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Free entrepreneurship workshops available

The Kansas Small Business Development Center is hosting two entrepreneurship workshops. All the workshops are free of charge. Lending 101 – noon-1 p.m. July 22. This webinar offers insights from a former banker to help you understand what lenders require, the loan application process and how a lender makes a decision on a loan request. Vince Haworth with the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/13/free-entrepreneurship-workshops-available/

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Barton School appoints Dr. Chris Broberg as interim director of the Center for Entrepreneurship

The Barton School of Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Broberg as interim director of the Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE). Broberg currently serves as associate professor of entrepreneurship and associate dean for faculty and research within the Barton School. The Barton School extends its sincere gratitude to Nancy Kersenbrock…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/11/barton-school-appoints-dr-chris-broberg-as-interim-director-of-the-center-for-entrepreneurship/

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Widener Global Leaders program launches fifth-year recruitment

The award-winning Widener Global Leaders Program is proud to announce an exciting expansion as it enters its fifth year, welcoming Wichita State University students in business, communication, music or fine arts. This strategic growth reflects our continued commitment to developing the next generation of global leaders. This milestone follows the recent…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/17/widener-global-leaders-program-celebrates-launches-fifth-year-recruitment/

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Richard Dinkel becomes Barton School’s Dean’s Advisory Board chair

… 1, 2025, Richard Dinkel, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Koch, Inc., will assume the role of chair of the Dean’s Advisory Board for the Barton School of Business. Dinkel has served as chair-elect since August 2024 and member at-large since 2022. He will succeed Margaret Dechant, CEO and partner at 6 Meridian, who is completing a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/08/richard-dinkel-becomes-barton-schools-deans-advisory-board-chair/

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Haley speaking at International Technology and Innovation Foundation webinar

The Center for International Business Advancement (CIBA) and the World Trade Council of Wichita (WTCouncil) will host a virtual presentation at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (IFIT), a leading think tank in Washington, D.C., at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. Panelists for this event will include Usha Haley, W. Frank Barton Distinguished…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/26/haley-speaking-at-international-technology-and-innovation-foundation-webinar/

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Barton School celebrates art and innovation with Envision artists Erica Johnson and Tomiyo Tajiri

The Barton School of Business is proud to foster accessibility and creativity through its ongoing collaboration with the Envision Arts Program — an initiative by Envision, a nonprofit committed to creating opportunities and transforming lives for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. In an effort to foster creativity and celebrate diverse artistic …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/08/barton-school-celebrates-art-and-innovation-with-envision-artists-erica-johnson-and-tomiyo-tajiri/

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Humans of Wichita State: Grad Edition - Lauren Hamilton

…Admissions 04/29/2026 09:28:39 AM Being a two-term president for her sorority taught Lauren a lot about leadership that she plans to use in her career. The Barton School of Business has prepared her for a future in real estate. Photo by Matt Crow/Undergraduate Admissions Hometown Wichita, KS Degree received Marketing with emphasis in Real Estate and a…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2026/04_29_HOWSU_Grad_Lauren.php

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Applications for the Shocker New Venture Competition are due March 27

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur with a business idea, now is the time to take action. Submit your pitch video and application for the Shocker New Venture Competition by noon Thursday, March 27 for a chance to compete for prizes, mentorship and valuable networking opportunities. What to submit: A pitch video introducing your business idea A completed…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/24/applications-for-the-shocker-new-venture-competition-are-due-march-27/

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Tuition and Financial Aid

…federal student aid. Click the link below to learn more and apply. Learn more about financial aid at Wichita State Scholarship Opportunities and Fellowships The Barton School of Business offers scholarships and fellowships for incoming and current graduate students studying in the field of business. Awards range from $750-$8,500. Grad studies fellowships are…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/business/scm/Tuition___Financial_Aid.php

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First time, first place: Barton School students win twice at national investment forum in New York City

In the heart of New York City, where the stakes mirror the pace of global finance, a team of Barton School of Business students stood shoulder to shoulder with peers from some of the nation’s most prestigious institutions and finished at the top. By earning two first-place awards at the Global Asset Management Education (G.A.M.E.) Forum XV, Barton School…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/26/first-time-first-place-barton-school-students-win-twice-at-national-investment-forum-in-new-york-city/

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Perspectives series returns to examine legacies of racism in American culture

Presenters in the “Legacies of Racism in American Culture” series will give their perspectives on religion, immigration, business, supremacist thought and labor economics. Andrew Hippisley, dean, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, will host the series. Presentations will be delivered at 3 p.m. Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 via Zoom. Login…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/26/perspectives-series-returns-to-examine-legacies-of-racism-in-american-culture/

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Perspectives series returns examining legacies of racism in American culture

Presenters in the “Legacies of Racism in American Culture” series will give their perspectives on religion, immigration, business, supremacist thought and labor economics. Andrew Hippisley, dean of the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, will host the series. Presentations will be delivered at 3 p.m. on the following dates below via Zoom. Login…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/19/perspectives-series-returns-examining-legacies-of-racism-in-american-culture/

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Episode 41 of ‘Forward Together’ podcast features WSU alum Carl Bowden

Join President Rick Muma as he visits with Carl Bowden about how his Master of Business Administration from Wichita State helped him pivot from a career in wildlife conservation to a career focused on strategy, leadership and influence.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/24/episode-41-of-forward-together-podcast-features-wsu-alum-carl-bowden/

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100 years of excellence: Barton School prepares for historic milestone

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. In honor of this momentous occasion, a dedicated committee of industry leaders, alumni, faculty and staff has been formed to commemorate the school’s rich legacy through a series of events and special recognitions. Esteemed alumni Rachel…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/07/17/100-years-of-excellence-barton-school-prepares-for-historic-milestone/

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Kapaun and Valley Center students named 2026 Jabara Scholars

The Barton School of Business is excited to announce that two Wichita-area students are the recipients of the 2026 Professor Fran Jabara Endowed Scholarship. The winners are Adeline Lank from Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School and Gabriel Shaffer from Valley Center High School. Each will receive $36,400 spread over four years to attend WSU and major or…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/25/kapaun-and-valley-center-students-named-2026-jabara-scholars/

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Applied Learning highlight: Akash Pandey

Akash Pandey, a Master of Science in business analytics student at WSU, has embraced applied learning to build a strong foundation in data analysis and strategic decision-making. From his first job as a parking worker to his current role as a data analyst, he has seized every opportunity to grow professionally. Through internships, student leadership and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/06/applied-learning-highlight-akash-pandey/

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Compete, connect and conquer in Shocker New Venture Competition 2025

Are you ready to take your business idea to the next level? The Shocker New Venture Competition (SNVC) is your chance to showcase your startup, gain mentorship and compete for funding. Whether you’re refining an early-stage idea or scaling a venture, SNVC provides the resources and connections to help you succeed. Competition timeline: Round one: March 3-27 …

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/10/compete-connect-and-conquer-in-shocker-new-venture-competition-2025/

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Barton School’s microcredential programs recognized as the first of their kind in the world

The Spero program at the Barton School of Business is the first in the world to offer 1EdTech TrustEd microcredential certified programs. 1EdTech is a global leader in educational technology, working to improve how people learn with digital tools. The certification guarantees that these courses are trusted and valuable, giving students an edge in their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/14/barton-schools-microcredential-programs-recognized-as-the-first-of-their-kind-in-the-world/

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Barton School names Lauren Dunford as Entrepreneur-in-Residence

The Barton School of Business at Wichita State has named Lauren Dunford — one of the leading voices at the intersection of artificial intelligence, manufacturing and sustainability — as Entrepreneur-in-Residence as part of its centennial celebration. Her appointment signals the school’s continued commitment to connecting students and industry with…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/01/barton-school-names-lauren-dunford-as-entrepreneur-in-residence/

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Barton School’s Spero Program graduates second cohort, expanding opportunity

Barton School of Business’ Spero Program at Wichita State has reached another significant milestone with the graduation of its second class. A total of 80 alumni, including 43 students graduating in the second class, have successfully completed the world’s first TrustEd microcredential program of its kind, establishing Spero as a national model for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/11/barton-schools-spero-program-graduates-second-cohort-expanding-opportunity/