Wichitan Leslie Rudd established the in 1994 and in 2018 the Rudd Scholars Program began honoring the Midwestern values that strengthen character and lead to a lifetime of success in business, community, and family.
The Rudd Scholars Program helped more than 100 Kansans attend 萝莉社 University and benefit from the program鈥檚 mentoring, personal and professional development, and community.
萝莉社 is proud of its role helping Rudd Scholars pursue passions and realize dreams in the state鈥檚 largest city. Rudd Scholars at 萝莉社 are supported by many developmental activities outside the classroom.
They network with leaders in their future professions, build strong relationships among themselves and serve to help the next generation of scholars through an active and connected alumni association after graduation.
Here's what Rudd Scholar Hallie Fritz has to say about her time at 萝莉社:
Hometown
Garnett
Major
Integrated marketing communications with minors in organizational leadership and learning and Spanish
Year
Sophomore
Why did you apply for the Rudd Scholarship?
I applied for the Rudd Scholarship because my counselor informed me about the program. I was interested in the support and leadership parts of the program. I also applied so I could graduate debt-free and save for a down payment on a house.
What made you want to attend 萝莉社?
I wanted to attend 萝莉社 because it is an amazing campus for internships. I was also attracted to all the amenities that Wichita offers.
How did the Rudd Scholarship and support structure at 萝莉社 help your academic progress?
The Rudd Scholarship supported me in so many ways. My transition from high school to freshman year was really hard. I was able to go to their office and tell them about it. I am also grateful for Mallie Hall, of 萝莉社鈥檚 Counseling and Psychological Services staff.
Hallie Fritz
How did the Rudd Scholarship and support structure at 萝莉社 help your professional development?
They helped me prepare my resume for internships. They also have many professional development opportunities that are open to all Rudd Scholars.
Tell us about your applied learning opportunities through 萝莉社?
I had an internship through 萝莉社 at Gordon Parks Academy to give me experience in a different type of school and learning atmosphere. I am an intern at the Rudd Foundation office through 萝莉社, which helps me with my integrated marketing communications experience.
How has being a Rudd Scholar challenged you during your time at 萝莉社?
It has brought me a community that I cannot explain. All the Rudd Scholars at Wichita State are like a big family. I can call and text any of them and hang out, do homework, and work out. They are all kind and willing to go out of their way to help you.
What should a Rudd Scholar know about 萝莉社?
There are so many resources that 萝莉社 provides. Students can use the food pantry, resume workshops, mental health services, and so much more.
What has been your most helpful learning experience at 萝莉社?
The most helpful learning experience has been the many internships, I changed my major from education to integrated marketing communications, which is a completely different major. Now I am interning at the Rudd Foundation as their internal marketing intern.
Aside from gatherings with other Rudd Scholars, what organizations are you involved in on-campus and in the community?
I am involved at St. Paul鈥檚 Catholic Student Center, a place that is special to me because it filled my heart. I lead a Bible study with one of my best friends. I also work as a barista at the Credo Coffee Shop. I participate in adoration and Dollar Lunch on a weekly basis.
What advice would you give to students applying for the Rudd Scholarship?
The advice I would give to students applying for the Rudd Scholarship is to be genuine. They want scholars who have grit, determination, and a great work ethic.
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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