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Professor examines COVID-19's effect on democracy

Professor examines COVID-19's effect on democracy Cheryl Miller 08/19/2020 07:02:59 AM Aug. 19. 2020 — The first talk in Wichita State’s Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences “Perspectives on the Pandemics: Part II” series will feature Dinorah Azpuru. A professor of political science, Azpuru researches issues related to democracy. Her talk,…

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Advisory council created to help Wichita State drive regional economy | Wichita State News

Wichita State creates Advisory Council to help retain talent, drive economy Strategic Communications 08/28/2020 03:40:04 AM August 28, 2020 - Growing and diversifying the regional economy is a primary goal for Wichita State University. To assist with those efforts, Wichita State University President Dr. Jay Golden has created the President’s Innovation and…

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Animation students build portfolios with real-world clients | Wichita State News

…to movie theater popcorn, Shocker Studios’ animation students are building diverse portfolios of work. Through Wichita State University’s partnerships, animators-in-training have been able to gain practical experience with industry leaders, such as Spirit AeroSystems. Students in Wichita State's School of Digital Arts get hands-on learning experience …

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

… 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 college education can have on each student as well as…

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Meeting needs of industry leads to new patents for university

…an app that could control the doors remotely by smartphone instead. “My field is wireless and mobile communications and this project was fitting my area very well,” said Eslami, an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical engineering and Computer Science. Working with colleagues Dr. Abu Asaduzzaman and Mohammad H. Erjaei, his former graduate…

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Shocker graduate named Kansas Superintendent of the Year | Wichita State News

…career when he realized he missed being in a classroom setting and assisting students. Dr. Cory Gibson “I had a unique opportunity during high school to be a classroom aid for at an elementary school. Being around teachers and students was a catapult for me to move forward into the field of education,” Gibson said. “Even though those experiences were…

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Wichita State takes suicide-prevention campaign national

Wichita State takes suicide-prevention campaign national WSU Strategic Communications 08/31/2020 04:46:37 PM Aug. 31, 2020 -- As a way to promote suicide prevention, Wichita State University is expanding the #WeSupportU Suspenders4Hope campaign throughout the country in hopes of creating positive change in communities regarding mental health and suicide…

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Wichita State athletic trainer Tom Reeves helped his athletes to the end | Wichita State News

Wichita State's Tom Reeves helped his athletes through horror of plane crash Paul Suellentrop 09/30/2020 09:52:33 AM Sept. 30, 2020 - Wichita State athletic trainer Tom Reeves was known as a man devoted to his athletes on the football team. His sense of humor and caring touch helped them through injuries and difficulties. On Oct. 2, 1970, he helped survivors…

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Wichita State alumni reminisce about visiting the 1970 plane crash site | Wichita State News

… the 1970 plane crash site Jane Lickteig, marketing intern 09/30/2020 03:35:28 PM Sept. 30, 2020 — Over the years, many hikers have trekked to the crash site of the plane that claimed the lives of 31 souls — including 14 members of the Wichita State University football team, 14 staff and boosters, and three crew members. This is the first bullet. Use what…

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Additions to Memorial '70 complete the story of survivors, teammates | Wichita State News

…'70 at Wichita State University. The names of teammates who landed safely in Utah that day are a fitting addition to the existing upright Memorial ’70 monument. “One of the main reasons we did what we did, was so the future generations would know that there were survivors,” architect Randy Phillips said. “And how their lives were impacted, especially since…

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Reasearchers work to understand blue-green algae and mitigate its threat

…beautiful, blue-green algae can produce toxins that are linked to illness, or even death, in humans and animals. “It can have a huge economic impact,” said Dr. Brian Bohnsack, program manager for Wichita State’s Environmental Finance Center. “When it explodes or blooms on a reservoir, you don't want to be out there, so that affects tourism, as well the…

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125 Shocker pride points, part six | Wichita State News

…a wide range of low-cost preventative, therapeutic and educational services. 33. First Year Research Experience (FYRE) The First Year Research Experience is a new program at WSU aimed to build a community of STEM students, faculty and professionals to support STEM majors or potential majors as they form identities as members of the scientific community.…

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Hyatt Place at Wichita State to celebrate official opening

…State’s Innovation Campus, within walking distance of Fuzzy’s Tacos, Journey East Asia Grill, the Shocker Store and Starbucks, as well as such businesses as Airbus Americas, NetApp, the Law Enforcement Training Center and soon Deloitte’s Smart Factory @ Wichita. It is also just minutes from access to K-96 and 135, making traveling to and from the…

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From one student to another: How to protect your mental health when it’s dreary outside | Wichita State News

…music and cat-themed Halloween decorations fill my joy tank for a few months. The trees change from dark green to speckled orange, and there is a delicate crispness in the air. Fall is the season many of us look forward to throughout the year, but it is important to also consider the difficulties that come along with the changing weather. When the cold…

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This is the headline of the story

…at WSU, and I think we’re all still learning the advantages we have on our campus,” says Hunsicker. “I never thought I would work with NIAR. I mean, they build airplane parts. But here I am.” Learn more about the Gapper. Call Out Header Sidebar info Call Out Content text of sidebar Button Link Optional Button test Credit test

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Wichita State, WSU Tech announce fall enrollment numbers | Wichita State News

… the past 30 years.Meanwhile, WSU Tech saw 4,607 students enroll in classes this fall with an FTE of 2,780, a 4.2% decrease from last year. Despite the decline, fall 2020 still remains the second largest fall enrollment in college history. With the later start date for public schools this year, high school students were unable to enroll in college credit…

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Shocker alums power through the unprecedented as school principals

…thousands of other school principals around the nation are pioneers in pandemic school leadership. Get to know two Shockers who are leading their schools through the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cindy Graves Bachelor of Elementary Education, 1992; Master of Educational Leadership, 2005 Cindy Graves It’s safe to say that no other principal in the…

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Army awards WSU-NIAR additional $13.5 million for high-speed missile materials research | Wichita State News

…50 years of flight-proven materials, Fiber Materials, Inc., now a Spirit AeroSystems company, is a proven industry leader in materials for extreme flight conditions,” said Duane Hawkins, senior vice president; president, Defense, Spirit AeroSystems. “Spirit also brings distinctive materials and production capabilities that complement NIAR’s research and…

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NIAR receives $13.7 million from Air Force for advanced composites research | Wichita State News

NIAR receives $13.7 million from Air Force for advanced composites research Strategic Communications 11/12/2020 01:58:18 PM Nov. 12, 2020 — The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) has received another $13.7 million contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to extend the Modeling for Affordable, Sustainable Composites…

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Meet a Shocker: Jenna Maxwell

… what I need to get done helps me to visualize the tasks that need to be completed. I also am an organized student. Each of my classes has a different color in my planner. Again, this helps me to visualize what all I need to get done. Once I have finished a task, I get such a satisfying feeling being able to cross it off on the to-do list. What are your…

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