Here are your Wichita State University Digital Signage Announcements for Thursday, October 19, 2023. There are 46 signs for today. Sign number 1: Rising to the Challenge Fall 2023 Virtual Workshop Series Join one, several, or all of these interactive and free workshops centered on navigating challenges with resilience and intention. The WSU Community Engagement Institute's 60-minute sessions are open to everyone. The workshop scheduled is as follows: The Power of Silence on September 27 Talk their Talk: Communicating with Different Types of Individuals on October 4 Telling your Program's Story through a Logic Model on October 11 Moving from Criticism to Feedback on October 18 Listening to your Community: How to Gather Useful Input for Decision-Making on October 25 All workshops start at 11 a.m. To learn more about these sessions, visit wichita.edu/RTTC_Fall2023 Sign number 2: Student Government Association presents the 3rd Annual Diversity Week October 30 to November 3 is designed as Diversity Week to not only increase student engagement on campus, but also decrease the incidences of bias, harassment, and discrimination. Diversity Week is in partnership with several offices and student organizations and offers programs and experiences that build an inclusive culture amongst the student body at Wichita State University. This year's theme is A Different World: Learn from Others and Value Everyone (L.O.V.E.). During Diversity Week, the Student Government Association will be highlighting Religion, Self Value (Identity), Tradition, and Ability. Student Government Association will be focusing on loving, valuing, respecting, and finding belonging within each other. Visit wichita.edu/sgadiversityweek for more information on the schedule and events. Sign number 3: Trivia and Karaoke Join SAC and Shocker Grill and Lanes for our monthly Trivia and Karaoke Series! Trivia is set for every 1st Monday at 5:30 p.m., and Karaoke is set for every 3rd Thursday at 7 p.m. Sign number 4: WSU Symphony Orchestra Presents: Music of The Movies In a special event, we invite you to celebrate the brilliant compositions of renowned movie composers such as Alan Menken, Joe Hisaishi, and John Williams. As the highlight of the evening, we'll present Charlie Chaplin's timeless classic, The Rink. The live music will add a new dimension to Chaplin's humor and charm, highlighting the profound connection between music and cinema. Join us on Thursday, Oct. 19, at 7:30 p.m. in Miller Concert Hall. Get your tickets at the Fine Arts Box Office. WSU Students can request their free student tickets in advance by going to the Box Office in Duerksen Fine Arts Center during operating hours. Must show WSU student ID. Sign number 5: Live Karaoke every 3rd Thursday Join SAC and Shocker Grill and Lanes for Live Karaoke every 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm. The first 30 people will receive at free soda. Sign number 6: Entrepreneurship Research Series: Local Resources for Your Startup Journey Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial aspirations to the next level? Join us for the next session in our Entrepreneurship Research Series: Local Resources for Your Startup Journey from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 24 in Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons. Imagine gaining direct insights from a panel of respected experts in the Wichita community. This is your chance to dive deep into the wealth of local resources to fuel and accelerate your startup ventures. Sign number 7: Virtual AAC Career Fair This is an incredible opportunity for students of all degree levels, class levels, and majors to explore a wide range of career options. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time positions, internships, or co-op opportunities, this event has something for everyone. The AAC Career Fair will take place virtually through CareerEco, offering you the convenience of attending from anywhere. Mark your calendars join us for this exciting event. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 26. Virtual via Career Eco. Register at wichita.edu/AAC. Sign number 8: Wichita State to host USD 259 School Board Candidates for forum Wichita State University (WSU) has partnered up with The Wichita Beacon, Loud Light and the League of Women Voters to host a forum with USD 259 School Board candidates on Wednesday, October 25th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in Room 211 of Hubbard Hall on the Wichita State University Main Campus. All USD 259 candidates have been invited to the forum to answer questions taken from WSU students and The Wichita Beacon readers. The forum will provide an opportunity for each candidate to answer a series of questions. Each candidate will be allowed 90 seconds for their answer. Content for the question has come from WSU students as well as from Beacon readers who were invited to submit questions in September. The forum will be moderated by Neal Allen from the Wichita State University, Political Science Department and a Wichita State student elected to represent student voices. The event is open to the public and ticketing is not required. For additional questions reach out to the Student Engagement, Advocacy and Leadership (SEAL) office at Wichita State University by either calling 316-978-7016 or emailing civicengagement@wichita.edu. Sign number 9: Career Fair Prep (Virtual) The Shocker Career Accelerator and other departments hold career fairs throughout the year so students can get in front of employers. However, they can be intimidating if you have never participated in one. In this workshop, we dive deeply into our career fair checklist. Learn how to: prep before the fair, what to expect during event, and the basics of networking with employers. Career Fair Prep will be on October 23rd from 5-5:45 pm on Microsoft Teams. Teams Meeting ID: 270 310 488 729 Passcode: xEZP9L Register: https://wichitastate.joinhandshake.com/events/1321169/share_preview Sign number 10: Join the Community Service Board serving a meal at the Lord's Diner Join the Community Service Board serving dinner at the Lord's Diner from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 13, Oct. 11 and Nov. 8. The Lord's Diner provides a free meal seven days a week, 365 days a year. Duties may include serving food, busing dishes, refilling drinks, dining hall clean-up, and washing dishes. Please wear closed-toed shoes and pants. Sign up at wichita.edu/WednesdaysDiner. Sign number 11: Cosmic Bowling at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Turn the lights down and the music up for some cosmic bowling at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes! Enjoy cosmic bowling from 5-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights! Standard bowling rates apply. Open to the public! Sign number 12: Social Justice in Our Community, a community talk by Pauline Sharp Led by members of the Kaw Nation in collaboration with the City of Lawrence, University of Kansas, Spencer Museum of Art, Kanza Heritage Society and others, the Sacred Red Rock Project is focused upon the return and relocation of the red Siouxan quartzite boulder currently located in Robinson Park in Lawrence to the Kaw Nation, who have a centuries long relationship with the rock and value it as a sacred item of prayer. Pauline Sharp, a citizen of Kaw Nation and past vice-president of the Kaw Nation Cultural Committee, will discuss the relocation project and what it means to Kaw Nation. This free event takes place Tuesday, September 19 in the Beren Gallery at the Ulrich Museum of Art and everyone is welcome. A reception begins at 5:30 p.m., with the program starting at 6 p.m.The talk is presented in conjunction with the exhibition, Lesley Dill | Wilderness: Light Sizzles Around Me, on display in the Polk/Wilson Gallery August 5 through December 2. Sign number 13: National Student Exchange Info Session National Student Exchange info session. Visit wichita.edu/seal for more details Sign number 14: Diverse Skills, One Epic Clash- Are you ready? Clash Build Cash offers a unique chance to acquire essential professional skills like strategic decision-making, adaptability, and innovative thinking. In this competitive multiplayer game hosted on Venture Valley, you can reimagine what it means to be in business. Sign up for Clash Build Cash today at wichita.edu/clashbuildcash. Sign number 15: Join us for the Savvy Scholar Workshop Want to take your assignments and research to the next level? The Savvy Scholar Workshop is here to help you do just that! Join us on Nov. 1 at Ablah Library's Digital Scholars Commons from 3 to 4 p.m., or participate online in the Reading Literature with Geographic Information Systems workshop with guest speaker Katie Lanning Assistant Professor of English. Sign number 16: Futsal Tournament by International Student Union The International Student Union is planning to hold a futsal (soccer) tournament for all student organizations, staff, and alumni to participate. This is a great opportunity for everyone around campus to experience a sport that is not facilitated in WSU and more popular for the international population around campus. Popularly known as soccer or football, futsal is a miniature version of the widely loved sport. It is known to be more fast-paced and engaging as there are fewer number of players each team. Be sure to share this news with everyone around campus! We would love everyone to be part of our tournament and enjoy their time on the court with your team! Here are some requirements you must fulfill to be participate in the tournament: 1) Gather a team of at least 6 people. 2) Pay a team registration fee: $15 per team 3) Fill out this form: https://www.wichita.edu/futsal Deadline to register a team for the event: 11:59 p.m., Oct. 23. Location: Heskett Center, 2nd Floor Date: Saturday, 28th October, 2023 Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM We will be providing refreshments like water and Gatorade for everyone! We are so excited to organize this event for everyone! Sign number 17: Everyone is invited to the Story Corps One Small Step Listening event and Reception StoryCorps One Small Step initiative presents an evening of listening across the divide. Join other One Small Step participants and listen to a medley of conversations recorded this fall at the Ulrich Museum. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided by StoryCorps. Previous participation in One Small Step is not mandatory to attend this event. Those who are interested in the program are also welcome. This event is free and takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, October 19 at the Ulrich Museum of Art. Sign number 18: Attend Empty Bowls Chili Cook-Off and Help Fight Hunger in Wichita In exchange for your donation, you choose a bowl to keep from hundreds of handmade ceramic vessels, sample more than 25 varieties of chili and soups donated by chili lovers and local celebrity chefs, and enjoy time with friends. All proceeds benefit HumanKind Ministries and ICT Community Fridge Project. $10 donation for student tickets/$25 donation for general admission tickets/Kids 5 and under get in free and get a kids' bowl. This event take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Woolsey Hall. Sign number 19: WSU Geology Club presents: Environmental Science Career Expo WSU Geology Club Presents: Environmental Science Career Expo. Wednesday, November 8th, 10 AM to 1 PM. Rhatigan Student Center, room 266. This expo is open to all students, especially those who wish to pursue a career in environmental science. Sign number 20: Halloween ComicFest Join us for University Libraries' Halloween ComicFest on October 31, 2023, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Ablah Library - a FREE event with thrills and chills! What's waiting for you? Free comics, candy, and the opportunity to get a MYSTERY BAG! To get a mystery bag, like us on Instagram: @wsulibrary and tag us in your Halloween-themed selfie. For details, visit our website: libraries.wichita.edu/comicfest Sign number 21: PathwayU PathwayU uses predictive science to help you make more informed decisions about your major and career path and connects you to jobs you'll love. Sign up at wichita.edu/PathwayU Sign number 22: WSU Community Invited to Business Collaborations Meetup on October 16 The WSU Kansas Small Business Development Center is hosting a Business Collaboration Meetup on Monday, October 16 at the WSU Metroplex. Small business owners and anyone who wants to help support small local businesses are invited to this event highlighting the skills, capabilities, products and services of entrepreneurs in our area. The afternoon will kick off at 1 p.m. with a short presentation by WSU Kansas SBDC Regional Director, Brandy Willett, on finding the Win-Win. Then participants will have an opportunity to give a short pitch sharing information about the goods and services their business offers, including what they're looking for in new partnerships. After that, it's time for networking. This is a free event (thank you Meritrust Credit Union) but registration is required. Please visit wichita.edu/ksbdcworkshops to signup. Sign number 23: Wichita State University School of Performing Arts presents "Move on Litwin: Dance Up Close" Move on Litwin: Dance Up Close. October 26-28, 2023 @ 7:30 p.m. Litwin Theatre, Heskett Dance Studio Ticket Prices: $15 (limited seating) WSU students receive 1 Free Ticket with their WSU Student ID thanks to the support of the WSU Student Government for College of Fine Arts performances Box Office: 316-978-3233 or online at wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice Sign number 24: Pink Merchandise from the Shocker Store to Benefit Victory in the Valley The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month! For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, who provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. There are two short sleeve tees ($14 or $18) and two crew neck sweatshirts ($20 each). All four options are available at the RSC store and online at shockerstore.com and the Braeburn Square location will feature the gray t-shirt. This offer is good while supplies last. No discounts accepted on this merchandise. Sign number 25: Savvy Scholar Workshop: Understanding Populations with U.S. Census Data Unlock the secrets to Understanding Populations with U.S. Census at our upcoming Savvy Scholar Workshop. Join us on Oct. 25 at Ablah Library's Digital Scholars Commons from 3 to 4 p.m., or participate online. Whether you're a dedicated researcher or simply intrigued by the power of data, this workshop is tailored for you. Sign number 26: Trunk or Treat Students, community and children are invited to stop by Trunk or Treat to enjoy themed games, crafts and activities with candy-filled trunks for Halloween. 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21 at the John Bardo Center, 17th and Oliver. This event is sponsored by Students Activities Council. Sign number 27: Follow The Shock Block on Social Media for Info on Shocker Athletics The Shock Block is the official student section of Shocker Athletics! Follow @wsuShockBlock on Twitter and Instagram to stay informed on all upcoming games, promotions, and more. Information will also be shared on how to claim your free student tickets at athletic events. Sign number 28: Three minute thesis competition Can you present your research in 3 minutes? Sign up by October 20. Competition on November 3. Wichita.edu/3mt. Wichita State University, Graduate School Sign number 29: Oktoberfest Deals at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in October to take advantage of Joe's Oktoberfest Deals Limited Time. $4.25 Walnut River Oktoberfest cans. Thursdays, $7.99 for Bavarian pretzels with cheddar beer cheese. Saturdays, $9.75 for grilled bratwurst, seasoned sauerkraut, grain mustard mayonnaise on a toasted hoagie roll, served with crispy french fries. Sign number 30: Ace the Interview Workshop The workshop is on October the 19th, 11-11:45 a.m. in the RSC Room256. In this interactive session, learn how to prepare for an interview, structure interview answers and be successful after an interview. Gain experience practicing interview skills and leave with feedback on how to improve. Register at https://wichitastate.joinhandshake.com/events/1321361/share_preview Sign number 31: Volunteer at the United Way GIV Warehouse Join the Community Service Board volunteering at the United Way GIV Warehouse. The United Way Give Items of Value (GIV) program accepts donated items from companies and offers them at no charge to nonprofits throughout the state to help support their mission and goals. Volunteers will meet at the GIV Warehouse to sort and organize items so that they may be given to local nonprofits. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Sept. 15, Oct. 27 and Nov. 3. Sign up at wichita.edu/givwarehouse. Sign number 32: Pizza of the Month at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes in October to try their Pizza of the Month, the Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza! It's topped with ranch style sauce, grilled chicken, pepper smoked bacon, fresh tomatoes, green onions, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses for $19.99 Sign number 33: Volunteers Needed for Fall 2023 Commencement Volunteers are needed from 12:30-4:30pm on December 17 for Wichita State's Fall 2023 Commencement. Learn more and register at wichita.edu/volunteerforcommencement. Sign number 34: Putting Your Degree to Work in Local Government Poli-Sci Perspectives: Careers Unveiled invites you to join the conversation with featured panelists and WSU Alumni. D.J. Gering, Breea Clark, and Ben Nelson discuss how to put your degree to work in local government. Open to all students interested in local government jobs. Join us at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20 in Woolsey Hall room 334. Sign number 35: Official T-Shirt of the Shocker Volleyball Dig Pink Game Join Shocker Volleyball for their Dig Pink game on October 20 and make sure to grab your official t-shirt beforehand! For every one of these t-shirts sold, the Shocker Store will donate $1 to the Side-Out Foundation! Shirts are available at the Koch Arena store and shockerstore.com. Go Shockers! Sign number 36: Food Bank Fridays Join the Community Service Board at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse from 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 6 and Nov. 10. Volunteers will help with sorting and organizing food that will be distributed throughout Kansas through various initiatives offered by the Kansas Food Bank. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. For questions email CSB@Wichita.edu. Sign up at wichita.edu/foodbankfridays Sign number 37: Shocker Racing Formula 1 Watch Party WSU Formula SAE is hosting a Formula 1 watch party at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 22 at Social Tap, 4510 E. 19th St., Suite 101. Sign number 38: Adobe Express for Higher Education Adobe Express offers a world of apps and services that foster creativity, drive engagement and build career-relevant skills, including web and mobile apps, plus Premiere Rush and Photoshop Express. For additional information regarding availability and how to access, go to wichita.edu/AdobeExpress. Sign number 39: Trick or Treat Yo'Self Join the RSC starting at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 30 on the RSC 1st floor for Trick or Treat Yo'Self! Grab some freebies to make sure you are geared up for Halloween! While supplies last. Sign number 40: Fall 2023 Smart Lab Speaker Series Sport Management, Recreation, and Tourism Lab (SMART Lab) in the Department of Sport Management at Wichita State University is inviting you to attend a complimentary speaker session with Mr. Marshall Cho to learn more about leadership and resilience to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 7 pm at Devlin Hall Room 010. Reservations will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis as only 40 seats will be available. Please RSVP by Sunday, October 22, 2023. Should you have questions, please contact Dr. Wonyoung Kim, at 316-978-5445 or wonyoung.kim@wichita.edu. Sign number 41: Slices of Success: CAS Scholarship Application Session Calling all College of Applied Studies students! You're invited to attend our scholarship application session for the next academic year from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 9 in RSC 266. Come hungry for success and free pizza. Don't forget to bring your laptop! Assistance with filling out scholarships will be available. Sign number 42: Hacking the Academic Job Market From noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, join Karen Kelsky, aka The Professor Is In, to learn about all aspects of the academic job search. Zoom link available at https://wichita.edu/PDS. Presented by the Wichita State University Graduate School. Sign number 43: $8 Color Wall Tees This Week Help the Shocker Store make room for new color wall tees! This week only, grab remaining color wall tees for just $8 each at the RSC store and online at shockerstore.com. Not valid with other discounts or promotions. Sign number 44: Creepy Cosmic Bowling at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes on Tuesday, October 31, from 5-9 p.m. for some Creepy Cosmic Bowling! Enjoy $3 bowling games with free rental shoes! Bonus- wear your costume and receive a free medium fountain beverage! Offer not valid with other coupons or specials. Call 316-978-3479 for details. Open to the public. Sign number 45: Shocker Store Spooktacular Clearance Sale Mark your calendars for the Shocker Store's Spooktacular Clearance Sale! From 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31, grab some Shocker gear at SCARY low prices! PLUS- wear your costume and receive $5 off your purchase! Sale will be located in RSC Harvest Room (RSC 142). Sign number 46: Alternative Spring Break 2024 Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Alternative Spring Break trip in Boulder Creek, California from March 10 to 17. The trip will be spent volunteering as camp counselors at Camp Campbell, Outdoor Science School. The California Outdoor Science Association is sponsored by the California Department of Education. WSU volunteers will serve as camp counselors through the week and assist with the Outdoor School's programming. Volunteers will receive a day long training on the first day of the trip, Monday. The camp takes place from Tuesday-Friday. Activities during the week may include but are not limited to attending field studies with students in the redwood forest, conducting river studies and daily nature hikes traveling around to various communities surrounding the camp. One evening campers will participate in a field study which includes a night walk, emphasizing the nocturnal animal life, nighttime sensory awareness, and astronomy. On Saturday WSU volunteers will have a tour day to spend touring San Francisco, will spend the night in the city and depart the following Sunday to fly back to Wichita. The cost of the trip is $200 per student. The cost includes transportation (airfare, housing, meals, and excursions). Additional information and applications may be found at https://wichita.edu/alt_breaks For more information email Loren.Belew@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016. That’s all of the Digital Signage Announcements for Thursday, October 19, 2023.