Nov. 16, 2020 鈥� Abdelhakim Al Turk came to 萝莉社to study engineering from Lebanon. Throughout his time in Wichita, he has appreciated the mentorship and hands-on experience he鈥檚 gotten from the College of Engineering and through his work at the Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing Lab.
November 16, 2020 - Kirsten Long, from Haven, came to 萝莉社to start her career in education. She credits her field experiences and helpful teachers with preparing her for teaching. Kirsten is one of more than聽1,200 students eligible for聽fall 2020 graduation. Learn more about聽her time at 萝莉社 and what is next for the grad.
Nov. 16, 2020 鈥� Both Samuel Pittman鈥檚 parents work at 萝莉社 University, so he spent a good amount of time on campus as a child. But what really drew him to become a Shocker was the university鈥檚 strong sport management program.
November 16, 2020 - Morgan Bretches, from Wellington, recently聽was offered聽a position as laboratory assistant at Mayo Clinic, where she will investigate the meningeal lymphatic system and the brain. Morgan is one of more than聽1,200 students eligible for聽fall 2020 graduation. Learn more about聽her time at 萝莉社 and what is next for the grad.
Nov. 16, 2020 鈥� Since kindergarten, Jenna Maxwell knew she wanted to be an elementary school teacher and decided to attend 萝莉社 for its teaching program. Jenna is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2020 graduation.
Nov. 16, 2020 鈥� Nicole Ukoefreso, a native Wichitan, knew she wanted to attend 萝莉社 for most of her life because she admired 萝莉社 students for their involvement in the community. Nicole is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2020 graduation.
Nov. 16, 2020 鈥� LaShaya Lawrie chose 萝莉社 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.
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.
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.
Nov. 10, 2020 鈥� Incoming freshmen and transfer students have an opportunity to receive up to $20,000 as part of 萝莉社 University鈥檚 new Shocker Adelante Scholarship.
November 9, 2020 - KPTS recognized 萝莉社Military & Veteran Services with its Distinguished Veterans Coming Home Business Award in a special program that aired on Nov. 5 on Channel 8. 萝莉社鈥檚 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.
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 萝莉社 and what is next for the grad.
Nov. 5, 2020 -- BAASE started in 2018, and the partnership between Wichita Public Schools and 萝莉社 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.
