Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Saturday, January 10, 2026. There are 38 signs for today.
ENGL 332: This class is for anyone who has ever stayed up way too late reading “just one more chapter.” Dive into YA stories across all types of genres. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of the fall and spring semesters and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Winter Welcome, the Involvement Fair and much more. Hosted by various student groups and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted with each other, learn their way around campus and find ways to connect with the community. Submit your events to be featured as part of the Welcomefest schedule. The deadline to register your event is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Visit wichita.edu/Welcomefest for more information.
Wichita Tri-Delta is looking for new members. If you value truth, friendship, and self-sacrifice, go ahead and fill out the interest form: wichita.edu/tridelta
All WSU faculty and staff are invited to attend the Corbin Connect Building Bridges workshop series: Spanish language, culture and creating welcoming spaces in an Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. Dates: Friday, Feb. 6: Session one Friday, Feb. 13: Session two Friday, Feb. 20: Session three Friday, Feb. 27: Session four Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Location: 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room. RSVP by Monday, Jan. 26 at https://wichita.edu/buildingbridgesrsvp
(PHYS 195) Black holes, quasars, distant stars: There's a whole lot of drama happening in the skies above us, and this class attempts to make sense of it. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
Shocker Financial Wellness is hosting a series of free, come‑and‑go workshops designed to help you strengthen your money management skills and plan for your future. Each session takes place from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM in RSC 142 and focuses on practical, real‑life financial topics. Learn how to eat well on a budget, understand credit and loans, get started with investing, and navigate major financial decisions through The Game of Life. Current Wichita State students who attend 3 out of 4 Shocker Financial Wellness workshops and complete one Peer Coaching appointment by Friday, May 1 will be entered into a drawing for a Fall 2026 tuition scholarship (non-renewable and in-state value only).
Philosophy 325: Formal Logic (CRN 21051) takes a deep dive into systems of formal logic, including sentential and predicate logics. Special emphasis is put on using these systems in the analysis of arguments. Formal logic shows us how to bring rigor to our reasoning, unveils the formal structure behind algorithms and programming languages in computer science, and reveals universal semantic and syntactical features behind natural languages. This course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00am – 12:15pm in Fiske Hall 209 and is taught by Dr. Angela Sager. Philosophy 125: Introductory Logic is a prerequisite for this course. For more information, please contact Dr. Sager at angela.sager@wichita.edu
(HPS 102C) Need a class to ROUND out your semester schedule? Put a PIN in this one. (Do you see what we did there?) This class meets at the RSC, and it’s a great way to get in some light exercise between your more intense classes. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
Philosophy 352: Contemporary Chinese Philosophy (CRN 21057) explores the evolution of Chinese thought from the late 19th century to today; examines key philosophical movements during China's cultural transformation, including the Republican Revolution, Maoist ideology, and post-Mao reforms. Discover how modern Chinese thinkers reinterpret ancient traditions while engaging with Western ideas to shape their visions of a harmonious society. This course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30pm – 1:45pm in Fiske Hall 209 during the Spring 2026 semester and is taught by Dr. Xiufen Lu. For more information, please contact Dr. Lu at xiufen.lu@wichita.edu
(PHIL 410) This class tackles the big questions behind modern medicine: What counts as a disease? Who decides? And how do we balance data, judgment and the human experience? How will AI change health care? Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Students are encouraged to attend Mortar Board’s Holiday Party on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 6–8 p.m. in RSC 264. Free pizza, snacks, and hot cocoa will be provided.
(HNRS 365) To AI or not to AI. That is one of the questions you'll be pontificating in this class. Learn about AI, VR and AR as well as the challenges and solutions they create. P.S. You do not need to be an honors student to take a class in the Cohen Honors College. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Library Research Award Informational Session for Students 11:30am-12:00pm on Thursday, Feb. 12 The Library Research Award recognizes students who have effectively utilized University Libraries' resources for their research or creative projects during the past academic year (summer through spring semesters). There are two $1,000 prizes, one for undergraduate students and one for graduate students awarded annually at the conclusion of the Spring semester. No need to have a completed project before you apply. Come to this informational session to help you plan how you should proceed with assignments and research projects this semester. Learn more about this financial award on the web guide. Workshop held as a hybrid session, virtual and in-person in room 225 Seminar Room, Ablah Library. Registration, found in the library website's events calendar, is required for the virtual link and optional for in-person attendance. Those who register will get a reminder 48 hours before the event. This event is included in the Welcomefest calendar.
(HS 290) The foot bone is connected to the heel bone. The heel bone is connected to the …? Learn the answer to this and so much more about the amazing human body in this anatomically awesome class. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
(HNRS 365) To AI or not to AI. That is one of the questions you’ll be pontificating in this class. Learn about AI, VR and AR as well as the challenges and solutions they create. You do not need to be an honors student to take a class in the Cohen Honors College. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Kurzweil 3000 Powerful reading, writing, and studying tools. For all WSU students to use. Text-to-speech. Browser extension. Study Tools. Writing support. Interactive Notes. Markup Tools. Simple Login Process. Visit kurzweil3000.com and click "Sign in with Microsoft." Use your WSU login credentials to get started. Questions? Email OSAT@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3309
(FYPF 102B) Consider this your chance to defy gravity academically. Dive into power, identity and perspective through the lens of Wicked. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
You don’t have to be a music major to make music at Wichita State University. Students from across campus are invited to sing, play and perform in School of Music ensembles that welcome participants from every academic discipline. Whether music has been part of your life for years or something you are ready to return to, there is a place for you here. Non-music majors can participate in concert bands, athletic bands, choirs, jazz bands, opera theater and the Symphony Orchestra. All ensembles offer 0-credit options, allowing students to participate without increasing their tuition or academic load. Making music can help manage stress, build community and keep creativity central to your college experience. No matter your major, you belong in music at Wichita State. Explore ensemble options at wichita.edu/ensembles.
(POLS 361) Peek behind the political curtains in this course, which explores the strategies, psychology and cultural and political pressures that drive high-level negotiations. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
(CI 270) Think you’ve got what it takes to mold young minds? Find out in a class that explores how schools operate, expectations for teachers and working in schools. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
(MART 103) Lights, camera and YOU. Learn about cameras, lighting, audio and post-production from a working digital producer as you build the skills to tell stories that stick. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
(ENGL 325) This class is for anyone who has ever stayed up way too late reading “just one more chapter.” Dive into YA stories across all types of genres. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
(MUSC 346) Ragtime, bebop, swing, fusion. This class has more range than a sax solo. Explore every era of jazz with a drummer who knows the rhythm from the inside out. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
(ENTR 310) Think you have what it takes to be a pioneer in the world of business? This class explores the entrepreneurial mentality and philosophy toward risk-taking, innovation and creativity. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
(BADM 100) Let's get down to business with this overview of business innovation, how markets operate, entrepreneurial activities and socially responsible business decisions. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
(HNRS 153B) The sun, the stars, the galaxies, and beyond. All that crammed into one class gives you a real (big) bang for your buck. P.S. You do not need to be an honors student to take a class in the Cohen Honors College. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Library Tour and Orientation 3:30-4:30PM on Tuesday, Feb. 3 Explore the library’s secrets in a tour of Ablah Library. Meet by the Circulation Desk for a tour of: 24-Hour Study Room and other study areas, Tech Hub, Other services, collections, and spaces throughout Ablah Library. After the tour, in room 217, we will: Explore the library website, Locate online articles and books through SmartSearch, A-Z Databases page and interlibrary loan, and Identify your personal librarian. RSVP is available in the library events calendar. While not required, it will provide you with an email reminder the day before the event. This event is part of Welcomefest and Savvy Scholar Workshops.
Wichita State Men's Basketball hosts DePaul in a HUGE non-conference Saturday morning showdown at Charles Koch Arena on Saturday, Dec. 13. Tip off is at 11am. Bring a new stuffed animal to throw onto the court at halftime during our annual Teddy Bear Toss. Donations benefit local youth in the Shocker Neighborhood. Claim your ticket now for no cost at GoShockers.com/StudentTickets.
Wichita State is offering a Hip Hop class in Spring 2026 focused on health, wellness, and self-expression. This high-energy course, listed as DANC 130V, meets Mondays and Wednesdays from eleven to twelve-thirty. It’s designed for college students who want to stay active, reduce stress, and express themselves through music and movement. No dance experience is needed — just bring your energy and creativity. The class also helps build confidence, improve fitness, and connect with others in a fun, supportive environment.
Visit wichita.edu/enroll
The Wichita State University Linux Users Group is hosting a daily record sale from 3 to 6 p.m., Mondays through Saturdays until Saturday Dec. 20. Come and see us in Beggs hall on the second floor. Records are selling for a little as $1.
Shop the Koch Arena Shocker Store during men’s basketball games and receive a free basketball with $100 purchase. While supplies last. Merchandise subtotal must be $100 or greater. Go Shockers.
(ARTH 125C) Power. Propaganda. Political intrigue. Discover how art and architecture shaped politics, religion and society. Visit wichita.edu/enroll.
Applications are now open for Mortar Board, the national college honor society. They’re looking for rising juniors and seniors who have at least a three-point-three GPA, who show strong leadership and academic excellence, and who are committed to community service. If that sounds like you, you can scan the QR code or visit their Instagram account @mortarboard_wsu to apply. Applications close on January 18.
(MART 104) If you’ve ever stood up from your game console and yelled “I could design a better game than this.” here’s your chance to prove it. Build stories, mechanics and player experiences from the ground up. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
Philosophy 331 is a general education Humanities course. It examines the development of Greek philosophy in its major phases, including an exploration of the Milesian and Eleatic traditions, Pythagoras, the Atomists, the Pluralists, the Sophists, Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. Course topics include knowledge, goodness, love, justice, reality, and virtue This course is interesting in its own right, and it provides crucial background to help you understand much of the Western intellectual tradition. Philosophy 331 meets during the Spring 2026 semester on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30am – 10:45am and is taught by Dr. Pat Bondy. For more information, please email Dr. Bondy at patrick.bondy@wichita.edu
Philosophy 225: Ways of Being in the World provides an introduction to worldviews and philosophical thought of Indigenous people of North America (also known as Turtle Island). Emphasis is on understanding "a different way of viewing and being in the world" by reading, listening to, viewing and discussing selected works of Native American/First Nations/ American Indians, Metis, and Inuit authors and speakers. Works are related to areas of philosophy such as the nature of philosophy, philosophy of religion, metaphysics, epistemology and ethics. This course meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00pm – 3:15pm during the Spring 2026 and is taught by Dr. Susan Sterrett with special guest instructor Kelly Berry. For more information, please contact Dr. Sterrett at susan.sterrett@wichita.edu
(PSY 727A) From robot pets to hospital helpers, this class digs into what happens when machines learn to play nice with humans. No robot uprising required. Visit wichita.edu/enroll
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Saturday, January 10, 2026.