentals, and season passes on our equipment, so no matter if you're pressed for time or you have all day, you have the opportunity to get out and do something fun and physical.
Call or email at 316-265-9359 or boatsandbikes@wichita.edu to make a reservation or with questions. For more information, visit our website at wichita.edu/boatsandbikes.
WSU partners with Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory to lead nationwide star party
Wichita State University has partnered with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory to lead a livestream star party at 9 p.m. Friday, May 22, in an effort to keep the nation connected to the night sky and to each other.
“Star parties show the accessibility of the universe to everyone. Through Wichita State University’s Cohen Honors College, I’ve been able to share the sky with hundreds of students and teach astrophotography to a core group,” said Martin Ratcliffe, Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Faculty Fellow at WSU. “When someone sees what they can do with today’s technology, their eyes light up. Even if it’s cloudy locally, sites across the nation will be clear and you can join in.”
The star party features astronomers and observatories in every time zone, and participants can expect to learn about star parties and to see the night sky across the country.
The star party can be accessed directly on YouTube. Guests of the event will be able to interact with the panel by writing comments on the live feed.
Record lectures and flip your class
To prepare for online or hybrid classes this fall, we have the opportunity to prepare ahead and record some lecture content early. The MRC has information on both creating your own lecture videos, and you can now sign up to work with WSU-TV to record lecture videos ahead of time.
Go to wichita.edu/fliplecture to find out more.
Political science professor article published in English
Dinorah Azpuru
An English version of Dinorah Azpuru's article on democratic backsliding in Latin America in the midst of a global pandemic has been published by the Albert Hirschman Center on Democracy at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Switzerland. Her article was widely shared in social media by institutions in Sweden, Spain, the US, and Latin America. The original article in Spanish was published in Spain's main newspaper “El Pais.”
Mau publishes manuscript in journal
Joseph Mau
Joseph Mau, Professor and Fulbright Scholar in the College of Applied Studies, had a manuscript, “Social-cognitive factors of STEM career interests,” published in the International Journal for Educational and Vocational Guidance.
Let Your Fellow Shockers Know That They're #NotAlone | WSU CAPS
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year, Counseling and Prevention Services needs your help! Let your fellow Shockers know that they're #NotAlone and that you're thinking of them by throwing on your #WSUWeSupportU suspenders T-shirt and posting a picture or a video with #NotAlone and #WSUWeSupportU. While you're at it, tag us at @ShockersCAPS so we can share your post and let as many Shockers see it as possible. If you don't have a suspenders T-shirt, just write #WSUWeSupportU on a sheet of picture and make sure it's in frame.
WSU Counseling and Prevention Services
Invitation Extended by Councilman Brandon Johnson, Wichita City Council, District 1
Attention Shockers!
Do you want to add your voice to conversations about community development happening both near and around our campus?!
Do you know what Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) are and how they can help support the needs of WSU’s students, faculty, staff and neighbors?
Do you believe that it is important for those who live, work, or play in the community to have a voice in what happens there?
During the next six weeks, a committed group of community residents will host Virtual CBA Focus Groups to discuss all these questions and more.
Sign up today to participate and have your voice be heard!
Meet a Shocker: Claudia Rojo, aerospace engineering graduate
Claudia Rojo was one of more than 2,400 students eligible for spring/summer 2020 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what is next for the grad.
Pictured above: Wichita State senior Claudia Rojo earned the 2020 Outstanding Student Member of Sigma Gamma Tau award for her studies as an aerospace engineering major.
Meet a Shocker: Felicia Smith, Bachelor of Social Work
Felicia Smith was one of more than 2,400 students eligible for spring 2020 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.