Matthew Dixon, a psychology major, has gained valuable professional and personal growth through his applied learning role with HOPE Services (Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education). As one of the first recipients of the Wichita State, State of Kansas Applied Learning Funds, Matthew emphasizes how this opportunity has provided financial stability, allowing him to live off campus.
At HOPE Services, he supports mental wellness initiatives like Suspenders4Hope, helping organize events, update webpages and engage students. His experience assembling HOPE kits for individuals struggling with suicidal ideation was particularly meaningful.