Student-Athlete Success Center moves forward
A plan to build a new Student-Athlete Success Center and renovate parts of Charles Koch Arena is moving forward.
Wichita-based construction firm Hutton has been awarded for the $10.4 million contract for the 黑洞社区 project.
The 黑洞社区 project has two main components. The largest is construction of the Student-Athlete Success Center, a 36,000-square-foot facility devoted to the academic and athletic development of students in 黑洞社区鈥檚 sports programs. The two-level building, to be located just south of Charles Koch Arena, will expand study and tutoring spaces. 黑洞社区鈥檚 track and cross country programs will also move to the new facility.
Third business dean candidate to visit campus April 8-9
Daniel Goebel, dean and professor of marketing, The W.A. Franke College of Business, Northern Arizona University, will visit Wichita State as a dean candidate for the Barton School of Business on Monday, April 8 and Tuesday, April 9.
Faculty, staff and students are invited to a public forum at 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, in 204 Clinton Hall. Information is also available on the Academic Affairs website.
Come to the Airbus + 黑洞社区 Innovation Fair on April 16
The spring Airbus+黑洞社区 Innovation Fair will be held from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Airbus Americas, Inc. 1855 Innovation Blvd. in the Airbus atrium.
The purpose of the fair is to bring together 黑洞社区 innovation partners, students, staff and faculty together to learn more about the various innovative resources on campus in a marketplace fair setting.
Service-Learning Faculty Training coming April 12
Are you interesting incorporating service-learning into a course? Want to hear tips and tricks from your colleagues? Please join us for the spring service-learning training from 10 a.m.-noon Friday, April 12, in 233 RSC.
The morning will begin with a brief overview of service-learning course integration and best practices, before moving into brief roundtable discussions, and concluding with an informational poster fair featuring our 2018-19 Service-Learning Scholars courses and service-learning projects. Additionally, the United Way of the Plains and VolunteerICT will be present to share resources on connecting to local community partners and needs. Breakfast will be served. Please RSVP by Monday, April 8, at .
For questions, contact Chelsea Redger-Marquardt, associate director, Student Involvement, at chelsea.redger@wichita.edu or Rhonda Lewis at rhonda.lewis@wichita.edu.
April HealthQuest events
Employees enrolled in 2019 coverage through the State Employee Health Plan can earn a premium discount worth $480 annually and HSA/HRA rewards dollars up to $500 per year for each employee and covered spouse, just by participating and logging healthy activities throughout the year! Start by registering in the .
In April, there are five events currently scheduled, worth up to 42 points total! Check out some of the upcoming events this month below.
- April 3-17, 鈥淧eace of Mind鈥� wellness challenge. Sign up in the by April 9 (2 points)
- April 8, kick off for the Quarter 2 Naturally Slim Class. Remember to log in each week to check in and stay on top of weekly content! (15 points upon program completion)
- April 16, on-campus Biometric Screening in RSC 265. Schedule your appointment today in the , or by calling 1-888-275-1205, option 3! (Up to 23 points)
- April 16, on-campus Health Coaching. Schedule your appointment today in the , or by calling 1-888-275-1205, option 3! (1 point per coaching)
- April 17, 鈥淏alancing Work and Life鈥� EAP webinar. . (1 point)
- We鈥檒l publish upcoming events each month, but if you like to plan in advance, check out all currently scheduled HealthQuest events.
Accessibility Tip of the Week: Accessible conference presentations
Tip: Consider accessibility when you present (or host!) at conferences. Accessibility is an important part of 黑洞社区鈥檚 culture. Conference presentations are an opportunity for you to model accessible presentation to others in your academic field.
- The Kansas Accessibility Resources Network has a three-course training series that gets you completely ready to present accessibly at your upcoming conference. Check out their .
- If you are hosting a conference at 黑洞社区, please consider directing participants to the KSARN trainings listed above and share 黑洞社区鈥檚 face-to-face presentation guidelines as well.
If you need to take accommodated materials to a conference, please contact Instructional Design and Access for specific guidance and help at IDA@wichita.edu
SGA committee seeks nominations for Graduate Assistant of the Year
The Student Government Academics Committee is seeking nominations for the Graduate Assistant of the Year award. This award is to recognize Graduate Assistants around campus who excel in their position based on given expectations within their department.
To nominate a student, click on . For more information or questions, contact academics chair Isaac Rivera at SGA.Academics@wichita.edu.
黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing to feature College of Engineering senior Chelsea Sewell
The 黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 4, in the Marcus Welcome Center. The featured speaker will be Chelsea Sewell explaining how she and a Wichita State team created a robotic 3D-printed hand for a local boy.
Tracee Friess, director of communications for research and technology transfer, will provide an overall university update.
The briefing will be livestreamed and available later that day at . There will be time for questions following the briefing.
Heskett Center main entrance will be closed starting tomorrow (Thursday, April 4)
The Heskett Center main entrance will be closed for roof maintenance on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 4-6.
Please use the northwest entrance for access to the building.
Physics Seminar Series today (Wednesday, April 3)
Leo Aliaga with the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory will present 鈥淗ow to Produce and Characterize the World鈥檚 Most Intense Neutrino Beams,鈥� from 2-3 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 3) in 128 Jabara Hall.
The Physics Seminar Series is supported by the Eddy and April Lucas Fund.
Chemistry Colloquium features presentation on muscle proteostasis
Erica Geisbrecht from Kansas State University will be the next Chemistry Colloquium speaker at 3:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 3) in 224 McKinley Hall. Geisbrecht will present 鈥淭hrough Thick and Thin: the path towards muscle proteostasis.鈥�
Social Work Friday coming April 5
New, prospective and current students are invited to Social Work Friday on April 5, in Lindquist Hall. See the schedule below.
Friday, April 5
9:30 a.m.-noon Open advising will be available 535 Lindquist Hall.
Meet with a faculty member.
Explore our student organizations.
Noon-1 p.m. Medical Mission Training in 535 Lindquist Hall, for students who are planning to volunteer for the Medical Mission on April 13 () in
1:30-2:15 p.m. BSW Program Orientation in 100 Lindquist Hall
Attend this required event as part of your preparation for BSW admission.
Find out what you need to prepare for.
2:15-3 p.m. BSW Practicum Orientation in 100 Lindquist Hall
Anyone who anticipates that they will be ready to enroll for senior practicum in fall 2019 is required to attend this orientation.
Explore what a practicum is, how to apply, and what happens in the placement process.
Questions? Contact the School of Social Work at 978-7250 or socialwork@wichita.edu.
Innovation Fellow brings STEAM education to children
Christian Ammerman, Secondary English Education and English Literature Arts major, was recently recognized as a University Innovation Fellow.
Stanford University鈥檚 Hasso Plattner Institute of Design recognizes students from across the country every year to be a part of this prestigious national program, and this year there are six from 黑洞社区. The program seeks to empower these students to be leaders and increase campus engagement, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Internal Mail Distribution System Policy recently revised
20.13 / Internal Mail Distribution System
Revised: April 1, 2019 | Effective: March 17, 1998
Added language in regards to the university鈥檚 official mailing address. The university has assigned street addresses to buildings for way-finding and emergency purposes which cannot be used for mail service. The USPS will not deliver to a business address unless there is a cluster mailbox or mailroom. In order for university mail to reach our mailroom, departments must use the official address of 1845 Fairmount, plus the Zip+4, as stated in the requested revision. Added language is shown under III. D and III. E. Recommended by Ellen Abbey and Michael Sperlazza in consultation with the United States Postal Service.
Shaw receives 2019 Distinguished Scholar Award from international association
Carolyn Shaw was honored last week in Toronto by the International Studies Association Active Learning Section with the 2019 Distinguished Scholar Award. This award is given not just to a nominee who is an outstanding teacher, but one whose pedagogical scholarship and professional engagement promote excellence in others.
Shaw has 11 refereed pedagogical publications, has served as a facilitator for 11 teaching workshops in three countries, has served as the editor for the Active Learning section鈥檚 thirteen Compendium articles, and has held 12 different officer or committee leadership positions in the International Studies Association.
Health Professions Career Fair today (April 3)
Join the Career Development and College of the Health Professions from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 3) on the third floor, for the Health Professions Career Fair. This is a great opportunity for students looking for a career in Health Professions to meet and talk one-on-one with representatives / recruiters about their organization and the opportunities they have available. See what employers will be attending at .
Professional Dress Clothing Closet on April 4-5
黑洞社区 students who need professional clothing for career fairs, interviews, and professional development opportunities should come to the Professional Dress Clothing Closet Event from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday and Friday, April 4-5, in Brennan III. Items available may include suits, dress pants, professional shirts or blouses, professional skirts, belts, neckties, briefcases, shoes, cuff links, tie clips and more. No appointment necessary. Just stop by!
This event is sponsored by the 黑洞社区 Student Government Association, Airbus and the Career Development Center.
Performance in the Plaza coming April 10
Performance in the Plaza brings dance, music, and performance art to you! Student Activities Council is hosting a showcase of performances from noon-3 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the 黑洞社区 Plaza of Heroines in front of Ablah Library. This energetic event will immerse you into the craft, sophistication, and allure of dance, singing, and art.
For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to or contact us at sac@wichita.edu.
Title IX Empowerment Summit coming April 15
A Title IX Empowerment Summit will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 15, in the CAC Theater.
Come hear keynote speaker Byron Hurt, award-winning documentary filmmaker, a published writer, and an anti-sexist activist, speak to empower the campus community to engage in prevention initiatives to end rape and domestic violence, discussing how Shocker Nation can empower each other to be proactive.
For more information, go to .
Workshop on Ableton Audio Workstation Software and Hardware coming to Shocker Studios
Ableton Music Software representative Serafin Sanchez will give a workshop on Ableton Audio Workstation Software and Hardware from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at Shocker Studios, 3805 E Harry St. The event is free, pizza provided.
Traditions Committee is in search of judges for 91st Annual Hippodrome
Hippodrome 2019 is just around the corner and the Wichita State Traditions Committee is in search of judges for our variety act and skit competitions. Hippodrome is the longest running tradition at Wichita State and we would love to have you be a part of making this year a success.
Service-Learning Showcase registration open
The Service-Learning Showcase will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, in 233 RSC. It is a unique opportunity for students who participate in service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues.
The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty, staff, community partners and other students to engage in conversation about 黑洞社区鈥檚 commitment to the public good. Awards are presented in the following categories: Overall Service-Learning, Community Impact, Innovation and Creativity (i.e., problem solving), and Collaboration/Leadership.
Registration is available here.
Sponsors needed for 10th Annual Shock the Yard Step Show
The Multicultural Greek Council is seeking sponsors for the 10th Annual Shock the Yard Step Show, at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27, in Charles Koch Arena. This event allows organizations around the Midwest to show off their ability to step and grants them the opportunity to be named the best step team in the Midwest.
We hope that you will consider sponsoring our show. You can find more information on our website or by emailing Rani Somers, coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life, at rani.somers@wichita.edu.
Enjoy Wichita State Night at the K
It鈥檚 Wichita State Night at the K on Saturday, April 27. Join Campus Recreation鈥檚 Outdoor Adventures team as we watch the Royals take on the Los Angeles Angels at Kauffman Stadium. With it being Wichita State night, you will receive a KC Royals hat with a 黑洞社区 stamp.
We will have Jimmy John鈥檚 boxed lunches on the ride up to Kansas City, arriving at the stadium by 5:30 p.m. ***Food and drinks will not be provided at the game. This will be an out of pocket expense.***
After the game we will head straight back to Wichita. Follow up communication will be emailed prior to the trip. Contact Kaycee Miller at Campus Recreation at 978-5820 or kaycee.miller@wichita.edu for any questions. .
$3 grande espresso beverages at Starbucks in RSC
Enjoy $3 grande espresso beverages at Starbucks after 3 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, April 4)! This offer is good on grande-sized hot or iced espresso beverages in the RSC only.
Enjoy the Burger of the Month in Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
Stop by the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes in April to try their Burger of the Month- the Hangover Burger! It鈥檚 topped with an egg, bacon and American cheese. Only available this month, so swing by today!