Author: Caelin Bragg

Have you thought you might try meditation but could never get your mind and body to settle down “enough to do it”? Try Quiet Time. This week, organizers will begin a series of meditations designed just for “fidgety skeptics” using Dan Harris and Jeff Warren’s book, “Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics.”

Starting today and for the next several weeks, meditations from Quiet Time will be inspired by the book. Join every Tuesday online via Teams or in 204 Ablah Library, faculty lounge. All staff and faculty are welcome. Meetings are from 2 to 2:30 p.m., and there will be have two meditations. One starts roughly 2:01 p.m. and the other starts roughly 2:16 p.m. Come for both or stay for just one.

Aracely Martinez is a first-gen student in the United States at Wichita State University. Despite the challenges facing her moving from Paraguay to a new country, she took that as an opportunity to grow. She recommends other students look at the opportunities available to them while still in school to propel themselves into successful careers.

Aracely is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2024 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Applications for the 2025 John A. See Innovation Award are now open and are being accepted through Jan. 17, 2025. The award was established in 2013 by John A. See to support prototype development, which may include development of products in engineering and science, development of life-enhancing therapeutic products, creation of application of new knowledge and artistic ventures.

Faculty and students are eligible to apply for the proof of concept award. For more information and access to the online application options, go to wichita.edu/innovationaward.

The ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Attendees may choose to attend up to two sessions. Gain additional insights, tools and tips to help you improve your marketing and communication efforts. And if your team is looking to order promo items for your office, visit the Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Stay tuned for more information on the sessions and how to RSVP in January.

The ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Jan. 30, 2025 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Attendees may choose to attend up to two sessions. Gain additional insights, tools and tips to help you improve your marketing and communication efforts. And if your team is looking to order promo items for your office, visit the Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Stay tuned for more information on the sessions and how to RSVP in January.

Are you nearing publication of your research or has your research been recently published? Let the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing know for consideration in WSU Today and Research & Innovation News, WSU’s bi-monthly research newsletter that is sent out to WSU’s peer research universities.

If you’ve had your research published within the last six months, or expect to be published soon, email the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing at strategic.comm@wichita.edu with the subject “Research,” and include:

• The title of your research
• Publication date
• A brief description of your research/abstract
• A link to where readers can find it online or a citation

Zach Gearhart, chief of staff and executive director of government relations, will discuss the upcoming Kansas legislature and how it could impact Wichita State at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13 in 101 Morrison Hall.

The meeting is open to all faculty, staff and students. Gearhart will begin hosting meetings every other week in Morrison Hall once the Kansas legislative session starts on Jan. 13, 2025 to update campus on the latest developments from the legislature.

Shockers — it’s time to complete your 2025-26 Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The FAFSA helps you unlock thousands of dollars to help fund your college education.

The new and improved FAFSA form from last year has been refined, giving students easy access to financial aid opportunities. Current Shockers who are interested in applying for 2025-26 scholarships should submit their FAFSA as soon as possible. The earlier you submit, the more likely you are to receive all of the scholarships you are eligible for.

Questions? The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is here to assist you in completing your FAFSA and in understanding your financial plan. Visit the FAFSA webpage (wichita.edu/fafsa) for more information.

The ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Attendees may choose to attend up to two sessions. Gain additional insights, tools and tips to help you improve your marketing and communication efforts. And if your team is looking to order promo items for your office, visit the Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Stay tuned for more information on the sessions and how to RSVP in January.

The ninth annual Strategic Communications marketing and communications seminar for faculty and staff will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Jan. 30, 2025 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Attendees may choose to attend up to two sessions. Gain additional insights, tools and tips to help you improve your marketing and communication efforts.

Stay tuned for more information on the sessions and how to RSVP in January.