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NIAR and Erickson Precision Ventures unveil inaugural aircraft conversion program

August 22, 2022 — Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) WERX and Erickson Precision Ventures LLC announced their first collaborative passenger to freighter (P2F) conversion program of an Airbus 321.  

Wichita State’s Shockers Vote! Coalition rewarded for work on 2022 election

August 22, 2022 — With initiatives such as roundtable discussions, early voting and voter registration drives, Wichita State University has earned a Highly Established Action Plan Seal designation from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge
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With One Small Step, Wichita State embarks on civic conversations

August 18, 2022 — Civic engagement and freedom of expression through conversations is the goal for Wichita State University students, faculty and staff as they participate in StoryCorps’ One Small Step program.
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WBJ article details Woolsey Hall’s grand opening

August 12, 2022 — The Wichita Business Journal recently published a story detailing the fall 2022 opening of Woolsey Hall, the future home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business.
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Wichita State students gain unique experience as ‘secret shoppers’

August 12, 2022 —

Secret shoppers often shop for pizza or clothing with an eye on helpfulness and timely service. They might also evaluate a hotel for cleanliness and service.

But secret shopping isn’t just limited to those kinds of consumer experiences. Wichita State University’s Public Policy and Management Center (PPMC) uses WSU students as secret shoppers to help workforce training centers improve their services for people in search of employment and job training.

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Amazon selects Wichita State as an education partner for Career Choice program

July 28, 2022 — More than 1,000 local Amazon employees can now receive tuition assistance at Wichita State University through the Amazon Career Choice program.
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Read July issue of Research and Innovation Newsletter

July 27, 2022 — The July 2022 issue of Wichita State's Research and Innovation Newsletter is now available. The issue features a collection of Research and Innovation news stories including the brand-new Deloitte Smart Factory @ Wichita, the opening of NetApp's Wichita headquarters at WSU and the Student-created parking app Everwhen.
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WSU audio tour features in-depth look at campus history and landmarks

July 25, 2022 — Wichita State University’s 330-acre campus is filled with picturesque buildings and construction projects that will carry the university forward. Works of art, tulips and quiet places to study add to the beauty. Throughout campus, the landmarks carry stories of history and significance.
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Beyond the Classroom: Kyle Walter

July 25, 2022 — WSU senior Kyle Walter is interning as a student team lead at the Deloitte Smart Factory @ Wichita located on Wichita State's Innovation Campus. Kyle says the internship has provided him valuable skills in smart manufacturing technology development.
Rick Muma pictured at Farnborough Airshow.

President Muma, WSU representatives take part in Farnborough Airshow

July 22, 2022 — WSU President Rick Muma, as well as several university leaders, attended the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow July 18-22 in England