The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has surpassed seven
figures in annual scholarships for its students, with funds being distributed throughout
the 2021-2022 season.
It’s the first time the Barton School has reached this major milestone, which was
made possible by a collection of substantial funds given to the Barton School by generous
donors and supporters.
This achievement is another example of how Wichita State prioritizes the goal of providing
an accessible, affordable and impactful higher education for all students.
“Giving our students opportunities they deserve is our top priority,” said Dr. Larisa
Genin, dean of the Barton School of Business. “$1 million in scholarships is life
changing for so many of our students. This wouldn’t be possible without the support
of our donors and the WSU Foundation, who have helped secure these scholarships over
a number of years.”
The $1 million landmark features a combination of substantial scholarships and other
significant educational assistance that supports many programs, majors and disciplines.
“Scholarships have a transformational impact on students,” said Elizabeth King, president
of the WSU Foundation. “Not only do they ease the financial burden of higher education,
they provide emotional relief and instill confidence in their recipients.”
These scholarships, coupled with the academic offerings, applied learning opportunities,
innovation programming and the industry experts and knowledgeable faculty make the
Barton School the destination for business students.
“The Barton Scholarship has completely changed how I view my opportunities during
and after college,” shared Ella Tucker, who was named the 2022 Clay Barton Scholar, which awards $50,000 every year and is one of the largest business scholarships
in Kansas. “I feel like I have the whole world in front of me.”
About Wichita State Wichita State University serves as the Kansas urban-based research university, enrolling more
than 16,000 students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries. Wichita
State and WSU Tech are recognized for being student centered and innovation driven.
Located in the largest city in the state with one of the highest concentrations in
the United States of jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM),
Wichita State University provides uniquely distinctive and innovative pathways of
applied learning, applied research and career opportunities for all of our students.
The Innovation Campus, which is a physical extension of the Wichita State University main campus, is one
of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing research/innovation parks, encompassing
over 120 acres and is home to a number of global companies and organizations.
About the W. Frank Barton School of Business Located in Kansas’ business hub and with significant ties to the business community,
the W. Frank Barton School of Business provides extensive applied learning opportunities.
With in-person and online options, Barton School undergraduate and graduate programs
are tailored to transform the lives of its students. It also holds a double AACSB
accreditation for business and accounting, which puts it in the top 1% of business
schools worldwide. The Barton School was established as the university’s College of
Business Administration and Industry in 1926 and has thousands of graduates around
the world.
