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

…Kansas, is an intern lead in the sustainment department. He said the digital twin program is a major advancement for vehicle modification and maintenance, and he’s picked up useful skills through his work. “I’ve learned skills like data management, how to interpret engineering drawings, and have furthered my communication and analytical skills,” he said. …

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WSU professor wins grant from Alfred P. Sloan Foundation for his work to assist the visually impaired | Wichita State News

…Doron Weber, vice president and program director at the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. "Sloan’s Universal Access to Knowledge program aims to use the latest advances in digital information technology to make the fruits of scientific and cultural knowledge available for the widest public benefit under fair, equitable and secure conditions.” The grant is the…

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Wichita State University announces nine new Koch Scholar recipients | Wichita State Nes

…an Orchestra Officer, vice president of the Construction Club, and community outreach manager for the National Honor Society. He also serves as a tutor for advanced academic courses and is a WSU Distinguished Scholarship Invitational finalist. In his personal time, Stewart is a mentor and merit badge counselor for his former scout troop and currently serves …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/02-feb/Koch_Scholars2022_1.php

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WSU School of Nursing receives endowed RN to BSN scholarship | Wichita State News

…School of Nursing in 1970. She practiced 24 years in the perioperative setting as a staff nurse, holding certification in perioperative nursing. Hazen advanced to head nurse in the operating room and then education manager in surgery and perioperative services. In 1981, Hazen earned a baccalaureate degree in nursing, and in 1983 she earned a master's…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/03-march/hazen_rn-bsn_scholarship_1.php

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WSU’s engineering grad program top 60 in the nation and highest in Kansas | Wichita State News

…which is evident by this prestigious ranking from U.S. News and World Report,” said Dr. Rick Muma, president of Wichita State. “In addition to the advancements made by our researchers, recognition from our peers and outside influencers that Wichita State is a preeminent urban-serving research institution is a value-added as we work to serve our…

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Rap star Wale performing live concert at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…is the sixth bullet Grammy-nominated rap star, actor and advocate Wale will perform in concert at Wichita State University at 8 p.m. Friday, April 15, in Charles Koch Arena. Advanced tickets prices are $10 WSU students, $18 for faculty/staff and $25 for the general public. All day-of tickets are $25. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Koch Arena…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/03-march/wale_concert_release_7.php

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Message from President Muma on higher education funding | Wichita State News

…a $25 million investment from the Legislature. The HSEC, which is expected to be completed in 2026, will be a 400,000-square-foot facility to house shared spaces for advanced laboratories, clinical research and technology. The high-tech facility will draw students, educators and researchers from around the country — attracting talent and resources to the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/05-may/state_funding_muma_4.php

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ATF opening Crime Gun Intelligence Center of Excellence at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…which houses WSU’s Department of Criminal Justice on our Innovation Campus, creates an applied learning trifecta for our students, giving them access to advanced education and hands-on training to prepare them for careers in public safety and law enforcement,” Muma said. Digital transformation in action The Center of Excellence will also serve as a…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/06-jun/atf_wsu_release_4.php

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WSU design to modify planes for wheelchair access gets international recognition | Wichita State News

…WC19 certified manual and power wheelchairs to be used as a seat on board commercial airlines. The Fly Your Wheels Suite — designed by NIAR researchers and students in the Advanced Virtual Engineering and Test Labs (AVET), in collaboration with Collins Aerospace and Q’Straint — can be implemented near the first-class cabin of a single-aisle aircraft, such as…

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

…and development. Located in Wichita, Kansas, the heart of North America’s aerospace industry; KMC brings together the best technologically advanced teams necessary to accomplish one of the most formidable and challenging passenger-to-freighter conversions in today’s stringent regulatory environment. About Wichita State Wichita State University serves …

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WSU's NIAR ATLAS announces NASA Space Apps hackathon in Wichita | Wichita State News

…formation. The deadline to register for the Wichita event is Sunday Sept. 18. Learn more about the competition and register. The hackathon is hosted by the NIAR’s Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) and will take place in the ATLAS labs. SpaceApps, which started in 2012, is the largest annual global hackathon in the world. This year’s …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/08-aug/hackathon_3.php

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Enrollment increases at Wichita State thanks to focus on student experience and economic growth | Wichita State University

… Master of Counseling Bachelor of Applied Arts in Media Arts WSU Tech Culinary Arts Digital Marketing Professional Pilot Alternative Fuel Maintenance & Advanced Electronics Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone) Registered Nurse Cloud Computing The Get-to-WERX program, a collaboration between Wichita State University, WSU Tech and NIAR WERX, had its first fall…

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Wichita Space Apps Hackathon announces winners of NASA challenge | Wichita State News

…all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. All teams used NASA’s open-source data to complete their project solutions. The event was hosted by NIAR’s Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems Oct. 1-2. “We hosted the challenge to provide an opportunity to put the talent of Wichitans on the map in a global challenge,” said Waruna Seneviratne, research…

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Wichita State University names seven new Koch Scholar recipients | Wichita State News

…and Fellowship of Christian Athletes as the worship leader. She was also involved in varsity cross-country and track and interned at Textron Aviation in advanced design engineering. She also volunteered at her church’s nursery and taught lessons about God to the children. Margaret is excited to network with her equally driven peers within the honors…

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WSU wins Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2023 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition

… State’s award-winning model will amplify the impact and success of Growth Accelerator Partnerships and will work to foster and facilitate a thriving national ecosystem that advances equitable investment in innovative high-growth small businesses. “Our goal is to ensure that entrepreneurs with technology-focused innovations have access to the resources,…

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Wichita State University earns finalist honor for APLU Innovation & Economic Prosperity University Awards

…Thanks to a grant from the federal Economic Development Administration awarded to WSU in 2022, the university will construct a new Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research on the Innovation Campus to aid in the rapid development and adoption of emerging smart manufacturing technologies for South Kansas industry partners. Beyond engineering, Wichita…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/07-july/aplu_release_2.php

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Wichita State and Ascension Via Christi are affiliating to grow the pipeline of health care professionals | Wichita State News

…in our overall success and prosperity," said Wichita State Provost and Executive Vice President Dr. Shirley Lefever. "This collaboration connects our students with advanced professional opportunities, addresses the need for qualified health care workers in our state, and further establishes Wichita as a health care hub for our region. It also…

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Wichita State receives SBA funding to assist STEM-focused small businesses | Wichita State News

…and development. The SBA’s 2023 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition Stage Two funded 35 accelerator partnerships to foster a thriving national innovation ecosystem that advances equitable investment in innovative startups and high growth small businesses. The funding awarded to Wichita State Strategic Initiatives will be geared toward domestic…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/09-sept/sba_4.php

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Wichita State chosen as site for Kansas’ first Internet Exchange Point | Wichita State News

…nationally.” Rob Dickson, chief information officer of Wichita Public Schools, says this represents more than simply a technological advancement. “We're heralding a new era of connectivity and digital empowerment,” Dickson says. “This state-of-the-art IXP represents a monumental leap towards enhancing the digital infrastructure of our state. It promises…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/11-nov/ixp_3.php

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Wichita State, NASA lead research for improved in-space manufacturing plans

…initiatives with a wide range of dissemination and outreach activities will attract students to pursue data science and advanced manufacturing studies, research and careers, especially female and underrepresented minority groups. About Wichita State University Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling more…

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