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Wichita State Graphic Design Students Design Published Book Covers with Dzanc Publishing

Wichita State Graphic Design Students Design Published Book Covers with Dzanc Publishing Calleigh Hernandez, Shocker Career Accelerator 05/14/2026 09:00:00 AM Five Wichita State graphic design seniors partnered with Dzanc Publishing to design original paperback book covers, gaining hands-on experience in a professional publishing environment. Guided by…

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Creating a Path Toward Counseling: Applied Learning at HOPE Services

Creating a Path Toward Counseling: Applied Learning at HOPE Services Kim Kufahl, Shocker Career Accelerator 02/05/2025 08:29:05 AM In his applied learning role at HOPE, Matthew takes on multifaceted responsibilities to ensure the organization’s programs and events run seamlessly. From preparing events and editing websites to engaging in table events, his…

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

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Theatre, Tech, and Tenacity: Alexandra Enmark’s Applied Learning Experience

…Arts (SPA) office. Her role is as dynamic and multifaceted as the theatre industry itself. She designs production programs, manages the SPA website, creates weekly newsletters, updates digital displays, and ensures essential information is accessible for both students and faculty. It’s a unique blend of creativity, communication, and logistics—all …

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

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Tony Mai: Advocating for Communities, Empowering Change

Tony Mai: Advocating for Communities, Empowering Change Hannah Roberts, Shocker Career Accelerator 04/03/2025 09:00:00 AM Tony Mai, a proud double alumnus, earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the spring of 2018 and later completed his Master of Social Work in the spring of 2022. Tony took advantage of many applied learning experiences during his…

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

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Liam O’Connor: Shaping Minds, One Lesson at a Time

Liam O’Connor: Shaping Minds, One Lesson at a Time Shocker Career Accelerator 04/17/2025 08:00:00 AM Liam O’Connor is an education major specializing in history and government for 6-12th grade. Liam has spent most of his life in Wichita, Kansas, though his journey began in Southern California. Liam is currently working as a student teacher. He has received…

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

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From Classroom to Community: Kaydence Perdue’s Social Work Practicum Experience

From Classroom to Community: Kaydence Perdue’s Social Work Practicum Experience Baylor Henry, Shocker Career Accelerator 04/16/2026 08:00:00 AM Not long ago, the idea of pursuing a master’s degree made Wichita State University Senior Kaydence Perdue uneasy. Now, as she nears the completion of her undergraduate degree and gains months of hands-on experience…

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

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Leadership and Service to Community: Michael Rivas’ Applied Learning Experience

Leadership and Service to Community: Michael Rivas’ Applied Learning Experience Emily Rueda, Shocker Career Accelerator 12/03/2025 10:51:00 AM In May 2025, Michael Rivas graduated from Wichita State with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Before graduating, he shared his educational journey and its challenges with Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) high …

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

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Luke Samuelson: Designing His Future in Virtual Production and Game Development

Luke Samuelson: Designing His Future in Virtual Production and Game Development the Shocker Career Accelerator 05/22/2025 09:00:00 AM Luke Samuelson, a senior majoring in game design, has found a unique intersection of creativity, technology, and applied learning through his role at Shocker Studios. As an LED volume and game design lab technician, he is…

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

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Karaline Scott: Engineering her Future Career

Karaline Scott: Engineering her Future Career Emily Rueda, Shocker Career Accelerator 09/03/2025 08:30:00 AM Karaline Scott, a Wichita State electrical engineering sophomore, is currently interning for Professional Engineering Consultants. As a power and process division intern her tasks are focused on AutoCAD software, reading diagrams and schematics used…

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

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Engineering Movement: Inside Mitchell Steele’s Hands-On Path to Biomedical Innovation

Engineering Movement: Inside Mitchell Steele’s Hands-On Path to Biomedical Innovation Baylor Henry, Shocker Career Accelerator 03/26/2026 09:00:00 AM For many students, time spent with doctors and physical therapists comes after an injury. For Mitchell Steele, however, it’s an opportunity that has become a part of his everyday life. Steele is majoring in…

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

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Preparation is Key for Career Fair Success

Preparation is Key for Career Fair Success Jeannie Qualls 03/28/2022 08:00:00 AM Taylor Southern is a junior at Wichita State studying Health Management with a concentration in Health Administration. She's also cracked the code on career fairs. Southern attended the Shocker Career Accelerator's Health Professions Career Fair on March 23, 2022. However, it…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Taylor-southern-career-fair-feature.php

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Handshake Pro

Handshake Pro Jeannie Qualls 09/05/2022 10:36:41 AM Vianey Torres is a senior graduating next spring with her bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management. While she may have gotten her start here with the Shocker Career Accelerator, she’s since used the career skills she gathered as a Career Peer Advisor to secure two different internships in HR…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Vianey-Torres.php

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You Can't Google All the Answers: Lucas Garces, from Intern to Google Professional

You Can't Google All the Answers: Lucas Garces, from Intern to Google Professional Emily Rueda, Shocker Career Accelerator 08/25/2025 08:30:00 AM Lucas Garces is a double- alumnus of Wichita State University. He first graduated in 2018 with a bachelor's in business administration, then again in 2020 with a master’s in applied economics. Today, he works at …

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

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Applied Learning in Action: Claire Staggs

Applied Learning in Action: Claire Staggs Kim Kufahl, Shocker Career Accelerator 03/12/2026 09:00:00 AM Claire Staggs, a senior psychology major graduating in May 2026, is gaining hands-on experience at Wichita East High School, part of Wichita Public Schools (USD 259), where she supports students as they plan their next steps after graduation. She began the…

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

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

From the Air Capital of the World to the Cradle of Liberty: Vivian Salazar Engineering Internship Experience Emily Rueda, Shocker Career Accelerator 09/17/2025 08:30:00 AM Vivian Salazar is a junior at Wichita State majoring in mechanical engineering. On campus, Salazar is a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Engineering intern for The Smart Factory by…

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

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Paige Youngdahl: Building a Future in Data Analytics

Paige Youngdahl: Building a Future in Data Analytics Hannah Roberts, Shocker Career Accelerator 11/01/2024 04:45:18 PM Meet Paige Youngdahl, a senior at Wichita State University majoring in Information Technology and Management Information Systems. This past summer, Paige advanced her skills as a Data Analyst Intern at Koch Industries, an opportunity that…

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

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Air Force Uses GoCreate Resources To Build Go Box

Air Force Uses GoCreate Resources To Build Go Box Paul Suellentrop 11/16/2018 10:56:46 AM Allen is Team Chief of Wing Innovations at McConnell Air Force Base. GoCreate’s equipment and environment sparked a partnership that he thinks fits with the Air Force’s emphasis on innovation. Allen is Team Chief of Wing Innovations at McConnell Air Force Base.…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/GoCreate/newsroom/airforce-build-go-box.php

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GoCreate A Great Addition To Wsu, Community

GoCreate A Great Addition To Wsu, Community Phillip Brownlee 07/14/2017 03:32:10 PM A new makerspace at Wichita State University is a great addition to the WSU campus and the community. A new makerspace at Wichita State University is a great addition to the WSU campus and the community. GoCreate – which had its grand opening Saturday – is located in the new …

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/GoCreate/newsroom/a-great-addition.php

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Project Protect

PROJECT PROTECT 03/27/2020 11:56:23 AM GoCreate is CLOSED due to the Corona Virus, until further notice. However, we are actively helping an intiative called Project Protect started by Bella Bonita involving the huge mask shortage. This is a huge team effort and we want to thank all of our local companies willing to help! GoCreate is CLOSED due to the Corona…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/GoCreate/newsroom/project-protect.php

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Barton School Appoints Dr. Chris Broberg as Interim Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship

Barton School Appoints Dr. Chris Broberg as Interim Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship Barton School of Business 07/10/2025 10:00:10 AM The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Broberg as Interim Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE). Dr. Broberg currently…

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