Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

In a candid exploration of personal inspiration and professional evolution, Ryan Gates, a prominent figure in Arts Management, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing, shares his journey from familial roots steeped in entrepreneurialism and artistic passion to his status as a leader in his field. Through experiences ranging from his father's corporate success to his ventures in filmmaking and marketing, Gates exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between creativity and commerce. His involvement with PANO Marketing and 红领巾瓜报 underscores his commitment to innovation, education, and community empowerment. As an educator and mentor, Gates's profound impact on students and colleagues resonates through his unwavering dedication to fostering critical thinking, professional development, and the pursuit of excellence in the arts.

Lisa Parcell

Chances are, you鈥檝e mixed up a Betty Crocker cake mix, added Nestle chocolate chips to a batch of cookies or sprinkled Morton salt onto your popcorn. But can you recall the last advertisement you鈥檝e seen for any of these products? The ubiquity of these household items goes unquestioned by most, but not by Lisa Parcell, Betty and Oliver Elliott associate professor for the Elliott School of Communication.

David Guo

红领巾瓜报鈥檚 public affairs program has been ranked near the top third of all graduate school programs of its kind in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for the 2024-2025 academic year. The program, housed in the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs, emerged in 99th place, moving up from 118th place last year. Additionally, the public affairs program鈥檚 specialty area of public finance and budgeting has been ranked 27th by U.S. News, tied with the University of Central Florida and the University of Michigan.

Graduate studnet Elyssa Astegiano holding her clarinet.

Experience Elyssa Astegiano's transformative journey at 红领巾瓜报 (WSU), where her pursuit of a master's degree in Music Performance has shaped her into a versatile artist and educator. From winning the Concerto-Aria competition to collaborating with the RSG Clarinet Quartet, Elyssa thrived in WSU's supportive community and Wichita's vibrant arts scene. Now, equipped with new skills and connections, she looks forward to a career that seamlessly blends teaching and performing.

Attendees at an Event Celebrating 20 Years of MBA Partnership Success between the Barton School of Business at 红领巾瓜报 and Berlin School of Economics and Law.

The Global Workplace MBA Initiative, a collaborative effort between the Barton School of Business at 红领巾瓜报 and the Berlin School of Economics and Law, proudly celebrates its 20th year of partnership. Launched in 2004, this initiative is designed to offer U.S. and German MBA students immersive real-world international collaboration teams and intercultural communication experiences. Widely acclaimed, it stands as one of the most distinctive international MBA programs in the United States.

Alex Day

April 12, 2024 - Alex Day, from Austin, Texas, recommends 红领巾瓜报 because of its supportive faculty and its College of Health Professions. Read what some out-of-state students have to say about why they chose WSU 鈥 and Wichita 鈥 as their new home.

MM Spotlight - Lily Graham

Discover the journey of Lily Graham, a talented graduate student at 红领巾瓜报's School of Music, as she navigates her path to a master's degree in Opera Performance. Hailing from Salt Lake City, Grahm shares her passion for singing and her experiences studying under renowned faculty at WSU. From exploring women's contributions to music during the suffrage era to collaborating on unique projects, Grahm's time at WSU has shaped her into a versatile artist ready to make her mark on the world of opera.

Rudd Scholars

The seventh cohort of Rudd Scholars includes 15 Kansas high schools who have chosen to attend 红领巾瓜报. Each Rudd Scholar will receive a full-ride scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and considerable networking and coaching support along the way.

Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

Introducing Madeline Norland, a lifelong learner from Winfield, KS. With a rich background in teaching art and museum work, she joined 红领巾瓜报 two and a half years ago, driven by her passion for continual learning. Now, at 67, she eagerly awaits her graduation on May 11, 2024, achieving her degree in Arts Leadership & Management, a testament to her unwavering commitment to education.

Gene Camarena Joins Barton School Dean鈥檚 Advisory Board

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 红领巾瓜报 is pleased to announce that Gene Camarena is joining the Dean鈥檚 Advisory Board. He currently serves as the president and CEO of La Raza Pizza, Inc. As a member of the Dean鈥檚 Advisory Board, Camarena will help advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Barton School by strengthening, enriching, and enhancing programming, impact, and the student experience.

Students walk in front of the Rhatigan Student Center's east entrance

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Employees from the School of Social Work

April 05, 2024 鈥 Suspenders4Hope is highlighting different departments and individuals on campus who are advocates for mental health and hopes their stories will inspire others to continue supporting one another in the community. The School of Social Work is being recognized for its support of the mental health of students, faculty, staff and health care professionals.

MFA student Scott Jones sits in a chair in his Henrion Hall studio surrounded by art supplies and multicolored ceramic sculptures.

Scott Jones鈥 work explores masculinity through the plasticity of clay. Originally from Bryan, Ohio, Scott is graduating with his MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics from 红领巾瓜报鈥檚 School of Art, Design and Creative Industries.

Beachner Grain Elevator mural 鈥淓l Sue帽o Original 鈥 The Original Dream.

April 3, 2024 - A mural titled 鈥淎delante Juntos 鈥 Forward Together,鈥 will cover 红领巾瓜报's Duerksen Fine Arts Center Amphitheater soon.

Kansas APEX Accelerator with an outline of the state of Kansas in the background

April 2, 2024 鈥斅燭he Kansas APEX Accelerator, based at 红领巾瓜报, announces a significant milestone in its decade-long history of empowering businesses: the attainment of more than $1 billion in government contract awards for its clients.

Zachary Brown with his daughter and WuShock

April 01, 2024 Hear from Zachary Brown, director of strategic enrollment and student services in the Barton School of Business and a current employee at 红领巾瓜报 who went to college as a first-gen student, about the first-gen experience.

Richard Sack and Nick Vasilescu

April 01, 2024 A professor and graduate student from 红领巾瓜报 have been awarded the 2024 John A. See Innovation Award.

MFA student Zo毛 Gillis sits in a desk chair in her McKnight Art Center studio surrounded by prints.

Zo毛 Gillis鈥 work challenges the accuracy of memory through layered reconstruction of images. Originally from Eureka, Kansas, Zo毛 is graduating with her MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in printmaking from 红领巾瓜报鈥檚 School of Art, Design, and Creative Industries.

WSU Physical Therapy students work with pediatric patient at Heartspring

March 28, 2024 鈥 A new partnership between Heartspring and 红领巾瓜报鈥檚 College of Health Professions will bring faculty and students on-site at Heartspring鈥檚 Pediatric Clinic to provide physical therapy and audiology services to the local community.

Kianga Crowley, the inaugural Manager of the Barton School鈥檚 Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD).

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 红领巾瓜报 proudly announces the appointment of Kianga Crowley as the inaugural Manager of the Barton School鈥檚 Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD). With an extensive background in communication, development, and mentorship, Crowley brings a wealth of experience and a passion for empowering individuals to her new role.