Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Monday, April 2nd through Sunday, April 8th, 2018:
Calling all students! The Center for Entrepreneurship is in need of student judges for the Shocker New Venture Competition. Go to wichita.edu/snvc to sign up now!
Try the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes April Burger of the Month, the Hangover Burger! It’s topped with a fried egg, bacon and American cheese. Available for the month of April only, so swing on by!
April brings great bowling deals exclusively for members of the EAT.DRINK.PLAY. Rewards program in the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes! Members can enjoy $1 bowling games on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during the month. Shoe rental is not included and availability may vary due to special events and group reservations. Joining our rewards program is both free and easy! Visit us for details.
En Mas’ curator Claire Tancons will speak on Tuesday, April 24. Reception is at 5:30 p.m. The talk will start at 6:00 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.
Performance in the Plaza brings dance, music, and performance arts to YOU! Hosted by Student Activities Council and the WSU School of Performing Arts, this once-in-a-lifetime event will immerse you into the art, sophistication, and allure of dance. Bring your friends to enjoy the performance on Wednesday, April 11 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Plaza of Heroines. For more information about SAC sponsored events, please visit www.wichita.edu/SAC or contact us at sac@wichita.edu.
The 20th Annual Lambda Alpha Student Symposium, recognizing student research in the field of Anthropology, provides students an opportunity to present a 15-minute presentation and discuss current research in an atmosphere conducive to professional development. At the end of the event, three judges will announce a winner, who will be given a prize of $100. Additionally, an award will be given for best Undergraduate presentation. The event is Saturday, April 7th at 8:30 a.m. Direct inquiries to rxwendt@wichita.edu.
Spring Exhibition Opening – Music, dance, parade and pageantry fill the evening of our spring feast of our opening exhibition, “EN MAS: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean”. Explore the galleries and venture amongst the works of nine exhibition artists as they explore that history of performance art related to the traditions of Caribbean Carnival. Saturday, April 21, 7 – 9 p.m. at the Ulrich Museum of Art. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.
Let Them Eat Cake! For Graduate Student Appreciation Week, stop by to enjoy a sweet treat in honor of you! Mingle with officers of the Graduate Student Association and the Graduate School. Tuesday, April 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the RSC #04 North Patio. In the event of rain, the event will occur in RSC 142 (Harvest Room).
Join the Graduate Student Association (GSA) for a Grad School Spring Party including food, drinks, and billiards! This event is sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs & the Graduate School. Friday, April 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the RSC Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
Cap off Graduate Student Appreciation Week and join the Grad School to watch WSU play against Tulane. We will provide the main dish. Bring a side, dessert, and/or beverage (if beer, 3.2 cans only). Students are free with WSU ID. Guests are $5. Sponsored by the Graduate School, WSU Athletics, and Division of Student Affairs. Saturday, April 7, starting at 2:00 p.m. in the Reserved Pavillion at Eck Stadium.
Cash prizes will be awarded for URCAF – the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum – Friday, April 6, 2018 at the Rhatigan Student Center. Visit Wichita.edu/urcaf for more information.
Learn and practice using the American Psychological Association (APA) 6th edition style to write and format research papers and citation lists in our workshop from 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 pm on April 13 in Room 217, Ablah Library.
Interested in graphic design but unsure where to begin? In this hands-on workshop we will explore freely available graphic design software programs for photo editing and digital illustration. We will discuss basic format and design considerations. Intro to Free Graphic Design Tools, Thursday, April 12th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Ablah Library, Room 217.
Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc. is hosting their annual Clothesline Project on April 30, 2018 from 10 a.m.-12:30 in the Rhatigan Student Center Room 142. The Clothesline Project is a campaign that brings awareness to the unique stories and experiences of survivors of gender-based violence within the community. For more information, please contact Sarah Myose at syz.jager@gmail.com.
Join the members of Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc. to raise awareness about dating violence through their annual Red Flag Campaign on Tuesday, April 24 from 11 a.m to 1 p.m. in the RSC 1st floor! Decorate a flag and learn more about the red flags of dating violence at this unique event! For more information, please contact Sarah Myose at syz.jager@gmail.com.
Make your own FREE tie-dye t-shirt with Student Activities Council! Stop by the RSC North Patio on Tuesday, April 3 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to get a chance to create your own unique, colorful creation to wear. Student Activities Council will provide all of the materials- just bring yourself! Make sure to decorate a t-shirt while supplies last. One t-shirt per WSU student only. For more information about SAC sponsored events, please visit www.wichita.edu/SAC or contact us at sac@wichita.edu.
Think you may need your eyes checked? Find out for free with Free Vision Screenings from Student Health Services and the Medical Services Bureau, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on April 24 in RSC 314 and 316.
April 10th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., be sure to enjoy INTERFEST, the international food festival in the Neff Hall Courtyard. Each semester WSU Students prepare and sell dishes from their native countries for this event. The festival provides a platform for inter-cultural sharing where the WSU Community and visitors can try out diverse cuisine and learn about the origins and cultural significance of a particular dish. For more information or to register as a food vendor, visit www.wichta.edu/isu/interfest. The last day for food vendors to register is March 31.
Save the date for a one-day-only Camelbak sale at the University Bookstore! On Tuesday, April 3, select WSU Camelbaks will be $14.99, while supplies last. Limit three per customer and not valid with any other discounts. Sale is in store only. Grab one before they are gone!
Artstream is a unique traveling exhibition housed in a restored 1967 Airstream trailer. Artstream has exhibited over 150 artist and over 150 national locations. Monday, April 2 and Tuesday, April 3 Visit www.art-stream.com for more information on exhibiting artists.
Complete your taxes for free. Visit the Office of Student Management. 8am-5pm. Monday-Friday.
Help WSU & the national McBEE campus consortium strengthen data driven practices in regards to campus safety by completing the WSU/McBEE Campus Safety Survey accessed through the myWSU portal now through April 7th, 2018. The survey should take approximately 20 minutes to complete and students participating in the research will be entered into one of two drawings. A total of four $250 scholarships and 14-second place $50 Amazon Gift Cards will be given out.
A great opportunity to structure relaxation into your week, Keep Calm and Breathe On will teach relaxation, mindfulness and meditation techniques, with the overall goal of managing stress, increasing well-being and leading a healthier life. Every Wednesday 12:15-12:45 p.m. in RSC 257.
Did you know that Special Collections has digital materials available through the library website? Special Collections is not limited to traditional sources and has some surprising materials. We have photos of graffiti murals, materials documenting the connection between Kansas basketball and the 1936 Olympics, Bonaparte Family Papers, over 300 maps, and so much more. This workshop will highlight some of our most unexpected digital treasures. Thursday, April 5, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Ablah Library, Room 217.
Learn about what kinds of works can be protected by copyright, how to register a copyrighted work, and best practices for using others’ copyrighted work at our free workshop from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 pm on April 3 in Ablah Library, Room 217.
Join Community Service Board in Mentoring Mondays! Volunteers are needed to provide tutoring for youth in variety of subjects. No tutoring experience is required. To volunteer, please visit wichita.edu/CSBvolunteer.
