Dear Alumni and Friends of the College of Applied Studies,

It is an honor to welcome you to this inaugural issue of our alumni newsletter. Our alumni are an essential part of our mission, making an incredible impact on our students and communities every day. Through your support of applied learning opportunities, early career mentoring and scholarships, you empower our students to persist, succeed and reach their fullest potential. Your contributions also foster innovative research and service initiatives through community partnerships that directly enhance the lives of those in South-Central Kansas and beyond.

In this issue, you’ll find inspiring stories from across the college. Enjoy highlights from the recent Alumni Back to School Bash and CAS Hall of Fame events, and read our alumni spotlight, which showcases the impressive achievements of one of our own. Learn more about upcoming CAS events, graduate education opportunities and the Corbin Education Center’s 60th anniversary. And, of course, we’ve included stories about some of our amazing students, whose hard work and successes reflect not only their dedication but also the expertise and student-centered approach of our faculty and staff.

Thank you for your continued commitment to Wichita State University and the lasting difference you make in our students’ lives. We look forward to building on this strong foundation together.