WSU Division of Military, Veterans and First Responders

WSU Division of Military, Veterans and First Responders updated their website address.

After much thought and consideration, we have made a difficult decision to postpone the 4th annual DiverseCity Showcase, originally taking place from April 13-18, 2020.

We are taking the advice of the CDC to practice social distancing due to COVID-19. Wichita State University and Wichita State University Student Health Services are closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak. The health and safety of our students, faculty, staff and community members is our highest priority.

We look forward to hosting this event in the fall.

SAVE THE DATE!

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 4th annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 13-18, 2020. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual/group projects, events, mixed media, photography or artwork.

Any events submitted will be scheduled throughout DiverseCity Week. Any diversity-related entries and displays will only be exhibited during the DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2020 in Rhatigan Student Center 233.

Deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

For more information and to submit your entries, go to wichita.edu/diversecity!

SAVE THE DATE!

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 4th annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 13-18, 2020. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

Call for Submissions
All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual/group projects, events, mixed media, photography or artwork.

Any events submitted will be scheduled throughout DiverseCity Week. Any diversity-related entries and displays will only be exhibited during the DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2020 in Rhatigan Student Center 233.

Deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

Submit your entries at https://wichitastate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cvaphq1bUWy52aV

Go to wichita.edu/diversecity for more information.

Congratulations!

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Congratulations

The type of work we do at the PPMC varies widely, but this team's dedication to advancing public good never wavers. We are so grateful to play a role in connecting Wichita State University with members of the surrounding communities through the program.
A huge thank you to Kansas Health Foundation for the grant that has made this all possible. Additionally we are so grateful for tremendous support and participation by HealthCore Clinic, WSU Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, ROTC, and the many individuals who volunteered their time, energy and skills to make this event a success.

Army ROTC Signing Declaration

1:30-2:30 p.m. | Thursday, April 18 | Experiential Engineering Building Lobby

Hosted by Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)

Join Wichita State University in welcoming Army ROTC back to campus! The Army ROTC Signing Declaration will have remarks provided by WSU's Interim President, Andy Tompkins, Provost Rick Muma, Marche Fleming-Randle, Major General Lee Tafanelli and Lance Hilton. Light refreshments will be served.

A Showcase of Diversity in Shocker Nation!

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 15-20, 2019. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

For more information, go to wichita.edu/diversecity.

We have a variety of events for our DiverseCity Week!

Make sure to stop by and show your support as some of our departments and organizations showcase their diversity work!

A Showcase of Diversity in Shocker Nation!

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 15-20, 2019. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

On behalf of the President's Diversity Council, Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle, vice president for Diversity and Community Engagement, will provide remarks to kick-off the start of DiverseCity. We encourage you to stop by and view all of the work and showcases from the submissions that highlight successes related to diversity.

DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday, April 15, 2019
Rhatigan Student Center 233

For more information, go to wichita.edu/diversecity.

3rd Annual DiverseCity - President's Diversity Council The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity. This week-long event gives Shocker Nation a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations in the campus community that were made possible through diversity.

We updated our event list! Check out our upcoming events for our 3rd annual DiverseCity Week!

We have a slew of events from Coffee and Conversations, Crucial Conversations, Army ROTC Signing Declaration and WSU Hispanic American Leadership Organization - HALO's Miss Latina WSU 2019 Scholarship Pageant!

Event List: https://www.wichita.edu/administration/president/dice/diversitycouncil/events/diversecity/event-list.php

3rd Annual DiverseCity - President's Diversity Council

Join discussion of WSU Reads book on April 18 as a part of DiverseCity Week!

Come join fellow Shockers in a discussion about this year’s WSU Reads book, Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, April 18, on the first floor, RSC. We will have coffee and tea to sip on as the conversations stem from experiences reading the book or simply about your experiences relating to the themes of the book.

Check out the book before you come and make sure to watch Bryan Stevenson’s speech during Academic Convocation on Sept. 20.

Come share your story, any questions please contact Student Success: First-Year Programs at 978-5420 or Caitlin Putnal at [email protected].

Wichita State University First-Year Programs
Wichita State University Office of Student Success

A Showcase of Diversity in Shocker Nation!

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 15-20, 2019. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

Join us for the DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, April 15 in Wichita State University - Rhatigan Student Center 233 as Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle, vice president for Diversity and Community Engagement, will provide remarks to kick-off the start of DiverseCity. We encourage you to stop by and view all of the work and showcases from the submissions that highlight successes related to diversity.

For more information and a list of events, go to wichita.edu/diversecity.

The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 15-20, 2019. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

Go to wichita.edu/diversecity for more information.

Call for Submissions for the 3rd annual DiverseCity!

All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual/group projects, events, mixed media, photography or artwork.

Any events submitted will be scheduled throughout DiverseCity Week. Any diversity-related entries and displays will only be exhibited during the DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2019 in Rhatigan Student Center 233. Go to wichita.edu/diversecity to submit your entry today!

We have extended the deadline for submission to be 5 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019.

A Showcase of Diversity in Shocker Nation!
The President's Diversity Council is proud to announce the 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity, taking place between April 15-20, 2019. This week-long event gives Wichita State University a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations that were made possible through diversity.

All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual/group projects, events, mixed media, photography or artwork.

Any events submitted will be scheduled throughout DiverseCity Week. Any diversity-related entries and displays will only be exhibited during the DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2019 in Rhatigan Student Center 233.

Deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019.

Go to http://wichita.edu/diversecity for more information!

Our division is deeply saddened of the loss of our leader, Wichita State University President John Bardo. We appreciate his leadership and his contributions he made to Wichita State University.

Wichita State University President John Bardo dies March 12, 2019 -- John W. Bardo, president of Wichita State University, died March 12, 2019. He was 70 years old.

Serving on SGA is not just working on behalf the students, it is also working for the students; at the highest levels of the University. Let's learn why SGA is important to Wichita State University from a few senior University Leadership

Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle, Vice President for the WSU Division of Diversity and Community Engagement

The time is now to declare your candidacy for Student Body President, Student Body Vice President or Student Senator. To learn more, please visit www.wichita.edu/sgaelections

JOB OPPORTUNITY!
We are recruiting a new Military and Veteran’s Services Benefits Coordinator to serve as the lead School Certifying Official for VA Educational Benefits located in the Military and Veteran’s Student Center.

Apply today! https://jobs.wichita.edu/postings/14713

Military and Veteran's Services Benefits Coordinator The Military and Veteran’s Benefits Coordinator evaluates, verifies and certifies documentation for Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) education benefits, and maintains compliance with all VA/DOD and State Approving Agency (SAA) policies as they relate to military e...

On behalf of the President’s Diversity Council, we are proud to announce our 3rd annual diversity showcase, DiverseCity from Monday-Friday, April 15-19, 2019. This week-long event gives Shocker Nation a glance of the successes from individuals, departments and organizations in the campus community that were made possible through diversity. Throughout the week, we encourage you to stop by and support the various events being hosted. This is a great way to get involved at Wichita State University and celebrate the various kinds of diversity we have to offer. A list of events will be available during DiverseCity.

DiverseCity Showcase Kick-off
Wichita State University President John Bardo and Marché Fleming-Randle, vice president for Diversity and Community Engagement, will provide remarks to kick-off the start of DiverseCity. We encourage you to stop by and view all of the work from the submissions that highlight successes related to diversity. The showcase kick-off takes from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, April 15, in Wichita State University - Rhatigan Student Center 233.

Call for submissions!
All students, faculty, staff, student organizations and departments are invited to submit entries that are examples of diversity or highlight successes related to diversity. We are looking for all kinds of diversity entries from individual / group projects, workshops, events, mixed media, photography or artwork. The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2019.

For more information and to submit your entry, go to wichita.edu/diversecity.

Good morning Shockers!

David Parks will be presenting in the Dealing with Diversity course today from 12:30-1:45 p.m. in Lindquist Hall 100. He will be talking about current and relevant diversity issues that are happening in society today.

In addition, he will be available for a meet and greet at 2 p.m. in the Captain Riley Leroy Pitts Military and Veteran Student Center, located in Grace Wilkie 105.

The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement at Wichita State University, proudly welcomes retired Lt. Colonel Larry Burks as the new director of Military and Veteran Services.

With 20 years of military experience, Burks has demonstrated a passion for serving active military and retired families and he has a keen understanding of their needs. Burks has experience working with students of all ages and has been a mentor to many young people throughout the community. He is widely respected throughout the Wichita community and his connections to the greater community would be an asset in growing WSU's programs for military and veteran families. He will serve as the University champion for these students and their dependents.

In addition, he will also serve as the liaison for military and veteran services with community partners. Burks will report to the vice president for Diversity and Community Engagement and his appointment begins Monday, October 8.

WSU receives $813,000 grant to boost minority STEM enrollment Wichita State has received a $813,000 grant to boost enrollment and retention of minority students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, a news release said. The grant is part…

One Wichita State University Student Veteran, Ciaban Peterson, who has been actively advocating for veterans on campus was accepted into Student Veterans of America’s Leadership Institute in Washington DC, September 20-23. This is an honor that is extended to only 100 student veterans each year who are elected SVA Chapter Officers. These students are selected from some of the best performing schools across America.

Ciaban Peterson is a Senior at WSU studying Management Information Systems. He is a Marine (Veteran) and served from 2010-2015 and was deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom.
SVA's Leadership Institute is sponsored by Prudential and is the premier foundational leadership experience in the country for student veterans. It brings together the nation’s high-achieving Chapter Leaders for a multi-day, values based, leadership immersion program.
The concept behind the Leadership Institute is that long-term leadership success comes from an intimate knowledge of one’s core values and how they inform one’s leadership ethos. Attendees are mentored through this experience by some of the nation’s top leaders, business minds, and veterans’ advocates.

Thank you to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for inviting the division to your Fred D. Middleton Scholarship Golf Tournament! We are glad to sponsoring a hole at your tournament!