Barton School Names First “25 Under 25” Student Excellence Honorees
Jan. 16, 2025
By Barton School of Business
About the W. Frank Barton School of Business
The W. Frank Barton School of Business is the home of real and applied learning, a
place where students apply knowledge gained from faculty and business leaders while
developing professional and life skills. The Barton School is among the top 1% of
business schools worldwide due to its double AACSB accreditation in business and accounting.
The school is housed in an award-winning building, Woolsey Hall, which features remarkable
artwork, sculptures, gardens, and The Promise Bridge, a 300-foot-long pedestrian bridge
over the water in front of the building.
The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is proud to announce
its first ever “25 Under 25” class. This award honors current undergraduate students
who are making waves at the Barton School, Wichita State, and in their communities.
This inaugural class will receive exclusive mentorship opportunities through the Barton
School and will be recognized at an event in Spring 2025.
“The Barton School is filled with amazing undergraduate students that are involved
in multiple areas, both in and outside of Wichita State University,” said Dr. Duane
Nagel, Senior Associate Dean at the Barton School. "We have strong systems in place
to acknowledge students who excel in specific areas, but not their achievements as
a whole. The '25 Under 25' program is the Barton School's way of celebrating and championing
these extraordinary individuals."
Over 100 students applied for this prestigious recognition. To qualify, applicants
needed to be fully admitted undergraduate students under the age of 25. The '25 Under
25' honorees were chosen for their exceptional achievements across at least two areas,
including academics, leadership, entrepreneurship, professional development, community
involvement, and contributions to the community.
