Author: Caelin Bragg

Join the next meeting of the WSU Faculty/Staff Club from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 28 at Club 95 in Partnership Building 11. The event will feature the College of Engineering, Barton School of Business and the Graduate School with a rotating slide presentation.

There will also be three live presentations starting at 4:30 p.m. from:

• Joe Jabara, director of the Hub for Cybersecurity Education and Awareness and assistant educator in the School of Computing, on “Cyber League in the Curriculum”
• Murtaza Nasir, assistant professor of business analytics in the Department of Finance, Real Estate and Decision Sciences, on “AI for Everyday Life: Enhancing Personal and Professional Productivity”
• Rocío Del Águila, chair of the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures and associate professor of Spanish, on “Example of Assessable and Engaging Graduate Recruiting”

Come have fun and enjoy the company of your colleagues as well as some good music, food and drink.

Are you graduating this semester and want a keep sake, or do you want to rep your Shocker pride and earn savings and discounts? While shopping at the Shocker Store in the Rhatigan Student Center, at Braeburn Square or online, if you use your Shocker ID, you can earn points that can be used for future purchases.

The RSC store also has school supplies and food available for purchase.

The University Police Department encourages all students, faculty, staff and visitors to remain safe while driving and walking across campus.

WSUPD offers the following safety tips to both drivers and pedestrians:

For drivers:

• Follow all traffic laws, including driving at or under speed limits and coming to a full stop at stop signs.
• Stop for all pedestrians and offer proper clearance for them to cross the road.
• Be vigilant when approaching intersections. Even if you have a green light, pedestrians may still be crossing.
• Be prepared for pedestrians to suddenly cross the road if you see them approaching a crosswalk. They may not give you adequate signals they will cross before doing so.
• Make sure to use your blinkers when making turns, and check that you don’t accidentally have your blinker on when you don’t intend to turn.
• When making turns, make sure to check for pedestrians in front of you as well as where you are turning into.
• If you see a yellow light, slow down and proceed with caution when it is safe to do so. Pedestrians may start crossing as you pass through.
• Be extra vigilant when visibility is low, such as at night or in heavy rain, snow or fog.
• Consider using the Wichita State Transit buses when traffic is high or visibility is low, or when you have to drive a considerable distance across campus.

For pedestrians:

• Follow all traffic laws and traffic signals that tell you when and when not to cross.
• Always use marked crosswalks. Many drivers are not expecting pedestrians crossing elsewhere.
• Check for cars coming from both directions before you begin to cross the road.
• Remain vigilant for cars when crossing the road. Pedestrians have the right of way on roads, but drivers may not see you crossing in time to slow down.
• Make sure drivers coming from both directions have clear sight of you before you cross the road.
• When using a crosswalk, make it clear that you are about to cross before doing so to give drivers enough time to see you, slow down and let you through.
• If a driver has their car blinker on, make sure they are slowing down and completing the turn before crossing the road. They may have a malfunction or left it on by mistake and may not be turning.
• Be extra vigilant when visibility is low, such as at night or in heavy rain, snow or fog.
• Consider using the Wichita State Transit buses when traffic is high or visibility is low, or when you have to walk a considerable distance across campus.

Principles of Microeconomics (ECON 202), CRN: 30386, offered online, dives into how households and businesses make decisions, how competition shapes prices, and how issues like regulation, globalization and environmental policy affect everyday choices. A smart pick for anyone who wants to understand the forces behind what we buy, sell and value.

With the World Cup on the horizon and sports booming at every level, Sociology of Coaching (SMGT 750D), CRN: 31094, offered online this summer, digs into what coaches really do and why it matters. Explore the social forces that shape coaching, from youth leagues to the pros, and examine the impact coaches have both on and off the field.

President Rick Muma visited the Staff Senate Executive Committee virtually to recognize the members as the next recipient of Rick Rewards. The committee was recognized for their commitment to shared governance and their ongoing work to support Wichita State’s mission through collaboration and staff engagement.

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

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

Wednesday:

• Desi Fusion: 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.

Join Zach Gearhart, chief of staff and executive director of government relations, for updates on the legislature relevant to Wichita State. The last meeting for the legislative session is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 17 in 101 Morrison Hall. The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students.

Join President Rick Muma when he talks with Mike Kennedy about his 46-year career as the voice of the Shockers and his future plans.

Wichita State’s remarkable run through the NCAA tournament came to an end in the National Championship April 11, as the Shockers fell to #1-seed Jacksonville State 4-1 in the best-of-seven Baker match at Yorktown Lanes.

The team finished its second NCAA campaign with a 79-36 record as NCAA runner-up. Jacksonville State won their second NCAA championship in the last three seasons, finishing 103-10.