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Yahoo
04-08-2025
- Business
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Grad student embraces her learning stage at MSU Texas
For Sami Chaulagain, Midwestern State University was more than a college. She describes it as her 'learning stage.' Chaulagain is the latest recipient of the Arbor Creek Scholarship, which provides a graduate student with a one-bedroom apartment at Arbor Creek Apartments rent-free for one year. In her essay applying for the scholarship, Chaulagain said she 'often feels like the lead actress in a story of growth, discovery, and transformation. From day one, MSU has placed me in new situations that challenged me and helped me realize how capable I truly am. Now, I believe it's my time to give back to the university that has shaped me in so many meaningful ways.' Chaulagain moved from Nepal to Wichita Falls to pursue her MBA in Business Analytics at MSU Texas. She says it was a major life change with differences in language, culture, and weather, all while adapting to a new academic system and managing the realities of living alone in a new country. Her willingness to accept a challenge paid off. 'Over the past year, I've grown a lot both personally and professionally, and I'm proud of the progress I've made,' Chaulagain said. 'This scholarship represents more than just financial support. It is a message that says we see you, we believe in you, and you belong here. For international students like me, who are far from home, that message is incredibly meaningful.' She is thankful for this opportunity. 'That kind of support lasts far beyond one year, as a sense of encouragement, pride, and the motivation to keep moving forward. I am really thankful to the MSU Texas team and Arbor Creek for making opportunities like this available. It makes a big difference in helping students stay focused and feel supported.' Academically, Chaulagain successfully transitioned from a general business background to a technical field of analytics. She said it was a 'steep learning curve, requiring long hours and constant effort.' At the same time, she needed to manage rent and other living expenses. Admittedly, that was stressful. 'So when I found out I had received the Arbor Creek Scholarship, it was a huge moment of relief and encouragement,' Chaulagain said. 'Not having to worry about rent for an entire year gives me the space to truly focus on learning, growing, and preparing for what's next. It's not just about the financial help; it's the mental clarity it brings, and the feeling of being supported.' Chaulagain is also working as a student assistant at Moffett Library as she starts a graduate assistantship with the Dillard College of Business Administration. She also hopes to find an internship opportunity to gain more work experience. 'I don't have everything figured out just yet, but I'm focused on building experience and preparing myself for the opportunities ahead,' Chaulagain said. She's thankful her essay led to an Arbor Creek Scholarship, which should give her a bridge to her future. This article originally appeared on Wichita Falls Times Record News: Grad student embraces her learning stage at MSU Texas Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Science
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MSU's McCoy School of Engineering to host free summer camp
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Middle school and high school students interested in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math have an excellent opportunity for a summer camp. Midwestern State University's McCoy School of Engineering will host the Young Engineers Summer (YES) Day Camp, a free, week-long summer camp focused on bringing STEM fields to life, from June 23 to 27. Thanks to a grant from Howmet Aerospace Foundation, this camp is of no cost to students, and they will also receive a tour of the Wichita Falls Howmet Aerospace Company. Along with site visits and social activities, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops, including the MSU Texas Formula SAE, which showcases their new car design, as well as other workshops focused on mechanical and electrical engineering. Spaces are limited. Applicants must fill out an online application by Tuesday, June 17. Hours are 7:30 a.m. until roughly 5:30 p.m., and attendees will need transportation to and from camp each day. Lunch will be provided. For more information, visit the YES camp webpage, email Christina Miller, or call 940-397-4286. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
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MSU Texas: Graduate school speaker excited at opportunity at Friday's commencement ceremony
Taylor Ullman put her focus on earning her master's degree at Midwestern State University in August 2023 when her husband was transferred to Sheppard Air Force Base. She realized she could earn her master's in English at MSU Texas while he was finishing his training and began classes at MSU in January 2024. So she's not surprised to be walking across the stage at D.L. Ligon Coliseum Friday night as part of the May 2025 Commencement, but Ullman never expected to be giving a speech before the graduates. 'It is a privilege I never considered,' Ullman said. 'I've always done well in school but was usually too quiet to be noticed by more than my English teachers. I still can't quite believe I was chosen for this speech. I see it as an opportunity to get more out of life than what I was given. I am very grateful for the opportunity to speak at commencement.' Ullman grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana, and met her husband, Reagan, at C.E. Byrd High School there. She earned a bachelor's in secondary English education and a minor in psychology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which made her the first person in her family to graduate from college. After graduation, she taught Honors English I and AP English IV for a year in Youngsville, Louisiana. She also taught a year in East Texas while living in Shreveport, but when Reagan transferred to SAFB, she decided it was a great time to pursue her master's degree. Her plan is to become an adjunct or assistant professor. This past semester, she was able to research her favorite genre, Romantasy. Her research project was accepted into two different conferences: the Contemporary Women in Writing Conference in Falmouth, United Kingdom, and the 36th Annual American Literature Association in Boston. More: Top MSU students recognized at honors banquet More: A historic success: Volunteers learn to restore Wichita County historical markers This article originally appeared on Wichita Falls Times Record News: MSU Texas: Graduate school speaker excited for Friday's commencement
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Science
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Memorial High students head to global fair with winning AI project
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Local high school students are taking their science skills to a global level after winning big at the Red River Science and Engineering Fair. Now they've been selected to compete at one of the most prestigious science competitions in the world. Stamp Out Hunger drive to collect food in Wichita Falls area, nationwide Evan Liang, Jimin and Jun Park are students at Memorial High School who developed a project that uses artificial intelligence to detect hand gestures for prosthetic devices. It was so impressive that it earned them an invitation to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Columbus Ohio to show the world what they've created. Their project focuses on improving prosthetic limb function through AI and electromyogram signals. It stood out among dozens at the Red River Regional Science and Engineering Fair at Midwestern State University, and now Red River is paying for the students to go to Ohio to present it on a global stage shared by some of the brightest young minds in science. Their project uses deep learning algorithms and non-invasive electromyogram signals to detect hand gestures. The Park brothers said not only will this help them in the fields they plan to pursue going forward, but they also have hopes this technology could help improve the way many people use prosthetics, including their grandfather. 'We have a grandfather who is an amputee, and we understand how difficult it is for him to apply the prosthetic and how awkward it is for him to move around. So, our research in this field of electric limbs and bionic arms can potentially help people like our grandfather', said Jun Park. The team said they're proud to be representing Wichita Falls and hope their work can spark real-world change. The students will head to Ohio for the science fair the week of May 11, joining students from across the globe to present their research in hopes of bringing home the $100,000 grand prize. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Sport
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4th annual Fallstown Coaches Clinic visits Midwestern State campus
On campus at Midwestern State University, local coaches gathering for fellowship and 4th annual Fallstown Coaches Clinic bringing Texoma coaches and athletics directors to town. Some coaches hosted speaking sessions, including the newest member of the MSU football staff: Offensive coordinator Kirk Bryant. Bryant was hired back in January, joining Rich Renner's staff with the maroon and gold after spending the last few seasons as an assistant quarterbacks coach at Texas Tech. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
