The Coalition of Urban-Serving Universities (USU) — a network of 38 urban public research institutions throughout the United States — has appointed Wichita State University President Rick Muma to its board of directors.

“I’m proud to champion the vital role urban public research universities like Wichita State play in higher education,” Muma says. “We’re not just educating students — we’re working hard to tackle today’s most pressing challenges for the good of students and our communities.”

USU is an organization led by university presidents that is committed to the goal of equitable and sustainable economic, health and educational outcomes for historically marginalized and disenfranchised student populations on college campuses and within urban communities.

Muma’s involvement in the USU board positions Wichita State at the forefront of innovative solutions to enhance the outcomes for students, build a skilled workforce and strengthen communities across Kansas and beyond.

“Together, we’re shaping a brighter future for students, our economy and society,” Muma says.

Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling more than 23,000 students between its main campus and WSU Tech, including 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.

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