Category: News

Enthusiasm is building as the powerhouse team behind the 2024 Tilford Conference is announced, a vibrant celebration of diversity, equity and inclusion at Wichita State. It is delighted to unveil the distinguished Statewide Advisory Committee Representatives, a pair of exceptional individuals who will shape the transformative event:

• Dr. Rhonda Lewis, professor and graduate coordinator, Department of Psychology
• Dr. Gary Brooking, chair of applied engineering

These accomplished professionals will play a pivotal role in crafting an inspiring and impactful Tilford Conference, with over 500 attendees expected to participate. The event is scheduled to take place at Wichita State Oct. 3-4.

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As the conference approaches, rest assured that countless hours of meticulous planning are underway.

In addition to the Statewide Advisory Committee, it is in the process of forming additional committees, ensuring a diverse group of individuals contribute their expertise to make this conference unforgettable.

Stay tuned for more updates as it unveils the conference agenda, introduce the distinguished speakers and open registration.

Learn more about Dr. Michael P. Tilford.

The Barton School of Business is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Duane Nagel as its senior associate dean. In this role, Nagel will oversee the successful implementation of the school’s strategic plan and related key initiatives, manage undergraduate and graduate programs, lead efforts to maximize on its enrollments, advance faculty and research affairs, among other key areas. His collaborative efforts with Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School, and other key leaders will focus on identifying areas for enhancement and innovation across these domains.

“Exemplifying an extraordinary blend of talents and skill sets, Duane is the ideal candidate for this position,” Genin said. “His steadfast commitment to excellence and nuanced understanding of the Barton School will play a pivotal role in propelling innovation and contributing to the prosperity of our school.”

Before his appointment as the senior associate dean, Duane served as the chair of the Department of Marketing at the Barton School. Since assuming the role in the fall of 2022, Duane has led the department through an impressive period of growth, witnessing a remarkable surge in enrollment by nearly 25%, among many other accomplishments related to modernizing the curriculum and forging crucial industry connections.

The Office of Purchasing has finalized its award for the Promotional Items and Logo Apparel Contract and are welcoming back some commonly known vendors and introducing some new ones.

Reference the promotional items contract posted to the Purchasing Contracts Award page for additional information.

Office of Online and Adult Learning (OAL) students are incredibly dedicated to completing their degrees while juggling their responsibilities such as full-time work, caring for their families and participating in their communities. They bring a wealth of experience, perseverance, creativity and a growth mindset to every course they take. OAL wants to share how its Shockers are making a difference.

Meet Sadie Svymbersky. Along with being a full-time student, Sadie is a para at an elementary school and coaches the Derby 8th-grade girls basketball team. Her unwavering dedication and passion to help students achieve their goals are nothing short of inspiring. Sadie is a true role model for all those who aspire to make a difference in the world of education.

The Wichita Business Journal has released the 2024 “Coolest Office in Wichita” nominations, and Woolsey Hall has been nominated. Woolsey Hall made it through round one with over 40% of the vote and is now in round two. The community can vote once for their choice through the voting period until 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2.

A new partnership between Heartspring and the College of Health Professions will bring faculty and students on-site at Heartspring’s Pediatric Clinic to provide physical therapy and audiology services to the local community.

Heartspring provides interdisciplinary therapies that help children with neurodevelopmental differences realize their full potential in communication, social interactions, mobility and daily living.

The College of Engineering is hosting an Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IGED) event, commonly known as Girl Day, for about 200 high school girls from Wichita and the surrounding area. The event will be from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

The students will participate in hands-on STEM activities, listen to inspirational female speakers, attend an industry fair featuring companies from STEM fields and meet women from the engineering and computing industries, including professionals, WSU faculty and students. There is still a need for companies from STEM fields to join the industry fair and for women from the engineering and computing industries to provide mentorship during the event.

Get ready for a new way to manage the purchasing process. Financial Operations is thrilled to announce that the Wu-Buy E-Procurement System is officially live and ready for action.

What’s Wu-Buy? It’s not just a system; it’s a game-changer, designed to make the procurement experience smoother, faster and more efficient.

Starting Feb. 5, the Amazon Business Prime account will be part of the Wu-Buy E-Procurement system. Users must log into Wu-Buy and select the Amazon supplier tile which will direct them to the Amazon site.

Financial Operations is thrilled to share this exciting news to enhance the Amazon Business Prime ordering experience.

For those who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree in the field of education and becoming an advanced professional, Wichita State offers a Master of Education in learning and instructional design. The program is designed to be innovative, dynamic and flexible, catering to the diverse needs and goals of individuals seeking to advance their careers in teaching, learning and program design.

Those interested in learning more about the program can attend virtual information sessions that are held at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month during the fall and spring semesters. The next session is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6.

To obtain the link for the sessions or any further information, please contact Dr. Jay, associate professor and program chair for Master of Education in learning and instructional design, at jaehwan.byun@wichita.edu.