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Former Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates to speak at Wichita State speaker series

Robert M. Gates, U.S. secretary of defense from 2006-2011 and former director of the CIA, will kick off Wichita State University’s inaugural Craig W. Barton Speaker Series this spring. Gates, who grew up in Wichita, will be the featured speaker in the moderated discussion at 6 p.m. April 27, in WSU’s Wiedemann Hall.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/03/23/former-secretary-of-defense-robert-m-gates-to-speak-at-wichita-state-speaker-series%ef%bf%bc/

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100 years of excellence: Barton School prepares for historic milestone

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. In honor of this momentous occasion, a dedicated committee of industry leaders, alumni, faculty and staff has been formed to commemorate the school’s rich legacy through a series of events and special recognitions. Esteemed alumni Rachel…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/17/100-years-of-excellence-barton-school-prepares-for-historic-milestone/

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2025: Ben Stein

Style Position Image Image Credit Header Content Buttons CANCELLATION NOTICE The Barton Speaker Series event at Wichita State featuring Ben Stein has been canceled. Stein informed the university in mid-February of his need to cancel due to personal circumstances. Stein, an economist, lawyer, actor and prolific author, was set to headline the speaker series…

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/president/events/barton_speaker_series/2025_ben_stein.php

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Barton School of Business launches immersive executive education programs | Wichita State News

Barton School of Business launches immersive Executive Education Programs Strategic Communications 04/02/2021 09:46:51 AM April 2, 2021 — The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has started Executive Education Programs aimed at bringing world-class resources, training and connections to Wichita’s top executives. This is the first…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/03-march/executiveeducation_3.php

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Barton School’s Executive Education Program to feature global AI expert Dr. Mark Esposito

The Center for Management Development (CMD) and Executive Education at Wichita State’s Barton School of Business is continuing its Executive Education Series for industry leaders and executives. The next program will feature Dr. Mark Esposito, an internationally recognized authority on artificial intelligence and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. His…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/04/barton-schools-executive-education-program-to-feature-global-ai-expert-dr-mark-esposito/

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Woolsey Hall’s New Interactive Outdoor Art Starts a Conversation

Ernest and Ruth sculpture outside of Woosley Hall. Barton School of Business 11/16/2022 06:10:10 AM Two uniquely interactive sculptures have been installed next to Woolsey Hall, the home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University, as part of the Ulrich Museum of Art’s world-class Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection. Ernest …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/11-17-22-ernest-and-ruth-sculpture.php

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Barton School brings live podcast experience to centennial celebration with Entrepreneur-in-Residence Bill Poston

The Barton School of Business at Wichita State is introducing a new way for students to engage with accomplished business leaders. As part of its centennial celebration, the Barton School will launch a live conversation series with an unscripted discussion designed to give students a front-row seat to the stories, decisions and lessons behind successful…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/08/11/barton-school-brings-live-podcast-experience-to-centennial-celebration-with-entrepreneur-in-residence-bill-poston/

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Author Michael Horn to keynote Barton School’s James Schwartz Lecture Sept. 18

Michael Horn, bestselling author of “Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career,” will present a dynamic keynote as part of the Barton School of Business’ fall 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series, “The New Career Playbook: Mastering Job Moves in a Changing World.” Horn’s talk will share fresh insights on navigating career transitions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/author-michael-horn-to-keynote-barton-schools-james-schwartz-lecture-sept-18-2/

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Author Michael Horn to keynote Barton School’s James Schwartz Lecture Sept. 18

Michael Horn, bestselling author of “Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career,” will present a dynamic keynote as part of the Barton School of Business’ fall 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series, “The New Career Playbook: Mastering Job Moves in a Changing World.” Horn’s talk will share fresh insights on navigating career transitions,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/03/author-michael-horn-to-keynote-barton-schools-james-schwartz-lecture-sept-18/

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The New Career Playbook: Michael Horn to deliver keynote at the Barton School

The Barton School of Business is proud to announce Michael Horn as the keynote speaker for its fall 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series. Horn is the author of several influential works, including the national bestseller “Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career.” His engaging and insightful presentation, “The New Career Playbook:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/08/20/the-new-career-playbook-michael-horn-to-deliver-keynote-at-the-barton-school/

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Mark Esposito, global AI expert, to deliver keynote at the Barton School in spring 2025

Dr. Mark Esposito has been selected as the keynote speaker for the spring 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series and J. Robert Young Executive-in-Residence, hosted by the Barton School of Business. Renowned for his expertise at the intersection of technology and economics, Dr. Esposito is an internationally recognized leader in artificial…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/20/mark-esposito-global-ai-expert-to-deliver-keynote-at-the-barton-school-in-spring-2025/

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Biological sciences seminar continues with Jeremy Barton Feb. 17

The Department of Biological Sciences’ spring 2025 seminar series continues from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17 in 218 Hubbard Hall. The seminar features Jeremy Barton, Envision Research Institute. He will give a public lecture titled, “Perception of mobile ophthalmic devices by eye-care professionals.” Seminars are open to the public and undergraduates are…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/13/biological-sciences-seminar-continues-with-jeremy-barton-feb-17/

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First-generation college student named 2023 Barton Scholar

The Frank Barton School of Business has awarded Isabella (Bella) Kilman, a senior from Valley Center High School, the 2023 Clay Barton Scholarship. The $50,000 scholarship is one of the largest business scholarships in Kansas. Kilman, who plans to major in marketing, was named the 2023 Barton Scholar after competing against numerous other high school seniors…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/02/20/first-generation-college-student-named-2023-barton-scholar/

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Barton School announces keynote panel of experts on analytics and artificial intelligence

The Barton School of Business will host its latest James P. Schwartz Speaker Series event on how to harness the transformational impact of analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). The event will occur from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 at the Woolsey Hall Auditorium. It will consist of a keynote panel discussion featuring industry experts in…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/13/barton-school-announces-keynote-panel-of-experts-on-analytics-and-artificial-intelligence/

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Barton School entrepreneurship keynote set for Nov. 9

Basil Hourani — co-founder and executive partner at Capital7 and the fall 2022 Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the W. Frank Barton School of Business — will provide a keynote presentation, along with Navin Thukkaram — lead investor at Skykick and founder of NT Capital — as part of the James Schwartz Lecture Series, “Lessons learned from $3 billion in exits.”…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/26/entrepreneur-in-residence-keynote-presented-by-basil-hourani-and-navin-thukkaram/

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Barton School keynote presentation scheduled for March 22

Susan Thomas — founder and CEO of 10Fold and the spring 2023 entrepreneur-in-residence at the Barton School of Business — will provide a keynote presentation, “An Entrepreneur’s Journey: Finding the Why to Drive Your Success,” as part of the James Schwartz Lecture Series. The keynote event is at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, March 22 in the Woolsey Hall Auditorium.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/20/barton-school-keynote-presentation-scheduled-for-march-22-2/

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Barton School keynote presentation scheduled for March 22

Susan Thomas — founder and CEO of 10Fold and the spring 2023 entrepreneur-in-residence at the Barton School of Business — will provide a keynote presentation, “An Entrepreneur’s Journey: Finding the Why to Drive Your Success,” as part of the James Schwartz Lecture Series. The keynote event is at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, March 22 in the Woolsey Hall Auditorium.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/08/barton-school-keynote-presentation-scheduled-for-march-22/

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James Schwartz Speaker Series to feature Tom Gentile

Tom Gentile — president and chief executive officer of Spirit AeroSystems and executive-in-residence at the W. Frank Barton School of Business — will provide a keynote presentation titled “Positioning for Growth Post-Pandemic” at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21 at the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) Beggs Ballroom. The event is part of the James Schwartz Speaker…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/12/james-schwartz-speaker-series-to-feature-tom-gentile/

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Barton School names Lauren Dunford as Entrepreneur-in-Residence

The Barton School of Business at Wichita State has named Lauren Dunford — one of the leading voices at the intersection of artificial intelligence, manufacturing and sustainability — as Entrepreneur-in-Residence as part of its centennial celebration. Her appointment signals the school’s continued commitment to connecting students and industry with…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/01/barton-school-names-lauren-dunford-as-entrepreneur-in-residence/

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England-based and global communications expert Lynda Jackson named fall 2025 Executive-in-Residence at Barton School

The Barton School of Business proudly welcomes Lynda Jackson, an England-based communications expert, as its fall 2025 J. Robert Young Executive-in-Residence. Jackson is a distinguished communications specialist and strategist, organizational psychologist, global speechwriter and public speaking coach. She brings a wealth of global experience to her clients …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/30/england-based-and-global-communications-expert-lynda-jackson-named-fall-2025-executive-in-residence-at-barton-school/