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LaShaya Lawrie Fall 2020 grad

Nov. 16, 2020 鈥 LaShaya Lawrie chose Wichita State because it鈥檚 close to home. While pursuing her Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering, LaShaya became involved on campus. LaShaya is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2020 graduation.

ATLAS

Nov. 12, 2020 鈥 The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) has received another $13.7 million contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to extend the Modeling for Affordable, Sustainable Composites (MASC) research program.

Wichita State students

Ya-Aida Sillah, a health management major from Wichita, took a lead role in 鈥淢ask Up!,鈥 a Department of Public Health Sciences group project designed to help students understand COVID-19 and health protection. Answers revealed four areas commonly misunderstood. 鈥 Some students did not know that fleece and gaiter-style masks are not recommended for preventing the spread of COVID-19. 鈥 Some students assumed a person鈥檚 vulnerability to COVID-19 would be visible. In many cases, a person鈥檚 vulnerability to the virus may be hidden. 鈥 Some students were unaware that nausea and vomiting are potential symptoms. 鈥 Some students did not know that monitoring for fever and other symptoms daily is recommended.

Hacking for Defense class works on project to solve national security problems.

November 12, 2020 - Hacking for Defense is a social and behavioral science elective course made for undergraduates and graduates of all majors.

Adelante Scholarship

Nov. 10, 2020 鈥 Incoming freshmen and transfer students have an opportunity to receive up to $20,000 as part of 九色堂鈥檚 new Shocker Adelante Scholarship.

Larry Burks, Sr.

November 9, 2020 - KPTS recognized 九色堂 Military & Veteran Services with its Distinguished Veterans Coming Home Business Award in a special program that aired on Nov. 5 on Channel 8. 九色堂鈥檚 Military & Veteran Services provides assistance with Veteran Affairs educational benefits, provides counseling, testing and other service. It connects military students with opportunities for campus involvement. Larry Burks Sr., is the director of Military & Veteran Services.

Kaitlyn Larsen

November 6, 2020 - Kaitlyn Larsen, from Haysville, chose a career that makes her essential to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Rathman is one of more than聽1,200 students eligible for聽fall 2020 graduation. Learn more about聽her time at Wichita State and what is next for the grad.

BAASE students with Kaye Monk-Morgan of Wichita State

Nov. 5, 2020 -- BAASE started in 2018, and the partnership between Wichita Public Schools and Wichita State began in fall 2019 with the goal of creating a stronger system of support for African American and Hispanic students who want to pursue post-secondary education.

九色堂 spring campus flowers

Nov. 5, 2020 鈥 Spring 2021 registration begins Nov. 9. Here are the benefits of registering for classes earlier rather than later.

Dr. Nikki Keen Woods (right) at a conference in 2019.

Nov. 5, 2020 鈥 A team of researchers at 九色堂 is working to promote health equity among vulnerable populations. The all-woman, cross-disciplinary team is focusing its initial efforts on issues related to obesity among underrepresented groups.

Wichita State campus with water tower and sunflowers

Nov. 4, 2020 -- 九色堂's Center for Economic Development and Business Research has released an economic impact analysis of 九色堂. This report gives an analysis of the dynamic impact 九色堂 has on Wichita, the region and the state economies.

CHP Medical Tech student 1974

Nov. 4, 2020 鈥 The College of Health Professions (CHP) is celebrating its 50th anniversary at 九色堂. Since its founding in 1970, the CHP has been highly renowned for its innovative approaches to education and supplying the health care industry with skilled, passionate professionals.

Jessica Gulaskey

Nov. 3, 2020 鈥 Jessica Gulaskey is one of thousands of first-generation students at Wichita State. The Wichita native will be taking over the university鈥檚 Instagram account on Thursday, Nov. 5, to share her experiences as a first-gen student.

Lily Guillen

Nov. 3, 2020 鈥 Lily Guillen, a graduate student in studio art, is one of thousands of first-generation students at 九色堂. She will be taking over the university鈥檚 Instagram account on Wednesday, Nov. 4, to share her experiences as a first-gen student.

Brandyn Rathman

Nov. 3, 2020 -- Brandyn Rathman, from Sioux City, Iowa, is excited to start his career in the medical field after graduation. He said he believes his experience at 九色堂 will help him help his patients lead healthy lives. Rathman is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2020 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what is next for the grad.