Application Received: ____________
Dear Barton School Student:
I am pleased to invite you to become a member of the Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors (BSDA), a student
organization designed to bring together the “best of the best” in the W. Frank Barton School of Business.
The Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors are business students who together form an organization that actively
advances the Barton School’s reputation and image, meets the diverse needs of the students, and engages
students in the many facets of the Barton School. We act as a liaison between students and the Dean to
implement the Mission of the Barton School* by engaging in activities and valuable opportunities for networking
with peers, WSU faculty and staff, and business professionals, as well as through service in the community to
utilize and enhance our students’ entrepreneurial spirit. These objectives are fulfilled through the embodiment
of the Barton School’s core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Collegiality.
*Mission of the Barton School of Business: The Barton School of Business advances the knowledge
and practice of business, reaches out to constituents, and prepares students to successfully compete in
the global entrepreneurial marketplace.
Membership dues are $10 each semester per the BSDA Constitution. Meetings are generally held at 5:00 p.m.
on Sunday afternoons once or twice a month; however, other meetings may be required depending on the
activity of the group. Members are required to purchase a BSDA polo, T-shirt, and nametag for a total of $20.
All applicants must both have a major declared within the W. Frank Barton School of Business and must be
graduating later than Spring 2014 unless he/she is an undergraduate senior applying for a master’s business
program. Applicants must also satisfy one of the following criteria:
● Completed 12 hours of undergraduate courses with a WSU GPA of 3.000 or higher
● Completed 9 hours of graduate level work with a WSU GPA of 3.000 or higher
● If less than 12 hours of undergraduate courses have been completed, applicants must be receiving a
Barton School of Business scholarship or submit one letter of recommendation from an instructor.
● The BSDA Application Committee will consider all applications
Interested students need to submit an application packet that includes the attached information sheet, resume,
and essay. A committee will make final member selections based on the application packet and, if necessary,
scheduled interviews, which will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2013. The BSDA Constitution is
available upon request.
I encourage you to fill out the BSDA Application Packet and return it to the Dean’s Office, Clinton Hall Room
100. The deadline for submission is Wednesday, September 18, 2013, at noon. If you have any
questions, please contact Krystal Funk, Outreach Officer, at kafunk@wichita.edu, or Arlene Thomas, BSDA
Advisor, Arlene.thomas@wichita.edu.
Sincerely,
Cindy Claycomb
Interim Dean of the Barton School of Business
Application Received: ____________
Legacy of Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors
"As an inaugural member of the Barton School Dean's Ambassadors, I'm proud of the program's growth and
adherence to its original mission of advancing the School's reputation and meeting the needs of its students. The
opportunities to develop skills in advocacy, representation, and communication translate well to later
employment in both private and public organizations. Just as significant is the tremendous reward of serving a
cause broader than one's self. BSDA was an influential part of my path to graduate school and public service."
Adam Seiler
Lieutenant, U.S. Navy
Former BSDA Secretary and Member (2001 – 2003)
"Being a member of BSDA immediately puts a student on the fast-track to a rewarding college experience. I
loved being involved with BSDA because of the increased interactions it provided me with the Barton School's
staff and faculty, as well as other engaged student leaders. These students care about getting the most out of
their education and applying what they are learning in the classroom to the real business world. I have some
great memories from my time as a Dean's Ambassador, and the leadership skills I developed have been serving
me well ever since."
Katie (Kontz) Austin, M.Ed.
Associate Director for Residence Life, Wichita State University
Former BSDA Vice President and Member (2005 – 2008)
"The Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors organization was an important part of my time at Wichita State
University. As a member I had the opportunity to interact with the students, faculty, and staff within the Barton
School of Business and businesses in the Wichita area. The organization provided opportunities for the students
to take charge and create projects to improve the Barton School of Business and put on events that allowed
business students the chance to interact with faculty. I learned valuable communication and leadership skills
that I’ve taken with me into my everyday life. The relationships I created during my time in BSDA have lasted
after college and continue to be a lasting bond between friends and associates of BSDA."
Christina A Evans
Corporate Accountant, Koch Industries Inc.
Former BSDA President and Vice President and Member (2007 – 2009)
For more on the Legacy of the Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors, visit our website at www.wichita.edu/bsda.
Application Received: ____________
Barton School Dean’s Ambassadors
2013-2014 Applicant Information Sheet
Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Class Standing: ________________ Expected Graduation Date: ________ WSU Cumulative GPA: ______
Academic Major: ______________________ Minor(s): ________________ myWSU ID: _______________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________________
City: _________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ______________________
Preferred Phone: ____________________ Preferred Email: ______________________________________
Please attach the following:
1. Resume: Include any academic achievements and honors, extracurricular activities, leadership roles,
work experience, community service, and academic scholarships.
2. Essay: Please describe why you would like to be a Dean’s Ambassador in two pages double-spaced or
less. To help guide your thoughts, also describe:
● What you expect from this organization;
● How you will benefit from joining; and
● Any characteristics that you feel you can offer BSDA.
Specifications:
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Please do not include your name in the essay.
Put your myWSU ID in the top right corner of each page of the essay.
Use Times New Roman 12pt font on both the resume and essay.
Completed application packets must be submitted to…
BSDA, Barton School of Business
Dean’s Office, Clinton Hall Room 100
no later than…
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 by noon
What’s next:
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Selections will be based on application packet and interviews, if necessary.
Application Received: ____________
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If interviews are determined to be necessary, they will take place on the morning of Saturday,
September 21, 2013 in Clinton Hall. You will be e-mailed with further instructions regarding your
interview times on Thursday, September 19, 2013.