Overview
Andrew Cook
Major: Marketing (Digital Emphasis)
Expected Graduation: Spring 2026
Hometown: Andover, Kansas
Andrew Cook is a marketing major whose college experience reflects openness, faith, and connection. He chose the Barton School of Business for its strong reputation and the opportunity to study close to home while gaining access to meaningful professional experiences.
Andrew has found success by stepping beyond his comfort zone. His study abroad program taught him to plan carefully, adapt to new cultures, and thrive in unfamiliar environments. The experience shaped his confidence and reminded him that growth comes from saying yes to opportunities that challenge you.
On campus, Andrew has been deeply involved with Christian Challenge, a student organization that has provided spiritual community and lifelong friendships. He values the group’s role in his development, both personally and professionally, and describes it as one of the most rewarding parts of his time at Wichita State.
Outside of business, Andrew is a skilled pianist who once held an instrumental scholarship at Butler Community College, where he accompanied a 100-person choir. Music remains an important creative outlet for him, offering balance to his academic and professional pursuits.
After graduation, Andrew plans to continue growing his photography business while exploring career opportunities in digital marketing or a related field. His work behind the camera aligns with his passion for storytelling and connecting with people.
Andrew’s Christian faith is his guiding inspiration. He credits God with providing direction and purpose, helping him find strength in both success and challenge. His long-term goal is to live with intention and reflect his faith through his work, relationships, and service to others.
Being named one of Barton’s 25 Under 25 is a moment of gratitude for Andrew, a reminder that persistence and faith make anything possible. His advice to others is to talk to people, take chances, and be the first to introduce yourself. His story is proof that purpose and opportunity often begin with a single conversation.