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Starting Monday, July 17, WSU Information Technology Services (ITS) will roll out new functionality regarding password resets.

The new feature Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) will make it easier to recover your password. You will be able to reset, unlock or change your password with the added security of having an extra verification method, like a phone number or passcode to your user sign-in process.  This introduces the option to enable self-service functionality when having issues with your password.

Starting July 17, visit Self-Service Password Recovery webpage for additional information on what to expect and how to set up your account.

Questions: Contact ITS Help Desk at 316-978-4357, option 1 or helpdesk@wichita.edu.

The Academic Year (AY) 2023-24 academic and tenure and promotion calendars are now available to view from Academic Affairs.

In an effort to minimize risks to privacy, security and student costs associated with virtual proctoring, Wichita State will no longer use Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor for courses, whether in-person, hybrid or online after July 31. WSU has approved Examity as the only choice for virtual proctoring. 

Examity allows for automated (recorded only and irregularities flagged by AI) and live proctoring options. WSU will support up to two automated exams for those courses needing virtual proctoring. Any proctoring beyond that will be billed to the department. Live proctoring will continue to be paid directly by students.

Know of any students entering grades 6-12 that are interested in esports? If so, the Wichita State esports summer camp from July 24-28 is for them.

Students will embark on a transformative journey guided by seasoned esports professionals and coaches who will provide expert training and mentorship. This immersive camp is designed to cater to all skill levels. Participants can expect a blend of intensive gameplay sessions, strategic workshops and hands-on experience with state-of-the-art gaming equipment throughout the camp.

Starting July 17, WSU Information Technology Services (ITS) will roll out new functionality regarding password resets.

The new feature, Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR), will make it easier to recover your password. You will be able to reset, unlock or change your password with the added security of having an extra verification method, like a phone number or passcode to your user sign-in process. This introduces the option to enable self-service functionality when having issues with your password.

Next Steps

Be on the lookout for more information later this week from WSU ITS regarding additional information on what to expect and how to set up your account.

It has come to WSU’s attention that the winter closedown schedule overlaps with the beginning of spring 2024 pre-session classes by one day, Jan. 2, 2024. The decision has been made to shift the winter closedown dates to begin and end a day earlier. This means the winter closedown will commence at the end of the day on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, and reopen on Tuesday morning, Jan. 2, 2024. The closedown is ten (10) days, two of which are paid holidays. Classes will not be in session during this period.

Employees who would normally be scheduled to work the days may use accumulated vacation leave or their 2023 discretionary day* during the winter closedown. Non-exempt employees can also use accumulated compensatory time off during the winter closedown.

If your role requires you to work during the winter closedown it must be approved in advance by your immediate supervisor. For those that are required to work during the winter closedown, we appreciate your dedication and service to the university.

Schedule of winter closedown:

• Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023
• Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023
• Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023
• Friday, Dec. 22, 2023
• Monday, Dec. 25, 2023 (Paid Holiday)
• Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023
• Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023
• Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023
• Friday, Dec. 29, 2023
• Monday Jan. 1, 2024 (Paid Holiday)

An employee must be in pay status the entire workday before and the entire workday after state holidays to receive holiday pay. The official state holidays are Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

*The discretionary day for 2023 must be used on or before Dec. 23, 2023.

Introducing HOPE Services at Wichita State. An acronym for Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education, HOPE Services was formerly housed under Counseling and Prevention Services.

HOPE Services promotes mental health and wellness as well as prevention efforts aimed at reducing substance misuse, suicide and sexual violence on campus. Located in the Student Wellness Center inside the Steve Clark YMCA, HOPE Services invites students and staff to engage with wellness resources, trainings and outreach activities that increase connection.

The Widener Global Leaders Program (WGLP) has announced that Barbara Shrut, president of SLB Advisors, will be joining its illustrious advisory board. The WGLP program is led by the Barton School of Business and directed by Dean Larisa Genin in collaboration with Fairmount College and the College of Fine Arts. It is an interdisciplinary program designed to create a transformational experience and foster an inclusive community for women majoring in business, communications or fine arts aimed at developing the next generation of global and transformational female leaders.

Over the next few weeks WSU Information Technology Services (ITS) will roll out new functionality regarding password resets.

This new feature, called Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR), will enable users to reset, unlock and change passwords with the added security of having an extra verification method.

The goal is to make your workday easier when you have issues with your password by enabling self-service password reset functionality.

Next Steps

Be on the lookout for more information from WSU ITS regarding when this functionality is available and how to set up your account.

The Barton School of Business has launched a new, industry-aligned Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program. The innovative curriculum will be taught by top faculty members and focused on the latest industry trends and content to more effectively prepare students for greater responsibilities at the executive level.

The 30-credit hour program spans 18 months and will begin October 2023. A key feature of the new EMBA program is students will be paired with a personal executive coach. Their coach will guide them to discover their unique talents and develop a strengths-based approach to solving current and future leadership and business challenges.