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The Wichita State campus is filled with amazing individuals who are here to learn but also want to make an impact. Shocker Seven is a series of posts which highlights students at WSU. Throughout each interview, we look at the passions, influences and experiences that make each Shocker unique. Check back each week for the latest Shocker Seven interview or follow the Division of Student Affairs on Twitter and Facebook to stay updated!


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Meet Truc Nguyen

Truc, an international student from Vietnam, is a junior majoring in business management. This is her first semester at WSU and she has been involved with Student Activities Council. Learn more about Truc and why she chose WSU.

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Meet Shauna Cottner

Shauna, a native of Wichita, is a freshman majoring in forensic science. From hanging out with friends to attending basketball games to becoming less nervous about speaking in public she has had a fun first year. Learn more about Shauna and why she chose WSU.

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Meet Sandeep Adhikari

Sandeep, a freshman studying computer science, arrived in Wichita a couple months ago. He likes to hang out at the Heskett Center, RSC, and Ablah Library. Learn more about Sandeep and why he chose Wichita State.

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Meet Jordan Cao

Jordan, a sophomore from Wichita, is studying chemistry pre-medicine with minors in history and biology. He’s also involved in several organizations at WSU. Learn more about Jordan and how he’s involved at Wichita State.

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Meet Julie Nguyen

While new to Wichita State, Julie, a sophomore from Wichita, is enjoying her time on campus. She is studying psychology and spends her time going to basketball games and hanging out in the RSC. Learn more about Julie and why she chose Wichita State.

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Meet Whitney McKenzie

A junior transfer student from Wichita, Whitney is studying integrated marketing communications. She’s involved in the Public Relations Student Society, Love Your Melon, and a Shockers basketball fan. Learn more about Whitney and why she chose Wichita State.

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Rex Hafenstine

Meet Rex Hafenstine

A returning adult student from La Crosse, Kansas, Rex started at Wichita State in August 2017. He’s a senior studying biomedical engineering and a regular visitor at the Office of Adult Learning. Learn more about Rex and why he chose Wichita State.

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Meet Precious Oyetunji

He was born in Nigeria, spent most of his life in the Caribbean, and came to the U.S. a month ago; Precious is a freshman studying aerospace engineering. From playing two-truths-and-a-lie to watching the Super Bowl, he has had a fun start to his time at Wichita State.

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Meet Lulu Dean

After moving to the United States from the United Arab Emirates around seven years ago, Lulu is now a freshman at WSU studying pre-nursing. Check out what she does for fun on campus and the TV shows she’s currently watching. Learn more about Lulu and why she loves Wichita State.

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Meet Josh Storm

After moving to New Jersey at age seven, Josh is back in his hometown as a freshman aerospace engineering student. From joining a fraternity to being part of the Spirit Squad, he likes to stay active on campus. Learn more about Josh and why he loves Wichita State.

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Meet Andreana Mancia

A sophomore from Wichita, Kansas, Andreana is studying dental hygiene, involved in Greek Life and enjoys the cooking show "Chopped." Learn more about Andreana and why she chose to attend Wichita State.

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