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Diversity, Non-Discrimination and Related Materials - College of Applied Studies

…access to social power and privilege based upon membership in their social group. White Wealthy Men English-Speaking Heterosexual Gifted or Advanced RACE CLASS GENDER LANGUAGE SEXUALITY ABILITY/DISABILITY Person of Color Poverty Women English-Language Learner Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Special Education or Remedial Caruthers, L., & Friend, J.…

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Diversity, Non-Discrimination and Related Materials - Student Affairs

…butt lift Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) Forehead contouring and hairline advancement Blepharoplasty (eye and lid modification) Cheek augmentation Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) Lip augmentation Mandibular angle reduction' Genioplasty (chin width reduction) Other facial rejuvenation procedure Non-Surgical facial feminization Hair Removal Laser (more…

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2023 Wichita State Annual Report: Inclusive Excellence

…continues to be a number one priority for Wichita State University. Wichita State believes that diversity is key to each Shocker flourishing, educational excellence, and advancement of knowledge. This commitment is evident in our focus on serving all students through development of new academic programs such as the Bachelor’s in American Sign Language;…

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College of Applied Studies inducts members into Hall of Fame

…force behind the establishment of the Sport Management programs and an internationally recognized sports management scholar. Jackson Powell, dean from 1950 to 1966, who advanced the college in multiple ways, including convincing Frank Lloyd Wright to design a new education center in Wichita. Twyla Sherman, former faculty, in recognition of her 42 years of…

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Wichita State scientists working to improve quantum technology

…materials make it possible to develop precise and accurate lasers for use in LASIK surgery. GPS systems can be made more secure and impossible to jam. These applications and advances rely on scientists to find better, more efficient ways to produce quantum technology. “Congress enacted the National Quantum Initiative Act in 2018 to fast-track quantum…

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Wichita State physicist studies the mysteries of neutrinos

…particles of nature. “Understanding those fundamental particles has always led to really important practical advances for society like electronics and nuclear energy, and different potential sources and ways to produce energy,” Muether said. “Neutrinos are really interesting because they don’t fit into this standard theory. They are important in…

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Fairmount College faculty: Mark Schneegurt weaves creativity of science into research

…science. At least, it’s my kind of science.” Science, Schneegurt testifies, requires not only adaptability, but collaboration. Lots of collaboration. “Advances are made at the interfaces between disciplines and perspectives,” he said. “If I only talked to people that know what I know, we wouldn't get very far.” Four faculty members at Wichita State…

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Wichita State certificate helps fill the need for Spanish interpreters

…and interpreting. Rodriguez has been in several settings where she’s been able to do interpreting work, including dentistry. “At my former job with Advanced Education in General Dentistry, I interpreted during dental exams and procedures, helping facilitate communication between providers and Spanish-speaking patients,” Rodriguez said. “One of my…

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Professor and former student to change reading experience for visually impaired

… a sense of urgency with this. If you are teaching at WSU, your class has to be fully accessible, including your materials,” DeFrain said. His courses, Graphic Novels, Advanced Studies in the Graphic Novel, and Digital Humanities, will be immediately impacted by Vizling. DeFrain and Rodriguez hope that Vizling will be completed within the next two years. To …

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Department of Women’s, Ethnicity, and Intersectional Studies reflects complexities of gender, sexuality, ethnicity and race

…material realities of people’s lives; Recognize the long tradition of women’s participation and engagement in government, politics and societal advancement in Kansas. “The focus on intersectionality will empower students with multidimensional lenses that create awareness and understanding of practices, policies, and structures that are central in people’s …

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Abdinnour featured in the Wichita Business Journal

…edge over humans when it comes to data-driven decision making, it can’t compete on qualitative tasks. That, however, is changing. Natural language processing (NLP) tools have advanced rapidly and can help with writing, coding, and discipline-specific reasoning. Companies that want to make use of this new tech should focus on the following: 1) Identify…

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Barton School’s Spero Program Honored with 2026 Wichita Business Journal Innovation Award

…graduates secured employment, with starting compensation averaging approximately $40,000 plus benefits. Entrepreneurship participants advanced or launched ventures supported by mentoring, market analysis tools, and early-stage growth guidance. “Innovation isn’t just about new ideas—it’s about models that actually work and can scale,” said Walter Berry, …

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State of Kansas Honors Barton School of Business with Centennial Proclamation

…1926, the Barton School of Business has built a legacy rooted in strong regional origins while driving global impact. Over the past century, the school has advanced business education, fostered innovation and prepared leaders to navigate complex challenges in a dynamic economy. “This proclamation is a powerful recognition of the Barton School’s first 100…

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Silicon Valley CEO Coming Back to Wichita as Barton School’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence

…Valley entrepreneur, investor and marketing professional,” said Thomas. “Marketing has evolved in some extraordinary ways over the past 25 years with many new advancements to come. In addition to the lessons I’ve learned, I look forward to revealing the innovations that I believe will have the greatest impact in the next five years.” As the Barton…

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Wichita marks first anniversary of Spero Day, highlighting workforce initiative led by the Barton School

…with 28 employers, and graduated 80 participants across its Career Readiness and Entrepreneurship cohorts. Graduates have secured employment with leading regional employers, advanced in their careers and begun developing new business ventures. “Spero demonstrates what is possible when universities, employers and community partners align around a shared…

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Harpool featured in WalletHub

…edge over humans when it comes to data-driven decision making, it can’t compete on qualitative tasks. That, however, is changing. Natural language processing (NLP) tools have advanced rapidly and can help with writing, coding, and discipline-specific reasoning. Companies that want to make use of this new tech should focus on the following: 1) Identify…

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Barton School Awards $15,000 as part of Interdisciplinary Business Challenge

…disciplines, think independently and build meaningful connections all while delivering high-level work under pressure.” Following the initial round, six teams advanced to the semifinal stage held Saturday, May 2. From there, three teams moved on to the final round, where they presented their recommendations to a new panel of judges composed of industry…

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Gruetzemacher authors article featured in Harvard Business Review

… edge over humans when it comes to data-driven decision making, it can’t compete on qualitative tasks. That, however, is changing. Natural language processing (NLP) tools have advanced rapidly and can help with writing, coding, and discipline-specific reasoning. Companies that want to make use of this new tech should focus on the following: 1) Identify text …

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Meet New Hospitality Board Members Ryan Bond, Nick Esterline and Erik Johnson

…strong teams are the foundation of strong guest experiences. Ryan Bond has built his career focused on that connection. After joining Thrive Restaurant Group in 2011, Bond advanced through leadership roles before becoming chief people officer, helping guide cultural, brand and operational transformation across the organization. Bond’s work focuses on…

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Barton School Alumnus Steve Feilmeier Leads Innovative Homebuilding Venture Focused on Housing Affordability

…its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Wichita, marking an important milestone in its mission to expand access to affordable, high-quality housing through innovation and advanced construction methods. The company was founded on a simple but ambitious idea: high-quality homes should cost significantly less. It is pursuing that vision by reimagining …

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