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Black History Month faculty profile: Rhonda Lewis | Wichita State News

… are needed. I don't have to keep comparing African Americans/Blacks to the majority. There are enough differences within the group itself. Have you encountered any specific initiatives or support systems at Wichita State that have been particularly helpful to you? I would say there are too many people to mention, but my department was very supportive of me …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/02-feb/bhm_lewis_2.php

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FirePoint selected to operate new Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub, connecting small business with defense innovation opportunities | Wichita State News

…workforce development necessary to drive innovation and collaboration across the key Army modernization priorities. FirePoint initiatives support collaboration, partnering, and STEM workforce development to ensure modern Army combat readiness and overmatch in the multidomain battlespace. For more information, visit www.ﬁrepoint.info. Style Position Image…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/01-jan/firepoint_onramp_3.php

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Dynamic Duo Gene and Yolanda Camarena Named Barton School’s Spring 2024 Entrepreneurs-in Residence

…lessons learned, articulate their visionary outlook for the future, advocate for a philanthropic mindset, and underscore the significance of transformative community initiatives. Beyond the keynote, the Camarena’s are committed to fostering meaningful connections by actively engaging with students through mentoring and networking sessions.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/12-15-23-gene-and-yolanda-camarena-entrepreneur-in-residence.php

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GEM_sp2017

…sources. The list of goals represents departmental values and are in alignment with departmental strategic planning initiatives and College of Education SEM initiatives. Specifically, the M.Ed. in Sport Management will be associated with the following initiatives: 1) Regional leader in innovative curriculum within Sport Management programs and…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Sport_Management/PROGRAMS/GEM_sp2017.pdf

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WSU College of Engineering partners with Groover Labs to support regional innovation | Wichita State News

…partnership.” Businesses interested in collaborating with the College of Engineering and Groover Labs on prototyping, product development or other innovation initiatives can contact Nathan Smith, the applied learning facilities manager for the college, at nathan.smith@wichita.edu or 316-978-7461. About Wichita State University Wichita State University is…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/12-dec/groover_2.php

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FirePoint selected to operate new Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub, connecting small business with defense innovation opportunities | Wichita State News

…workforce development necessary to drive innovation and collaboration across the key Army modernization priorities. FirePoint initiatives support collaboration, partnering, and STEM workforce development to ensure modern Army combat readiness and overmatch in the multidomain battlespace. For more information, visit www.ﬁrepoint.info. Contact for News…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/01-jan/firepoint_onramp_3.php

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FirePoint brings first Hacking for Defense program to Kansas | Wichita State News

…and workforce development necessary to drive innovation and collaboration across the key Army modernization priorities. FirePoint initiatives support collaboration, partnering, and STEM workforce development to ensure modern Army combat readiness and overmatch in the multidomain battlespace. For more information, visit www.firepoint.info. About Wichita…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/01-jan/hacking_for_defense_9.php

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Students from 11 new cities will soon pay in-state tuition to attend WSU | Wichita State News

… competitive in those states.” Shaw also said the request to include these new regions was based on the past successes of the Shocker City and Shocker Select initiatives. The programs began in 2015 and benefitted students from Oklahoma, Texas and Missouri. Since then, WSU has had a growth of more than 260% of enrolled students from these states. Additional…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2022/03-march/Shocker_City_Expansion_1.php

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Featured OAL News

…who share how their campus is using adult learning theory to inform student success initiatives and how they are advocating for adult learners across campus. Returning to college can be scary- WSU's new Shocker Comeback Program can help Thanks to the new Shocker Comeback Program, Marcell reactivated his account, connected with admissions, and found…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/featured_news.php

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FirePoint’s Future Innovators internship brings underrepresented students into DoD’s talent pipeline | Wichita State News

…workforce development necessary to drive innovation and collaboration across the key Army modernization priorities. FirePoint initiatives support collaboration, partnering, and STEM workforce development to ensure modern Army combat readiness and overmatch in the multidomain battlespace. For more information, visit www.firepoint.info. Contact: Tracee Friess,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/05-may/firepoint_9.php

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WSU included in initiative to boost behavioral health workforce | Wichita State News

…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://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2024/07-july/KSBHCoE_2.php

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Kansas Dyslexia Recommendations

…3 courses specific to developing candidates’ knowledge of literacy assessment, acquisition, and development in typical and atypical learners. Updates on Dyslexia Initiatives in WSU College of Applied Studies 2021 All tools and related assessments for the WSU programs detailed in the KSDE Science of Reading Assurance report have been fully implemented.…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/stl/Dyslexia.php

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Adlai E. Stevenson High School and Kennedy Middle School teams win national Science Olympiad | Wichita State News

…recognizing a breakout performance by a team at the National Tournament. As part of its Character and Citizenship in the Community (the 3Cs) and Smart to Be Good initiatives, Science Olympiad teams are participating in a national service project to honor the city hosting the tournament; Science Olympiad set a goal to raise least $15,000 for Arts…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2023/05-may/science_olympiad_results_7.php

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Docking Institute Staff Satisfaction Survey results available today

…As we move forward, our WSU Staff Senate, along with WSU administration, will look closely at the results of the survey to determine what initiatives we can develop on our campus to act on the issues and topics brought forth in the responses. If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, email Staff Senate President Denise Gimlin at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/docking-institute-staff-satisfaction-survey-results-available-today/

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WSU Barton School adding master’s program in business analytics | Wichita State News

…officially begin in fall 2021. The 30-credit degree will offer two tracks: Management Track, which focuses on developing capabilities to lead analytics initiatives. Data Science Track, which aims to instill deep proficiency of innovative tools and techniques. Both tracks will provide a foundation of business principles with courses in management…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/03-march/masters_businessanalytics_3.php

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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-releases/2026/03-march/2026rudd_1.php

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WSU Fishing Club Sponsors

…built on sportsmanship, conservation, and results Club Development Educational workshops and guest speakers Member recruitment and outreach Conservation and community service initiatives Club equipment and resources Professional & Personal Development Industry networking opportunities Sponsor engagement and promotional activities Leadership development …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/campus_recreation/competitive_sports/bass-fishing-club/Sponsorship.php

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Wichita State’s mechatronics program earns ARM endorsement | Wichita State News

… career opportunities in the growing robotics and automation fields,” said Debra Franklin, associate vice president for Strategic Initiatives at Wichita State. The ARM endorsement also ties into the university’s applied learning objectives, said Chris Rees, assistant educator in the Department of Engineering Technology. “What we’re doing is getting external …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews-releases/2021/07-july/ARM_4.php

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Budget Maintenance Post Adoption

…central shrinkage requests include: one-time purchases, start-up costs for new programs or initiatives, additional compensation or other controllable salary expenses due to employee absences or turnover. Colleges and departments that contribute to the GU shrinkage balance are allowed to request use of the balance to cover expenses specifically related to …

https://www.wichita.edu/administration/budget/BudgetMaintenancePostAdoption.pcf.php

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WSU recognized as Partners in Peace institution by National Collegiate Honors Council and Nobel Peace Center| Wichita State News

…theories to analyze Nobel Laureates’ lived experiences and impact, while engaging in dialogue with Wichita State alumni working on international peace initiatives. “I was excited to learn about the Partners in Peace initiative as I could see natural connections to the dialogue and leadership skills that we are focused on across the honors…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/10-oct/partnersinpeace_2.php