WSU Today: Monday, July 22, 2024

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Wichita State names Aaron Mitchell as senior vice president for administration, finance and operations

Aaron Mitchell has been named Wichita State University’s senior vice president for administration, finance and operations, effective Sunday, Aug. 18.

Previously serving as associate vice president for financial services at Montana State University since 2019, Mitchell brings Wichita State more than two decades of experience, including 14 years in financial management and leadership positions in high-growth local government and higher education institutions.

“I am both humbled and excited to be named the next senior vice president for administration, finance and operations at Wichita State University,” Mitchell said. “I am ready to hit the ground running to help WSU sustain its impressive growth and to achieve its goal of becoming an R1 research institution while continuing to improve the educational outcomes for first-generation students.”

Academic Resources Conference

Mark your calendar for the August 2024 Academic Resources Conference

Join the Academic Resources Conference Aug. 5-9 and 12. The staff in the Office of Instructional Resources (OIR) has worked hard to ensure that it has curated a line-up of sessions that will be useful to you as faculty not only start the fall semester, but as more dive into the world of Blackboard Ultra. This means that if you have any concerns, questions or curiosities of what Ultra can do and how it impacts your role at Wichita State, this is a conference you won’t want to miss. In addition, you will find insightful sessions covering AI, Microsoft tools, OER options and more.

Most sessions are held online, so come to all or just a few.

Visit the August 2024 ARC webpage to find a downloadable PDF schedule, see session descriptions, add sessions to your calendar and find meeting links.

Shocker Athletics

Winslow wins 114th annual Kansas Amateur

In a hotly contested championship match, Wichita State men’s golfer Michael Winslow defeated Kansas Jayhawk Will King to win the 2024 Kansas Amateur title Sunday afternoon at Topeka Country Club.

Winslow, a native of Overland Park, Kansas, took down six golfers to take the crown, including defeats of two-seed Alex Springer as well as the reigning Kansas Am Champion and Shocker teammate, Zach Sokolosky. Winslow avenged his defeat to Sokolosky in last year’s championship match with a come-from-behind victory over his former teammate in this year’s championship semifinal.

“This win is a testament to Mike’s hard work and dedication to his craft,” head men’s golf coach Judd Easterling said. “He never loses faith in his game, and I am so proud of him and his results this week.”

Events and Recreation

Join the WSU Faculty/Staff Olympics Aug. 1

Get ready for an action-packed event at the WSU Faculty/Staff Olympics. Call your dynamic team together now for an exciting competition for all ages and athletic ability levels. Starting at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1 at the Ablah Library. There will be food and prizes.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Call for volunteers for 10th annual Clash of the Colleges

The Office of First-Year Programs is thrilled to announce the 10th anniversary of Clash of the Colleges, and this year’s event promises to be bigger than ever. It is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this milestone celebration a success.

As a volunteer, you’ll not only play a key role in one of WSU’s biggest campus traditions, but you’ll also receive a special Clash of the Colleges T-shirt and bandanna. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle with exciting prizes up for grabs.

This is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with the campus community and be a part of a memorable event. If you’re interested in volunteering, complete the sign-up sheet by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.

Contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu for any questions.