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College of Health Professions celebrating 50th anniversary

…the past 50 years. “As a college, we have touched countless lives through five decades of applied learning, research, and community outreach,” he said. “Thank you to the alumni, donors, students, faculty and staff — both past and present — for your hard work to make the College of Health Professions a leader in health care education.” 2020 also marks the…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/11-nov/chp_50_anniversary_3.php

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Wichita State’s public affairs program ranked nationally by U.S. News

… Hugo Wall School and Regents Distinguished Professor of Public Finance. “This acknowledgment is a testament to the dedication of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni to the field of public administration and the local community.” “The Hugo Wall School is a leader in Fairmount College for community engagement and applied learning,” Andrew Hippisley,…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fairmount_news/HWS_USNEWS.php

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Amplifying Student Voices

…his KLC Leadership Training event. The details are as follows: Date: 04.08.2026 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM Location: RSC 265 Director Safdar is continuing to work with the Foundation of Alumni and Engagement to establish an International Alumni Network! Athletic Engagement Director Murphy is continuing to establish the relationship with Athletics as he finishes his …

https://www.wichita.edu/student_life/sga/newsletter/68th-session/4-7-26_Amplifying_Student_Voices.php

WSU Newsletters

Remembering Bela Kiralyfalvi, the eponym of the Bela Kiralyfalvi National Student Playwriting Competition

…in his honor. In 2024, Bela passed away at the age of 87. He will be missed but his passion for theatre and enthusiasm for teaching will live on through past students, alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and family. “Teaching has always been exciting and interesting,” Bela Kiralyfalvi said following his retirement. “I’ve enjoyed learning and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/02/28/rememberig-bela-kiralyfalvi-the-eponym-of-the-bela-kiralyfalvi-national-student-playwriting-competition/

WSU Foundation

Aerospace engineering grad’s startup targets electrifying private air travel

…position I am now.” He adds, “I purely enjoyed the everlasting friendships I made with fellow Shocker colleagues, alumni and professors through the various projects I worked on at WSU.” For more about Nimbus, visit nimbusaerospace.com.

https://foundation.wichita.edu/aerospace-engineering-grads-startup-targets-electrifying-private-air-travel/

WSU Foundation

Opportunities at WSU push Shocker toward success

…education, and while she knew it was worth the cost, the financial burden was always a concern. Thankfully, through scholarships like the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement’s Shocker Pride Scholarship, she’s been able to reduce some of the financial burden while also gaining professional career development and community experiences. “The scholarship has…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/shocker-pride-scholar-kaylan-richardson/

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17 WSU-bound students awarded full-ride Rudd Scholarships | Wichita State News

…professions, build strong relationships and serve to help the next generation of scholars through an active and connected alumni association after graduation. "The Rudd Foundation is truly changing my life and helping me chase my dreams by allowing me to attend college debt-free,” said Sutton O’Crowley of Douglass High School. “I am very excited to…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2026/03-march/2026rudd_1.php

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Sharing positive student stories advances SEM Goal 1.4

… in your classes. Connect their experiences with opportunities available to other students. Ideas beyond the classroom: Create regular newsletters or social media posts to reach alumni and community members about recent student successes. Shout out to Strategic Communications for the many feature stories on our outstanding students For more information,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/18/sharing-positive-student-stories-advances-sem-goal-1-4/

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Dr. Jessica Provines, Ph.D.

…Training Coordinator at CAPS Chair of the Campus Alcohol Advisory Board Prairie View, Inc. Post-doctoral specialized training in Dialetical Behavior Therapy Awards Outstanding Alumni of Wichita State University (2017) Program Evaluator for the SAMHSA Garret Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grant (2015-2018) Committees WSU CARE Team WSU Health and…

https://www.wichita.edu/profiles/services/student_affairs/Provines-Jessica.php

WSU Newsletters

Institute for the Study of Economic Growth to host Stuart Kauffman

…and Complexity.” All Wichita State faculty and staff are invited to attend, and they are encouraged to share the event information with any students, alumni or members of the community they think may benefit.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/06/institute-for-the-study-of-economic-growth-to-host-stuart-kauffman/

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Community invited to attend Wichita State’s Shocktoberfest Parade

…Braeburn Square restaurants. Bring your own chair or grab a spot on the patio for this casual and fun-filled gathering. The parade and party are hosted by WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs.  Anyone with questions can contact Amber Duncan at 316-978-5483 or amber.duncan@wichita.edu; or Stacie Williamson at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/11/community-invited-to-take-part-in-wichita-states-shocktoberfest-parade/

WSU Foundation

Planning ahead: Young alumna creates estate gift for future students

…to be able to do something like that.’” Stitt has found many ways to give back to the university over the years, speaking to classes and at events and serving on the Alumni Advisory Board and the Shocker Pride Scholar selection committee. This year, she took her investment in WSU a step further, designating a planned gift of $100,000 to create a scholarship …

https://foundation.wichita.edu/planning-ahead-young-alumna-creates-estate-gift-for-future-students/

WSU Foundation

Unusual times, same mission

…long-term performance success, helping to ensure their future stability. “One of the reasons Wichita State is so strong today is because our alumni and friends have invested in their university,” King said. “That support and trust will sustain us as we respond to the challenges ahead and do the work that helps ensure a bright future.”

https://foundation.wichita.edu/unusual-times-same-mission/

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Faculty Chamber Music Series presents ‘Welcome Spring!’

…present the original 13-instrument version as a chamber offering. The one-hour concert is also a celebration of the musical excellence of the WSU School of Music faculty and alumni. Other selections will include riveting two piano repertoire and new works for piano and saxophone. WSU students can present their Shocker ID and get a ticket at no additional…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/29/faculty-chamber-music-series-presents-welcome-spring/

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Advisory Board | Cybersecurity, College of Engineering, WSU

… Integrations, Novacoast Inc. Caleb Carey | IT Manager, Cybersecurity, Textron Aviation Angela Dudley | Senior Associate Vice President, Corporate Partnerships, WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement Gary Gaston | Senior Project Manager, Operations Team, Ennovar Sean Larson | Chief Information Security Officer, Textron Aviation Michael Mayta | Chief…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/cybersecurity/advisory-board.php

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Welcome from the Dean

…Empowering Our Community To our prospective students: We invite you to discover your potential, challenge your limits, and launch a transformational career with us. To our alumni and partners: Your engagement, leadership, and support are the foundation of our momentum and the bridge to future opportunities for our students. To our faculty, staff, and…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/engineering/about/welcome_from_the_dean.php

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$3 million gift from J. Robert Young dedicated to WSU student success | Wichita State News

…Success Center will be home to WSU’s Writing Center, Math Lab, Physics Lab and Supplemental Instruction Services. The 2015 recipient of the WSU Alumni Association’s Achievement Award, Young has earned many accolades for his business and philanthropic accomplishments. “Bob Young has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to philanthropy throughout his…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2022/02-feb/young_2.php

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Employer Sponsorship

…degree. Previous academic training in business is not required for admission. Learn more about EMBA admission requirements. We encourage potential candidates to talk with alumni and current students. We also strongly encourage students to visit a class, to get a "feel" for the environment and structure. Acknowledgment of Responsibility Employed…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/emba/EmployerSponsorship.php

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Dean Andrew Hippisley accepts position in Texas

…education,” Hippisley said. Community engagement has also been one of Hippisley’s priorities as he made strong efforts to strengthen the college’s ties with its alumni base. In partnership with the WSU Foundation, Hippisley has helped secure $24 million to support the mission of the Fairmount College and has developed new industrial and business…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/fairmount_news/Hippisley.php

WSU Foundation

Top eldercare executive honored for career achievement

… was named a Top CEO in the Washington Post’s 2019 Top Workplace survey in the small-employer category. In 2010, he was recognized with the WSU Alumni Achievement Award. The Parkinsons, who reside in Washington, D.C., are longstanding supporters of Wichita State. In 2019, to cite one of their contributions, they set up a scholarship program to benefit…

https://foundation.wichita.edu/top-eldercare-executive-honored-for-career-achievement/