MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2017 • VOL. 122, ISS. 17
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Phi Delta Theta internal investigation looked at hazing, sexual misconduct BY ANDREW LINNABARY
A press release from Phi Delta Theta International says their initial investigation “did not support claims of sexual misconduct or acts of organized chapter hazing.” Phi Delta Theta is under temporary suspension and investigation by Student Conduct and Community Standards for multiple allegations of misconduct.
The sexual misconduct allegations stem from a 2016 off-campus Hawaiian-themed party hosted by Phi Delta Theta. A statement from Mandy Hambleton, deputy Title IX coordinator for students, described multiple female Greeks experiencing “non-consensual sexual behavior” during the 2016 Luau. The statement was sent to sorority leaders the week after this
year’s Luau. Wichita State’s Sexual Misconduct, Relationship Violence, and Stalking Policy for Students define sexual misconduct as “unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that is committed without consent between people regardless of sex or gender. Sexual misconduct can include both intentional conduct and conduct that results in negative effects, even if those negative effects
were unintended.” Phi Delta Theta officials have been working with local authorities, university officials, and local alumni officers to “further understand the situation,” the press release said. The fraternity headquarters said they will revisit the findings of the university investigation once it has concluded “to take any final action.” “As a values-based organization we remain committed to the health
and safety of our members and guests,” the press release said. “Anyone who is found to have violated those values or the organization’s policies will be held accountable.” While on suspension, members of the fraternity are prohibited from engaging in any form of chapter operations or fraternity-related involvement on or off campus, including Shocktoberfest and Songfest.
Proposal creates path to promotion for non-tenure-eligible faculty BY JENNA FARHAT
A proposal to create a path for promotion for non-tenure-eligible faculty, such as lecturers and instructors, is underway. “These people have been here…many of them, for years, but they’ve never had any kind of path for promotion,” Carolyn Shaw, president of the Faculty Senate, said. Shaw said 150 non-tenure-eligible faculty members have not had the same opportunities as their tenure-eligible counterparts. “It’s a question of equity,” Shaw said. The proposal would qualify non-tenure-eligible faculty for promotion after being employed for five years. The proposal is expected to
come before the Faculty Senate early November, Shaw said. Shaw said faculty salaries are a top priority for President John Bardo. “Bardo is very excited about this,” Shaw said. She said she anticipates Bardo and his executive team “will look at this very quickly and approve it.” Shaw said the Faculty Senate expanded last year by affording all full-time teaching faculty the opportunity to participate in senate, as opposed to tenure-track faculty only. “That was the first step,” Shaw said. “We have approximately 500 faculty now,” Shaw said. She said that, before the move, only those eligible for tenure were considered faculty.
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University police are investigating charges related to the Oct. 18 arrest of Wichita State student James Dayvault. He was arrested after police said they found him in possession of photos taken under people’s skirts.
Student allegedly found with upskirt photos, arrested on six felony counts
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when he was arrested on six felony counts Wednesday. ames Dayvault, a Police have not identified senior and music victims from the footage. education major WSU Police Detective Jeff at Wichita State, Rider said photos were taken was allegedly found in of four women in Ablah possession of photos and Library, McKnight Art Center, DAYVAULT videos taken under womDuerksen Fine Arts Center, en’s skirts, which Wichita and possibly Jabara Hall. State Police believe were Dayvault was arrested on taken on campus sometime in the charges of exploitation of a child last two years. under 16, lewd and lascivious Police said the photos and videos behavior, and four counts of breach were found on Dayvault’s cellphone of privacy, according to Sedgwick BY JENNA FARHAT
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Members of faculty senate discuss policy earlier this month. Faculty senate will discuss investigative leave and separation of employment Monday.
Faculty senate to discuss policy changes Faculty senate is expected to discuss the addition of two changes to university policies and procedures Monday. These policy changes will not be approved by the senate, but its input will be considered by Human Resources and the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity. The senate can choose to endorse or not endorse the changes. INVESTIGATIVE LEAVE
Proposed policy statement: “The University strives to provide a professional work and learning environment free from behaviors and/or actions that violate University policy, rules and/or employment expectations.” Purpose: “Provide guidance for situations that require removing an employee from the workplace while conducting internal fact-finding investigations of alleged behaviors and/or actions that may violate Wichita State University policy, rules and/or employment expectations. The processes involving allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, relationship violence, stalking, and/or discrimination are
addressed in separate policies.” SEPARATION OF EMPLOYMENT
Proposed policy statement: “Employment with the University is on an ‘At-Will’ basis. This means that either the Employee or the University may end the employment relationship at any time for any lawful reason, with or without case.” Purpose: “Provide structure, consistency, and accountability for Voluntary and Involuntary separations of employment.” GUESTS
Teri Hall, vice president for student affairs Heidi Rodrick, assistant director of student success Rick Muma, Senior Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Strategic Enrollment ManagementSenior Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management Dennis Livesay, graduate school dean IF YOU GO
3:30 to 5 p.m., Mon., Oct. 22 Clinton Hall 126
County Sheriff’s Office booking records. University police do not believe these alleged acts occurred on campus. His bond was set at $75,000. Rider has asked that women who believe they may be victims to take pictures of dresses and skirts they wore on campus in the past two years so police can match them to those found on the cellphone. If you have information about the alleged acts or believe you may have been a victim, contact Rider at 316978-3450 or jeffery.rider@wichita.edu.
West Campus director starts own brewery BY DILLON CULLINAN
If the American dream is dead, don’t tell Augustine Iacopelli. Iacopelli, director of the WSU West campus, is an old hat when it comes to beer. Now he’s in the process of opening his own brewery. "Brewing has been a hobby of mine for nearly 20 years now and I've provided assistance to other local craft breweries and the home brewing community over the past two decades in the Wichita area,” Iacopelli said. Between his administrative position at Wichita State, the online course he teaches, and opening a small business, it seems like Iacopelli should have his hands full. But the sign outside of Augustino Brewing Company keeps a fresh stream of light-hearted banter. The Twitter and Facebook accounts of his business are riddled with pictures of dining room pieces being installed and kitchen equipment
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Augustine Iacopelli, director of the WSU West campus, is opening a brewery located at Central and Tyler. Augustino Brewing will serve beer, food, and coffee.
beginning to fill up the space of the brewery. Iacopelli says his time at WSU has been invaluable. "The lessons and skills I learned while earning my Master of Business degree at Wichita State have been critical to my success and have also allowed me to
IF YOU GO WHERE: 756 N. Tyler Rd.
WHAT: WSU West Campus
Director Augustine Iacopelli is opening a brewery.
WHEN: Augustino’s is
expected to open by Nov. 15.
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Next year’s SGA will be required to complete diversity training.
Debating duo makes elimination round.
Shocker Volleyball defeated East Carolina to move to 10-0 in conference play.
Ken Pomeroy, expert statistician, ranked Men’s bball above Kansas University.
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CULTURE • PAGE 3
SPORTS • PAGE 4
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