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Wichita State Esports continues national rise in 6th year of program operations

Wichita State Esports continues national rise in 6th year of program operations 10/27/2025 01:02:12 PM Wichita State Esports has continued its ascent as one of the nation’s most competitive collegiate programs, building on a foundation of student success, national recognition, and competitive excellence. Since its launch in 2019, Wichita State Esports has…

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CAS Announces Class of 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

CAS Announces Class of 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees 08/01/2025 09:45:23 AM The College of Applied Studies (CAS) at Wichita State University will induct seven new members into its Hall of Fame this fall. The inductees come from a variety of backgrounds across several departments within the college and are being recognized for their outstanding contributions to…

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Kansas Sport Summit 2025 Set to Bring More Opportunities for WSU Students

Kansas Sport Summit 2025 Set to Bring More Opportunities for WSU Students 03/06/2025 11:08:25 AM The Department of Sport and Leadership Studies is excited to announce the return of the Kansas Sport Summit for its 2nd annual event, scheduled for April 17, 2025. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural summit, which drew over 150 attendees—including…

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Larissa Raigosa's Hands-On Start in the Sports Industry

Larissa Raigosa's Hands-On Start in the Sports Industry 04/11/2025 02:31:36 PM WSU Sport Management major Larissa Raigosa had an incredible start to her career in the sports industry by working at the 2025 NCAA Basketball Tournament held in Wichita. As a member of the duplication team, Larissa took on the role of a floor runner—a fast-paced position that…

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Applied Learning Opportunity Took WSU Student Liam Crawford Behind the Scenes of NCAA Basketball Tournament

Applied Learning Opportunity Took WSU Student Liam Crawford Behind the Scenes of NCAA Basketball Tournament 05/29/2025 03:54:24 PM For Wichita State sport management student Liam Crawford, working behind the scenes at the NCAA men’s basketball tournament in Wichita in March offered an opportunity to put classroom learning into practice. As a Media Host…

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Applied Learning Experiences await WSU Students in 2025 NCAA Tournament

Applied Learning Experiences await WSU Students in 2025 NCAA Tournament 03/05/2025 09:49:31 AM Wichita will host the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship first and second rounds at Intrust Bank Arena from March 20-22, 2025, providing Wichita State University students with applied learning opportunities in sports and event management. Dr. Mike Ross, …

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CAS Launches Sigma Chi Alpha Chapter of CSI with Inaugural Initiation Ceremony

CAS Launches Sigma Chi Alpha Chapter of CSI with Inaugural Initiation Ceremony 02/06/2025 11:06:42 AM Wichita State University’s College of Applied Studies has officially welcomed a new chapter of the Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International (CSI) with the inaugural initiation ceremony of Sigma Chi Alpha on February 1, 2025. Founded…

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CAS Student Spotlight: Charvi Sharma - Exercise Science Graduate Student

CAS Student Spotlight: Charvi Sharma - Exercise Science Graduate Student 05/29/2025 03:34:13 PM Where are you from, and what motivated you to pursue a graduate degree at Wichita State University? I am from Hyderabad, India, and my background is in Physical Therapy. During my studies in India, I developed a strong interest in research. When I moved to the…

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CAS Student Spotlight: Wendy Hummell - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

CAS Student Spotlight: Wendy Hummell - Clinical Mental Health Counseling 04/08/2025 04:07:48 PM Where are you from, and what motivated you to pursue a graduate degree at Wichita State University? I am originally from New York, but relocated to Wichita in 1997. I have worked in the law enforcement profession for close to 30 years. After retiring from the…

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New Athletic Training Simulation Lab now open to enhance student clinical learning and experience

New Athletic Training Simulation Lab now open to enhance student clinical learning and experience 07/10/2025 12:08:52 PM The Athletic Training Simulation Lab at Wichita State University is now fully operational and available for athletic training students to enhance their learning and broaden their clinical knowledge. The AT Sim Lab is a dedicated section…

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Esports Spring 2026 Highlights

…and our ability to connect with students and high schools in the region to remain a perennial champion.” — Joe MazzaraDirector, Esports Rocket League Reaches Historic MilestoneWSU Rocket League has made program history by qualifying for the Collegiate Rocket League (CRL) Main Event, placing among the top 16 teams out of 270 nationwide. This marks the…

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CAS Dean's Dispatch: Fall 2025

CAS Dean's Dispatch: Fall 2025 09/02/2025 12:33:53 PM As we approach the midpoint of the fall semester, I am inspired by the ways our students, faculty and staff in the College of Applied Studies live our shared values. This year, we are emphasizing leadership—preparing leaders who are empowered to make a lasting impact on the communities, schools and…

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Dean's Dispatch: Summer 2026

Dean's Dispatch: Summer 2026 05/29/2026 12:54:56 PM For our College, 2026 marks a significant moment as we continue advancing important milestones that reflect both our history and our future direction. Earlier this year, we celebrated the College of Education’s centennial and reflected on a century of preparing educators, counselors, leaders, and sport…

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Wichita State University College of Education and Wichita Public Schools receive national partnership award

Wichita State University College of Education and Wichita Public Schools receive national partnership award 03/02/2026 01:01:45 PM Wichita State University’s College of Education (formerly the College of Applied Studies) and Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) received the 2026 Exemplary School-University Partnership Award from the National Association for…

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Dr. Jean Patterson recognized for decades of leadership and mentorship

Dr. Jean Patterson recognized for decades of leadership and mentorship 05/15/2026 11:50:48 AM Dr. Jean Patterson, a longtime faculty member and leader in the Wichita State University's College of Education, was recognized during the Wichita State University educational leadership EdD program spring 2026 luncheon in celebration of her retirement and career…

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College of Education recognizes faculty tenure and promotions

College of Education recognizes faculty tenure and promotions 05/04/2026 11:20:32 AM Jill Wood was promoted to associate educator for her leadership and impact within the Teacher Apprentice Program. Since joining the university in 2019, Wood has served as program coordinator, overseeing the university’s largest undergraduate program, which supports more than…

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Summer LIFE camp introduces participants to campus and new Wichita State LIFE program

Summer LIFE camp introduces participants to campus and new Wichita State LIFE program 07/09/2026 10:13:46 AM The Wichita State LIFE program hosted its first Summer LIFE camp June 29-July 1 at Wichita State University, offering young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities a firsthand look at college life at Wichita State. Summer LIFE is a…

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More than 260 attend statewide literacy conference co-hosted by WSU College of Education

More than 260 attend statewide literacy conference co-hosted by WSU College of Education 04/06/2026 02:41:14 PM Educators, families, researchers, policymakers and advocates from across Kansas gathered for the “Elevating Literacy: Connecting Communities for Lasting Impact” conference on March 30 at Wichita State University’s Rhatigan Student Center. The…

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Kansas Sport Summit draws record crowd to Wichita State campus

Kansas Sport Summit draws record crowd to Wichita State campus 04/15/2026 04:08:58 PM Wichita State University’s Sport and Leadership Studies program hosted the 2026 Kansas Sport Summit on April 2 at the Rhatigan Student Center on the Wichita State University campus, bringing together students, faculty and industry professionals from across the region. Held …

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College of Education hosts Future Educators Day for Wichita-area high school students

College of Education hosts Future Educators Day for Wichita-area high school students 03/13/2026 03:15:04 PM Wichita State University’s College of Education hosted more than 100 students from six Wichita-area high schools on March 10 for Future Educators Day, an event designed to introduce students to careers in teaching and learning. The event was held in…

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