Category: From the Provost

October 28, 2022 — I’m pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Friend will be joining Wichita State starting Jan. 9, 2023, as dean of the College of Applied Studies. Dr. Friend comes to us from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, where she has spent five years, most recently as the associate provost for Academic Affairs and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. She also spent 12 years at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and 13 years as a teacher and principal in the Shawnee Mission School District. Dr. Friend’s focus supports culturally responsive learning, research opportunities and community engagement — with an … Continue reading "Dr. Jennifer Friend named dean of the College of Applied Studies"

August 22, 2022 — Hello, Shocker family, and welcome home to Wichita State University. The beginning of a new academic year is always bursting with new energy, ideas, and new faces; and I'm eager to see what exciting innovations, research and discoveries grow from that enthusiasm.

July 28, 2022 — Following a national search for the Edwin A Ulrich Museum of Art creative and executive director, Vivian Zavataro has been selected for the position effective Oct. 16.

July 13, 2022 — Following an internal search and interviews with four finalist candidates for the position of associate vice president (AVP) for institutional effectiveness (IE), Dr. Ashlie Jack has been selected for the position, effective July 26. Jack recently served as the interim associate dean and accreditation officer for the College of Applied Studies. Before this, she served as assistant dean and accreditation officer for the college, beginning in 2015.