The Graduate School's 3rd Annual Three Minute Thesis Competition is today
Celebrate the third-annual WSU Graduate School Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition at 3 p.m. today (Friday, Nov. 6) on Zoom.
This competition will feature finalists' video where a panel of judges will select the WSU winner. The first-place winner of the competition will represent Wichita State at the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools 3MT Competition in the spring. Graduate School 2020-21 award winners will also be recognized at the award ceremony. To learn more about 3MT, click here.
The KMUW podcast Hindsight: Looking Back at 100 Years of Women's Suffrage is back with a new episode
Hindsight: Looking Back at 100 Years of Women’s Suffrage is a six-episode podcast series from KMUW.
On the latest episode of Hindsight, host Dr. Robin Henry explores women’s activism from World War II to the present day. We examine the ways in which women used war and government work to expand economic and professional opportunities, while others remained unconvinced that equal access would improve their lives.
We discover how a little-known section of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provided the opening wedge to end discrimination on the basis of sex. And we see how women of color, lesbians, Chicanas, and working-class women challenged what constituted women’s rights and what was worth fighting for.
Listen at KMUW.org or look for Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts.
Register to attend next week's Rising to the Challenge Virtual Workshop!
Join the Community Engagement Institute for a series of interactive, complimentary workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention!
In recent months, everyone has been challenged to approach work and life with new priorities, tools, and energy. Join us from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, to discover practical frameworks and techniques to help you rise to the challenges you are facing today. Participate in one, several, or all of these workshops – our 60-minute sessions are open to everyone!
The Nov. 10 workshop addresses “Fostering Essential Self-Care in the Workplace.”
We know that self-care is a key component of our overall well-being and performance. Yet, for many of us, the idea of self-care has started to feel like a platitude. Presenters will share sustainable routines for navigating experiences of stress and overwhelm with more ease and grace, and how to preserve these routines in the workplace. When we can slow down and better understand ourselves, we are able to create environments that allow space for those around us to do the same.
No-cost entrepreneurship webinars to help your small business succeed
Give yourself and your business the opportunities to succeed with our no-cost small business webinars.
Register at www.wichita.edu/ksbdcworkshops
Startup and Start Right
Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11
This workshop will cover the Small Business Administration's 10 steps to start your business. Learn about licenses and permits, federal and state tax IDs, business structure, funding, marketing, and other essentials.
Competing for Government Contracts: Basic Training
1:30-4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17
Federal, state, and local governments spend more than $800 billion per year buying goods and services. This webinar offers an overview of the critical first steps to becoming a government contractor. Learn to identify opportunities, understand the contracting process, and know the services available to help you.
Attention future Shocker Adelante Scholars
Wichita State offers new scholarship opportunities geared toward Hispanic and Black students joining Shocker Nation! Thank you, Yolanda and Gene Camarena! (See graphic for eligibility details and where to apply)
Ulrich Virtual Stories book discussion next week examines 'Last Night at the Lobster'
Looking for a fun distraction? Head over to Watermark Books, pick up your copy of Steward O'Nan's "Last Night at the Lobster," and join the Ulrich Museum for an Ulrich Virtual Stories book discussion at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10.
Delve into a discussion with Beth Golay, host of KMUW’s podcast Marginalia, on this poignant and redemptive story set in the workaday world. The book discussion is free and open to all, but registration is required to get the Zoom link.
Call for graduate student abstracts for CGRS 2021
Do you have a student working on research that benefits the State of Kansas? Encourage them to submit an abstract to represent Wichita State University at the 18th Annual Capital Graduate Research Summit (CGRS). Abstract submission for WSU consideration closes Nov. 20.
CGRS is a research competition and showcase for Kansas Board of Regents universities to raise awareness of graduate students conducting research impacting Kansas and provide an opportunity to share their work with graduate students and faculty from other Kansas universities, the Kansas Legislature, and the general public. This year’s Summit will take place online with video presentations going live on Feb. 18.
Friday's ISME Colloquium features Dr. Ruben Favela from Textron Aviation
Ruben Favela
Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering invites you to an IME Colloquium presentation by Dr. Ruben Favela, senior manager, advanced design and industrial engineering at Textron Aviation. The title of the presentation will be “Digital Factory and Intelligent Scheduling in Aerospace Industry,” and will be held from 11 a.m.-noon Friday, Nov. 6, via Zoom.
Abstract
Breakthrough to evolve production systems through Industry 4.0 principles and lean engineering to dramatically increase delivery and quality. Automated digitally linked business in real time to monitor quality and delivery to connect every work-station to ultimately make decisions without human touch in a 100% labor intensive environment in aerospace industry. Material availability and on-time delivery improved in 50%, scrap reduced in 25% and $1.9M of annual recurrent savings.
Dr. Ruben Favela is the Sr. Manger of Advanced Design and Industrial Engineering in Textron Aviation. Textron Aviation produces and sells Cessna and Beechcraft aircrafts in Wichita. He has worked for Textron Aviation for eight years, leading innovations, engineering changes, introduction of new products and increasing business capabilities and capacities.
He earned his Ph.D. in Innovation Design in 2017, Masters in Product Design in 2011 and bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering in 2007. He began his career at Honeywell Aerospace in 2007 and Automotive Industry in 2011.
He is certified by APICS CPIM, Blackbelt By Honeywell and ASQ, GD&T, Master Lean manufacturing by Delphi Powertrain, TRIZ “Theory of Inventive Problem Solving” by Oxford Creativity University, Excellence model by Shingo Enterprise and Advanced Problem Solving by Shaining RedX. Ruben has accomplished four times the finalist for Chairman award in Textron Aviation, Best Six sigma project, Best Manufacturing Plant of North America by Industry Week magazine [hold full responsibility] and best project for PhD implementing in 2015 “Virtual Reality introduction in aerospace business.”
Some specific applications Ruben has worked in Automotive Industry as problem solver for process and design though reliability and accelerated life testing based on Ford, GM, Chrysler, Hyundai, Harley Davidson, Mazda, Aston Martin, Mercedes-Benz and BMW standards. He is specialized on the design and deployment of Lean Operations, Business Analytics and Work systems.
Economics Bites on the Go: Dr. Ginny Choi talks about Austrian and experimental economics
Do markets corrupt our morals?
Economics Bites on the Go invites Dr. Ginny Choi and Dr. Siyu Wang to have a conversation with Wichita State faculty and students regarding Austrian and Experimental Economics.
Time: Noon-1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android. Password: 200
Zoom Meeting ID: 379 883 4810
Attention first-generation students! Want to maximize your potential for success?
Are you a first-generation student (which means neither of your parents earned a four-year degree) and looking for an opportunity to maximize your potential for personal success? If so, plan to attend the 2020 Ad Astra Mini-Conference from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8. This event is designed for first-generation Shockers and can be attended in person or virtually.
Join us as we come together for National First-Generation Celebration Day!
To find the mini-conference schedule and to RSVP, go to www.wichita.edu/adastra. Space is limited!
Join us for our upcoming Real Talk! Debriefing the 2020 Elections
Upcoming Topic: Debriefing the 2020 Elections
Engage in meaningful dialogues around various topics that impact identity, diversity, inclusion, equity and society. We welcome you to lean into discomfort and join in on the discussion.
We will host multiple sessions on the following dates:
Session 6: 8-9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6
Session 7: 1-2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6
Session 8: 9-10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9
Register for any of these sessions at wichita.edu/odievents!
Real Talk – Intersection Dialogues
RBOS Distinguished Guest Artist Isabelle Demers to perform in Wiedemann Hall
Join us either through the live-stream or in person (limited attendance) for the Rie Bloomfield Organ Series Distinguished Guest Artist Isabelle Demers, professor of organ and head of the organ department at Baylor University, Waco, Texas. The concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in Wiedemann Hall.
Her program on the great Marcussen organ is a spectacular mix of old and new with Bach, Beethoven and Louis Vierne, who was born 150 years ago this year.
Tickets are available at the Fine Arts Box Office.
Masks and social distancing respected.
State Employee Health Plan updates in response to COVID-19
Gov. Laura Kelly announced four (4) provisions on March 13, 2020 that have been extended through Dec. 31, 2020 for employees and dependents enrolled in medical insurance through the State Employee Health Plan.
- SEHP will cover medically necessary diagnostic tests that are consistent with CDC guidance related to the COVID-19 at no cost share to member, where it is not covered as part of the Public Health Service response.
- SEHP will allow early refills on 30 or 90-day prescription medications and/or allow
members to use their mail order benefit.
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- Given the nature of the COVID-19 outbreak, seeking in person medical care has the potential to further spread the virus. SEHP partners with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas to provide Telehealth services with a virtual doctor’s office. There is 24/7/365 access to this service. The member cost share will be waived for any Telehealth service. In addition to telehealth services provided by Teledoc or Amwell, the member cost share will also be waived for services from your in-network physician that are billed as telehealth services.
Blue Cross Blue Shield members - Amwell
- For plan participants that reside in the Topeka area, the HealthQuest Health Center available to members enrolled in the health plan, is located at 901 S. Kansas Ave., Topeka
- Phone screening is recommended before going to the center: 785-783-4080
- If a patient walks into the clinic, they will have them put on a mask and clean their hands with hand sanitizer. The health center staff will evaluate the patient’s symptoms and recommend they isolate if the initial findings and/or symptoms present are a positive indicator for the virus.
- COVID-19 testing is available at the HealthQuest Health Center for State of Kansas employees. Curbside testing will be available at the center by appointment only.
For all up to date information regarding COVID-19 and the WSU campus please visit www.wichita.edu/covid19.
Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes November Rewards Special
Members of the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Eat.Drink.Play. Rewards program can enjoy Bonus Discount Fridays in November! Each Friday add 5% to your current rewards discount. Not a rewards member? Joining is free and easy, just ask us on your next visit!
National Nacho Day at Fuzzy's!
Need your nacho fix? Friday is national nacho day! Stop by Fuzzys, buy some nachos and load them for free! Dine in and carry out.
Purchase your cardboard cutout for the 2020-21 sport seasons at Koch Arena
Now's your chance to celebrate the 2020-21 season, by bringing your face into Charles Koch Arena in a "big" way. We're filling Charles Koch Arena with two-and-a-half-foot high fan faces sponsored by Patterson Legal Group.
Fans can purchase a two-and-a-half-foot high (32 in. x 16 in.) likeness of their face to be featured in the lower-level at Charles Koch Arena for all home games for men's and women's basketball and volleyball for the 2020-21 season. Each individual "big head" will be authenticated and returned to fans after the season as a keepsake.
Each cutout is $125 for the premium lower bowl and $50 for a non-guaranteed prime location with proceeds from the program aiding the Shocker Pride Fund. Purchase your cutout here.
Student Involvement Ambassador nominations
Student Involvement Ambassadors is looking for students who are passionate about getting involved. We are a team dedicated to recruiting new Shockers, connecting current students to opportunities, celebrating campus leaders and sharing our story.
Do you know someone who would excel at communicating the value of involvement to others? Consider nominating an outstanding student to serve as a Student Involvement Ambassador!
Student Involvement Ambassadors
Please help less fortunate children this Christmas
Our Toys for Tots toy drive is happening now until Dec. 16! We had fantastic support last year ending with a box brimming over with toys. We helped so many underprivileged children in Wichita. Let's shoot to double it this year!
You can stop by the Campus Credit Union lobby between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, to donate.
Bake sale at the SAE House! Preorders accepted until Nov. 8
What would autumn be without an old-fashioned bake sale? That's why Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Kappa Delta Chi Sorority Inc., are excited to announce our first joint philanthropy event! Fill out an order form by Sunday, Nov. 8, and stop by the SAE House on Nov. 15 to benefit the Children's Miracle Network and the American Cancer Society. We also deliver.
We are offering a selection of assorted cake pops, snickerdoodles, puppy chow, and Rice Krispy treats. We also have gift boxes available.
Preorders are accepted at tinyurl.com/sae-kdchi-bakesale.
The American Red Cross Club of Wichita State is hosting an upcoming blood drive!
Red Cross blood donors have the opportunity to help patients fighting COVID-19! If your regular donation tests positive for COVID-19 antibodies, plasma from that donation may now help coronavirus patients in need of plasma transfusions.
*Free COVID-19 antibody testing with blood donation!
Wichita State University Blood Drive: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 19 in the Heskett Center lobby
To schedule your life-saving appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org; Sponsor Code: Wichita State or Call 1-800-Red-Cross.
Students learn more about STEM with ‘Expanding Your Horizons’
Join us this Saturday, Nov. 7 for the virtual ”Expanding Your Horizons” mini conference! This annual event is used to introduce middle school girls to various STEM areas and careers. Saturday will include several livestreamed discussion panels and activities, which will be free and open to everyone -- no registration required.
More information, including a schedule of events, can be found at Wichita Expanding Your Horizons.
Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is offering free tutoring and academic mentoring!
Our tutors help students develop a deeper understanding of class material and gain successful skills that can improve their overall GPA.
Our academic mentors offer biweekly meetings to help you with academic success skills, such as time management, effective studying and note-taking, test preparation and more!
You can drop in any of the listed times or schedule an appointment. See when we are open, what classes are offered, and how to request appointments at wichita.edu/pass!
Register to receive 5 Days of DIYs!
We love DIYS and we know you do too! Register to receive a 5 Days of DIYs kit to get you through the last week of in-person classes or to take with you over the break! Registrants will receive a make at home kit including five different DIY projects, some SAC swag, and some other little treats to make the break before finals bearable.
You can choose to pick up your kit in Student Involvement at the Rhatigan Student Center between Nov. 10-13 or have it mailed to your home address. All registrants that choose to pick up their kit will be contacted via email to select a pick-up time. Once you have your kit, follow along with our social media where we’ll walk you through how to create each day’s DIY throughout the week. Then, show off your creations on your own pages! Be sure to tag SAC when you post!
One kit per person with WSU ID - priority will be given to students. Registration is open now and closes Friday, Nov. 6, or until supplies last. For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to wichita.edu/SAC or contact us at SAC@wichita.edu.