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Liam O鈥機onnor is an education major specializing in history and government for 6-12th grade. Liam has spent most of his life in Wichita, Kansas, though his journey began in Southern California. Liam is currently working as a student teacher. He has received applied learning funds allowing him to fully focus on developing as a teacher. His responsibilities as a student teacher include鈥攈andling instruction, grading, unit creation, and classroom management. His goal after graduation is to become a Social Studies teacher, ideally at a middle school, a choice that often surprises people. 鈥淲hile some think that I am 鈥榗razy鈥� for that, I think they are the perfect age!鈥� Looking further ahead, Liam eventually aspires to become a school administrator, envisioning a future where he could lead as a principal.

In the summer of 2023, Amaya Harris interned as a Marketing and Hospitality Manager at Ballparks of America in Branson, Missouri. This experience immersed her in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where she was responsible for a variety of tasks that spanned photography, editing, team registration, hospitality management, and event preparation.

Tony Mai, a proud double alumnus, earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the spring of 2018 and later completed his Master of Social Work in the spring of 2022. Tony took advantage of many applied learning experiences during his time at Wichita State. Today, he serves as a Program Manager at the Rudd Foundation, where he oversees the expansion of community service programs and manages mentorship and professional development for sophomore cohorts across four campuses. With Wichita State consistently enrolling the highest number of Rudd Scholars each year, Tony鈥檚 work strengthens the bridge between the foundation and his alma mater. Beyond his professional role, Tony remains deeply engaged with the community.聽

Aram Khader has a strong family legacy at 九色堂, including her four older siblings and mother. Attending 九色堂 was a natural step in her career journey. What she didn鈥檛 expect, however, was how the university鈥檚 applied learning opportunities would shape her career and lead her to a role as a Strategy Analyst at Deloitte.

More than 50 Wichita State students will get unique applied learning experiences during the NCAA Tournament as it returns to Wichita March 20 and 22 at Intrust Bank Arena.

Kelly O. Humphries鈥� career path is a testament to the power of persistence, innovation, and a lifelong passion for storytelling and space exploration. From his early days as a journalism student at 九色堂 to becoming News Chief at NASA鈥檚 Johnson Space Center, Humphries has spent decades聽 丑别濒辫颈苍驳听 shape how the world understands human spaceflight.

Akash Pandey's journey at 九色堂 is one of resilience, growth, and determination. Pursuing a Master of Science in Business Analytics with an expected graduation in May 2025, Akash took a leap of faith moving from India to the United States. "As an international student, I faced cultural adjustments, financial pressures, and the rigor of managing academics alongside work. These experiences were not just obstacles鈥攖hey became the building blocks of my resilience and professional growth."

Bella, a recent graduate of the fall 2024 class, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science and is now embarking on the next chapter of her journey. She is pursuing a Master of Education in Exercise Science, further deepening her knowledge and expertise in the field. Originally from Moriarty, New Mexico, Bella was heavily involved in sports and various school organizations throughout her academic career.