Year: 2024

The next Faculty Senate meeting will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 in a new location, 110A Woolsey Hall, Frank A. Boettger Auditorium.

To learn more, visit the Faculty Senate webpage or email the Faculty Senate

A few reminders about your SEHP accounts to wrap up 2024. You may have funds expiring at the end of this year.

SEHP HRA/FSA 2024 deadlines:

• HRA funds must be used on eligible expenses incurred on or before Dec. 31.
• For FSA funds, there is a maximum rollover amount of $640, so if you have funds in excess of that amount, those funds must also be used on eligible expenses incurred on or before Dec. 31 or they will be forfeited.
• Dependent Care FSA expenses have a 75-day grace period where you can incur expenses up until March 16, 2025, and must file claims against your 2024 balance by April 30, 2025. Any funds remaining after this date are forfeited.

HealthQuest 2024 deadlines:

• You have until Dec. 31 to earn credits towards the premium discount.

Also, your medical plan deductible and out-of-pocket maximums reset on Jan. 1, 2025 and you will also start fresh earning HealthQuest credits for reward dollars in 2025 and to earn your premium discount for 2026.

If you have questions about any of these deadlines, contact TotalRewards@wichita.edu.

Visit the Rhatigan Student Center on the last Monday of each month for its live music series, Monday Melodies. For Monday, Nov. 25, come listen to the music of Tom Page Combo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the RSC Starbucks Lounge.

Come shop for Shocker gear on Black Friday weekend. On both Friday, Nov. 29 and Saturday, Nov. 30, enjoy 25% off storewide at the Shocker Store’s Braeburn Square location.

Sale is not valid with other discounts or promotions and some exclusions apply.

You can bring any unused or expired medication for safe disposal from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday to Student Health Services in the Student Wellness Center at the Steve Clark YMCA. You can also pickup medication disposal bags to take with you for free at the Student Wellness Center.

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting the next Pee for Pizza event from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA. Sign-up for a spot now via the myShockerhealth portal or by calling 316-978-4792. Pee for Pizza promotes sexual health awareness, supports students’ health, and prevents the spread of STIs. Get free pizza when you get free testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia by giving a urine sample. Pizza is provided to all participants.

Co-sponsored by Positive Direction and Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, Pee for Pizza is by reservation only. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing. For more information, contact SHS at 316-978-4792. Other testing is available upon request.

Few sculptures have captured hearts quite like the iconic “LOVE” series. The “LOVE” series is a collection of sculptures by Robert Indiana, an American artist. Characterized by large-scale letters stacked to spell out the word “LOVE,” these sculptures add a pop art touch to their surroundings, from bustling city corners to busy college campuses.

There are 50 LOVE sculptures installed around the world, one of which is on Wichita State’s campus, now between the Ulrich Museum of Art and McKnight Art Center. WSU and the Mechanical Maintenance department at Facilities Services were glad to make a spot to display it. Thank you to Christian White, Dan Reader, William Wray and Carl Hearn for their work on making this happen.

Bhavani Ruthwik Goteti, a graduate student in management science and supply chain management (MSSCM) at Wichita State, is carving an impressive path for himself in logistics and supply chain management. Originally from Hyderabad, India, Ruthwik now interns at Union Pacific Railroad under Loup Logistics, where he applies his academic knowledge to solve real-world logistics challenges. His journey — from classroom to career — has been one of growth, innovation and inspiration.

The MSSCM program at WSU equipped Ruthwik with the skills needed to excel in his role. Courses such as Introduction to Business Analytics, taught by Murtuza Nasir, helped him understand the power of data in solving industry-specific challenges. Meanwhile, Global Procurement and Outsourcing, taught by Ashley Gerlach, sharpened his networking and negotiation skills. Ruthwik credits this coursework with giving him the knowledge to hit the ground running at Union Pacific.

As an intern, Ruthwik has gained invaluable insights into carrier operations, pricing strategies, and the impact of demand fluctuations. His role has underscored the importance of railroads in supporting the U.S. economy and maintaining supply chain stability. This experience has deepened his appreciation for the complexity and significance of railroad logistics.

Are you looking to shop for the holidays? Conni Mansaw, CM Consulting & Development, and Wichita State Connect are giving local vendors from Shocker Neighborhood and beyond another opportunity to showcase their products to individuals preparing for the holiday season. Come on down from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 in Wichita State Connect and support local vendors this holiday season.

There are still vendor spots available. Contact Conni Mansaw at 316-512-1190 to secure your spot today.

Connect over warm drinks and write notes of positivity for organizations in the community at the Women’s Leadership Initiative Social at 4 p.m. Dec. 11 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. The gathering is all about spreading cheer, making new connections and enjoying delightful treats. Join Women’s Leadership Initiative for a fun event where it celebrates kindness, connection and community spirit.