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Wichita State surprises Belle Plaine senior with Barton Scholarship | Wichita State News

…The $50,000 award is one of the largest business scholarships in Kansas and will cover four years of tuition support at Wichita State. Pace, who will be a first-generation college student, earned the scholarship after advancing through the highly competitive Allen, Gibbs and Houlik Scholarship Competition. She was previously named one of eight finalists…

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Barton School surprises Valley Center High student with 2025 Clay Barton Scholarship | Wichita State News

…professionalism and a sharp business acumen,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School. “Barton Scholars represent the best and brightest of our college, and I am thrilled to see how Luke will continue to build on the Barton legacy through his academic excellence, leadership, and unwavering commitment to service.” Along with his studies, Hoy…

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KLC grants help Wichita State HEALTH students fight COVID-19 on campus | Wichita State News

…and in health care. Health care is always evolving and it’s always a field that is going to need more workers.” Header College of Health Professions Content Our exceptional industry partnerships give you many opportunities to make connections and work beside some of the best professionals in their fields through clinical rotations and community outreach. …

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Wichita State to hold Memorial '70 ceremony at Cessna Stadium

… players, administrators and supporters who died in a plane crash October 2, 1970. This year's ceremony will take place at Cessna Stadium. In one of the worst tragedies of college sports history, the WSU "Gold" plane, a Martin 404 carrying 34 passengers and a crew of four, crashed at approximately 3 p.m. on a mountain near Silver Plume, Colorado, while en…

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Meet a Shocker: Michaela Marioni, video game design grad | Wichita State News

…the spring 2017 semester, which was perfect timing, because Shocker Studios was being made into existence. How are you feeling leading up to graduation? So excited! I've been in college for about 6 years now, so being so close to the finish line is crazy! What has been your most helpful learning experience while a student at WSU? Creating a public profile,…

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Shocker Rowing takes advantage of new home on the Arkansas River | Wichita State News

…Education Association. He talked to the rowers after practice and told them how important the experience was during his college time and how the friendships remain. “You make friends for life,” he said. “It’s not an easy sport. You wake up, you go, you row your heart out. It’s not a coincidence rowers make very good students.” After practice, Cupp gave…

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Faculty members show commitment to diversity education at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…allow students to recognize how history has shaped them, the disciplines they study and their society in general. “It’s interesting and inspiring that faculty in every college can find a way to present diverse content in their curricula,” Shaw said. Two faculty members who have shown their dedication to developing diversity content are Dr. Aaron Rife,…

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Acting for Digital Arts now offered at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…a new concentration within the School of Digital Arts. The School of Digital Arts (SODA) was founded in 2019 and is the fourth school within Wichita State’s College of Fine Arts program, which encompasses the Bachelor of Applied Arts (BAA) in Media Arts program. The BAA program already includes concentrations in animation, audio production, filmmaking,…

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Meet a Shocker: Bryonna Hawk | Wichita State News

… communication sciences and disorders What is your hometown? Goddard, Kansas What schools did you attend before coming to Wichita State? Goddard High School Hutchinson Community College Why did you choose Wichita State University? I chose Wichita State University as it has such an amazing communication sciences and disorders program. What has been your…

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Wichita State University President John Bardo dies

… After leaving WSU, Dr. Bardo held appointments of growing leadership responsibility at Southwest Texas State University, the University of North Florida, Bridgewater (MA) State College and Western Carolina University, where he served as chancellor from 1995 to 2011 before returning to Wichita State. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1948. He grew up in…

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Wichita State receives $1 million gift for need-based scholarships | Wichita State News

…families and are more likely to rely on private loans to fund their education. Currently, 46% of Wichita State’s undergraduate student population are first-generation college students, highlighting the importance of private financial support. “Ensuring access and affordability is a promise to our students,” said WSU President Rick Muma. “This gift,…

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WSU professor’s new book helps K-12 educators persist through today’s teaching challenges | Wichita State News

…at the grocery store. “It was hit or miss — if you had money, or if you could beg your parents,” he said. Those superheroes stuck with Bergman through his college days at the University of Nebraska and into his career as a teacher. The powers, the costumes, the origins and the variety of story-telling techniques captivated him as graphic novels and…

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WSU's Kansas APEX Accelerator surpasses $1 billion in government contract awards | Wichita State News

…the Office of Small Business Programs. It is funded additionally by Wichita State University, Pittsburg State University, and Johnson County Community College. Style Position Image Image Credit Header Kansas APEX Accelerator Content Kansas APEX Accelerator, formerly Kansas PTAC, is ready to help your business secure government contracts. We provide…

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Amazon selects Wichita State as an education partner for Career Choice program | Wichita State News

…meets individual learners where they are on their education journey through a variety of education and upskilling opportunities including full college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in-demand jobs, and foundational skills such as English language proficiency, high school diplomas, and GEDs. In the United States, the company is…

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Meet a Shocker: Devika Nekkalapu | Wichita State News

…as you. It makes everything a lot more meaningful. Learn together, support each other when things get tough, and celebrate every small win as a team. College becomes a whole different experience when you grow and succeed alongside people who push you to do better every day. What's next for this grad? My plan after graduation is to work as an AI/ML…

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Shocker Career Accelerator matches students with work opportunities | Wichita State News

…than all of the other state schools combined), WSU students can earn work experience, college credit and a paycheck — all while bolstering their resume and getting a leg up on the competition. Button Link Learn more about the Shocker Career Accelerator at Wichita State University. Image Image Credit Header: About Paul Suellentrop Content Paul Suellentrop…

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New WSU Barton School, WSU Tech career pathway will focus on supply chain management | Wichita State News

…in the areas of Aviation, Healthcare, Manufacturing, General Education/Business, and Design. WSU Tech is a different kind of college, changing lives by training people for high-wage, high-demand jobs. We work hand-in-hand with employers to determine their job needs now and into the future so our students graduate with the right skills. Buttons Learn more …

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Meet a Shocker: Stella Yang, economics grad | Wichita State News

…students? Work hard, be proud of yourself, and have fun. When you graduate, you want to feel accomplished and feel like you've made a difference, while having a great time. College is such a unique time in everyone's lives. Appreciate the feelings you're going through because you'll never experience it again. Image Image Credit Header: Stella's journey at…

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Economic Development

…involves more than creation of the Innovation Campus, however. The university’s focus is wide-ranging and includes efforts to increase the number of college graduates and the quality of their education; finding new approaches to education and skills enhancement that support well-paying jobs in the local workforce; expanding focus on “quality of life” …

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Wichita State announces Licensed Mental Health Technician pathway | Wichita State News

… challenged with mental or behavioral health issues and will fill a vast health care need across Kansas. Debra Pile, chair and associate dean for nursing practice of the WSU College of Health Professions, said this pathway will be very impactful. “Mental health is becoming an increasingly vital part of the health care system, and our new program is focused…

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