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Barton School accepting nominations for Business Hall of Fame | Wichita State News

…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 Innovation Campus, which is a physical extension of the Wichita State University main campus, is one of the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/04-april/BartonHoF_4.php

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Wichita State LIFE

Wichita State LIFE (Learning Independence for Future Employment) Program is a two (2) year, non-degree, postsecondary program that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities between the ages of 18-26. Completion of this program results in a Wichita State Life Program Award. This is not a WSU degree or certification. The mission of…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/TALS/The-Wichita-State-LIFE.php

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Widener Global Leaders Program to transform Wichita State students | Wichita State News

…versatile, powerful and wholistic experience.” The Widener GLP will work to propel participants within businesses and organizations worldwide through multidisciplinary learning experiences, networking opportunities and mentoring from top-level professionals. Students in the program will have opportunities to develop business skills, communication skills,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/09-sept/WGLP_1.php

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Five student teams move on to final round of innovation competition | Wichita State News

… Teng Tan, engineering technology Securi-team -- A secure box to elude porch pirates.Boshra Althafir, engineering technologyTaylor Cazabat, biomedical engineeringDuncan Snook, applied computingJoshua Storm, engineering technology The Collectors -- A way to quickly and easily collect Nerf Gun ammunition.Bailey Beck, media artsYakelyn Gonzalez Rodriguez,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2019/12-dec/koch_challenge_finalists_9.php

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UP Senate Candidates

… of Diversity and Community Engagement do not have open seats for the coming year. Academic Affairs Kristina Archambeau Brian Austin I’m Brian Austin, Director for the Office of Applied & Experiential Learning at WSU. I began my career at WSU in August of 2012, shortly thereafter I transitioned into a role focused on connecting students and employers through…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/staffsenate/senatornominations.php

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From the Air Capital of the World to the Cradle of Liberty: Vivian Salazar Engineering Internship Experience

…Wichita State,” Salazar said. In summer 2025, after moving more than a thousand miles from Wichita, Kansas, to Boston, Salazar began working for Amazon Robotics. She applied for this summer internship after learning about Amazon’s sustainable packaging efforts. She worked as a safety and compliance engineering intern with the mechatronics and sustainable…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/vivian_salazar_als.php

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Barton School surprises Valley Center High student with 2025 Clay Barton Scholarship | Wichita State News

…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…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/03-march/2025-barton_1.php

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Wichita State starting bachelor’s in American Sign Language | Wichita State News

…College. Additionally, students pursuing the interpreting track for the degree will gain applicable work-related skills. “This conforms to Wichita State’s applied mission, or purpose, because students will use their translation and interpreting skills in the workplace,” Wilson Baldridge, professor of French and chair of the Department of Modern and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/05-may/asl_bachelors_wsu_2.php

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John A. See Awards

…and science, development of life-enhancing therapeutic products, creation of application of new knowledge and artistic ventures. The John A. See Innovation Award is to be applied directly to advancing the technology. Ideally, this will support additional investment by others. Examples of supported costs are prototype development, product testing,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/innovation_and_new_ventures/john_a_see.php

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Wichita State faculty and staff to be featured in weeklong takeover of NPR’s ‘The Academic Minute’ | Wichita State News

…Aug. 5: Dr. JaeHwan Byun, associate professor in the College of Education, will explore "Generativism," a framework that views generative AI as a partner in learning rather than a shortcut to answers. The approach emphasizes critical thinking through an ongoing process of prompting, evaluating and refining information. Thursday, Aug. 6: Dr. Waruna…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/07-july/academicminute_3.php

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Parent Handbook

… In addition to serving children, the Child Development Center is dedicated to supporting Wichita State University students. We offer meaningful employment opportunities, hands-on learning experiences, life skills development, and educational training programs. These initiatives aim to introduce students to the field of early childhood education and related …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/childdev/parent_handbook.php

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WSU's College of Engineering names 10 Wallace Scholars | Wichita State News

… earned multiple awards for outstanding performances and solos. In his free time, Sean enjoys playing video games with friends, learning new computer skills and spending time with his girlfriend. Luke Osburn Luke’s decision to pursue engineering and aerospace was greatly influenced by his involvement in the Andover Science Olympiad team. He was a member of…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/03-march/wallace2025_1.php

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Barton School names two Wichita-area students as 2025 Jabara Scholars | Wichita State News

… not attending. I was getting a little discouraged. Now that I have the opportunity to attend college as a Jabara Scholar, I will be able to focus on learning and not how I can pay for it.” Why does entrepreneurship interest you? “I’ve seen the struggles my family has experienced due to language barriers and lack of knowledge, and I knew I didn’t want to see…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/03-march/jabara_scholars_2025_1.php

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Wichita State biology professor elected as prestigious AAAS Fellow | Wichita State News

…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…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/04-april/aaas-fellow_3.php

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John S. Tomblin Ph.D.

…vice president for Research and Industry and Defense Programs for Wichita State University (WSU), Tomblin oversees more than 1,500 staff in laboratories and centers focused on applied learning, technology, innovation and smart manufacturing. These include the Cyber Security and Forensics Group, Ennovar Technology Solutions, FirePoint Innovations Center, …

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/research/NIAR/executive_staff/Tomblin-John.php

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NIAR’s ATLAS announces addition of automated thermoplastic welding and tape-slitting capabilities

…industry partners’ slit-tape material needs,” said Dr. Waruna Seneviratne, ATLAS Director. "The integrated in-process inspection system and the machine-learning algorithm for detecting defects allows us to perform quality control on the fly.” The prepreg slitting equipment from Mikrosam is a single-step process for slitting of unidirectional thermoset and …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/03-march/atlas_9.php

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Meet a Shocker: Meghan Carver, communication grad

…It's bittersweet, too. I will always be a proud Shocker and will remember my time at Wichita State as some of the best years of my life. What has been your most helpful learning experience while a student at WSU? As a student in the Elliott School of Communication, I've received countless hands-on, applied learning opportunities. In the classroom,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/05-may/meghan_carver_grad_19.php

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CGRSAbstractBooklet_2023

…BATS AND BLACK-TAILED PRAIRIE DOG (CYNOMYS LUDOVICANUS) COLONIES IN WESTERN KANSAS Steve Skoczek SUPPORTING WRITTEN SCIENTIFIC EXPLANATIONS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES William Wallace A TOOL FOR VISUALIZING CHARACTERISTIC NEIGHBORHOODS BASED ON RANDOM FOREST REGRESSION MODEL VARIABLE IMPORTANCE VALUES Alec Zaborniak…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/graduate_school/cgrs/_documents/CGRSAbstractBooklet_2023.pdf

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NIAR expands military fleet sustainment capabilities | Wichita State News

…platforms, and NIAR will gain valuable access these airframes and components. NIAR’s expansion into these new capabilities and resources will provide additional applied learning opportunities for students related to novel tooling design, modification of military airframes, depot line support, and process development for airframe repair and modification.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/06-jun/mcfarland_3.php

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Incoming Freshmen Now Eligible for Extended Merit & Academic Awards

…University has adjusted the deadline for freshmen merit and academic scholarship consideration to Friday, March 1, 2024 for high school seniors. For students who haven’t yet applied, dedicating just 10-15 minutes to complete our admission application and paying the application fee means they’ll be automatically considered for Wichita State’s largest…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2024/01_30_Freshmen_Scholarship_Update.php