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F1RST-Gen Friday: Gina Crabtree

…you don’t know. I’m proud to be part of a university community that is working to address the barriers many first-gen students face.” F1RST Gen Shockers promotes initiatives for first-generation students to ensure their success and seeks to build a culture of awareness and celebration for first-gen students at Wichita State. Know of a campus community…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/12/f1rst-gen-friday-gina-crabtree-2/

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Dr. Gabriel Fonseca, Ed.D.

… · 2020-2021 Organizational Governance Chair Student Affairs Senator · 2019-2021 Committees & Boards Student Affairs Hispanic Serving Institution Initiatives Committee · 2023-2024 Chair · 2023-2024 Student Affairs Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee · 2020-2024 Chair · 2023-2024 Homecoming Steering Committee · 2022-Present Chair · 2022-Present Family…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/01_professional_staff/Fonseca-Gabriel.php

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Trailblazers revealed: The founding members of the Barton School’s Cummings Student Managed Investment Fund

…wealth management. The proceeds from the portfolio will be reinvested into the program, allocating a percentage to bolster Barton School’s student experience and support initiatives aimed at enhancing their success.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/07/trailblazers-revealed-the-founding-members-of-the-barton-schools-cummings-student-managed-investment-fund/

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Leading with Purpose: Honoring This Year’s Drum Major Award Recipients

…voices of all. Kailene Vea-Spencer, president of the Black Student Union, demonstrates a strong commitment to service and community building. She leads monthly service initiatives, collaborates with other student organizations and holds open office hours to mentor students. Vea-Spencer also develops programs that support academic and professional growth,…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/news/_articles/02-23-26_Drum-Major-Award.php

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Sonja Armbruster, MA

…Health Administration and Policy, Health Communication and Quality Improvement. Prior to joining the faculty, she was the founding director of the Center for Public Health Initiatives at Wichita State University’s Community Engagement Institute. There she led a team that provides training and technical assistance to the state health department as well …

https://badges.wichita.edu/instructor/sonja-armbruster/

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kcceoa-draft

…by the Kansas County Clerks’ and Election Officials’ Association. Certification as a Master County Clerk requires 48 hours of instruction. Contact Paula DownsTalent Initiatives ManagerPublic Policy and Management Center at Wichita State University (316) 978-6678 Email Paula Sanborn Institue March 2023 Institue information coming soon. Keynote Speaker …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/ppmc/PPMC_Projects/kcceoa-draft.php

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June 2023

… Purpose: “EDA’s Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship is committed to furthering tech-based economic development initiatives that accelerate high-skill and high-wage job growth, create economic opportunity, and support the future of the next generation of industry leading companies. Funding is available for organizations that aid companies in developing…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2023-06-Newsletter.php

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Sun Young Lee in Harvard Educational Review

…Lee then specifies how citational practices on US-centric progressivism, including John Dewey’s theories, have shaped the epistemic possibilities for new education initiatives in South Korea. Pointing out the white-centric racialized origins in progressive ideas, Lee engages in historicizing as a critical methodology to reevaluate the humanitarian …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/sun-young-lee-assistant-professor-in-harvard-educational-review/

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Wichita State encourages civil discourse and offers support services

…in the Shocker Success Center, including the Office of International Education on the lower level; and Adult Learning, Military and Veterans Services, and Hispanic-Serving Initiatives on the third floor. Remember, it’s okay to seek help and talk about your feelings. Wichita State is here to support you.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/10/wichita-state-encourages-civil-discourse-and-offers-support-services-2/

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Khushi Choudhary's Applied Learning Experience: Developing Experience through Wichita State University

… to the region’s economic growth. As her first professional position, the experience has been especially meaningful for Khushi. She assists with business plans, organizational initiatives and other projects designed to help small businesses thrive. “Coming from a healthcare background, I have always been interested in understanding how systems, leadership…

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

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Wichita State recognized for its increased safety efforts | Wichita State News

… making campus a more secure place for students, employees and visitors. Criteria for the award include submission information provided from the university, Clery Reports, program initiatives and news articles to determine the Top 25 List. All 4,298 U.S. accredited higher-education institutions were eligible. WSU was selected for its emphasis on community…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/01-jan/wsu_safety_list_5.php

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Barton of School of Business launches Alumni Council | Wichita State News

…partnerships and global outreach. The council members will also serve as guest speakers and mentors, host alumni events and engage in community service initiatives. “We have so many dynamic and brilliant alumni,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, dean of the Barton School of Business. “This council gives us the opportunity to engage with these individuals and gives…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/05-may/barton_alumni_11.php

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WSU included in initiative to boost behavioral health workforce

… health patients. However, a committed cohort of mental and behavioral health professionals has successfully secured funding to address this deficiency by implementing educational initiatives aimed at bolstering the talent pool of behavioral health professionals within our state. Backed by $5.7 million in funding from the Kansas Department for Aging and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/07/24/wsu-included-in-initiative-to-boost-behavioral-health-workforce/

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840_Tuesday_Ilcewicz

Composite Safety and Certification Initiatives • Background Federal Aviation Administration – Objectives – Recent Accomplishments – Support from JAMS • Challenges for JAMS Larry Ilcewicz CS&TA Federal Aviation Administration July 10, 2007 – Future relevance – Expand industry involvement • Safety Management – Role of CACRC & CMH-17 – New WSU project…

https://www.wichita.edu/industry_and_defense/NIAR/Documents/840_Tuesday_Ilcewicz.pdf

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18 student services move to the new Shocker Success Center in the heart of campus

…Math Lab, Physics Help Room and Writing Center; Office of Student Success; and TRIO Disability Support Services Third floor: TRIO Student Support Services; Hispanic-Serving Initiatives; CARE Team; Adult Learning; Tech Help Desk; and Military and Veterans Services Lower level: Civil Rights, Title IX & ADA Compliance; Shocker Support Locker; and Career…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/08/15/check-out-the-new-shocker-success-center-in-the-heart-of-campus/

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17 WSU-bound students awarded full-ride Rudd Scholarships | Wichita State News

…Rudd Scholars represent for Wichita State and for Kansas,” said Bobby Gandu, WSU associate vice provost for strategic enrollment initiatives. “These scholars lead student organizations and student government, earn university awards and secure robust applied learning experiences. They set a powerful example for what’s possible when talent meets…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/03-march/2026rudd_1.php

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First-Gen at WSU: Jacey Arnett | Wichita State News

…at www.twitter.com/wichitastate and Facebook at www.facebook.com/wichita.state. Style Position Image Image Credit Header F1RST GEN SHOCKERS Content F1RST GEN SHOCKERS promotes initiatives for first-generation students to ensure their success and seeks to build a culture of awareness and celebration for first-gen students at Wichita State. We are proud to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/11-nov/fgarnett_2.php

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iSTEM Professional Learning Opportunity

…Dr. Daniel Bergman, Secondary Science Education at daniel.Bergman@wichita.edu Dr. SoonChun Lee, STEM Education at soonchun.lee@wichita.edu Mr. Greg Novacek, Director of STEM Initiatives at greg.novacek@wichita.edu Ms. Cathy Durano, Cathy.Durano@wichita.edu (316-253-3755) Interdisciplinary STEM (iSTEM) Graduate Education Certificate School of Teaching…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/stl/istem/Outreach01.php

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Student Employment | Student Engagement & Belonging | Wichita State University

…position provides quality customer service to guests, performs clerical duties, acts as a receptionist, and provides support to many of the Student Involvement programs and initiatives. Marketing Assistants Our marketing assistants gain applied learning skills through the development of print and digital media. Designers use products like Adobe…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/about/employment.php

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Community invited to join HSI podcast discussion group

…HSIs,” and S1E10: “Using Strategic Planning to Drive Servingness” For more information, contact Dr. Sara Mata, executive director of Hispanic Initiatives, at sara.mata@wichita.edu or at 316-978-5712, or contact Dr. Jennifer Friend, dean, College of Applied Studies, at jennifer.friend@wichita.edu or at 316-978-3301.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/02/community-invited-to-join-hsi-podcast-discussion-group/