Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Saturday, November 9, 2024. There are 45 signs for today.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
The Shocker Store is headed over to Shocker Hall for a Garage Sale. On Wednesday, November 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. the Shocker Store will be set up in the Shocker Hall multipurpose room with Shocker gear priced 30 to 70% off. Plan to stop by.
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
Dance in the Gallery, Inside the Dream Machine, Friday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the Polk/Wilson Gallery at the Ulrich Museum of Art. This performance features WSU Dance majors and is free and open to everyone.
Ambassadors for Diversity and Inclusion are hosting a career panel regarding minority students on Tuesday, November 12, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Woolsey 141, Fidelity Bank Ballroom. Professionals discuss how culture and heritage affects their work. RSVP via Instagram @wichitastate.adi LinkTree. Refreshments 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!
Join us for an exciting event to uncover your strengths and design your future. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 12th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Wichita State Connect Building, Room 106. In partnership with Shocker Strengths and Shocker Career Accelerator, we offer workshops on Strengths Discovery and Design Your Life. Connect with peers and professionals, enjoy refreshments, and enter a raffle. Don't miss this opportunity to explore your potential.
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.
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.
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!
SAC is honoring all Veterans and active-duty members by hosting a special Veterans Day celebration social for all veterans, CHAMPVA family members, and active-duty. Vets are welcomed sit back and relax and enjoy FREE bowling, billiards, concessions and socializing at the Rhatigan Student Center Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes on November 14th at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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.
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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.
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 Zeta Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in collaboration with CGC and PC sororities, presents Words and Affirmations to address mental health. November 12th, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Woolsey Ballroom. As the semester concludes, we aim to support and encourage students during this challenging period.
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.
If you’re attending the Shocker Volleyball game on Sunday, November 17th, swing by the Shocker Store’s Shocker Volleyball Sidewalk Sale at the Koch Arena store and enjoy 30% off select Shocker volleyball merchandise. Store opens one hour prior to game time.
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.
Sigma Phi Epsilon is hosting a Chili Feed benefiting Zach's Wishes for Miracles. Unlimited chili, dogs, and rolls. At 1740 N Vassar Ave on November 15th 6:00 p.m. to midnight and November 16th noon to 10:00 p.m. For more information contact @sigepwichitastate on Instagram or visit us in the RSC from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Join SAC for Wichita Thunder vs Utah Grizzlies at Intrust Bank Arena on November 20th. $7 student ID verified registration includes transport from WSU Elliot Hall, 5:45 p.m. to the 6:30 p.m. game. Register at wichita.edu/sacthunderbustrip
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
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
HUMAN PERFORMANCE STUDIES Chili Cookoff at Heskett Center Lobby at 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday 5th Friday, December 2024. Bring a non-perishable food item or $2 for a donation to a local food bank. For more information contact stacy.johnson@wichita.edu
The National Institute for Aviation Research is hiring. Paid training for thinkers, doers, movers and Shockers. Jobs open to all majors, all students ages 16 and up, undergraduate or graduate students and U.S. Citizens, qualified foreign nationals. Pay starting out at $12-15/hour. Apply today at wichita.edu/niarappliedlearning
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
Visit us at https://linktr.ee/isuwsu for membership, social media and our group chat.
3MT (THREE MINUTE THESIS). Big Ideas in Just 3 Minutes. Friday, November 15th [[ char LTRL ]] rsc [[ char NORM ]] 2nd floor at 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more info visit wichita.edu/3MT
The Shocker Store appreciates the service and sacrifices of our veterans and active duty military. In honor of Veterans Day, on Monday, November 11th at both our RSC and Braeburn Square locations, veterans and active duty military can take 20% off one regular priced WSU imprinted item with military ID. Some exclusions apply. Thank you for your service.
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.
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
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!
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Saturday, November 9, 2024.