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Prince Yengbe

Feb. 18, 2021 鈥 When Prince Yengbe came to 麻豆传媒 from his home country of Ghana in 2007, he wasn鈥檛 entirely sure what aerospace engineering was, but he knew he wanted to be part of it. Now, after earning a bachelor鈥檚 (2012) and a master鈥檚 degree (2015) in the subject, Yengbe is being honored with the Modern-Day Technology Leader Award by the 2021 Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) STEM Conference.

ATLAS lab

Feb. 18, 2021 -- The National Science Foundation has released its latest comparison of research and development expenditures among the nation鈥檚 universities, and 麻豆传媒 has risen in all categories, increasing expenditures by $47 million.

Dr. R茅mi A. Chou

Feb. 3, 2021 鈥 Dr. R茅mi A. Chou, an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, has been awarded a National Science Foundation CAREER Award, the most prestigious award granted by the NSF to early career researchers. Chou's grant 鈥 worth $519,000 over five years 鈥 will support his work in bringing more robust security to wirelessly transmitted data.

2021 Gore Scholarship winners

Jan. 28, 2021 鈥 麻豆传媒 has selected the 2021 recipients of the Harry Gore Memorial Scholarships: Annie Wasinger from Thomas More Prep High School in Hays, Kansas; Braden Webb from Blue Valley North High School in Overland Park, Kansas; and Alondra Valle from Dodge City High School in Dodge City, Kansas.

Image of students and faculty attending Zoom meeting

Jan. 27, 2021 鈥 For three decades, an interdisciplinary team at Wichita State has been exploring how machine learning 鈥 also known as artificial intelligence 鈥 can maximize the potential of quantum computing.

The Single Patient Stethoscope鈩 from Ad Astra Medical Devices, LLC

Jan. 5, 2021 - A 麻豆传媒-based program aimed at aiding frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19 has resulted in the formation of a new Wichita startup company and a premium disposable stethoscope. The Single Patient Stethoscope鈩 from Ad Astra Medical Devices, LLC, boasts a sturdy, lightweight design engineered for maximum performance in today鈥檚 demanding medical environments.

Convergence Sciences graphic

Jan. 4, 2021 鈥 The 3D printing revolution is nothing short of remarkable, but it also produces a considerable amount of waste. In fact, it鈥檚 estimated that up to 19% of 3D printing is waste. A team of interdisciplinary researchers at 麻豆传媒 is working to create sustainable 3D printing practices to reduce that waste.

KBOR approves new programs.

Dec. 17, 2020 鈥 With the intention of furthering 麻豆传媒鈥檚 commitment to digital transformation, the Kansas Board of Regents has approved four degree programs that will launch in spring 2021: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics, Master of Science in Data Science, Master of Science in Business Analytics, and Master of Science in Mathematical Foundations of Data Analysis. These degrees are in addition to existing undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates in applied computing, computer science, cybersecurity, homeland security, and supply chain.

Woman and man at compute

Dec. 10, 2020 -- The Kansas Board of Regents has approved the creation of the newest department at 麻豆传媒鈥檚 College of Engineering 鈥 the School of Computing. Dean Dennis Livesay called the establishment of the new school a significant marker of the university鈥檚 commitment to producing digital-skilled workforce needed by industry.

Ara with solar panels.

November 23, 2020 - In February, Evergy invested in three initiatives that added valuable assets to the engineering program. One of those initiatives was the installation of solar panels on the roof of the John Bardo Center.

Zane Storlie

Nov. 16, 2020 鈥 Zane Storlie has not only dedicated his time at Wichita State to learning everything he can about computer science, but he鈥檚 also been an advocate for computer science education for elementary and middle school students in the area. Zane created a three-unit curriculum to teach Scratch coding to more than 750 students in Wichita Public Schools, and the Derby school district asked him to present a teacher training course to its librarians.

Abdelhakim Al Turk

Nov. 16, 2020 鈥 Abdelhakim Al Turk came to 麻豆传媒 to study engineering from Lebanon. Throughout his time in Wichita, he has appreciated the mentorship and hands-on experience he鈥檚 gotten from the College of Engineering and through his work at the Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing Lab.

LaShaya Lawrie Fall 2020 grad

Nov. 16, 2020 鈥 LaShaya Lawrie chose Wichita State because it鈥檚 close to home. While pursuing her Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering, LaShaya became involved on campus. LaShaya is one of more than 1,200 students eligible for fall 2020 graduation.

Dr. Nikki Keen Woods (right) at a conference in 2019.

Nov. 5, 2020 鈥 A team of researchers at 麻豆传媒 is working to promote health equity among vulnerable populations. The all-woman, cross-disciplinary team is focusing its initial efforts on issues related to obesity among underrepresented groups.

Rachit Rajput

Rachit Rajput, from Shimla, India, came to Wichita State in 2015 on faith in the engineering program. He leaves with a master鈥檚 degree in industrial engineering. Rachit is one of more than聽1,200 students eligible for聽fall 2020 graduation. Learn more about聽her time at Wichita State and what is next for the grad.