Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Thursday, January 23, 2025. There are 31 signs for today.
Join SAC with the De-Stress fest movie night. A Nightmare on Elm Street 1984). Wednesday, December 4th in The CAC Theater at 7PM.
Visit the Shocker Store Tuesday, Jan. 21-Saturday, Feb. 1 for a Back-to-School Sale. You can grab select hoodies for $23 each and select crew sweatshirts for $20 each. Sale is valid in both the RSC and Braeburn Square stores.
On Thursday, Jan. 23 from noon to 1pm, Wichita SWE is hosting a virtual lunch and learn. "Retaining Women in Engineering", co-written by Bob Stavig and his daughter Alyssa Stavig MD, approaches the problem of women leaving engineering from a systems-level perspective. This book uses principles of Lean Development and draws from the learnings of the field of medicine to discuss concrete methods to change the way engineering is done and learning occurs. Please RSVP by finding us on our Facebook page at “Society of Women Engineers Wichita Section”
Join the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at Social Tap at Braeburn Square for an afternoon of knowledge and networking at the Elevate Speaker Series. Host Troy Tabor, director of innovation intelligence at WSU's College of Innovation and Design, will be joined by a panel of professionals as they discuss the future of AI and what it means for your career.
Join us for a series of valuable financial workshops this spring semester! All sessions run from 11:30 AM to 1:45 PM and are designed to help you build essential financial skills. Start with "Eating on a Budget" on February 4th in RSC 142, followed by "Love & Money" on February 13th at the RSC Table. Learn about "Credit Cards" on March 4th in RSC 142, and get help with "Filing Taxes" on March 25th at the RSC Table. In April, don't miss "Adulting 101" on April 8th in the Woolsey Hall Fidelity Ballroom, and wrap up with "Game of Life" on April 22nd in RSC 142.
Attend four out of the six workshops for a chance to win free in-state fall tuition! You could win a full tuition scholarship (non-renewable) just by participating. Workshops are come-and-go, takes 20-30 minutes.
Join Shockers Vote for Hot Topics and Potatoes Deliberate Dialogue Lunch. Hot Potato Bar and Apple Cider. Free to sign up on Shocker Sync. Saturday, January 27th, 2024. RSC 142, 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.
Shocker Financial Wellness is hosting a workshop on the topic of "Eating on a Budget". This come-and-go event will run from 11:30 A.M. to 1:45 P.M. on Tuesday, February 4th in room 142 of the Rhatigan Student Center. Students who attend 4/6 workshops this semester and fill out the entry/exit surveys are entered in a raffle for a full in-state fall tuition scholarship. Snacks will be provided. Visit wichita.edu/shockerfinancial for more information.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in January to try the Pizza of the Month- the Chicken Pesto Pizza. It’s topped with basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, grilled chicken and tomatoes.
When the Shocker score 70 or more points, you SAVE at the Shocker Store with their new Score and Save promo. If the men’s basketball team scores 70 or more points during a home game, take 20% off your purchase the next day at the Braeburn Square store. If game is on a Saturday, sale will be valid on the Monday. Some exclusions apply. Go Shockers.
The Clayton Staples Gallery's first exhibition of the spring semester, "This Is Captured Paper," will be on view from Thursday, February 1st, 2024 to Friday, March 15, 2024. Located in 205 McKnight Art Center, "This Is Captured Paper" is a collection of artworks by Jason Reblando, Assistant Professor of Photography in the Wonsook Kim School of Art at Illinois State University. The Clayton Staples Gallery is open to the public 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Join Wichita Clean Stream's RiverWalk Cleanup Crew on Saturday March 8th and Saturday April 12th, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM to clean the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River areas. Gloves and supplies provided. Location details will be emailed to volunteers. Wear closed toe shoes and pants. Masks and social distancing required. For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3022. Register at wichita.edu/cleanstreams2025
Become a Passage 2 Success mentor. Passage 2 Success (P2S) is a week-long retreat for first-year students joining Wichita State, eager to be a part of Shocker Nation. During this week, students and mentors will indulge in fun activities while learning about campus with the guidance of a current student leader—what you are applying for. After a mandatory 3-day training, you will be prepared to offer your advice and support to a group of students, who are on a similar career path as you. This is a paid mentor position, meaning you will earn money for your work. If you are interested, don’t hesitate to apply. For further questions, reach out to caitlin.nolen@wichita.edu.
Explore the library's secrets on Friday, Feb. 7 at 12pm and Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 3pm. Explore library spaces like the 24-Hour Study Area, VR Zone, Tech Hub, and collaborative work areas. Learn to navigate the library homepage for online resources and more.
Donate new or used helmets for young players. A partnership between College of Applied Studies Ambassadors and League 42. Drop off donations at Hubbard Hall 113 or Heskett Center Lobby through March 1st, 2024. Contact Olivia Butler at olivia.butler@wichita.edu for details.
Shocker Financial Wellness is hosting a workshop on the topic of "Love and Money". The tabling event will run from 11:30AM to 1:45PM on Thursday, Feb. 13 in the Rhatigan Student Center. This workshop is come and go and takes about 30 minutes.
Students who attend 4/6 Shocker Financial Wellness workshops this semester and fill out the entry/exit surveys are entered in a raffle for a full in-state fall tuition scholarship. Visit wichita.edu/shockerfinancial for more information.
Join us for our first study abroad session of the semester on Friday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. in the RSC 261 Olive Room.
Join us at the United Way GIV Warehouse on Thursday, March 7 and April 11, 2024 from 2:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. The GIV Program receives company donations and distributes them free to local nonprofits, giving $400,000 to $1 million in items annually through partnerships with Good 360 and national retailers. Volunteers will help sort and organize donations. Register at wichita.edu/givwarehouse2025
Submit your free application for federal student aid or FAFSA. New streamlined application process, user experience and expanded eligibility for federal student aid. Learn more at wichita.edu/FAFSA.
Now accepting applications for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS). Some of the free services we offer include: tutoring, academic advising, mentorship, scholarships, textbook checkout, technology lab with free printing, workshops and more. You are eligible for our program if you are a first-generation student, limited-income, or have a documented disability. Visit wichita.edu/TrioSSSApplication to apply online and find out more about our program. Contact us in the Shocker Success Center in suite 307, or by email at trio.sss@wichita.edu, or call us at 316-978-3715. Apply today as spots are limited.
Deadline to Apply: Saturday, Feb. 15 Many options available to pay regular WSU tuition fees and scholarships are available. Contact us at studyabroad@wichita.edu Website: www.wichita.edu/studyabroad
Join Wu's Big Event, WSU's largest one-day volunteer opportunity! Open to all students, staff, faculty, and community members. Check-in is from 8:30 A.M. to 8:50 A.M. at Beggs Ballroom, RSC 3rd floor. Kick-off with breakfast at 9 A.M., volunteering 10 A.M. to 12 P.M., followed by lunch and closing celebration until 1:30 P.M. Transportation, meals, water, and t-shirt provided.
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
Wichita State University is hosting a moderated discussion with Ben Stein — renowned economist, lawyer, actor and author — as the 2025 guest for the Craig W. Barton Speaker Series event at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 11 in Miller Concert Hall. Reserve your free seat and learn more at wichita.edu/bartonseries.
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Wichita chapter is hosting a Virtual Lunch and Learn with Bob Stavig on January 28 from Noon to 1:00 PM. The session, titled "Retaining Women in Engineering," will discuss insights from Bob and Alyssa Stavig MD's book, which examines the issue of women leaving engineering through a systems approach. Their work combines Lean Development principles and medical field perspectives to offer practical solutions for transforming both engineering practices and education. RSVP at wichita.edu/SWERetainingWomen
As part of the College of Fine Arts Connoisseur Series, Wichita State University’s School of Art, Design, and Creative Industries is pleased to host an artist talk with acclaimed photographer Jason Reblando on Thursday, January 30th, at 4:00 pm. in McKnight Art Center, Room 210. Following the talk, a reception will be held from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm, offering attendees the chance to meet and engage with the artist. This event is free and open to the public.
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
The Spring 2025 Involvement Fair will be held in the RSC on the first and second floors on Thursday, January 30th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Come connect with fellow shockers, explore upcoming events and discover exciting student programs.
Come to the Fairmount College Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Rhatigan Student Center. Connect with employers looking to hire Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences students. This fair includes fields like communication, history, political science, psychology, and more.
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Join the women’s basketball team for their Play4Kay game on Saturday, Jan. 25 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 Kay Yow Fund. Shirts are available at the Koch Arena store and shockerstore.com. Go Shockers.
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. Jan. 24, free pool. Jan. 31, $3 Cosmic Bowling with free shoes. Feb. 7, $3 9-ball pool tournament (win 1 month of free pool). Feb. 14, Karaoke. Feb. 21, Bingo. Feb. 28, Free Dart Tournament. Start your weekend with us!
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Thursday, January 23, 2025.