WSU GoBabyGo

05/19/2026

Ten years, countless smiles, and endless miles of independence! We are incredibly honored and grateful to share this wonderful article celebrating a decade of WSU GoBabyGo.

Thank you to everyone who has wired a switch, cheered at a build day, or supported us along the way. Here is to the next decade of movement, play, and absolute joy! 💛🖤

Read more: WSU’s GoBabyGo celebrates 10 years delivering mobility to local families
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Go Baby Go
Wichita State University College of Engineering
Wichita State University - College of Health Professions
Wichita State University Physical Therapy
Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders

May 19, 2026 - GoBabyGo, a program that modifies children’s cars so that children with disabilities can enjoy more mobility, celebrates its 10th anniversary at WSU this month. In early May, the program had its delivery day, the culmination of months of interdisciplinary work by students, staff and...

05/12/2026

It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since WSU GoBabyGo first started transforming lives! 🔟🎉

Samantha Corcoran, Nathan Smith, and Beth Watkins started our program as a Service Learning class project with two cars, and now we've grown into an active student club and community movement that we are so incredibly proud of.

As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary, we want to look back at the numbers that tell our story:

🚘 210+ Customized Cars: That’s over 200 children who gained the power to explore their world on their own terms.

🛠 825 Student Participants: To the Shocker students who spent late nights soldering, wiring, and building—you are the engine of this program. We're especially grateful for the unique collaboration between engineering, physical therapy, speech therapy, and other majors.

👥 20+ Community Therapists: Your expertise ensures every car is perfectly tailored to a child’s specific needs.

🤝 Dozens of Sponsors: More than just donors, you are true partners. From providing resources to cheering us on and showing up for our families, your hands-on commitment is what keeps us moving.

A special thank you to for connecting us with the generous sponsors who believe in our vision, and to the Wichita State University College of Engineering and the Project Innovation Hub for providing our lab space and a home for this work to flourish. And to Sarah and Chris Woelk for your support and your photographs that capture the joy of our little drivers.

To the families who have trusted us with your journeys: thank you for letting us be a small part of your lives. Watching a child hit that "go" button for the first time never gets old.

Here’s to the next 10 years of moving forward together! 💪🏻💛🖤

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05/02/2026

10 years of smiles, collaboration, and GO! 🎉

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03/29/2026

Wiring is all finished up! Teams rewire the cars to move the "gas" from the pedal to a button mounted on the steering wheel to create a more recognizable visual pattern of "go".

Next stop: Seating!

Teams pictured are Team Aryel and Banks.

02/28/2026

The Spring 2026 teams are off to the races! Cars have arrived and teams started assembly this week! During assembly, we make sure all the parts for the car correctly come in and check the electrical system to make sure it meets our safety standards.

Next Stop: Electrical!

Pictured: Team Stella and Team Tatum

02/09/2026

There is nothing quite like the energy of a room full of people working toward a single goal: getting a child moving independently! 🚘

This last week, our teams sat down with our little VIPs and their families to start the journey of creating a one-of-a-kind ride. Instead of a "one size fits all" approach, we spent each meeting diving into the details that make each car unique:

📐 The Perfect Fit: We took precise measurements to ensure each seat and frame provides the exact support each child needs to be comfortable and safe.

🏞 The Environment: We talked about where these cars will live—exploring the terrain, the need for car seats or custom lap trays, and how the car will be used at home or on the playground.

🔴 The Interface: We observed how each child communicates and interacts so we can place the controls and "bells and whistles" in the perfect spots.

🐶 The Style: Most importantly, we got the scoop on favorite colors, must-have cartoon characters, and the personal touches that make these cars truly theirs.

Next up: each team will hold a design meeting to finalize their design, materials, schedule, and budget. We can’t wait to turn these plans into reality! 🛠️🏁

Wichita State University College of Engineering
Wichita State University Physical Therapy
Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders
Wichita State University - College of Health Professions

02/06/2026

Last week, our GoBabyGo chapter officially kicked off the semester! We welcomed 40 passionate students who are ready to change lives through mobility.

It wasn't just about the cars; it was about the connection. Our teams spent the evening:

🗣️ Meeting their VIPs: Learning the stories, needs, and "favorite things" of the amazing children they’ll be serving.

📝 Doing the Homework: Researching specific mobility challenges to ensure every modification is perfect.

🤝 Collaborating with Pros: A huge thank you to our community volunteer therapists who mentored the students through child assessments and interview prep!

This is interdisciplinary magic in action—engineers, future clinicians, and creators working together. We are so grateful to the generous donors who fund these builds and make independence possible for these kiddos.

Stay tuned—delivery day is coming this May! 🛠️✨

Wichita State University College of Engineering
Wichita State University Physical Therapy
Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders
Wichita State University - College of Health Professions

02/02/2026

Hey, we know her! 😍🙌

We are bursting with pride for our student executive team member, Vivian Salazar! Our university just released a video showcasing her amazing internship experiences, and it was so cool to see her GoBabyGo journey featured. 🚘

We are beyond grateful that she shares her incredible talents and heart with our team!

Watch: https://youtu.be/cFmD9jEdAvA?si=pcOnXPd0wUomaMAT

11/25/2025

What an incredible Saturday! 🥳 Our WSU GoBabyGo team successfully delivered customized ride-on cars to Silas, Adeline, Ariella, Hans, Ayah, Holden, and Ben. Just look at those smiles!

Thanks to the nearly 60 students and faculty from the Wichita State University College of Engineering, Wichita State University Physical Therapy, Wichita State University - College of Health Professions, and Wichita State University Communication Sciences and Disorders, for your hard work this semester.

Thank you to our dedicated professional community volunteers who partner with us, providing invaluable coaching and guidance to our student builders throughout the semester. We appreciate you!

A special shout out to the lab mentors from the Project Innovation Hub for their crucial role in the final hours, performing safety checks and troubleshooting wiring issues. You all are rock stars.

A HUGE thank you to all of our incredible sponsors. Your support doesn't just fund parts; it powers independence, joy, and movement for these children and their families, and unmatched applied learning for our students. You truly made this day happen.

GPI Global
Aerospace Systems and Components
Bill & Lynne Tinker, the McIlwaine Foundation
Kansas Society for Children with Challenges

📸: Sarah Woelk

11/22/2025

Crossed the finish line for WSU GoBabyGo this fall! We can’t wait to tell you more about it! 🚘🏁

10/02/2025

Assembly has officially begun! 🛠️🚗

The cars have been unboxed! Our student teams are spending the week assembling the ride-on cars, getting them ready for the customization phase. This is where the work truly begins, and it's thrilling to watch the initial build come together.

Follow along for more updates!