Author: Tyler Heizelman

Join Wichita State’s Community Education for an adventure through time right in the neighborhood during the Historic Walking Tour of the Fairmount Neighborhood from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21.

Participants will meet at Social Tap at Braeburn Square. Jay Price, professor in the Department of History, will be the instructor for the tour.

The Fairmount Neighborhood is more than just a place; it’s a treasure trove of history that’s been intertwined with WSU for over 125 years.

During this tour, participants will explore the Victorian elegance of Fairmount Cottage; step into the Innovation Campus’s modern, 21st-century urban environment; uncover the intriguing history of the Old Frisco Railway, also known as the Redbud Trail; pay a visit to local cemeteries, each holding tales of days gone by; and discover WSU’s historic hangouts and why they’re so special.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to dive into Wichita’s rich history. Register now online or call 316-978-3731. The registration fee is $55.

Discover a diverse range of topics, from cybersecurity to scotch, pickleball to painting and much more. Additionally, as a special offer, Wichita State employees enjoy a 10% discount on classes, excluding day trips.

Connect with fellow community members while exploring your passions. Current employees should use the code “WSUEMPLOYEE” at checkout to receive the 10% discount, and retired employees can get the same discount with code “WSURETIREE.”

Join the Maternal and Child Health Equity Conference from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25 in the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. The event will bring together researchers and practitioners from diverse fields and locations across Kansas to tackle the social determinants of health affecting maternal and child well-being.

The conference theme, “Connect, Create, and Collaborate: Generating Proven Solutions for our State,” emphasizes the importance of working together to improve health outcomes. Participants will explore a wide range of factors impacting health, such as housing, economic issues, domestic violence, mental health and more. Attendees can earn nursing or social work CEUs while benefiting from enlightening presentations by expert speakers and valuable networking opportunities.

The conference is honored to have Dr. Nina Wallerstein as its keynote speaker. With over thirty years of experience in community-based participatory research, Dr. Wallerstein’s insights will inspire attendees to drive positive change.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of maternal and child health in Kansas.

Registration is now open for the fall 2023 semester Badge Program. Those interested shouldn’t miss this opportunity to enhance their professional skills and knowledge. 

What are badges? Badges are academic short courses designed to meet the needs of working professionals. With the flexible online format, participants can conveniently balance their workload alongside their full-time jobs and family commitments. Choose from a wide range of courses in business, healthcare, behavioral science or engineering that directly align with various job duties and career goals.

Why choose WSU Badge Program? Earning a badge not only showcases participants’ expertise to employers, but also demonstrates their commitment to continuous learning. In today’s rapidly evolving world, staying up-to-date with new skills and technologies is crucial for professional growth. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital credential that can be shared on social media and shown on their resume, providing concrete evidence of their achievements.

Register now. Visit the Badges homepage to explore the comprehensive badge catalog and choose courses that can contribute to professional goals. Register now and embark on a journey of lifelong learning.

Join the Maternal and Child Health Equity Conference to be held Aug. 25 in the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. The event will bring together researchers and practitioners from diverse fields and locations across Kansas to tackle the social determinants of health affecting maternal and child well-being.

The conference theme “Connect, Create, and Collaborate: Generating Proven Solutions for our State,” emphasizes the importance of working together to improve health outcomes. Participants will explore a wide range of factors impacting health, such as housing, economic issues, domestic violence, mental health and more. Attendees can earn nursing or social work CEUs while benefiting from enlightening presentations by expert speakers and valuable networking opportunities.

The conference is honored to have Dr. Nina Wallerstein as its keynote speaker. With over thirty years of experience in community-based participatory research, Dr. Wallerstein’s insights will inspire attendees to drive positive change.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of maternal and child health in Kansas.

The Maternal and Child Health Equity Conference brings together researchers and practitioners from across the state of Kansas from a variety of disciplines and geographic locations to work toward proven solutions to improve maternal and child health outcomes in our state by casting a wide net on the social determinants of health (i.e., housing, economic issues, domestic violence, substance use and abuse, mental health, access to care, houselessness, environmental issues, exposure to toxins, and nutrition). Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from expert speakers as well as network with colleagues from around the state.

The 2023 Maternal and Child Health Equity Conference: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health theme is “Connect, Create and Collaborate: Generating Proven Solutions for our State.” The deadline to submit an abstract is Friday, May 5.

Faculty and staff can attend the commencement ceremonies to show support and encouragement to their graduating students.

The spring 2023 commencement ceremonies will be held May 13, and the deadline to RSVP is April 25.

• 9 a.m. – Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, College of Fine Arts, Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College, and College of Innovation and Design
• 1 p.m. – College of Applied Studies and College of Health Professions
• 5 p.m. – W. Frank Barton School of Business and College of Engineering

Volunteers are needed for the spring 2023 commencement on Saturday, May 13 in Koch Arena. There are three volunteer shifts:

• From 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• From 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Volunteers will welcome guests and graduates at the event, and food will be provided.

All spring and summer 2023 eligible graduates must RSVP for commencement by Sunday, April 16. Spring 2023 commencement will take place on Saturday, May 13.

Students with an application for degree on file should have received an email from Marching Order instructing them on how to RSVP.

The spring 2023 commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 13 at Charles Koch Arena. This ceremony includes summer 2023 graduates. All spring and summer undergraduates intending to walk in the ceremony must file their Application for Degree (AFD) no later than Wednesday, March 1.