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Dr. Ken Ciboski, former professor of political science, passes away

…and master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Washington. A memorial fund is open to donations from the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/dr-ken-ciboski-former-professor-of-political-science-passes-away/

WSU Foundation

Pamela and Alex Ammar honored with Fairmount Founders’ Award for their support of Wichita State

… in the city that you live in,” said Alex. “If you support Wichita State, you support Wichita.” Pamela and Alex are lifetime members of the WSU Alumni Association and the Society of 1895 at the WSU Foundation.

https://foundation.wichita.edu/pamela-and-alex-ammar-honored-with-fairmount-founders-award-for-their-support-of-wichita-state/

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Christina Martinez

…of Kansas Board, volunteers for the Kansas Food Bank, and the Kansas School for Effective Learning (KANSEL), and has previously served as the President of the Wichita Area Alumni Chapter of Delta Gamma.

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/academics/business/alumni-council/Martinez-Christina.php

WSU Newsletters

Professor emeritus of political science, Dr. Mel Kahn, passes away

…at Old Mission Cemetery. A memorial has been made with the Circle of Friends at Larksfield place, and a memorial fund is also open to donations from the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/15/professor-emeritus-of-political-science-dr-melvin-kahn-passes-away/

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2004_4_aug_smgt

…nondiscrimination policies: Director, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260-0001; Telephone 316978-3001. Alumni News Update Several alumni of the sport administration program advanced their careers by taking new positions this summer. The rundown on each follows: • Kevin Olivett (G 2001) is…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/Sport_Management/documents/2004_4_aug_smgt.pdf

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Business owners, entrepreneurs considering buying or selling can attend Business Transitions Conference

…sessions focused on buying and selling a business as well as planning for family succession. Professionals specializing in financial, legal and business, including several WSU alumni, will be presenting on a variety of topics related to transactions. Tim Penner, CEO of Harper Industries, will be the keynote speaker. Learn more and register about the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/07/business-owners-entrepreneurs-considering-buying-or-selling-can-attend-business-transitions-conference/

WSU Newsletters

Join ADCI for Jim Hellman’s retirement reception

…the principles of design and apply them to real-world problems. At one point or another, Hellman has taught most of the designers currently working in Wichita, as well as numerous alumni working across the U.S. Grab-and-go refreshments will be served.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/11/join-adci-for-jim-hellmans-retirement-reception/

WSU Newsletters

Learn the Wichita State Fight Song and more at Cheers & Chants 101

…receive a ticket at no additional charge with their Shocker ID. Cheers & Chants 101 is coordinated by the Student Activities Council, University Athletics and WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement. For questions about this event, call Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership at 316-978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/31/learn-the-wichita-state-fight-song-and-more-at-cheers-chants-101-2/

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Five high school seniors win Wichita State Klose Scholarship

…Secondary education biology The scholarship is the result of a gift of $7.5 million to fund undergrad scholarships in math and science education from the estate of WSU alumni Doris and Ralph Klose. The College of Applied Studies awards scholarships to approximately 30 students each year through this fund, increasing the number of highly qualified…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/01-jan/klose_scholarships_19.php

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Meet the TRIO Student Support Team

…singing with a local ensemble called A.R.I.S.E. I’m active in giving back to the community by serving on the Board of Directors at the Kansas Food Bank, Newman University Alumni Board, The Urban League of Kansas and through my sorority of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. So if you’re a first generation, limited income or student of disability…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/student_support/StaffPortfolios/Karen_Wright.php

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Retirement reception scheduled for Dr. Rodney Miller, College of Fine Arts dean

…starting in June 2004. During his tenure, the School of Digital Arts was created and enrollment in the college has grown to over 1000 students. Working with the Foundation and Alumni Engagement office, the college scholarship/fellowship funds have reached $1 million in annual awards to College of Fine Arts students. Miller will retire in June 2023. Join …

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/25/retirement-reception-scheduled-for-dr-rodney-miller-college-of-fine-arts-dean/

WSU Newsletters

Watkins Visiting Professor discusses intersections of mathematics, literature, art

…Visiting Professorship was created in 1974 by the Watkins Foundation. The grant is now provided through the Watkins fund, a part of the Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement’s endowment. For more information about the lecture series, contact Dr. David Eichhorn at 316-978-6659.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/31/watkins-visiting-professor-discusses-intersections-of-mathematics-literature-art/

WSU Foundation

In Memoriam: Celebrating the life of Shirley Dieker ’80

…long-time support of Wichita State. The Diekers, who married in 1983 and have two children, Joseph and Margaret, are especially noted for their support of alumni-engagement activities, Greek life, Shocker Athletics, KMUW and the Barton School of Business. Shirley Dieker — wife, mother, grandmother, friend and proud Shocker — died December 25, 2024 in…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/in-memoriam-celebrating-the-life-of-shirley-dieker-80/

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First AAC Virtual Career Fair Oct. 28

Encourage your students to attend the first AAC Virtual Career Fair 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 28 via Career Eco. The fair will allow students and alumni of all degree levels, class levels, and all majors to visit with employers hiring for full-time and part-time positions, internships and co-op positions locally and throughout the nation. All universities from the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/15/first-aac-virtual-career-fair-oct-28/

WSU Foundation

A positive reaction: Chemistry professors join forces to create a pooled scholarship

…thing?’”English committed to matching Galliart’s gift, and together they created the Pooled Chemistry Scholarship. Their goal is to find other alumni and faculty to contribute and get the scholarship to the endowed level, where it will provide student funding every year in perpetuity. “The upperclassmen it will support have already gotten through…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/a-positive-reaction-chemistry-professors-join-forces-to-create-a-pooled-scholarship/

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Students invited to first AAC Virtual Career Fair Oct. 28

Wichita State students are invited to attend the first AAC Virtual Career Fair 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 28 via Career Eco. The fair will allow students and alumni of all degree levels, class levels, and all majors to visit with employers hiring for full-time and part-time positions, internships and co-op positions locally and throughout the nation. All…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/15/students-invited-to-first-aac-virtual-career-fair-oct-28/

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Tour de Shox: Stop Nine

…Wesley Low, Thomas Peters, Zach Rhoades and Justin Zwaschka. Colombian Superstars: At the tail end of winter break, Colombia had their national team trials. Two Shocker alumni and one current Shocker claimed their spots on Team Colombia. Clara Guerrero (’03-’06) won the even again and earned a spot on Team Colombia for her eighth consecutive year. Rocio…

https://www.wichita.edu/athletics/bowling/media/PressReleases/2015_2016_Releases/12216Release.php

WSU Foundation

Promise Bridge groundbreaking signifies Barton School’s commitment to academics, research and industry

…between Wichita State University’s main campus and our Innovation Campus. It’s a physical manifestation of the promise we make to our students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners.” Barton School Dean Larisa Genin makes remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony. Among those speaking at the event was Fidelity Bank Chairman Clark Bastian, who described the…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/promise-bridge-groundbreaking-signifies-barton-schools-commitment-to-academics-research-and-industry/

WSU Foundation

Significant scholarship established to benefit LAS and CFA students

…lurking in the background of the photo above.) And he stayed connected to his alma mater. In 2017, he was recognized with the Alumni Achievement Award. He joined the WSU Foundation’s National Advisory Council in 2011 and has served as a member of the Fairmount College Advisory Council as well as on the WSUFAE’s board of directors. “I think you really owe …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/significant-scholarship-established-to-benefit-las-and-cfa-students/

WSU Newsletters

Graduates invited to attend The Toast: A Graduation Celebration

…is free to attend and graduates may register online at The Toast website. The Toast is proudly coordinated by staff in the Division of Student Affairs and WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement. Email vpstudentaffairs@wichita.edu with any questions.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/12/04/graduates-invited-to-attend-the-toast-a-graduation-celebration/