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Applied learning abounds within Wichita State’s digital twin program | Wichita State News

…National Institute for Aviation Research’s digital twin program has been rife with opportunities to progress research, digital transformation, engineering technology and sustainability efforts. It’s also been an important career steppingstone and training ground for more than 250 Wichita State University students, who have gained valuable applied learning…

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Meet a Shocker: Fall 2021 Graduates

…at Wichita State University and the future they see for themselves. Christopher Wright Christopher Wright not only has a job as a communication and navigation technician in the Air Force but is now graduating with a physics degree. “It has taken me 15 years to complete this bachelor's. If you were to ask me if I would change anything, my likely answer…

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Barton School of Business to award $40,000 in scholarships to Butler CC students | Wichita State News

…pursue a business degree at WSU. “The partnership between our schools is vital to giving students accessible opportunities to pursue their educational journeys,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School of Business. “We believe this program will give interested students a road map for success by helping them graduate with a business degree and…

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WSU Barton School of Business surpasses $1 million scholarship landmark | Wichita State News

…the goal of providing an accessible, affordable and impactful higher education for all students. “Giving our students opportunities they deserve is our top priority,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School of Business. “$1 million in scholarships is life changing for so many of our students. This wouldn’t be possible without the support of our …

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777 Freighter conversion program completes first flight tests | Wichita State News

…Modification Center’s 777-300ERCF passenger-to-freighter conversion program April 26. The flight is the first in a series of flight tests scheduled to take place at Air Capital Flight Line over the next several weeks. The three-hour flight, piloted by NIAR WERX test pilots Doug Benjamin and Jerry Whites, was conducted to capture data on the aircraft’s…

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Dr. Shirley Lefever named next EVP/provost of Wichita State University | Wichita State News

…During her tenure as dean, enrollment in the college grew more than 60%, and several new programs were added — including the Teacher Apprentice Program, which remains one of the largest enrolled programs at the university. As interim EVP and provost, Lefever has continued to support WSU’s enrollment efforts, which have led to record growth, while…

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WSU team selected for NASA SUITS Design Challenge | Wichita State News

WSU team selected for NASA SUITS Design Challenge Abigail Klein, Strategic Communications public relations advisor 02/21/2022 11:23:53 AM Feb. 21, 2022 — A proposal submitted by an interdisciplinary Wichita State University team of seven members was selected for the top 10 in the 2021-22 NASA Space Suit Interface Technologies for Students (SUITS) Design…

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Wichita State University announces eight new Koch Scholar recipients | Wichita State News

Wichita State University announces nine new Koch Scholar recipients Abigail Klein, public relations advisor 02/25/2022 01:16:01 PM Feb. 25, 2022 — Wichita State’s Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College is proud to announce nine recipients of the Koch Scholars Program for the fall 2022 semester. These eight recipients will each be awarded $30,000 over the next…

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Internships with Lockheed Martin and Toyota help student prepare for the future | Wichita State News

Internships with Lockheed Martin and Toyota help student prepare for the future Abigail Klein, public relations advisor 02/11/2022 03:50:28 PM Feb. 11, 2022 — As a young boy growing up in Oklahoma City Nicolas Reyes loved to hear the hum of the fighter jets from the nearby Tinker Air Force Base. Nicolas Reyes — a junior studying electrical engineering in…

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Wichita State students led 1958 sit-in at whites-only lunch counter | Wichita State News

… a landmark event in the Civil Rights Movement. NBC’s “Today” featured the events in a 2021 broadcast. “They couldn’t sit in there to eat or drink,” said Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle, vice president and chief diversity office for Wichita State University’s Military and Veterans Affairs. “They were the first, and that’s the most important piece for us to…

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Catching up with Klose recipient Juan Aguilar | Wichita State News

…he made the decision to apply for the Klose Scholarship years ago. “It has allowed me to focus on my studies without having to worry about whether my tuition will be paid,” Juan said. “As a low-income, first-generation student, the financial aid offered at WSU is by far my favorite thing.” Juan has learned more about what it takes to be a qualified and…

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Estate gift from the late Richard "Dick" Smith will fund $11 million in scholarships at Wichita State, KU | Wichita State News

…These full-ride scholarships are considered among the most prestigious a university can award. “Kansas families: that’s who benefits from this gift,” Muma said. “While it’s a rare and precious opportunity for Wichita State and KU to receive a gift as sizable as Mr. Smith’s, it’s Kansas families who will ultimately benefit from Dick’s generosity and…

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Air Force awards $100 million to continue WSU NIAR’s B-1 Digital Engineering program | Wichita State News

Air Force awards $100 million to continue WSU NIAR’s B-1 Digital Engineering program Strategic Communications 03/09/2022 08:52:42 AM On March 9, 2022, the B-1 System Program Office (SPO), Tinker AFB, OK awarded a six-year, $100 million follow-on contract to Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) to continue the B-1’s…

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Wichita State to welcome 16 new Rudd Scholars in fall 2022 | Wichita State News

…Rudd Scholars graduate from college debt-free, but also their hands-on deployment of additional networking, mentoring and fellowship activities for their students.” said Bobby Gandu, assistant vice president and director of undergraduate admissions. “Based on the track record from the first four classes of Rudd Scholars, this fifth class will be…

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WSU College of Engineering awards $313,500 in Wallace Scholarships | Wichita State News

… High School in Prosper, Texas — aerospace engineering Jordan Manning —Mill Valley High School in Shawnee, Kansas — aerospace engineering Brady Martin — Maize (Kansas) High School — electrical engineering Olivia O’Reilly — Liberty (Missouri) High School — electrical engineering Jack Peterson — Washington Preparatory Academy in Overland Park, Kansas —…

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Recovery Connect offers help to groups affected by COVID-19 | Wichita State News

…efforts from COVID-19. Recovery Connect focuses on helping people, small businesses and non-profits find existing resources in the community. Groups can submit resources available to the community at the website. Individuals, small businesses, and non-profits can connect with a Recovery Connect Specialist on the phone (316--978-6737) or in-person to talk…

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$540,000 gift helps WSU Barton School launch Student Career Development Office | Wichita State News

…Credit Union to expand the W. Frank Barton School of Business’ career efforts with the formation of the Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD). The OCPD is aimed at linking academic programs to meaningful personal and professional lives by preparing Barton School undergraduate and graduate students to land quality internships and employment…

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Meet a Shocker: Emily Crawford | Wichita State News

…Strategist 05/12/2022 11:02:22 AM May 12, 2022 — Emily Crawford earned her elementary education degree by way of the Teacher Apprentice Program while working full-time and raising five children. 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 is the fifth …

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NIAR WERX announces MRO program expansion with Erickson Precision Ventures | Wichita State News

…at Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) and Erickson Precision Ventures have reached an agreement to work cooperatively on modification, maintenance and engineering for various Boeing and Airbus aircraft. 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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Home for digital transformation rising on Innovation Campus | Wichita State News

…Engineering and Testing Lab and others added to the university's progress. “We’ve been building these capabilities and technical knowledge and skill for quite a while,” said Tonya Witherspoon, associate vice president, Industry Engagement & Applied Learning. “What we want to do is open up those technical skills and industry to a broader range of industry. …

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