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March 2025 Newsletter

…IN URBAN SCHOOLS: AN AMERICORPS APPLIED LEARNING INITIATIVE PI/Department: Kimberly Wilson, Teacher Apprentice, Pathways, Liter Co-PI/Department: Jennifer Friend, Applied Studies Dean's Office | Reagan Murnan, Teacher Apprentice, Pathways, Liter | Heidi Stinchcomb, Teacher Apprentice, Pathways, Liter Sponsor: Kansas State Department of Education /…

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Course Catalog

Field Major and Bachelor of General Studies

…degree. For the purposes of the Field Major, LAS courses can include the academic majors and disciplines housed historically in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including aging studies (AGE) (formerly gerontology), art history (ARTH), communication sciences and disorders (CSD), economics (ECON), music composition (MUSC), and theatre (THEA).…

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Meet a Shocker: A degree 56 years in the making

…a 17-year-old Martha Backman walked onto the Wichita State campus and began her college education. It took 56 years, but the 73-year-old is finally graduating with her degree in aging studies. 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 bullet …

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Michael Rogers

Michael Rogers Professor Department of Human Performance Studies, College of Applied Studies Although the department and college had different names when Dr. Michael Rogers started at WSU, we celebrate a remarkable milestone in his career as a valued member of the Department of Human Performance Studies in the College of Applied Studies. Mike's dedication…

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Bachelor of Science in Health Science

… in Health Science (BSHS) curriculum offers a broad interdisciplinary education with foundational courses in natural and social sciences, alongside application-based coursework in aging studies, public health, and healthcare management. The Scientific Foundations Division in the College of Health Professions builds the essential knowledge and skills for…

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July 2026 Newsletter

…Appreciate your commitment to excellence in research and innovation. Pierre Harter, Associate VP Research and Industry Engagement LAST MONTH'S AWARDS THE AGING PITUITARY/GONADAL AXIS YR 4 PI/Department: George Bousfield, Biological Sciences Sponsor: Natl Institutes of Health Amount: $2,146,742 KANSAS DATA TRUST PI/Department: Misty …

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WSU Newsletters

Michael Rogers guests on podcast about benefits of intergenerational activity

Michael Rogers, professor in the Department of Human Performance Studies and director of the Center for Physical Activity and Aging, appeared on “Living Longer Better Smarter,” a podcast about the work going into longevity and aging. Rogers discussed the health benefits that people playing with their grandchildren can have, something he also discussed with…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/12/michael-rogers-guests-on-podcast-about-benefits-of-intergenerational-activity/

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Jacie Green

Jacie Green earned a masters degree in Aging Studies from Wichita State University. She is honored to share her passion for older adults, online learning and teaching, and strives to improve knowledge and attitudes towards the older population through her work as a graduate advisor and educator. She enjoys connecting with and helping students realize their…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/health_professions/public_health_sciences/02-faculty/Green-Jacie.php

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Field Major in Women's, Ethnicity and Intersectional Studies

Program Requirements A minimum total of 120 credit hours is required for the Field Major in women's, ethnicity and intersectional studies. In addition to meeting the requirements of the WSU General Education Program and the requirements of Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, students must meet the following requirements: The FM in women’s,…

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Minor in Women's, Ethnicity and Intersectional Studies

Program Requirements A minor in women's, ethnicity and intersectional studies consists of at least 15 credit hours with the following requirements: Course List Course Title Hours Introduction or Foundation Course Choose one of the following courses3 WEIS 190Diverse Women in Popular Culture WEIS 287Women in Society: Social Issues WEIS 360Dealing with…

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Tilford Diversity Studies Certificate

Program Requirements The Tilford Diversity Studies certificate is an 18-credit hour program designed for undergraduate students whose academic interests and/or career goals could benefit from a focused but interdisciplinary exploration of diversity-related issues. Students who complete the Tilford Diversity Studies certificate: acquire an appreciation for…

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Public Health Sciences Graduate Programs

Graduate Programs Master of Arts in Aging Studies Gain knowledge and tools to manage and supervise senior living communities. Learn how to meet the needs of the aging population with high-quality services, programs, and supports through an online curriculum tailored to maximize your career potential. Learn More about the Master of Arts in Aging Studies…

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Department of Public Health Sciences

…study. Attend an Information Session to learn more About the Programs Students in the Department of Public Health Sciences are prepared to lead, manage, or pursue advanced studies in aging services, exercise science, senior living, health administration, clinical healthcare, and public health. PHS offers a comprehensive education through both…

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AGE and HP courses now designated as PHS in Banner

Aging Studies (AGE), Leadership, and Health Professions (HP) courses subject and prefix codes have been changed to PHS in Banner. If students are searching for Public Health Sciences (PHS) general education courses, the following are now listed as PHS designated courses: Intro to Public Health Psychology of Aging Leadership in Self and Society U.S. Health…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/17/age-and-hp-courses-now-designated-as-phs-in-banner/

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Centers and Institutes

…for Behavioral Health Resilience Center for Economic Development and Business Research Center for Educational Technologies to Assist Refugee Learners (CETARL) Center for Energy Studies Center for Entrepreneurship ASSURE Center of Excellence for UAS Research Center of Excellence for Composites and Advanced Materials Center for Management Development Center…

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Public Health Sciences

Degrees and Areas of Specialization The department of public health sciences offers courses of study leading to the following graduate degrees and certificates: Master of Arts in aging studies (MA) Master of Health Administration (MHA) Master of Science in exercise science (MS) Graduate Certificate in aging studies for health professionals Graduate…

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PHS - Public Health Sciences

Courses numbered 100 to 299 = lower-division; 300 to 499 = upper-division; 500 to 799 = undergraduate/graduate. PHS 100. Introduction to Aging Studies (3). General education social and behavioral sciences course. An introduction to the diverse aging population, with a multidisciplinary focus on the cultural, sociological, psychological, biological and…

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November 2025 Newsletter

… Health Amount: $7,150 BSCA MASS CASUALTY CRISIS RESPONSE PLAN FACILITATION PI/Department: Scott Wituk, Office of Community Partnerships Sponsor: Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services Amount: $50,000 EDUCATION RESOURCE DISTRIBUTION, CONSUMER OUTREACH (AMD 7) PI/Department: Scott Wituk, Office of Community Partnerships Sponsor: Kansas Department…

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Current Funding Opportunities

Funding for Faculty and Graduate Students The Regional Institute on Aging provides various funding opportunities, primarily as internal grants for WSU faculty. The primary purpose of this funding is to assist faculty members in their scholarly and/or creative activities and to foster the generation and application of scholarly work aimed at improving the…

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September 2025 Newsletter

…SYSTEMS FOR NUTRIENT REDUCTIONS - YEAR 4 PI/Department: Tonya Bronleewe, HWS of Urban & Public Affairs Sponsor: Dept of Health & Environment - Kansas Amount: $100,000 LEVERAGING AI FOR FOOD SYSTEM DATA ACQUISITION AND INQUIRY PI/Department: Laila Cure Vellojin, Industrial & Manufacturing Eng Co-PI/Department: Souvika Sarkar, School of Computing…

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