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New sustainability and innovation course added

Wichita State University now offers an Applied Sustainability in Innovation course through the College of Innovation and Design. This interdisciplinary minor allows students to select courses from departments all across campus to pursue a broad, holistic educational approach to current topics in sustainability and is available for fall 2021.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/04/new-sustainability-and-innovation-course-added/

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First-gen student receives life-changing scholarship — here’s how he did it

… attend Wichita State University. In the background, he could hear his mom squealing. As the phone call ended, Pedro knew he was about to become the first in his family to earn a college degree.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/29/first-gen-student-receives-life-changing-scholarship-heres-how-he-did-it/

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2025 HOF Ceremony

College of Education Holds 2025 Hall of Fame Ceremony, Honoring Seven Inductees 10/06/2025 12:18:19 PM The College of Education (CED) at Wichita State University held its fourth annual Hall of Fame Ceremony on September 26, 2025 at the Rhatigan Student Center. The event honored seven exceptional individuals and organizations for their outstanding…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/News/2025-hof-ceremony.php

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Tuesday Talks: What parents need to know

…Camille Childers, SHS director; Dr. Chris Leonard, Counseling and Prevention Services associate director; Caitlin Nolen, First-Year Programs intern; and Michelle Barger, a new college parent, as they discuss what parents need to know about keeping students healthy at Wichita State.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/13/tuesday-talks-what-parents-need-to-know-4/

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Attend last Rie Bloomfield Organ Series distinguished artist event

…artist event will take place at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 at Wiedemann Hall via Facebook Live. The event will feature organ virtuoso Christopher Houlihan, from Trinity College, Hartford, Connecticut. Houlihan perform a program including works by Bach, Mendelssohn, Dupré, Debussy, and Vierne on the great Marcussen organ at Wiedemann Hall.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/12/attend-last-rie-bloomfield-organ-series-distinguished-artist-event/

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Barton School of Business to award $40,000 in scholarships to Butler CC students

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is helping Butler Community College students interested in furthering their business education with $40,000 in scholarships. These scholarships will help amplify and activate the coordinated “2+2” program between the two schools where Butler students can receive their associates degree and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/27/barton-school-of-business-to-award-40000-in-scholarships-to-butler-cc-students/

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Tuesday Talks: What Parents Need to Know

…Camille Childers, SHS director, Dr. Chris Leonard, Counseling and Prevention Services associate director, Caitlin Nolen, First Year programs intern, and Michelle Barger, a new college parent, as they to discuss what parents need to know about keeping their students healthy at Wichita State.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/09/tuesday-talks-what-parents-need-to-know-2/

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Academic Affairs appoints executive director of Hispanic-Serving Initiatives

…partners and other institutions. She will also teach courses at WSU and serve as a graduate mentor for the Intervention Services and Leadership in Education department of the College of Applied Studies. Throughout her career in higher education, the core of Dr. Mata’s work has been to mentor and advocate for students. Dedicated to promoting undergraduate …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/07/academic-affairs-appoints-executive-director-of-hispanic-serving-initiatives/

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Philosophy Department announces Distinguished Speaker Series

The Philosophy Department Distinguished Speaker Series will this year host Dr. Kathryn Tabb from Bard College, for two talks: “Reasoning with the Mad: on Charles Darwin’s strange debt to John Locke.” 3:30 p.m. today.“John Locke on punishment.” 3:30 p.m. Thursday, April 29. Both events will be online, free, and open to the public. Email…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/04/22/philosophy-department-announces-distinguished-speaker-series/

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WSU announces new esports director

The College of Applied Studies at Wichita State University announced today that Travis Yang has been hired as the new director of varsity esports. In the new role, Yang takes charge of a successful program in its third year of competition. He will oversee recruiting, coaching, and team development while implementing strategic goals, fundraising, and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/03/wsu-announces-new-esports-director/

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Wichita State’s School of Nursing names new chair and associate dean of nursing practice

The College of Health Professions (CHP) at Wichita State University is pleased to announce Dr. Debra Pile as the chair for the School of Nursing and associate dean for Nursing Practice. Pile will succeed Dr. Voncella McCleary-Jones, who recently assumed the role of associate dean for Academic, Faculty and Student Affairs for the CHP. Pile has held the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/14/wichita-states-school-of-nursing-names-new-chair-and-associate-dean-of-nursing-practice/

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Employers requested for SCA Virtual Business, Engineering and Technology Career Fair Feb. 8

…Feb. 8 via Handshake. The event is requesting employers to sign up and recruit students from Wichita State University, WSU Tech, Fort Hays State University, and Butler Community College, who are looking for business, engineering, and technology-related career and internship opportunities.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/13/sca-virtual-business-engineering-and-technology-career-fair-feb-8-open-to-all-majors/

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Become a transfer student advocate

Were you a transfer student in college? The Transfer Student Working Group is developing a list of current faculty and staff who were or are transfer students. If you are interested in receiving more information about upcoming opportunities designed to support and celebrate transfer students or want to join the growing group of transfer advocates, fill out…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/24/become-a-transfer-student-advocate/

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Wichita State seniors partner with McConnell’s Innovation Lab

…Melles are creating an autonomous robot that uses ultraviolet C-lights (UVC) to clean grocery stores. The project is part of a senior design class taught by Andy Stallard, WSU College of Engineering Senior Design Experience lecturer and director.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/13/wichita-state-seniors-partner-with-mcconnells-innovation-lab/

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Dr. Bobby Berry recognized at 2022 Diversity and Inclusion Awards

Dr. Bobby Berry—Office of Diversity and Inclusion diversity and inclusion faculty fellow and assistant dean for diversity and outreach in College of Applied Studies—was recognized as one of the 2022 Diversity and Inclusion Award recipients by the Wichita Business Journal Ambassadors for Diversity and Inclusion event. The award honors Wichitans who work hard …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/19/dr-bobby-berry-recognized-at-2022-diversity-and-inclusion-awards/

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Take NCHA for chance to win red parking spot

…a drawing to win a red parking spot for an entire semester or other prizes including free massages and gift cards to the Shocker Store. The drawing is sponsored by the National College Health Assessment (NCHA) and the Prevention Services Advisory Board. To enter the drawing, fill out the NCHA survey sent to your Wichita State University email address. For…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/07/take-ncha-for-chance-to-win-red-parking-spot/

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STEM workshop at WSU creates unique corporate partnership opportunity

Once a year, the campus that is usually home to college students is instead filled with excited middle school girls. The Expanding Your Horizon’s program at WSU provides girls with the opportunity to explore the many possibilities of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) career. With the help of sponsorships from UnitedHealthcare and Boeing, the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/02/stem-workshop-at-wsu-creates-unique-corporate-partnership-opportunity/

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Second EVP/provost search forum scheduled for April 5

The EVP/Provost search committee welcomes the WSU community to attend an open forum Tuesday, April 5 with candidate Dr. Glen Krutz, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, professor of political science, and Puterbaugh Foundation Chair at Oklahoma State University. The one-hour forum is scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. in 208 Hubbard Hall. If you are unable…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/04/second-evp-provost-search-forum-scheduled-for-april-5/

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Enrique Navarro named associate dean of WSU Graduate School

Enrique Navarro, Fairmont College of Liberal Arts and Sciences associate professor of Spanish, has been named the new associate dean of the Graduate School, effective June 13. Navarro holds a doctorate in Hispanic Literature, a master’s in Spanish, and has a law degree from Spain. He has served as the Latin American and Latinx Studies certificate coordinator…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/06/08/enrique-navarro-named-associate-dean-of-wsu-graduate-school/

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Improve financial health at HealthQuest wellness webinar

…they discuss the Learning Quest 529 Education Savings Plan 11 a.m.-noon Tuesday, March 29. The plan is a tax-advantaged investment option to help cover the increasing costs of college or trade school. Registration is required for this event and to receive the link via email. A recording of the webinar will also be available within seven days of the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/18/improve-financial-health-at-healthquest-wellness-webinar/