WSU Tech Foundation

A special evening dedicated to the people who invest in WSU Tech students year round.
 
This week, the WSU Tech Foundation welcomed employee donors to Party with the President, a celebration of generosity and the impact of giving back.
 
More than 60% of WSU Tech’s full-time employees choose to support the Foundation through the Employee Giving Campaign, helping provide scholarships, emergency assistance, and opportunities for students.
 
Thank you to our employee donors and to IMA Financial Group for helping make this celebration possible.
 

This past week, the WSU Tech Foundation was proud to host the Kansas Advancement Professionals Conference, bringing together two-year college advancement professionals from across the state.

The two-day conference featured valuable discussions, networking opportunities, and presentations on topics ranging from donor engagement to prospect research, including a session from our very own Sydney Bolin on prospecting with purpose.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for learning, collaboration, and connection!

Programs like these are possible because of the generous support of our community partners.

Thank you to Koch, Textron Aviation, Kansas Gas Service, and Evergy for helping create hands-on learning experiences that inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and future workforce leaders.

Our summer camps wouldn't be possible without the incredible support of our community partners! 🖤💛

A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, Koch, and our camp sponsors, Textron Aviation, Kansas Gas Service, and Evergy, for helping create hands-on learning experiences that inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

Because of their generosity, hundreds of students are exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through TechKnow Camps, Grit & Gears, and Girls Rock Science.

Thank you for investing in the future of our community. Stay tuned for more summer camp adventures! 🚀

A little friendly competition. 🥚

The WSU Tech Foundation was proud to have Courtney Sendall and Dr. Sheree Utash represent us at the Riverfest Celebrity Egg Toss. While the trophy may have gone to another team this year, it was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate one of Wichita’s favorite traditions and connect with the community.

A proud moment for WSU Tech and the future of aviation maintenance. ✈️

Congratulations to Aiden Graves and the entire WSU Tech team for representing Wichita on a national stage at MRO Americas.

Thank you to industry partners like AAR, Bombardier, and Textron Aviation for continuing to invest in hands-on learning opportunities that help prepare the next generation of aviation professionals.

What an incredible year for the FutureMaker Lab.

Because of donor support and community investment, thousands of students across Kansas had the opportunity to experience hands-on STEM learning and explore future career pathways through the FutureMaker Mobile Learning Lab.

We are proud to support programs that continue creating access, opportunity, and inspiration for the next generation.

The future rooftop patio at NCAT NEXT will stand as a lasting reminder of what is possible when organizations invest in students, workforce training, and the future of Wichita.

Thank you to the Fidelity Bank for being part of the Accelerate. Innovate. Aviate. Capital Campaign and helping shape the next generation of aviation and advanced manufacturing professionals.

We believe access to technical education can change the trajectory of a life, a family and a community.

That’s why the Fidelity Bank Foundation has made a sizeable investment in WSU Tech's new aviation training facility through the Accelerate. Innovate. Aviate. Capital Campaign, helping expand programs and capacity at the National Center for Aviation Training.

More classrooms, more lab space and more specialized equipment mean more students can gain career-ready skills and step with confidence into the region’s growing aviation and manufacturing workforce.

Here’s to the students who will learn, lead and lift Wichita’s future.

Commencement is tomorrow, and we cannot wait to celebrate the incredible Class of 2026! 🎓

Be sure to stop by the Alumni table to learn how you can stay connected with the WSU Tech community beyond graduation.

We are so proud of all you have accomplished and excited to cheer you on as you cross the stage tomorrow.

Big progress is happening at the NCAT Expansion.

From interior framing and exterior paneling to future labs beginning to take shape, the vision for expanded workforce training at WSU Tech is quickly becoming reality.

We are grateful to the donors, partners, and community members helping bring this transformational space to life.