Year: 2024

join Pi Sigma Alpha and the Department of Political Science at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27 with snacking and socializing while watching the results of the Michigan primary election roll in.

The Premedical Student Association will host a food sale fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 at the Rhatigan Student Center north patio.

Menu:

• Vegetable biryani – $4
• Chicken biryani – $5
• Three samosas – $2
• Mango lassi – $3
• Biryani and mango lassi – $8
• Biryani and samosa and mango lassi – $10

Cash and card will be accepted.

The School of Music is delighted to share the outstanding news that its very own Catherine Consiglio, professor of viola, is set to be honored with induction into the Kansas Chapter of the American String Teachers Association (KASTA) Hall of Fame at this year’s state music convention. The prestigious accolade truly reflects Consiglio’s lifelong commitment and remarkable contributions to string music education.

The Department of Biological Sciences’ spring 2024 seminar series continues from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 in 231 Hubbard Hall with Dr. John Brungardt, USDA – Agricultural Research Service, with his talk, “Transcriptome profile of pecan scab resistant and susceptible trees from a pecan provenance collection.”

Seminars are open to the public and undergraduates are encouraged to attend.

Join the Wichita Journalism Collaborative (WJC) for an evening to dissect a topic that impacts everyone: housing. Renters, homeowners, landlords, policymakers and all other Wichitans are welcome, no expertise required. The session will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 at the Kansas Leadership Center, 325 East Douglas Avenue.

Attendees will hear from a panel of community leaders and then meet in small groups to collect experiences, ideas and questions about housing for the Wichita Journalism Collaborative. Participants’ insights will help shape the coverage as WJC continues to report on this complex challenge. Advanced registration is encouraged.

The Sunflower and Elliott School of Communications are partners of the Wichita Journalism Collaborative, and members of The Sunflower will represent the student perspective at the event.

Celebrate National Margarita Day with at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop in Braeburn Square. Choose a chill with frozen or on the rocks $5 House Margs all day Thursday, Feb. 22.

Must be 21+ to order alcohol. Price and participation may vary. Offers only available as dine-in only and are not available through third-party delivery partners.

Join Art That Touches Your Heart Foundation and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) as they recognize the Black Educators Hall of Fame at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 in the Rhatigan Student Center.

Since the beginning, Black educators have performed a vital service to America. From schools to institutions of higher learning, sitting on policymaking boards, executive and administrative positions, it is all about honoring them.

For more information, contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 316-978-3034 or email diversity@wichita.edu.

On Saturday, Feb. 17, the Barton School of Business hosted its first-ever “Beyond” Hall of Fame gala. The event took place at the beautiful and iconic Mark Arts and inducted three members into its inaugural class: W. Frank Barton, former president of Barton Distributors and co-founder of Rent-A-Center; Clark Bastian, chairman of the board at Fidelity Bank; and Fran Jabara, founder of the Center for Entrepreneurship at the Barton School of Business. Business and university leaders, community members, esteemed alumni, and family and friends of the inductees attended. Each honoree was recognized in a special manner and received their well-deserved awards. Family members of Frank Barton and Fran Jabara accepted these posthumous inductions on their behalf.

The proceeds from the “Beyond” Hall of Fame were raised to enhance and enrich the student experience, ensuring their success. These initiatives are instrumental in shaping the next generation of business leaders, attracting and retaining exceptional student talent and ultimately strengthening the workforce pipeline for businesses in Wichita and across Kansas. As a result, the Barton School is investing in the future of business education and empowering the leaders of tomorrow. More than $800,000 was raised in support of this effort, exceeding its target goal.

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion has moved Black History Brunch to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

The brunch is limited to 150 guests, so RSVP to attend. ODI hopes you will join it in celebrating Black History Month.

Join Zach Gearhart, chief of staff and executive director of government relations, for updates on the Kansas legislature relevant to Wichita State. The next meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 in 101 Morrison Hall.

The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students and is held every other week in Morrison Hall following each legislative session.