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F1RST-gen Shocker Friday: Stacey Kampe

What is a first-gen Student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Form-a-line: Become a subcommittee member of FGCC. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/14/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-stacey-kampe/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Aaron L. Austin, Ed.D.

What is a first-gen Student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Faculty and staff help spread the word, there is an all-call for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/30/f1rst-gen-friday-aaron-austin-ed-d/

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Fall 2022 Graduates List

…Fall 2022 graduates. Some student names and hometowns may be omitted due to privacy requests. Kansas Graduates U.S. Graduates International and Others Alaska Graduate Name Honor Degree Area of Study City State Jonathan P Gallegos Magna Cum Laude Bachelor of Science Math-Emphasis in Statistics Fairbanks AK Alabama Graduate Name Honor Degree Area of Study…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2023_graduates/fall_22-23_graduates_usa-1.php

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Ashlyn Riggs, College of Applied Studies

…campus through her mother, who is an active employee. While at WSU, she had the opportunity to work at the Child Development Center as a lead sub teacher — all while getting her degree in education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/30/ashlyn-riggs-college-of-applied-studies/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Alicia Martinez Newell

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree — a student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Faculty and staff help spread the word: There is an all-call for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/06/f1rst-gen-friday-alicia-martinez-newell/

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Lindsey Mendenhall, College of Engineering

…was able to get more than just an education at Wichita State. Through the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR), she got to work in her field while getting her degree and has a job lined up with the NIAR Advanced Materials Lab. Beyond the classroom, Lindsey found that the lessons she learned from teaching her dogs set her up for success…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/22/lindsey-mendenhall-college-of-engineering/

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Apply now to the Master of Social Work program; open to all majors

…Get ready to start your plan now by attending an upcoming informational session via Zoom. Students of any major are eligible to apply for our Master of Social Work program. This degree is versatile and creative and provides pathways for students to enter a variety of fields of practice. Our graduates work as therapists, hospital social workers, advocates, …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/04/apply-now-to-the-msw-program-open-to-all-majors/

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Get ready for the SHPEtinas Masquerade Baile March 28

…Center. The event is an opportunity for students to come together for an evening of music, dancing and socializing in an elegant setting. The baile will feature free food, a 360-degree photo booth and a mocktail bar, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere for attendees. Guests are encouraged to dress in semi-formal attire, and masks will be provided …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/10/get-ready-for-the-shpetinas-masquerade-baile-march-28/

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Applications are open for 2025-26 Retention Faculty Fellows

…open for the 2025-26 Retention Faculty Fellows. Retention Faculty Fellows support the university’s Strategic Enrollment Management Goal 3 to Increase persistence rates of degree seeking student populations. The university identifies faculty who are interested in becoming more engaged in retaining students and promoting student success and persistence …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/08/applications-are-open-for-2025-26-retention-faculty-fellows/

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Celebrate Anthropology Day at the Lowell Holmes Museum of Anthropology

…Holmes Museum of Anthropology in Neff Hall. Visit the museum and explore the archaeology labs, and students can learn about majoring in anthropology and what you can do with degree in anthropology.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/14/celebrate-anthropology-day-at-the-lowell-holmes-museum-of-anthropology/

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Bella Neish, College of Applied Studies

For Bella Neish, Wichita State offered more than just a degree — it provided hands-on learning and career preparation. The New Mexico native worked in the cadaver lab, tackled the NASA SUITS challenge and became a certified strength and conditioning specialist. She’s set to return this fall for graduate school.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/18/bella-neish-college-of-applied-studies/

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Apply now for the WSU Staff Senate Scholarship

…has established a scholarship to help in the advancement of WSU staff and their dependents. Staff members or their dependents beginning or continuing their first bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. This scholarship can be combined with the university’s Tuition Assistance and other awards and can be used for tuition, books and fees. Applications for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/14/apply-now-for-wsu-staff-senate-scholarship/

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Applied Learning highlight: Nidhi Shenoy

…reflects ambition, resilience and a strong desire for growth. Expected to graduate in May 2026, she arrived in the United States in July 2024 after earning her bachelor’s degree in journalism and economics in India. The move marked a significant turning point as she sought to gain a global perspective on economics, blending her undergraduate expertise…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/23/applied-learning-highlight-nidhi-shenoy/

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Graduate School News

…for important announcements, timelines, and guidance. Questions regarding any information posted here may be directed to the Graduate School or GEM. Admission and Enrollment Non-Degree B is no longer an admission category. All non-degree students will be admitted into the codes formerly known as category A. Admission requirements have been updated to allow…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/graduate_school/announcements.php

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October 2022

…Co-PI/Department: Jeremy Patterson, Interdisciplinary Innovation | Shang-You Yang, Biological Sciences Sponsor: KTEC Holdings, Inc. Amount: $25,000 IMPROVED PERSISTENCE TO DEGREE COMPLETION THROUGH ENHANCED ENGINEERING IDENTITY PI/Department: Gary Brooking, Engineering Technology Co-PI/Department: Adam Lynch, Engineering Technology | Jacob Mendez,…

https://www.wichita.edu/research/ResearchNewsletter/2022-10-Newsletter.php

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Jaymes Squires, Fairmount College

…to juggle a full-time job and a growing family while pursuing his academic ambitions. His perseverance paid off, and Jaymes will graduate from Wichita State with a bachelor’s degree in general studies in December.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/13/jaymes-squires-fairmount-college/

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Hear from Shocker, Steven Soetjoadi, about his time working in Shocker Studios

Wichita State senior Steven Soetjoadi was attracted to WSU because of the digital acting degree from the School of Digital Arts. Beyond his studies, he’s found a community at Shocker Studios that embraces inclusivity and ensures his needs are met with compassion and creativity.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/12/hear-from-shocker-steven-soetjoadi-about-his-time-working-in-shocker-studios/

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Josie Sloan, College of Health Professions

Josie Sloan is a first-generation college student who worked as bus driver for Wichita Public Schools while earning her degree in communication sciences and disorders. Josie is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2024 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/04/josie-sloan-college-of-health-professions/

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Yuki To, College of Health Professions

Yuki To is a first-gen student at Wichita State University who is currently graduating with her degree in health science, and with the help of the scholarships available to her at Wichita State, she is graduating debt free. She made sure to spend time on extracurricular activities and develop connections with other Shockers. Her advice to her peers: “Don’t…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/12/10/yuki-to-college-of-health-professions/

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Read about Ashlyn Riggs’ experience as a substitute teacher

…WSU’s forward-thinking TAP, which blends academic advancement with hands-on classroom experience, allowing her to apply what she learns in real-time while earning her degree. As the lead substitute teacher at WSU’s Child Development Center (CDC), Ashlyn steps into the shoes of lead teachers when they’re absent, working with children ranging from birth to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/23/read-about-ashlyn-riggs-experience-as-a-substitute-teacher/