This past summer, 14 students from the Barton School of Business at Wichita State University took experiential learning to new heights through the Global Entrepreneurship Experience, an immersive three-week study abroad program set in the picturesque South of France.
The program seamlessly blended academic rigor, applied learning, and cultural discovery. Students took courses in entrepreneurship and international business research, collaborated directly with a French technology company on a real-world consulting project, and explored the vibrant regional culture — from its historic towns and cuisine to its dynamic approach to business and innovation.
“It’s hard to summarize the experience of being immersed in another culture,” said Dr. Seth Cockrell, associate professor and chair of the Department of Marketing at the Barton School, who co-led the program. “Everything—from food to mannerisms to societal norms—shapes how people live and do business. Our students didn’t just study these concepts; they lived them.”
WSU Medical Laboratory Science students are the champions in the fifth season of the Super Cell Bowl 2025, sponsored by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and Cellavision. This is an educational and extracurricular event that tests the students on their knowledge to correctly identify different types of cell morphology that can be observed in the human blood.
The competition included a total of almost 60 MLT and MLS programs throughout the United States. Students who participate are to download the free CellAtlas app and take the quiz. The top scorers are the students who correctly identify 30 cells in 30 seconds or less. WSU MLS had three students that achieved this feat. Daniela Salcedo submitted a score of 28 seconds, and there was a tie for second place at 29 seconds between Taryn Lessard and Derick Tejano.
Each individual on the championship team will receive an ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Exam review book and access to the exam simulator, and a certificate for participation in which they can use to add to their resumes. The MLS program gets a trophy and recognized in the Critical Values magazine.
Wichita’s neighborhoods are getting a fresh boost thanks to a city-funded, community-led effort managed by Wichita State University’s Community Engagement Institute.
Through the Healthy Corner Store Initiative (HCSI), Wichita State’s Center for Public Health Initiatives works alongside small store owners, local growers and neighborhood organizations to expand access to affordable, healthy and culturally familiar foods in areas that need them most.
The City of Wichita launched the initiative using a $950,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant, selecting Wichita State through a competitive process to manage the program. CEI oversees the budget and helps stores add new produce and healthy items with the goal of improving food access and strengthening Wichita’s food economy.
A new Scholars Walk on the Wichita State University campus honors the achievements of faculty and their roles as scholars, mentors and innovators.
Installed this month, the Scholars Walk is a series of banners along the northeast walkway from the Plaza of Heroines to Heskett Center highlighting faculty from each of WSU’s academic colleges. Each banner includes a QR code that links to a biography and additional information on each faculty member’s scholarly work.
“The Scholars Walk is a celebration of our faculty who propel Wichita State’s mission forward through discovery, creativity and teaching excellence,” said Dr. Monica Lounsbery, Wichita State senior executive vice president and provost. “Our faculty play an essential role in advancing our work and every day, they are a catalyst for the growth of our students, one another, and the communities we serve. This walkway honors and celebrates their many achievements.”
The 11 faculty members are selected by WSU’s academic colleges in coordination with the Office of Academic Affairs.
Each banner along the path tells part of Wichita State’s story, a narrative rooted in exploration, discovery and the advancement of human understanding.
Faculty Senate invites the Wichita State community to submit nominations for outstanding university faculty for the 2026 President’s Distinguished Service Award.
This award recognizes WSU faculty who demonstrate exceptional dedication, caring and service to the WSU community that exceeds the expectations of their duties and responsibilities. Any member of the Wichita State community may submit nominations. Previous recipients of this award are not eligible for nomination.
To nominate a deserving faculty member, complete the nomination form and upload the nominee’s most recent CV (service record) and a letter of support.
Nomination materials must be received by 5 p.m. Jan. 30, 2026.
Fix Your Content Day is an international accessibility competition among Blackboard institutions. Institutions demonstrating the most significant improvements in their Ally Dials will achieve top rankings. Wichita State secured second place last year. To help WSU reach first place, review your red dials in Blackboard today and implement the recommended enhancements.
Need more information on improving your Ally Dials? Visit the links below:
On Friday, Nov. 21, the College of Engineering will host about 200 high school seniors for the Wallace Invitational for Scholarships in Engineering (WISE) competition. The competition and associated events will take place in the Rhatigan Student Center and John Bardo Center throughout the day. Although a private event, WSU students, staff and faculty are encouraged to have positive interactions with high school students, parents and event volunteers when in common areas.
According to the College of Engineering, WISE is an exciting competition held each fall for eligible high school seniors interested in studying engineering or computing at WSU. Ten $30,500 Wallace scholarships will be awarded to the winners of the 2025 Wallace Invitational.
As part of a continued initiative to increase the security of university data and improve user authentication processes, the way that faculty and staff login to WSU Reporting is changing. In the coming weeks, employees will be prompted to enter their myWSUID@wichita.edu as their username and continue to use their current WSU password. Employees will also be prompted to enter a 3-digit code into the Duo mobile app when logging in.
If you are unable to login, contact the Technology Help Desk at 316-978-4357, option 1, or email helpdesk@wichita.edu.
CR Snap and the Chrome River Mobile App are being replaced by the Emburse Enterprise Mobile App. If you are currently using CR Snap or the Chrome River Mobile app, download the new app before Nov. 30 to continue capturing receipts and submitting expense reports on mobile.
What to do:
Download Emburse Enterprise from the App Store or Google Play Store.
Log in using WSU Single Sign-On (SSO)
Once you are set up, you may delete the old CR Snap / Chrome River apps.
Minimum device requirements:
IOS 17+ or Android 11+
Access the Comparison Chart to learn about the features of the new mobile app and the Quick Reference Guide to learn how to navigate the app to capture receipts, create pre-approvals and expense reports, and process approvals.
The Barton School of Business has announced the newest members of its 25 Under 25 class, an annual recognition program honoring exceptional Barton School students who are making a difference through academic excellence, leadership and community involvement.
“When the 25 Under 25 initiative was developed, our goal was simple: to spotlight the talent, drive and leadership already thriving within the Barton School,” said Cassandra Stevens, director of marketing and communications at the Barton School of Business. “I saw an opportunity, so the program is designed to elevate students’ stories so industry partners, the campus community and future Shockers can see the caliber of innovators being prepared here. Our students accomplish extraordinary things, often before they graduate, and 25 Under 25 helps shine a well-deserved light on their achievements.”
