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College of Education changes name to better reflect its offerings

…of Education at Wichita State University has changed its name to the College of Applied Studies. The change was made to better reflect the broad range of educational and applied learning offerings the college provides. WSU's College of Education has changed its name to the College of Applied Studies. The college's Department of Curriculum and Instruction…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2018/06-jun/college_of_ed_name_change.php

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Universal design approach can benefit all students

… Professions (CHP). UDI is a scientifically based concept that emphasizes inclusive practices to maximize student success, including those with ranges in ability, disability, age, learning style, language, race and ethnicity. Examples of UDI practices include ensuring physical access to facilities, arranging classroom seating for clear lines of sight,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2017/02-feb/universal_design.php

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Wichita United Inclusive Transition Education

…about Wichita State, personalized for your situation Request Info The Wichita United Inclusive Transition Education program ensures that students with identified, diverse learning needs have access to post-secondary education that enhances their quality of life and creates pathways to competitive integrated employment, valued community membership,…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/stl/Programs/WUnite/index.php

Community Engagement Institute

About

Our Story The Community Engagement Institute is dedicated to facilitating learning, developing innovative solutions and building capacity with organizations across the state of Kansas. TEAMWORK CEI is comprised of eight teams who work together to offer their expertise across a wide variety of specialties. VALUES At CEI, we value growth, authenticity,…

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WSU Newsletters

Student Success Tip #11: Get career ready

Wichita State students can develop skills and help pay for college by participating in applied learning opportunities while working on their degree. Check out the Shocker Career Accelerator to get started and find help landing an internship. Also, talk with your professors for more potential opportunities.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/10/23/student-success-tip-11-get-career-ready-3/

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Doctorate Program | Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, WSU

…successfully complete the professional and scholarly integrity training (PSIT) by the end of the first year of graduate study at Wichita State University 5. Applied Learning Students in the PhD in biomedical engineering program are required to complete an applied learning or research experience to graduate from the program. The requirement can be met by…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/biomedical/programs/doctorate.php

WSU Newsletters

Grace Ryan brings performing arts workshops to Kansas schools

Receiving applied learning funds has allowed Grace Ryan, a junior music education and musical theater major, to act as the company manager for the Wichita State Performing Arts Company (WUPAC). Through this organization, university students across all majors in the School of Performing Arts bring workshops in voice, movement and acting to schools in the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/10/21/grace-ryan-brings-performing-arts-workshops-to-kansas-schools/

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Book by WSU President Rick Muma details university’s bold vision for higher education | Wichita State News

…offers a behind-the-scenes look at the forward-thinking strategies and innovative vision that helped transform a regional institution into a national model of applied learning, industry collaboration and student success. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2025/08-aug/book_3.php

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Student Activities Council Explores National Trends to Strengthen Campus Life at Wichita State

Student Activities Council Explores National Trends to Strengthen Campus Life at Wichita State Student Engagement and Belonging 02/20/2026 05:00:00 PM Hands-on learning and connections at a national conference energize Wichita State programming. Five members of the Student Activities Council (SAC) traveled to the National Association for Campus Activities…

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/student_engagement_belonging/news/_articles/02-20-26_SAC-NACA.php

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Student Forms

…be released. Credit for Life Experience Students may earn credit for knowledge they acquired through life experience. Credit for life experience is granted only when a student’s learning from life experiences duplicates the content of a course described in the WSU catalog. The faculty member who teaches the course must certify that the life experience is the…

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Course Catalog

POLS - Political Science

…and align with those skills. Students practice building a portfolio of professional materials that can grow with them through the major, and learn ways to find applied-learning and internship opportunities during their time at WSU. The goal of this seminar is to equip political science majors with a clear and productive pathway through the degree that …

https://catalog.wichita.edu/undergraduate/courses/pols/

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Meet a Shocker: Lindsey Mendenhall | Wichita State News

…Science in biomedical engineering, concentration in biomaterials and tissue engineering Hometown Imperial, Nebraska High school Chase County High School Did you have any applied learning experience as a student? If so, what was it? Yes! I worked in the Advanced Materials Lab at NIAR for two years, where I was able to directly apply concepts from my…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/04-april/mas-mendenhall_6.php

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Johnson County Community College: College of Education Recommended Transfer Courses

…125 General Chemistry I Lab (L) ECON 230 Principles of Macroeconomics PHYS 130 College Physics I (L) PHYS 220 Engineering Physics I (L) Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL) LEAD 130 Leadership & Civic Engagement POLS 250 Introduction to Globalization PSYC 218 Human Development SOC 125 Social Problems Physical Education (PreK-12) BIOL 140 Human…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/transferguide/johnson/ed.php

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Tompkins' warm personality, dedication to WSU will be remembered | Wichita State News

…interim president Andy Tompkins impressed almost everyone by putting a full-time effort into a temporary job, walking the campus almost every morning, touring every building, learning names and backgrounds and using his avuncular personality to put people at ease during a time of transition at Wichita State University. Interim president Andy Tompkins…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/12-dec/Tompkins_graduation_5.php

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Meet a Shocker: Gaby Malache | Wichita State News

…10:00:00 AM Dec. 06, 2023 — Gabriela Malache, who goes by Gaby, is a Wichita native graduating with her BA in exercise science. She found it difficult to adapt to a fully online learning environment, but she took every advantage to step out of her comfort zone when she got back to campus, which she says other students should do as well. This is the first…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023/12-dec/masgabymalache_6.php

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Black History Month faculty profile: Valerie Thompson | Wichita State News

…Month faculty profile: Valerie Thompson WSU Strategic Communications 02/28/2024 12:16:08 PM Feb. 28, 2024 — Black History Month provides an opportunity for contemplation, learning and raising awareness about the extensive and varied history of the Black community. Wichita State is embracing the rich tapestry of history and heritage by highlighting…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/02-feb/bhm_thompson_2.php

WSU Newsletters

Join paranormal investigator Chris Moon Oct. 22

…Oct. 22 in the CAC Theater. Chris Moon will provide a presentation on his ghost-hunting techniques and positive evidence of the paranormal with audience members interested in learning more about the supernatural. His television appearances include truTV’s “Door to the Dead,” NBC’s “The Today Show,” A&E’s “Paranormal State” and NBC’s “America’s Got…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/30/join-paranormal-investigator-chris-moon-oct-22/

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Creating a New Program in CIM

…to attach all relevant documents such as new program proposal, program requirements, KBOR forms (if required), etc. Step 8: Applied Learning Applied Learning requirements are required for all programs except certificates, minors, and departmental honors. Accelerated degree programs also do not require separate Applied Learning requirements as those…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/registrar/CourseLeaf/CIM/Creating_New_Program.php

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Leveling Up: Fostering Growth in Game Design at Wichita State

…Up: Fostering Growth in Game Design at Wichita State Devon Robinson 05/02/2025 08:00:00 AM Wichita State's Brian Foster leads game design at Shocker Studios, blending hands-on learning, cutting-edge tech, and industry insight to prepare students. Brian Foster Assistant Educator of Game Design Teaching Efforts Brian Foster is one of two faculty members…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fine_arts_news/05_02_25_soda-spotlight-foster.php

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Wichita State, USD 259 partner to help children with 'Tenacious Men' program | Wichita State News

…emphasizing adults with backgrounds and stories that the children can identify with. Topics will range from mentors discussing a successful business to learning how to tie a tie or dinner etiquette. “It’s going to be character, the way you present yourself to other people, the way to present yourself in a professional manner,” Harrison said. “Hopefully,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/12-dec/tenaciousmen_1.php