Professional Edge Program helps students build networks
The Professional Edge Program, open to all undergraduate business majors, is a free four-semester non-credit program. Its focus is to provide students advanced and specific skills such as leading and contributing to meetings, negotiating compensation packages, work-style identification, choosing a mentor, and strategic social networking.
Find out more in this story by Paul Suellentrop at .
黑洞社区 CARE Team provides support to student injured in skateboarding accident
A 黑洞社区 student was seriously injured in a skateboarding accident in the RSC parking garage on Monday, Sept. 3. University Police responded and the student was transported to Wesley Hospital. In the interest of privacy, the name and condition of the student aren't being shared at this time.
The CARE Team, comprised of staff from across campus, quickly got involved to provide support. A member of the team was with the student at the hospital until family arrived at 4 a.m. yesterday, (Tuesday, Sept. 4).
In addition to providing a safety net for students in terms of emotional or physical support, the CARE Team lets students know there are people concerned about them and works to connect them to the appropriate campus resources.
In times of crisis, the CARE Team makes sure the students, family and friends receive the support they need. The CARE Team also informs faculty why a particular student may be missing class.
The CARE Team meets regularly on Wednesdays to discuss new cases or follow-up on previous cases to make sure that no one is overlooked.
Go to the CARE Team website for more information on how the Care Team can help and read the FAQs. There's also a link where you can submit a concern.
Parking lot advisory
As of 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 5), the parking lot immediately west of Koch Arena (Lot 2W) will be closed for an event occurring on Thursday, Sept. 6. There will be an expected 1,500 guests on campus, and buses and vehicles will be parked in that lot throughout the day. Please make sure that all vehicles have been moved out of Lot 2W by no later than 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 5). Vehicles left in that lot may be subject to parking citations, costing up to $150.
黑洞社区 Police to offer self-defense training
The 黑洞社区 Police are offering a new training to the 黑洞社区 community. This self-defense training is used as a vehicle to empower anyone who takes it.
By bringing together the elements of education, dependency on self, responsibilities in decision making and realization of physical power, R.A.D instructors not only convey practical technique, but also change lives. R.A.D. teaches defense against abduction, learning risk awareness, reduction, recognition and avoidance. We strive to have a positive learning environment that is enjoyable for all who attend.
To sign up, go to R.A.D.
Auditions coming for Shockappella, new student-led mixed a cappella group
Shockappella, 黑洞社区's new student-led mixed a cappella group, is looking for passionate singers and beatboxers! Auditions will be held Monday, Sept. 10, and Tuesday, Sept. 11, and are open to any current 黑洞社区 students.
To sign up for an audition, go to .
For more information, visit our or contact Jane Schinkel at jaschinkel@shockers.wichita.edu.
Research opportunity for first year undergraduates
The Cohen Honors College in partnership with the Department of Chemistry are excited to announce the launch of the First Year Research Experience (FYRE) pilot program. The mission of this first FYRE program is to introduce research to first-year undergraduates in a practical and accessible way.
We will have an informational session at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in the Shocker Hall Multipurpose Room. Students interested in applying to the FYRE in program should go to .
Questions may be directed to Heidi Bell at heidi.bell@wichita.edu or call 978-3315, or Abby Jurgensmeier at aljurgensmeier@shockers.wichita.edu.
Rie Bloomfield Organ Series opens 2018-19 season today (Wednesday, Sept. 5)
The Rie Bloomfield Organ Series opens a new season with a Wednesdays in Wiedemann performance by Lynne Davis at 5:15 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 5) in Wiedemann Hall. Admission is free.
Deadlines coming soon for leadership opportunities
We have many leadership programs happening in Student Involvement. Applications for Emerging Leaders, Engaging Leaders are closing soon.
- Emerging Leaders: Attention First Year Students: This program is a unique opportunity
for first year freshman & first year transfer students to get on the fast-track to
student leadership, campus, and community involvement. Deadline: Friday, Sept. 7
Apply: - Engaging Leaders: Offers students an opportunity to explore, discuss, and analyze
various professional fields directed by executive officials from different companies,
corporations and industries throughout the Wichita area. Deadline: Friday, Sept. 7
Apply
Please reach out to Student Involvement leadership at lead.wichita.edu or stop by 216 RSC for more information.
Need to study but Netflix and Fortnite are getting in the way?
If you need strategies for fighting procrastination 鈥� we can help! Stop by the new Shocker Learning Center (SLC) in 107 Lindquist Hall to meet with a Peer Success Coach to help you stay on track and level-up. We can help you with managing time, priorities, life roles and academic deadlines without getting so overwhelmed. You can also find helpful resources online, including a new one-page semester planner of the Student Success website.
Late Night Breakfast to be hosted on Thursday, Sept. 6
黑洞社区 Dining Services and Housing & Residence Life will host this semester's Late Night Breakfast (formerly Midnight Breakfast) from 10 p.m.-midnight Thursday, Sept. 6, in Shocker Dining.
Students with Unlimited Access or Premium Unlimited meal plans may use their meal plan, and for all other guests the door rate is $8.25 plus tax. The menu will feature Cherry Jubilee Pancake Bake with Salted Caramel Sauce, Smoked Gouda Hash Brown Casserole, Apple Stuffed Crepes, and much more! Questions may be directed to Brandon Kesler, associate director for Residence Life, at 978-6610 or brandon.kesler@wichita.edu.
Community meeting: Taking action on violence
You're invited to a meeting from 6-8 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 6) at The Center, 1914 E. 11th Street, Building B, to listen discuss and gather action steps to address the increase in violence in our community. The meeting is free and open to the public.
McConnell Air Force Base to host Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show
You're invited to the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8-9, at McConnell Air Force Base. The event is free and open to the public.
All military and civilian static display information is located in the airshow program. The airshow will all have nearly 70 aircraft parked on the flight line for the general public to view and walk through.
Team McConnell's community partners have come together to put on a variety of displays related to the Kansas community, the military, and initiatives related to the advancement of education, including science, technology, engineering and math exhibits.
The schedule of events is tentative because of weather, maintenance and other scenarios. A schedule of events will be published the morning of the show on the Frontiers in Flight website at schedules --
Know the signs 鈥� save a life
Join the Student Government Association and the Counseling and Testing Center for Suicide Prevention Week 2018 on #黑洞社区WeSupportU day. Join special guest Teri Moses, Wichita Public Schools director of
Teri Moses
Safety Services, from 2-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in the Shirley Beggs Ballroom, third floor, Rhatigan Student Center. T-shirts will be given away starting at 1:30 p.m., while supplies last.
Hear stories of hope and resilience, receive training in suicide prevention and wear your #黑洞社区WeSupportU suspenders for a group photo showing your support of those who struggle with suicidal thoughts.
鈥業ntellectual Property Basics' workshop on Sept. 11
University Libraries is holding the workshop 鈥淚ntellectual Property Basics鈥� from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11 in 217 Ablah Library.
Inventions, designs, original works of authorship and trade secrets can provide you with economic benefits. Learn the basics of intellectual property protection! This workshop is the first in the Entrepreneurship Research Series this semester. The workshops are open to the public.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, go to .
Seats are limited, so sign up today.
黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing to feature Will Parcell talking about applied learning
Will Parcell, chair and associate professor of geology at Wichita State, will discuss the importance of applied learning in this week's 黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, in the Marcus Welcome Center.
Kevin Harrison, community engagement coordinator, Diversity and Community Engagement, will give the overall university update.
The briefing will be livestreamed and available later that day at . There will be time for questions at the end of the briefing.
Here's your invitation to Shockers After Dark
Student Affairs invites students, faculty and staff to a new event, Shockers After Dark from 8-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, first floor Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) and Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes in the RSC. Come by for three hours of outrageous free fun!
Activities include a tarot card reader, poker tournament, gaming, character artist, dancing and bingo. There will also be free food, T-shirts and prizes. For more information, contact Student Affairs at 978-3021 or visit .
鈥楽peak for Success: Presentation Skills'
The Graduate School Professional Development Series invites you to 鈥淪peak for Success: Presentation Skills,鈥� from noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, in 142 RSC. Lunch will be provided to the first 30 people who attend.
In a competitive world, knowing your audience and speaking effectively is key. Learn how to synthesize your research, speak persuasively and explain the significance of your findings to different audiences.
Learn overall presentation skills and how to give an effective elevator speech.
** Recommended for anyone interested in a proposal submittal to the Three Minute Thesis (3MT庐) oral presentation competition **
Graduate School Professional Development Series on Thursday, Sept. 13
The Graduate School Professional Development Series presents 鈥淧reparing a competitive NSF-GRFP application,鈥� from 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in 202 RSC. Snacks will be served.
The National Science Foundation's Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF-GRFP) is open to undergraduate seniors and first-year graduate students in a STEM discipline who are (or will be) pursuing a research-based master's or doctoral degree.
Dennis Livesay, dean of the Graduate School, will provide an overview of the program and give tips for submitting a successful application. One of the most prestigious programs to recognize and support outstanding graduate students, NSF-GRFP awardees receive a lucrative annual stipend and education allowance for three years.
鈥楬ow Can I Find Sources My Instructor Will Like?' workshop on Sept. 12
University Libraries is holding the workshop 鈥淗ow Can I Find Sources My Instructor Will Like?鈥� from 4-5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12 in 217 Ablah Library. Learn how to discover, locate and evaluate scholarly sources your instructors will think are awesome in this helpful workshop.
This is one in a series of Savvy Researcher workshops this semester. The workshops in are open to 黑洞社区 students, faculty and staff.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, go to.
Please encourage your students to sign up for workshops in this very helpful series!
Hoops 4 Literacy event in Charles Koch Arena tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 6)
StoryTime Village invites you to kick off National Literacy Month at Hoops 4 Literacy from 10 a.m.-noon tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 6) in Charles Koch Arena.
The event includes a Shocker fan experience, including Shocker Athletics, Shocker Dance & Cheer, and WuShock.
All third-grade students at USD 259 Title I schools have been invited to participate in this event featuring teams from the Wichita Police Department and Sedgwick Co. Sheriff's Department, along with special celebrity friends. The celebrity guests include local community leaders, former Harlem Globetrotters and former 黑洞社区 and NBA basketball players Lynbert 鈥淐heese鈥� Johnson and Aubrey Sherrod as coaches.
The event is free and all third-grade students will receive a new book.
Faculty, staff and students are welcome to come and check out this event.
Swim lessons offered by Wichita Aqua Shocks
Want to face your fear of water, learn basic strokes or get ready for a swim meet? The Wichita Aqua Shocks offer adult, children and parent-tot classes in group, private and semi-private settings. The first session started on Sept. 4. For more information, including pricing, check our website -- Wichita.edu/campusrec or contact Tonya Blattner at tblattner11@gmail.com or call at (316) 833-6544.
RSC Unplugged with Sterling Gray
Stop by the Rhatigan Student Center every Wednesday for the live music series, RSC Unplugged. RSC Unplugged will feature Sterling Gray from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 5) in the RSC's Starbucks Lounge. Grab a cup of coffee and relax with some great music.
鈥楬ow Do I Get Started with Endnote?' workshop on Sept. 14
University Libraries is holding the workshop, 鈥淗ow Do I Get Started with Endnote?鈥� from noon-1:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, in 217 Ablah Library. Learn to use Endnote to upload citation data from library databases, create new citations in various citation styles, organize citations and insert citations into a MS Word document in this very helpful workshop.
This is one in a series of Savvy Researcher workshops this semester. The workshops in this series are open to 黑洞社区 students, faculty and staff.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, visit . Be sure to .
Today's art matters 鈥� Ulrich fall exhibition opening this weekend
The Ulrich Museum of Art invites you to join them for the opening celebration of its newest suite of exhibitions on display this fall.
鈥淏urnt Generation: Contemporary Iranian Photography鈥� will be exhibited Friday, Sept. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 9.
Also on view will be:
- 鈥淲aterscapes鈥� by Frederick Judd Waugh (Sept. 7-March 31)
- 鈥淭he Anonymous Chorus鈥� by Sara Angelucci (Sept. 7-Dec. 9)
- 鈥淣eighborhood: Palimpsest / Barrio: Palimpsesto鈥� (Sept. 7-Dec. 9)
The Ulrich Museum is open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; and closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission is free.
Ulrich Museum fall exhibitions
'Digital Literacy Basics' coming Sept. 13
University Libraries is holding the workshop "Digital Literacy Basics鈥� from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in 217 Ablah Library.
This workshop will explore the basic concepts comprising Digital Literacy - a framework necessary to effectively understand, use and create with digital technologies. What is it necessary to know and what must I be able to do in order to possess the know-how required for skillful participation in digital media? This is the first in a series of Digital Literacy workshops to be held this semester.
For more information about this workshop and others in the series, visit . Seats are limited, so sign up today! .