== '''<u>Overview</u>''' ==
[[File:WSU LOGO.png|thumb|Wichita State Logo]]
Wichita State University is a public research university of 15,000 students located in Wichita, Kansas, United States. In April of 2014, the university established its commitment towards Innovation Campus with the purpose to transform the world through innovation, applied learning, entrepreneurship and economic impact. In line with the school’s vision and its multi-disciplinary concept, Wichita State University is starting to offer new avenues to encourage students and faculty to be innovative while attracting industry partners.
The Wichita State campus is expanding to reflect the innovation and entrepreneurship demands of the economy. In spring of 2017, a new makerspace, which will be located in the Experiential Engineering Building, will open to cater to innovative Wichita State students from all majors and backgrounds. The WSU makerspace will have the purpose to be a place where people can meet, collaborate and make things happen – will be part manufacturing plant, part design studio and part garage workshop. It’s a place where creative people of all ages and skill levels will have access to sophisticated equipment and training, shared work spaces and a supportive community.
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== '''<u>Encouraging faculty innovation and entrepreneurship</u>''' ==