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First-generation college students are make up a significant amount of Wichita State's population. Being first-gen herself, Kerry Jones, Writing Center Director, gives helpful tips for adjusting to college.

Driven by love of music, Enrich describes her time at Wichita State as "life-changing." She is making lasting connections studying vocal music education in the School of Music.

The School of Nursing boasts faculty and staff dedicated to student success. Here is what one professional has to say about Wichita State's campus culture.

Chloe made the nearly seven-hour trip to Wichita multiple times to visit campus and participate in scholarship competitions. From the suburbs of St. Louis, she found fulfillment at Wichita State as a Gore Scholar.

If you are in Wichita for any amount of time, you will likely see flags, shirts and license plates with an intriguing design not well-known outside of the city. Wichita's flag has become an integral part of the city's identity and a source of pride for Wichitans.

A growing population of college students come from Spanish-speaking households. The Office of Admissions is responding with Spanish programming and publications.

Wichita State was not on Karaline's short list of schools until she discovered scholarships available to her. Now a Gore and Wallace Scholar, she urges students to take their shot.

Yovani transferred from Garden City to Wichita and discovered some great tips for adjusting to the big city along the way.

Coming to tour Wichita State on her birthday ended up being big for Sophie. She is now a proud Shocker from Wisconsin earning her degree in the Barton School of Business.

Continued increases in enrollment at Wichita State are a testament to a decade of investment into the Innovation Campus, as well as partnerships providing applied learning for Shockers.