Transcript for Saturday, January 31, 2026

Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Saturday, January 31, 2026. There are 32 signs for today.

Build Your Financial Confidence This Spring With Shocker Financial Wellness

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).

Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker New Hours

The Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker is now open with new hours. The locker is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It provides support resources for students, and the sign shows that it is officially open with updated operating times.

Volunteer with Community Service Board at Wichita Clean Streams.

Join Wichita Clean Stream’s, Wichita RiverWalk Cleanup Crew and the Community Service Board for a morning of cleaning up the area around the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River. Gloves, trash bags and materials will be provided. Volunteers will meet at a location determined before the event. Volunteers will be given exact location of event via email before the event.

Library Research Award Informational Session for Students

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.

Participate in Civic Canvases: a monthly mural series.

Participate in a hands-on art series. We invite students to reflect on their experiences, express ideas through creativity, and contribute to a collective mural that changes each month. Monthly themes are as follows: January – Fresh Starts and Big Ideas; February – Care in Action; March – Rooted and Ready; April – Looking Back, Looking Ahead; May – Reflections (Final Mural Painting Event). Please reach out to CSB.Grad@wichita.edu with any questions.

Register today for WSU”s Largest One Day Volunteer Event.

Join us for WSU’s largest one day volunteer event.  Join your fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout our community.  Individuals, groups, organizations, students, staff and faculty are all invited to attend. Check-in for Wu's Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. The kick-off will begin in the Beggs Ballroom, located on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center at 9 a.m. with a lite breakfast, and kick-off celebration. Participants will then load the buses and be at a service site by 10 a.m. Volunteers will work until 12 p.m. and return to the Beggs Ballroom for lunch and closing festivities. The event will end by 1:30 p.m. Transportation to and from Service Sites is provided. Light Breakfast, lunch, water, and t-shirt also provided. For questions email: CSB@Wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.

Staff and Faculty Substance Use and Mental Wellness Training

Join us for our Suspenders4Hope Substance Use and Wellness Training from 11am to 1pm on Tuesday, Feb. 3, in RSC 203. This training aims to help faculty and staff develop tools to reflect on how they engage with substances, stigma related to substance use disorder, and how to best support students and members of their community. Participants will receive a free Suspenders4Hope T-shirt on completion of the training. If you are interested in attending, staff/faculty may register on myTraining.

Pinball Now Offered in the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes

Everything old is new again. The Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes has partnered with Flipside Pinball, placing modern-day pinball machines to provide the perfect break in your day. Players can create an account to have their achievements recorded and work to earn a position on our leaderboard. The current lineup includes Mustang, Iron Maiden, Thunderball and Venom. The games operate on cash only, priced at $0.75 for one game or three games for $2.00.

Join the Community Service Board serving dinner at the Lord’s Diner.

Join the Community Service Board serving dinner at the Lord’s Diner. 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. For more information and to register, please visit us on VolunteerICT.

Teacher Education Mock Interviews

Refine your interview skills with practice sessions tailored for K-12 educator candidates. Gain valuable feedback from 20 experienced school administrators with ESSDACK/ Greenbush and prepare for your future in education.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Nu Chapter Informational Meeting

Interested in learning more about Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. come out to our Informational to learn more information, hear from current members, and how you can become a member.

Celebrate Your Love for SAC at I <3 SAC

To sweeten up your week, come and join SAC in the Shocker Hall dining hall on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 10 am to 2 pm. Snag some free SAC swag, treats, and participate in some fun activities. We'll see you there.

Wichita Tri Delta Continuous Open Bidding

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

2026 Important Deadlines

OneStop Student Services would like to share these upcoming deadlines. Monday, Jan. 26 is the last day to add classes online. Monday, Feb. 2 is the last day for a full tuition refund. Monday, Feb. 2 is the last day to set up a payment plan before receiving a $100 late fee. Friday, April 3 is the last day to withdraw from classes with a "W" For questions, set an appointment with your advisor or visit us at wichita.edu/services/onestop/

Don’t Delay, Apply for the FAFSA Today.​

Don't delay, apply for the FAFSA today. The new application is streamlined, with an improved user experience, and expanded eligibility for federal student aid. Visit wichita.edu/fafsa for details and to apply.

Student Tickets Available Now for Men’s Basketball vs DePaul on Saturday, Dec. 13

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.

Try the Buffalo Chicken Pizza in January

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in January to try the Pizza of the Month, the Buffalo Chicken Pizza. It’s topped with ranch dressing, grilled chicken tossed in Buffalo sauce, mozzarella cheese, blue cheese and then drizzled with Buffalo sauce.

RSVP for Building Bridges workshop series: Spanish language, culture and creating welcoming spaces in an Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution

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

Celebrate Love Data Week with Wichita State University Libraries, Feb. 9-13.

Love Data Week is an annual celebration of data, taking place every year during the week of Valentine’s day. Organized by ICPSR, the theme this year is “Where's the Data?” — a way to get people thinking about data’s journey from collection through storage and preservation. Wichita State University Libraries invite students, faculty and staff to attend, online or in-person at Ablah Library. Join us as we live-stream interactive webinars from the presenting institutions and make binary code bracelets. Love Data Week 2026 will take place Monday, Feb. 9 through Friday, Feb. 13. See the University Library Events schedule for detailed webinar descriptions and zoom links.

Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker Winter Coat Drive

It's getting colder out there. This winter the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker is hosting a Winter Coat Drive. From Tuesday, Jan. 20 to Friday, Feb. 6 donate winter coats, jackets, sweaters, gloves and scarves to help Shockers stay warm this winter season. Drop your donations off in bins located around campus – drop off locations include: Student Government Association Office, RSC 219 Shocker Hall Lobby Shocker Success Center For questions please visit Student Government Association Office RSC 219 or email us at sga.locker@wichita.edu

Discover the Secrets of Ablah Library

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 Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

Open to the public and WSU community. Free hearing evaluations for faculty and staff. Visit wichita.edu/slhclinic for more information.

Kurzweil 3000

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

Kurzweil 3000 Open Training

Kurzweil 3000 Open Training For all WSU Students to Use Powerful reading, writing, and studying tools. Text-to-speech, Writing Support, Interactive Notes, Study Tools, Markup Tools, Browser Extension Training open for all students Where: Assistive Tech Lab Shocker Success Center 106 When: Monday, Feb. 2, 8 a.m. to noon and Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. Desktops available to use, bring your laptop if available. Questions? OSAT@wichita.edu or 316.978.3309

Submit your events for Welcomefest 2026

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.

Connect and network with Wichita area professionals at Student Government Associations Professional Development Soft Skills Workshop.

Build the skills employers are looking for at our SGA Professional Development Soft Skills Workshop. This workshop is open to students looking to grow personally and professionally. Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 5:30–8:30 p.m. in Woolsey 144 to strengthen your communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities while gaining tools to support your future career success. Connect with professionals from around the Wichita area as they share their expertise and provide opportunities to network and build meaningful connections. Free food provided. Open to students looking to grow personally and professionally.

Welcomefest: Spring 2026

Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of the spring semester and features dozens of activities to help you kick off the new year. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include the Involvement Fair, Winter Welcome and more. To explore all the opportunities that await you, visit wichita.edu/welcomefest.

Join the Community Service Board for Senior Saturdays.

Join the Community Service Board for Senior Saturdays. Senior Saturdays provides an opportunity for Shockers to interact with local seniors and at Larksfield Senior Living Community. Volunteers may assist with various tasks including yard work, playing games, reading together or just spend time chatting with seniors. No experience is necessary.

Casino Night at the Rhatigan

Shockers After Dark Casino Night edition to be held at the Rhatigan Student Center from 8-10 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13. Event includes Casino Games, Tatcho Bar, Bowling, Photo booth, Karaoke, Billiards, and BINGO.

Careers for a Cause Employer Mixer

Connect with employers excited to hire Wichita State students for internships and career opportunities in roles that create social and community impact. This event is ideal for students majoring or interested in social sciences and humanities, such as Psychology, Communication, Creative Writing, History, Linguistics, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Journalism, Public Administration, Anthropology, and more.

Take a study break at Mortar Board’s holiday party

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.

Digital Methodologies for Print Culture and Archives – Workgroup

The workgroup Digital Methodologies for Print Culture and Archives will conduct first meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 2pm-3pm at RSC – room Shocker 70 202 on the second floor. Description of the workgroup purpose and vision: This workgroup explores participatory digital archives as an evolving landscape of research infrastructure situated between digital humanities and digital cultural heritage. We focus on how changing conditions, technologies, and scales of participation are shaping the ways archival material is collected, structured, shared, and interpreted. The group is particularly attentive to preservation practices of printed matter produced in regions and contexts shaped by linguistic diversity and fragmented archival practices, where print production is inherently decentralized. The group explores heritage infrastructures in digital humanities as cultural, political, and methodological systems. The group aims to share methodologies, identify needs, and explore collaborative possibilities across disciplines. Together, participants will have the opportunity to examine existing platforms and practices and begin shaping a collaborative research direction that connects print culture, archival work, and digital methodologies.

That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Saturday, January 31, 2026.