Wichita State to hold panel discussion on freedom of expression
Free expression is a fundamental value for an institution such as 黑洞社区, Neal Allen, associate professor of political science, maintains.
鈥淲e owe all of our students, and all Kansas citizens that we serve, our best effort to include all points of view,鈥� he said. 鈥淚 believe that democratic government depends on having both involved citizens and trained professionals.鈥�
The open exchange of ideas may not produce a tidy ending.
That exchange, however, is crucial to our nation鈥檚 discourse, no matter how difficult the conversation. 黑洞社区 recognizes the important role universities play and will present a virtual panel on Freedom of Expression from 3-4:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 31.
Five Shockers featured at Kansas Undergraduate Research Days
Five Wichita State students鈥� projects are being highlighted as a part of the Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Kansas State Capitol March 2-4.
鈥淲e know that students engaged in faculty-mentored research and creative activity are better prepared for professional success. We are grateful for the opportunity to showcase the high quality of undergraduate work across Kansas to state legislators and other guests visiting Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol,鈥� said Dr. Kimberly Engber, dean of the Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College, who is traveling with the students.
Students, faculty, Kansas Board of Regents members, state lawmakers and members of the public are invited to visit to view the video presentations, comment and post questions for the approximately 40 student presenters from across the state on these dates.
Nominate a Wichita State phenomenal woman
We are excited to kick off Women's History Month with the Wichita State Office of Diversity and Inclusion's 13th annual Phenomenal Women Award program. The Phenomenal Women Award recognizes women for their accomplishments and contributions to our community through their scholarship, activism and commitment to excellence. Individuals are encouraged to nominate women who have made a difference in their lives.
Nominations are now open to the 黑洞社区 community. For questions, contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 316-978-3034 or diversity@wichita.edu.
Study-abroad spotlight: Dr. Selena Jackson
Learn more from Wichita State faculty and staff as they share about their study abroad experiences in college. Faculty and staff will be featured each week through the month of March. This week, read about Dr. Selena Jackson's study abroad experience.
Win up to $10,000 in the Shocker New Venture Competition
The Shocker New Venture Competition is a chance for students to receive insight on their ideas to further develop the skills they need to commercialize them.
Innovation Works competition with cash prizes for student teams
The 黑洞社区 Aerospace Engineering and NASA in Kansas office is excited to announce the first Innovation Works Competition, sponsored by Lockheed Martin. This is a team competition for current full time Wichita State students March 12-14. Teams compete by providing an innovative approach to real-life challenges faced every day by industry and government. A contest theme and focus will be announced on March 12. Teams will periodically present short elevator pitches to judges during sessions over a 48-hour period (Friday to Sunday). Scoring is based on problem understanding, solution uniqueness, demonstrated value of the solution, and the team鈥檚 overall effectiveness communicating.
There will be two categories, Undergraduate and Graduate, with cash prizes for each of $3,000 for First Place, $2,000 for Second Place, and $3,000 for Third Place.
Student teams must be three to four members and include at least one current engineering major. If the team includes any graduate students, it must compete in the graduate category.
Register your team by the due date of March 5. More information, rules, and contest flyer can be found at the contest website. Questions can be directed to nasainkansas@wichita.edu.
Freshmen and senior surveys available
The CLA (Collegiate Learning Assessment) and NSSE (National Survey of Student Engagement) assessments are now in progress. Freshman and seniors, if selected to participate, you can find a link in Blackboard. Click on the link to find out how you might be eligible for a $25 QuikTrip or $25 Shocker Dollars card.
Applications open for 39th annual Exposure Photography Competition
Exposure celebrates the talents of student photographers from every corner of Wichita State University. Any degree-seeking student is eligible to apply. Students can submit up to six works in three divisions: analogue, digital, and photo manipulation. Professional artists, critics, and curators from Wichita and the surrounding community will be selecting the works for the exhibit as well serving as jury for seven awards with cash prizes including Best of Show, as well as first and second place in each category.
More information on the selection process and access to the application can be found at www.wichita.edu/cadmangallery
The deadline for submissions is midnight on Friday, March 12.
2021 LEAD Conference call for proposals
Student Involvement in partnership with the Student Government Association are seeking presentation proposals for our 2021 LEAD Conference taking place on Friday, May 28, in the Rhatigan Student Center. Virtual options available pending university and CDC guidelines.
This year, we are offering four different conference tracks featuring various speakers and topics.
Please feel free to submit any of those suggestions or include your own.
Civic, Campus, & Community Leadership (Activism)
- Global Leadership
- Service-Learning
Student Organization Leadership
- Mentorship & Coaching
- Recruiting & Engagement
Diversity & Inclusion
- Inclusive Leadership
- Women & Leadership
Leadership & Self-Discovery
- Leading Your Wellness
- Leadership in the Workforce
- Adaptive Leadership
- Leading through a Pandemic & Moving Forward
We will be selecting up to four presentations per track.
Please submit your presentation proposal no later than April 1.
For more information or questions, please reach out to Kennedy Rogers at kennedy.rogers@wichita.edu or Gabriel Fonseca at gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu.
Sunflower Espresso, Dr. Tawook food trucks on campus March 4
Two food trucks to be at the Food Truck Plaza on Thursday, March 4.
Sunflower Espresso with be serving tasty coffees and other beverages between 8 a.m. to noon.
Dr. Tawook is a new authentic Mediterranean food truck that uses locally grown ingredients. Dr. Tawook will be here between 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
TRIO Student Support Services is now accepting applications
Student Support Services is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to students from first-generation and limited-income backgrounds, as well as students with disabilities.
The free services include: individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, assistance completing financial aid application, and scholarships exclusively for student participants.
Currently enrolled students who are interested in the program can visit Student Support Services on the third floor of Grace Wilkie Hall in Suite 309 or call 978-3715.
Get Ready for the Shocker New Venture Competition
You or your team will have the opportunity to pitch an idea in two 25-minute sessions, and you'll receive valuable feedback on how you might improve your idea, strategy, and presentation.
Learn more and register for a session at wichita.edu/snvc-bootcamp.
Graduation stole orders due March 19
Graduating students: If you are a member of any of the listed groups below and would like to order the group鈥檚 corresponding graduation stole, pre-orders must be completed by March 19 at .
Groups included are Shocker Bowling, Japanese Culture Association, University Innovation Fellows, Medical Laboratory Sciences, BS in Nursing, or School of Social Work student organization. For questions, please call 316-978-7021 or email shockerstore@wichita.edu.
University Libraries Undergraduate Research Award
Attention, undergraduates! Are you entering Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF)? Why not enter the first ever University Libraries Undergraduate Research Award competition, too? The deadline to apply is April 2, 2021. Let us hear how you have used University Libraries resources in your URCAF project! Prizes will be awarded: $250 for first place, $200 for second place, and $150 for third place.
Ceramic media scholars featured in today's Ulrich talks
Join the Ulrich Museum of Art virtually at 11 a.m. Thursday for the latest in the series of talks with faculty artists featured in the 23rd Faculty Biennial exhibition. This time around, the Department of Art, Design and Creative Industries' Ted Adler, associate professor of ceramic media and Gary Lincoln, lecturer in ceramic media will share their thoughts on process.
The virtual program is free and open to all, but .
The Faculty Biennial exhibition is on display at the Ulrich Museum of Art on the Wichita State University campus until May 8. The museum is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays and university and major holidays. Safe self-distancing practices are observed. Admission is always free.
Students can access free LinkedIn Learning
In case you didn鈥檛 know, LinkedIn Learning is free for Wichita STate students. With thousands of courses to choose from, LinkedIn Learning is one of the best ways to acquire new skills or refresh skills you haven't used in a while. After you complete a course, you can add it to your LinkedIn profile to showcase your knowledge to potential employers. For instructions on how to set up your account, visit /services/linkedin-learning/.
If you want helpful tips about LinkedIn Learning, be sure to attend the Graduate Student Council's virtual event on at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 11. Angelique Banh, a LinkedIn Learning Champion, is excited to share the platform's best features.
Zoom link: Password: 黑洞社区GSC.
Shocker Volleyball takes on Memphis
Your 8-1 Shocker volleyball team is back in action at Charles Koch Arena this weekend with a two-match series against conference opponent, Memphis. Games are at 7 p.m. March 5 and 1 p.m. March. Shocker students receive free admission to all matches with a valid Shocker ID.
Andy Sykes leads lifting clinic
The next lifting clinic is from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, March 5 on Campus Recreation's Facebook page. This week's clinic is about warm-ups to the Olympic lifts. Join Andy Sykes this Friday on Facebook Live.
Speaker presents 'Is Capitalism in Crisis?'
"Economics Bites on the Go" invites economist Dr. Vlad Tarko from University of Arizona to have a conversation with Wichita State faculty and students to discuss the legitimacy of the market economy at noon on Friday, March 5. Zoom meeting ID: 379 883 4810; passcode: 200.
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David Perez, to perform at Wednesdays in Wiedemann
Please join us for a special Wednesdays in Wiedemann in Wiedemann Hall on the Marcussen organ as we welcome master's degree candidate in organ performance, David Perez, in a recital of music by Franz Liszt and Maurice Durufle. It's the name game with each of the two pieces written on the names of well-known composers: B-A-C-H and A-L-A-I-N. The half-hour recital begins at 5:15 p.m. March 3, and admission is free. You can watch it on the live-stream through the , or attend in person (social distancing and masks are required). This is part of the Rie Bloomfield Organ Series.
Join First Gen Success to talk about wellness and self-care
You might have heard to put your own oxygen mask on first or that you can't pour from an empty cup, but how do you actually perform self-care? Join First Gen Success to discuss wellness, self-care, and the resources available to you on-campus to help you take care of yourself physically, mentally and emotionally!
The First Gen Success Wellness & Self-Care event will take place on Monday, Mar. 8. The in-person event will be from 1 to 3 p.m. in Rhatigan Student Center, room 265 (Lucas Room); and the virtual session will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. via Zoom. For virtual attendees, the link will be sent in your calendar invite, and both virtual and in-person sessions will be come-and-go.
Learn more and sign up at .
Did you know attending this event can help make you eligible to win a free meal on campus, or even $100 in dining dollars? Learn more at !
Medical Laboratory Sciences to host information session
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences is hosting an information session at 3 p.m. Friday, March 5 via Zoom. The session will review career opportunities in the Medical Laboratory Sciences profession, an overview of the Medical Laboratory Sciences program at Wichita State, and the application process.
Medical laboratory scientists play an important role in the healthcare system, providing diagnostic services to determine appropriate treatment options for patients. The MLS program prepares graduates to service all departments of a clinical laboratory.
SAC event features virtual magician
Ran'D Shine is the face of the new millennium magician. He has wowed audiences with his brilliant presentation at the 44th Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C., as well as Capetown, South Africa. He has captured the imaginations of audiences from Hollywood to New York City for more than a decade. He has already read your mind and knows that you want to know more. Come see for yourself 鈥� and even learn a few tricks yourself. Make sure to have a deck of cards with you for this virtual event.
Register to attend at . For more information about SAC sponsored events, visit wichita.edu/SAC or contact us at SAC@wichita.edu.
Join SAC for virtual bingo on March 18
Need some awesome 2000s nostalgia stuff? Look no further than SAC鈥檚 virtual bingo night! Check out our classic games and challenge rounds for the chance to walk away with a fabulous prize. Everyone is welcome to play, but only students are eligible to win. Register at .
Physics seminar features P. Albright today
Join us for this week鈥檚 physics seminar, featuring P. Albright at 2 p.m. March 3 via Zoom. The title is 鈥淎 Career in Physics Outside the Academy.鈥� Find more details on our website:
Students invited to resume building lab
Join the Shocker Career Accelerator in the Resume Building Lab at 10 a.m. today in the RSC's room 221. Whether you are applying for a part- or full-time position, on-campus employment, co-op or internship, graduate school admissions, research, fellowship, scholarships, or volunteer experience, you will need to develop and maintain a professional document to apply for these opportunities. Join this hands-on workshop to help you understand what information is required and the elements of a professional resume to pursue the perfect opportunity for your skillset.
Programs help students hone leadership skills
Leadership Development serves to provide students with the resources they need to enhance the many leadership skills they already possess. Through targeted programming, students have the opportunity to choose how they would like to learn about leadership.
Emerging Leaders is a unique opportunity for Wichita State students to get on the fast-track to student leadership, campus, and community involvement. Schedule: 2 p.m. Wednesdays from March 10 through April 28.
The Evolving Leaders Program is designed for returning students to Wichita State who are looking to expand upon their leadership skills and abilities. Schedule: 2 p.m. Fridays from March 12 through April 30.
The Engaging Leaders program allows students to connect with industry leaders that are associated with each of Wichita State鈥檚 academic colleges. Schedule: 4 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Fridays from March 10 through April 30.
Register for these programs at www.wichita.edu/leadership.
Join Wu's Big Challenge
We invite you to complete Wu's Big Challenge, and we ask participants to complete five hours of community service and submit their hours to receive a Wu's Big Event t-shirt and other goodies from the Community Service Board. Participants will also be entered in a raffle to win prizes throughout the semester. Volunteer hours may be completed virtually, in person, or both. You decide what works best for you. To learn more and to register, visit . Please email CSB@Wichita.edu with any questions.
Sign up for intramurals today
Sign up for our Intramural spring activities today at . We have softball, 6v6 soccer, 3v3 basketball, and pickleball starting March 21.
W黑洞社区 Scholarship applications due May 31
Women of 黑洞社区 (W黑洞社区) Scholarship/Fellowship Applications for 2021-2022 Academic Year must be received by May 31, 2021. W黑洞社区 administers the 黑洞社区 Dames, CUW and the W黑洞社区 Scholarships. Preference will be given to non-traditional female students (graduate or undergraduate) with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipients must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester. For more information including guidelines and applications, go to .
Women of 黑洞社区 was formed in the fall of 2018 by the combination of two groups: the 黑洞社区 Women's Association, founded in 1928; and the Council of University Women found in 1930. The purpose of the group is to serve the interests of the university, to provide student scholarships, and to promote social interaction and a sense of community among its members.
Deadline for SGA awards approaching
All three SGA Awards (The 黑洞社区 Student Employee of the Year Award, The Graduate Teaching Assistant of the Year, and the Academic Advisor of the Year) awards are still accepting nominations until 5 p.m. Friday, March 5. To learn more and submit a nomination, please visit . Questions? Please contact Gabriel Fonseca via email at gabriel.fonseca@wichita.edu
Variety acts, emcees wanted for Hippodrome 2021
The Hippodrome Video Competition is looking for students to participate in the Variety Act Competition and to emcee the show. Talented Shockers from all areas of the arts take the stage in between video productions. We welcome all forms of artists including musicians, magicians, comedians, singer/songwriters and more. Performers will take the stage between film screenings either in-person or virtually; and first-, second-, and third-place winners will take home cash prizes up to $150.To bring the show together, student emcee's charm the audience and introduce video productions and variety acts throughout the nights. Emcees are given a small stipend for their time.
Performance nights are 7 p.m. April 7-8. Students interested must register for the Variety Acts Competition at by Thursday, March 18. Students interested in emceeing the performances can register at by Wednesday, March 17. Tryouts will be Monday, March 22.
Trade food, supplies to pay off parking fines
It's time for Food for Fines! Donate food or supplies to the Shocker Support Locker March 2-4 to help pay off any outstanding parking citations.
Food for Fines is an initiative that is offered monthly to support the Shocker Support Locker, while providing a cheaper opportunity to pay parking citations. This semester we are also offering Supplies For Fines, which is an addition to Food for Fines.
This is an effort to help address the current needs of our students during this global pandemic. It works exactly the same as Food for Fines, but with a slight change to the number of items needed to be donated. Special thanks to the Fairmount College Student Advisory Council and Parking Services for being so helpful and supportive in implementing this addition to the program.
If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Student Advocate via email at student.advocate@wichita.edu
Learn more about Food/Supplies for Fines
Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum set for April 9
The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) provides an opportunity for undergraduate students at 黑洞社区 to present scholarly and creative activity to a faculty, student, and community audience while competing for cash awards. Each student's work at the forum is presented under the mentorship of a Wichita State faculty member.
There are no limits to the kinds of submissions that will be considered. The next winner could be you! For more info or to submit an abstract, visit www.wichita.edu/URCAF.
Researchers offer parenting training sessions
Parenting can be tough! Researchers at 黑洞社区 are seeking to help parents manage behavioral concerns in children ages 3 to 12. Behaviors may include whining, tantrums, and difficulty following directions. The study will include three telehealth parent training sessions (about 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 and 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 at aeormond@shockers.wichita.edu or Dr. Rachel Petts at 316-978-3720 or rachel.petts@wichita.edu.
Barton faculty authors Eagle article
Dr. Eric Mota
A special article "Kansas needs skilled workers. Why not make it easier for them to move here?" in the Feb. 28 edition of The Wichita Eagle was penned by Dr. Eric Mota, W. Frank Barton School assistant professor of management and research fellow at the Institute for the Study of Economic Growth and Dr. Edward Timmons, faculty member and director of the Knee Center for the Study of Occupational Regulation at Saint Francis University in Loretto, Penn.
Barton faculty interviewed on NPR's 'Marketplace'
Dr. Usha Haley
National Public Radio's (NPR)'s "Marketplace" approached Dr. Usha Haley, W. Frank Barton Distinguished Chair in International Business, as a globally-renowned expert on industrial policy for her views on "if China can do it, why can't we?" Industrial policy deals with strategic investments by governments in key industries.
Besides Dr. Haley, the incisive radio interview featured leading experts such as David Autor (MIT), Steven Vogel (University of California Berkeley), Thomas Duesterberg (Hudson Institute), John Neuffer (Semiconductor Industry Association), and Matthew Goodman (Center for Strategic and International Studies).
The wide-ranging interview covered topics such as the US government's investments in technology and NSF's programs for basic research. With over 14 million discrete daily listeners through more than 800 public radio stations, "Marketplace" is the most listened to business program in the United States on radio or TV. Indeed, its audience surpasses the top 5 cable TV programs combined.
Click below to listen or read the audio transcripts. Dr. Haley's comments are at the 21:40 minute mark.
Journey East Asia Grill reopening Friday
We know you missed us, but don鈥檛 worry, we are back. Join us at Journey East Asia Grill this Friday, March 5 for our store reopening. We will be offering $5 Build-Your-Own bowls all weekend! Store opens at 11 a.m. in Braeburn Square.
$1.50 bowling on Fridays for rewards members
Members of the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Eat.Drink.Play. Rewards program can enjoy $1.50 bowling games every Friday in March. This includes cosmic bowling. Not a rewards member? Joining is free and easy, simply stop by today!
Prevention Services seeks actors
Prevention Services is recruiting volunteer actors to perform in the sexual violence prevention training being developed for Wichita State. Looking for individuals, groups, and couples to be in short clips, as well as several narrators who are willing to speak and appear on camera throughout the training. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are looking especially for actors who are members of a household together and can act in group or relationship shots. You will be helping to make the training more immersive and interesting. Shooting will start soon for some scenes.
Join the Community Service Board member meetings
Have you ever thought about volunteering? Join the Community Service Board (CSB) for a virtual meeting 3:30-5 p.m. every Thursday afternoon. During meetings you will have a chance to learn about CSB's service events and about ways you can become involved. All meetings will be held virtually. Sign-up at . Still have questions? Email CSB@Wichita.edu.
MCLL professor seeks research assistant for study on social justice in language education
Dr. Rachel Showstack (Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures) seeks a research assistant for a new study on the personal experiences and teaching practices of Kansas Spanish teachers with respect to linguistic, cultural and racial diversity. The position will be funded by a University Research/Creative Projects Award from 黑洞社区.
The ideal candidate would have experience with language teaching, awareness of diversity within the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, and interest in applied linguistics and interdisciplinary scholarly research. Graduate students are preferred, but advanced undergraduate students may also be considered for the position. Responsibilities include conducting and transcribing interviews with Kansas Spanish teachers, assisting with data analysis, helping to organize a series of webinars on social justice in language education, and conducting background research.
Candidates should submit a CV, letter of interest, and a list of references and contact information to Dr. Rachel Showstack at rachel.showstack@wichita.edu. In the cover letter, candidates should explain why they are interested in the position, describe relevant experiences and skills, and provide information on availability in summer and fall 2021. The priority deadline for applications is March 12.