Barton School Accepting Nominations for Beyond Hall of Fame 2026 Inductees

The Barton School of Business at 蹤獲扦is poised to host its esteemed Beyond Hall of Fame 2026, dedicated to recognizing, honoring, and celebrating industry executives and business leaders who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their communities and the advancement of the Barton School. The illustrious inductees of the inaugural Hall of Fame in 2024 were Frank Barton, Clark Bastian, and Fran Jabara. Nominations for this prestigious event's next group of inductees are being welcomed until Friday, May 10, 2024.

Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

In a candid exploration of personal inspiration and professional evolution, Ryan Gates, a prominent figure in Arts Management, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing, shares his journey from familial roots steeped in entrepreneurialism and artistic passion to his status as a leader in his field. Through experiences ranging from his father's corporate success to his ventures in filmmaking and marketing, Gates exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between creativity and commerce. His involvement with PANO Marketing and 蹤獲扦underscores his commitment to innovation, education, and community empowerment. As an educator and mentor, Gates's profound impact on students and colleagues resonates through his unwavering dedication to fostering critical thinking, professional development, and the pursuit of excellence in the arts.

Lisa Parcell

Chances are, youve mixed up a Betty Crocker cake mix, added Nestle chocolate chips to a batch of cookies or sprinkled Morton salt onto your popcorn. But can you recall the last advertisement youve seen for any of these products? The ubiquity of these household items goes unquestioned by most, but not by Lisa Parcell, Betty and Oliver Elliott associate professor for the Elliott School of Communication.

David Guo

蹤獲扦s public affairs program has been ranked near the top third of all graduate school programs of its kind in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for the 2024-2025 academic year. The program, housed in the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs, emerged in 99th place, moving up from 118th place last year. Additionally, the public affairs programs specialty area of public finance and budgeting has been ranked 27th by U.S. News, tied with the University of Central Florida and the University of Michigan.

Graduate studnet Elyssa Astegiano holding her clarinet.

Experience Elyssa Astegiano's transformative journey at 蹤獲扦(蹤獲扦), where her pursuit of a master's degree in Music Performance has shaped her into a versatile artist and educator. From winning the Concerto-Aria competition to collaborating with the RSG Clarinet Quartet, Elyssa thrived in 蹤獲扦's supportive community and Wichita's vibrant arts scene. Now, equipped with new skills and connections, she looks forward to a career that seamlessly blends teaching and performing.

Attendees at an Event Celebrating 20 Years of MBA Partnership Success between the Barton School of Business at 蹤獲扦and Berlin School of Economics and Law.

The Global Workplace MBA Initiative, a collaborative effort between the Barton School of Business at 蹤獲扦and the Berlin School of Economics and Law, proudly celebrates its 20th year of partnership. Launched in 2004, this initiative is designed to offer U.S. and German MBA students immersive real-world international collaboration teams and intercultural communication experiences. Widely acclaimed, it stands as one of the most distinctive international MBA programs in the United States.

Alex Day

April 12, 2024 - Alex Day, from Austin, Texas, recommends 蹤獲扦because of its supportive faculty and its College of Health Professions. Read what some out-of-state students have to say about why they chose 蹤獲扦 and Wichita as their new home.

MM Spotlight - Lily Graham

Discover the journey of Lily Graham, a talented graduate student at 蹤獲扦 University's School of Music, as she navigates her path to a master's degree in Opera Performance. Hailing from Salt Lake City, Grahm shares her passion for singing and her experiences studying under renowned faculty at 蹤獲扦. From exploring women's contributions to music during the suffrage era to collaborating on unique projects, Grahm's time at 蹤獲扦 has shaped her into a versatile artist ready to make her mark on the world of opera.

Rudd Scholars

The seventh cohort of Rudd Scholars includes 15 Kansas high schools who have chosen to attend 蹤獲扦 University. Each Rudd Scholar will receive a full-ride scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and considerable networking and coaching support along the way.

Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

Introducing Madeline Norland, a lifelong learner from Winfield, KS. With a rich background in teaching art and museum work, she joined 蹤獲扦two and a half years ago, driven by her passion for continual learning. Now, at 67, she eagerly awaits her graduation on May 11, 2024, achieving her degree in Arts Leadership & Management, a testament to her unwavering commitment to education.

Gene Camarena Joins Barton School Deans Advisory Board

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 蹤獲扦is pleased to announce that Gene Camarena is joining the Deans Advisory Board. He currently serves as the president and CEO of La Raza Pizza, Inc. As a member of the Deans Advisory Board, Camarena will help advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Barton School by strengthening, enriching, and enhancing programming, impact, and the student experience.

Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

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Employees from the School of Social Work

April 05, 2024 Suspenders4Hope is highlighting different departments and individuals on campus who are advocates for mental health and hopes their stories will inspire others to continue supporting one another in the community. The School of Social Work is being recognized for its support of the mental health of students, faculty, staff and health care professionals.

MFA student Scott Jones sits in a chair in his Henrion Hall studio surrounded by art supplies and multicolored ceramic sculptures.

Scott Jones work explores masculinity through the plasticity of clay. Originally from Bryan, Ohio, Scott is graduating with his MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics from 蹤獲扦 Universitys School of Art, Design and Creative Industries.

Beachner Grain Elevator mural El Sue簽o Original  The Original Dream.

April 3, 2024 - A mural titled Adelante Juntos Forward Together, will cover 蹤獲扦's Duerksen Fine Arts Center Amphitheater soon.

Kansas APEX Accelerator with an outline of the state of Kansas in the background

April 2, 2024 The Kansas APEX Accelerator, based at 蹤獲扦 University, announces a significant milestone in its decade-long history of empowering businesses: the attainment of more than $1 billion in government contract awards for its clients.

Zachary Brown with his daughter and WuShock

April 01, 2024 Hear from Zachary Brown, director of strategic enrollment and student services in the Barton School of Business and a current employee at 蹤獲扦 who went to college as a first-gen student, about the first-gen experience.

Richard Sack and Nick Vasilescu

April 01, 2024 A professor and graduate student from 蹤獲扦have been awarded the 2024 John A. See Innovation Award.

MFA student Zo禱 Gillis sits in a desk chair in her McKnight Art Center studio surrounded by prints.

Zo禱 Gillis work challenges the accuracy of memory through layered reconstruction of images. Originally from Eureka, Kansas, Zo禱 is graduating with her MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in printmaking from 蹤獲扦 Universitys School of Art, Design, and Creative Industries.

蹤獲扦 Physical Therapy students work with pediatric patient at Heartspring

March 28, 2024 A new partnership between Heartspring and 蹤獲扦 Universitys College of Health Professions will bring faculty and students on-site at Heartsprings Pediatric Clinic to provide physical therapy and audiology services to the local community.