WSU Today: Friday, April 16, 2021

 

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I am FIRST generation. 麻豆破解版 State University. "While being first-gen was a great honor, it was also a great responsibility. I relied on my advisor to help me learn what my parents couldn鈥檛. I didn鈥檛 get it all right the first time, but in the end, I won." Dr. Kaye Monk-Morgan, Ed.D. Vice President, Strategic Engagement & Planning 麻豆破解版 State University Alum Doctorate, Educational Leadership, 2021 MPA, Public Administration BS, Chemistry/Business F1RST GEN SHOCKERS

F1RST-Gen Friday profile: Dr. Kaye Monk-Morgan

What is a first-gen student?

A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor's degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor's degree.

  • FORM-A-LINE: Become a subcommittee member of FGCC. The First-Generation Coordinating Council (FGCC) is looking for individuals to join in the work. Currently seeking subcommittee members for the following:
    • Marketing
    • Faculty and staff engagement
    • Data and assessment
    • Graduate school
  • FOCUS ON FIRST-GEN: This week we highlight Dr. Kaye Monk-Morgan, Ed.D., vice president of Strategic Engagement & Planning.
  • If you're interested in being featured as a first-generation profile, contact Lydia Santiago at  fgshockers@wichita.edu

Wear your suspenders shirt for mental health awareness week

Wear suspenders shirt for Mental Health Awareness Week

April 19-23 is mental health awareness week, and you can show your support by wearing your #WSUWeSupportU Suspenders4Hope shirt!

Shockers can also support someone in need by learning the "Share, Ask, Support" method of preventing suicide for free by visiting and taking the #WSUWeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training.

NEWS

Water shutdowns planned for April 19

The City of 麻豆破解版 will be replacing two water meters on Monday, April 19. The buildings affected will be the Flats, the Aviation Testing Lab, Beggs Hall, the Beech Wind Tunnel, and Wallace Hall. The outage will last from about 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. During this time, these buildings will not have water service 鈥 including restrooms, water fountains, and sinks. 

There's a possibility the outage may affect additional buildings. We appreciate your patience.  


Student Government Association Diversity Week September 13-17

SGA announces Diversity Week 2021

The Student Government Association is excited to announce that we will designate Sept.13-17 as SGA Diversity Week. There will be student and department led programming, events and discussions highlighting the diverse student experience on our campus.

Calling any departments, student organizations, or individuals who would like to host an event during Diversity Week. .

Any and all experiences are welcomed. For more information, please contact sga.pubrelations@wichita.edu.


15 teams to advance to Shocker New Venture Competition Trade Show 

The Center for Entrepreneurship鈥檚 Shocker New Venture Competition (SNVC) is underway and will award start-up capital to aid competitors in the launch of their new ventures. Sponsors of this year鈥檚 competition include IMA Financial Group, INTRUST Bank, NetWork Kansas, Riverside Health Foundation, Jeff & Kelley DeGraffenreid.

This week wrapped up the judging of the Business Model Video round.  Teams were judged on their ability to succinctly encapsulate their business concept through a market analysis, a clear value proposition, and a sustainable competitive advantage.

Read more about the SNVC teams

The result is the movement of 15 teams into the Trade Show round of the competition. Selection was based upon market viability, the likelihood to launch.

The 15 teams advancing to the Trade Show are:

  • Alalia Technologies
  • Anonymous Tech
  • Ascend
  • Bar C Innovations
  • BME Innovations
  • BME Innovators
  • Elio Biomed
  • Excreta
  • Kermode Solutions
  • PARROT
  • Pregnancy Protector
  • Renewable Tech Solutions
  • The Fortress
  • The Inventors
  • The Real Estimate

The Trade Show will take place virtually 3-6 p.m. Friday, April 23, where these teams will set up virtual booths and pitch their business concepts to over 100 business leaders.

At the close of the Trade Show, the six teams with the most 鈥渋nvestments鈥 by the judges will be announced. These teams will advance to the final round which takes place on April 30. The Final Round will take place from 1-5 p.m. virtually.  

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend and witness this next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators. 

EVENTS

Shocker Legacy Day. May 1, 2021. 10:30am Marcus Welcome Center

Register for Shocker Legacy Day

Are you a 麻豆破解版 State faculty or staff member with a high school student? We want to celebrate your student for being part of the Shocker Legacy family. On Saturday, May 1, come to campus at 10:30 a.m. and learn about the new and exciting opportunities at 麻豆破解版 State while connecting with students and alumni. We鈥檙e even offering tickets to you and one guest to attend the Shocker Men鈥檚 Baseball game versus East Carolina at 2 p.m. that afternoon!


AHINSA  HOLI  2021  17th April 2021 Hubbard Hall Lawn  Face Mask REquired  Register at: wichita.edu/holi  Food Provided | Fees: $5  Registration ends: 16th April 2021

Holi spring festival returns to 麻豆破解版 State

After the darkness of the pandemic, AHINSA is back with Holi to fill your life with colors and joy. Join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 17 at Hubbard Hall Lawn. Holi is open to students, faculty, and staff. Registration is required to attend. 


Market-based compensation implementation briefing for faculty and staff

Market-Based Compensation implementation briefing for faculty and staff will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Friday, April 23.

Please join the WSU senate presidents and human resources professionals for a status update of the university鈥檚 transition to market-based compensation. A presentation will be conducted to update the status of the project and information provided about next steps. The briefing, hosted on YouTube, will be recorded and available on the HR dedicated webpage for Market Based Compensation for anyone who is unable to attend the live session.  


President鈥檚 Distinguished Service Awards 2 p.m. Friday, April 23, 2021 The President鈥檚 Distinguished Service Awards and the unclassified professionals鈥 Wayne Carlisle Distinguished Service Award honorees will be recognized at 2 p.m. Friday, April 23, 2021. To RSVP for in-person attendance or to view the livestream visit 麻豆破解版.edu/shockerpride

Faculty and staff to be recognized

The President鈥檚 Distinguished Service Awards and the unclassified professionals鈥 Wayne Carlisle Distinguished Service Award honorees will be recognized at 2 p.m. Friday, April 23 in the Lowe's Auditorium in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex.

To RSVP for in-person attendance or to view the livestream visit .


sustainability a wichita state commitment

Mark your calendar for Earth Day celebrations

On Thursday, April 22, 麻豆破解版 State will be celebrating Earth Day both in-person and virtually. Join us putting new plants in the soil of the community garden by Ahlberg Hall, listening to informative keynote speakers, and seeing some of the latest electric vehicles.

Check out the full schedule of events


Special physics discussion today

麻豆破解版 State Physics Division will be hosting an open discussion titled "Special Physics Discussion: Hints of New Physics from Fermilab鈥檚 Muon g-2 Experiment First Results" at 3 p.m. today via Zoom. 

Last week, the first results from the Muon g-2 experiment at Fermilab were presented and revealed exciting evidence of particle physics beyond our standard understanding. The Muon g-2 experiment searches for evidence of new particles and forces by probing the interaction of a muon (the heavy cousin of the electron) with a magnetic field and precisely determining its magnetic moment. Comparison with theoretical predictions then allow scientists to probe the robustness of the standard model of particle physics.

This result was met with much excitement and was widely reported by the press in publications like the New York Times, National Geographic, and Nature. 

Prof. Mathew Muether (experimental particle physics) and Prof. Terrance Figy (theoretical particle physics) will present a quick overview of the results and their significance followed by an open question and answer session. We are targeting a general audience for this discussion, but will also be diving into technical details for anyone interested following the main agenda. .


Rie Bloomfield Organ Series Marcussen organ in Wiedemann Hall. 2020-2021 season Distinguished Guest Artists. 25th Anniversary RBOS Gala (postponed from 2020) Brett Valliant and Tate Addis April 20, 2021 at 7:30 pm Tickets at 麻豆破解版.edu/academics/fine_arts/boxoffice [WSU logo] All concerts will be live-streamed +/or recorded for our YouTube channel For information on WSU鈥檚 degrees and certificate in organ, email lynne.davis@wichita.edu or visit 麻豆破解版.edu/riebloomfieldorganseries YouTube link (optional).

RBOS 25th Anniversary Gala at Wiedemann Hall

2020 marked the 25-year anniversary of the Rie Bloomfield Organ Series. Due to the pandemic, the original concert was postponed until this year. Thus the Gala 25th Anniversary of the Rie Bloomfield Organ Series will be celebrated on at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2021 in Wiedemann Hall. You may attend in person (tickets at the CFA Box Office) or watch the live stream on the WSU School of Music Facebook page.

Distinguished guest artists are 麻豆破解版-born Brett Valliant and Tate Addis, well-known for their virtuoso performances. A varied program includes works by Bach, Guilmant and Dupr茅 as well as "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and a grand finale on both the great Marcussen organ and the Steinway piano.


2021 Oscars Predictions

Join the KMUW for the 2021 Oscars Predictions

Who do you think will take home this year鈥檚 Oscar for Best Picture? Whether you want to stack your ballot with winners or find a new movie to queue up, come hear what the experts have to say at our live 2021 Oscars Predictions chat on April 21. The KMUW movie club is convening in advance of the 93rd Academy Awards ceremony on April 25 to talk favorites. Our expert film fans are:

  • Kylie Brown, director of tech and web for mama.film
  • Lela Meadow-Conner, founder of mama.film
  • Hugo Phan, KMUW digital assistant and Tallgrass Film Festival box office coordinator
  • Fletcher Powell, KMUW movie reviewer

Tune in for the live chat at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21 on KMUW鈥檚 Facebook page. Share your questions and predictions by commenting on the live video, and start preparing now by checking out Fletcher's movie reviews under the commentary tab at KMUW.org.

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