Wichita State University - College of Health Professions

09/22/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Amy Drassen Ham and Dr. Imran Musaji on being named 2026 Kansas Board of Regents Faculty of the Year! 👏

This prestigious recognition highlights their outstanding contributions to teaching, research and excellence, as well as their dedication to student success and our communities.

We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the impact they make every day in the College of Health Professions! 🎉

Wichita State University: Department of Public Health Sciences
Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders

09/22/2026

Join our Athletic training program from 12:30-2:30 p.m. TODAY (Tuesday, Sept. 22) for the Athletic Training Open House!

Tour the Athletic Training lab, learn more about the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program, and meet faculty and current students. Don’t miss this opportunity to get an inside look at the profession and MSAT program at Wichita State!

Wichita State University Physical Therapy

09/17/2026

🌾 Today is Founders Day of Giving!

This is the perfect opportunity to support students and programs in the College of Health Professions. Every gift makes a difference and helps support the next generation of healthcare professionals.

💛 Make your gift today: http://give.wichita.edu/schools/WichitaStateUniversity/founders-day/pages/chp

09/17/2026

It looks like this was a beautiful day for our nursing students to begin their fall clinical experiences at Kansas Heart Hospital!

It's a beautiful morning and we are excited to welcome the WSU nursing students to Kansas Heart Hospital for fall clinicals.

09/17/2026

🔬 Thinking about a career in Medical Laboratory Sciences?

Join our Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program for a virtual information session on Friday, Sept. 25 from 12-1 p.m. to learn about:

🔬 The MLS profession and career opportunities
📚 The MLS program and application process at Wichita State
✅ Hear from faculty and current students and get your questions answered

📲 Register at wichita.edu/MLSinfosession or scan the QR code below!

📌Mark your calendars!!📆 Our program is hosting our fall virtual info session on Friday, September 25th at 12-1PM.

Are you or someone you know interested in the medical laboratory? If so, this is the event to attend to learn more! From identifying blood groups and infections to monitoring analyte levels and performing white blood cell counts, medical laboratory scientists (or MLSs) perform the lab testing doctors use to diagnose, monitor, and treat patients. Join us to hear from our faculty and some of our current students to learn about our program, the application process, the field of MLS, and much more!

Register through the QR code on the flyer or visit wichita.edu/MLSinfosession See you there!😃

09/16/2026

🌾 Founders Day of Giving is tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 17th)!

Join us in supporting students in the College of Health Professions. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a meaningful impact and helps provide opportunities for future healthcare professionals.

🔗 Learn more and make your gift: https://give.wichita.edu/schools/WichitaStateUniversity/founders-day/pages/health-professions?a=14006344

09/10/2026

Applied learning in action! ✨

Health Management student Khushi Choudhary is gaining valuable professional experience as a student assistant with the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Wichita State, helping support small businesses through business planning, project coordination and other initiatives.

From attending a national healthcare leadership conference to serving as president of the HEALTH Student Association, Khushi is building the leadership and management skills that will help shape her future career in healthcare management.

➡ Read more: wichita.edu/khushi

Wichita State University: Department of Public Health Sciences

09/10/2026

Our PA students recently joined our Dental Hygiene and Advanced Education in General Dentistry programs for hands-on training in fluoride varnish and dental blocks. 🦷 Experiences like these strengthen collaboration across disciplines and highlight the value of interprofessional education and teamwork in healthcare!

09/02/2026

Celebrating excellence across the College of Health Professions! 🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients:

🏆 Outstanding Staff Award: Melanie Bayles (Physician Associate)
🏆 Rodenberg Excellence in Teaching Award: Brittany Imel (Physician Associate)
🏆 Hodson Outstanding Research Award: Erin O'Bryan (Communication Sciences and Disorders)

We’re grateful for these outstanding faculty and staff members and the impact they make every day through their dedication to our students, programs, and professions. Congratulations! 👏🎉

Wichita State Physician Associate Program
Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders

08/31/2026

It's exciting to see the rapid progress of the Wichita Biomedical Campus and watch this project come to life! What was once a construction site is quickly becoming a landmark that will transform healthcare education, research and innovation across Kansas.