Wichita State University graduate student Courtney Lockhart found support from mentors
as he worked his way through his academic program.Courtesy photo
Meet a Shocker: Courtney Lockhart
Dec. 8, 2023
By Strategic Communications
College of Applied Studies
When it comes to producing qualified educators, athletic trainers, exercise scientists
and sport management professionals, nobody offers more than Wichita State's College
of Applied Studies. We combine nationally accredited programs, exclusive scholarships
and unmatched applied learning opportunities to give our students everything they
need to build bright futures.
Courtney Lockhart enjoys escaping to nearby Lake Afton Park to fish and relax. He
works for the Student Outreach and Support/CARE Team in Student Affairs at Wichita State University.
Courtney is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn
more about his time at Wichita State and what's next for the grad.
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Master’s of Education, counseling, higher education track
What made you choose Wichita State University?
I moved to Wichita in 2003 after returning from a year of study abroad in Germany.
Wichita State stood out to me given its programs and ways to get involved. I applied
the same night I moved to Wichita after completely unpacking. I was motivated, and
it was one of my best decisions to date.
What has been your biggest challenge as a student, and how did you overcome it?
My biggest challenge was finding the right mentor to assist me in navigating college
and all the things this new environment had to offer. I found people in every department
I was connected to and followed their lead. It wasn’t always an easy process, but
I was a quick learner and was determined to excel.
What's your favorite off-campus location in Wichita?
One of my favorite off-campus locations is Lake Afton Park. Fishing, swimming, and
grilling with family are just a few of the activities for which the lake offered space.
It was also a place of escape, where I could go and clear my mind, focusing on self-care
given the stressors of college life at times.
If you could choose a song to play when you walk across the stage at graduation, what
would it be?
Marvin Sapp – “My Testimony.” The onset of my life wasn’t filled with the fortune
I see today. My journey from childhood to present time is a testimony of fortitude
and thankfulness for every achievement.
What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to continue to work for the Student Outreach and Support/CARE Team in Student
Affairs and continue to offer support to our students in need.
What advice would you give other Wichita State students?
No matter what the journey looks like from the beginning, the ending results in your
success and educational achievement. Don’t give up! Use your resources and push through
to achieve what you only thought was possible in your dreams.
About Wichita State University
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.
