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Meet a Shocker: Isaac Tan | Wichita State News

…a way from when we were 6 years old to go to school and learn for most of our lives. I’m both excited and nervous to start entering into a new phase of my life and adulthood. What has been your most helpful learning experience while a student at Wichita State? I don’t think I can pinpoint a learning experience that was most meaningful. Different…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/05-may/Isaac_Tan_11.php

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WSU student fights illiteracy through Storytime Village fellowship | Wichita State News

…a large part of what she hopes Storytime fellows receive in the program. “The Storytime Village Summer fellowship is designed as an opportunity for young adults to develop skills that will lead to successful careers in the non-profit field and beyond,” Calcagno said. “We hope that all of our fellows walk away more invested in our community and with a desire …

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2021/08-aug/phanivong_storytimevillage_2.php

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Wichita State students led 1958 sit-in at whites-only lunch counter | Wichita State News

…Most of all, they were focused on change. Almost 62 years ago now, a group of African-American youth and young adults, members of Wichita’s NAACP Youth Council, stood up together — or rather sat down — in peaceful protest of segregation in Wichita. KMUW (2018) This year is the 60th anniversary of the first successful student-led sit-in of the modern civil…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/02-feb/dockum_11.php

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Badges at WSU support the workforce through targeted training opportunities | Wichita State News

…pass with a success rate of 80-85% on all assignments to receive a Badge Granted grade, or BG, which then becomes part of a student’s official WSU transcript. Designed for adults balancing work and family obligations, badges offer coursework online using open educational resources, meaning no textbooks are required. Coursework completion is flexible, with…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/04-april/wsu-badges_4.php

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Photography project offers people a chance to share what gives them joy | Wichita State News

…the subjects of research, with much of that focus on their health challenges and the obstacles they face in navigating society. PhotoVoice changes those dynamics by offering adults with disabilities a chance to show what makes their life enjoyable. Wichita State University’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is partnering on the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2024/10-oct/photovoice_2.php

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Wichita State students learn varied skills as part of Athletics creatives team | Wichita State News

…daily necessity things,” said Skylar Fleeman, who is working on her master’s degree in communication. “Everything piles on when you start entering adulthood, finances being one of them. I need to get gas, and you have money. I need to pick up a few things from the store.” Fleeman, who also works as a personal assistant for a family, appreciates the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/03-march/studentcreative_2.php

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Wichita State’s College of Engineering names 10 Wallace Scholars | Wichita State News

…Academy, where she developed skills in human-centered design and research. Her yearlong capstone focused on improving health literacy for young adults, reinforcing her interest in biomedical engineering as a way to translate science into solutions that support community well-being. Alongside her STEM pursuits, Jensen is deeply involved in the arts.…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/02-feb/wise_1.php

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Wichita State to celebrate more than 2,400 graduates at spring commencement | Wichita State News

…awarded a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology and has experience supporting children, adults and geriatric populations in educational, clinical and community settings. Sarah Kephart is a multidisciplinary artist, educator and advocate who uses art as a powerful tool for inclusion and…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/05-may/S26commencement_6.php

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Access to Mental Health Services for Spanish Speakers in Kansas

…(NAMI), one of the main reasons for this increased risk is that Hispanic/Latino individuals face barriers to accessing care. Only 35.1% of Hispanic/Latino adults with mental illness receive treatment each year, compared to the national average of 46.2%. Alce su Voz views community discussion as an important first step toward improvement in barriers to…

https://alcesuvoz.wichita.edu/2023/07/27/access-to-mental-health-services-for-spanish-speakers-in-kansas/

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Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner Awards Grant Funds for Financial Literacy Education

…decisions. This year’s grant funds will sponsor programs to prepare students to make financial decisions for their futures, as well as programs designed to assist adults with budgeting, saving, credit, emergency savings, investing, and protecting themselves from potential scams and fraud. More information about the specific OSBC sponsored programs is …

https://kcee.wichita.edu/2025/12/15/kansas-office-of-the-state-bank-commissioner-awards-grant-funds-for-financial-literacy-education/

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Colby Eighth Grader Maddie McCarty Places First Nationally in the SIFMA Foundation’s National InvestWrite® Competition

…performed. This website consists of graphs, links, and news about the different stocks. Finally, I asked adults that have bought stocks what they think would be successful and why. I think reading articles and doing research is the most important tool you can use to find and buy good stocks. I believe this because you can get different points of view and …

https://kcee.wichita.edu/2023/09/05/colby-eighth-grader-maddie-mccarty-places-first-nationally-in-the-sifma-foundations-national-investwrite-competition/

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Join Wichita State for United Way literacy fundraiser

…success and become the leaders of tomorrow. Students not reading proficiently by the fourth grade are four times more likely to drop out, and illiteracy often continues into adulthood. Donations to the campaign stay local to the Shocker Neighborhood through United Way of the Plains to alleviate illiteracy in the community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/02/join-wichita-state-for-united-way-literacy-fundraiser-2/

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Join President Muma’s literacy fundraiser

…success and become the leaders of tomorrow. Students not reading proficiently by the fourth grade are four times more likely to drop out, and illiteracy often continues into adulthood. Donations to the campaign stay local to the Shocker Neighborhood through United Way of the Plains to alleviate illiteracy in the community.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/07/join-president-mumas-literacy-fundraiser-3/

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Dr. Brent Ehresman, Dr. B.J. Lehecka in International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy

…was to determine the effects of a daily lunge-and-reach stretching program on hip flexor length and gluteus maximus strength, power, and endurance in healthy college-aged adults. Study Design: Cohort Study. Methods: Twenty-three participants with hip flexor tightness (15 females, 8 males; average age 24.0 ± 2.58 years) totaling 46 limbs were tested.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/22/dr-brent-ehresman-and-dr-b-j-lehecka-in-international-journal-of-sports-physical-therapy/

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Dr. Brent Ehresman and Dr. B.J. Lehecka in International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy

…was to determine the effects of a daily lunge-and-reach stretching program on hip flexor length and gluteus maximus strength, power, and endurance in healthy college-aged adults. Study Design: Cohort Study. Methods: Twenty-three participants with hip flexor tightness (15 females, 8 males; average age 24.0 ± 2.58 years) totaling 46 limbs were tested.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/09/02/dr-brent-ehresman-and-dr-b-j-lehecka-dr-brent-ehresman-assistant-director-of-clinical-education-assistant-teaching-professor-and-dr-b-j-lehecka-professor-in-international-journal-of-sp/

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New study from Public Policy and Management Center at WSU examines economic impact of homelessness, housing needs in Sedgwick County

…suppressed household formation — when individuals delay moving into their own homes — could represent at least 2,600 potential new households, especially among adults aged 18 to 34. The full study identifies several next steps to improve local data and planning: Develop standardized tracking systems across public departments Expand private sector…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/06/11/new-study-from-public-policy-and-management-center-at-wsu-examines-economic-impact-of-homelessness-housing-needs-in-sedgwick-county/

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Grab your tickets for the Shocker Outfield Tailgate

…as we cheer on the Shockers, reconnect with fellow alumni and enjoy a day of food, drinks and fun. The tailgate starts at noon and the first pitch is at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids and include a game ticket, ballpark food buffet, music, yard games and lots of Shocker Spirit. Alcoholic beverages are BYOB and must adhere to outfield…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/05/grab-your-tickets-for-the-shocker-outfield-tailgate/

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Tina Khan named executive director of the Barton School’s Office of Career and Professional Development

…(OCPD). Khan most recently served as a faculty member at the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC) and is also the founder and CEO of Launch, LLC. “Creating spaces where young adults are seen and belong are core values connected to my purpose,” said Khan. “There’s a great opportunity to influence and partner with college students in their lives beyond the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/02/tina-khan-named-executive-director-of-the-barton-schools-office-of-career-and-professional-development/

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Human Performance Studies students earn first and second place at GRASP 2025

… Scholarly Projects) symposium. Charvi Sharma, a master’s student in exercise science, earned first place for her research on the usability of neurocognitive mobile apps among adults with and without Parkinson’s disease. Toomaj Amiri, a master’s student in innovation and design, received second place for his interdisciplinary project introducing PARROT, a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/30/human-performance-studies-students-earn-first-and-second-place-at-grasp-2025/

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GRASP Symposium showcases graduate research at WSU

…Presentations: First Place: Charvi Sharma, exercise science major, for her poster entitled “Three Neurocognitive Mobile Applications: Perception of Usability in Adults With and Without Parkinson’s Disease” Second Place: Toomaj Amiri, innovation design major for his poster entitled “Assessing Tongue Mobility and Strength Using PARROT: An Oral Device”…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/18/grasp-symposium-showcases-graduate-research-at-wsu-2/