Podcast
Forward Together
Hosted by Rick Muma · EN
The Forward Together Podcast highlights Wichita State University's priorities, projects and people.
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Episodes
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Forward Together – Episode 39 | “Student Centered, Innovation Driven”
Dec 1100:30:14Tap to summarizeWichita State University has grown leaps and bounds in the past 10 years, thanks in no small part to its forward-thinking leadership, strategic partnerships, and initiatives that prioritize student success. Join President Rick Muma as he talks about his new book, “Student Centered, Innovation Driven” with members of his executive team: Dr. Monica Lounsbery, senior … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 39 | “Student Centered, Innovation Driven”"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 38 | Mezzo-Soprano Joyce DiDonato
Nov 1300:26:32Tap to summarizeGrammy award-winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato has performed on some of the world’s most renowned stages, including La Scala in Italy, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and the Royal Opera House in London. But before her 24-carat gold stole the hearts of audiences across the globe, she was a Shocker. Listen as Joyce chats with … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 38 | Mezzo-Soprano Joyce DiDonato"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 37 | Coach Paul Mills (MBB)
Oct 2100:34:20Tap to summarizeWichita State President Rick Muma talks with Coach Paul Mills about plans for his third season with Shocker men’s basketball. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk with guests from throughout Shocker Nation to highlight the people and priorities that guide … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 37 | Coach Paul Mills (MBB)"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 36 | Coach Chris Lamb (V) and Coach Terry Nooner (WBB)
Oct 2100:30:46Tap to summarizeJoin Wichita State President Rick Muma when he talks with women’s basketball Coach Terry Nooner and volleyball Coach Chris Lamb about their seasons, athletes and what it means to be part of Shocker Athletics. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will talk … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 36 | Coach Chris Lamb (V) and Coach Terry Nooner (WBB)"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 35 | Another Broken Egg Café
Sep 900:38:54Tap to summarizePresident Rick Muma is joined by proud Shocker alums and co-franchisees of Another Broken Egg Café in Wichita. Learn about Jacob O’Connor and Jon Peterson’s vision and the entrepreneurial spirit we strive to foster at Wichita State. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 35 | Another Broken Egg Café"
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Forward Together – Episode 34 | ROTC at Wichita State
May 7, 202500:20:49Tap to summarizeJoin Wichita State University President Rick Muma for a conversation with ROTC students about how Wichita State and ROTC has shaped their Shocker journey, as well as their education and leadership development. NOTE: This podcast episode was recorded on April 3, 2025, and published on May 6, 2025. The views, opinions and information expressed in … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 34 | ROTC at Wichita State"
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Forward Together – Episode 33 | An Update on the Biomedical Campus
Apr 8, 202500:32:45Tap to summarizeThe Wichita Biomedical Campus is a cooperative effort among Wichita State, WSU Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech) and the University of Kansas to centralize health care education and research. Join Wichita State President Rick Muma when he sits down with WSU Tech President Sheree Utash and Greg Hand, dean of the WSU … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 33 | An Update on the Biomedical Campus"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 32 | Justin Rorabaugh – Shocker Studios and the School of Digital Arts
Mar 19, 202500:30:37Tap to summarizeThe School of Digital Arts (SODA) in the College of Fine Arts is one of the fastest growing schools at Wichita State. Justin Rorabaugh, director for SODA joins President Rick Muma to talk about Shocker Studios and some of SODA’s unique offerings in degree programs, applied learning, new technologies, partnerships and infrastructure. The “Forward Together” … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 32 | Justin Rorabaugh – Shocker Studios and the School of Digital Arts"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 31 | Pierre Harter – Research and Industry on Campus
Mar 5, 202500:37:13Tap to summarizePierre Harter, associate vice president of research (interim) and industry engagement, joins President Rick Muma to discuss his role in promoting faculty research and his work with NIAR, including its innovative work in digital transformation. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the vision and mission of Wichita State University. In each episode, President Rick Muma will … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 31 | Pierre Harter – Research and Industry on Campus"
Transcribe →Forward Together – Episode 30 | Dr. Nick Solomey – Physics and NASA research at WSU
Feb 18, 202500:22:01Tap to summarizePresident Rick Muma sits down with Dr. Nick Solomey, professor of physics at Wichita State University, to discuss his innovative research efforts with NASA — including the development of a neutrino detector that will orbit the Earth — and the other projects the Department of Physics is engaged in. The “Forward Together” podcast celebrates the … Continue reading "Forward Together – Episode 30 | Dr. Nick Solomey – Physics and NASA research at WSU"
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