Wichita State aerospace engineering student awarded prestigious NSF fellowship
Brittany Wojciechowski, a Wichita State University Ph.D. graduate student in aerospace engineering, has been awarded the prestigious National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship (GRF), which is worth more than $120,000.
“To me, this fellowship means hope,” Wojciechowski said. “It shows me how far I have come and my potential for how far I can go. When I started my college and my research careers, I would not have imagined applying to this fellowship, let alone receiving the fellowship.”
WSU Barton School of Business launches Entrepreneur in Residence program, names newest resident
The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has launched its Entrepreneur in Residence program and named Michael Golomb, founder and CEO of FanVestor, as its newest resident. This distinction will last through the spring 2021 semester. Each Entrepreneur in Residence will provide essential collaboration and outside industry knowledge to Barton School students, faculty and the Wichita community.
Outdoor classroom spaces available
In response to faculty requests, six outdoor classroom spaces will be available for reservation from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday through Friday starting on March 22. These spaces will have 30 folding chairs to be arranged as you choose, along with a table. Plans are in the works for white boards and portable amplification. We ask that people limit themselves to two reservations at a time to allow others the opportunity to use these spaces. Information and online reservations are available at www.wichita.edu/classoutside.
Watch out for your safety, and leave your taxes at home
It is tax season. We ask you not to store or process your taxes/personal finances on Wichita State-issued devices. Personal software licensing issues, data storage, data destruction and privacy issues are some of the many problems that you could have by mixing your sensitive personal data with your university-issued devices. This includes services such as WSU OneDrive, file shares, wichita.edu email, Microsoft Teams, university-issued USB storage, laptops and desktops. Be smart, keep your data at home. To learn more about our acceptable use, please see: www.wichita.edu/aup.
If you have questions, please reach out to askinfosec@wichita.edu.
KMUW project connects seniors with penpals
Apply to be a KMUW Pen Pal and get connected with a local senior home to be paired with a kind-hearted stranger who is looking for a friend just like you. This new project is dedicated to connecting community members with one another during this time of pandemic-induced loneliness and disconnection. In the midst of Zoom fatigue, it’s a great time to look at alternative methods of creating social interaction. To learn more and apply, please visit kmuw.org/kmuw-pen-pal. Applications are accepted through April 1.
Rudd Foundation awards scholarships to 19 future Shockers
The fourth class of Rudd Scholars includes 19 Kansas high school seniors who will attend Wichita State University.
Each recipient will receive a full-ride scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, on-campus housing and considerable networking/coaching support along the way. All Rudd Scholars are from Kansas and will attend Wichita State, Emporia State or Fort Hays State.
“I’m thrilled Wichita State will be a part of each of these new Rudd Scholars’ journeys,” said Bobby Gandu, assistant vice president and director of undergraduate admissions. “We are working together to educate Kansas’ high-achieving, high-potential high school seniors to be the state’s future professional workforce.”
Join us for Lunch and Learn on March 29
What does it mean to be student-centered and how does that relate to customer service? Join us for this panel of Shocker experts who will share their insights on how to keep students at the center of our work and how to model superior customer service. Sign up to attend in myWSU under myTraining.
Tuition assistance applications open for summer 2021
Tuition assistance applications for summer 2021 are now being accepted through the online application form. The online application will be available through April 15, 2021 and will close at the end of this application period.
The fillable PDF form will no longer be accepted. Due to the volume of applications received each semester, requests to submit late applications will be automatically denied. There will be no exceptions.
Full program details can be found at www.wichita.edu/tuitionassistance.
Questions may be directed to TuitionAssistance@wichita.edu.
Photos to be visible in Employee Self-Service
Soon, photos from the Shocker Card Center will be visible within the Employee Self-Service application.
With this new functionality, all employees will see their own photo and supervisors will see photos of the employees reporting to them.
- If an employee desires a new photo, the Shocker Card Center will take a new photo at no cost
- If a new badge is desired with the new photo, the current cost is $10
- Photos will appear in Employee Self-Service only and not within the online Employee Directory
- There is no opportunity for employees to opt-out of having their photo visible within Employee Self-Service
Faculty and advisor photos will also be visible within student self-service applications. Please contact Human Resources with any questions at HR.ServiceCenter@wichita.edu.
'That's a Shocker': Library introduces podcast
University Libraries invites all to enjoy our fun infotainment podcast, "That's a Shocker!" The first episode takes a deep dive on the library's history is out on multiple platforms.
The library website, Spotify, and Anchor FM. How much do you know about where all of the resources and books were stored on campus in the beginning? Make sure to follow the Libraries' social media accounts for updates when a new monthly episode drops.
Next month, we will be using library resources to uncover some mysteries about one of the world's most talked about subjects: unidentified flying objects.
Submit nominations for advising awards
Have you received great advising or encouragement? Do you know of an advisor who goes above and beyond for students? Nominate a faculty or staff advisor for the third annual Excellence in Academic Advising Award.
The Advising Network (TAN) is proud to support student success by recognizing advisors at Wichita State University. Anyone who provides advising services in any role (faculty or staff) is eligible for nomination. Applications will be accepted until April 10.
Presenters sought for Sport Club Lead Training
Campus Recreation invites university faculty and staff to be a part of Sport Club Lead Training during the first two weeks of April. This is the first time Sports Club Lead Training will be virtual.
The plan is to discuss Sport Club- and Student Org-specific topics and then expand to career readiness topics: critical thinking/problem solving, communication, teamwork and collaboration, leadership, professionalism, diversity and inclusion.
There are multiple options:
- Pre-recorded presentation: Campus Recreation will ask the Sport Club leaders to complete a form about the points of emphasis and how they relate to their club and personal professional development.
- Live-presentation and discussion.
- Pre-recorded presentation that the Sport Club leaders will watch. About a week later a virtual discussion will take place about the points of emphasis and how they relate to their club and personal professional development.
Those are just a few presentation options. We welcome any idea of how to present each topic virtually.
If you are interested in assisting, please contact sports programs coordinator Austin Sanderson at austin.sanderson@wichita.edu.
Graduate School seeks GRASP judges
The Graduate School is seeking volunteers to judge the 2021 Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) Symposium on April 2. GRASP will be held online this year and all judging will be done asynchronously online on April 2. To indicate your willingness to volunteer for judging, please complete the volunteer form by end of day Friday, March 26. More information regarding the logistics of the day will follow via email in the coming weeks. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the diverse research and scholarly projects in which graduate students across campus have been engaged and we would greatly appreciate your help.
Greek Life celebrates member accomplishments
Each spring, Fraternity and Sorority Life gathers to recognize the accomplishments of our chapters and individual members from the previous year. This year, we adjusted our award list and utilized a virtual platform to recognize our members. We were still able to hand out 16 awards and $3,000 in scholarships. All of our award winners are on our website, along with a link to our awards ceremony via YouTube. Visit us at www.wichita.edu/greekawards.
Researchers offer help with parenting issues
Parenting can be tough! Researchers at Wichita State University are seeking to help parents manage behavior concerns in children ages 3-12. Behaviors may include whining, tantrums, and difficulty following directions. The study will include three telehealth parent training sessions (approx. 45 min each) and follow up assessments one week, one month, and six months after treatment in order to track long-term behavior change.
Parents who complete all three parent training sessions and corresponding assessments will be entered into a raffle for a $25 gift card. We are looking for about 25 families to participate in our study. If you have a child living in your home who is between 3-12 years old and is exhibiting behaviors that are difficult to manage, you may be eligible for this study.
If you are interested in learning more about this study, please contact Ashley Ormond aeormond@shockers.wichita.edu or Dr. Rachel Petts at 316-978-3720 or rachel.petts@wichita.edu.
The Chung Report reflects on past vibrancy found within Shocker Neighborhood
The Chung Report interviewed Naquela Pack, director of engagement in the Office of Strategic Engagement and Planning and highlights the importance of the Shocker Neighborhood Commitment.
"Improving economic conditions, educational outcomes and cultural prosperity can ensure vitality and sustainability of our community,” Pack said. “Our neighborhoods have so much skill and talent. We just need to be able to create space, opportunity, and connections to see that come through. By being aware of the history of what our neighborhoods have experienced, we can move forward in a realistic conscious way, and provide what is actually needed versus what we just think we can do. It’s important for us to work together alongside, not come in to try and be a savior in any way shape or form.”
Lunch Social Hour: Womxn in Student Affairs
Join NASPA Gap, NASPA Womxn in Student Affairs KC, and WSU Student Affairs for our Lunch Social Hour: Womxn in Student Affairs virtual event at noon on Wednesday, March 31 to celebrate Womxn's History Month.
Let's connect to discuss topics over the challenges, inequities, and mental health issues we face as professionals. Grab your lunch and join us for a roundtable discussion!
Register for the event at http://bit.ly/wsuwomxnsa. If you have any questions, please contact Trang at trang.bui@wichita.edu.
Shocker Tennis set to take court against Denver
Shocker Men's Tennis takes the court against Denver at Coleman Tennis Complex at noon Saturday, March 27. Admission is free for all that attend. Head on out to support your Shocker Men's Tennis team.
SBDC hosts business tax workshops
The Kansas SBDC presents the following no-cost webinars:
State Tax Workshop for Construction Contractors
10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, March 30
Carl York with the Kansas Department of Revenue will focus on sales tax issues for construction contractors and subcontractors, including those who provide services such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, and landscaping. Learn about applying sales tax to materials and labor, Project Exemption Certificates, tax returns, billing, and more.
State Tax Workshop
1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 30
Carl York with the Kansas Department of Revenue will give you the basics in this free webinar. Topics include sales and compensating use taxes, tax forms and how to file them, estimated taxes, and recordkeeping.
Workshop helps power up your LinkedIn profile
Are you on LinkedIn? Are your students on LinkedIn? You should be, and so should your students. The Shocker Career Accelerator invites you to attend this workshop for yourself and spread the word to your students at noon March 30 via Zoom.
For many, LinkedIn is the social media equivalent of an awkward networking event. However, 98% of recruiters and 85% of hiring managers use LinkedIn to find candidates.
LinkedIn can be a brilliant way to build your professional network. If you don't know how to use LinkedIn or have never even considered it, come to this workshop where you'll learn how to craft a stellar profile, build a valuable network, and leverage both to your best advantage. This workshop hosted by Eric Rauber, Higher Education Learning Consultant at LinkedIn Learning.
We track student attendees for faculty that are building this fair into their curriculum or offering extra credit. Let us know if we can track your class or student group participation! Email SCA@wichita.edu.
UP and USS senates host virtual March Mayhem
Join the UP and USS senates for Final Friday at 3:30 p.m. today on Zoom. This month's social activity includes a variety of virtual games, including general trivia.
See the full event schedule and register to receive the Zoom link at at wichita.edu/finalfridays.
Softball tickets available for ECU series
Single-game tickets for Wichita State Softball's conference-opening series against the ECU Pirates are still available. To purchase tickets, please go to goshockers.com/tickets today.
The game dates and times are as follows:
- 5 p.m. today
- 2 and 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 27
- Noon on Sunday, March 28
We look forward to seeing you at Wilkins Stadium!
#WSUWeSupportU offers free online training
Shockers can learn how to help someone in need with the free #WSUWeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training. Take this hour-long online training and learn how to use the #ShareAskSupport method and assist someone who may be struggling. Take the training at wichita.edu/TakeTheTraining.
Win prizes for International Happiness Day
As we wish you a happy International Happiness Day, Wichita State's Cultural Ambassadors are having a giveaway. We are giving away sets of two coasters to seven winners. To enter the giveaway, you must be a Wichita State faculty, student, or staff member. You can enter to win by following our Facebook page, liking our post about the giveaway, and tagging three Wichita State friends in the comments. Winners will pick up their coasters at the Office of International Education. The deadline to enter the giveaway has been extended to Monday, March 29. Good luck, and remember to be happy!
Save on sweatshirts and jackets this weekend
Save on sweatshirts and jackets at the Shocker Store. This weekend, you can take 20% off all sweatshirts and jackets at both the RSC and Braeburn Square Shocker Store locations. Sale is valid Friday and Saturday in the RSC and Friday through Sunday at Braeburn Square. For hours of operation for both stores, visit wichita.edu/rschours. Sale is not valid with other discounts or promotions.