Shocker Proud

We are honored to recognize the accomplishments of our students. It takes a tremendous amount of effort to balance your academic pursuits with your daily responsibilities. We think it's essential to acknowledge and celebrate both small and significant achievements.

OAL Student Spotlights

Featured OAL Students

Meet Mason

Mason, a 35-year-old father of two, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He transitioned from arborist to aircraft manufacturing to support his family, but his love for nature led him back to biology. Despite a busy schedule balancing school, work, and family, Mason enjoys spending time with his loved ones and pursuing his passions.

Meet Sadie

From basketball court to classroom, Sadie Svymbersky is making a difference as a para and TAP student. Discover her inspiring story and how she's overcoming challenges.

Meet Aria

Aria returned to Wichita State University through the Shocker Comeback program to secure a more stable career with higher earning potential. Financial challenges and time constraints initially made re-enrollment difficult, but the Comeback Scholarship and WSU’s flexible online Accounting program eased the transition.

See Your Name Among the Graduates

Your dedication, resilience, and hard work have brought you to this moment—and we’re honored to have been part of your journey. Whether your next step is a new job, further studies, or something entirely different, know that you carry the spirit of Shocker Nation with you.

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