Category: Research

Want to publish a research article open access, but can’t afford the fees? Consider a Cambridge University Press or Springer journal. 

Since 2024, Shockers have been publishing open-access in Springer journals without paying fees through a deal negotiated by University Libraries. Now, Shockers can publish in most Cambridge University Press journals without paying fees, too.

There are dozens of high-quality journals available through these programs, covering every area of scholarship. To find eligible journals, use the Cambridge Eligibility Checker or Springer’s Journal Finder.

The McNair Scholars program is designed to prepare undergraduate students for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. This program targets first-generation and low-income students.

Key benefits:

• Mentorship from faculty members and experienced researchers
• Opportunities to conduct research and present findings at national conferences
• Workshops and seminars focused on graduate school preparation, including GRE prep and application assistance

Contact mcnairscholars@wichita.edu for more information and/or questions.

Master market research by finding key data, identifying competitors, and targeting the right audience for your product or service at the Entrepreneurship Research Lunch and Learn from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at Ablah Library (in-person and online).

Feel free to bring your own lunch and make it a productive break. This session is free and open to all.

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) offers undergraduates the chance to present their work through posters or oral presentations, with additional opportunities for those who want to share creative activity and performance. Please share this opportunity with your students.

Abstracts are due April 8. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 24, concurrent with the Graduate Research and Scholarly Project (GRASP), with separate award categories for undergraduate participants.

Students may present posters, give oral presentations or showcase creative work and performances. Participants are eligible to compete for cash awards of up to $500.

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Hub is excited to announce that three undergraduate-led research projects have each been awarded $1,500 this fall.

Robustness analysis of direct position determination for radio emitter localization

• URCA grant award recipients: Brody Bazzelle, Dr. Visvakumar Aravinthan and Dr. Yanwu Ding

Angle-specific muscle activation on a multi-modal exercise system: a 10-,uscle EMG study.

• URCA grant award recipients: Rida Azmi, Sydnie Strong, Samantha Scraper, Cierra Milledge, Dr. Stacy Johnson and Dr. Heidi Bell

Being wrong feels right: predictive responses of expected and unexpected variations during active music listening using multi-modal-fNIRS-EEG analysis.

• URCA grant award recipients: Garett Knight, Dr. Savina Jahnke and Dr. Erin O’Bryan

Looking ahead, spring 2026 URCA Grant applications are due March 9, 2026. To learn more about the grant, eligibility or how to apply, visit the URCA website. For any questions, contact undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.

Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) requests a minimum of 30 business days to process letters of support or participation in research. It is WSU’s responsibility to have appropriate support from the school(s)/personnel that will be involved in the project prior to submitting a request.

Letters of support/grant proposals: WSU personnel who need a letter of support or USD 259 participation on a grant proposal, should complete the External-Request for Grant Support form and are encouraged to reach out directly to Holly Wilson at hwilson@usd259.net early in the process for questions/clarification.

Research requests: WSU personnel who want to conduct research in USD 259, must download and complete the Research Request Document. Investigators are encouraged to reach out directly to Will Graves at wgraves@usd259.net early in the process for questions/clarifications.

As a reminder, all proposals submitted on behalf of WSU must be reviewed by the Office of Research prior to submission. This includes proposals where WSU is a direct recipient of funds and proposals where WSU is a proposed subawardee/subcontractor. Please contact the Office of Research at proposals@wichita.edu to get started.

Proposals are due to the Office of Research for Multidisciplinary Research Project Awards (MURPA) no later than 5 p.m. Oct. The MURPA opportunity provides funding of up to $7,500 for faculty projects that involve two or more investigators from different disciplines that focus different perspectives and capabilities on complex problems that intersect established areas of study.

Proposers must work with a grant specialist in the Office of Research prior to submission and all complete applications require an endorsement from the chair and dean. Incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed or considered. Email proposals@wichita.edu today to get started or visit the website for additional information.

Proposals are due to the Office of Research for University Research/Creative Award (URCA) projects no later than 5 p.m. Oct. 3. The URCA opportunity provides funding of up to $4,500 for faculty to retool or reestablish productive research/creative projects or as seed money to develop pilot data where external funding is available.

Proposers must work with a grant specialist in the Office of Research prior to submission and all complete applications require an endorsement from the chair and dean. Incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed or considered. Email proposals@wichita.edu today to get started or visit the website for additional information.

Did you know that WSU provides funding for faculty research and creative activity projects? The Faculty Support Committee encourages you to explore this year’s URCA, MURPA and ARCS opportunities. Funding ranges from $4,000 up to $7,500 for multi-disciplinary projects.

These opportunities are perfect for faculty looking to retool or reestablish productive research/creative projects or as seed money to develop pilot data where external funding is available. The first opportunity deadline for the 2025-26 academic year is in October, so check out the Internal Grants Opportunity webpage for more information.

McNair Scholars Program invites you to the 30th annual Research Symposium poster session from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, July 18 on the second floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Join in celebrating the incredible work of the McNair Scholars, each of whom has dedicated over 200 hours to their original research projects.

Posters will be presented as part of the Bradley Cole Poster Competition, where your vote helps decide the winner. Explore thought-provoking topics, engage with brilliant student researchers and cast your vote for your favorite poster.