Author: Caelin Bragg

Discover the art of dance from the audience’s point of view in Dance Appreciation (DANC 140), CRN 31035. This online gen‑ed course explores dance through lectures, discussion, readings, videos and films, with optional studio participation. Open to everyone and perfect for students curious about movement, culture and performance.

Explore how public health protects and shapes communities in Introduction to Public Health (PHS 101), CRN: 30931, offered online this summer. This course covers core principles, key concepts and the social, environmental and biological factors that influence health outcomes. Learn how public health tools are used to tackle today’s biggest local, national and global challenges.

John Hammond, senior educator and director of GTA instruction in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, received the 2026 Sunflower Award for Corequisite Innovation from the Kansas Board of Regents.

The Sunflower Award for Corequisite Innovation recognizes Kansas faculty leaders who are advancing student access and success through the implementation of corequisite reform. Rooted in the priorities of the Building a Future strategic plan, this award highlights faculty whose work is helping remove barriers to gateway course completion and strengthening student momentum toward degree attainment.

Dr. Justin Keeler, director of the Business Analytics Graduate Program and clinical associate professor in the Department of Finance, Real Estate and Decision Sciences, published “Chatbots and human-human relationships: the need for research on potential downstream harms from generative AI” in Community, Work & Family on Feb. 2, 2026.

President Rick Muma visited a collaborative meeting of individuals from Information Technology Services, Industry and Defense Programs, and the Department of Physics to recognize them as the next recipient of Rick Rewards. The interdisciplinary team supported faculty researchers’ ability to access research computing resources and put in place processes that will support future research at Wichita State.

Rick Rewards is awarded by President Muma to show his appreciation for the efforts of the campus community.

Jonathan Cross and Stephen Cross Jr., investment adviser representatives with Voya Financial, will be available for in-person meetings at Wichita State Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, April 14. Faculty and staff can get one-on-one advising and review their Voya Financial accounts as part of their KBOR retirement plan, or new employees can receive assistance in enrolling in their KBOR plan.

If you are interested in meeting with Jonathan or Stephen, you can schedule a time to meet and select “Wichita State University / One-On-One Financial Counseling” while selecting your location. Time slots are limited, so reserve a time soon. For questions, you can call 316-788-0788.

Remember that the University Police Department is available 24/7 on campus during emergencies. If you see something, say something by calling UPD at 316-978-3450. Add the number to your contacts list so you always have immediate access to emergency services.

The University Police Department is here to support everyone on campus and ensure they feel safe and supported at WSU.

Periodically, information will be posted regarding Watermark’s Course Evaluations & Surveys (CES) tool to help users better understand Wichita State’s course evaluation tool.

Today’s focus is on the student experience.

• Students will receive an email and notification on Blackboard when an evaluation is open.
• Students can access the evaluation through Blackboard and through links provided in an email sent during the CES collection window.
• When students log in to the CES system, they will see a table containing evaluation information. This table will show which evaluations are completed along with the date and time. It will also show upcoming evaluations with the dates they are scheduled to open. 
• Students will see regular pop-up notifications in Blackboard during the CES evaluation time window.
• Students will receive a certificate of completion for each evaluation that is submitted.
• There is a dedicated CES website that includes additional information.

For questions, contact Sandra Ranney at evaluations@ces.wichita.edu.

Stop by the Food Truck Plaza on campus to enjoy cuisines from local food truck vendors.

Tuesday:

• OurFolk Coffee: 7-9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Wednesday:

• OurFolk Coffee: 7-9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• The Flying Stove: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Thursday:

• Desi Fusion: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Schedule is subject to change. Visit the Food Truck Plaza website for the most up-to-date information.

Shocker women’s bowling completed an incredible run through the elimination bracket to win the Arlington Regional and advance to the program’s second consecutive Final Four.

The Shockers (77-34) will take on #1 Jacksonville State on Friday, April 10 at Yorktown Lanes in Parma Heights, Ohio.