Thinking about your next step in Wichita, Kansas, and wondering where to find the right guidance? Whether you're just starting to explore your options, ready to dive into enrollment, or already a student looking for a bit of help, there's a dedicated team ready to answer your questions and steer you in the right direction.
It can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes, right? You've got the desire to learn, to grow, maybe to pivot into a new career, but the 'how' can be a puzzle. That's where WSU Tech steps in, with folks specifically trained to make that process smoother. If you're just starting out and need to know what's available, or if you're curious about the different certificate and degree programs, meeting with an admissions counselor is a fantastic first move. They can give you the lay of the land, show you around the campuses, and walk you through what it takes to become a student.
For those who are ready to get down to business and enroll in classes, the next crucial step after completing your enrollment checklist is connecting with an academic advisor. Just a heads-up, appointments are usually required for this, so it's good to plan ahead.
WSU Tech has a few key locations across Wichita, each with its own set of hours and specialties. You've got the NCAT campus at 4004 N. Webb Road, WSU Tech South at 3821 E. Harry, and the City Center campus at 301 S. Grove. Each has specific days and times they're open, with the NCAT and South campuses generally offering longer hours during the week and shorter hours on Fridays, while City Center has a slightly earlier closing time on weekdays. Weekends are typically closed for all.
Let's talk about who's who and where they are. If you're looking into Manufacturing or Aviation, Anahi Perez is your go-to admissions counselor at NCAT. Kaleb Talkington, also at NCAT, can help with programs like Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, and a whole host of others including Healthcare and IT. Over at City Center, Katelyn McLemore is the admissions counselor for Applied Technologies and Industrial Machine/Maintenance.
Once you've applied and are ready to enroll, it's time to link up with an academic advisor. Brian Lee, Director of Admissions & Academic Advising, is based at NCAT and can assist with Robotics. Katie Custer, also at NCAT, specializes in Aviation Maintenance Technology. Jordan Dunn, at NCAT, covers a range of engineering and manufacturing-related fields like Architectural Design, Avionics, Machining, and NDT. Monica Rashid, at NCAT, focuses on Aerospace, Professional Pilot, and Welding. DaJina Kiel, at City Center, advises on HVAC, Construction, and Electrical Technology. Ami Alvidrez, also at City Center, can help with Automotive and Mobile Equipment Technology, and the ThinkBIG program. Jeff Thomas, at WSU Tech South, guides students in Interior Design, Para Educator, and Pre-Health programs. Xavier Madrigal, at WSU Tech South, is the advisor for Culinary Arts and General Education for students with last names M-Z. Sara Wasko, at WSU Tech South, handles Criminal Justice, Digital Marketing, and General Education for students with last names A-L, as well as Logistics. Rachel Beck, at WSU Tech South, supports students in Applied Technologies and various Pre-Health programs (ADN, PN, Surgical Tech, Healthcare Admin) for last names A-L. Danielle Bittner, also at WSU Tech South, is another advisor for those Pre-Health programs.
It's a lot of information, I know! But the key takeaway is that there are people dedicated to helping you navigate this. If you're ever unsure who to contact, a general call to 316-677-9680 or an email to admissions@wsutech.edu can get you pointed in the right direction. And if you're looking for help and don't see your program listed, don't hesitate to send a message on Facebook – they're there to assist.
