Save the date for the 2nd Annual TAN Excellence in Academic Advising Awards Virtual
Save the date for the 2nd Annual TAN Excellence in Academic Advising Awards Virtual Celebration from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday July 22.
The Advising Network (TAN) is proud to support student success by recognizing academic advisors at Wichita State University. The Excellence in Academic Advising Awards recognize individuals who demonstrate qualities and practices that make significant contributions to the improvement of academic advising at WSU and beyond.
Find out who was voted advisor of the year in the following categories:
Excellence in Advising - New Academic Advisor
Excellence in Advising - Primary Role Academic Advisor
Excellence in Advising - Faculty Academic Advisor
Also, new TAN steering committee members will be announced.
Click the link to receive the virtual celebration Zoom link and password.
Annual Appointment Notices are now available online!
2021 Fiscal and Academic Year annual Appointment Notices are available online and will not be printed and distributed to departments.
Please note that University Support Staff (USS) and Non-Benefit Eligible employees (Students, Lecturers and Temporary employees) are not subject to the annual Appointment Notice process. Athletics employees will receive Appointment Notices through a separate process later in July.
Therefore, Unclassified Professionals (UP) and Faculty can view, electronically acknowledge, and print their 2021 Appointment Notice through myWSU:
- MyWSU (Chrome is the preferred browser)
- Faculty/Staff tab
- Human Resources Links
- Notice of Appointment (you may need to clear the browser cache to see the link)
2021 Appointment Notices will be available to view, electronically acknowledge, print and revisit through Aug. 31, 2020. Because of the sensitive nature of this data, always close the browser to protect privacy.
Please contact the Help Desk at 978-4357 for assistance logging into MyWSU.
For questions with any of the information contained on your Fiscal Year 2021 Appointment Notice, please discuss with your supervisor and they may contact HR.ServiceCenter@wichita.edu if needed.
Please consider volunteering for the October 2020 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 10. This time-honored tradition provides our very own Wichita State graduates with well-deserved congratulations and a formal celebration of their accomplishments!
As a volunteer, you'll work with a group of fun people who will feed you well. You'll play an important role in helping us make sure that everyone is welcomed and that things are running smoothly.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the Volunteer Form located on our volunteer page. More details about the types of volunteer positions are also listed on that page.
Further questions may be directed to the Commencement Office at commencement@wichita.edu
Thank you for your consideration! - Commencement Team
Policies and procedures related to submission and administration of research and sponsored projects proposals and awards
Rick Muma
TO: DEANS, DEPARTMENT CHAIRS, ACADEMIC CENTERS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT CENTERS
CC: OFFICE OF RESEARCH; OFFICE OF RESEARCH COMPLIANCE, OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL
FROM: RICHARD D. MUMA, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PROVOST
DATE: July 17, 2020
SUBJECT: POLICIES AND PROCEDURES RELATED TO SUBMISSION AND ADMINISTRATION OF RESEARCH AND SPONSORED PROJECTS PROPOSALS AND AWARDS
WSU has established a set of policies and procedures to guide the sponsored project proposal submission and award acceptance processes, as set forth in Chapter 9 of the WSU Policy Manual. These policies and procedures are in the process of being updated and revised. In the interim, we wanted to remind you of the following:
- PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR STATUS. Investigators named on a project must have Principal Investigator (PI) status to submit a proposal. Pursuant to WSU Policy 9.23 (Eligibility to Serve as Principal Investigator),
a. all full-time WSU faculty, regardless of rank or tenure status, are eligible to serve as a PI on a sponsored project; provided they meet sponsor qualifications;
b. WSU staff and adjunct faculty may serve as the PI on a sponsored project with approval from their Chair and academic college Dean or Center Director, provided they meet sponsor qualifications
PI status is not usually granted to individuals who are not employed by WSU, but if there are compelling reasons for requesting this status for such individuals, then a request from the hosting department or center for “project-specific” PI status must be made at least three (3) working weeks (15 working days) prior to the deadline for submission of the proposal. All non-WSU project-specific PI requests must be approved by Associate Vice President of Research (or his/her designee).
PRE-AWARD SERVICES. All proposals for funding submitted on behalf of WSU investigators must be submitted through the Office of Research Pre-Award Services to ensure that appropriate compliance reviews have taken place, that budgetary information requested by the sponsor is correct, and that any contractual terms or other conditions specified unilaterally by the sponsor that may be inconsistent with University policy have been identified. If the solicitation requires the applicant organization be a 501(c)3, the Office of Research – not the individual PI - will coordinate with the WSU Foundation.
Pre-Award Services is responsible for analyzing the solicitation, completing the representations and certifications, coordinating the proposal, helping to prepare the budget, confirming sub-contractual commitments, facilitating the review of any solicitation or subsequently contractual requirements, submission of any exception letters, preparing agency application forms, assembling the proposal, implementing the review and signature process, and transmitting the proposal package to the agency.
- TIMING OF SUBMISSIONS. Complete proposals must be submitted to the Office of Research by 9:00 a.m. three (3) business days prior to the sponsor due date for electronic proposals and five (5) business days prior to the sponsor due date for non-electronic proposals. Proposals that include cost share commitments or request waivers require additional time and should be submitted at least ten (10) business days prior to the sponsor’s deadline. Proposals are generally processed as received and investigators are encouraged to contact the Office of Research early in the process. Proposals that are received late may not receive a full review and are not guaranteed to be submitted on time to the sponsor.
- AUTHORIZATION. The Office of Research is charged with proposal approval for externally funded programs, negotiating grants and contracts, and award management. Note: NO PI, nor any other official of the University, is authorized to commit University resources to the conduct of research, training, or service without receipt of authorization from the Office of Research. Departments and units within the University are not legal entities and therefore should not and cannot be parties to agreements.
- SPONSORED PROJECTS vs. GIFTS. WSU researchers can receive external support for their research from multiple sources, including sponsored projects and gifts. It is the University’s responsibility to properly classify these funds in order to ensure appropriate management of these funds and compliance with all regulations and terms and conditions. The determination as to whether a specific award should be treated as a sponsored award or a gift is made by the Office of Research in consultation with the WSU Foundation.
The following definitions are used as general guidelines when determining whether an award is a sponsored project or a gift.
A gift is a voluntary contribution of money, equipment, or other property of value made to the University, for which the contributor receives no bargained-for benefit, and requires nothing in exchange beyond recognition (in some cases) and assurance that the intent of the contribution will be honored. Although a donor may place some restrictions on the use or disposition of a gift and may require a report that demonstrates that the donor’s wishes have been met, these terms do not make the gift a sponsored project. All gifts to the University are processed through the WSU Foundation.
A sponsored project is a transaction in which there is a specified statement of work with a related, reciprocal transfer of something of value (i.e., data, results, intellectual property, mandatory report, etc.). Sponsors typically provide funding for sponsored projects on the basis of a specific project or research plan or statement of work and budget, for a specified period of time. The plan typically involves an identified University researcher or group of researchers as the project leader(s), and specified goals and objectives, as well as the methodologies and approaches to be used. Many sponsored projects are awarded following a competitive application process.
Sponsored projects are awarded through various mechanisms such as grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, commercially-sponsored grants and contracts, demonstration projects, and other instructional grants and contracts. All funding provided by U.S. government agencies, at the federal, state, or local level is sponsored project funding.
- CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Prior to submitting any proposal, all employees must have on file a current Conflict of Interest Disclosure (see WSU Policy 3.04). Failure to accurately complete a conflict of interest disclosure may result in employment action including, but not limited to, restrictions against submitting research proposals. The annual COI disclosure form can be found under the “Employee Required Training” tab on myWSU.
Note: WSU is in the process of updating conflict of interest policies, procedures, and disclosure requirements. Those policies, procedures, and disclosure requirements are expected to launch in Summer 2020. This may require you to re-submit any disclosures, even if you have a current disclosure on file.
- STUDENT PARTICIPATION. All sponsored projects (except services agreements) over $25,000 per year are required to include students on the budget. Departments with a PhD program should budget at least one (1) PhD level Graduate Research Assistant on their project based on at least $25,000 annually plus tuition. Exceptions must be approved by the Associate Vice President for Research or, if absent, the Executive Vice President and Provost.
- COMPLIANCE. All research and sponsored projects affiliated with WSU must comply with federal, state, agency, and institutional guidelines. This includes compliance in several areas including, but not limited to: animal care and use, human subjects, export control, biosafety, data control, and research integrity.
- PROCEDURE FOR EXECUTION OF CONTRACTS AND COMMITMENT OF UNIVERSITY RESOURCES. All university employees are expected to abide by the memo issued on April 8, 2019, regarding procedures for execution of contracts and commitment of university resources.
The Kansas NSF EPSCoR office is seeking white papers for Major Initiatives to Improve Research Infrastructure
Kansas NSF EPSCoR (KNE) is announcing a funding opportunity for Major Initiatives to Improve Research Infrastructure in the focus area of Adaptive and Resilient Systems.
In summer 2021, Kansas NSF EPSCoR will submit a Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII) Track-1 proposal to the National Science Foundation (NSF) Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). To develop the proposal, KNE is seeking proposals that will make up a key component of this multi-million dollar/multi-year request to NSF.
The selected initiative is expected to foster an interdisciplinary research community of engineers, computer and computational scientists, social and behavioral scientists, and natural scientists that creates new approaches and engineering solutions for the design and operation of infrastructure, processes, or services.
One major initiative will be selected to be included, along with other infrastructure-building components, in the $20 million RII Track 1 EPSCoR proposal, which will be submitted in August 2021.
White Papers Due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020
Full Proposals Due by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2020
Q&A Sessions: Only researchers from Kansas universities will be admitted to Zoom meetings. Register for a meeting at noon Friday, July 24, and noon Thursday, Aug. 13, and download the RFP at the KS NSF EPSCoR website.
If you have any questions or wish to submit to this opportunity, please email the WSU Office of Research at proposals@wichita.edu and a grants specialist will be assigned to assist you.
Dr. Muma will join KMUW to discuss back-to-school preparedness at the next Digital Democracy on Tap
KMUW's Engage ICT: Democracy on Tap presents a digital community conversation at 5 p.m. (tomorrow) Tuesday, July 21. The topic of this discussion is Back-to-School Preparedness. We will talk with representatives from USD 259 and Wichita State University, including Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Richard Muma, about the practices, policies and suggestions for returning to school safely this fall.
The conversation will be streamed live from KMUW's Facebook page and at engageict.org. Submit your questions for our panelists by emailing info@kmuw.org or commenting on the live Facebook video. More information can be found at engageict.org.
Registration required for Ulrich Virtual programs
From artist talks to book discussions to a community forum on race and parenting, we have lots of amazing virtual programs scheduled for the coming months. Check the Update or our website for the complete listing. And, remember: you must register in advance for these programs (which entails simply sharing your name and email address so we can send you the Zoom link).
Request a career speaker
The Career Development Center is your go-to resource for everything career-related, and we want to collaborate with you in your classroom or with your student group.
We have many services, workshops, major and career exploration, career events, and more. Have us come to your classroom or student group (virtually or in-person) to present, or have your students attend one of our events. Don’t cancel class – call us!
For more information or to sign up, go to wichita.edu/careerspeaker.
Last chance to see MFA gallery show
"Hiding in Plain Sight," a thesis show by Chuck Purviance, is on view from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through tomorrow (Tuesday, July 21), in the Clayton Staples Gallery, Room 205, McKnight Art Center.
Purviance graduated this spring with a Master of Fine Arts in studio art (ceramic media). The ceramic sculptures in "Hiding in Plain Sight" reference the artist's mental health struggles.
Student Government Association bi-weekly Town Hall for students
SGA will continue to host Virtual Town Halls as we know there are probably still so many questions about how WSU is handling these times.
Join the Student Government Association at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 23, as we host a Virtual Town Hall focusing on the student experience live on YouTube, moderated by Student Body President Rija Khan. The panel will include David Miller, University Budget Director; Scott Jensen, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Housing and Residence Life; Matthew Pray, Director of Dining Services; Kevin Konda, Associate VP of Student Affairs Auxiliaries and Director of the Rhatigan Student Center; John Lee, Director of Campus Recreation; Alicia Sanchez, Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion; and Nancy Loosle, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Student Involvement.
The Town Hall will be hosted on WSU YouTube.
We will accept questions live during the Virtual Town Hall, but to submit a question ahead of time, please click here.
USS & UP joint senate meeting set for Tuesday
The USS and UP Senates joint meeting will be held via Zoom at 9 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, July 21). All meetings are open to the campus community. If you are interested in joining the meeting, please email Trish Gandu at trish.gandu@wichita.edu for details on how to attend.
Unclassified Professional Senate
July 21 Tuesday Talk with SHS will discuss health management on campus for new US citizen students
For new Shockers this fall, join Nurse Heather and WSU students to discuss what Kansas and out-of-state students need to know about staying healthy at Wichita State. Tune into Facebook Live at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, and ask any questions you have about managing your health on campus!
Wallace Hall to close July 24-25 for electrical replacement work
Please note that Wallace Hall will be closed to occupants on Friday and Saturday, July 24-25, in order for the electrical contractor to install a new main distribution panel.
The building closure is due to portions of the fire alarm system being offline, and building power being on emergency generator power only.
Office of Adult Learning Summer 2020 Giveaway
Enter to win a laptop bag filled with Wichita State University gear! Prizes will be shipped to winners free of charge. You have three chances to win! One laptop bag will be drawn on July 21-23. The first 50 people to enter will receive a WSU 125th anniversary pen and Office of Adult Learning magnet.
Click here for the Adult Learning Summer Giveaway.
Student and graduate assistant positions open at University Libraries
University Libraries has two positions open! WSU students can apply for our opening here and graduates can apply here. Questions? Send us a message at librarystaff@wichita.edu.
Wanted: Volunteers to help with 2020 bicycle and pedestrian count event
Volunteers are needed to help manually count bicycle and pedestrian activity across 35 sites in the Wichita Metro area.
The annual event, sponsored by the Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will be held Sept. 24 and 26.
This important event relies heavily on the commitment of community volunteers to gather data about how our network of paths and lanes are being used.
According to Tricia Thomas, WAMPO Communication’s Manager:
“One of the greatest challenges facing the bicycle and pedestrian field is the lack of documentation on usage and demand. Without accurate and consistent demand and usage figures, it is difficult to measure the positive benefits of bicycle and pedestrian investments, especially when compared to the other transportation modes such as the private automobile.”
As such, this event is the only source for regional-scale bicycle and pedestrian data. The results of this data are then used to guide investments throughout the regional transportation system.
So please consider volunteering! This annual event is a real opportunity for local residents to become involved in a piece of the regional transportation planning process. As we know, bicycle and pedestrian investments stimulate the economy, public health, and the overall quality of life in a variety of ways. Communities that invest in these facilities inherently attract people and businesses so it’s good for everyone! Register to volunteer here!