Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Tuesday, February 4, 2025. There are 35 signs for today.
The SHPEtinas student chapter at Wichita State University is selling forever roses for Valentine's Day. You may pre-order flowers now at wichita.edu/SHPEtinas or visit their shop on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 11 am to 2 pm.
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.
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!
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 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.
William E. Simon and Mark G. Wentling exemplify the merits and advantages of a liberal arts and sciences education and will be inducted into the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame at 2 p.m, Tuesday, Feb. 4 in Wiedemann Hall. Induction into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame is the highest recognition of outstanding alumni who have had a significant impact on the region, nation and world. The event is open to the public.
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.
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.
This springs Road Trip takes us to Kansas City to explore the rich history and heritage of Black Americans while visiting two iconic sites that preserve and celebrate the impact of Black pioneers in music and sports, the American Jazz Museum and Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Registration for this trip includes museum tickets, transportation, lunch at Arthur Bryant’s BBQ, and time on your own at the Crowne Plaza in downtown KC. This event is exclusive to WSU Students and a deposit of $10 is required to reserve your spot on the trip. The fee will be refunded to those who attend. The Road Trip is part of our Black History Month series and takes place Saturday, Feb. 15 and will depart from WSU at 7:30 a.m. and return to campus around 10 p.m. This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council with support from Student Engagement and Belonging and Housing and Residence Life. Questions about the event can be sent to sac@wichita.edu
The Leadership and Ethics in Education Summit is part of the Corbin Connect Speaker Series event presented by Credit Union of America. Keynote speaker Jill Koyama from Arizona State University will be speaking on Principled Praxis in Wichita: Applying Principled Innovation to the Education Network, followed by breakout sessions. This event will be on Friday, Feb. 14, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. This is a free event open to WSU students, faculty, staff and area educators. Please RSVP by Wednesday, Feb. 5.
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.
Feeling lucky this Valentine’s Day? Shockers After Dark: Casino Night is the perfect chance to roll the dice and test your fate. Join us on Friday, Feb. 14 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM on the First Floor of the RSC for an unforgettable night of casino-themed fun. Best part? It’s totally free. Take a seat at the Blackjack tables, show off your skills in Texas Hold’em, or spin the wheel for a shot at some great prizes. If cards aren’t your thing, take a turn at Karaoke, try your luck with Bingo, or join the excitement at the Red Dog game. There will also be craft stations for creating your own Valentine’s Day keepsakes and a Photo Booth to capture all the memories. Play the games, collect, and earn tickets to win pig prizes throughout the night. Plus, take home a free beanie and t-shirt while supplies last and enjoy a fry and nacho bar. It's a Valentine’s celebration like no other – come for the games, stay for the fun, and leave with amazing prizes. Don’t miss your chance to hit the jackpot.
Join SAC with the De-Stress fest movie night. A Nightmare on Elm Street 1984). Wednesday, December 4th in The CAC Theater at 7PM.
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.
Sign up for the Wichita State Engineering 5K on Saturday, February 22nd, starting at 9:00 a.m. The 5K will start and conclude at the John Bardo Center at WSU. The course has been certified by USA Track and Field, and the event is open to WSU students, faculty, staff and community members. Registration includes a free 5K-themed shirt, and the proceeds will benefit the College of Engineering Need-Based Scholarship Fund to help students with financial need. Visit wichita.edu/WichitaStateEngineering5K to register for the event or to donate to the cause.
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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.
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.
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.
Gear up for the big football showdown. Grab some fan freebies from the RSC to help you support the home team in the big game. Swing by starting at 11 a.m. next Tuesday, Feb. 4 in the RSC East Atrium.
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
Graduate students who plan to complete all degree requirements this semester must file an application for degree and pay the $25 filing fee. This needs to be done no later than Monday, Feb. 17. Submit your application for degree even if you have a plan of study pending to be approved or have not submitted a plan of study. To submit your application for degree, log into the myWSU portal and click on the myClasses tab. On the right hand side, you will find a section called “Graduation Links,” with the appropriate links to proceed. The $25 fee must be paid using a credit or debit card. For questions, email the Graduate School at wsugradschool@wichita.edu.
Join the Community Service Board serving dinner at the Lord’s Diner on February 12th, 2025 and March 12th, 2025 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 on Shocker Sync at wichita.edu/lordsdiner2025
Need a little pick me up? Come join SAC for I Heart SAC week, by making sugar scrubs on the first floor of the RSC on Tuesday, Feb. 18 from 11am until supplies run out.
Help Student Health Improve Quality of Care. Complete the Student Health Needs Assessment Survey and enter to win prizes. Complete this brief and anonymous survey at wichita.edu/student-health-survey and you can enter a drawing to win one of the following: Beats earbuds, Nice Luggage, Air Fryer, Keurig Coffee Make, or an Owala Tumbler. Help WSU Student Health Services improve the quality of our care by taking this brief survey. Your opinion matters. The survey will be available to all WSU students. Check your WSU email for the link to the survey.
Join us for the Meet the SGA Agencies, from 11 am – 1pm on Tuesday, Feb. 11 in RSC 233 to learn more about SGA agencies, their programs, and their purpose. This is the perfect opportunity to discover ways to get involved, build relationships, and explore membership opportunities. The Luncheon and Learn is sponsored by Student Engagement and Belonging. For more information on SE&B experiences, visit wichita.edu/SEB.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in February to try the Pizza of the Month- the Spinach Artichoke Dip Pizza. It’s topped with spinach, artichokes, creamy Parmesan sauce and mozzarella cheese. Available in 7" Personal for $7.99, 12" Small for $15.99 and 16" Large for $18.99.
We are hiring. TRIO Student Support Services is hiring tutors for accounting, economics, biology, chemistry, and physics. Also hiring student office assistants. Learn more about TRIO SSS at wichita.edu/sss. Contact us by phone at 316-978-3715 or email at trio.sss@wichita.edu.
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
Struggling to keep up with deadlines? Want to stay ahead this semester? Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 11 AM – 1 PM on the 2nd floor of the Shocker Success Center for a fun and productive Syllabus Party. What’s in it for you? FREE College Planner Giveaways. Stay on top of assignments and deadlines. One-on-One Coaching to help you create a study plan. Trivia at noon. Win awesome prizes for showing off your knowledge. PRIZE DRAWINGS. Just for showing up, you have a chance to win. Beat procrastination and start the semester strong. Don't miss this chance to get organized, win prizes, and set yourself up for success. See you there.
Join SAC for our 4th Annual Fairmount Formal Dance on Friday, Feb. 21 from 7-10PM on the third floor of Beggs Ballroom of the RSC. Capture memories at the photobooth, enjoy delicious refreshments, and dance the night the way at our Enchanted Forest theme. For ticket registration all WSU students receive two free tickets, staff are $5, and any outside guests are $8. All tickets can be purchased at wichita.edu/fairmount-formal.
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.
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
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
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.
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Tuesday, February 4, 2025.