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Entrepreneur uses GoCreate to bring products to market

…Entrepreneur Todd Gentry knew he needed equipment and guidance. A 3D printer, a laser cutter and a garage door would help, too. “You can wheel big stuff in here,” he said. “You don't find that everywhere.” As GoCreate marks its second year, that access to tools, technology and advice is critical to Gentry and others. Gentry, from Winfield, is…

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Transparency opens lines of communication

…university administration has made several moves designed to increase transparency and expand communication. “How do we have a more effective dialogue about what's going on?” said Andy Schlapp, WSU chief of staff. “How do we listen more effectively? We share what we think is of interest, but sometimes people don't respond to ideas until they turn into…

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WSU enrolls largest freshman class in history and increases total enrollment by 4.7 percent

…years the record has been broken. Total student credit hours are 164,212 for fall 2018, an increase of 1.7 percent compared to fall 2017. According to Provost Rick Muma, “these gains are remarkable given the challenges we face in higher education such as the declining number of high school graduates, increased options for students, and the difficulties…

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WSU professor, student team up with Ocean Spray to stop tooth decay

…McDonald and graduate assistant Alisha Prince are trying to change the world, one mouth at a time. The team is teaming up with Ocean Spray to research synergistic properties contained in cranberries and other natural extracts that will, in theory, stop the decay of teeth and provide an alternative to traditional oral health care. WSU professor David…

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Wichita State University to honor Martin Luther King Jr. | Wichita State news

…Jr. holiday celebrates the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He brought unparalleled hope and equity to America. Dr. King created positive, sustainable change through the values of courage, compassion, justice, truth, dignity, humility and service. On this holiday, we commemorate his spirit, strength, love and legacy. This…

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Wichita State students learn how the military can offer interesting career paths

…connect them with military and labs and technologies that spark an interest in a career opportunity. Firepoint is a technology-transfer partnership and its work can help the Army maintain a supply of trained civilian workers. Neither Luke Kuffler nor Michael Hamlin entered Wichita State University aiming for a career in the Department of Defense. They knew…

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First-generation student never gave up on his dream

…David in his own words what going to college and earning his degree meant to him: The thought of college was weird to me. No one in my family had ever graduated from college. I said, "Well, what the hell. I’ll just choose a technical degree and work from there ... go work in the aircraft industry and make a living." (But) I had a little push from Yesennia:…

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Six WSU students named as new University Innovation Fellows

Six WSU students named new University Innovation Fellows Reyane Alfraih 12/10/2018 02:52:08 PM Dec 10, 2018 -- Six Wichita State students have been named University Innovation Fellows by Stanford University’s Hasso Plattner Institute of Design. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet…

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KMUW adds to its resources and reputation to engage community

… KMUW (89.1 FM) is the visible sign of the station’s new life – in place to engage with its neighbors, full of reporters and decorated with local art. The same goes for its on-air, on-line and in-person content. KMUW is building the resources and reputation to dive into Wichita and Kansas and use the world of public radio to deliver those messages. “The…

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Nursing instructor changed forever by hurricane relief work the story

…Nold spent two weeks in North Carolina earlier this fall providing medical assistance to victims of Hurricane Florence. Nold was deployed through his military service in the Air National Guard. He describes the experience as tough but rewarding. WSU School of Nursing instructor Richard Nold spent two weeks in North Carolina earlier this fall providing …

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Political science professor seeks to slay gerrymandering through research | Wichita State News

…Ulrich director, believes that Amos' research is a perfect fit for the exhibition series. "'Solving for X' seeks to showcase WSU’s most innovative research,” Brothers said. “Brian’s work is right up there. As this election cycle heats up, it will be even more important for people to understand the challenges we face preventing gerrymandering. This…

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Wichita State students gather to solve world's pressing issues | Wichita State News

…Students collaborated in the John Bardo Center from later afternoon Friday, Feb. 14, until Final Competition on Sunday. They spent the weekend researching and brainstorming solutions, designing a prototype, filming and editing a 90-second video commercial, developing a business plan and crafting their 10-minute pitch presentation. The winning team, …

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Wichita State awards education scholarships to five high schoolers | Wichita State News

…and if you're eligible, we'll send you an automatic scholarship offer. You could also qualify for some of the more than $100 million in other scholarships and financial aid we award each year. In addition, many of our out-of-state students qualify for in-state or reduced tuition. Button Link Learn more about WSU scholarships

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Wichita State’s expanded partnership with USD 259 creates new opportunities for young men of color | Wichita State News

…and Equity for Wichita Public Schools, and kicked off with nearly 500, 7th and 8th grade scholars with a 3.25 GPA or better, no office referrals and strong attendance. The program aims to create a positive peer group of males of color and encourage scholastic achievement. Now an expansion to that partnership will focus on those BAASE members as they continue…

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From one student to another: Protect your mental health in the midst of COVID-19

… eating plenty of fruit and veggies and doing lots of sudoku puzzles helps me. Do what you need to do to feel empowered. A disruption like this can often affect daily schedules. I know that when I don’t have to leave my house for school or work, all I want to do is cuddle with my dog and watch Netflix. After a couple days of this, however, my mood drops…

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Wichita State announces eight new Koch Scholars

…program for the fall 2020 semester. Each of the students will receive between $30,000 and $45,000 during their four-year attendance at WSU. This competitive scholarship program is aimed at high school seniors enrolling in the College of Engineering or the W. Frank Barton School of Business. Scholarship selection is based on high academic achievement, work…

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Emergency fund launched to help WSU students cope with COVID-19-related difficulties | Wichita State News

…State University students struggle with ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic, the WSU Foundation has created a new fund to help them overcome financial hardships and remain focused on their education. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This…

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Innovation Award winners continue to shine brightly | Wichita State News

…“I’ve had a lot of experiences getting to cover sports, and a lot of those opportunities I created for myself. I know a lot of people don’t have that ability,” she said. “People always ask me how I get to do what I do, so I thought – why not just start something for other students to get to hands-on experience in the sports industry?” Aliyah created…

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Ad Astra Coalition created to help in the fight against COVID-19 | Wichita State News

Ad Astra Coalition created to help in the fight against COVID-19 WSU Strategic Communications 04/09/2020 08:30:24 AM April 9, 2020 -- A coalition of businesses and government partners, the Ad Astra Coalition has joined together to answer some of the challenges being created in Wichita and Kansas by the COVID-19 pandemic. The coalition is co-led by Airbus…

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Wichita State Ph.D Cindy Miller helps Harley-Davidson design a better ride | Wichita State News

…guidance and conducts testing to deliver ergonomic, usability and user experience performance. “It’s important for a rider to feel comfortable, as well as confident,” she said. Cindy Miller worked on an exhibit at the Sedgwick County Zoo as a student at Wichita State, experience she said is valuable in the real world. Miller earned her Ph.D in Human…

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