- Tilford Talks with Mr. Riccardo Harris and Dr. Kevin Harrison, sponsored by Textron Aviation: In celebration of both the legacy of Dr. Michael P. Tilford and that of Black History Month, the Wichita State University's Presidents Diversity Council will be hosting "Tilford Talks" on the final two Fridays of February (19th and 26th) from 1pm to 3pm. These will be hosted by Mr. Riccardo Harris and Dr. Kevin Harrison. In the spirit of traditional Tilford initiatives, will hold true to the mission of inspiring and promoting equity awareness at Wichita State, while also exploring the challenges to educating diverse student populations. However, "Tilford Talks" will explore these important values through lenses that are more abstract than what we are traditionally accustomed to. In ongoing efforts to bridge gaps between the community and the university, these conversations will look at areas that take for granted the responsibility of the entire community in properly educating students of color. While these areas are far too vast to list, we have chosen the areas of spirituality and law enforcement for this years conversations.
- Friday, February 19, 2021 1:00-3:00pm CST: The Role of the Black Church in Socializing African American Students for School Success. Discussion on the role that spirituality and religion has had in helping students of color become successful in K-12 and secondary, as well as areas of opportunity. Featured panelist will include Dr. Gayln Vesey and Pastor Lincoln E. Montgomery and First Lady Annie K. Montgomery.
- Friday, February 26, 2021 1:00-3:00pm CST: Discussion on how some groups feel threatened and even traumatized by law enforcement. How can institutions and law enforcement work together to lessen these disparities? How are these disparities impacting the process of educating students of color? What role does research play in changing the narrative so that students of color are empowered by institutions of higher learning rather than subjugated? Featured panelist include Dr. Michael Birzer, Chief Gordon Ramsay, Chief Rodney Clark and Captain Wendel Nicholson.
- Coffee & Convo with WSU VP and CDO, Dr. Marche' Fleming-Randle, sponsored by Textron Aviation: Coffee & Convo, sponsored by Textron Aviation is a 60 minute virtual open forum with Wichita State University 's Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer and Chair of the Presidents Diversity Council, addressing factual and relevant issues that deal with current events in America, WSU and the Wichita community. Attendees are encouraged to join with an open mind and the ability to listen to opinions of diverse backgrounds.
- Thursday, February 25, 2021 12:30-1:30pm CST
Updated admission policies for the state universities for 2021 will be reviewed by the Board. The policies that will be considered for approval during the April 2021 meeting of the Board are below.
Emporia State University
Fort Hays State University
Kansas State University
Pittsburg State University
University of Kansas
Wichita State University
The Kansas Micro-Internship (KMI) program supports the Kansas Board of Regents’ “Building a Future” strategic plan and the Kansas Department of Commerce’s aim to connect businesses, job seekers, educational institutions and training providers to ensure the state’s workforce is equipped to meet industry needs and to help create economic success for Kansas residents and businesses.
Micro-Internships are short-term, paid, professional assignments in business, communications, education, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, research, and many other areas. The first five Kansas Micro-Internship projects (up to a maximum of $500 per project) completed for a Kansas organization or entrepreneur by students currently enrolled in any of the 32 Kansas public colleges and universities are available at no cost thanks to funding provided by the Kansas Department of Commerce and the Strada Education Foundation.
Two of the five no cost projects may be completed by students currently enrolled in a graduate program offered by any of the seven Kansas public universities. The no cost KMI projects will be available until the current funding is depleted or renewed.
There is also a wide array of learn and earn opportunities for Kansas organizations and career seekers via the Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship, which supports apprenticeships across multiple industries.
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To learn more or to register, please visit
Students: https://info.parkerdewey.com/kansasmicrointerns
Employers: www.kansasmicrointerns.com
Each state university shall award credit for all CLEP exam scores at or above the American Council of Education’s (ACE) credit-granting recommended score of 50 for the equivalent course or courses at their institution. (For a list of these courses, please refer to the institution's website.)
Active Duty, DoD employees and spouses may be eligible to receive low or no cost CLEP exams through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) program. DANTES CLEP policies & Website
Who is Eligible for DANTES-Funded CLEP Exams?
You can host APPLY Kansas application events starting in September through early November! Listed below are some steps and resources you are welcome to use to plan a successful event for your senior class.
2024 Apply Kansas Virtual Training Recording (April 2024)
2024 APPLY Kansas Site Coordinator Manual
Plan your Event
(sample steps & resources below)
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- Register with Apply Kansas
- Order your Apply Kansas Giveaways (Ordering will open again in late summer 2024)
- Register/Attend Apply Kansas Coordinator Training (Annually in August)
- Review the Site Coordinator Manual
- Set the date of your event
- Develop a plan, timeline & recruit a planning team if needed
- Engage volunteers & the community if desired
Promote your event
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- Enlist faculty & staff to help with "Why Apply Day" on/around Friday, September 19, 2025
- Utilize Apply Kansas logos & hashtags
- Advertise your event around school & all forms of communication (social media, email, announcements, etc)
- Engage the community (contact media outlets, contact district office, request mayoral proclamations...)
Prepare Seniors BEFORE the Event
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- Send event reminders
- Have students update their IPS postsecondary plans with any changes that were made over summer break
- Provide classroom/advisory lessons for seniors to learn the steps, timeline & requirements needed for applications.
- Provide seniors with access to their unofficial transcripts (printed or electronic)
- Send home an application worksheet to collect personal information from home to have ready for the application event
Sample Student Application Folder
- Unofficial HS Transcript
- ACT Scores
- Social Security Number (Keep Confidential!)
- Application Worksheet (fill out at home & bring back complete for the Apply Kansas event)
- Application Fee Waiver (if needed)
Host your Event & Celebrate
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- Host an application day or window of several days for seniors to complete college applications, job applications or complete next steps for their post-secondary journey
- Celebrate their completed applications using APPLY Kansas giveaways, pennants, stickers & social media
- Ask students to share their "I Applied" pictures on social media
- Display your pennants for the school community
- Provide FAFSA completion resources or follow up event information
Report Event
Reporting your Apply Kansas Event data is the only requirement for participating in this program. At a minimum you’ll need to submit the following information to us at the end of the fall season.
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- Number of seniors who submitted an application
- Total Number of college applications submitted
- Number of KS Public Colleges receiving applications
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*Remember you can count all of the applications your seniors submit throughout the application season. It doesn't just have to be from your Apply Kansas event. Using the survey with your seniors at the end of the season/semester is a great way to track all of the applications your students submit, and have comprehensive data to share with your administration and other stakeholders. It's a great way to take a snapshot of the plans for your senior class, and highlight your post-secondary work.
(Schools that do not submit their Apply Kansas Site Summary data will not be eligible for All Star High School recognition)
Surveys to help you collect this data:
Electronic Student Checkout Survey
(Use this survey with your students and you will collect all the information needed for the Apply KS summary survey. Copy this google form and feel free to add any questions to collect data you may want in addition to make it your own) *Paper checkout surveys are listed under additional resources
Complete the 2025 Site Completion Summary Survey to submit your total numbers from your Apply Kansas event.
Report event date & student-level data to Apply Kansas by December 1st.
Additional Resources
2024 Kansas Admissions Information
10 Steps for Students Applying to College
Next Steps for Students after Applying to College
Additional Site Coordinator Materials from ACAC National Campaign
Apply Kansas Graphics & Posters (Google Drive of Resources)
