Transcript for Monday, December 16, 2024

Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Monday, December 16, 2024. There are 15 signs for today.

Philosophy 335, Theory of Knowledge for Spring 2025

Dr. Pat Bondy will be teaching this class on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m.to 10:45 a.m. CRN 26349. Some of the questions that will be explored in the PHIL 335 Theory of Knowledge class include: What is knowledge? When are beliefs well justified? In what ways are knowledge and truth valuable? How does knowledge transfer via testimony work? How should we respond to disagreement? What injustices are there that relate to our capacity to have and transmit knowledge? Lies and BS. What kinds are there? Can these pose a threat to our information economy?

Money for College

Submit your free application for federal student aid or FAFSA. New streamlined application process, user experience and expanded eligibility for federal student aid. Learn more at wichita.edu/FAFSA.

TRIO Student Support Services is accepting applications now for 2024-2025

Join TRIO Student Support Services. Limited spots open for the 2024-2025 year so apply now. We offer completely free support to our students through tutoring, advising, scholarships, textbook checkout, workshops, and more. You are eligible if you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident AND you're first-generation, income-eligible, and/or have a documented disability. Go to wichita.edu/sss to apply online. Mention this ad to receive a free 40 oz. Stanley-like tumbler or a smart watch when you're accepted to the program.

Join the International Student Union

Visit us at https://linktr.ee/isuwsu for membership, social media and our group chat.

Shocker Financial Wellness

Trouble with your finances? Invest in your future with us. For more information visit us at Jardine Hall, Room 203 or at our website at wichita.edu/shockerfinancial

Philosophy 215 Intro to Ethics of Big Data and AI

Philosophy 215, Intro to Ethics of Big Data and AI, will be offered this Spring. The class will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 p.m.to 1:45 p.m. This is an entry level course for non-professionals. Some of the topics covered will include: algorithmic bias, automated hiring, deep fakes, medical avatars, and privacy.

Grab a Unique Holiday Gift and Support Shocker Bowlers

Order a WuShock bowling ball as a holiday gift and support the student athletes of the men’s bowling program. They are available in 8, 10, 12, 14, 15 and 16 lb. options online or in-person at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes. All proceeds go towards the Shocker Men's Bowling Scholarship Fund. Happy holidays, Shockers.

Philosophy 355 and Honors 305J, Minds and Machines

Philosophy 355, Minds and Machines, will be offered this Spring. Minds and Machines is cross listed with the Honors College as HNRS 305J. This class will be on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:15p.m.. Some of the topics covered include: conceiving of intelligent machines, building intelligent machines, and recognizing other-than-human intelligence.

The Mortar Board Honor Society prepares for its next group of leaders

Applications are now open for the Wichita State University Mortar Board Honor Society! Accepted juniors and seniors can creative positive change on campus through scholarship, leadership and service. Becoming a member of Mortar Board comes with many benefits, including recognition for achievements and leadership abilities, development for the Wichita community and fellowship and scholarship opportunities. Don’t miss this chance make the most of your impact on campus. Apply by Friday, January 17th at wichita.edu/mortarboardapplication or reach out to our president at agholt@shockers.wichita.edu.

Philosophy 315/H Late Modern Philosophy

Philosophy 315, Late Modern Philosophy, will be offered this Spring. There is also an Honors section. This class will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Some of the topics covered will include: the Scientific Revolution, perception, human nature, and rationalism. Some of the philosophers covered will include: Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Emilie du Chatelet, and Immanuel Kant.

Nightmare on Elm Street Movie Night

Join SAC with the De-Stress fest movie night. A Nightmare on Elm Street 1984). Wednesday, December 4th in The CAC Theater at 7PM.

Buy or Sell Textbooks with Shocker Book Swap

Shockers, do you have textbooks that you don't need anymore? Are you looking for an inexpensive option for next semester's books? Check out the Shocker Book Swap. A student-to-student way to buy and sell textbooks. Check it out here: https://shockerstore.com/store1/postlist

Join the Digital Transformation

The National Institute for Aviation Research is hiring. Paid training for thinkers, doers, movers and Shockers. Jobs open to all majors, all students ages 16 and up, undergraduate or graduate students and U.S. Citizens, qualified foreign nationals. Pay starting out at $12-15/hour. Apply today at wichita.edu/niarappliedlearning

Two Philosophy Courses in AI

The Philosophy Department will be offering two courses in AI this Spring. The first course is PHIL 215, Intro to Ethics of Big Data and AI. Some topics include: mindreading implants, data scraping, and algorithmic bias. The second course is PHIL 355 Minds and Machines. Some topics include: conceiving of intelligent machinery, building intelligent machinery, and recognizing other-than-human intelligence. Minds and Machines is cross listed through the Honors College as HNRS 305J.

Interested in Greek Life?

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That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Monday, December 16, 2024.