Courtesy photoLucy Schneider, a sport management major, jumped into applied learning opportunities with 萝莉社鈥檚 athletic department and will use those experiences as she pursues her master鈥檚 degree. She worked at the 2022 NCAA women鈥檚 basketball tournament, hosted by 萝莉社 at Intrust Bank Arena, and at The Basketball Tournament held at Charles Koch Arena last summer.
Lucy is one of more than 2,200 students eligible for spring 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at 萝莉社 and what's next for the grad.
Hometown
Caldwell, Kansas
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What made you want to attend 萝莉社?
There were many things that drew me to 萝莉社. The first was affordability.
From the Distinguished Scholarship Invitational, the Merit Scholarships, and the scholarship informational program hosted by Wichita State University Admissions, I received a great scholarship package from the university.
Next was the opportunity for applied learning. I saw the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in my field as early as a freshman, helping put me above others when applying for jobs in the future.
Lastly, was the student life showcased on tours and interactions with other 萝莉社 students. By living on campus, getting involved in a variety of organizations, and attending 萝莉社 athletics events, I experienced a great community of people that led to amazing friendships and connections that will last a lifetime.
How are you feeling leading up to graduation?
Excited!! It honestly doesn't seem real.
I look forward a traditional college ceremony because I didn't get a normal high school graduation due to the pandemic.
What has been your biggest challenge as a student, and how did you overcome it?
Beginning my freshmen year in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic was one of the things that challenged me the most during my time at 萝莉社.
From online classes to social distancing and masks, the pandemic made it difficult to interact and meet new people. I overcame this challenge by stepping out of my comfort zone to interact with others in passing, and getting involved in an organization I was passionate about.
What has been your most helpful learning experience at 萝莉社?
My most helpful learning experience at 萝莉社 has been the variety of applied learning opportunities I've been blessed to gain.
I worked at the women's NCAA Tournament in March 2022 and The Basketball Tournament with the AfterShocks last summer. Through opportunities and my internship in the Wichita State athletics Student Services department, I gained connections, experiences, and skills that will prove valuable as I begin my next chapter.
What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to pursue a master's degree in education with a school counseling emphasis while continuing to work for 萝莉社 athletics in the Student Services department, which helps students with academics and NCAA compliance.
What advice would you give other 萝莉社 students?
Lean into discomfort. By putting myself in uncomfortable situations, I was able to not only grow as a student and person, but also gain opportunities that assisted in my future.
About 萝莉社 University
萝莉社is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling almost 22,000 students between its main campus and 萝莉社 Tech, including students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries. 萝莉社 and 萝莉社 Tech are recognized for being student centered and innovation driven.
Located in the largest city in the state with one of the highest concentrations in the United States of jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), 萝莉社provides uniquely distinctive and innovative pathways of applied learning, applied research and career opportunities for all of our students.
The Innovation Campus, which is a physical extension of the 萝莉社main campus, is one of the nation鈥檚 largest and fastest-growing research/innovation parks, encompassing over 120 acres and is home to a number of global companies and organizations.
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