Stop by the Rhatigan Student Center information desk to view the memorial wreath in honor of Dr. James Rhatigan, professor of education and senior vice president emeritus, who recently passed away on Oct. 27.
Dr. Rhatigan came to Wichita State in 1965 as WSU’s first dean of students at just 30 years old — the youngest in the country. Six years later, he become the vice president for student affairs until 1997 when he was named senior vice president. The Rhatigan Student Center was renamed after Dr. Rhatigan in 1997 to honor his dedication to students and Wichita State.