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Kansas Center for the Advancement of Healthcare hosts statewide retreat to drive data-driven health innovation

…(KCAH), a statewide collaborative managed through KUMC and WSU and dedicated to transforming healthcare through data science, convened a pivotal retreat recently in Kansas City bringing together leaders from across the healthcare ecosystem. The event marked a significant step toward achieving KCAH’s vision: to improve the health of all Kansans…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/05/kansas-center-for-the-advancement-of-healthcare-hosts-statewide-retreat-to-drive-data-driven-health-innovation/

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Wichita State anthropologist uses his writings to preserve Turkey’s cultural memory following devastating earthquakes

…and Syria, followed by more than 30,000 aftershocks in the subsequent three months. The epicenter of the 7.7- and 7.8-magnitude quakes were near Antakya (Antioch), Turkey — a city near the Syrian border, known for its rich history and celebration of Islamic, Christian and Judaic religions. Antakya has been the focus of decades’ worth of Dr. Jens…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/20/wichita-state-anthropologist-uses-his-writings-to-preserve-turkeys-cultural-memory-following-devastating-earthquakes/

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Wichita State undergraduates recognized at K-INBRE Symposium

…students from Wichita State were among the 26 students recognized at the 23rd annual Kansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (K-INBRE) Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. The WSU students who received an Award of Excellence: Yara Abdine, junior in biomedical engineering, gave the poster presentation, “Glycosylation unveiled:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/06/wichita-state-undergraduates-recognized-at-k-inbre-symposium/

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March 2025 Newsletter

…Sponsor: GlycoFormA, Ltd. Amount: $89,555 FSH GLYCOFORM ASSAY DEVELOPMENT YEAR 9 PI/Department: George Bousfield, Biological Sciences Sponsor: GlycoFormA, Ltd. Amount: $74,132 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ASSISTANCE | JANUARY 2025 PI/Department: Misty Bruckner, Public Policy & Management Center Sponsor: City of Wichita Amount: $600 FACILITATION SERVICES –…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2025-03-Newsletter.php

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WSU Jazz Invitational

…in trombone performance from Wichita State University and the Conservatory of Music and Dance at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Ryan serves as the jazz education advisor to the Kansas Music Educator’s Association and is a highly sought after adjudicator and clinician. Ryan remains an active performer around the Midwest. His versatility has…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fine_arts/music/jazz_invitational.php

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Check out the LOVE sculpture between the Ulrich and McKnight

…American artist. Characterized by large-scale letters stacked to spell out the word “LOVE,” these sculptures add a pop art touch to their surroundings, from bustling city corners to busy college campuses. There are 50 LOVE sculptures installed around the world, one of which is on Wichita State’s campus, now between the Ulrich Museum of Art and McKnight Art…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/22/check-out-the-love-sculpture-between-the-ulrich-and-mcknight/

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Barton School welcomes Dr. Bekah Selby-Leach as new director of the Center for Economic Development and Business Research

…and associate professor of economics at Emporia State University. She succeeds Jeremy Hill, who directed CEDBR since 2009 and recently joined the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City as assistant vice president and regional executive. “We are thrilled to welcome Bekah to the Barton School of Business,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School. “Her…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/22/barton-school-welcomes-dr-bekah-selby-leach-as-new-director-of-the-center-for-economic-development-and-business-research/

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Roundhouse podcast – S2E13: Flashback to Wichita State 89, No. 17 Creighton 68 (2012)

https://wichitastate.tv/podcast/roundhouse-podcast-s2e13-flashback-to-wichita-state-89-no-17-creighton-68-2012/

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Marco Villela, Fairmount College

As a first-generation student, Marco Villela had to learn his way around the college life, from enrollment to moving to a new city, but he was able to persist and earn his bachelor’s degree, with plans to continue his education by pursuing a Master of Arts in criminal justice at Wichita State University.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/03/marco-villela-fairmount-college/

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Christine Cleary, College of Health Professions

Christine Cleary was one of Wichita State University’s 2020 Rudd Scholars. From Clearwater, Kansas, she moved to Wichita for college, which required her to adjust to living in a city, but thanks to the Rudd Scholarship, she was able to fully devote herself to college life and will graduate with her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/03/christine-cleary-college-of-health-professions/

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Meet a Shocker: Maame Adwoa Ankrah

Maame Adwoa Ankrah was interested in going to Wichita State for its affordability and for the atmosphere of the city of Wichita. While it was first a challenge to adjust to a new culture, she was able to succeed with the support of her peers and mentors and will graduate with her master’s degree in Spanish with no regrets. Maame is one of more than 1,400…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/11/meet-a-shocker-maame-adwoa-ankrah/

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AEGD program director wins Dentist of the Year from the Kansas Dental Association

…program, who was named 2024 Dentist of the Year by the Kansas Dental Association. Dr. Elledge was presented with the award at the Kansas Dental Association conference in Kansas City. Dr. Elledge’s specialties include implantology and prosthodontics, and he is the only licensed prosthodontist in the area. The AEGD program at Wichita State is a one-year,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/18/aegd-program-director-wins-dentist-of-the-year-from-the-kansas-dental-association/

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Apply to attend the Shocker Leadership Experience

The Shocker Leadership Experience (SLE) is a free five-day, four-night overnight experience at Rock Springs 4-H Camp in Junction City, Kansas from Monday, May 13 to Friday, May 17. SLE engages participants in leadership knowledge and skill development facilitated in both small and large groups, as well as through numerous interactive activities. The program …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/27/apply-to-attend-the-shocker-leadership-experience/

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Apply to attend the Shocker Leadership Experience

The Shocker Leadership Experience (SLE) is a free five-day, four-night overnight retreat experience at Rock Springs 4-H Camp in Junction City, Kansas from Jan. 8 to 12, 2024. SLE engages participants in leadership knowledge and skill development facilitated in both small and large groups, as well as through numerous interactive activities. The program is…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/03/apply-to-attend-the-shocker-leadership-experience-sle/

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Water to be shut off in RSC Wednesday morning

The Rhatigan Student Center will be without water starting at 7 a.m. Wednesday, July 26 as the City of Wichita changes a water meter. The outage is expected to last up to two hours. Restrooms and food services will be unavailable at this time.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/26/water-to-be-shut-off-in-rsc-wednesday-morning/

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Portion of campus near Devlin to experience water outage July 27

As the City of Wichita changes out a water meter for Devlin Hall, water will be temporarily unavailable from around 8 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 27. The outage will also affect Hubbard Hall, the Heskett Center and Wilkins Stadium. Nearby buildings throughout campus can be utilized during that time.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/26/portion-of-campus-near-devlin-to-experience-water-outage-july-27/

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Juneteenth becomes official university holiday

…widely celebrated as a day of remembrance to commemorate the day enslaved people in Texas were notified of their freedom. General Order No. 3 was issued on June 19, 1865, in the City of Galveston informing the people of Texas that enslaved people were free. In 2021, President Biden recognized Juneteenth as a federal holiday; and earlier this year, Kansas…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/13/juneteenth-becomes-official-university-holiday/

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Shocker Rudd Scholar featured in USA Today

Ashlee Villarreal, one of 18 students awarded the Rudd Scholarship, was featured in USA Today. Ashlee, Garden City High School grad, will start classes at Wichita State in fall 2023. Each Rudd Scholar will receive a full-ride scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and considerable networking and coaching support along the way.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/27/shocker-rudd-scholar-featured-in-usa-today/

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KMUW invites community to join June Engage ICT discussion on future of water in Kansas

…Dry: The future of water in Kansas” during June’s Engage ICT at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 13. To submit a question about the Ogallala Aquifer, Cheney Reservoir or the Wichita city water facilities, email info@kmuw.org or comment on the Facebook video. Stream the conversation on the Engage ICT homepage or on KMUW’s Facebook page.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/05/26/community-invited-to-join-june-engage-ict-discussion-on-future-of-water-in-kansas/

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National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week concludes with Lantinfest Sept. 16

The history in the State of Kansas as well as the city of Wichita is rich with Hispanic culture. As Hispanic-Service Institutions Week closes and Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off, join a community celebration of Latinfest from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 in Old Town. The event will feature music, food, art and talent highlighting the cultures of…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/08/national-hispanic-serving-institutions-week-concludes-with-lantinfest-sept-16/