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Sold-Out Barton School “Beyond” Hall of Fame Gala Surpasses $1 Million for Student Success

…leadership: Paul Allen, CEO of Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C., recognized for advancing the accounting profession across Kansas and strengthening civic initiatives. Dan Carney, co-founder of Pizza Hut, honored for his entrepreneurial vision and longstanding philanthropic impact in Wichita. Steve Feilmeier, managing director of the Feilmeier Family Office…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/02-23-2026-beyond-hall-of-fame-2026.php

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WSU Customer Profile

If you are interested in consulting with WSU Initiatives regarding a novel innovation or technology you have created, complete the form below and a member of our team will contact you. SI WSU Customer Profile

https://www.wichita.edu/research/WSUInitiatives/wsu-customer-profile-form.php

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Steering Committee | Shocktoberfest | Wichita State University

…The role of the Shocktoberfest Student Committee Chairperson is to guide the committee in the successful planning and execution of Shocktoberfest's student-centered programs and initiatives. Maintains a mission focused approach around promoting Shocker Pride and enhancing School Spirit Facilitates goal setting and develops actionable steps to facilitate…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/activities_traditions/Shocktoberfest/steering_committee.php

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Barton School of Business Names Smita Srivastava as Associate Dean for Faculty and Research

…& Practice, and reflects a strong trajectory toward high-impact scholarship. In her new role, Dr. Srivastava will lead the development of schoolwide systems and spearhead new initiatives to strengthen instructional quality, increase research productivity, and expand external funding. Her responsibilities include building faculty development pipelines,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/04-28-26-smita-srivastava-appointment.php

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From books to screens, Kathy Downes helped Wichita State students find information for 43 years | Wichita State News

…opened in April and the E.K. and Kathlien Edmiston 24-Hour Study Room was renovated in 2020. Both of these initiatives were driven by a desire to meet the evolving needs of the student body. “She’s leaving some big shoes to fill,” Lefever said. “She has been a constant at WSU for a long time and the campus community as a whole, admires and respects her …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/08-aug/downes_2.php

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15 years and counting: Wichita State is top transfer destination in Kansas | Wichita State News

…clear sense of purpose and a strong commitment to completing their degree and advancing their careers,” said Bobby Gandu, associate vice provost for strategic enrollment initiatives and director of undergraduate admissions. The milestone underscores Wichita State’s continued focus on creating accessible pathways for students seeking to build on previous…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/08-aug/15transfer_1.php

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Coleen Pugh named new dean of WSU Graduate School

…innovative academic offerings for students seeking new degree options and alternative credentials, building, leading and growing university-wide, faculty-based research initiatives, and increasing private fundraising to support graduate school initiatives.” Pugh will continue to create funded research at Wichita State with a new polymer synthesis lab,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2019/05-may/grad_school_pugh.php

WSU Newsletters

Mid-semester update on federal actions and university response

…requirements. Some of these efforts include: Reviewing the university’s strategic plan, which includes our inclusive excellence goal. Changes to the WSU website, programs, initiatives and events as the university works to ensure continued compliance. You may notice disclaimer language on some web pages currently under review. Some members of our campus…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/26/mid-semester-update-on-federal-actions-and-university-response/

Majors

Business Analytics, Master's

…aerospace industries. Curriculum The degree offers you two track options: management and data science. The management track focuses on developing capabilities in leading analytics initiatives. The data science track focuses on the use of innovative tools and techniques in data analytics. Courses are a mix of 16-week classes and eight-week hybrid classes.…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/majors/index.php?program=business_analytics_ms

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

…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 manufacturing and production. It will provide funding for three primary initiatives: Expand relationships to grow the ecosystem through…

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

WSU Newsletters

Wichita State University budget update

…pipeline that meets employer needs; and increasing economic prosperity through higher education that benefits the Kansas economy. This means staying focused on key growth initiatives that have left us in better shape than most other universities, including our investment in strategic enrollment management plans, paid applied learning for students,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/04/wichita-state-university-budget-update/

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Two new appointments, one position reconfigured in Fairmount College Dean's Office

…time to degree, exposure to curricular and co-curricular experiences, and engagement in high quality academic programming. Bolin will be responsible for data-driven retention initiatives; recruitment initiatives; assessment and program review; course scheduling; enrollment goals; curricular development; and consulting with the Fairmount College Student …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2018/10-oct/LAS_positions.php

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

…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 manufacturing and production. It will provide funding for three primary initiatives: Expand relationships to grow the ecosystem through…

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

Jobs at WSU

Robotics Mechanical Engineering Assistant Professor

…to design products and machines, as well as develop processes for manufacturing. New faculty will find supportive colleagues and opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary initiatives across the university. Job Summary Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, …

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/robotics-mechanical-engineering-assistant-professor-wichita-kansas-united-states

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

… opportunity is now to build up innovation ecosystems, and Wichita State is eager to make an impact,” said Debbie Franklin, WSU associate vice president of Strategic Initiatives for Industry and Defense Programs. The Strategic Initiatives office will manage the grant and stage two application. Stage Two cash prizes will support growth accelerator…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/05-may/sba_4.php

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Meet a Shocker: Bella Kilman | Wichita State News

…and then marketing coordinator. In these roles, I developed and executed strategic marketing campaigns, managed content across multiple platforms, and led communications initiatives for scholars and prospective students across Kansas. I also planned and executed large-scale events, such as the annual Freshman Retreat, creating programs that encouraged…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/04-april/mas_kilman_6.php

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bac_meeting_12-19-17

…and those who have been at WSU for many years $500k promotions for non-tenure track faculty – 2 new ranks $290k SEM college retention success coaches $300k strategic initiatives fund – Used to fund special initiatives, such as the Harry St. Mall & Mead property and renovations $400k Latinx cluster hire – 5 faculty and an MRC individual $110k implement…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/president/budget_committee/_documents/bac_meeting_12-19-17.docx

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First-generation students are finding increased success at WSU

…students at WSU were first-generation students. One of WSU's top priorities is to create a pathway to success for these students. Offices throughout campuses are creating initiatives to support and guide first-generation students at Wichita State. Providing a pathway to success for first-generation college students is one of Wichita State…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/11-nov/first_generation_students_wichita_state.php

Jobs at WSU

Assistant Professor of Economics

… in strengthening undergraduate and graduate economics education, producing academic research that advances knowledge, and contributing to innovative academic and applied-learning initiatives that connect economics with industry and the broader community. Wichita State University is classified as a high research activity institution and provides faculty with…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-economics-wichita-kansas-united-states

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FY2016-Student-Involvement-Annual-Report

…application process to include pre-trip selection process (Spring 2017) Progress: Completed Spring 2016 2.4 Support the ongoing Service-Learning initiatives provided by Service-Learning Faculty Fellows including the development of the Service-Learning Advisory Committee (Fall 2014, ongoing) Progress: Completed Fall 2014, Advisory Committee has held …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/about/_archive/FY2016-Student-Involvement-Annual-Report.pdf