Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Thursday, October 31, 2024. There are 49 signs for today.
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.
Interfest Fall 24 will have international cuisine and music at the RSC North Patio on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join TRIO Student Support Services. Limited spots open for the 2024-2025 year so apply now. We offer completely free support to our students through tutoring, advising, scholarships, textbook checkout, workshops, and more. You are eligible if you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident AND you're first-generation, income-eligible, and/or have a documented disability. Go to wichita.edu/sss to apply online. Mention this ad to receive a free 40 oz. Stanley-like tumbler or a smart watch when you're accepted to the program.
The Community Engagement Institute invites you to the Rising to the Challenge Fall 2024 Virtual Workshop Series. Join for free via Zoom. All five workshops are 60-minute sessions and are open to everyone. Learn more and register at wichita.edu/RTTCFALL2024
Bring dog or cat goods or cleaning products to the beauties and beasts table inside the Koch Arena South Entrance for a chance to win a $30 gift card to the Shockers Store. Event is during the Sunday, November 3rd Volleyball game and Saturday, November 9th Women’s basketball game.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes every Friday for a Friday Escape. Each Friday from noon to 2 p.m. enjoy a fun activity to start your weekend. Activities will vary each week.
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!
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
Wichita State Connect will be having their Open House event on Thursday, October 24th from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 pm. The event will be located at the Wichita State Connect Building next to the Wichita State Police Department and Parking Services Building. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be provided. To RSVP visit wichita.edu/connectopenhouse2024. For more information contact contact us at 3169785061 or email at wichitastateconnect@wichita.edu.
A brand-new event brought to you by Kappa Kappa Gamma and Sigma Phi Epsilon. Throughout the week, you will find our members at different events that we would love to see you at. All for a cookout at the end of the week to raise money for Mental Health America of South Central Kansas, the National Alliance of Mental Illness, and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation. Events: Tuesday 11/5 – Give Back Night at Social Tap in Braeburn Square (7-11 pm) Wednesday 11/6 – Mental Health America Coloring Event (RSC rm 142, 6-8 pm) Thursday 11/7 – Wellness Yoga (Steve Clark YMCA, 7:30 pm) Friday 11/8 – Mental Health Speaker (Beggs Ballroom, 6:30 pm) Saturday 11/9 – Cookout (Sigma Phi Epsilon, 11 – 2pm)
Students, would you like to represent your home country during commencement? The RSC Shocker Store now carries various stoles in store from different countries and can order stoles from over 100 more countries/territories. To see which countries have stoles currently available in store, visit the lower level of the RSC store. To see the selection of countries the Shocker Store can order stoles for, visit the wichita.edu/wsuintstoles. The store will place orders at the listed deadlines, with approximate delivery dates listed as well. For more information or to order a stole, email shockerstore@wichita.edu
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.
Light of Christ presents Ecumenical Praise and Worship Night Under the Stars on Friday, December 6, 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the WSU Grace Memorial Chapel. Enjoy a night of ecumenical prayer and worship with the Christian community of Wichita.
Visit this Shocker Financial Wellness workshop on the topic of Scholarship Tips anytime between 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20th in the Rhatigan Student Center, room 142. For more information, visit us in Jardine Hall 203 or at wichita.edu/financialaid. Follow us on Instagram @wichitastatefinaid.
Don't Let a Lack of Benefits Hold Back Your Entrepreneurial Dreams. Join us at the Benefits Fair for Small Businesses to discover essential health and financial benefits tailored for entrepreneurs. Connect with local experts and plan providers specializing in small businesses and startups. Explore opportunities in health insurance, retirement plans, and more. The event is free and takes place on Thursday, October 24th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the WSU Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Hosted by the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Wichita State University. Register at wichita.edu/ksbdc/benefitsfair2024
Attend Lockheed Martin's informational session on Monday, November 4th, 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Fidelity Bank Ballroom, Woolsey Hall. Explore career opportunities, cutting-edge projects, and our focus on innovation and teamwork. Network with professionals and learn how to shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our programs for students and early career professionals offer collaboration with industry-leading experts. Seize this opportunity to jumpstart your career in technology and innovation with a top company in the field. Register today at wichita.edu/lockheedmartininformational
Stretch and breathe through gentle yoga poses. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. Come to the lobby when you arrive. There is a $10 suggested payment to the instructor via Venmo or CashApp at class. Cash will be accepted, but cards will not. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Visit us at https://linktr.ee/isuwsu for membership, social media and our group chat.
Join the Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO) for their 3rd annual baile. Glow all out on Friday, November 15th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at RSC Beggs Ballroom. Take a spin on a 360 photo booth, enjoy free food, play games, and listen to tunes featured by DJ Metiche. The theme for 2024 is glow in the dark. Students, faculty, and staff must provide a WSU ID for free entry. You don't want to miss HALO's biggest event of the year.
Come explore your study abroad options by attending our last information session of the semester. Friday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. in RSC 256 Edmiston Room
Graduating Shockers, order your commencement t-shirt today. Your name will be listed on the back with all the other Fall 2024 grads. Shirts will be available for pickup at commencement. These are only available by ordering online at www.thecommencementgroup.com/wichitastateu/. Shirts will be available for pickup at commencement.
Join the Shockers Vote coalition for Vote Early Day. October 29th at 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Starbucks lounge in the RSC atrium. We will be making plans to vote early, playing trivia and even a little bingo. Prizes and food will be available as supplies last. For questions email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu.
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 Wichita State Wind Ensemble for a captivating concert on Tuesday, November 5th, at 7:30 p.m. in Miller Concert Hall. The program features works by Eiji Suzuki, Lee Gannon, James David, and John Mackey, exploring diverse themes through live music. For an evening of inspiring performances, get tickets at wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice
Who is eligible? College students with disabilities (any permanent diagnosis) like ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and others. What is it? Advisors, free individual tutoring, textbook lending library, study skills workshops, scholarship opportunities, writing and math specialists. Where is it? Shocker Success Center Room 223, our phone number is (316) 978-5949, or email us at trio.dss@wichita.edu For more information, please visit wichita.edu/dss
This event is on Wednesday, November 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Wichita State Connect. This is a free event open to area educators and WSU faculty, staff and students. The panel will be are education administrators and staff who work in support of student achievement. The goal of this evening is to provide information and insight for educators at all levels working with Hispanic students with a focus on what is important to ensure a successful transition between high school and college. Presented by Credit Union of America. RSVP at wichita.edu/corbinconnectpathwaysrsvp
The Clayton Staples Gallery's second exhibition of the fall semester, "Illustrated Nature," will be on view from Wednesday, October 16th to Friday, November 22nd. Located in McKnight Art Center room 205, "Illustrated Nature" is a collection of artworks by Joanne Price, printmaker and owner of Starpointe Studio. Joanne Price will be presenting an artist talk in conjunction with the exhibition on Thursday, October 24th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Mcknight Art Center room 210, with a reception to immediately follow until 6:00 p.m. The Clayton Staples Gallery is open to the public 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Join the Community Service Board serving dinner at the Lord’s Diner on Wednesday, October 9th and Saturday, November 16th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 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/lordsdiner2024
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.
Trouble with your finances? Invest in your future with us. For more information visit us at Jardine Hall, Room 203 or at our website at wichita.edu/shockerfinancial
Showing from Monday, Oct. 28 to Saturday, Nov. 2, a scary pop-up exhibition in the Dr. Sam and Jacqui Kouri Collection Study Center by Registrar and Collections Manager, Taryn Trapani, featuring spooky works from the Ulrich permanent collection — and free candy.
Shockers, join us for the Chili Cookoff on December 5th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Heskett Center Lobby. Bring a non-perishable food item or $2 for the food bank. Vote for the best chili and enter student raffles. HPS students: sign up in Room 107 HC by December 4th. Come for chili, fun, and prizes!
Summer 2025. Travel Seminar Study Abroad. Scholarships up to $3,500 each. Exclusively for Paraguay Honors Service Learning Travel Seminar, London Travel Seminar, and Social Work Travel Seminar. Application deadline: Sunday, Nov. 10. Visit wichita.edu/studyabroadscholarships or wichita.edu/studyabroadShortTerm or email studyabroad@wichita.edu
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.
Join Wichita Clean Stream’s, Wichita RiverWalk Cleanup Crew on Saturday, October 12th and Saturday, November 9th from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will meet for a morning of cleaning up the area around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. Volunteers will meet at a location determined before the event and be given exact location via email before the event. Gloves and materials will be provided. Please wear closed toe shoes and pants. During this event all volunteers will be expected to wear a mask and abide by social distancing guidelines set forth by the University and Wichita Clean Streams. Volunteers will be emailed prior to the event for the meeting location. For more information and to sign up visit wichita.edu/cleanstreams2024 for more information
Raise your bar with SigEp. Learn more at wichita.edu/sigepinterest
Thursday, Nov. 7 through Saturday, Nov. 9 @ 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 10 @ 2:00 p.m. Wilner Auditorium Ticket Prices: $20/$18/$12 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.universitytickets.com. An ASL interpreter will be available for the performance on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Do you need a ride to your polling location on Election Day? The Shockers Vote coalition has you covered and wants to celebrate with you along the way. Stop by the RSC between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. to get a ride to our polling location at the Atwater Community Center. While you are there stop by the Shockers Vote table for games, food and raffles throughout the day. For questions about the party to the Polls reach out to the Shockers Vote coalition at CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3022.
Join the Shocker Career Accelerator for the Exercise Science Career Fair on Monday, November 4th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Marcus Welcome Center. Wichita State students can chat with and learn more about employers from the Wichita area and across Kansas who hire Exercise Science students. Employers will also share any full-time, part-time, and/or internship opportunities they have available. Learn more and register at wichita.edu/ESCF.
TRIO Disability Support Services (DSS) invites you to PAWS and Relax with therapy dogs on Halloween. Visit us on Thursday, October 31st from 10 AM to 12 PM in the Multicultural Greek Council Quad. If you have any questions, please email Caitlin Bruner at caitlin.bruner@wichita.edu.
Join us for the "Stroll to the Polls" event at Wichita State University, organized by the National Pan-Hellenic Council. This unique and exciting event is scheduled for Friday, October 25th, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. By mobilizing the campus community and providing transportation to the polling site, we aim to eliminate logistical barriers and facilitate a more effortless voting experience for our students. It's important to note that this event is non-partisan and seeks to highlight the significance of political engagement and civic duty, irrespective of party affiliation. Let's stroll to the polls together and make a difference.
Curious about intellectual property and tech transfer? Join us on Thursday, November 7th, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Ablah Library, Digital Scholars Commons, in-person only, where Rob Gerlach, Director of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer at Wichita State University, will guide you through the key concepts. Whether you're a student innovator, creator, or just interested in protecting your ideas, this workshop is for you. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while you learn, this event is free and open to all.
Want to represent the Shockers while you’re working on your golf game? The Shocker Store has a Shocker golf bag available for $279.99 by special order. Orders placed may take 2-3 weeks to arrive. Visit shockerstore.com to place an order or ask a store associate for details.
MUSC 162: The Cultural Study of Music, a course offered in Spring 2025. Course meets in-person from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Learn about various global music styles and issues facing modern musicians while completing General Education requirements. Fine Arts course; Diversity Designation; Zero-Cost textbook. Questions? Contact trevor.nelson@wichita.edu.
The Rie Bloomfield Organ Series is presenting it's second Distinguished Guest Organist in its 2024-2025 season on Tuesday, November 12th at 7:30 p.m. Don't miss the Conversation with the Artist following the intermission in which Professor Lynne Davis interviews Dr. O'Donnell about his many experiences. Tickets may be purchased through the Fine Arts Box Office. https://wichita.edu/fineartstickets
Join the Department of Political Science and Shockers Vote Coalition in a non-partisan watching of the 2024 General Election on Tuesday, November 5 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the Bluestem Lounge RSC 1st Floor. There will be light food and drinks provided.
Join us for the Wichita State Maker Market on November 12th through 13th, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 1st floor RSC. Explore handmade treasures from WSU community and local artisans, including pottery, woodwork, knitwear, sweets, cards, and jewelry. Find unique gifts or treats for yourself at this annual celebration of creativity. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Support local talent, we look forward to seeing you!
Visit this Shocker Financial Wellness table anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 4th at Woolsey Hall, or on Thursday, December 5th at the Rhatigan Student Center Starbucks. For more information, visit us in Jardine Hall 203 or at wichita.edu/financialaid. Follow us on Instagram @wichitastatefinaid.
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
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Thursday, October 31, 2024.