Isabella Winter enjoyed earning her undergraduate degree so much that she came back and earned her graduate degree in engineering management. Her advice to other students is "step out of your comfort zone and talk to people in your classes."
Isabella is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2025 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what's next for the grad.
Major
Master of engineering management
Hometown
Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
High school
El Dorado High School
Previous degrees
- Associate of Science from Butler Community College (2021)
- Bachelor of Science in product design and manufacturing engineering from Wichita State (2023)
What made you choose Wichita State University?
I chose Wichita State University for its strong engineering program, the well-equipped and welcoming campus, and the many opportunities it offers for hands-on, applied learning.
What applied learning experiences did you participate in during your time here?
While at Wichita State, I had the chance to work for National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR). It was a great way to apply what I had learned in class to real projects and gain experience in the field.
What advice would you give other Wichita State students?
Step out of your comfort zone and talk to people in your classes and around campus. Everyone’s learning, so don’t be afraid to ask questions. Also, take full advantage of the student services WSU offers. The staff and faculty are incredibly supportive and always willing to help.
What's next for this grad?
After graduation, I plan to continue growing professionally and keep learning, whether through new experiences, continued education or other opportunities that challenge me. I also plan on traveling!
About Wichita State University
Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling more than 25,000 students between its main campus and the WSU Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech), including students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries. Wichita State and WSU Tech are recognized for being student-centered and innovation-driven.
Located in the largest city in the state with one of the highest concentrations in the United States of jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), Wichita State University provides uniquely distinctive and innovative pathways of applied learning, applied research and career opportunities for all of our students. The National Science Foundation ranked WSU No. 1 in the nation for aerospace engineering R&D, No. 2 for industry-funded engineering R&D and No. 8 overall for engineering R&D.
The Innovation Campus, which is a physical extension of the Wichita State University main campus, is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing research/innovation parks, encompassing over 120 acres and is home to a number of global companies and organizations.
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