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Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and Engineering collaborate to improve child’s communication

…the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic at Wichita State, visit wichita.edu/SLHclinic. Learn more about the Assistive Technology and Accessible Design Certificate Program. Style Position Image Image Credit Annelise Muret Header Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic at Wichita State Content The Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic at Wichita State changes the lives of…

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Three business major programs add online option at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…in pursuing a marketing major or other available business degrees.” “The online pathway for the International Business degree provides students with more accessibility and flexibility in their degree options,” added Masud Chand, management department chair for the Barton School. “It combines the Barton School's tradition of rigorous and high-quality…

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Wichita State's CEI helps Kansas communities improve quality of life with Pathways grants | Wichita State News

…on active living, healthy eating and tobacco prevention. The grants may help connect walking trails within a city to make them more accessible or help a small grocery store upgrade refrigeration capacity to offer healthy foods. “CEI works with those Healthy Kansas coalitions to make decisions, navigate some of the discussions they have with potential…

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Real Talks encourage respectful conversations on tough topics | Wichita State News

…“In person, you can see someone’s body language better to know how they’re feeling about the discussion,” she said. “But the Zoom format is more accessible and convenient for a lot of people, too.” Real Talks are open to anyone who would like to join, but participants must register before the event. Discussions are limited to 30 people, allowing the…

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Two students chosen as recipients of women's innovation award | Wichita State News

…in terms of conscious apparel, so introducing an unprecedented shop would be worthwhile. I propose an apparel and accessories shop that upholds sustainable and ethical practices. This would include, but not be limited to, working with vendors that are committed to reducing their environmental footprint and treating employees fairly.” Banh has spent…

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Meet a Shocker: Jane Lickteig | Wichita State News

…a few of my high school friends attended Wichita State. I figured it would be nice to attend college with them and stay close to family for a bit longer. The affordability and accessibility of the university also appealed to me. How are you feeling leading up to graduation? I feel so ready and excited to graduate and to move on from this chapter in my…

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Scholarship aimed at underrepresented students welcomes first class | Wichita State News

…campus involvement rather than being burdened with working full-time to pay for college.” The Adelante Scholarship supports Wichita State’s priority to provide an accessible and affordable education to Kansans. “The diversity that this scholarship attracts provides added vibrancy to our campus community,” said Dr. Rick Muma, Wichita State president. “The …

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Dr. Richard Muma named 15th president of Wichita State University | Wichita State News

…State’s priorities with KBOR’s Building a Future plan. Earlier this year, he introduced the university’s priorities as the following: Provide opportunity for affordable, accessible and impactful education. Wichita State is committed to trying to keep tuition affordable by keeping down costs as much as possible and raising private funds for need-based…

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WSU Shocker Promise will cover tuition and fees for eligible Sedgwick County freshmen | Wichita State News

…exceptional-need students from considering it as an option to accomplish their educational goals.” This scholarship supports Wichita State’s priority to provide an accessible and affordable education to Kansans. To be eligible for the scholarship, students must: Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. Be a Sedgwick County, Kansas, resident living in…

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Pickle ball courts added during Heskett Center outdoor renovations | Wichita State News

… who might use the upgraded courts. “I think getting new courts there is going to be really cool,” she said. “I think it will be really accessible for everybody. Pickleball is more popular in the Midwest, so for students from the East Coast or West Coast, that will be a new sport they can learn.” Header Heskett Center Content The Heskett Center facility…

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Wichita State archaeologists dig in to unearth cultural history | Wichita State News

…improve the infrastructure of North Chisolm Creek Park in north Wichita. The city submitted for a federal grant to improve the infrastructure of the park with an ADA-accessible loading zone. The grant required that a cultural survey be done on the lane to ensure that no ancient artifacts would be destroyed when the construction on the project began. “Through…

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WSU Teacher Apprentice Program has positive impact on Kansas economy | Wichita State News

…internship courses, it benefits everyone. First Line Credit Jill Wood, Second Line Credit TAP coordinator and instructor Suppress quote marks TAP is providing an accessible, affordable opportunity for paraeducators to return to the classroom, earn their degree and prepare for licensure as a Kansas teacher, said Dr. Ashlie Jack, interim associate dean at …

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Shocker alum receiving honorary doctorate for distinguished achievement in technology | Wichita State News

…Mr. Raza is worthy of the distinction of an honorary doctorate at Wichita State,” Muma said. “His success with digital transformation and making complex technologies accessible to all are values we wish to instill in future graduates from our institution.” An honorary degree is an exceptional honor bestowed upon a person without fulfillment of the usual…

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Wichita State designated Age-Friendly University for focus on range of learning opportunities | Wichita State News

…and innovations that address the second half of the lifespan through research. "Age diversity and inclusion fit with Wichita State University's main priority of providing accessible education for everyone in our community at all stages of the lifespan and life course,” Wichita State President Rick Muma said. “As the only urban public research university…

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

…substantial funds given to the Barton School by generous donors and supporters. This achievement is another example of how Wichita State prioritizes 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 …

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Home for digital transformation rising on Innovation Campus | Wichita State News

…applied-learning, job-creating, entrepreneurial and research workhorse. It’s a vehicle to diversify our state’s economy, makes education more accessible and contributes to the prosperity of the people and communities or our state." The building will include a collaboration hub, cyber/data analytics area, testing labs, eight research labs and a …

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Wichita State entrepreneurs win Women for Women award | Wichita State News

…Working to address the underrepresentation of women in STEAM fields, Let’s Go Full STEAM Ahead! highlights the women who are in the STEAM field and makes their stories accessible to youth of all ages. Carly Overacker: Everwhen After being tasked with a class assignment to find a need within the community, Carly discovered that many of WSU students,…

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WSU researchers hope to advance the role of telehealth in adult cardiovascular care | Wichita State News

…older adults more effectively than past attempts. “I believe that the use of smart wearable devices will be an efficient way to increase the health care accessibility for older adults in rural areas and will alleviate health disparity issues between urban and rural areas, especially since there is a lack of physicians and health care providers in the…

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Wichita State focuses on serving students as it reaches Emerging HIspanic Serving Institution status | Wichita State News

…is growing and as the university increases admissions effort in Texas and Oklahoma. It aligns with the priority of making college education accessible and affordable. “As more Hispanic students hear about Wichita State, hear about the programs and services we are offering at Wichita State, more students are going to come,” Hall said. “As the Hispanic…

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Wichita State starting bachelor’s in American Sign Language | Wichita State News

…care, criminal justice, human resources, counseling and more. The major also meaningfully addresses Wichita State’s core value to make the campus inclusive and accessible for everyone. ASL courses attract more than 100 students who minor in sign language or take ASL to meet language requirements in the Fairmount College. Additionally, students pursuing the…

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