Chase Biswell graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sport Management and Organizational Leadership & Learning. He was involved in several organizations during college—including founding the Shockers (Taylor’s version) student organization.
Following graduation, Chase will be staying at Wichita State and attending the Sports Counseling graduate program. He will also be working as a Graduate Assistant in the Honors College.
Hometown
My hometown is Rossville, Kansas, which is a small town up by Topeka. I graduated from St. Marys High School in 2019.
Degree received
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sport Management and Organizational Leadership & Learning. I also completed the Leadership Track through the Cohen Honors College.
Why did you choose Wichita State?
I chose Wichita State because of the push for continued growth on campus. When I toured the campus back in high school, it felt like a place where I could be a part of the ongoing change and growth in Shocker Nation and within the city of Wichita. Campus has changed so much since I arrived in 2019, and I know it will continue to flourish for all future students who choose to make it their next home.
Which organizations were you involved in during your time at Wichita State?
I was involved in quite a few organizations during my Shocker experience. I was a Shocker Navigator, Honors College Ambassador, Applied Studies Ambassador, a member of Student Ambassador Society, a member of Greek Life, an Intramural Champion, and I also founded Shockers (Taylor's Version) during my final year of college.
How did being involved with the Student Ambassador Society/Shocker Navigators/Admissions impact you?
Being a Shocker Navigator is the best experience I had at Wichita State. I loved getting the chance to interact with prospective students and their families while telling them about everything Wichita State has to offer.
Which Wichita State faculty or staff member impacted you the most during your time here?
There are so many spectacular faculty members on campus, and I wish I could thank them all for everything they've done to help me get to the point I am today. If I had to choose just one faculty member who impacted me the most, I would have to choose Dr. Chelsea Redger-Marquardt in the Honors College. She just continually pushed me to be a better version of myself, and I'm forever grateful for that.
How do you feel about graduating?
I felt so antsy to graduate. It truly is a bittersweet feeling. I'm ready for the next chapter (graduate school), but I'm so sad to be parting ways with some of the people and memories I've made over the past four years.
Which experience at Wichita State challenged you the most and what did you take away from that challenge?
The most challenging experience I had while on campus was being a tour guide. Before I became a Navigator, I was a shy and reserved individual. To say that talking to complete strangers for my job was hard at first is an understatement. Through the experience, however, I feel like I started to find my voice to make the world a better place for me and everyone I interact with every day.
What are your post-grad plans?
For my next step, I will be staying at Wichita State and going through the Sports Counseling graduate program. I will also be working as a Graduate Assistant in the Honors College! With my degree, I hope to help individuals fight their mental blocks to improve their daily lives.
What advice would you give to incoming Wichita State students?
If I could give one piece of advice to incoming students, it would be to become comfortable with being uncomfortable. Be okay with making mistakes because you'll grow from them. College is a time of immense growth - embrace being imperfect, and the experience will be worth it.
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