Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Wednesday, September 17, 2025. There are 47 signs for today.
Swing by the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in September to try their Western Burger. It features a toasted sesame seed bun with BBQ sauce, crispy onion rings, beef burger patty, cheddar cheese and bacon. $9.49 for the burger only, or $11.99 as a combo with a drink and chips or fries.
Why should you join? Ethics Bowl is a fun and free way to build your resume. Teams of 3-7 compete against each other in a debate-style format. Teams prepare responses to cases that are based on real events and situations. In their preparation, students develop a greater mastery of ethical ideas as well as critical thinking skills. If you are interested in joining the team, please email Colby Clark a colby [dot] clark [at] wichita [dot] edu.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes every Friday at 2 p.m. for a Pool Tournament. Tournaments will alternate between 8-ball and 9-ball and have a $3 entry fee per week. The winner each week will win a pre-paid pool card and earn points to qualify for the semester championship. For questions, email SSGL@wichita.edu.
Shockers, come to the Mini-Wellness and Social Services Fair to learn about local resources and to enter to win a variety of prizes. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 17th in the Rhatigan Student Center. This event celebrates and promotes health, wellness and social service resources within the campus and community. Learn about the unique service providers the are available to you and gain a better understanding about their role in the community. The event is sponsored by HOPE Services, Student Engagement and Belonging, and Student Health Services.
Join the Community Service Board for a morning of volunteering with our neighbors in the Shocker Neighborhood. Help our neighbors in the Shocker community to keep their neighborhoods clean and beautiful. Volunteers will help clean up trash and debris within the neighborhoods. Our next clean-up will be on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Students may volunteer on volunteerICT here: wichita.edu/NeighborhoodCleanUp. For more information email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.
Virtual Medical Laboratory Science Information Session on Friday, Sept. 26 from noon to 1 p.m.
Come join the Cosplay Club Instagram: Thecosplayclub.wichita Facebook: Thecosplayclub.wichita
The Civil War's final year was more fragile than we've been told, and renowned historian Dr. Scott Ellsworth from the University of Michigan will discuss his gripping new book, "Midnight on the Potomac", uncovering untold stories from the war's most critical moment through the Lincoln assassination. Join us Thursday, September 25, at 6:00 pm in Hubbard Hall, room 211 (doors open at 5:30 pm) for this free public event. Copies will be available for purchase, or you can pre-order at Watermark Books and Café. For more information contact Dr. Robin Henry at robin.henry@wichita.edu
Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the RSC 1st floor. $500 Scholarship Drawing wichita.edu/studyabroad
Visit the Free Professional Photo Booth at Marcus Welcome Center open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Ready. Set. Be Well: Small Benefits and Wellness Expo on Thursday October 30th, Call for Vendors. To become a vendor now, visit wichita.edu/bwexpo25vendors. Visit wichita.edu/benefits&wellnessexpo2025 for more information.
The Engineering and IT Career Fair is Thursday, Sept. 18 at the Rhatigan Student Center on the third floor from 2 to 5 p.m. For more, visit wichita.edu/engineeringfair.
Eligibility Requirements: U.S. Citizen and an Undergraduate student with a documented disability. Services include Academic Support and Individual Tutoring, Specialized Workshops, Private Study Space, Personalized Advising, Department Scholarships and more! Questions or ready to apply? Come in, call or email! wichita.edu/DSS
Careers for the Creative Mixer is Thursday, Oct. 9, 10:30 a.m. to noon on the second floor of the Mcknight Art Center.
The Office of Faculty Advancement Retention and Excellence will host the Faculty Research Collaborative on Thursday, August 28th, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. in RSC 262, the Herrman Room.
Clash of the Colleges is back and will be taking place Friday, Aug. 22 at 7pm at Eck Stadium. Those interested in attending must RSVP by going to www.wichita.edu/clash.
Civic Canvases is a monthly, hands-on mural series where students reflect, create, and contribute to a monthly evolving mural. This activity will be held each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the RSC main floor. Dates and themes are as follows: Thursday, August 21st "Canvas of Community"; Thursday, September 11th "This Is What Moves Us"; Thursday, October 9th "Voices in Action"; and Thursday, November 13th "Moments that Matter". No sign-up necessary just show up and join!
Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. at River Vista Boathouse, 150 N McLean Boulevard. Come down to the Arkansas River on Saturday, Sept. 20 and watch the Shocker Rowing team battle it out in the Class Races. The Class Races will start off this event with a competition between the Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors battling it out for victory. Take your seat with Shocker Rowers during the Learn 2 Row. Have a chance to experience what rowing on the water is like. Learn 2 Row will start at approximately 10 a.m. Cost: FREE with WSU ID or $32.25 per person for Learn 2 Row.
Join the Community Service Board at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. Volunteers will help with sorting and organizing food that will be distributed throughout Kansas through various initiatives offered by the Kansas Food Bank. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Registration may be found here: wichita.edu/foodbankfridays For questions email CSB@wichita.edu.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in September to try the Pizza of the Month, the Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza. It features their classic crust with an alfredo ranch base, topped with mozzarella, grilled chicken and crispy bacon. Available in small ($7.99), medium ($16.99) and large ($20.99).
Student Health Services is still able to offer current WSU faculty and staff the ability to schedule their HealthQuest physical exam and lab work until Monday, Dec. 1. If you do not have a primary care provider and currently have private insurance through your employment with WSU, call to schedule your appointment with Student Health providers at 316-978-4792.
You're encouraged to bring your lunch and stop by to learn about this year's Alternative Spring Break trip to Dallas, Texas. Informational meetings are scheduled for August 21st, 2025, September 17th, 2025, and October 8th, 2025, from Noon to 1:00 pm in the SEB Conference Room 216 If you can't attend in person, you can join the meeting on Teams or reach out to schedule a one-on-one meeting to learn more about the trip. Email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu for more questions and information.
The Shocker State Fair is taking place on Friday, Sept. 26 form 4-8pm at the Rhatigan Student Center. This event is free for all students to attend and the first 100 students will receive a free Shocker State Fair T-Shirt. Inflatables, food trucks, games, music and rides are all featured at this event. Please note that some rides are limited to those who are 18 and older.
Join our Intellectual Property Basics workshop on Thursday, Sept. 18, 12:30 – 1:30 pm at Ablah Library, Digital Scholars Commons (in-person and online). Discover how to safeguard your inventions, designs, creative works, and trade secrets in this informative session. Feel free to bring your own lunch and make it a productive break. This session is free and open to all. Partnering with the Kansas Small Business Development Center Learn more at https://libraries.wichita.edu/er
Stop by to DIY your own Shocker themed best friend. Pick out your bear plush, give it a little stuffing, and top it off with a perfectly petite SAC T-Shirt. This event is exclusive to WSU Students, limit one per student. Available while supplies last. This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For questions about this event call (316) 978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu. For more events like this visit www.wichita.edu/sac
The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is thrilled to announce Maggie Topping as its Fall 2025 Executive-in-Residence. Topping, senior vice president, Human Resources and Communications at Textron Aviation, will bring her extensive expertise to enrich the school’s academic and professional environment. As Executive-in-Residence, Topping will participate in mentoring sessions, deliver guest lectures, and collaborate with Barton School leadership on program and curriculum innovations. She will also lead a keynote fireside chat titled “Driving Innovation Forward: Textron Aviation’s Balanced Approach to AI, Talent, and the Transformation of Work” alongside Luke Pankey, Chief Information Officer at Textron Aviation. The keynote will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 9:30 AM in Boettger Auditorium, Woolsey Hall. RSVP at https://wichita.edu/executive-in-residence-keynote. The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 9:00 AM.
In conjunction with Justin Favela’s exhibition, local artist Karen Cox will present a performance and a creative puppet-making activity. Refreshments will be served at 10 a.m. with the program following at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome at this free event.
Join Student Activities Council at the River Vista Boathouse for a peaceful autumn evening along the Arkansas River. Enjoy the golden hours before sunset with access to kayaks, pedal boats and bicycles. This event is exclusive to WSU students and transportation will be provided to registered attendees. This event is from 5pm-8:30pm on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
WSU students, staff and faculty can attend for free. The workshops are 7 to 8 p.m. in Jabara Hall 128 on the following days: Tuesdays, Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30; Tuesdays, Oct. 7, 21, 28; and Tuesday, Nov. 4. The course will cover different topics each day. Bring your laptop. We do coding together. We use Google’s Colab. Workshop coach: Huabo Lu Proudly served by the School of Computing.
Are you looking for a way to meet others and engage in meaningful conversations with others? Join the Shockers Vote coalition for one of their upcoming Conversation Cafes. Upcoming Cafes will be held on the following dates: Wednesday, Aug. 27-RSC Starbucks Café, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24-Fairmount Coffee, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10-Woolsey Hall, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21- RSC Starbucks Café, 1:00-2:00 p.m. For questions email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016
Mark your calendars and get ready for some chili and chills — because the 21st annual HPS Chili Cookoff is coming your way. Location: Heskett Center. Date: Friday, Oct. 31. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This isn’t just about chili we're gathering donations for the Kansas Food Bank—though we do have the People’s Choice Best Chili Award up for grabs for HPS students and faculty. Everyone is welcome to come dressed to impress for the Costume Contest, bring your creativity to the BYO Decorated Pumpkin Contest, and sample all the chili you desire. It’s going to be a killer fun-filled afternoon. So save the date and let’s make this cookoff unforgettable.
WSU Libraries Special Collections invites you to explore the life of award-winning actress and WSU Alumna Shirley Knight through Hollywood scripts, on-set photos, awards, and personal letters. Located in the Rhatigan Student Center’s Cadman Art Gallery and The Looking Glass, Monday, September 15th through Friday, October 10th
You’ll uncover the unwritten rules of research papers and learn exactly what you need to succeed in our upcoming workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons. There is no cost to attend. Learn skills to plan, organize, and write research papers with confidence—improving your grades now and giving you an edge in your future career. RSVP at https://libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar
Sigma Alpha Epsilon announces their most recent achievements from the previous semester and year. Winning Chapter of the Year, raising over $20,000 for Children's Miracle Network, achieving high academics from the previous semester, earning a 3.39 average organization g p a. The fraternity offers strong friendships and official leadership training. An interest form q r code is attached to the image for those interested in joining the organization.
Experience the Wichita State Symphony Orchestra as they premiere a new work by Dr. Jacy Pedersen and feature Dr. Rubén Balboa on viola. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18 Miller Concert Hall Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Current WSU students get one free ticket with their Shocker ID.
The Office of Student Engagement and Belonging is seeking full-time faculty and staff members interested in serving as advisors for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). Advisors play an important role in supporting student success by providing guidance, mentorship and institutional knowledge. With more than 200 RSOs on campus, there are opportunities to connect with student groups that align with your professional expertise, personal interests or passions. Serving as an advisor is a rewarding way to contribute to the WSU community, foster leadership development and build stronger connections with students outside the classroom or office. Faculty and staff who wish to learn more or be matched with an organization can email Caitlin Nolen at catilin.nolen@wichita.edu. Your support helps ensure that student organizations continue to thrive and provide meaningful involvement opportunities for Shockers.
You’ll learn how to capture and track your writing project resources with Zotero in our upcoming workshop on Tuesday Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm online. There is no cost to attend. You can use Zotero to create citations and reference lists while writing your papers, share resources with your team, and organize your research efficiently. RSVP at https://libraries.wichita.edu/savvyscholar
Join the Community Service Board volunteering with Wichita Clean Streams by volunteering for a morning of clean-up around the areas around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. Volunteers days will be held on the second Saturday of each month on Saturday, Sept. 13, Saturday, Oct. 11 and Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Volunteers will be sent the location of the volunteer meet-up prior to the event. For more information and to sign-up visit our website here: wichita.edu/CleanStreams For more questions email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.
Nuestra Cultura is an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage month at WSU. The event features artists and bands performing live music from Latin countries, Hispanic dishes, and beverages. This event is open for all students at Wichita State University and the community to enjoy and learn more about Latin countries culture. The admission fee is free for WSU students, $5 for non-WSU students, and $10 for staff and community.
Join our "Preparing a Competitive NSF-GRFP Application" workshop on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Rhatigan Student Center, room 261. This is a fellowship for first-year graduate students and undergraduate seniors in STEM. Learn how to craft a winning application for the prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program and secure funding for your graduate studies. We'll cover everything from your research statement to your personal narrative.
The Case of the Missing Grades: an interactive study skills workshop. A Shocker's grades have mysteriously vanished and it's up to you to crack the case. Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Ablah Library.
Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services is presenting DCCCA's one-hour naloxone administration course on Sept. 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. in RSC 203 to the WSU community to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and respond to an overdose crisis using naloxone and other available resources.
Join us for WSU's largest one-day volunteer event on Saturday, September 20th, where Shockers will volunteer throughout the community. Check-in runs from 8:30 am to 8:50 am, followed by a 9:00 am kick-off with breakfast in the Beggs Ballroom (third floor of Rhatigan Student Center). Individuals, groups, organizations, and students are all welcome to participate. Sign up and details at wichita.edu/WusBigEvent2025
The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is proud to announce Michael Horn as the keynote speaker for its Fall 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series. Horn is the author of several influential works, including the national bestseller Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career. This free public event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a networking session. For details and to RSVP, visit wichita.edu/new-career-playbook.
Are you interested in getting involved with voting and civic engagement? Join the Shockers Vote Campus Coalition for monthly meetings to learn more about voting and ways you can get involved. Meetings will be from 2 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12, Friday, Oct. 10 and Friday, Nov. 7. For questions and meeting information email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Wear your suspender shirts on Fridays to support destigmatizing mental healthcare access and preventing suicide. WSU employees and students can get their free shirt by completing the Suspenders4Hope Promoting Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide at Suspenders4Hope.com. Free, online mental health and wellness screenings are available to all at wichita.edu/freescreen. Wear your suspenders and join us in normalizing the practice of prioritizing care for our mental health without guilt or shame.
The Rie Bloomfield Organ Series opens at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 in Wiedemann Hall. Guest artist Dr. Oliver Brett will perform works by Bach, Howells, Mendelssohn and Widor, followed by a conversation with the artist after intermission. Tickets are available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Wednesday, September 17, 2025.