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With $1 million gift, Gene and Yolanda Camarena will help students of color succeed at WSU | Wichita State News

…more diverse faculty. Hire a full-time diversity recruiter in the Admissions Department to boost enrollment of students of color. Based on their own experiences as college students from diverse backgrounds, the Camarenas said they recognize the financial and cultural barriers students of color can encounter. “We also understand the lifelong positive impact a…

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Dawna Raehpour finds passion for health care at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…and stepmother to three children, ranging in age from 15 to 32. "The Koplik Memorial Scholarship would help me finish strong at WSU,” she said. “With two kids in college and my reduced work opportunities due to COVID-19, finances are a challenge in our family. I know that making college affordable and accessible was a strong focus for Stanley Koplik,…

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Meeting needs of industry leads to new patents for university

…goes to the heart of what we mean when we say we are an economic driver for the state of Kansas,” said Dennis Livesay, dean of the College of Engineering. “We have the will and talent to provide innovative cost-saving solutions for companies, big and small.” Now, in addition to saving the local company money by eliminating the need to buy dedicated…

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Tutoring facility increases in numbers and provides a safe space for students | Wichita State news

… often recruited to jobs, internships and co-ops. “GEEKS has helped many students gain confidence in themselves and excel at Wichita State and in the College of Engineering,” Jacob said. “GEEKS is a safe space to meet new people, get help and create lifelong friendships.” Call Out Header College of Engineering Call Out Content Since 1928, Wichita State's…

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Meet a Shocker: Jose Miranda | Wichita State News

…It’s also home and I'm a Shocker basketball fan. What has been your biggest challenge as a student? The whole thing was a challenge being first in my family to attend college and a nontraditional student. My fiancée supported me by pushing me to apply or try something different and reminding me to study. The biggest challenge was not knowing what…

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Exploring Mars, shaping the future: Sejun Moon’s journey in multi-agent robotics | Wichita State News

…innovative programs to increase student access and success. Buttons Learn more about UReCA Style Position Image Image Credit Header College of Engineering Content Since 1928, Wichita State's College of Engineering has built a reputation for equipping engineering and computing students with the most complete education possible. From hands-on research …

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Wichita State director started as first-gen, limited-income student

… (SSS). She credits her success to the very program she serves. Dr. Linda Rhone “Quite frankly, I was a product of the program myself. I was a limited-income, first-generation college student,” Rhone said. “I would have never thought I would have achieved a doctorate in education. This program threw me a lifeline. My life has come full circle, and this has…

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Wichita State opens office to support faculty success | Wichita State News

…institution. The FARE office will collaborate with several departments across campus to deliver programs and services to support faculty, including Office of the Provost, College of Applied Studies, Office of Instructional Resources, Media Resources Center, Office of Hispanic Serving Initiatives and Office of Research. Janet Twomey “FARE will be an…

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Longtime Shocker fan excited to be an adult learner at WSU | Wichita State news

…he was diagnosed with a liver condition and was faced with the possibility of a liver transplant, he realized he still had a list of things to accomplish, with college being the top priority. “When you start looking at your own mortality, you begin to put things in perspective,” Eric said. A lot has changed since his enrollment in 1971. Back then, his…

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Wichita State's Karla Burns left a legacy of music and drama around the world | Wichita State News

…State, she earned bachelor’s degrees in music education and in speech/theater, both in 1981. In 2016, she was awarded an honorary doctorate and inducted into the College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame. She won the Laurence Olivier Award, Britain’s most prestigious theater award, in 1991 for her role as Queenie in the musical “Show Boat.” Burns, an operatic…

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125 Shocker pride points, part six | Wichita State News

…This is the fourth bullet This is the fifth bullet This is the sixth bullet What are we proud of at Wichita State University? 32. "Kansas' only..." in health professions The College of Health Professions (CHP) features the first and only Physician Assistant (PA) program in the state. Hundreds apply. Far fewer enter. 100% of Wichita State PA grads…

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Meet a Shocker: Hannah Schwemmer | Wichita State News

…choose Wichita State University? The piano program and teachers What applied learning experiences did you participate in during your time here? I have been a peer mentor for the College of Fine Arts since fall 2025. I competed in the Konrad Wolff-Bing chamber music competition in spring 2023 and 2022, placing third my second year. I also have been a part of …

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Meet a Shocker: Xavier Westbrook | Wichita State News

…two scholarships: Tony and Cathy Durano Endowed Scholarship and Adra C. Jones Endowed Scholarship. I'm truly blessed to have received these two scholarships, as they helped make college cheaper and got me one step closer to becoming an educator! What applied learning experiences did you participate in during your time here? My student teaching internship: I …

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Wichita State works with Airbus to prepare employees for using French during travels | Wichita State News

…Baldridge, chair of the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, sees the course as an important way the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences can interact with partners on the Innovation Campus. The relationship with Airbus began with instruction in German for employees traveling to Hamburg, Germany, one of the key sites for…

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Teaching other kids as a child sparked WSU junior's desire to become a teacher

…As a kid, Dennis discovered a love of teaching when she taught her younger brother and cousins on their home chalkboard. Learn more about scholarship opportunities in the College of Education, go to www.wichita.edu/education. Jazmin Dennis, a junior secondary education English major at Wichita State University, was awarded the J. Martyn Walsh…

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Wichita State awards $228,000 in engineering scholarships

…also will be designated as Wallace Scholars. Wallace Scholars are a community of more than 40 engineering students, representing every class and nearly every major in the College of Engineering. Wallace Scholars are involved on the WSU campus and within the Wichita community to promote engineering, math, science, leadership, and community service.…

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Meet a Shocker: Ashlyn Riggs | Wichita State News

…and organizations. Follow Wichita State on social media: LinkedIn Instagram YouTube X | Twitter Facebook Ashlyn Riggs is featured on Wichita State's episode of "The College Tour," talking about the College of Applied Studies. Watch the entire episode at wichita.edu/thecollegetour. Style Position Image Image Credit Header College of Applied Studies Content…

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Rudd Scholars at Wichita State: Amy Nguyen | Wichita State News

…other scholars. The Rudd Scholarship is beyond the dollar, which was extremely impactful. Being a first-generation student, I was extremely nervous about the transition into college and did not know who to reach out to for resources and answers. I took a wild shot and applied knowing it was a slim chance. Crazy enough, I was able to earn a spot in the…

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Meet a Shocker: Carlos Sosa | Wichita State News

…my studies without the financial burden. Thank you to Sheelu Surender and the Office of Financial Aid! What advice would you give other Wichita State students? College is your time to meet everyone and anyone. You and your peers are future professionals, so don’t forget to get involved, get engaged and build connections that will prove beneficial later in …

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WSU chosen as host of the 2023 National Science Olympiad | Wichita State News

…a chance to learn about STEM areas that they might not get a chance to in their regular classroom setting,” said Jill Fisher, community outreach coordinator for Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the national tournament director. “Competitions involve device-building, testing, lab work and written exams.” For example, teams might…

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