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Applied learning abounds within Wichita State’s digital twin program | Wichita State News

…since he was a freshman. “I have gained quite a lot of helpful experience while working here. Getting a hands-on feeling of all the aircraft components has already proved to be valuable in my classes, and I am sure will only become more valuable over time,” Holston said. Kurt Kaan, a senior studying engineering technology management from North Carolina,…

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Wichita State lab develops triple-virus test to meet community need | Wichita State News

…sick, you still shouldn’t be going around other people. It’s nice to get tested and know what you have because it helps your family know what to do as well.” Currently, the RIC test is only available through a nasal swab, but the MDL team is working on creating an equally effective saliva test. “We have a research study we’re doing where we’re asking…

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Habitat for Humanity, WSU build future together | Wichita State News

…with three children. The first step was a wall raising Dec. 1 at Wichita Habitat's Rock the Block. WSU President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case were in attendance and helped with the wall raising. “We saw this as a tangible example of WSU’s commitment to the neighborhood and as a way to demonstrate that it’s more than just words,” said Dr. Teri …

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Institute for the Study of Economic Growth names top execs to advisory board | Wichita State News

…Carbon; Anne Smith, vice president of Alltite Inc.; and Johnathan Weigand, director of strategic initiatives at J.P. Weigand & Sons Inc. “These pioneers have helped grow their businesses and their communities with great success,” Genin said. “I know with their insights, we can make an even greater impact on students and the economy of the Wichita…

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After 17 years, Wichita State brings back popular Madrigal Feaste | Wichita State News

…talents of our amazing students,” Hall said. “When I found out that there was a long history of madrigals dinners at WSU, I was even more enthusiastic about helping to bring the tradition back.” The events were originally created at WSU by conductor Harrison “Bud” Boughton in 1963. Boughton also started the popular Candlelight Concerts that are still…

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

…which can be tricky to dig and screen,” she said. “This project helped me grow as a researcher and a student by providing hands-on experience to apply what I'm learning in the classroom to things that I may experience in jobs post-graduation.” The North Chisolm Creek dig was the third field expedition that 68-year-old Arland Wallace, sophomore in…

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NIAR completes ground vibration testing for Kansas Modification Center’s 777-300ERCF conversion | Wichita State News

…for Aviation Research (NIAR). The team at NIAR WERX completed ground vibration testing last month. The ground vibration test, completed over the course of five days, helps characterize how the aircraft structure responds when subjected to stresses associated with landing and flight. “This was a key test for the program,” said Dave Jones, executive director…

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Estate gift from the late Richard ‘Dick’ Smith will fund $11 million in scholarships at Wichita State, KU | Wichita State News

…“He was proud of his alma mater and wanted to provide today’s students the kind of educational opportunities that helped him be successful.” At Wichita State, Smith primarily supported the fine arts and athletics. “We are deeply grateful for the friendship both Dick and Sondra have given to Wichita State,” King said. “With these impactful…

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Students from 11 new cities will soon pay in-state tuition to attend WSU | Wichita State News

…Services and the CARE team. “Wichita State has demonstrated, through increases in enrollment from these locations, that this strategy works and helps provide talent to serve local industry and, in turn, growth of the Kansas economy,” Shaw said. “As many as one-third or more of out-of-state recent graduates stay in the state for employment opportunities…

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Wichita State president launches podcast | Wichita State News

…Access to Higher Education On this episode of the podcast, Muma and his guests discuss WSU’s priority of making higher education accessible and how it helps build a stronger community and a stronger Kansas. Special guests include John Rolfe, president and CEO of the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce; and Isaac Brown, WSU men’s basketball head…

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Rap star Wale performing live concert at Wichita State | Wichita State News

…bars with Cole. Wale’s album-length balancing act is a testament to his skills as a writer and to his well-honed taste as a curator, qualities that helped him elevate to his place as one of rap’s premier tastemakers.“ Listen to his music here Wale also made history as “the first rapper to open the State Of The Union,” gracing the stage with an unforgettable …

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Wichita State holding spring commencement ceremonies | Wichita State News

…Envision provides opportunities through innovative outreach, rehabilitation, education, research and community programs. And through the power of employment, Envision helps people gain life skills and relevant work training for jobs. Envision employs more than 500 people, with 92% of its direct labor workforce made up of individuals who are blind or…

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WSU business school surpasses $1 million scholarship landmark | Wichita State News

… “$1 million in scholarships is life changing for so many of our students. This wouldn’t be possible without the support of our donors and the WSU Foundation, who have helped secure these scholarships over a number of years.” The $1 million landmark features a combination of substantial scholarships and other significant educational assistance that supports …

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

… are in need of supply chain experts,” said Dr. Shirley Lefever, executive vice president and provost of Wichita State University. “By filling that need, we’re helping make our communities operate more smoothly. And who doesn’t love that?” This partnership is a coordinated “2+2” program, where students will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in…

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NIAR and Erickson Precision Ventures unveil inaugural aircraft conversion program | Wichita State News

…benefit to the State of Kansas from this agreement is significant,” said Masterson. “In addition to helping prepare WSU students for the real world through applied learning in the aviation sector, the program continues the trajectory of ensuring that the MRO infrastructure will be rebuilt and maintained in Kansas over the long haul.” About Wichita State …

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Wichita State’s Shockers Vote! Coalition rewarded for work on 2022 election | Wichita State News

…from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for nonpartisan student voter participation efforts in the 2020 election. Work by the Shockers Vote! Coalition helped Wichita State increase its voting rate for students by 19.2% from 2016, according to the 2020 National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement. Wichita State’s 2020 voting rate of 68.1% is above the…

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WSU’s Musical Theatre Incubator Program showcases new, timely content for stage

…the people that are creating the new work.” Clawson said having the authors here to prepare the students really helped their work as actors. “With this program, it really allows us to go through a creative process, because the material hasn’t really been performed before,” Clawson said. “The students are getting to build this interpretation of these…

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WSU ranks No. 20 in US for engineering R&D funding | Wichita State News

…aerospace R&D with a total of $75 million. “Research is at the heart of Wichita State’s mission and vision. It drives innovation, advances knowledge, and helps solve complex problems facing our society,” said Dr. Rick Muma, president of Wichita State. “As Kansas’ only urban public research university, this ranking is an honor, but it is not a…

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WSU's College of Engineering names 10 Wallace scholars | Wichita State News

…High SchoolMechanical engineering. Cliff chose his major because he has always loved building things. He was in Lego robotics in elementary school and enjoyed helping others learn how to program and build the robots. Later in high school, Cliff was able to take Principles of Engineering, which further sparked his interest in the field. He is…

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Senator Moran, ATF, BJA visit Wichita State to announce new campus facilities | Wichita State News

…international law enforcement agencies, ensuring quick turnaround time and providing detectives with the leads they need within hours. “If NIBIN helps us to catch the shooters, then this DNA actually slams the prison door shut,” said Dettelbach. “Now we need to build up the capacity to process the evidence timely for local law enforcement, for those same …

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