Dear Colleagues,
This week we had the opportunity to celebrate Veterans Day and honor those who have served our country. As a university that serves a significant number of military-connected students and their dependents, it is important that we do all that we can to support these students and recognize both their unique perspectives and challenges.
This morning, Ohio’s first Veteran Business Outreach Center will celebrate its grand opening in the Millet Hall Atrium. This center is powered by the U.S. Small Business Administration and is a great chance to connect with Ohio’s Economic and Community Development Institute and Wright State University staff. This center connects Ohio veterans and military families to valuable resources. I hope you can visit the center and learn more about this important resource.
The Veteran and Military Center will also celebrate its 10th birthday today! I encourage you to stop by the center today during its open house between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. in 131 Allyn Hall.
Events
- The seventh annual Runkle Woods Symposium takes place Friday, November 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. in 163 Discovery Room in the Student Union. The Woods Symposium is an annual event where faculty, staff, and students from the College of Science and Mathematics and the College of Liberal Arts share their research and artistic creations inspired by the campus woods. This event was named after James Runkle, professor emeritus and longtime woods researcher.
- The College of Science and Mathematics will host the Festival of Research on Friday, November 22, in the Student Union Apollo and Endeavour Rooms. The Festival of Research is a day-long event that provides opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students and postdocs to explore research, scholarship, and careers. Students will present their research to peers, staff, and a panel of judges through either posters or an oral presentation. The event is sponsored by Leidos Inc.
- Friday, November 15, is the last day to purchase discounted tickets for the Stars, Stripes, Flight Classic, featuring the Wright State men’s basketball team and the Air Force Academy Falcons at the Nutter Center on November 30. All Wright State employees can purchase tickets at a 50% discount at am.ticketmaster.com/wrightstate/buy.
Faculty Resources and Workshops
- The Center for Faculty Excellence is pleased to bring weekly tips to your inbox through Monday Morning Mentors. These are quick video presentations with additional materials provided. The presentation and supplemental material for “How to Ensure Students Are Prepared for Class” are available through November 17. To access the presentation, use “prepared276” as the password.
- Closing the Loop on Course Assessment: At the beginning of the term, assessment plans were created for each course. Now that the term is wrapping up, it is time to collect, report, and analyze the data. This workshop will walk through these processes to close the loop on course assessment for the term. Participants will learn how to report and/or collect data in the Planning and Self-Study system, receive tips on analyzing assessment results, and identify data-informed opportunities to improve student success.
Tuesday, November 26, 2:30-3:25 p.m., in-person
Friday, December 6, 11:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m., virtual (Webex link will be sent upon registration)
Thursday, December 12, 12:30-1:25 p.m., in-person
Register
Register for Fall Commencement
Commencement is an event that marks a significant moment in the lives of our students and their families. The granting of a degree and the admission to the “rights and privileges” associated with a given degree are extraordinarily important events for those receiving degrees.
The presence of faculty is especially important for the graduates and their families. All faculty should prioritize their attendance and bargaining unit faculty are reminded of their responsibility under Article 7.4.8.
All faculty are encouraged to attend one or both fall commencement ceremonies in the Wright State Nutter Center. Registration is required and is open now through November 27. Register online.
Graduate Ceremony: Friday, December 13, 7:00 p.m.
Undergraduate Ceremony: Saturday, December 14, 10:00 a.m.
Research and Sponsored Programs
The Hanover Research Grant Writing Workshop recordings are now available on the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs website. Your campus username and password are required to access the videos and presentations.
Mental Health First Aid Training – Requirement Reminder
Full-time employees are required to participate in mental health first aid training. This important training will equip you with skills to support others facing mental health or substance use challenges. The course is designed to teach you how to assist others in need.
Virtual and in-person sessions are offered over a variety of dates and times. Classes are facilitated by Montgomery County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services or Wright State University trainers and run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., including breaks and a lunch break. Upon completion, your training is valid for three years.
If you have any questions, contact mhfa@wright.edu. Thank you for your commitment to fostering a supportive environment at Wright State! We look forward to seeing you in training.
When a Student Needs Support
Wright.edu/help is a great resource for helping students or making referrals. This site contains contact information for emergency or essential departments that can assist your students all in one location.
I hope you all have a wonderful week! You are appreciated!
Amy Thompson, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
