— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University (WSU) is excited to announce that Chase Koch, an entrepreneur known for scaling disruptive, bottom-up solutions, has been named the school’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence and will serve as the James Schwartz Distinguished Keynote Speaker for Spring 2025. Chase is Executive Vice President of Koch and is recognized for his work building transformative partnerships in business, technology, social change and music. He will speak at a fireside chat titled "The Sound of Change: Music as a Catalyst for Social Impact."
— The Spero program at Wichita State University’s W. Frank Barton School of Business is the first in the world to offer 1EdTech TrustEd Micro-credential certified programs. 1EdTech is a global leader in educational technology, working to improve how we learn with digital tools. Their certification guarantees that these courses are trusted and valuable, giving students an edge in their careers.
— On Wednesday, February 26, members of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University visited Valley Center High School to award senior Luke Hoy the 2025 Clay Barton Scholarship. The surprise included an announcement and presentation of a ceremonial check of $50,000, which is one of the largest business scholarships in Kansas.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University has announced the two recipients of the 2025 Professor Fran Jabara Endowed Scholarship. This year’s winners are Wyatt Ochs, a homeschool student from Wichita, Kansas, and Jennifer C Sanchez-Reyes from Derby High School in Derby, Kansas. They will each receive more than $32,700 spread over four years to attend WSU and major or double-major in entrepreneurship.
— The Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is excited to announce the launch of its new Mentor Pilot Program, which pairs students with distinguished alumni from the Barton School Dean’s Alumni Advisory Board. This initiative aims to foster valuable connections, stimulate personal and professional growth, build a strong sense of community, and provide essential guidance to help shape the next generation of leaders.
— Dr. Mark Esposito has been selected as the keynote speaker for the Spring 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series and J. Robert Young Executive-in-Residence, hosted by the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University. Renowned for his expertise at the intersection of technology and economics, Dr. Esposito is an internationally recognized leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
— We are deeply heartbroken to share with our community and friends that Kiah Duggins was aboard American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita to Washington, D.C.
— Erin Cummings, serial entrepreneur, author, and angel investor, has announced the launch of Armine + Ambrose—a semi-fine jewelry brand reflecting resilience, authenticity, and empowerment. Named after the middle names of her children, the brand celebrates storytelling through wearable symbols of courage and intention.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is pleased to announce that Yvette Connor has joined its Dean’s “Fabulous 50” Advisory Board. Connor is a principal and risk advisory practice leader at CohnReznick, a global advisory, assurance, and tax firm with 4,300 team members.
