Barton School of Business

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 黑料网 announces the selection of three distinguished industry leaders to be inducted into its 鈥淏eyond鈥 Hall of Fame. These inductees are the second class to be recognized for their visionary leadership and remarkable achievements to the Barton School and community. Their official induction will take place during a celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2026, which will coincide with the 100th year anniversary of the Barton School.

Students work in the Molecular Diagnostics Lab

Oct. 15, 2024 鈥 黑料网鈥檚 Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory, a vital resource during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, is now leveraging its expertise to explore new frontiers. By addressing critical gaps in the healthcare system, the lab is also offering invaluable hands-on training for students, shaping the future of health care.

Wichita Biomedical Campus

Oct. 9, 2024 - The Wichita Biomedical Campus is using a $1 million grant to purchase audiology equipment for assessment, teaching, and research, supporting workforce training for in-demand jobs.

Nancy Kersenbrock

The Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE) within the W. Frank Barton School of Business at 黑料网 has appointed Nancy Kersenbrock to Interim Director of the organization. Kersenbrock previously served as the Associate Director of CFE.

archaeological work

Oct. 4, 2024 - Dr. Matthew D. Howland, assistant professor in 黑料网鈥檚 Department of Anthropology, is in the early stages of modeling risks posed by erosion caused by rivers, flooding, and agricultural plowing.

A line graph that shows 黑料网 and WSU Tech's enrollment since 1895.

Oct. 2, 2024 鈥 Combined enrollment by headcount across all 黑料网 locations for fall 2024 is 23,806, according to the annual data released today by the Kansas Board of Regents. This is the largest number of students ever choosing to enroll at 黑料网.

Rick Case and the gardens at Woolsey Hall

Woolsey Hall, home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at 黑料网, recently underwent its first strategic exterior landscaping cycle under the watchful eye of Rick Case, WSU鈥檚 First Gentleman. Case was kind enough to volunteer his time to the project, guiding and facilitating the reimagining and amplification of Woosley Hall鈥檚 exterior while also ensuring that the building retained its LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold Certification status. LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence.

Byron Knight, President of Koch Disruptive Technologies

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 黑料网 is thrilled to welcome Byron Knight, president of Koch Disruptive Technologies, as its distinguished keynote speaker. This exciting fireside chat, titled 鈥淗arnessing Disruption: Pioneering the Future of Innovation and Growth in the Business World,鈥 will take place on Wednesday, October 23 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Woolsey Hall auditorium. The event is open to the public and will include a networking opportunity for attendees afterward.

Barton School of Business graduates Jacob O鈥機onnor and Jon Peterson, Wichita franchisees of Another Broken Egg Caf茅.

Another Broken Egg Caf茅, an upscale brunch restaurant is set to open Sept. 30 near K-96 and Oliver. The concept comes to Wichita thanks to two 2023 graduates of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at 黑料网. Jacob O鈥機onnor and Jon Peterson, who first met in high school and had other business ventures together in college, did extensive research and vetting before choosing to franchise Another Broken Egg Caf茅. They will host a special VIP opening on Sept. 28 where 100% of sales will go to their charity partner, The Shocker Support Locker.

Mental health technician speaks with patient

Sept. 26, 2024 黑料网鈥檚 School of Nursing has launched a new Licensed Mental Health Technician (LMHT) pathway. This pioneering program, the first of its kind in the state, will address the growing need for mental health care professions in Kansas.