Participate in today's Strategic Plan Town Hall
The Strategic Plan Town Hall will be held via livestream from 1-2 p.m. today (Tuesday, Sept. 22).
This university-wide event will be dedicated to updating the Shocker faculty, students, staff, alumni, university partners and the Shocker community on the plan for 2020-21. Join the town hall moderator, WSU Faculty Senate President & School of Music Director Dr. Aleks Sternfeld Dunn as he welcomes President Jay Golden and Executive Vice President and Provost Rick Muma for remarks. Kaye Monk-Morgan, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, will present the refreshed university strategic plan.
For a download of related documents, click on the links provided:
For more information, contact the Strategic Planning Committee at strategicplanning@wichita.edu.
_____________________________________
This year’s Town Hall will be virtual. Click Here to attend.
Please note that this event requires access to a computer/laptop/tablet with access a web browser and sound.
Panelists to discuss pandemic's effect on performing arts
Rodney Miller
A panelist of performing artists, moderated by Rodney Miller, dean of the College of Fine Arts, will discuss the disproportionate effect of COVID-19 on the events industry at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23.
The performing arts industry was the first to close down and will be the last to fully open up. The industry supports 11 million jobs and generates more than $1.75 trillion a year in direct, indirect and induced spending — greater than agriculture, broadcasting and telecommunications, auto manufacturing, truck and rail transportation, and computer systems design and related services.
The arts, particularly the performing arts, constitute a majority of this gross domestic product – more than 4.2% of the national GDP. In Kansas alone, the arts constitute around 3% of the state’s GDP ($4.2 billion), employing approximately 50,000 Kansans and representing $2.5 billion in salaries alone. When shutdowns occurred in March, this vital aspect of the nation's economy essentially ceased to exist. It ceased to exist on college campuses as well.
September's Teaching Today is now available
Teaching Today, WSU's teaching-focused newsletter, is back for the 2020-21 academic year. The September issue is packed with tips, trainings, and videos to help support all WSU instructors. This month you can learn how to create an escape room using an intuitive Blackboard tool, how to find and use streaming media from the library holdings, and even how to add live captions to PowerPoint presentations!
If you have never had a look at Teaching Today before, you should also review our "Security Issue" from this spring. It covers all things Internet security and even addresses home networks and phishing. It's a must-read for everyone who is working remotely.
NASA in Kansas calls for Teacher Workshop Program proposals
The NASA Kansas Space Grant Consortium (KSGC) Teaching Workshop Program supports the development and implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) educator workshops. NASA is especially interested in to helping teachers bring NASA relevant material and content into middle-school classrooms.
KSGC affiliate proposals are completely awarded by peer review. These awards of $15,000 each are anticipated. Affiliates must identify a $1 commitment for every NASA dollar requested (use of federal matching funds is not allowed).
For a copy of the Teacher Workshop RFP, or if you have any questions, feel free to contact the NASA in Kansas office at nasainkansas@wichita.edu. Consult NASA’s Education website for additional helpful information.
The NASA in Kansas office, located on the Wichita State University campus, is one home of the Kansas Space Grant Consortium (KSGC) and Kansas NASA EPSCoR Program (KNEP).
Virtual panel series seeks to identify critical conversations surrounding the pandemic
How are "expert" perspectives formed in relation to the pandemic? How is research done and what resources are needed?
In this series, library and departmental faculties will explore approaches and methodologies for researching the impacts of COVID-19, as well as issues relating to the disruption and potentials of academic research during a pandemic.
Go to Researching the Pandemic for a full list of expert panelists, event descriptions, and direct Zoom links for this virtual series.
Questions? Message meghann.kuhlmann@wichita.edu.
Wichita State writer sees criticism as a way to get at the truth about the arts
- Wichita State's Emily Christensen participated in the National Critics Institute in July, along with writers from across the country.
- Participants reviewed food, dance, theater and movies during the five days of Zoom meetings.
- She is inspired to write in different ways about Wichita and Wichita State arts to chronicle progress.
Pictured above: Emily Christensen, coordinator of external affairs for Wichita State University’s School of Art, Design and Creative Industries, participated in the National Critics Institute, a program of the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center in Waterford, Connecticut, in July.
Participate in a UP/USS combined Senate listening discussion
The Unclassified Professional (UP) Senate and University Support Staff (USS) Senates invite you to attend a listening session to discuss the possibility of merging the two Senates to be a unified voice for all university staff. These conversations, which started in 2017, will provide us an opportunity to engage with staff members about the pros and cons of merging the Senates. This is the first step in a semester-long conversation that will culminate in a staff vote and decision in December.
There will be two options for attending a virtual listening session at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28 or 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29. A Zoom link will be sent in advance to those who RSVP. If you have questions or are unable to attend and want to send feedback, please contact UP Senate Vice President/President-Elect, Gabriel Fonseca at gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu.
Update your Zoom look
Wichita State University’s Instructional Design and Access team has added some Shocker-centric Zoom backgrounds. Additionally, when users update to the latest Zoom version, they’re able to use fun and slightly ridiculous accents, including dramatic filters, putting a mustache to your own face or adding tiny hat on your head.
Discover in-depth election and voting info online with University Libraries
University Libraries' political science subject specialist has put together a one-stop online location for all election and voting info! Discover academic articles, sample ballots, in-depth analysis resources, and more before November at Election 2020.
Women of Wichita State University Membership Drive
Become a member for only $12. We have scheduled Zoom events at lunch time and evening, through November. Please join us so we can continue to support scholarships for WSU students (preference female). Learn more about our organization at wichita.edu/WWSU.
All you have to do is complete the online application and pay your dues.
Join in the fun while we raise money for scholarships!
Women of Wichita State University Application
Recommend students to become a part of the Campus Traditions Committee team
The Campus Traditions Committee is looking for hard-working students to be a part of the team.
This committee is focused on planning and executing Wichita State University’s campus wide traditions events. These events include the university’s longest standing tradition, Hippodrome, and for the fall, Homecoming. The whole purpose of Hippodrome and Homecoming is to bring the entire Wichita State community together to celebrate their Shocker pride.
In order for these events to be successful and welcoming to all students across Wichita State, we need representatives from organizations and departments to bring ideas to the table.
The committee meets every Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Members are expected to be present at every meeting and be able to attend / execute events during Homecoming and Hippodrome.
If you have a student or students you would like to recommend to be a member, please have them email Glynnis Jackson at traditions@wichita.edu.
Your vote makes all the difference in the world! Be sure you are registered to vote. Get started today by visiting wichita.turbovote.org to register here in Kansas or back in your hometown.
Sign up today to receive election reminders, get registered to vote, and apply for your absentee ballot. Let's show them that #shockersvote.
Questions? Contact gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu for more information.
Now accepting fall 2020 I-Corps applications
Wichita State University is a National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps site. The Shocker Innovation Corps nurtures and supports Wichita State entrepreneurial teams interested in accelerating their STEM ideas, research, and product commercialization. Ideas / projects can originate from student or faculty work, research and institutional/industrial projects.
Are you teaching or advising an outstanding STEM-field student who will pursue a research-based graduate degree next year?
Are you teaching or advising an outstanding senior or first-year Graduate student who will be pursuing a research-based STEM-related master’s or doctoral degree? If so, encourage them to join the Graduate School Dean and AVP of Research Dr. Coleen Pugh, and a small panel of previous successful applicants from WSU to discuss preparing a successful application for the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF-GRFP) from 5:30-6:30 p.m. today (Tuesday, Sept. 22) on Zoom.
Applicants must be domestic students pursuing a graduate degree in specified STEM-related fields. For more information about the fellowship program, awards, and eligibility, visit the NSF-GRFP website or request the link to the Zoom session here.
Professional Development and Research Events
Are you a parent of a teenager?
Are you a parent of a teenager? If so, this may be a great opportunity for your child to experience what it is like being a part of an online research study.
The INSPYRE Research lab at Wichita State University is conducting a study to explore what makes relationships healthy or unhealthy in teens. The survey will only take about 20 minutes to complete, and a small prize will be given for participation.
Teens must be between the ages of 13-19 and be fluent in English. For easy access, teens can complete this study online, but they need their parent’s permission first.
For more information, click the following link to find the Parent Permission (Consent) Form.
If you have any questions, email Dr. Samantha Gregus, director of the INSPYRE lab at inspyre@wichita.edu, or give them a call at 316-978-6180.
Register for free Ulrich Virtual program on Tuesday featuring Midwest-based photographer Terry Evans
The Ulrich Museum of Art is excited to offer a free virtual program with Chicago-based artist and Kansas native Terry Evans at 6 p.m. today (Tuesday, Sept. 22). Like all Ulrich Virtual programs, it is free and open to the public, but registration is required to get the Zoom link. Register here.
Evans is known for her photographs of the people and landscapes of rural America and the Great Plains, particularly her native Kansas. Her billboard in the Ulrich + Artists + You Community Billboard Project is currently on display at 1101 N. West Street in Wichita.
Bloomfield Distinguished Guest Artist, Damin Spritzer, performs in Wiedemann Hall
The Rie Bloomfield Organ Series welcomes distinguished guest artist Damin Spritzer in concert at the great Marcussen organ at 7:30 p.m. today (Tuesday, Sept. 22), in Wiedemann Hall. Contact the WSU Fine Arts Box Office for a ticket - 77 seats are available - or watch in our live stream on the WSU School of Music Facebook page.
Don't miss the "Conversation with the Artist" following intermission! The artist is interviewed onstage by Lynne Davis and gives details about her professional career and her program. Works by Bach, Grigny, Tournemire, and Howells.
Start your business in 10 steps webinar
Are you interested in starting a business, but have no idea how to get started? This webinar will cover the 10 steps to start your business. Learn about licenses and permits, federal and state tax IDs, business structure, funding, marketing and other essentials.
Register for this no-cost webinar from noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at www.wichita.edu/ksbdcworkshops.
How should small business owners market during COVID-19?
Is your target audience listening to your business instead of the competition? This webinar will discuss best practices for small business online marketing and provide information on consumer behavior during COVID-19.
Register for this no-cost webinar from noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at www.wichita.edu/ksbdcworkshops
Wellness Services are virtual, too
Please join us for this week's virtual wellness events on Facebook live: Nutrition Talks with Campus Recreation, Mini Health Fair with Student Health and Keep Calm and Breathe with Counseling and Prevention Services.
Physics Seminar Series features Dr. Thayne Currie on Wednesday via Zoom
The next Physics Seminar will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, via Zoom. This week's talk features Dr. Thayne Currie, NASA Ames, Subaru Telescope Project from Sunnyvale, California. The title of this talk will be "Directly Imaging Extrasolar Planets from Kauna Kea."
WSU's Haley presents research on aerospace sector to free trade zones
In mid-September, Usha Haley, W. Frank Barton Chair of International Business was invited to present her research on the aerospace sector to the world free trade zones in Dubai.
More than 3,500 free trade zones exist around the world that enable a quarter of global trade flows, host over three million private companies, and employ more than 70 million people.
The event brought together world-class multinational corporate CEOs, leading industry experts, and senior decision-makers to provide insights on post-COVID strategies to millions of private sector companies and businesses worldwide.
Usha’s research dealt with “Back Swans, Grey Swans and Resilience in the Aerospace Sector.”
Feeling hungry? Join us at Journey East Asian Grill!
Be one of the first two customers at Journey East Asian Grill located in Braeburn Square and receive a FREE Bowl. The restaurant opens at 11 a.m. every day. Limit one free bowl per the first two customers per day.
Call ahead orders at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
Did you know the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes offers call ahead ordering? To place your order, call 316-978-3479. View the menu online at wichita.edu/ssgl.
Enjoy lunch at the Food Truck Plaza today!
Stop by the plaza for lunch with Noble House Hawaiian Plate Lunch! Get your meal to go or spread out on our socially distanced picnic tables or beautiful green space. The truck will be on site from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. today (Tuesday, Sept. 22).
Learn more at facebook.com/WichitaStateFoodTrucks or twitter.com/wsufoodtrucks.
'Adjusting to College' Drop-In Session on Sept. 23
Attend our Adult Learner Drop-In Session from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23. This time, we are focusing on “Adjusting to College,” where we will discuss:
- Advice from Adult Learners
- Key factors in semester planning
- Resources to support you
- Adult Learning community networking
Learn to #BeThere for others with the free #WeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training
Learn how you can #BeThere for someone in need with the #WeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training! Anyone with a wichita.edu or shockers.wichita.edu can sign up for free at Suspenders4Hope and clicking Take the Training Today.
Registration open for third annual 3MT competition
It's time for the third annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition at Wichita State. This year's event will be virtual. The website has been updated to assist students with the new format. Please encourage graduate students to participate in this world-wide event, which is part of the Graduate School's Professional Development Series.
There are many benefits with participating in this event, including the more obvious benefit of working on soft skills, that is targeted with the oral presentation. There is also tremendous benefit in honing the ability to distill a research elevator pitch. As the name suggests, they only have three minutes to summarize their research. Participants have until Oct. 5 to sign up, and those who register will need to submit their videos by Oct. 26.
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, by celebrating the histories, culture, and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, and South America. In addition, the heritage month honors five of our Central American neighbors who celebrate their independence in September.
Learn more about this cultural month at http://wichita.edu/odievents.