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  1. WSU Foundation

    Juston White joins Kansas Health Foundation team

    … studied business administration during his student days at Wichita State (1998-2001), is the community impact officer at the Kansas Health Foundation (KHF) in Wichita. Working specifically with KHF’s Building Power and Equity Initiative, White helps coach and develop grantees “for the purpose of greater health and social impact,” he explains. He brings with…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/juston-white-joins-kansas-health-foundation-team/

  2. WSU Foundation

    Shocker alumna joins National Crime Gun Intelligence Center

    …has demonstrated her strong analytical skills in criminal investigations for, most recently, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) — is excited to join ATF’s National Crime Gun Intelligence Center of Excellence on WSU’s Innovation Campus. “As an alumna of Wichita State,” Penny says, “what an exciting addition to the…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-alumna-joins-national-crime-gun-intelligence-center/

  3. WSU Foundation

    WSU alumna takes up top leadership mantle at Saint Joseph’s University

    …Dr. McConnell served as interim president since June 2022 and for three years prior was provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at SJU, where she especially focused on growing the university’s portfolio of academic offerings. “I believe,” McConnell says, “that higher education is more essential today than ever before. The world’s future…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsu-alumna-takes-up-top-leadership-mantle-at-saint-josephs-university/

  4. WSU Foundation

    WSU alumnus recognized as Modern-Day Technology Leader

    …Leading Edge Award (2019, 2020, 2021) and in 2022 was a member of the Textron Aviation Cessna SkyCourier group presented the James McDonnell Team Achievement Award by the Society of Flight Test Engineers for the group’s exceptional 22 months of work in gaining FAA certification in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bosire, who holds a bachelor’s degree…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/wsu-alumnus-recognized-as-modern-day-technology-leader/

  5. WSU Foundation

    How donor support is helping this opera student live her dreams

    When Callie Cooper decided to pursue a master’s degree, she knew Wichita State was her first choice. Not only had it produced some of the biggest names in the world of opera, some who have returned to WSU as faculty in the program, but it also offered a level of affordability she couldn’t find anywhere else. “I’m able to focus on my craft and my singing,…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/how-donor-support-is-helping-this-opera-student-live-her-dreams/

  6. WSU Foundation

    Shockers in the News

    …for the New Mexico State Aggies women’s basketball program. 4. Wichita, KansasJosh Bosire ’15/20/21, senior flight test engineer at Textron Aviation, is the recipient of the 2023 Black Engineer of the Year Award as a Modern-Day Technology Leader. 5. Shawnee, KansasJC Fisher ’99 is on tour with the three-time Emmy Award-winning classical crossover vocal…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shockers-in-the-news-3-24-2023/

  7. WSU Foundation

    Audra Dinell ’09 shares what makes Wichita so entrepreneur-friendly

    …and I graduated in 2009, and my time at Wichita State was great. IMC was something unique at the time; I went to the University of Kansas for my first couple of years and decided to come back to Wichita State and be an IMC major. I loved so much that it incorporated so many different elements of marketing. Especially as an entrepreneur now, I tend to…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/audra-dinell-09-shares-what-makes-wichita-so-entrepreneur-friendly/

  8. WSU Foundation

    Notable news at the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement

    …she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in music education in 2012. Previously, Ashlee was the assistant director of student and alumni relations for the WSU Alumni Association. She now joins our team as the alumni coordinator. Away from campus, Ashlee and her dog, Ryder, enjoy exploring the city of Wichita. She loves visiting new restaurants and…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/notable-news-at-the-wsu-foundation-and-alumni-engagement-3-13/

  9. WSU Foundation

    Canada’s chief science adviser impressed with Wichita State

    Mona Nemer ’77, a Wichita State chemistry graduate who’s now serving her third appointed term as chief science adviser to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his cabinet, returned to her alma mater this past December to give the commencement address at the university’s fall 2022 graduation ceremony. Mona Nemer “I was impressed by many things and many…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/canadas-chief-science-adviser-impressed-with-wichita-state/

  10. WSU Foundation

    How a student-led protest sparked change in the heart of Wichita

    …Drug Store in downtown Wichita, where now sits the Ambassador Hotel on Douglas Ave., only to be refused service because they were Black. Through the local NAACP Youth Council, Hahn helped lead a group of high school and University of Wichita students, including her cousin Ron Walters, who was president of the Youth Council, to protest Dockum’s…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/how-a-student-led-protest-sparked-change-in-the-heart-of-wichita/

  11. WSU Foundation

    Honorary alumna was devoted to church, family and Wichita State

    …16, 1957, the weekend after his graduation from medical school. The young couple came to Wichita for his one-year internship at Wesley Hospital and then returned to Oklahoma City for his four-year surgery residency. In 1962, they moved to Wichita for good and raised four children, Debbi, Tami, Sammy and Stephanie. Their contributions to Wichita and the…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/honorary-alumna-was-devoted-to-church-family-and-wichita-state/

  12. WSU Foundation

    Notable news at the WSU Foundation

    …new home in Wayne and Kay Woolsey Hall. We are so proud of Jessie and all she has accomplished in her time on the fundraising team! Emily Mullins Emily Mullins We’re excited to recognize Emily Mullins as a member of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2023 Emerging Leaders class. Throughout the year, the program offers a number of opportunities to connect…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/notable-news-at-the-wsu-foundation-12-22-22/

  13. WSU Foundation

    Notable Donor News

    …or more at one time from these individuals, corporations, foundations and estates between July 1 and November 30, 2022. Areas of giving are listed with their names. We appreciate their contributions. Ed (’70) Sue (’65) JonesScholarship – Education Nancy K. Crandall (’70)Scholarship – Health Professions Michael J. Ferris (’71) Fellowship – Business…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/notable-donor-news-2022-12-20/

  14. WSU Foundation

    Vital Signs

    It’s no coincidence that Wichita State University, led by President Richard D. Muma, has six priority pulse points. There are, after all, six vital signs. By Connie Kachel White Notwithstanding his three decades of experience as a professor, administrator and physician assistant (PA) in internal medicine and infectious diseases, Rick Muma isn’t the first…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/vital-signs/

  15. WSU Foundation

    Shocker Executive Series: Eyes to the Sky

    …Shockers in charge there. By Connie Kachel White Ron Draper Flight is in Wichita’s DNA. It’s part of our pioneering spirit. A century of aircraft production has made our city the No. 1 manufacturing metro in the United States. Fueled by the high-flying innovations of such industry giants as Boeing, Bombardier, Airbus, Spirit AeroSystems and Textron…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-executive-series-eyes-to-the-sky/

  16. WSU Foundation

    The Shocker Way: A Q&A With Kevin Saal

    …college of education. Alex serves as a residential adviser in one of the dorms, enjoys working out and intramural sports on campus. He has expressed interest in exercise science, kinesiology, strength/conditioning training, etc. Jennifer and I are both incredibly proud of the quality young men they have become. Q: You grew up in Manhattan, Kan., where you…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/the-shocker-way-a-qa-with-kevin-saal/

  17. WSU Foundation

    Shocker News

    …When complete, the now perennially dim and imposing brick building will be filled with natural light and airy interior spaces. The warm and welcoming facility will be highly functional, reducing confusion for students and increasing convenience. Ensuring students have access to resources is a crucial part of setting them up for future success. These…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-news-1/

  18. WSU Foundation

    Shock Talk

    …new culinary school. “From talent development to pathbreaking research to entrepreneurship, universities have a central role to play in economic development.” ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC AND LAND-GRANT UNIVERSITIES (APLU) PRESIDENT MARK BECKER, Nov. 7, on WSU being designated an Innovation & Economic Prosperity University. “Our Lady of Embarrassment wasn’t…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shock-talk-1/

  19. WSU Foundation

    Shocker Success Center will create a home away from home

    …his studies could continue when he returned. To them, it was just doing their job. But to the student, that service had a lasting impact.“When he came back, he was so appreciative of everything we did for him while he was there, he wanted to show us how much it made a difference in his life,” said Burks. “That drove everything home to me about how…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-success-center-will-create-a-home-away-from-home/

  20. WSU Foundation

    Cargill Protein is committed to helping students thrive

    …student-centered approach. WSU is vital to the vibrancy of downtown and we look forward to partnering with them to grow the talent pool for employers across the city and ultimately, reinforcing the long-term success of the Wichita area.” The Shocker Success Center project is a $17 million renovation to Clinton Hall, which will begin after the W. Frank…

    https://foundation.wichita.edu/cargill-protein-is-committed-to-helping-students-thrive/