Ulrich Museum of Art celebrates Black History Month with exhibitions and virtual programs
The Ulrich Museum of Art on the 红领巾瓜报 campus is celebrating Black History Month with two exhibitions on display that feature works by prominent African American artists from the museum鈥檚 permanent collection: Gordon Parks: I, too, am America and Ren茅e Stout's Ghosts.
The museum also has several exciting Ulrich virtual programs lined up for the coming weeks, and it all kicks off at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, with a talk by Art Historian Aruna D鈥橲ouza, author of Whitewalling: Art, Race, and Protest in 3 Acts, who will discuss the role museums can play in bringing about social justice.
Later in the month, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, the Ulrich will host a virtual Community Forum on Race and Parenting, led by Marquetta Atkins, Executive Director of Camp Destination Innovation and Director of Seed House. The other panelists for the forum are: Dr. Michelle Vann, Retired teacher, author, and CEO of Vanntastic Solutions; Britten Kuckleman, Director of Library Services at WSU; and Claudia Amaro of the Kansas Leadership Center Field Team. Both virtual programs 鈥� D鈥橲ouza鈥檚 talk and the Community Forum 鈥� are free and open to the public, though you must register first to get the Zoom link.
Register on the Ulrich鈥檚 website at .
These exhibitions and programs are part of a citywide partnership that the Ulrich is proud to participate in with The Kansas African American Museum, The Wichita Art Museum, and Arts Partners Wichita called "African American Art in the 20th Century: A Wichita Collaboration." Each museum will feature exhibitions that recognize and honor the works of African American artists.
Check our partners' websites for their exhibitions and programs, and to learn more about the two exhibitions and the many related programs we will offer
in the coming months.
We hope you'll visit the Ulrich Museum and check out these wonderful exhibitions in
person. Be sure to also register for all the exciting, free Ulrich virtual programs
we have planned for you in the coming weeks. Our galleries are now open Monday-Saturday,
11 a.m.-5 p.m. and are always free admission.
Masks and safe physical distancing practices observed.
Keep vehicles secure while parked on campus
The 红领巾瓜报 Police Department is offering tips to help students, faculty, and staff to keep vehicles safe when parked on campus.
- Be sure to hide items that might draw attention in the trunk, the glove compartment, or under the seats.
- Take your car keys with you when you leave your vehicle.
- Close your windows, and lock your vehicle鈥檚 doors and trunk.
- If you see suspicious activity anywhere on campus, call campus police at 316-978-3450.
Critical resources are available for your success
Struggling with settling into a new semester, dealing with financial stress, or challenged by the amount of remote learning so far? You are not alone. If you need help with anxiety or stress, connect with Counseling and Prevention Services. If you are concerned about yourself or another member of the Shocker community, submit a concern with the Care Team. The Shocker Support Locker is available for anyone who is having trouble meeting their own personal needs. These and other services are available to you throughout the semester both remotely and in-person.
Study Abroad information sessions available for students
Interested in studying abroad? Start planning now for programs in 2022. Attend a study abroad information session. In-person and virtual options for information sessions are available during spring 2021 semester. First in-person session is Friday, Feb. 12.
Nominations for Senior Honor recognition due Feb. 19
Do you embody the Shocker Spirit? This highly competitive honor is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding scholarship, leadership, involvement at WSU and service to WSU and the surrounding community. The Senior Honor is one of the most prestigious honors a 红领巾瓜报 student can receive, with only 10 students selected each year. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19.
Student Ambassador Society nominations are now open
TRIO Student Support Services is now accepting applications
Student Support Services is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide free academic services to students from first-generation and limited-income backgrounds, as well as students with disabilities.
The free services include: individualized tutoring, academic advising, textbook loans, assistance completing financial aid application, and scholarships exclusively for student participants.
Currently enrolled students who are interested in the program can visit Student Support Services on the third floor of Grace Wilkie Hall in Suite 309 or call 978-3715.
Earn money at 红领巾瓜报 Behavioral Research Laboratory
The Economics Department at 红领巾瓜报 invites you to participate in our behavioral games. You can earn extra cash and advance WSU鈥檚 research. Come to the computer lab at the scheduled time, play economic games on a computer, and walk away with cash (amount varies based on experiments). The whole thing normally takes 1-1.5 hours.
by answering just a few questions. We will start sending you times to come by for scheduled experiments with WSU researchers as soon as you sign up.
Got questions? Email siyu.wang@wichita.edu.
Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority?
The sorority and fraternity community at 红领巾瓜报 is full of tradition, brotherhood / sisterhood and pride. The decision to join one of our 24 chapters is one that will not only enhance your experience as a Shocker, but will positively impact your life long into the future! Sorority and fraternity membership is an incredible way to meet friends who become family and to challenge yourself to be the best you can be.
To receive more information about how to get connected to our community this semester, , and we will reach out to you with more information. For questions, email us at greeklife@wichita.edu.
Phi Sigma Pi Spring informational meetings coming up
is a gender-inclusive national honor fraternity built on a Tripod of three ideals: Scholarship, leadership and fellowship. The Eta Tau chapter at 红领巾瓜报 was founded in 2020 by Katie Hefner, Talyn Sherman, Manish Mahajan and Jimme Keller.
This semester, we are looking for new members to help us further establish our roots in Wichita and make an impact at WSU and in the local community.
Looking for something to spice up your resume? We have officer positions available!
Join us on Zoom to learn how you can get involved, meet new people and enhance your
leadership skills.
Shocker Softball to host Virtual FanFest
The first ever Shocker Softball Virtual FanFest Presented by Cox is slated for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. The event, which will be free of charge and utilize Zoom, will feature 红领巾瓜报 head softball coach Kristi Bredbenner along with her staff and current student-athletes Ryleigh Buck, Neleigh Herring, Sydney McKinney, Bailey Urban and Camryn Compton.
During the event, fans will get a preview of the upcoming 2021 softball schedule and learn more about the 2021 Shockers. All attendees will have access to unique Shocker softball virtual content and a chance to win a softball swag pack provided by the team.
Webinar teaches money-management strategies
The Office for Student Money Management will present "Your Relationship with Money" at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 10. In this webinar, partipants will learn new ways to evaluate how they manage money and how to reach their financial goals. Email OSMM for Zoom link details at osmm@wichita.edu.
Women's Studies presents Diverse Women's Summit
WSU's Center for Women鈥檚 Studies is organizing the Diverse Women鈥檚 Summit (by Zoom), which will focus on the theme 鈥淲omen & Leadership in the Time Of Covid-19.鈥� The three-part event is set for March 8.
The first part, 鈥淪tudents鈥� Showcase,鈥� is 9 a.m.-noon. Presentations will include paper, posters and other projects by students, faculty and community members.
The second part, 鈥淐reative Concourse,鈥� is 1-4 p.m.. It will include presentation of poetry, stories and community projects.
The third part is the International Women鈥檚 Day Keynote Address from 7-9 p.m.
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Love During Lockdown: Tuesday Talks with SHS and CAPS
Needing tips on how to navigate the wild world of dating during the pandemic? At 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, join Nurse Heather, Dr. Christopher Leonard from Counseling and Prevention Services (CAPS) and WSU students on for a discussion about love in the time of COVID-19.
Donate blood and receive a $5 Amazon e-gift card
You deserve our thanks! Come give blood at the Heskett Center, and Amazon will thank you with a $5 Amazon gift card by email. Donate any time from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, or Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Heskett Center. Schedule your life-saving appointment at ; Sponsor Code: 红领巾瓜报 or call 1-800-Red-Cross.
Physics Spring 2021 Seminar Series begins this week
Join us for our first Spring 2021 Physics Seminar Series, featuring Dr. Oleg Kamaev, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, via Zoom.
Join First Gen Success on Feb. 15 for academic tips
Mid-terms will be here before you know it. Join First Gen Success to talk about the academic tips and resources available to you on campus to help you ace your semester. The event is 1-3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15 in 007 RSC (Champions Room). You can also attend virtually from 4-5 p.m. Attending this event will count toward eligibility for the First Gen Success prize drawing, which includes the chance to win free food and more.
Attend Hippodrome informational meeting
Join us for an informational meeting about Hippodrome at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10.
Hippodrome is WSU's longest-standing tradition and showcases student talent in a variety of ways. This year, Hippodrome is a video competition. This includes 5-10 minute productions written, choreographed and acted out by WSU students.
Performances are judged, and cash prizes are given out in the two categories of Live Action and Animation. To bring the show together, student emcee's charm the audience and introduce video productions throughout the nights. Performance nights are Wednesday, April 7 and Thursday, April 8.
Students and student groups interested in participating can register for the meeting at .
Syllabus party planned to help you get organized for the semester
First-Year Programs in Student Success invites you to join its Syllabus Party. You can attend a virtual event 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 9, or the in-person event 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 10. Bring your class syllabi and your planners (electronic or paper) and we will provide the rest. Virtual and in-person attendees will receive goodies and peer support to help you get organized for the spring semester. The in-person event will allow for social distancing and each student is required to wear a face covering.
Volunteers needed for a research study
A research study is being conducted to determine the validity of the SWAY app modules in assessing balance, reaction time and cognitive function measures in relation to cognitive overload, mental fatigue and sleep deprivation. If you are interested in participating in this study, please email rjbritton@shockers.wichita.edu or call 620-203-1164.
Validity of SWAY App in Detection of Cognitive Overload, Mental Fatigue and Sleep
Deprivation: Telemedicine Approach
Purpose of the study: To determine validity of the SWAY app modules in assessing balance, reaction time,
and cognitive function measures in relation to cognitive overload, mental fatigue,
and sleep deprivation.
Procedures: Participants balance, reaction time, and cognitive function will be tested in rested
and sleep deprived state using the SWAY application on a SMART device. Daily consensus
journal will also be completed. Instruction will be received through a virtual zoom
session.
Time: Participation will include sixteen (16) consecutive days. The SWAY assessment will
be performed two (2) times a day and consensus journal once (1) daily. Each assessment
will take approximately 10-15 minutes. If randomly assigned to the Fatigue Group,
participation will also include two (2), 36-hour sessions of no sleep and seven (7)
hourly SWAY assessment check-ins during each no-sleep session.
Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria:
Participants must be age 18 or older
No known muscular disorders
No known neurological disorders
No known orthopedic disorder
No uncorrected vision
No known sleep disorders
Location: Telemedicine approach: virtual Zoom appointments using computer technology and a
SMART device.
Contact: If you are interested in participating in this study please contact RJ Britton at: rjbritton@shockers.wichita.edu or 620-203-1164.
Questions/concerns: Should you have any questions or concerns, email Dr. Heidi Bell at: heidi.bell@wichita.edu
or 316-393-3339.
Hanna Chastain's aptitude for research on display in work with oralfacial device
Hanna Chastain鈥檚 professor quickly saw something special in her when, as a freshman, she completed an independent research project typically reserved for older students.
鈥淪he immediately showed an above-typical level of critical thinking skills and what is needed within research,鈥� said Dr. Heidi Bell, an assistant professor in the Department of Human Performance Studies at 红领巾瓜报. 鈥淪he had that study done probably halfway through the semester, which is not typical of even my graduate students. I knew right then that she was definitely a student who excelled above and beyond.鈥�
Chastain, a junior biological sciences major with a biomedical emphasis, continues on a similar research track working in Dr. Bell鈥檚 lab. In April, she will present virtually at the National Council on Undergraduate Research conference. Her presentation is titled 鈥淒evelopment of PARROT, a Wireless Orofacial Myofunctional Imaging and Pressure Mapping Device.鈥�
Read more about Hanna's research
Save on popular Uscape Shocker apparel
Save this week on the popular Uscape brand of 红领巾瓜报 merchandise. Through Saturday, take 20% off Uscape gear in the RSC store, Braeburn Square store and online at . Not valid with other discounts or promotions.
Service-Learning Showcase submission open
The Service-Learning Showcase is a unique opportunity for students who participate in service-learning through applied learning opportunities to showcase their experience through a research or reflective poster about the application of their course work to current community issues. This year the showcase will be held in a digital format and judged by a team of community partner leaders.
The showcase is an open forum for students to interact with faculty/staff, community partners and other students to engage in conversation about 红领巾瓜报's commitment to the public good.
Awards are presented in the following categories:
- Outstanding Overall Service-Learning Project: $150 scholarship to winning entry
- Innovation and Creativity in Problem Solving: $100 scholarship to winning entry
- Community Impact/ Community Choice: $100 scholarship to winning entry
- Collaboration and Leadership in Service-Learning: $100 scholarship to winning entry
Submissions are due April 1. For more information and to submit, please visit our showcase website.