Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Wednesday, April 15, 2026. There are 38 signs for today.
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Looking for classes that check Gen Ed boxes and spark creativity? Fall 2026 General Education courses in dance and theatre give you the chance to explore performance, storytelling, and movement – all while earning credit. From Dance and Theatre Appreciation to handsâon courses like Acting, Improvisation, and Scriptwriting, these classes are designed to be engaging, interactive, and a refreshing break from the ordinary lecture routine. Faculty, staff, parents, and friends – if you know a student searching for a Gen Ed that's a little more creative (and a lot more fun), help spread the word. Registration is open â seats go fast. Register early and grab a spot for Fall 2026. (Link to: https://ssbprod.wichita.edu/StudentRegistrationSsb/ssb/registration). Dance Appreciation (DANC140); Online, 2nd 8 Weeks – 13825; Online – 13824. Theatre Appreciation (THEA143); Online, 2nd 8 Weeks – 13786; Online – 13841. Improvisation for the Actor (THEA241); TR, 1:00-2:50 p.m. – 13794. Acting I (THEA243); MW, 9:00-10:45 a.m. – 13849; MW, 3:00-4:45 p.m. – 13850. Dance History (DANC225); TR, 11:00-12:15 p.m. – 13780. Scriptwriting 1 (THEA516); MW, 9:30-10:45 a.m. – 13822.
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.
Join the First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at Ablah Library's Collaboration Hub for a captivating showcase of research projects. Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics projects from first-year Shockers already putting their research skills to work. This event is open to everyone, and food will be provided, so mark your calendars and don't miss out. Learn more at wichita.edu/fyre.
Led by the community-based recovery organization, The Phoenix-Wichita, these meetings will provide a space for grounding meditation and connection with other students in recovery. The first meeting for Spring 2026 will be Tuesday, Feb. 17. No sign-up is required and anyone seeking a recovery space is welcome to join as needed. Meetings are every Tuesday at 1 to 2 p.m. in RSC 319.
The next event in the Elevate Knowledge and Networking Speaker Series, hosted by the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement, will feature WSU Assistant Vice President of Student Belonging Alicia Newell. Newell will share insights on "Generations in the Workforce," a session focused on unpacking how to communicate and collaborate across generational divides. The event will run from 3 – 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 at Social Tap in Braeburn Square. The program portion of the event will begin at 4 p.m. This event is sponsored by JPMorganChase.
Please join us for the final Spring 2026 event in our mental and behavioral health series Friday, April 24 at 2:00pm in 226 Jabara Hall for "Gender and Disability" with Dr. Jody Fiorini, Professor, Counseling and Interim Director of WISE Clinic, Intervention Services and Leadership Education (ISLE). Sponsored by the Academic Center for Biomedical and Health Humanities and the Kansas Behavioral Health Center of Excellence. Visit Wichita.edu/HealthHum for the Teams link.
From Idea to Publication: Publishing Your Book or Edited Volume is a presentation by University Press of Kansas that will be presented on Wednesday, April 29, from 3-4 pm in Rhatigan Student Center Room 262, the Herrman Room. The event is open to all faculty, staff, and students. The event is sponsored by the Office of Faculty Advancement, Retention, and Excellence and University Libraries.
Please join the Philosophy department for their Distinguished Speaker Series featuring Yujin Nagasawa, the Kingfisher College Chair of the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics at the University of Oklahoma, who will be presenting the talk "The Problem of Evil and the Meaning of Life" on Wednesday, April 29, at 3:30pm in Hubbard Hall 209. Questions can be directed to Scott Hill at scott.hill@wichita.edu.
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.
Responsible AI@ICT is a working group at Wichita State University that brings together researchers from all disciplines to collaborate in intelligently shaping our future in this new era of AI, through translational research that takes special care with respect to how AI is developed and integrated into our world. The next meeting is Wednesday, April 15 at 2 p.m. in 528 Lindquist Hall and on Teams. For more information, or the Teams link email Susan. Castro@wichita.edu or visit Wichita.edu/rAI.
Kick off summer the right way at our End of the Year Block Party on Thursday, April 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the RSC North Patio. Enjoy Just-A-Sip dirty soda and pretzel bites while you hang out with music, games and crafts. Be one of the first 100 students to score a free pair of sunglasses while supplies last. End of the Year Block Party is hosted by Student Engagement and Belonging. For more information about this event or other SE and B programs, please call (316) 978-3022 or email SEB@wichita.edu.
The International Student Union is back with Interfest 2026. Experience a world of flavors and cultures in one place, join ISU at Interfest for food, fun and community. On Tuesday, April 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Now announcing the SAC Spring 2026 Event Pass. If you check in to at least 5 SAC-hosted events with your Shocker ID, you are automatically entered in a raffle for a chance to win 1 of three gift baskets, which may include AirPods, an air fryer, or a mini projector and blanket. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in April to try the Pizza of the Month, the Mediterranean Chicken Pizza. It's topped with red pepper pesto, mozzarella, grilled chicken, olives, tomatoes, banana peppers and feta cheese.
Interested in Advising a Recognized Student Organization? We are looking for motivated Full-Time faculty and Staff. To learn more, email Caitlin Nolen at caitlin.nolen@wichita.edu
Join the School of Performing Arts on Wednesday, April 22-26 at 7:30 p.m. or for the 2:00 p.m. matinee on Saturday, April 25-26th at Welsbacher Black Box Theatre for their production of Time Stands Still. Time Stands Still by Pulitzer Prize-winner Donald Margulies is a riveting, deeply human drama set in a Brooklyn apartment, where photojournalist Sarah and her partner James, a foreign correspondent, attempt to heal and recalibrate after returning from the front lines of war. As they settle back into domestic life, their ideals, ambitions, and love for one another are quietly and powerfully tested. Margulies crafts a nuanced story about bearing witness to a global suffering and the personal cost of stepping away. With sharp dialogue and emotional precision, Time Stands Still invites us to confront the tension between comfort and conscience, intimacy and independence, and what we owe to the world versus what we owe to ourselves. Tickets are $12, $18, $20 for admission or 1 Free Student Ticket with a My WSU ID. You can get your tickets by visiting wichita.universitytickets.com or by calling the Box Office at 316-978-3233.
Join Civic Engagement in volunteering at the Art Park on Saturday, April 25 from 9am-11am. Volunteers will help prepare and organize art lesson materials for future Art Park students. Let us know you're coming by signing up on Volunteer ICT. Please contact CSB.Grad@wichita.edu with questions.
Volunteers are needed on Friday, May 15 and 16 for Wichita State's Spring 2026 Commencement. Multiple shifts available. Learn more and register at wichita. edu/commencement.
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
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.
Interested in Studying Abroad? Come to an Information Session. When: Friday, April 24 at 2 p. m. RSC 266 Pike Room.
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.
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.
Friday, April 17 at 4 p.m. in the RSC room 203 Deadline to apply for program: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026 Tentative dates for program: Friday, Jan. 2-8, 2027 More info: wichita.edu/MexicoCityJanuary2027
Curious how AI is transforming real workplaces beyond crafting polished emails and presentations? Join Troy Tabor and Responsible AI@ICT for an interactive workshop on Saturday, April 25 from 10am – 12:30pm to explore real-world examples and reimagine everyday workflows through hands-on exercises. You will gain practical skills that are quickly becoming essential and leave with a renewed curiosity to make the most of today's AI tools. For the full experience, participants will need an account with both ChatGPT and Claude, and to install the desktop apps for both. The lowest paid subscription for Claude is fine, and free for ChatGPT.
Summer isn't just for downtime – it's a great chance to knock out General Education requirements while exploring interesting topics and keeping momentum going. Our Summer 2026 Gen Ed courses are designed to be engaging, flexible, and studentâfriendly, with options that fit busy summer schedules. Know a student who's looking to stay on track, get ahead, or try something new this summer? Faculty, staff, parents, and friends are encouraged to share the news. Summer classes can be a smart, stressâsaving way for students to earn credits and move closer to their goals. Summer seats fill fast â don't wait. Check out the course offerings and help spread the word. (go to – https://ssbprod.wichita.edu/StudentRegistrationSsb/ssb/registration). Dance Appreciation (DANC140) 31035 – discover dance and explore the art, history, and impact of dance through engaging lectures, discussions, and films. Theatre Appreciation (THEA143) 31036 – unlock theatre and explore the magic of live performance from storytelling to stage design. Watch, discuss, and discover how theatre comes to life.
The College of Engineering invites all to attend its annual Engineering Open House from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 8 in the John Bardo Center. Between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., senior engineering and computing students will present prototype solutions throughout the building. From the end of student presentations until 7 p.m., there will be hors d’oeuvres and refreshments served, as well as an awards ceremony.
Please join the Philosophy department for their Distinguished Speaker Series featuring Yujin Nagasawa, the Kingfisher College Chair of the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics at the University of Oklahoma, who will be presenting the talk "The Problem of Evil and the Meaning of Life" on Wednesday, April 29, at 3:30pm in Hubbard Hall 209. Questions can be directed to Scott Hill at scott.hill@wichita.edu.
Appropriations Briefings are here. Two officers from each Organization must attend to apply for SGA Appropriations. Advisors may attend but do not count toward the requirement. If a session is full, please choose another time. Questions? Contact SGA Treasurer Luke Bumm at SGATreasurer@wichita.edu. Find the link to apply through SGA's Instagram Bio @wichitastatesga.
Graduating Shockers, order your commencement t-shirt today. Your name will be listed on the back with all the other Spring 2026 grads. These are only available by ordering online in advance. Shirts will be available for pickup at commencement. Order at https://thecommencementgroup.com/wichitastateu/.
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
The Japanese Culture Association's Spring 2026 Japan Festival will be held in RSC 233 and 202 on Friday, April 24. The festival begins with a martial arts performance at 12:30, and booths open at 1:00. There will be arts and crafts including ikebana, calligraphy, and ink painting, as well as games, a bazaar, and a scavenger hunt with prizes. We will also have an origami workshop. Traditional Japanese food will also be available. The festival ends at 3:30.
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 â Fresh Starts and Big Ideas; February â Care in Action; March â Rooted and Ready; April â Looking Back, Looking Ahead; May – Reflections (Final Mural Painting Event). Please reach out to CSB.Grad@wichita.edu with any questions.
Want to learn more about patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Join us for IP 101 to learn about intellectual property basics and potential ways to protect your innovations as you transition from idea to product. The USPTO's Regional Director for the Southwest Office, Hope Shimabuku will lead this session. You'll receive an overview of IP types and learn why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP and local resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies. The session is free to attend but RSVP is required.
An Evening with MatPat. Thursday, April 16. Metropolitan Complex. Doors open: 6:15 p.m. Show begins: 7 p.m. Ages 13 and up. Clear bag policy. Cashless Event. The Student Activities Council presents An Evening with Matthew "MatPat" Patrick, founder and host of the YouTube series' GameTheory and GameLab. MatPat will share insights from his career as a content creator, gaming theorist, and entrepreneur followed by a moderated conversation with partners from Shocker Studios. Tickets are $10 for Students, $18 for Staff and Faculty or $25 for General Public.
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.
Follow our astronauts as they launch for a trip around the moon. The soonest possible launch dates include March eighth, March ninth, and Wednesday, March 11.
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Wednesday, April 15, 2026.