Here are your Wichita State University digital signage announcements for Friday, September 11, 2026. There are 46 signs for today.
Student Health Services, Student Engagement and Belonging and HOPE Services host a Mini-Wellness and Social Services Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Visit the tables for prizes, freebies and resources.
AI searches are expensive. Automatically generating AI search results that you won't use is wasteful. Adding "-ai" to the end of your search query will turn off the AI generated results. Message brought to you by the WSU AI Ethics and Responsible Use team, Responsible AI@ICT.
Register for Wichita State intramural pickleball by Thursday, Sept. 17 at imleagues.com/wichita.
Wichita State Volleyball takes on Kansas in a Yellow Out at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. The first 300 fans receive a Yellow Out T-shirt.
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.
Shocker Financial Wellness is offering a series of Fall 2026 workshops for Wichita State students. The sessions include Budgeting 101 on Wednesday, Sept. 2, Buying vs. Leasing Cars on Wednesday, Sept. 30, Living On or Off Campus on Wednesday, Oct. 21, and Scholarship Tips on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Each workshop runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in RSC 142, and all events are come‑and‑go. Students can also meet with a Peer Financial Coach, who provides free support in budgeting and other areas of personal finance. By attending at least three of the four workshops and completing one Peer Coaching appointment by Friday, May 1, current Wichita State students become eligible for a drawing to win free Spring 2027 tuition, awarded as a non‑renewable, in‑state‑value scholarship.
First-Year Research Experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College. Wichita State University. Applications due Friday, Oct. 16. Hands-on Research, Faculty Mentorship, Peer Mentoring. Learn more and apply: wichita.edu/FYRE.
Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant celebration at Shocker Fiesta, hosted by the Student Activities Council from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24 on the Rhatigan Student Center north patio. Join us for an afternoon of delicious cultural food, interactive activities and lively music. We hope to see you there. For events, membership and accommodations, visit wichita.edu/saclinks. You can also visit wichita.edu/sac, email sac@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3022.
The Athletic Training Open House is 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in Heskett Center, Room 134. Tour the Athletic Training Lab, learn about the Master of Science in Athletic Training program and meet faculty and current students.
The Community Service Board and Student Engagement and Belonging invite you to Wu's Big Event, Wichita State's largest volunteer event, celebrating its 10th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 26. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., starting in Hubbard Hall Room 208, with check-in from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. Join fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Breakfast, lunch, water, shirts and transportation are all provided. To register or learn more, visit wichita.edu/SEB, email SEB@wichita.edu or call (316) 978-3022.
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The Shocker Career Accelerator at Wichita State University invites you to the Engineering and IT Career Fair on Tuesday, September fifteenth, from two to five p.m. on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Meet employers hiring for engineering and information technology roles, and come ready to talk about internships, co-ops, and full-time positions. For details and registration, visit wichita dot e-d-u slash Engineering Fair.
Join the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, or ASME, Collegiate Wind Competition team to gain hands-on project experience. Students from engineering, business, marketing, environmental science, communications, policy and the social sciences are encouraged to join. No experience is required, and team members can earn Engineering+ credit and applied learning experience. Join the team on the Flare app with invitation code 861465, and follow the team on Instagram at @wsuwind.
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.
The School of Performing Arts presents DINNERTIME: A Play in Seven Courses, written by Anna Halza and directed by Jane Gabbert. The play won the 2026 Bela Kiralyfalvi National Student Playwriting Competition. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 through 19 at Welsbacher Theatre. General admission is $17, and students receive one free ticket with a WSU ID. Tickets are available at wichita.universitytickets.com or from the box office at 316-978-3233.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in September to try the Pizza of the Month, the Margherita Pizza. It's topped with basil pesto sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella slices. It is available in three sizes: a 7-inch small for $8.99, a 12-inch medium for $18.99 and a 16-inch large for $22.99.
The Bangladesh Student Association invites you to Prothom Prohor, their first event of the fall 2026 semester. It marks the start of a new journey, continuing the tradition of welcoming new students into the community and celebrating the unity and prosperity of Bengali Shockers. Join them Saturday, Aug. 29, at 6 p.m. in Woolsey Hall, Room 141. Everyone is encouraged to wear traditional dress.
The Wichita State University College of Education hosts virtual information sessions about the Teacher Apprentice Program on the second Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. via Zoom. Each session covers Teacher Apprentice Program pathways, program requirements, scholarship opportunities and next steps. The pathways are elementary education and early childhood unified, middle level mathematics, and middle level science. Upcoming fall sessions are Tuesday, Oct. 13, Tuesday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday, Dec. 8. You only need to attend one session, so register for the date that works best for you. Register at wichita.edu/tapinfo.
The Shocker Career Accelerator's JCPenney Suit-Up Event is 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4 at JCPenney at Towne East Square, 7700 E. Kellogg Dr. Receive up to 45% off select career wear, shoes and accessories. Learn more at wichita.edu/JCP.
The WSU Police Department is the Campus Lost and Found. They take reports of missing items and keep found items for 30 days. If you have lost something call 316-978-3450 they may have already found it. Tag it Don't Lose It. Be sure to label your supplies-notebooks, binders, calculators with at minimum your WSU ID, your name and phone number would be better. They also suggest setting your lost screen message on computers, tablets or phones to your contact information or to someone who they can get ahold of to get your items back to you. The sooner you report the better chance you have getting your item back-they only keep found items for 30 days. Any questions. Call WSU Police at 316-978-3450.
University Police can help with all sorts of things including: a ride to the nearest gas station to get fuel, instructions on how to change a tire, jumpstarts for dead batteries, walking alone at night and need a safety escort? They do that and more. Save 316-978-3450 in your Phone under WSU Police. This is available for all students, staff/faculty or visitors.
Wichita State Athletics hosts its garage sale from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at the Aetna Multi-Purpose Facility.
Join the Community Service Board volunteering to serve dinner at the Lord's Diner. The Lord's Diner provides a free meal seven days a week, 365 days a year to anyone who needs it. Volunteer tasks may include; dishwashing, serving food, clean-up and registration and greeting guests. For more questions and to register visit up on volunteerICT: https://wichita.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=966774. Still have questions? Email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.
Visit the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in September to try the Philly Cheese Steak Quesadilla. It's a grilled tortilla loaded with Philly steak, sauteed yellow onion, and green and red peppers with cheddar jack cheese. The quesadilla alone is $9.89, or $12.89 for a combo with chips or fries and a drink.
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 Wichita State University Study Abroad Fair is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Get free swag and prizes, explore program options, learn about scholarships and meet former study abroad students. There will be a $500 scholarship drawing. Learn more at wichita.edu/studyabroad, at Wichita State Study Abroad on Facebook or at shockersabroad on Instagram.
Wichita State's Alternative Breaks program, through Student Engagement and Belonging, is heading to Denver, Colorado, for a week of volunteering over spring break. To learn more, attend one of three information meetings, all from 12 to 1 p.m. in the SEB conference room: Wednesday, Sept. 2; Thursday, Sept. 17; and Wednesday, Sept. 30. The registration deadline is Saturday, Oct. 31. Join fellow Shockers to serve, explore and connect. For details, visit wichita.edu/SEB, email SEB@wichita.edu or call (316) 978-3022.
Friday, Aug. 14 — Saturday, Sept. 12. Visit wichita.edu/Welcomefest for full list of events. Welcomefest takes place the first four weeks of the fall and spring semesters and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include NXT LVL Garage Party, Clash of the Colleges, 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. Welcomefest is coordinated by Student Engagement and Belonging. Questions? Call (316) 978-3022 or email seb@wichita.edu. For more events like this, visit wichita.edu/seb.
The field of medical laboratory science combines detective work, science, and a passion for helping the community all in one career. From finding the cause of an infection to analyzing blood samples and determining blood types, it is the perfect profession for those who want to work in healthcare but don't want direct patient contact. Come join us on Friday, Sept. 25 from 12 to 1 pm for an information session to learn about the medical laboratory science program at Wichita State University, the application process, and meet the faculty and some of the current students. It will be hosted online through teams. To register, visit our website at www.wichita.edu/mlsinfosession.
Ready to hit the sand, Shockers? Register for Intramural Sand Volleyball by Thursday, Aug. 20 and compete with friends. Sign up at imleagues.com/wichita.
Beta Theta Pi is offering a scholarship for non-Greek male students at WSU with no obligation to join the fraternity. It's open to male students who are committed to intellectual growth, leadership, integrity, and service. Apply today. Applications are due on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
AI can help with tasks, but it isn't a friend. Chatbots are not a substitute for real friends and support is available when you need it. Visit wichita.edu/ProjectConnect, wichita.edu/StudentSuccess, or Wichita.edu/rAI to start connecting. Message brought to you by the WSU AI Ethics and Responsible Use team, Responsible AI@ICT.
Christian Challenge is holding its annual back-to-school event, The Launch, on Thursday, Aug. 20 at 7 PM on the throwing fields south of Koch Arena. The event will include outdoors games, free ice cream, music, a giveaway, and an opportunity to connect with other students. This event is open to all students.
Download the RAVE Guardian Safety App in your app store. It is free for all Shockers. It gives you Campus alerts, Safety timers for walks across campus alone, shares your location when you choose to do so, allows you quick access to WSU police by text or call.
Join Shocker Financial Wellness for the Buying vs. Leasing Cars workshop from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 in Rhatigan Student Center, Room 142. It is a come-and-go event. Win free spring tuition: current Wichita State students who attend three out of four workshops and complete one peer coaching appointment by Tuesday, Dec. 1 are entered into a drawing for a Spring 2027 tuition scholarship, which is non-renewable and limited to in-state tuition value. To meet with a peer financial coach, visit calendly.com/shockerfinancial.
Not sure what your professor's AI standards are in each class? Ask. Standards differ from class to class. Check the syllabus or just ask your professor. Message brought to you by the WSU AI Ethics and Responsible Use team, Responsible AI@ICT.
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.
Honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at Wichita State University's first campus-wide Day of Service and Remembrance on Friday, Sept. 11. Kickoff is 8 a.m. in the Rhatigan Student Center atrium. On-campus service opportunities include the Fairmount Park cleanup, a Touch a Truck event, dental hygiene kit assembly, creating fleece blankets as an all-day event, the Shocker Support Locker and a Simply Hygiene packing party. Off-campus opportunities include the 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony, the Urban League of Kansas, the United Way GIV Warehouse and the 9/11 Day Relay. Register at wichita.edu/dayofservice. The day is presented by Student Engagement and Belonging with 9/11 Day, AmeriCorps and TRIO Veteran Student Support Services. For more information, visit wichita.edu/SEB, email SEB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3022, or stop by Student Engagement and Belonging in Rhatigan Student Center, Suite 216.
The Ulrich Museum of Art hosts the Empty Bowls Wichita community Build-A-Bowl and Paint-A-Bowl from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 in Henrion Hall. Registration is required and is limited to 50 participants. Register at wichita.edu/emptybowls.
Ready to make the most of the Careers for the Creative Mixer? Stop by the Shocker Career Accelerator's Career Fair Prep Pop-Up to build confidence, practice networking and prepare for meaningful conversations with professionals from creative industries. The pop-up is 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 in the Shocker Studios lobby. It is perfect for students who want to practice introducing themselves to employers and industry professionals, refine their elevator pitch and talking points, learn how to approach and engage in networking conversations, get answers to their questions about the Careers for the Creative Mixer and gain tips for making a strong first impression. This is a drop-in event. Stop by anytime for individualized guidance from the Career Ready Team. Register in Shocker Central at wichita.12twenty.com, where you can also find event details and reminders.
The RAVE app offers the opportunity to always have someone to walk with, virtually day or night with the Safety Timer. You add WSU police, friends or family as your guardians. Set the timer when you are going from one place to another. When you get there you turn it off. If you don't the app sends a notification to those you selected and they know to check on you. When would you use this? Walking to your car at night, meeting someone new from social media, going somewhere unfamiliar, walking back to the dorm after a late class or event? It does not track you 24/7. Location is only one when you choose. Turn on location services for the most accurate help if you do happen to need it. Add University Police as a guardian for an extra layer of security on campus. Questions? Call 316-978-3450.
Blue light emergency phones are all over campus in case of emergency. Hitting the button is a direct line to University Police. Can't talk-no worries, an officer is automatically dispatched to your location. Our officers have less than 3 minute response time.
Ready to make the most of the Careers for the Creative Mixer? Stop by the Shocker Career Accelerator's Career Fair Prep Pop-Up on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Lindquist Hall lobby. Build confidence, practice networking and prepare for meaningful conversations with professionals from creative industries. It's perfect for students who want to practice introducing themselves to employers and industry professionals, refine their elevator pitch and talking points, learn how to approach and engage in networking conversations, get answers to their questions about the Careers for the Creative Mixer, and gain tips for making a strong first impression. This is a drop-in event, so stop by anytime for individualized guidance from the Career Ready Team. Register in Shocker Central at wichita.12twenty.com.
Join the Community Service Board volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. Volunteers will assist with assembling packages to be distributed. through the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse's, Food 4 Kids Program and other initiatives to help fight food insecurity in our communities. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing that they might not mind getting dirty. For more information and to sign-up visit our website here: https://wichita.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=966730. For questions, call 316-978-7016.
Wichita State University students and employees are invited to a tour & orientation of Ablah Library. Two sessions are offered: Friday, Sept. 4, at 12:30 p.m., and Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 3:30 p.m. Registration can be found on at libraries.wichita.edu under the Upcoming Events tab.
Phi Fairways, a women's heart health golf tournament, is 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 at Sierra Hills Golf Course. Sign up through the link in the Instagram bio at @wichitaalphaphi.
That's all of the digital signage announcements for Friday, September 11, 2026.