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Barton School to Bring Back Accounting Conference

… accounting insights,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, Dean of the Barton School. “The reinstallation of this landmark conference will benefit the Wichita community and help all industry professionals as they seek to gain knowledge and connections imperative to their industry.” For more information on the Barton Accounting Forum, visit wichita.edu/accountingforum.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/02-15-24-barton-accounting-forum-announcement.php

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Former Wichita State First Lady Deborah Bardo dies | Wichita State News

…Bardo served as Wichita State’s first lady from 2012 to 2019. In that role, she especially enjoyed being around students and supporting the many events that brought the community and university together. In her time at Wichita State, she established the Deborah J. Bardo Scholarship, which provides annual awards to freshmen, with a preference for those who…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/04-april/deborah_bardo_release_8.php

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Wichita State names new College of Engineering dean | Wichita State News

…and university to expand our applied learning opportunities for our students and create interdisciplinary experiences in the classroom, research spaces and in the community.” “The camaraderie in this talented group of faculty and staff, combined with their enthusiasm for hands-on learning and applied research, sets the college apart,” Muscat says. “To…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/07-july/muscat_dean_2.php

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OneStop_Strategic_Plan_Report

…Strategic Planning Report March 27, 2015 *Updated October 16, 2015 The OneStop at Wichita State University requested assistance from the Wichita State University Center for Community Support & Research (CCSR) in strategic planning for their organization. Due to being developed only last year, the OneStop had no previous strategic plan, so a one-year…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/onestop/_documents/OneStop_Strategic_Plan_Report.pdf

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Meet a Shocker: Jade Driggs | Wichita State News

…Image Image Credit Header Doctorate in Psychology Content Wichita State’s Doctor of Philosophy in psychology offers three programs of study: clinical, community and human factors psychology. Students have access to 14 state-of-the-art labs, groups and clinics, and the opportunity for faculty-student research—preparing them for future success in the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/04-april/mas_driggs_6.php

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For some adult learners at WSU, college is a second chance at life

…so when I got out, I was drinking that same day. I went back to drinking and drugging.” He was homeless for a while, but with the help of a community program for those in need he was able to get an apartment. Still addicted, he sank so low that he concocted a plan to rob a bank just so he would get arrested and sent back to prison. “How bad is that?” he…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/for-some-adult-learners-at-wsu-college-is-a-second-chance-at-life/

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Returning art students use ceramics to craft their future careers

… that made me feel insecure as a student. Having art to turn to gave me confidence.” Before coming to WSU, Fritts received her associate's degree in Liberal Arts at Butler Community College. Her husband watched their two kids, Ethan and Sophia, while she went to class. After graduation, her daughter started Kindergarten and Fritts became a full-time WSU…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/03-march/Returning_art_students.php

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The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…The Great Plains Honors Council is a great conference for all students, particularly students who have never presented at a conference. It is a student-friendly intellectual community of regional Honors programs and colleges. Visit the conference website for more information. Submissions for oral presentation, poster, and paper awards (cash prizes)…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-feb-5-21.php

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The Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…Research Day at the Capitol event is an opportunity for students to present their research experiences virtually to state lawmakers, Board of Regents members, and the WSU community on March 1st, 2023. Up to 40 students participate each year representing each of the state’s eight public four-year institutions. Projects from a broad range of…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-jan20-23.php

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The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

…minimum 3.25 overall GPA. Selection will be based on the following: Involvement at WSU and within the Cohen Honors College Leadership Contribution and service to the surrounding community Demonstrated success in Honors courses Apply here. The application deadline is February 15th at 11:59 p.m. Compete in Invent for the Planet! Invent for the Planet (IFTP) is…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/honors_college/news-letter/new-story-feb-4-22.php

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Internships with Lockheed Martin and Toyota help electrical engineering student prepare for the future | Wichita State News

…Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers helped him prepare to get this position at Lockheed. The student organization aims to empower the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) awareness, access, support and development. Nicolas was previously the president…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/02-feb/Reyes_LockheedR_2.php

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Staff Senate Professional Development and Scholarship

…be pursuing your first bachelor’s degree. Complete and attach the scholarship essay. Essay should be typed and include a brief overview of your contributions to the Wichita community at large and your personal long-range goals. The essay should also highlight why you deserve the scholar-ship and how you anticipate using your degree. Application

https://www.wichita.edu/services/staffsenate/professional_development_scholarship-1.php

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Wichita State and YMCA discussing fitness facility for Innovation Campus

… be tremendously beneficial to our students," said Hall. "The Y has a great track record of building and maintaining outstanding facilities and programs to benefit members and the community. And this partnership gives us an opportunity to expand our health and wellness options on campus." "The Heskett campus recreation center was built in 1983," Hall said,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2017/03-march/wichita_state_ymca.php

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Student Enrollment Hits New Milestones at Wichita State

… strong academics mixed with real-world applied learning experiences all in the backdrop of the largest city in Kansas, teeming with student life opportunities and community activities. More specifically, here are a few headlines about our new incoming class of Shockers: Fall 2021, Fall 2022 and Fall 2023 represent the three largest freshmen classes in the…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/09_29_2023_Enrollment_Growth.php

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Conference Management Services

…group outings For more information on these services or any other services not listed, please contact: Lauren Fontarum, Assistant DirectorOffice for Workforce, Professional and Community Education1845 Fairmount, Campus Box 136Wichita, KS 67260-0136Phone: 316-978-6395lauren.fontarum@wichita.edu

https://www.wichita.edu/about/conferences/ManagmentServices.php

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Wichita State to help modernize and replace USAF’s ‘Nightwatch’ presidential emergency command center aircraft fleet | Wichita State News

…opportunities for students; and support the aviation and manufacturing industries – while driving innovation and prosperity for the community, region and state. Buttons Learn more about NIAR

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/12-dec/nightwatch_story_3.php

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Meritrust_release_13

…for Entrepreneurship will help the center fulfill its mission to advance business creation and economic growth through education, research and community involvement. “This partnership provides opportunities for our students and the Wichita community to engage with entrepreneurs and other business professionals on an ongoing basis,” Claycomb said. “This is…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/archive/images/Meritrust_release_13.pdf

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Professor, students have the chance to rewrite history

…School offers 45 master's and 12 doctoral degrees that offer study in more than 100 areas. Wichita State's Innovation Campus is an interconnected community of partnership buildings, laboratories and mixed-use areas where students, faculty, staff, entrepreneurs and businesses have access to the university's vast resources and technology. For more…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2018/11-nov/etzanoa_release_v1.php

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Dr. Torres Rivera elected as president of the American Counseling Association

…number of Latinx students by hiring educators with expertise in Latinx needs. “Dr. Torres Rivera has established himself as a key leader within the Wichita State community and the counseling profession,” Dr. Clay Stoldt, interim dean of the College of Applied Studies, said. “He consistently brings expertise, energy and commitment to his work leading…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/21/dr-torres-rivera-elected-as-president-of-the-american-counseling-association/

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WSU Center for Real Estate to release 2025 Kansas Housing Markets Forecast series

… 316-516-6365 or stan.longhofer@wichita.edu. About the W. Frank Barton School of Business Located in Kansas’ business hub and with significant ties to the business community, the W. Frank Barton School of Business provides extensive applied learning opportunities. With in-person and online options, Barton School undergraduate and graduate programs are…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/09-sept/housing_forecast_24_4.php