Here are your Wichita State University Digital Signage Announcements for Saturday, March 16, 2024. 
	There are 55 signs for today.

Sign number 1: The Kansas Small Business Development Center at WSU invites you to A Very Merry Metroplex, Holiday Market

You're invited to A Very Merry Metroplex, Holiday Market on Wednesday, December 13, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Wichita State Metroplex, Oliver and 29th North. Join us in support of 50 local small businesses! Pick up list-minute gift items or cards, enjoy lunch from local food trucks, and ample free parking. Learn more at https://www.wichita.edu/ksbdcmarkets. In conjunction with a Very Merry Metroplex, the Kansas Small Business Development Center will host 1 Million Cups beginning at 8:30 AM.

Sign number 2: Craig W. Barton Speaker Series Student Q and A Event with Norah O'Donnell

Wichita State students are invited to meet Norah O'Donnell, anchor for the CBS Evening News and "60 Minutes" contributor, at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 21 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room for an informal Q and A. The event is exclusively for registered WSU students, and refreshments will be served. Capacity is limited, and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge. RSVP at wichita.edu/MeetNorah.

Sign number 3: WSU students have the chance to put their business ideas and skills to the test as they compete for a cash prize!

The Shocker New Venture Competition applications are open. Don't miss your chance to compete, apply today at wichita.edu/snvc.

Sign number 4: Northwest After School Tutoring

Come and join the community service board at Northwest High School to tutor and mentor students at an after school program. There is no experience needed, and all volunteers will need to register on the USD 259 website prior to the event. In order to sign up for the event, visit wichita.edu/tutornorthwest

Sign number 5: Join us for our Entrepreneurship Workshop - Market Research for Startups!

Discover market trends, identify competitors, and define your target market at our Entrepreneurship Research Lunch and Learn on March 22, from noon to 1 p.m. at Ablah Library, Digital Learning Commons (in-person and online). Feel free to bring your own lunch and make it a productive break. This session is free and open to all.

Sign number 6: Buy Commencement Regalia Early and Save!

Are you graduating in May? Now through April 26, you can bundle your regalia items and save! The Shocker Store offers regalia bundles for bachelors, masters, specialist and doctorate degrees. Visit us in our RSC store or on our “graduation” tab at shockerstore.com for specific pricing and details. For more information, email shockerstore@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7021.

Sign number 7: SGA Scholarships now open!

SGA Scholarships are now open. Available for Summer 2024 and the 2024-2025 academic year! Visit wichita.edu/sgascholarships to apply.

Sign number 8: Don't miss out on funding. Turn your student startup into a business reality!

The WSU Cente for Entrepreneurship's 3 funds are designed for student startups at any stage – from concept to fully operational. Act now and apply for funding at wichita.edu/cfe-funding, because your business dream deserves the financial boost it needs to become a reality!

Sign number 9: Volunteer: Carnival with the Child Development Center

Volunteer at the Child Development Center's Carnival for children and their families. April 12th at 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Volunteers may be tasked with setting-up for the event and facilitating the event's activities. For questions email: CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may register at https://wichita.edu/DevelopmentCenterCarnivalVolunteer

Sign number 10: Ignitor

The Ignitor program assists students and faculty at every stage, from a business idea to achieving profit. The program is broken into two parts, one to ignite your ideas and one to validate your ideas. Registration information can be found at wichita.edu/ignitor

Sign number 11: Master of Science in Athletic Training Open House

Master of Science in Athletic Training Open House. April 17 from noon to 2:00 PM at the Heskett Center in Room 134. Don't miss the opportunity to see the newly updated lab, learn about the MSAT program, and meet the faculty and current students! Find more information at wichita.edu/MSATOpenHouse Contact us at (316)978-3340 or via email at Lindsay.Lunistra@Wichita.edu.

Sign number 12: Volunteer for Wichita Clean Streams

 Join Wichita Clean Stream’s Wichita RiverWalk Cleanup Crew for a morning of cleaning up the area around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. March 9th and April 13th at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Gloves and materials will be provided. Volunteers will meet at a location determined before the event. Volunteers will be given exact location of event via email before the event.  Please wear closed toe shoes and pants. For questions email, CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may register at https://wichita.edu/CleanStreams.

Sign number 13: Why Taiwan Matters: Presidential Elections of 2024

On Saturday, April 20, from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., join us in Lindquist Hall Room 100 for Dr. Doris Chang's talk regarding the 2024 Presidential Election in Taiwan. Dr. Chang, professor of political science, will discuss the following: 1. How does the 2024 Presidential Elections in Taiwan and the United States affect U.S.-China-Taiwan Relations? 2. How does Taiwan exercise its alternative sovereignty in the international community? 3. What are the key industries in Taiwan that makes it indispensable to the rest of the world? We look forward to seeing you! This event is cosponsored by the WSU Department of Political Science and the Global Learning Center of Wichita.

Sign number 14: Join us for our Savvy Scholar Workshop - Telling Your Story With ArcGIS StoryMaps

Unlock the power of storytelling with ArcGIS StoryMaps! Join us for a workshop on Tuesday, March 26, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Ablah Library, Digital Learning Commons (in-person and online). There is no cost to attend. This session is perfect for beginners and will equip you with the skills to create engaging multimedia StoryMaps using text, maps, photos, and videos. Attend this Savvy Scholar Workshop, where you'll learn to use this software to share ideas and stories. Learn more at libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar.

Sign number 15: Trolls: A Movie Experience

Trolls: A Movie Experience hosted by SAC on March 23rd at the CAC Theater. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event starts at 6. There will be free popcorn, cotton candy and trolls crafts. Admission for students is free with WSU ID, faculty and staff $5, children 12 and under $5, and the general public is $8.

Sign number 16: 2024 Healthcare Research Roundtable

The second annual Healthcare Research Roundtable will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, March 22. This year we're reaching out to the University of Kansas and WSU Tech as well as to community and industry partners. We're extending the scope to include clinical work, the arts, humanities, applied studies and all the health-related work we do. This is a great opportunity for discovery, coalition-building and strategic planning. RSVP, volunteer to present, and get more information at wichita.edu/2024-Healthcare-Roundtable

Sign number 17: Win $1,000 and Showcase Your Excellence with the Library Research Award!

The Library Research Award recognizes undergraduate and graduate students who have effectively utilized University Libraries' resources for their research or creative projects during the past academic year (summer through spring semesters). Submit your application, complete with a 500-word essay due by April 8 and have a faculty member submit a letter of support due by April 12. But wait, there's more! By participating, you not only get to reflect on your research journey but also stand a chance to win $1,000. Take advantage of this chance for personal growth and success. For all the details, head over to https://libraries.wichita.edu/lra/home. Questions? Shoot us an email at lib.award@wichita.edu.

Sign number 18: Volunteer for Easter Egg Assembly with WSU's Child Development Center

Join us for the Child Development Center's Easter Egg Assembly! April 2nd at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the set-up of games and activities as well as the facilitation of the event. No experience is necessary. For questions email: CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may sign-up https://wichita.edu/DevelopmentCenterEasterVolunteer

Sign number 19: Mastering Impactful Research Poster Designs

Equip yourself with the skills to create impactful research posters for conferences, competitions, and presentations. Especially if you’re participating in URCAF or GRASP, this workshop is a must-attend! Join us for our Savvy Scholar Workshop Creating a Stunning Research Poster on Tuesday, March 19, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Ablah Library, Digital Learning Commons (in-person and online). There is no cost to attend. Learn more at libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar

Sign number 20: SAC Trivia Series

There are 4 events in this series. Event 1: January 29th, Sex Ed 101 featuring Student Health. Event 2: February 5th, Pioneers and Trailblazers: Black History featuring NPHC and BSU. Event 3: March 25th, Divas of Music featuring Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Event 4: April 8th Minute to Win it. All events at 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. at Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes. For questions about this event, call SEAL at 316-978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu.

Sign number 21: Mad About Reading

We're Mad About Reading! Management 463 students are coming together to help the students at Gordon Parks Academy have access to books and experience the joy of reading and learning. March 1st to March 29th, they are hosting a book drive with drop-off boxes at various locations. Please bring your new or gently used books of reading levels from Kindergarten to 8th grade at one of the following locations: WSU Rhatigan Student Center Room 216, St. Paul Catholic Student Center (in basement), Pennant Coffee, and Coffee Daze. Let's make a positive change for the students at Gordon Parks Academy.

Sign number 22: Carnival Night at the Child Development Center

Come and join the Community Service Board volunteering at the Child Development Center's Carnival for children and families! Volunteers may be tasked with setting up for the event and facilitating the events activities. This event takes place on April 12th, from 4:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Please wear comfy clothes and closed toe shoes. For more information, visit wichita.edu/DevelopmentCenterCarnivalVolunteer

Sign number 23: Volunteer at Wednesday at the Diner

Join the Community Service Board in serving a meals at the Lord's Diner. March 6th and April 10th, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The 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. For questions email: CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may sign up at  Wichita.edu/WednesdaysDiner/

Sign number 24: Volunteer for Tutoring at Northwest High School

Tutor and mentor students at an after school program at Northwest High School. March 21st and April 25th at 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. No experience is necessary, and all volunteers will need to register on the USD 259 website prior to the event. For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may register at https://wichita.edu/TutorNorthWest.

Sign number 25: School of Performing Arts presents the film premiere of 'Christmas Dish'

Christmas Dish April 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Welsbacher Theatre (29th and Oliver, Entrance F). Tickets are $15. WSU students receive a free ticket with their WSU Student ID. Call the box office at 316-978-3233 or go online to https://wichita.edu/christmas-dish. The WSU School of Performing Arts proudly presents the Film Premiere of "Christmas Dish," which follows two people that are secretly romantically interested in one another. They agree to share Christmas dinner together, just as friends, because a family holiday isn’t going to happen and all of their other friends are already busy.

Sign number 26: We are hiring!

TRIO Upward Bound Wichita Prep is hiring for Summer 2024. We are hiring student assistants, tutor counselors, and tutors. The application process requires a job application, a written statement, two letters of recommendation, and a copy of your transcript. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis until all positions are filled. Visit wichita.edu/TRIOEmploymentApplication

Sign number 27: Community Service Board: Easter Egg Assembly

Come and join the community service board and the child development center to help with the Child Development Center's Easter Egg Hunt. Volunteers may help with setting up the games and activities and with facilitation of the event. It takes place on April 2nd from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. For more information, visit wichita.edu/DevelopmentCenterEasterVolunteer

Sign number 28: Pages for Parks

Come join WSU students on Saturday, April 13th from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. in the Rhatigan Student Center, Room 256 for conversation, light refreshments, and decorating bookmarks. During this event, please bring your new or gently used books of reading levels kindergarten to 8th Grade. Help the students at Gordon Parks Academy have access to books and experience the joy of reading and learning! See you there!

Sign number 29: New Date for the 2024 Healthcare Research Roundtable and Summit

In order to enable wider participation, the 2024 Healthcare Research Roundtable and Summit has been rescheduled for March 22. Please join us 8am to 3pm at the WSU Metroplex.

Sign number 30: United Way GIV Warehouse

Come and join the Community Service Board, on March 22nd and April 19th from 2:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. to sort and organize items so that they may be given to local nonprofits. In order to sign up, visit wichita.edu/givwarehouse

Sign number 31: Community Service Board Weekly Meetings

Join the Community Service Board for their weekly meetings every Thursday at 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM! Held in the Rhatigan Student Center, room 142. Connect with your fellow Shockers, hear from nonprofit leaders, find out about ways you can volunteer, tour local nonprofits, participate in volunteer projects and have fun! Meetings are open to all WSU staff, students, and faculty. For questions email CSB@wichita.edu.

Sign number 32: Volunteer: United Way GIV Warehouse

Come and join the Community Service Board volunteering at the United Way GIV Warehouse. March 22nd and April 19th at 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. 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. Volunteers will meet at the GIV Warehouse to sort and organize items so that they may be given to local nonprofits. Volunteers may register at https://wichita.edu/givwarehouse.

Sign number 33: Wichita Clean Streams

Come and join the Community Service Board at the Wichita Clean Streams for a morning of cleaning up around the area of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. Gloves and materials will be provided. There will be two opportunities, on March 9th or April 13th. Volunteers will meet at a location determined before the event. Volunteers will be given exact location of event via email before the event.  Please wear closed toe shoes and pants. For more information visit wichita.edu/CleanStreams

Sign number 34: Get ready to Clash Build Cash where $6000 in prizes are on the line.

Clash Build Cash offers a unique chance to hone essential professional skills like strategic decision making, adaptability, and innovative thinking. On March 21st, and head over to the John Bardo Center Lobby, where the action unfolds. Competitors are welcome to join in anytime between noon and 5p.m. with each round lasting 10 minutes. The more 10 minute rounds you participate in, the greater your chances to claim victory! For more details and a link to download Venture Valley visit wichita.edu/clashbuildcash2024

Sign number 35: De-stress Fest

De-stress Fest is organized by the Student Activities Council and takes place each semester the week before finals. For a full schedule, visit wichita.edu/destress. You Got This Shockers!

Sign number 36: Health Professions Career Fair

The Health Professions Career Fair is Tuesday, March 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the RSC 3rd Floor. The Health Professions Career Fair is your chance to connect with top employers and explore exciting job opportunities in your field of study. Join us and meet with industry leaders in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, healthcare administration, and more. For more information, visit https://wichita.edu/HealthCareerFair.

Sign number 37: Learn More with Summer Classes

Catch up on credits and accelerate your graduation with summer classes from Wichita State. Financial aid available and classes are available in online or in-person formats with two-, four-, or eight-week timelines. ​To learn more, visit wichita.edu/summer.

Sign number 38: Wednesday's at the Diner

Come and join the Community Service Board at the Lord's Diner on April 10th, 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The 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. If you're interested please visit wichita.edu/WednesdaysDiner

Sign number 39: Volunteer: Easter Egg Hunt with the Child Development Center

Join us for the Child Development Center's Easter Egg Hunt! April 3rd at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Volunteers may help with setting-up the games and activities and with facilitation of the event. For questions email, CSB@wichita.edu. Volunteers may sign up at https://wichita.edu/DevelopmentCenterEasterEggHunt

Sign number 40: Volunteer: Food Bank Friday

Join the Community Service Board at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. 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. Students may sign-up here: wichita.edu/foodbankdfriday/. For questions email CSB@Wichita.edu.

Sign number 41: Fall 2024 Course Philosophy 360 Ethical Theory will be enrolling soon

Become more insightful with the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences by exploring the philosophical foundations of evaluative reasoning on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:00 A.M. this Fall in Philosophy 360. Ethical Theory topics include: African ethics, Care ethics, Deontology, Utilitarianism, and Virtue Ethics. For more information, contact susan.castro@wichita.edu

Sign number 42: Grad Day at the Shocker Store

If you are graduating this spring, visit the Shocker Store during one of their Grad Days. CB Grad and Balfour will be in house to help with ordering graduation announcements, nursing and dental hygiene pins, class rings and more. Simply stop by between 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. March 19th or 20th at the RSC store.

Sign number 43: Join us for our Entrepreneurship Workshop - Trademarking Your Business!

Join our Entrepreneurship Research Lunch and Learn on March 29, from noon to 1 p.m. at Ablah Library, Digital Learning Commons (in-person and online). Discover types of trademark protection and learn search strategies for existing marks and logos. Bring your lunch, and spread the word. This session is free and open to all.

Sign number 44: Ignitor supporting student and faculty every step from business idea to profit.

Ignitor guides entrepreneurs in turning their ideas into profitable ventures. Apply today at Wichita.edu/ignitor

Sign number 45: Try the March Pizza of the Month

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in March to try their Pizza of the Month, the Margherita! It's topped with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, parmesan cheese, chili flakes and oregano. All for $19.95!

Sign number 46: We invite you to participate in the WSU Library Photography Contest.

We are accepting photo submissions of Ablah Library until March 31 as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the addition. Showcase your creativity for a chance to win prizes, including a $300 cash gift card, WSU Dining meal vouchers, a Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes Party Package, and a WSU Shocker Store gift card. Submissions will be featured at an on-campus exhibit and online. This is hosted by WSU Ablah Library and ADCI Photo Guild. To submit your entry, send your photos in JPEG format to Kendra.Cremin@wichita.edu.

Sign number 47: Dancing Docents with Mina Estrada

On Wednesday, March 20, join Mina Estrada, program director of WSU's dance department, as she guides you through an experience in the Ulrich Museum's Polk/Wilson Gallery that incorporates movement and select works of visual art. Learn a movement phrase that embodies an element of each artwork — texture, line, space, or narrative — and leave with a small dance that represents the kinesthetic and aesthetic experience the group has shared. Refreshments will be served at 10 a.m., with the program beginning at 10:30 a.m. This event is free and everyone is welcome.

Sign number 48: Gonzaga Comes to Town for Matchup with Shocker Baseball

Wichita State Baseball plays host to Gonzaga, March 15 through 17, at Eck Stadium. Tickets are free for students with a WSU ID. Faculty and Staff receive $6 tickets when they present their employee ID at the Eck Stadium Box Office. Visit GoShockers.com to view the weekend schedule.

Sign number 49: Dance Dance KVolution

DDKV is a dance competition geared towards our members and community members to take initiative in developing performances and all of its aspects. It will be Friday, April 13 at the CAC Theater. Admission is free. KVersity had always been in charge of these aspects, so we want to give our members the opportunity to show what they know or what they have learned through their experience with us. We are excited to invite you to participate/compete in DDKV. This is a great opportunity to showcase your talent and passion for dance.

Sign number 50: Service Saturday: Ronald McDonald House of Charities

Come join the Community Service Board at the Ronald McDonald House of Charities, 551 N. Hillside, for Service Saturday. We will be preparing breakfast for the children and families. Wear comfy clothes and closed toe shoes. This event takes place on Saturday, March 30 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Food and transportation will be provided.

Sign number 51: Philosophy 312 Contemporary Philosophy of Law

This course focuses on different topics in contemporary law from year to year. In Fall 2024, the focus will be on special topics in social justice including the rights of Nature, children's rights, and the rights of indigenous nations and peoples. This is a general education humanities course that contains diversity content.

Sign number 52: Service Saturday: Shocker Support Locker

Come join the Community Service Board at the Grace Willkie Hall for Service Saturday at the Shocker Support Locker. We're on a mission to combat food insecurity. Join us to help stock, sort, and count inventory at the Shocker Support Locker. Wear comfy clothes and closed toe shoes. This event takes place on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to noon at Grace Wilkie Hall, room 103. Food and transportation will be provided.

Sign number 53: Volunteers Needed for Spring 2024 Commencement

Volunteers are needed on May 11 for Wichita State's Spring 2024 Commencement. Three shifts available. Learn more and register at wichita.edu/commencement.

Sign number 54: Fiction Reading by Bee Sacks

Join us at the Ulrich Museum on Thursday, March 21 when author Bee Sacks will present a reading of selections from her fiction works. A reception will take place at 5:30 p.m., with the program following at 6 p.m. Sacks holds an MFA from the Programs in Writing at the University of California, Irvine. Their debut novel, "City of a Thousand Gates" was awarded the Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize for fiction. Their second novel, "The Lover," was published in 2023. A former journalist, Bee worked at Vanity Fair for several years before moving to Israel-Palestine to study sacred Jewish texts. This free event is part of the Writing Now Reading Now series, cosponsored by the WSU Department of English, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Watermark Books and Café, and the Ulrich Museum of Art.

Sign number 55: Marin R. Sullivan: History and Impact of Outdoor Sculpture

Join us March 28 at the Ulrich Museum for an art talk by art historian and curator Marin R. Sullivan. A reception is scheduled at 5:30 p.m., with the program following at 6 p.m. Sullivan specializes in the history of sculpture and its relationship to photography, design, and the built environment. She will discuss the history of outdoor sculpture collections on museum and university campuses, in conjunction with the exhibition, "Fully Dimensional: Artists of the Outdoor Sculpture Collection," on display now at the Ulrich. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

That’s all of the Digital Signage Announcements for Saturday, March 16, 2024.