Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Wednesday, April 29, 2026. There are 19 signs for today.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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/.
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.
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.
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.
That’s all of the digital signage announcements for Wednesday, April 29, 2026.