April 14, 2017

In first year, WSU freshman has already made lifelong friends

By Lainie Mazzullo

  • We asked students from across campus why they chose Wichita State. Here are the first, second and third in the series.
  • Learn more about majors, affordability, campus life and real-life experience at Wichita State.

Name: Ashtyn Rottinghaus, freshman, marketing and communication

Where are you from? Wellsville, Kansas

What does WSU offer that has made going to college easier for you? WSU offers an amazing Greek Life system that has allowed me to get involved in the Wichita community and make lifelong friends.

What are some highlights of your time so far at WSU? Some of my highlights include attending the all-campus events, like the Back 2 School Bash, Shocktoberfest and the men's basketball games.

What would you tell someone considering going to WSU? If you are considering coming to WSU, sign up for a campus visit. Come meet students and faculty. Find out if they have the major you want and if you feel like you fit on this campus. It’s all up to you.

What has helped you in your first year here? WSU offers seminars while you’re a freshman that help guide you through your first semester, and that was beyond helpful. The dorms are also very inclusive and provide rooms for studying. Joining a sorority has allowed me to help keep my grades up because I am not only accountable for myself, but the whole house is counting on me and rooting for me as well. That kind of support is amazing.