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How new Shockers can find a mentor | Wichita State News

…about the Shocker Success Center Shocker Mentorship Opportunities College of EngineeringThe ACE Mentoring Program is for incoming freshmen, transfer students and returning adult students. The deadline to be paired with a mentor is fast approaching — July 31. Learn more about College of Engineering mentoring Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and SciencesThe…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/07-july/mentors_1.php

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PA Distinguished & Emeriti Faculty

… from the WSU PA Program in 1987. Being the life-long learner she is, Pat also earned a Master of Christian Ministries from Friends University (1994) and Master of Adult and Continuing Education from KSU (2001). For most of her time at WSU, Pat served as the Director of Didactic Education and taught courses within the medical history / physical examination…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/pa/emeriti-faculty.php

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Page College Interrupted? Proven Pathways to Complete Your Degree on Your TermsTitle

… navigate the return alone through: Personalized Support: When you join Shocker Comeback, you're getting a whole support team. The program is run by WSU's Office of Online and Adult Learning, where the staff genuinely care about seeing you succeed. From day one, they're helping you figure out your strengths, connect with other students who get it, find…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/shocker_comeback/scp_blog_1.php

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Who We Are

…from the University of Kansas and an M.A. in Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the University of Texas at Arlington.With over 15 years of experience in adult education, Dr. Hinsdale has worked primarily in grant-funded programs and in higher education. Her doctoral research focused on belonging, a theme rooted in her experience as…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/fare/about_us.php

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Shocker Seven

…Your Melon, and a Shockers basketball fan. Learn more about Whitney and why she chose Wichita State. Click here to read more about Whitney Meet Rex Hafenstine A returning adult student from La Crosse, Kansas, Rex started at Wichita State in August 2017. He’s a senior studying biomedical engineering and a regular visitor at the Office of Online and Adult…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_affairs/sa_blog/shocker-seven/index.php

Majors

Great Plains Studies, Undergraduate Certificate

…at least two courses in the physical sciences (biology and/or geology) and cultural studies (English, anthropology and/or history). The certificate is also open to non-degree adult learners. How to enroll To add this certificate to your plan of study: Log into the myWSU portal, find the Student Tools box (center of the page) and click "Change my…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/majors/index.php?program=great_plains_studies_certificate_undergraduate_242

One Stop

How do I sign up for Orientation as a New Student?

… • Transfer º Under 21 years of age º Transferring more than 24 credit hours from at least one other institution º Graduated from high school more than one year ago • Adult Learner º Over the age of 21 º Have less than 24 credit hours 4. Click the link RSVP for Orientation button 5. Sign on using your myWSU ID and password 6. Click Begin 7. Confirm that…

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WSU Newsletters

Dr. Justin Smith in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education

…Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, published “The effectiveness of a geriatric simulation suit for improving empathy and simulating the aging process for older adults in a DPT program: A pilot study” in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education June 4. Abstract: Enhancing empathy toward older adults among physical therapy students is essential to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/22/dr-justin-smith-assistant-professor-in-gerontology-geriatrics-education-2/

WSU Foundation

Retired faculty invest in future Shockers with $5 million planned gift

…said Myers. “We want to support students who need something to get them through, and we know the university will never run out of first generation or returning adult students.” While the two wore many different hats during their time in the Counseling Center, they each agreed that the “opportunity to create opportunities” for students was their…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/retired-faculty-invest-in-future-shockers-with-5-million-planned-gift/

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Wichita State, WSU Tech celebrate highest historical enrollments | Wichita State News

…is the highest total headcount and credit hours in the history of the college for any semester with 5,655 students and 48,379 credit hours. Highest adult (post-high school) headcount, credit hours, and FTE a semester in the history of the college and the highest number of high school students enrolled for a fall semester in the history of the college.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/09-sept/enrollment_1.php

WSU Newsletters

Dr. Justin Smith, assistant professor, in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education

…Professor – Department of Physical Therapy, published “The effectiveness of a geriatric simulation suit for improving empathy and simulating the aging process for older adults in a DPT program: A pilot study.” in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education June 4. Abstract: Enhancing empathy toward older adults among physical therapy students is essential to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/dr-justin-smith-assistant-professor-in-gerontology-geriatrics-education/

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Xiao-Ming Sun PhD

…Articles] (For others please see Google Scholar) Sun, X.-M. (2016) Wideband acoustic immittance: Normative study and test-retest reliability of tympanometric measurements in adults. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 59(4):819-834. Shaver, M.D., Sun, X.-M. (2013) Wideband energy reflectance measurements: Effects of negative middle ear…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/health_professions/communication_sciences_disorders/04-Academic_Faculty/Sun-Xiao-Ming.php

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Current Funding Opportunities

…assist faculty members in their scholarly and/or creative activities and to foster the generation and application of scholarly work aimed at improving the quality of life of older adults. Graduate students are generally welcome to apply for funding in the general requests for proposal (rfp) process with a letter of support from their faculty advisor. Details…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/academic_affairs/ria/grants.php

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Clio's Correspondence - Special Edition

…military engagements in the world. As part of the department’s community outreach, he continues to teach over-subscribed adult education classes each semester to senior citizens, who he appreciates for their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication to lifelong learning. He continues to plug away at his research related to the World War II relationship…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/history/clio/clio_2017.php

Majors

Accountancy, Master's

…the Barton School also offers two specialized concentrations: accounting information systems (AIS) and taxation. Courses are offered during the evening to accommodate adult learners. Careers A graduate degree in accountancy from Wichita State's Barton School will help you take the next step in your career — while opening doors to new career…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/majors/index.php?program=accountancy_macc_20

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Decoding College Lingo: A Student Handbook to Common Terms

…students fill out to seek admission to a specific college. Degree-Bound – Describes students who are enrolled to earn a degree (associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, etc.). Adult Learner – Refers to a student who is 21 years of age or older with fewer than 24 credit hours, often returning to education after a break. Also referred to as "returning adult." Major …

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2024/2_5_Admissions_Terms.php

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Wichita State University admission applications are now open

…Apply today at wichita.edu/apply Wichita State offers easy step-by-step guides for applying and enrolling in classes for: Graduating high school seniors Transfer students Adult and online learners through the Office of Online and Adult Learning Returning students through the Shocker Comeback program Seniors and other students interested in learning…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2025/07-july/admissions_1.php

Majors

English Literature and Composition Pedagogy, Graduate Certificate

…Advanced Studies in the Graphic Novel Special Studies Theory and Practice in Composition Introduction to Graduate Study in English Multimodal Composition Studies in Young Adult Literature You'll then select nine credit hours of electives based on your interests and career goals. Admission to the program There are two paths to admission to the program:…

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ProjectConnect

…Group - In PersonConnect with students to explore topics and experiences across native and indigenous cultures. Tuesday's2/3/262/10/262/17/262/4/263/3/263/10/26 12:00-1:00 pm Adult Learners Group - In PersonJoin this group to connect with other returning and adult learners! Wednesday's2/4/262/11/262/18/262/25/263/4/263/11/26 9:00 - 10:00 am First-Gen…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_affairs/staff_engagement/ProjectConnect/project_connect.php

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Curriculum Vitae: Marlene Schommer-Aikins, Ph.D.

…of Wisconsin at Milwaukee in 1984.Concentration: Cognitive Psychology with focus on learning, memory and metacognition. Thesis: Comprehension monitoring failures in skilled adult readers. B.S. Psychology University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee.Graduated With Distinction in 1978.Concentration: General Psychology Book Chapters Schommer-Aikins, M. (2016).…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/cles/_cv/MarleneSchommerAikinsCV.php