Barton School of Business

06/18/2026

👏 Congratulations to Jenn Lopez the Executive Assist and and the program Director for the Cummings Student Managed Investment Fund here at the Barton School of Business on being recognized by the Wichita Business Journal as one of Wichita’s outstanding young professionals.

Jenn exemplifies the entrepreneurial mindset we strive to instill in our students every day. In addition to her leadership at the Barton School, she is the founder of Avery Boardroom, a growing business focused on corporate gifting, charcuterie experiences, and community-centered events. Through her work, she has demonstrated the creativity, initiative, and commitment to excellence that define successful entrepreneurs.

This well-deserved recognition celebrates not only Jenn’s professional achievements, but also her passion for building connections, creating opportunities, and making a lasting impact in our community.

Join us in congratulating Jenn on this incredible honor. 💛🖤

06/17/2026

🌟 The Barton School’s Hospitality Advisory Board continues to grow with the addition of three accomplished industry leaders: Wynn Hukle, Matt Lokay, and Scott Redler.

From revenue management and hospitality technology to customer experience, entrepreneurship, and national restaurant leadership, these industry experts bring invaluable perspectives that will help shape the future of hospitality education at Wichita State.

📖 Read the full story to learn more about their backgrounds and impact.
https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/06-17-26-New-Hospitality-Board-Members.php

The Hospitality Management program is pleased to welcome three new members to its advisory board: Wynn Hukle, Matt Lokay, and Scott Redler. Bringing extensive industry experience and leadership expertise, they will help guide the program’s continued growth and strengthen connections between studen...

06/11/2026

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06/08/2026

We are so proud to celebrate Denise Sherman, Director of the Center for Management Development and Executive Education at WSU's Barton School of Business, on being recognized as a 2026 Wichita Business Journal Women in Business Award honoree!

Denise's career has been defined by one unwavering mission: developing talent into dedicated leaders. From pharmaceutical sales to radio broadcasting, workforce development to her transformative work at The Kansas African American Museum, she has brought passion, strategy, and heart to every role she's taken on.

Now, as the leader of CMD, she's channeling all of that experience into empowering the Wichita business community — one professional at a time. As Denise herself has said, "Higher education is where my heart is." And it shows.
This recognition is so well deserved. Here's to a leader who lifts others as she rises! 👏

Read the full story here: https://www.bizjournals.com/wichita/c/read-about-the-2026-women-in-business/44679/denise-sherman-wsu-center-for-management-development.html

Denise Sherman, WSU Center for Management Development

06/05/2026

Counting down the days until we are back in Woolsey....🌾

06/04/2026

A new $50,000 scholarship honoring longtime Wichita business leader and Wichita State alumnus Ross Tidemann will create life-changing opportunities for future business students at the Barton School of Business! 🖤💛

This remarkable gift is about more than financial support. It’s about opening doors, creating opportunities, and continuing a legacy that will impact students for generations to come. Established by Karma Tidemann in memory of her late husband, the Ross Tidemann Scholarship will support incoming Wichita State University students with demonstrated financial need while recognizing academic achievement and leadership potential.

🔗 Read the full story at https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/06-04-26-Tidemann-scholarship.php

06/01/2026

Feels like home here📍🌻

05/29/2026

The world needs leaders who think beyond borders. Congratulations to the 2026 Widener Global Leaders! 🌍

05/28/2026

What happens when applied learning meets real opportunity? 🚀 Now entering Year 3, Wichita State University’s groundbreaking micro-credential program Spero is continuing its momentum with applications officially OPEN for the next cohort. 🙌

At Spero, participants aren’t just earning credentials. They’re launching businesses, building careers, and creating new possibilities for their futures.

From Career Readiness to Entrepreneurship, Spero connects participants directly with employers, mentors, and hands-on experiences designed to lead to real outcomes. And the results are already making an impact across Wichita and beyond.

Curious what makes Spero different? 👀 🔗 Read the full story and apply today:
https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/barton_news/05-28-26-spero-year-three.php

05/27/2026

Broader skills. Deeper networks. Better leaders. Our EMBA graduates don't just learn business — they transform how they lead. 🎓

Ready to elevate your career and your team? Apply now and take the first step. www.wichita.edu/emba