Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Sunday, September 22, 2024. There are 43 signs for today.
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!
WSU School of Performing Art's Jo Zakas Musical Theatre Incubator Program is thrilled to present a workshop production of Express, an original new musical by Wichita native Arri Lawton Simon and his writing partner Janine McGuire. The production will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, with performances at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Welsbacher Theatre in the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex at 29th and Oliver, Entrance F. Tickets are $15 for General Admission. WSU students receive one free ticket with their WSU Student ID. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office via phone at 316-978-3233 or online at wichita.universitytickets.com.
Are you tackling a research project or trying to make sense of complex social issues? Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons or online to discover how to easily find and analyze demographic and social data. This workshop is designed to take the stress out of your research. You'll learn how to access reliable data that can help you understand large populations and social trends, making your projects more impactful and manageable. Make your research easier and more effective—learn more at libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar
VolunteerICT is WSU's campus-focused volunteer recruitment and management platform. Login into volunteerICT at Wichita.edu/volunteerICT. You can access the account through your myWSU under Campus Involvement and Civic Engagement. From there you can create you can account and begin volunteering. For questions about using the website, email volunteerICT@wichita.edu.
Join us for an engaging workshop led by Dr. Kiersten Talbot on pelvic floor rehab and injury prevention. Wednesday, September 25th at 6:30 P.M. in the Human Performance Lab, Heskett 213. This event is free for ESSO members, $10 for non members. Whether you're an athlete or looking to enhance your overall wellness, this session offers practical strategies for maintaining pelvic health. Learn from the expert in the Human Performance Lab at Heskett Center and take a proactive approach to injury prevention. Sign up at wichita.edu/septemberessoworkshop
Join the Community Service Board volunteering at League 42 to help tutor and mentor the students in their after-school program. Service opportunities will take place Tuesday, September 17th, Tuesday, October 8th, and Monday, November 4th from 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. No experience is necessary, but volunteers will need to complete an application to volunteer. For questions email CSB@wichita.edu. Sign up at the link, wichita.edu/Tutor42
Join the Shockers Vote coalition for a Q&A with Wichita's Mayor Lily Wu. The event will be held on Wednesday, September 25th from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. in Room 233 of the Rhatigan Student Center. For questions call 316-978-7016 or email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu.
Zeta Beta will host a scavenger hunt to help you find important resources on campus. Find them on the RSC North Side Patio at 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. on September 19th.
Think group is right for you? Speak to your counselor or call 316-978-4792. Groups are located at the Student Wellness Center unless otherwise specified and will start the third week of September. Visit wichita.edu/caps for more information.
Visit us at https://linktr.ee/isuwsu for membership, social media and our group chat.
Join the RSC for Wildlife Wednesday. On Wednesday, September 25th from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. in the RSC East Atrium, have some fun interacting with Tanganyika Wildlife Park’s ambassador animals. A different animal will be featured every 30 minutes.
Join the Community Service Board volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. Dates are September 6th, October 25th, and November 1st, from 10:00 A.M. to Noon.Volunteers will assist with assembling packages to be distributed through the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse’s, Food 4 Kids Program and other initiatives to help fight food insecurity in our communities. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing that they might not mind getting dirty. For questions email CSB@wichita.edu. Sign up at wichita.edu/foodbankfridayfall2024
Graduating Shockers, visit the Shocker Store now through Friday, October 18th to take advantage of their Stole of Appreciation Combo Deal. The Stole of Appreciation is worn by the graduate and then gifted to a special person who made a difference in their life or collegiate journey. For this limited time, you can get the stole and a stole frame for $105.99 in the RSC store and shockerstore.com. It’s the perfect way to honor that influential person in your life.
Watermelon Bust is a competition between all the sororities and fraternities on campus at WSU. Saturday, September 28th at noon to 4:00 P.M. at the WSU throwing fields next to the Charles Koch Arena. $10 per person, $50 per team. All proceeds go Feeding America and the Kansas Food Bank. They battle it out against each other to win our Watermelon Bust trophy and have bragging rights for the year. It's the largest philanthropy event of the year for Lambda Chi Alpha and a perfect representation of how impactful one idea and multiple college students can be for the community surrounding them. Register at wichita.edu/watermelonbust2024
Students, their families, faculty, staff, alumni and the greater Shocker community are all invited to take part in Shocktoberfest, Monday, September 30th through Saturday, October 5th. This years week includes a Shocker Baseball fall scrimmage, entrepreneur market, Braeburn Square patio party, brew garden + fan fest, parade, Shocker Madness and more. Go to wichita.edu/shocktoberfest for more information.
Follow the National Pan-Hellenic Council on Instagram at @wichitastatenphc and sign up for their informational sessions.
Join the Community Service Board volunteering at Wichita Clean Streams on Saturday, September 14th and Saturday, November 9th from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. For more information and to register visit wichita.edu/cleanstreams2024
2024 Michael Tilford Conference on Diversity and Multiculturalism – The Harmony of Uniqueness: Advancing Higher Education through Prioritizing Cultural Innovation and Community Engagement. Join us at Wichita State University on Thursday, October 3rd and October 4th, 2024 for this FREE conference. Learn more at wichita.edu/tilford
Are you a student seeking an exceptional chance to connect with prospective employers in the exciting Engineering and Information Technology industry? Look no further, than the upcoming career fair on Thursday, October 10th, from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on the 3rd floor of the RSC. This event is dedicated to students like you, eager to explore internships, co-op positions, and full-time job opportunities within these dynamic fields. To make the most of this invaluable experience, here are some essential tips: dress professionally to leave a lasting impression, ensure you bring an ample supply of well-crafted resumes to share with potential employers, and prepare a concise and impactful 30-second elevator pitch that highlights your skills and aspirations. For more information and tips for success visit wichita.edu/EngineeringITCareerFairFall2024
Chris Wright — founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Liberty Energy and the fall 2024 entrepreneur-in-residence at the Barton School of Business — will provide a keynote presentation, “Empowering Global Communities: The Transformative Role of Energy in Bettering Human Lives,” as part of the James Schwartz Lecture Series. The keynote event is at 3:30 P.M. Wednesday, September 25th in the Woolsey Hall Auditorium. Doors open at 3:00 P.M. Following the presentation, a book signing and reception will be held in the Woolsey Hall Atirum. All are welcome to attend the event at no additional charge. RSVP at wichita.edu/entrepreneurinresidencekeynote
Join your fellow Shockers for an Alternative Spring Break trip in 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Informational meetings about the Alternative Spring Break trip will be Wednesday, Sept. 18; Friday, Sept. 27; Thursday, Oct. 10; Monday, Oct. 23; and Wednesday, Nov. 6. Meetings are held from noon to 1 p.m. in RSC 245. At the meetings you will receive information about trip including cost, logistics and travel information. If you are unable to attend one of our meetings, we would be happy to meet with you separately do talk more about the trip. Email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu for more questions and information. Student Engagement and Belonging-Your Home Away From Home Web: wichita.edu/SEB. Email SEB@wichita.edu. Phone: 316-978-3022. Follow-up on social media @wichitastateSEB. Location: Rhatigan Student Center-Suite 216
Learn more about us at the Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, October 2nd from 10:00 A.M. to 2 P.M. in the RSC, 1st floor.
Join the Community Service Board volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse Friday, September 6th, Friday, October 25th, and Friday, November 1st from 10:00 A.M. to noon. Volunteers will assist with assembling packages to be distributed through the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse’s, Food 4 Kids Program and other initiatives to help fight food insecurity in our communities. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing that they might not mind getting dirty. For questions email CSB@wichita.edu. To sign up visit wichita.edu/foodbankfridayfall2024
Join the brother of Lambda Chi during our Fall 2024 rush schedule which includes a variety of recruitment and philanthropy events. Interested? Fill out our form at wichita.edu/LambdaChiInterestForm
Upcoming events:
Casino Night September 20th, 7:00 P.M. at Social Tap.
Chapter informational September 23rd, 7:30 P.M. in the RSC 240.
Cornhole September 25th, 6:00 P.M. at the Shocker hall Courtyard.
Watermelon Bust September 28th, Noon at the WSU throwing fields.
Bowling October 3rd, 7:00 P.M. at the Shocker Grill and Lanes.
NSE Info Sessions are being held on the following dates in the following locations. Tuesday, August 27 at 3:00 P.M. in RSC room 257. Monday, September 16 at 11:00 A.M. in RSC room 256. Thursday, October 17 at 1:00 P.M. in RSC room 257. Wednesday, November 20 at 9:30 A.M. in RSC room 256.
ICT Latin food and taco tour on Tuesday, September 24th from 4:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Embark on a flavorful journey through Latin American Cuisine on the Latin Food and Taco Tour. Join Student Engagement and Belonging in visiting some of the best local restaurants, each offering unique tastes of Latin cuisine. Perfect for food lovers or those wanting to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month, this event is a chance to explore Wichita through rich culinary heritage of Latin America. Transportation and food provided upon registration. $10 Student with ID; $20 Staff with ID. To register, visit wichita.edu/latinfoodtacotour
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes to try the new pizza slice combo. For just $7.99, you can enjoy a slice of pizza, a side salad or chips, and a drink. Available Monday through Friday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in September to try their Pizza of the Month, the Cheeseburger Pizza. $18.99 for a 16 inch Large.
Raise your bar with SigEp. Learn more at wichita.edu/sigepinterest
Come down to the Arkansas River and watch the Shocker Rowing team battle it out in the Class Races. Saturday, September 28th at 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. at River Vista Boathouse on 150 N McLean Boulevard, Wichita, Kansas. The Class Races will start off this event with a competition between the Freshmen and Seniors battling it out for victory. Learn to Row with a current rower and have a chance to experience what rowing on the water is like. Learn to Row will start at approximately 3:30 P.M. Rowing lesson tickets, $30 a person, are available for purchase through wichita.edu/shockerrowing.
Looking to connect with a community on campus? Joining Greek life at Wichita State might be the perfect fit for you. Our fraternities and sororities have a 3.17 cumulative GPA, 5,000 community service hours, and $40,000 philanthropy dollars raised. New members are currently being accepted by fraternities and sororities for the Fall 2024 semester. Follow us on instagram @WichitaGreeks. Interested? Find us on ShockerSync.
Don't miss this perfect opportunity to see the newly updated lab, learn about the MSAT program, and meet the faculty and current students. Wednesday, September 25th 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M, Heskett Center Room 134. For more information, visit wichita.edu/msatinfo Contact us at lindsay.luinstra@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3340
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 www.facebook.com/ksbdc.wsu/events or 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.
Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes is now offering single lane reservations for bowling! You can now reserve lanes for your friends or family, up to 5 days in advance. Just $40 per lane per hour. You may have up to 8 people, however we recommend a max of 6 people per lane. Rental shoes are included. Reservations can be made by phone at 316-978-3479 and payment is due at the time of booking.
This Great Plains Model United Nations Conference allows you to take on the role of diplomats from a foreign country in a simulation of UN committee meetings. This conference allows you to hone your skills in research, writing, public speaking, and negotiation. The Conference is on Friday, October 4th, 12:30 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Saturday, October 5th, 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. The Conference will be held in Woolsey Hall, on WSU Campus. Topic One: Countering the threat posed by improvised explosive devices. Topic Two: International cooperation to address and counter the world drug problem. Registration for the conference is open. For more information visit wichita.edu/GreatPlainsModelUN
Join the Shockers Vote coalition for a Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party on Tuesday, October 1st from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. in RSC 233.
Interested in learning or being part of our council? Feel out our google form at wichita.edu/cultural-greek-council and follow our Instagram: wichitacgc.
Come and 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. The United Way GIV program distributes $400,000 to $1 million worth of donated items each year to more than 100 area nonprofits (including agencies not funded by United Way). GIV partners with Good 360 to obtain donated products from national retailers. Volunteers will meet at the GIV Warehouse to sort and organize items so that they may be given to local nonprofits. Service opportunities will be held on Friday, Sept. 20 and Friday, Nov. 8 from 2:30-4:30. Please sign up through Volunteer ICT.
Do you still have questions about voting? Stop by one of the Shockers Vote coalition's tables and find out about voting, check your registration and get registered to vote. Drives will be held on Thursday, September 5th, 12th, 19th, 24th, 26th and Wednesday, October 9th All Voter Registration Drives will be held from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. For questions email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.
Join Shocker Ventures at Wichita's largest Final Friday Party on Friday, September 27th from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at the Wichita Boathouse; 513 S. Wichita. With over 18 food trucks, local vendors, yard games, music and more, there is something for everyone. Transportation will be provided for registered attendees. This event is free to students with a Shocker ID. To register, visit wichita.edu/FoodTrucksAtTheFountain
See the Ulrich Museum's new fall exhibitions and enjoy food, music by Kylie Brown and Josué Estrada, and art-themed fun. This free event takes place in the Ulrich Museum galleries 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, and everyone is welcome.
Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of systematic reviews? Join us on Tuesday, October 1st, from 3:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons or online to take the stress out of understanding and using this powerful research method. In this workshop, you'll learn exactly what systematic reviews are and how they differ from regular literature reviews. We’ll show you how to read and interpret them with confidence, and even guide you through the process of writing your own. By mastering these skills, you’ll make your research more effective and less stressful, giving you an edge in your academic work. Get the clarity you need to tackle your research. Learn more at libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar
Recognized Student Organization RSO Summit 2024 will be held Friday, September 27th. 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. in the RSC Beggs Ballroom. Save the date!
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Sunday, September 22, 2024.