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Apply now for the WSU Staff Senate Scholarship

The University Staff Senate has established a scholarship to help in the advancement of WSU staff and their dependents. Staff members or their dependents beginning or continuing their first bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. This scholarship can be combined with the university’s Tuition Assistance and other awards and can be used for tuition, books and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/14/apply-now-for-wsu-staff-senate-scholarship/

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Learn about Paige Youngdahl’s Koch internship as a data analyst

Meet Paige Youngdahl, a senior at Wichita State majoring in information technology and management information systems. This past summer, Paige advanced her skills as a data analyst intern at Koch Industries. Reflecting on the experience, Paige says her favorite part has been connecting classroom concepts to real-world applications. “I can’t explain how many …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/13/learn-about-paige-youngdahl-koch-internship-as-a-data-analyst/

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Read about Ashlyn Riggs’ experience as a substitute teacher

… education — she’s already living her dream of becoming a teacher. Originally from Cheney, Kansas, Ashlyn benefits from WSU’s forward-thinking TAP, which blends academic advancement with hands-on classroom experience, allowing her to apply what she learns in real-time while earning her degree. As the lead substitute teacher at WSU’s Child Development Center …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/23/read-about-ashlyn-riggs-experience-as-a-substitute-teacher/

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Eiran Saucedo-Rodarte appointed NASPA Latinx/a/o Knowledge Community Executive Board

…in Higher Education (NASPA) Latinx/a/o Knowledge Community, the leading association for advancing and supporting increased understanding of Latinx/a/o experiences as well as the advancement of policies and action related to Latinx/a/o national issues, has appointed Eiran Saucedo-Rodarte to the NASPA Latinx/a/o Knowledge Community Executive Board. Eiran…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/09/eiran-saucedo-rodarte-appointed-naspa-latinx-a-o-knowledge-community-executive-board/

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AEGD program welcomes five new resident dentists

The Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program at Wichita State has welcomed five new resident dentists in their 2024-25 class: Dr. Nick Desch, Dr. Claire Freeman, Dr. Elizabeth Kiefner, Dr. Emma King and Dr. Brad Miller. The AEGD program is a one-year dental residency program that provides dentists with advanced comprehensive clinical…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/09/04/aegd-program-welcomes-five-new-resident-dentists/

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Introducing WuHire, the new talent management system

Wichita State University is excited to announce a significant advancement in its journey towards excellence. This initiative strengthens the university’s ability to streamline various hiring processes and positions WSU at the forefront of talent market expectations with the implementation of the newly named talent management system, WuHire. WSU is delighted …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/24/introducing-wuhire-the-new-talent-management-system/

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Wichita State team one of 10 remaining in NASA SUITS design challenge

Wichita State is one of 10 teams that advanced to the spring semester competition in the NASA SUITS (Spacesuit User Interface Technologies for Students) challenge. Teams are tasked to design and build an augmented reality heads-up display for astronauts on missions to Mars, as well as a web browser user interface for local mission control. Yumi Kikuchi…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/20/wichita-state-team-one-of-10-remaining-in-nasa-suits-design-challenge/

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Shocker Career Accelerator moving to Marcus Welcome Center

…facilitating impactful connections between students and employers. Additionally, the expansion introduces employer interview rooms tailored to meet students’ career advancement needs. Guests visiting the Shocker Career Accelerator can enter through the new south entrance of the Marcus Welcome Center, which offers a direct view of the Innovation…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/13/shocker-career-accelerator-moving-to-marcus-welcome-center/

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Spirit Aerosystems VP will speak on global supply chains May 2

On May 2, the Barton School of Business Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA), the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) present Spirit AeroSystems on Global Supply Chains. The distinguished speaker will be Dr. Wendy Crossman, vice president, Spirit AeroSystems, in charge of global…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/19/spirit-aerosystems-vp-will-speak-on-global-supply-chains-may-2/

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Barton School accepting nominations for ‘Beyond’ Hall of Fame 2026 inductees

…2026, dedicated to recognizing, honoring and celebrating industry executives and business leaders who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their communities and the advancement of the Barton School. The illustrious inductees of the inaugural Hall of Fame in 2024 were Frank Barton, Clark Bastian and Fran Jabara. Nominations for this prestigious…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/18/barton-school-accepting-nominations-for-beyond-hall-of-fame-2026-inductees/

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AEGD program director wins Dentist of the Year from the Kansas Dental Association

Congratulations to Dr. Dean Elledge, director for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program, who was named 2024 Dentist of the Year by the Kansas Dental Association. Dr. Elledge was presented with the award at the Kansas Dental Association conference in Kansas City. Dr. Elledge’s specialties include implantology and prosthodontics, and he…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/18/aegd-program-director-wins-dentist-of-the-year-from-the-kansas-dental-association/

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NSF-funded research from Usha Haley on Chinese investment in U.S. energy covered in leading energy-sector publication

Usha Haley, W. Frank Barton Distinguished Chair of International Business and director of the Center for International Business Advancement, had her NSF-funded research covered in oilprice.com as significant research on how Chinese investments can affect oil prices and technology development in U.S. shale gas. The article, “Chinese Investments In U.S. Shale …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/04/wsu-nsf-funded-research-on-chinese-investment-in-us-energy-covered-in-leading-energy-sector-publication/

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WSU staff and student recognized for their innovation through the John A. See Innovation Award

…The John A. See Innovation Award is given each year as a way to recognize novel ideas that have the potential to meet a market need and attract further funding once they have advanced through the early prototyping phase. Examples of supported costs are prototype development, design, product testing and market analysis. The 2024 winners are as follows:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/01/wsu-staff-and-student-recognized-for-their-innovation-through-the-john-a-see-innovation-award/

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Federal Reserve Bank to speak on Economic Outlook April 11

For the first time, the Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA), the Barton School of Business, the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) welcome the Federal Reserve Bank to Wichita to speak on the Economic Outlook. The program featuring Dr. Nicholas Sly, vice president of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/28/federal-reserve-bank-to-speak-on-economic-outlook-april-11-3/

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Haley quoted in Wichita Business Journal on possible Spirit acquisition by Boeing

Usha Haley, Barton Distinguished Chair in International Business, director of the Center for International Business Advancement and chair of the World Trade Council of Wichita, was quoted in the Wichita Business Journal on considerations regarding a successful acquisition of home-town company Spirit by Boeing in the article, “A Boeing Buyout of Spirit…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/26/haley-quoted-in-wichita-business-journal-on-possible-spirit-acquisition-by-boeing/

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Federal Reserve Bank to speak on Economic Outlook April 11

For the first time, the Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA), the Barton School of Business, the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) welcome the Federal Reserve Bank to Wichita to speak on the Economic Outlook. The program featuring Dr. Nicholas Sly, vice president of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/25/federal-reserve-bank-to-speak-on-economic-outlook-april-11-2/

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Federal Reserve Bank to speak on Economic Outlook April 11

For the first time, the Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA), the Barton School of Business, the International Business Studies Association (IBSA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) welcome the Federal Reserve Bank to Wichita to speak on the Economic Outlook. The program featuring Dr. Nicholas Sly, vice president of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/25/federal-reserve-bank-to-speak-on-economic-outlook-april-11/

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Join dinner program featuring Consul General of Canada March 14

…8:45 p.m. Thursday, March 14 at the Wichita Country Club, 8501 E. 13th St. N. The program is sponsored by the World Trade Council of Wichita, Center for International Business Advancement at the Barton School of Business and the International Business Studies Association Canada and the USA have the world’s second-largest trading relationship with huge…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/07/join-dinner-program-featuring-consul-general-of-canada-march-14/

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Join Kansas WISE fourth annual Women’s Conference March 7

…of breakout sessions where you choose your path. Afternoon sessions include the power of self-talk, community engagement and action steps we can take to support women’s advancement and sense of belonging in the workplace. Each event has a separate registration. You will receive a confirmation email for each event you register to attend that includes…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/01/join-kansas-wise-fourth-annual-womens-conference-march-7/

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Learn more about travelling to the stars with Les Johnson at Interstellar Seminar

Conventional rockets will not take humans to the stars; interstellar travel requires advanced propulsion, from solar sails to antimatter drives. Les Johnson, NASA rocket scientist, will join Interstellar Seminar from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 in 104 Jabara Hall or online via Zoom. Johnson is a leader in the Interstellar Research Group, a true…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/25/learn-more-about-travelling-to-the-stars-with-les-johnson-at-interstellar-seminar/