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Scholarship support gets returning student’s life back on track

…Caton and Loyce Baker Memorial Scholarship, which supports returning students as they finish their degrees. Now, scholarship support at Wichita State is helping Sarah get her life back on track. “I spent so many years without affirmation or support in my goals,” Sarah said. “Knowing that there are people who are now supporting me, helping me make a…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/scholarship-support-gets-returning-students-life-back-on-track/

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Returning adult student excels thanks to donor support

…Lorita Slieter. “She taught him sign language which he still uses today, despite developing his speech since then.” Slieter wasn’t the only one who helped Spurgeon succeed along the way. While she was working toward her degree, Spurgeon began to struggle significantly from the effects of multiple sclerosis, a chronic autoimmune disease. As disability…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/returning-adult-student-excels-thanks-to-donor-support/

WSU Foundation

Meet Telly McGaha: A passionate advocate for the power of education

…in his plans, despite themselves having never graduated from high school. His father dropped out to serve his country in the Marines, and his mother left her schooling to work, helping her own mother support their family. “They both instilled in me the value of education because they knew it could change the trajectory of my life,” McGaha says. “My…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/meet-telly-mcgaha-a-passionate-advocate-for-the-power-of-education/

WSU Foundation

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

Just five miles from Wichita State’s main campus, Shocker students Ron Walters and Carol (Parks) Hahn ’76/82 helped organize one of the nation’s first sit-in protests in 1958. Ron Walters and Carol (Parks) Hahn Before the 1963 March on Washington, before the sit-ins in Greensboro, N.C., there was 19-year-old Carol Parks, a young woman in want of a Coke. She …

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

Center for Management Development

Hackett in Management: Delegation Vs. Dumping

…the field of management, is the most important skill in management. It’s also the one skill that has a tendency to throw a detour in your career. Having an understanding of this helps show just how vital the skill of delegation is. There are two primary benefits to delegation. The first, and most common, is a self-perspective. It’s the question of, “How do I…

https://cmd.wichita.edu/hackett-in-management-delegation-vs-dumping/

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The Art of Noticing - Part 3, Detective Controls

… we complete our examination of the University of Georgia situation where a former employee stole more than $1.3 million from its Greek Life Office over ten years. What could have helped someone notice the theft early on? Here we complete our examination of the University of Georgia situation where a former employee stole more than $1.3 million from its…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/internalaudit/blog/2019-10-09-noticing.php

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The WSU Audit Update Blog - 15 of Your Colleagues Weigh In

…Update blog posts to date, what is one thing you learned that made the biggest impression? (Text in bold is my emphasis and text in parentheses are my additions.) The blog is a helpful reminder for security issues and possible pitfalls for compliance. I don't think a singular item stands out as having the biggest impression, but it is helpful to have a…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/internalaudit/blog/2020-07-22-survey.php

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Top 10 Places To Study

…09:28:39 AM Need to write a paper? Have a book that needs to be read? We have the quintessential list of places to study on or close to campus complete with food, hammocks, and helpful study resources. Wichita State Strategic Communications Students studying on the main floor of Ablah Library. Need to write a paper? Have a book that needs to be read? We…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2022/04-22_places_to_study.php

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Humans of Wichita State - Kristy

…College. “I chose to transfer to Wichita State because it’s where I felt most heard and supported, even before deciding to attend," she said. Her admissions representatives helped make the transfer process flow smoothly and her financial aid package helped a lot with her decision. Like Kristy, all transfer students gain access to a team of dedicated…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/03_14_howsu_Kristy.php

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How To Get the Most Out of a College Fair

…09:28:39 AM College Fairs are a great opportunity to meet representatives from several institutions all in one place. Is there a fair being hosted near you? Here are a few helpful tips to make it a productive and fun experience! Matt Crow/Undergraduate Admissions One of the best aspects of my job as an admissions representative is the chance to visit…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/07_14_Fair_Prep.php

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Humans of Wichita State: Grad Edition – Natasha Seneviratne

…to campus often, and I always saw myself walking the same halls they once did. That early sense of connection was strengthened by the numerous scholarship opportunities, which helped ease the financial weight of college. The Koch Scholars program made me feel welcomed and supported from day one. It all came together in a way that just felt right, and I never…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2025/05_12_HOWSU_Natasha.php

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Urban Waters Small Grants

Urban Waters Small Grants EPA 08/01/2019 01:14:47 PM The EPA Urban Waters Program is helping grow local businesses and enhancing educational, recreational, social, and employment opportunities by investing in healthy and accessible urban waters. The EPA Urban Waters Program is helping grow local businesses and enhancing educational, recreational, social, and…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/hugowall/efc/news/meramec-funding-source-pages/urban-small-waters-grants.php

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Mentoring through Music: Reese Byers’s Applied Learning Experience

…hands-on teaching experience as a mentor with Wichita Symphony Youth Orchestras. The program brings orchestral music to young musicians throughout south-central Kansas while helping them develop their skills and appreciation for music. Wichita State University senior Reese Byers is gaining hands-on teaching experience as a mentor with Wichita Symphony…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/careerdevelopment/ca_blog/Byers_Reese.php

WSU Newsletters

Briana Rodriguez connects communities through Spanish interpretation

…practicum through two applied learning experiences with Kansas Children’s Service League and Our Daily Bread Food Pantry. In both roles, she served as a Spanish interpreter, helping families access important services and resources while strengthening her communication skills in real-world settings. At Kansas Children’s Service League, Rodriguez interpreted…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/24/briana-rodriguez-connects-communities-through-spanish-interpretation/

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Helpful Links for Faculty and Staff

Helpful Links for Faculty and Staff Academic Affairs Calendar Academic Buildings and Rooms Academic Room Assignments Academic Calendar Academic Policies Access to Student Records Articulation Agreements Campus Resources Catalogs Catalog Changes Classroom Reservations Course Listing Explanations CourseLeaf CAT, CIM and CLSS User Guides CourseLeaf Dashboard…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/registrar/faculty_links.php

Badges

Creative Interventions: Professionalism in Practice

Cost: $100 This course focuses on professionalism within the helping professions, with particular attention to the National Association of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics. Students will discuss ethical responsibilities and challenges which may exist within multilevel practice arenas, with particular attention to documentation, confidentiality, and technology.…

https://badges.wichita.edu/badge/creative-interventions-professionalism-in-practice/

Jobs at WSU

Senior Procure-to-Pay Specialist

…Requirement: No export control requirement. Job Story Turn Complex Transactions into Seamless Solutions Do you enjoy solving problems, working with financial transactions, and helping others navigate complex processes? Are you someone who notices details others miss while still understanding the bigger picture? Our team is seeking a Senior Procure-to-Pay…

https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/senior-procure-to-pay-specialist-wichita-kansas-united-states

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Stacy Salters

…reporting, communications, scheduling, budgets, and major events. Her ability to anticipate challenges, coordinate competing priorities, and foster positive relationships has helped the school navigate growth, change, and new opportunities with confidence. Beyond her formal responsibilities, Stacy has demonstrated a deep commitment to staff engagement…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Organizational_Development/Service_Recognition/Bender_of_Twigs/Honorees/2026_Bender_of_Twigs/Salters_Stacy.php

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Autonomous University of Chihuahua (UACH)

…the material studied in each subject as well as the amount of time spent in lectures and laboratories. Example of a Syllabus STEP 2 - COLLECT A TYPICAL UACH TRANSCRIPT It is helpful for us to have a typical transcript from UACH so that we can see grades (and a grading scale), course numbers, and credit hours/units (if applicable). The transcript should …

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/international/uach.php

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Barton School Dean's Message

…Our programs are taught by talented faculty that understand the needs of the evolving business world. We focus on applied learning, building an entrepreneurial spirit, and helping you develop the transferable soft skills that will serve you well throughout your professional career. Our advising staff are skilled at helping you plan and execute your…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/deansmessage.php