WSU Today: Friday, Feb. 2, 2024

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Join Wichita State for United Way literacy fundraiser

Join Wichita State and individual teams/departments as they prepare future Shockers for a lifetime of success. The university is raising money for the United Way’s Champions for Literacy initiative, which puts books and supplies into the hands of USD 259 students.

Learn more about Champions for Literacy

Three high school seniors selected as 2024 Harry Gore Memorial Scholarship recipients

Wichita State University has selected the 2024 recipients of the Harry Gore Memorial Scholarships. Each student will receive a $64,000 scholarship to attend Wichita State University starting in August 2024.

The 2024 Gore Scholars are:

Karinton Newton, Summit Christian Academy (Missouri)
Karaline Scott, Goddard High School
Chloe Strecker, Eureka High School (Missouri)

The students competed in the Distinguished Scholarship Invitational in November, with 544 other students also competing. To be invited to compete in the invitational, students had to have a 27 or higher ACT score, a 3.5 or higher GPA, or rank in the top 10% of their class. Once invited, students completed an application, including essays, and competed in an on-campus leadership competition. Thirteen finalists came back to campus Jan. 18 for final interviews.

As with Gore Scholars before them, the three recipients this year are involved in their schools and communities and plan to do the same at Wichita State University.

Learn more about the 2024 Gore Scholars

Parking and Traffic

Reminder about parking in YMCA lot

Parking at the YMCA, Lot 40, is limited to two hours and is only available to those who are actively using the YMCA.

Citations will be issued to those who park for longer than two hours or use the parking lot while not in the YMCA. Fines are doubled for those who receive a citation in the lot.

Thank you for your continued cooperation.

Parking garage add-on ePermits are still available

Parking Services recently announced the creation of a parking garage add-on ePermit for the spring semester. Any current ePermit holder is eligible to purchase this add-on for $50. The add-on will allow ePermit holders to park on floor two, the ramp to three, floor three and the ramp to four at anytime in the spring semester without having to pay the hourly rate.

This ePermit is for sale in person at the University Police Department. Payment is to be with cash or check only and a limited amount of these ePermits are still available. You must have a current ePermit on file or you will be required to buy one at the time of the add-on purchase.

This is the first semester the add-on is available. Because this is a pilot program, Parking Services is open to feedback and will look to make any necessary adjustments before offering the add-on again in the fall.

News

Wu-Buy E-Procurement System is now live

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.

Learn more about Wu-Buy and find training options

Request a study abroad presentation for class, student group

Study Abroad regularly gives short presentations about study abroad for classes and student groups. The presentation are customized based on the particular class and interests and can be as short as 10 minutes or up to 30 minutes in length depending on the faculty’s preference.

A 10 minute presentation gives a quick overview about study abroad, while a 30 minute presentation would go more in depth about the programs and provide student testimonial experiences.

Those interested in requesting a study abroad presentation for their class or student group can complete the form on the website.

For any questions, email studyabroad@wichita.edu.

Vote for Woolsey Hall for Wichita Business Journal’s ‘Coolest Office in Wichita’

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.

Vote for Woolsey Hall

Submit your graduate application for degree this semester

For those graduating with their graduate degrees this semester, don’t forget to submit your application for degree. The deadline to submit is Monday Feb. 12. All students who plan to graduate must submit their application for degree and have their plan of study on file with the Graduate School.

To find the AFD form, go to myWSU, click on myClasses and then under “Graduation Links.”

For questions, email wsugradschool@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3253.

Art Exhibits

Opening reception for ‘Shouting Fire,’ ‘Prism Shift’ exhibitions planned Feb. 2

Currently on view through Feb. 25 in the CityArts Balcony Gallery is "Shouting Fire" and in the CityArts Boardroom Gallery is "Prism Shift." Jennifer Ray's, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (ADCI) associate director and associate professor of photo media, solo and group exhibitions.

Events

Office of Admissions is hosting Black & Yellow Day Feb. 19

On Monday, Feb. 19, the Office of Admissions will host Black & Yellow Day. Each semester, Admissions invites high school juniors, seniors and college transfer students to the all-day event on campus where they have the chance to participate in sessions hosted by each academic college, tour campus and explore the applied learning opportunities available at Wichita State. The event is $15 per student and $5 per guest and includes lunch in Shocker Dining.

If you know of any students who should attend this event, they can register on the Office of Admissions website (wichita.edu/visit) and click on “Admissions Events.” For questions, contact Quinn Munk at 316-978-5453 or quinn.munk@wichita.edu.

Join ODI for Poetry and Chill as it celebrates Black History Month

Get immersed in an evening of soul-stirring rhythms and captivating verses, featuring the mesmerizing talents of Poetry and Chill OKC, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for an unforgettable fusion of live music, evocative poetry and the art of storytelling woven together by this dynamic group dedicated to uplifting Black culture through the power of song, dance and spoken word. Whether you’re an avid lover of poetry or simply seeking a space to unwind and connect with the essence of artistic expression, the event promises an enchanting journey through the heart and soul of the Midwest’s vibrant performing arts scene.

Come, be part of an evening that celebrates the beauty, resilience and creativity of Black culture through an immersive experience of words, melodies and impassioned performances.

ODI to celebrate Lunar New Year Feb. 9

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for its Lunar New Year celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center, as it commemorates the arrival of the majestic Dragon,

The event will be filled with cultural activities, performances and delights as everyone gathers to celebrate the spirit of unity, joy and renewal during this auspicious Lunar New Year. ODI hopes the Year of the Dragon brings prosperity, success and happiness to all.

Faculty, staff invited to Implicit Bias Session from Crystal U. Davis

Faculty and staff are invited to attend an Implicit Bias Session with speaker Crystal U. Davis — a dancer, movement analyst and critical race theorist whose current research explores implicit bias in dance through a critical theory lens — There will be two sessions to choose from, at noon Tuesday, Feb. 20 or 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23 both in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room.

The work of Davis, CLMA, has been renowned by a broad community of adjudicators and audiences from Donald McKayle to the royal family of Jodhpur, India.

Lunch will be provided for attendees on Tuesday, and a continental breakfast will be served at the Friday event. Be sure to register ahead of time as space is limited.

The session is coordinated by the Campus Climate Committee and sponsored by Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and the College of Fine Arts.

RSVP for the Feb. 20 event RSVP for the Feb. 23 event

Attend the Promoting Equity through Assessment workshop Feb. 29

UMKC School of Law Dean Emerita Barbara Glesner Fines

All faculty and staff are invited to discover how to promote equity through assessment by sharpening objectives for effective student learning and improving methods of communicating with students regarding their progress toward those objectives.

RSVP to the workshop online to attend the Promoting Equity through Assessment workshop, sponsored by the College of Applied Studies, from 3 to 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29 in 261 Rhatigan Student Center, Olive Room or via Zoom. During the workshop — led by Barbara Glesner Fines, dean emerita of the UMKC Law School — participants will explore teaching that respects diverse ways of knowing and communicates high expectations for student learning.

Immediately following the workshop, enjoy the Provost’s Pedagogy Happy Hour with drinks and light appetizers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Ablah Library, introducing a new Faculty Lounge space on the second floor. RSVP for the mixer online.

Volunteer Opportunities

Spring 2024 Wu’s Big Event registration is now open

Join the Community Service Board for its largest one day volunteer event, Wu’s Big Event, Feb. 10. Join fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Individuals, groups, organizations, students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Checkin for Wu’s Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m.

The kick-off will begin at 9 a.m. in 208 Hubbard Hall with a light breakfast and kick-off celebration. Participants will then load the buses and be at a service site by 10 a.m. Volunteers will work until noon and return to Hubbard Hall for lunch and closing festivities.

The event will end by 1:30 p.m. Transportation to and from service sites is provided. Light Breakfast, lunch, water and T-shirt will also be provided.

For additional information, contact the Community Service Board at CSB@wichita.edu or 316-978-7016.