September 03, 2021

The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

By Cali Keith

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Events & Deadlines

Diversity Week September 13-17 with QR code

Mark Your Calendar for Diversity Week

The Student Government Association, in partnership with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, will be hosting the first annual Diversity Week from September 13-17. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to join them for a week full of events. The goal is to start and continue conversations about the various groups on campus surrounding race, gender, sexuality, social economic status, disability, and political ideologies as a way to bring diversity-based education to campus. Click here for the schedule of events.

Two Weeks Left to Apply for the Student Fee Scholarship

The Honors Student Council has instituted a scholarship fund to alleviate any financial burden placed on students by the Honors Student Fee. The application contains a 250 word essay. Applications are evaluated by the Honors Student Council. If selected, this scholarship will cover half of the applicant's $50 Honors Student Fee for the Fall 2021 semester. Preference will be given to applicants who do not receive the Honors Merit Scholarship. Applicants will need to reapply every semester.

. Applications are due Friday, September 17.

Participate in the 1st Annual Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Research Showcase

The 1st Annual Chemistry and Biochemistry Undergraduate Research Showcase will take place on Wednesday, November 10, from 12 - 6 p.m. It is a wonderful opportunity for undergraduate student researchers at WSU to showcase their research. Whether they are just beginning research towards a specific scientific goal or a more advanced student, any undergraduate student participating in research from the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related programs is able to apply. Undergraduate students wishing to participate must submit an abstract by October 15 at 5 p.m. .

Please join us for what will be a very exciting, inspiring, and enriching afternoon as we celebrate our outstanding undergraduate student researchers! Questions about the event should be directed to
Jim Bann, Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, at 316-978-7373 or jim.bann@wichita.edu.

Volunteer Opportunity at The Lord鈥檚 Diner

Join the Community Service Board and serve free meals at The Lord鈥檚 Diner. Volunteers are needed 5 - 8 p.m. on the following Wednesdays: September 8, September 22, October 13, October 27, and November 10. .

Graphic featuring text 'Image Alt Text Think group is right for you? Speak to your counselor or call 316-978-4792 to set up a consultation. To help protect you this fall, all groups will be made available online. Understanding Self and Others, Mondays 2 pm - 3 pm starting Sept. 13th, Tuesdays 11 am - 12 pm starting Sept. 7th, Thursdays 2 pm - 3 pm starting Sept. 16th, Fridays 1 pm - 2 pm starting Sept. 10th, Healing from Trauma Support Group, Wednesdays 3 pm - 4 pm starting Sept. 1st, RSVP by emailing meredith@wichitasac.com, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Wednesdays 3 pm - 4 pm starting Sept. 1st, Fridays 3 pm - 4:30 pm starting Oct. 1st, Grief Support Group, Fridays 2 pm - 3 pm Aug. 27th, Contact ashlyn.riley@wichita.edu for more information. #WSUWeSupportU Counseling and Prevention Services.'

Group Therapy Offered This Semester

To find out if group therapy can benefit you, reach out to 红领巾瓜报鈥檚 Counseling and Prevention Services at 316-978-4792 to set up a consultation. Any student is welcome to attend the group therapy sessions above via Zoom.

Department of Defense SMART Scholarship Now Open

Have you heard of the Department of Defense's Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program? SMART is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students. SMART scholars receive full tuition and annual stipends, conduct internships, and are guaranteed full-time employment with the Department of Defense after graduation. The application is open now through December 1st. !

News & Information

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Facebook: @wichitahonors

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Do You Have Questions about Honors?

Email honors@wichita.edu at any time or stop by Shocker Hall during 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. office hours to:

- Make an appointment with Honors academic advisor Jessi Raburn
- Ask scholarship coordinator Erin LeBegue a question about the Cohen Enhancement Scholarship or other Honors scholarships, or
- Meet our new Assistant Teaching Professor and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dr. Kevin Sylvester Harrison.

The Honors student lounge, kitchen, and printing areas in Shocker Hall are open 24/7 by keycard access for all Honors students. Talk to the Honors Student Assistant at the desk or email honorsassistant@wichita.edu if you have any trouble.

We want to hear from you! .