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Meet a Shocker: Avery Pierce

Avery Pierce loves Wichita’s coffee scene and the applied learning in the sport management program at Wichita State University. She is assistant director of communication for WSU’s varsity Esports program. Avery is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/12/meet-a-shocker-avery-pierce/

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Meet a Shocker: Nicolas Olmedo

Nicolas Olmedo studied economics in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and will start work at Textron Aviation in January in the sales development program. Nicolas is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/meet-a-shockers-nicolas-olmedo/

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Meet a Shocker: Courtney Lockhart

Courtney Lockhart enjoys escaping to nearby Lake Afton Park to fish and relax. He works for the Student Outreach and Support/CARE Team in Student Affairs at Wichita State University. Courtney is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/08/meet-a-shocker-courtney-lockhart/

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Meet a Shocker: Mariann Kurosu

Mariann Kurosu worked as a graduate research assistant for the Center for Real Estate while working towards her master’s in economics and quantitative analysis, which she will graduate with this December. She encourages her classmates to embrace the opportunity to learn and build their critical thinking skills and network by getting to know their peers.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/meet-a-shocker-mariann-kurosu/

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Meet a Shocker: Ryan Littlejohn

Ryan Littlejohn worked his way through Wichita State University with instructors who helped him with the balancing act of academics and a busy life. Ryan is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/08/meet-a-shocker-ryan-littlejohn/

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The Shocker explores news Ulrich exhibit in Viewpoints video tour

Wichita State’s Ulrich Museum of Art won’t officially turn 50-years-old until Dec. 7, but the birthday celebration has already begun. First on the museum’s slate of special anniversary exhibitions, programs, events and unveilings is “Fully Dimensional: Artists of the Outdoor Sculpture Collection.”

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/19/the-shocker-explores-news-ulrich-exhibit-in-viewpoints-video-tour/

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Attend inaugural Shocker STRIVE staff conference March 22

…(STRIVE) conference Friday, March 22 was created as an opportunity for all WSU staff to participate in a free professional development opportunity and to network with other Shockers within the Wichita State University community. Visit the conference webpage to find the conference schedule and to get registered. Make sure to register by March 15.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/07/attend-inaugural-shocker-strive-staff-conference-march-22/

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Shocker hosting Fiesta Inclusiva (Inclusive Party) celebrating children with special needs April 27

…is organizing Fiesta Inclusiva (Inclusive Party) for the community from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday April 27 at Wichita State Connect. With the support of Wichita State Connect, Somos Shockers, the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, WISE, HALO, SHPEtinas, the Latine Greek organizations and several community sponsors, the event will…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/24/shocker-hosting-fiesta-inclusiva-inclusive-party-celebrating-children-with-special-needs-april-27/

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Meet a Shocker: Christen Brouillette

Christen Brouillette came to Wichita State University from Texas, which they found hard to transition to, but with the help of peers, faculty and the resources available at WSU, they were able to find success. They hope to work as a historian or archivist following graduation.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/meet-a-shocker-christen-brouillette/

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Meet a Shocker: Brittany Wojciechowski

Brittany Wojciechowski is currently working for Jacobs Space Exploration Group doing contract work for the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. She was also a featured guest in the May 2023 episode of President Rick Muma’s “Forward Together” podcast. While at WSU, Brittany conducted numerous research projects, including as part of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/05/meet-a-shocker-brittany-wojciechowski/

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Meet a Shocker: Ashlynn Farney

Ashlynn Farney took time off college during the COVID-19 pandemic, during which she returned to Wichita, changed her major to filmmaking and started attending Wichita State. She will graduate with her Bachelor of Applied Arts with a concentration in filmmaking in December. Ashlynn is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/12/meet-a-shocker-ashlynn-farney/

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Texas Shocker Spotlight: Lexi Jensen

…environment and academic offerings at Wichita State University. In her first months on campus, she dove into activities such as rowing and the Immersive Leadership Institute. Shockers come from all over, and students from selected major metropolitan areas in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas may be eligible to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/14/texas-shocker-spotlight-lexi-jensen/

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Meet a Shocker: Morgan Campbell

The military brought Morgan Campbell and her family to Wichita, and she decided to make it her home. She has earned a master’s degree in social work, and she plans “to promote safety, growth and opportunities” for families in her practice.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/01/meet-a-shocker-morgan-campbell-2/

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Meet a Shocker: Joe Mazzara

Joe Mazzara is a GSA serving as the assistant director of Wichita State Esports, an opportunity that initially drew him to WSU. He was also a featured guest on the September 2023 episode of President Rick Muma’s “Forward Together” podcast. After graduating with his master’s degree, he plans to pursue additional education by pursuing his doctorate. Joe is one…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/05/meet-a-shocker-joe-mazzara/

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Meet a Shocker: Sierra Marie Bonn

Sierra Marie Bonn struggled to balance her work and education, but with the help of scholarships from the Miss Kansas Organization, she was able to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree from Wichita State University. She graduates with her Master of Innovation Design and following graduation, she will compete in the 2024 Miss Kansas Competition and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/meet-a-shocker-sierra-marie-bonn/

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Meet a Shocker: Jade Driggs

With two young children at home, U.S. Air Force Major Jade Driggs needed to learn to ask and accept help from others while she was working toward her Ph.D. in human factors psychology. She chose Wichita State University for its impressive human factors psychology program and the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/29/meet-a-shocker-jade-driggs/

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Meet a Shocker: Addi Karsak

Addison Karsak, who goes by Addi, encourages Shockers to get involved with the campus community and to make sure to seek advice when they feel they are struggling. She will receive her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science with a minor in Health Management and hopes to continue her education by getting her Doctor of Chiropractic after graduating. Addi is one …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/07/meet-a-shocker-addi-karsak/

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Meet a Shocker: Gabriel Fonseca

As a full-time employee of Wichita State University, Gabriel Fonseca struggled to balance work, classes and a personal life while he pursued his doctoral degree; but, ultimately, the support of the university community helped him persevere.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/29/meet-a-shocker-gabriel-fonseca/

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Meet a Shocker: Morgan Campbell

The military brought Morgan Campbell and her family to Wichita, and she decided to make it her home. She has earned a master’s degree in social work, and she plans “to promote safety, growth and opportunities” for families in her practice.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/meet-a-shocker-morgan-campbell/

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Meet a Shocker: Maame Adwoa Ankrah

Maame Adwoa Ankrah was interested in going to Wichita State for its affordability and for the atmosphere of the city of Wichita. While it was first a challenge to adjust to a new culture, she was able to succeed with the support of her peers and mentors and will graduate with her master’s degree in Spanish with no regrets. Maame is one of more than 1,400…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/meet-a-shocker-maame-adwoa-ankrah/