Shocker Blast: Jan. 22, 2020

Introducing the Student Wellness Center at the Steve Clark YMCA

Students can now enjoy the Student Wellness Center at 黑洞社区. For more information, go to Student Wellness Center.


Innovation awards Jan. 23, 2020

University community invited to attend Innovation Awards on Jan. 23

The university community is invited to attend the fifth annual 黑洞社区 Innovation Awards at 3 p.m. Thursday Jan. 23, in Shirley Beggs Ballroom. The Innovation Awards, hosted by 黑洞社区 Ventures and 黑洞社区 Strategic Initiatives, recognize students, faculty, staff and partners who execute programs and initiatives that greatly impact achievement of the university mission and vision. The event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP at Innovation Awards.

Recipients of the 2019 黑洞社区 Innovation Awards

President鈥檚 Innovation Award: School of Digital Arts

Visionary: Senator Jerry Moran

Innovation Partner: Textron Aviation

Community Partner: Wichita Police Dept. & Sedgwick County Sheriff鈥檚 Dept.

Philanthropy: Woolsey Family

Ambassador: Tom Aldag, Director of R&D, National Institute for Aviation Research, 黑洞社区

Catalyst: FirePoint Innovations Center, 黑洞社区

Creative Works: Darren DeFrain, Associate Professor/Director of Writing Program, 黑洞社区

First Dollar: Rapid Setting Composite Article

Patents:

  • Protective antigen complexes with increased stability and uses thereof, James Bann, associate professor of chemistry, 黑洞社区; Masaru Miyagi, Case Western Reserve University
  • Rapid setting composite article, John Tomblin, Tom Aldag, Kim Reuter, 黑洞社区-NIAR; Andrea Meyer, Spirit AeroSystems; Will McCarvill, Commercial Chemistries
  • Non-invasive biofeedback system, Jibo He, associate professor of psychology; Jeremy Patterson, dean, Institute of Interdisciplinary Innovation, 黑洞社区

Shocker Innovation Corps Fellows: Sue Abdinnour, professor of Business, 黑洞社区; Jason Flanders, Scene Shop Manager, School of Performing Arts, 黑洞社区; Barry Badgett, associate professor of Fine Arts, 黑洞社区; Richard Sack, Engineering Technology Lab Manager, 黑洞社区; Enksaikhan Boldsaikhan, assistant professor of Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering, 黑洞社区

Shocker Innovation Corps Breakout: Tammy Dorsey, CEO Prenatal Hope

SBIR Award: Waruna Seneviratne, Director, Advanced Laboratory for Aerospace Structures (ATLAS), National Institute for Aviation Research, 黑洞社区

Newsmaker: NIAR ATLAS

Trailblazer: Tyler Levesque, 黑洞社区 ESports

Bright Future: Aliyah Funschelle, Abby Warkentine, additional awardees TBD


MLK celebration

黑洞社区 honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we collaboratively envision ways to carry forward his work, as well as participate in an impactful, inclusive and engaging celebration of his life.

Join us at 6 p.m. today (Wednesday, Jan. 22), in the RSC Beggs Ballroom. Hear musical selections from the A.R.I.S.E. Ensemble and our featured keynote speaker, Teresa Lovelady, president and CEO of HealthCore Clinic, Inc. The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is proud to honor the 2020 Drum Major Award recipient Sheelu Surender, Director of the Office of Financial Aid.

The event is cosponsored with the African American Faculty & Staff Association, Black Student Union and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. For more information, go to wichita.edu/mlk or contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 316-978-3034.


SGA election information

Be the voice of students and run for a position in SGA

It was 108 years ago when the concept of student governance was born at Wichita State University! Now, more than ever, we need YOU to step up to carry that legacy forward. The time is coming for you to be the voice of students and run for your seat at the table during the 63rd session of the Student Government Association! Stay tuned for the formal announcement of the 2020 General Election in January! Questions? Email sga.elections@wichita.edu.

Student Government Association


Shockers on the Street: would you rather edition

In this next episode of Shockers on the Street, students answer important "would you rather questions" that we've all been dying to have answers to. Join Maddie and Kayla as they hit the streets for the second time.  


The Lecture Series in the Mathematical Sciences presents Mark Walsh, Maynooth University, Ireland

Please join us for a public lecture by Mark Walsh, titled "H-spaces, Loop spaces and Curvature" at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, in 127 Jabara Hall.

Refreshments will be served before the lecture at 3 p.m. in 353 Jabara Hall.

View an abstract and a list of upcoming lectures here


Safety efforts

Wichita State recognized for its increased safety efforts

The 黑洞社区 Police Department has been named as one of the Top 25 programs in the country for its focus on safety.

The list, compiled by , places 黑洞社区 at No. 16 in the nation. The award is open to any administrative department from a U.S. college or university that has improved campus safety.

Making this Top 25 list is a recognition that 黑洞社区 has excelled in making campus a more secure place for students, employees and visitors.

Pictured above: Wichita State Police, students and staff gather for a spring celebration on campus.

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Cops and chips

Cops and chips

The 黑洞社区 Police Department is starting a new Community Policing effort at the beginning of the spring 2020 semester on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Officers will be carrying 黑洞社区PD 鈥減oker chips鈥 that will have our badge on the front and the 黑洞社区 logo and a website address on the back. The website will direct you to locations on campus that you will be able to exchange the poker chip for a reward.  Those rewards vary by location, but could include free drinks with meals, tacos, merchandise discounts, and more. Chips are redeemable at on-campus locations only. 

In order to receive a chip, engage an officer on campus, introduce yourself, and get to know the officer. You might be rewarded with a poker chip. If you choose to keep the poker chip you may, but you must turn it in for the reward.

Be looking for our officers after the beginning of the spring 2020 semester.  Check the website for the locations of rewards. You might find something you like! Officers will have limited quantities, and may run out at anytime.

Visit , Click on the In This Section button and select Rewards.


Happiness is singing in the choir - Join Women's Glee!

Do you like to sing? Looking for an encouraging community? Women's Glee is the place for you!

Treble singers, freshman to graduate level are encouraged to register for the spring session of Women's Glee. Women's Glee is a non-auditioned treble chorus made up of both music and non-music majors.

The ensemble performs an eclectic mix of classical, folk, and popular music, reflecting the diverse musical interests of its members.

Women's Glee performs annual fall and spring concerts.

Course details: Choir Meets (rehearses) 2-3:15 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays in C-107 Duerksen Fine Arts Center. Course numbers: MUSP 212L, 412L, 712L

Wichita State choirs


Volunteers are needed for a research study

Research Topic / Purpose of the study: We are recruiting research participants to help us better understand childhood experiences (including parenting, the makeup of one鈥檚 household, unwanted experiences, etc.), religion and spirituality, and current or past relationships (including sexual experiences, conflict management, etc.) for the purpose of completing a second-year project for the Community Psychology Ph.D. program at 黑洞社区.

Procedures: This study will be an online survey through Qualtrics. You will receive 3 SONA credits for completing this survey.

Time: Participation is expected to last about 45 minutes. Inclusion / Exclusion Criteria: Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Location:

Contact: If you are interested in participating in this study, contact Andrea Jamiel at anjamiel@shockers.wichita.edu or Dr. Jennifer Demers at Jennifer.demers@wichita.edu.


KMUW The Range

KMUW debuts locally produced weekly news program

KMUW's first locally produced news program is here. The Range is a mix of business, arts, culture and community with a focus on local issues and voices. Join host Tom Shine, KMUW鈥檚 director of news and public affairs, every Friday on 89.1-FM for a look at where we live and the people who live here. The Range airs Fridays at 6:50 a.m. and 8:50 a.m. during Morning Edition, and 4:50 p.m. during All Things Considered. Episodes are also available online at  and on the KMUW app.


Chances of SBIR / STTR Success Webinar on Feb. 4

You'll spend many hours writing your SBIR or STTR proposal, so you鈥檒l want to give yourself every chance of winning the prize. The proposal review is a critical determinant of success, so give yourself every advantage by writing to those reviewers.

In this webinar from 11 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Feb. 4, learn about how the various federal agencies review SBIR/STTR proposals, what reviewers look for in a proposal, and how to write to 鈥渟ell鈥 your technology. The webinar will also provide formatting tips to make the reviewers鈥 job easier, who makes up a review team, the criteria they use to evaluate proposals, scoring and review and award timing.


Registration is now open for the inaugural 黑洞社区 Analytics Showcase

Registration is open for the inaugural 黑洞社区 Analytics Showcase

The 黑洞社区 Analytics Showcase will be held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, April 17, in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Registration is free for students and faculty, but space is limited.

The showcase will provide an opportunity to:
  • Learn about innovative analytics research, curricular and applied learning activities across 黑洞社区; groundbreaking analytics applications; and state-of-the-art analytics software/hardware solutions from leading technology providers.
  • Network with 黑洞社区 faculty, staff and students, community partners, and industry leaders working in the analytics field to build personal and career connections.
  • Collaborate and Partner. Discover industry, community and government opportunities in research, applied projects and software development.
  • Please visit wichita.edu/analytics to register and learn more about this exciting event which is supported by the colleges of Business, Engineering, Health Professions, Liberal Arts & Sciences, and Applied Studies.

Contact the Analytics Showcase organizers

Learn more and register for the Showcase


Ulrich Spring Exhibitions 2020

Ulrich Spring Opening Party will feature exhibitions examining technology鈥檚 impact

From visualizations of gerrymandered political districts, to the art of a former Madison Avenue 鈥淢ad Man,鈥 the four new exhibitions opening at the Ulrich Museum of Art have one thing in common: all examine our efforts to come to terms with technology.

The Ulrich will unveil the four new exhibitions at its Spring 2020 Exhibition Opening Party from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23. The event is free and open to the public.

Ulrich Museum Director Leslie Brothers said this latest suite of exhibitions was especially relevant given 黑洞社区鈥檚 commitment to technology and innovation.

鈥淲e couldn鈥檛 be more excited to share these exhibitions with the Wichita State community and the greater public,鈥 Brothers said. 鈥満诙瓷缜 is known as a technology-savvy campus and these four exhibitions offer an intriguing spectrum of views on how our humanity is connected to technology.鈥

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The spring exhibitions will be on display at the Ulrich until March 29, with the exception of Solving for X, which will be on display until June 28. The four exhibitions are:

Lee Adler: A Mad Man Amid the Machines

Adler came to art-making in his late thirties, having already established a successful career in marketing鈥攊ncluding a stint at one of the advertising firms featured on the TV show Mad Men. He threw himself head first into his new pursuit throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, producing over 70 editions of prints and over 300 paintings.

Based largely on the Ulrich鈥檚 uniquely rich holdings of Adler鈥檚 works, this exhibition will reassess the legacy of a forgotten artist and show how the imagery he created in the 1960s and 1970s foreshadowed urgent present-day concerns about the way human lives have become intertwined with the technology that surrounds them. In Adler鈥檚 work, the machines are humanized while human figures become machines, and his forms continue to capture something essential today about our reality as hapless cyborgs confused about where 鈥渘ature鈥 ends and technological culture begins.

Not seen at the Ulrich since 1991, Adler鈥檚 work is long overdue for greater exposure and reassessment. This exhibition will be the first attempt anywhere to present Adler鈥檚 work in a retrospective fashion.

Zoe Beloff: Emotions Go to Work

This interactive multimedia installation investigates how technology is used to turn our feelings into valuable assets鈥攚hat the artist calls the transformation of emotion into capital. Beloff is an artist and filmmaker who lives and works in New York City. Her projects often involve a range of media including films, drawings, and archival documents organized around a theme.

The exhibition, accompanied by a limited-edition book, is an exploration of the 鈥渄ream life of technology鈥 and of our imaginative and imagined relationships with machines鈥攈ow we create them in our image, shape them to serve our desires, and how they, in turn, reshape us. Beloff will be at the Ulrich on February 20 to deliver her artist talk.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a film series co-curated by the artist and Rebecca Cleman of Electronic Arts Intermix (New York). The films, ranging from feature length works to YouTube videos, will investigate in further depth the complex relationship between humans and their technologies that the exhibition explores. The first installment of the film series takes place at 6 p.m. on Friday, January 24 at the McKnight Art Center on the 黑洞社区 campus. Beloff will introduce and lead a Q&A for the February 21 screening.

A.P. Vague: Digital Palimpsests

This exhibition presents a series of experiments in which the artist considers the materials of image-making as aesthetic resources in themselves.

At the root of A.P. Vague鈥檚 inquiry are the questions of how we trust photographic images, how they communicate their meanings across distance, and how they create a sense of personal connection to remote events. Does a negative still bear the imprint of the moment it was exposed, even if the visual information is blurred beyond recognition? In the age of fake news, Photoshop, filters galore, and truthiness, what can we believe about an image and what can we trust the image-maker to reveal?

Solving for X=Representation: Slaying the Gerrymander

Solving for X is a series of exhibitions organized by the Ulrich to work with scholars across campus to help create visualizations of their research. This latest installment looks at the process of 鈥済errymandering,鈥 the term given to district drawing done for the benefit of the people drawing the maps. Dr. Brian Amos, an Assistant Professor in Political Science at 黑洞社区, is helping to stop gerrymandering by using computers to automate the drawing of districts. Amos鈥檚 work has been dedicated to improving the algorithms available to researchers and activists on this front. He does this by identifying bias in existing approaches that may skew measurements in how gerrymandered a map is, and by incorporating Voting Rights Act protections for racial and ethnic minority groups into algorithms created for other countries without those protections.

Ulrich Museum of Art


Firepoint

黑洞社区 students connect with military and private industry to open career paths

Wichita State students work at Firepoint and learn research and networking skills as part of their applied learning experience. Their experiences can connect them with military and labs and technologies that spark an interest in a career opportunity.

Firepoint is a technology-transfer partnership and its work can help the Army maintain a supply of trained civilian workers.

Pictured above: Wichita State students Michael Hamlin (left) and Luke Kuffler work at Firepoint, a technology-transfer partnership between the university and the Army鈥檚 Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation and Missile Center.

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New login for my黑洞社区

New look for my黑洞社区 login

Effective Thursday, Jan. 16, there is a new look when logging in to my黑洞社区.

The my黑洞社区 login has been updated and the login screen has changed.

  • When accessing my黑洞社区, select 鈥楲ogin to my黑洞社区.鈥
  • From the authentication window, the log in process remains the same - using your my黑洞社区 ID and Password.

For questions, contact the 黑洞社区 Help Desk at 978-HELP (4357).


Hippodrome

Attend the Hippodrome 2020 informational meeting

Hippodrome is the longest standing tradition at 黑洞社区. This year we celebrate 92 years of the skit and variety act competition. Students and student groups can be involved in Hippodrome by creating and performing a skit, a variety act and emceeing the performance. 

If you are interested in being involved with Hippodrome, come to the information meeting at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Jan. 23), in 262 RSC or email traditions@wichita.edu.

黑洞社区 Hippodrome


Springfest January 2020

Springfest registration is open!

Springfest is a kick-off for the spring semester for both student organizations and university departments. Located in the Heskett Center Gym, this event acts as a way for 黑洞社区 students to check out the many different organizations we have on campus, as well as discover the amazing resources this campus offers. Along with informational tables, Springfest includes music, inflatables, food, prizes and contests for all students to participate. Registration is taking place now until 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27. For questions, contact Maggi Hole at student.orgs@wichita.edu

Springfest 2020


INSPYRE lab

Enroll for a service-learning course in psychology

The INSPYRE research lab (directed by Samantha Gregus) is currently recruiting undergraduate mentors for a 3-hour service-learning course in psychology (PSY 416) for the spring 2020 semester.

Prior to enrolling in PSY 416 (Psychology and Problems of Society) mentors are required to: pass an interview and background check, have reliable transportation, lunch availability from noon-2 p.m. at least twice a week, and attend class on Mondays from 3:30-6 p.m.

We have a course syllabus, class readings, and paper assignments. Mentors will receive training at the beginning of the course and a grade at the end based on attendance and completion of assignments. We are interested in recruiting mentors from any college and major. For more information, contact the INSPYRE research lab at inspyre@wichita.edu ASAP. If you would like to apply, .

INSPYRE


Assistive technology at 黑洞社区

Enroll in new course and create assistive technology for those with disabilities

You can help bring independence to the life of a local community member with assistive technology! Enroll now for ENGR 302 Accessible Design this spring (CRN 26635). This 3-credit hour course meets from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, and is open to ANY 黑洞社区 major. The projects in this course will be multidisciplinary and will fulfill Engineer+ Service Learning credit for engineering majors. Contact Samantha Corcoran at samantha.corcoran@wichita.edu for more information.

Assistive Technology at 黑洞社区


Senior Honor award applications for 2020

Submit your applications for Senior Honor awards

Applications are being sought for Wichita State鈥檚 2020 Senior Honor awards.  This is considered one of the most prestigious honors a student can receive at 黑洞社区. Up to 10 students are chosen for this honor each year. Application deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14.  To review the eligibility requirements and application process, go to .


Prevent suicide training spring 2020

You can help prevent suicide

Learn how you can support your community with the #黑洞社区WeSupportU Preventing Suicide Training. Each training lasts an hour-and-a-half, and gives you the tools you need to assist someone in need through the Share, Ask, Support method.

To sign up, visit the myTrainings tab on your my黑洞社区, or go to wichita.edu/SuicidePrevention.


Transfer student social

Student Involvement to host transfer student social

Transfer students, join Student Involvement from 1-2:30 p.m.  Thursday, Jan. 30, on the third floor of the RSC, for a social event to meet with fellow students and learn about campus resources. There will be a scavenger hunt, free hot chocolate, free cookies, board games and line dancing from the Boot Scootin鈥 Shockers. This is a great way for transfer students to transition into 黑洞社区!


Shocker Dollars and Sally in RSC Jan. 2020

Use your Shocker Dollars at Sally

Sally the Robot, located on the first floor of the RSC, now takes Shocker Dollars and Dining Dollars! Grab your next salad with Sally using your 黑洞社区 ID.


Barton School accounting student making a difference

Colby Woods

Colby Woods

黑洞社区 student Colby Woods was recently recognized by the Kansas Society of CPAs. At the Society鈥檚 annual meeting, Colby received an award for being a student who makes a difference in advancing the profession. Colby contributed significant time and effort to the Accounting Career Kickstart program. She helped organize the first business summer camp event held on the 黑洞社区 campus during the summer of 2019 and worked hard during the event to make it successful. Colby was the only Kansas student to receive this recognition in 2019.

She is currently a graduate student enrolled in the Masters of Accountancy program at 黑洞社区. She previously earned an undergraduate degree in accounting at 黑洞社区. Congratulations, Colby.


Faculty recital Jan. 26, 2020

Voice faculty member Castaldi to perform recital on Jan. 26

Voice faculty member Cristina Castaldi, soprano, and her pianist-husband, Gene Philley, will perform in recital at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, in Wiedemann Recital Hall.

The program will feature the works of Erich Korngold, Claude Debussy and Richard Strauss. Admission is free.


Soup of the Week Jan. 21, 2020

Soup of the Week at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes

Soup is back at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes just in time for the cooler weather. A different soup will be featured each week, Monday-Friday. Grab a cup for $2.99 or a bowl for $3.99. For Jan. 21-24, the Soup of the Week is Vegan Chili.


Wu's Big Event XII

Register now for Wu's Big Event XII

Join us from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Feb. 8 to make a HUGE impact in the Wichita community. Individuals, groups, organizations, faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends and family are all encouraged to participate in Wu's Big Event, Wichita State's largest volunteer event. Registration is free and includes a light breakfast, lunch, a t-shirt and transportation to and from service sites. For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu or call 978-3022.

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Weekly Briefing

黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing to feature homecoming

The 黑洞社区 Weekly Briefing will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, in 233 Rhatigan Student Center. The featured speaker will be Alyssa Ward, assistant director for alumni events, 黑洞社区 Alumni Association, talking about 黑洞社区 Homecoming Feb. 10-16.

Andy McFayden, executive director, Strategic Communications, 黑洞社区 Tech, will give the overall university update.

The briefing will be livestreamed and available later that day at 黑洞社区 . There will be time for questions following the briefing.


Get involved and volunteer for one of hundreds of nonprofits in Wichita

Are you looking for a way to get involved this semester? Have you thought about volunteering? VolunteerICT has hundreds of volunteer opportunities from local nonprofits throughout Wichita.

All students, faculty and staff have an account through my黑洞社区. Set-up and simple and easy through our website: .

For questions, email: volunteerICT@wichita.edu or call 978-3022.


Wichita Thunder

Take part in 黑洞社区 Takeover Night with the Wichita Thunder

Join the 黑洞社区 Alumni Association on Friday, Jan. 31 for Shocker Takeover Night at the Thunder game. This special evening will be focused directly on 黑洞社区 and its students, alumni and faculty. WuShock and the spirit squad will be in attendance for the event as well as many Shocker alumni, students, faculty and student organizations. The game will consist of pregame activities, intermission contests and a post-game picture on the ice.

Use the link below to purchase your tickets for this great night!

Tickets for 黑洞社区 Takeover Night are:

$5 for Goal Zone

$10 for Premium

$15 for VIP


Join the Community Service Board

Learn more about local nonprofits and ways that you can get involved in our community. The Community Service Board meets every Thursday afternoon from 3:30-5 p.m. in 142 RSC.

These meetings are open to all 黑洞社区 faculty, staff and students. Preregistration is not required.

To find out more, visit our website at wichita.edu/CSB[BROKEN LINK]. For questions, email:  CSB@wichita.edu or call 978-3022.


Check out Tuesday Talks with Sandy and Student Health Services

Tuesday Talks with Sandy and Student Health Services will be on the first floor of the RSC. Tabling on Tuesdays will help to answer health questions and assist in making appointments. Free stuff will be available!


POWER conference March 2020

Register for this year's POWER Conference

You are invited to the 17th annual POWER Conference at 黑洞社区! We are excited to invite people from all disciplines to attend this event. This year鈥檚 theme centers on the 12 Grand Challenges of Social Work 鈥 a national initiative that serves as a call to action for social workers and other helping professionals to harness our science and knowledge base, collaborate with people from all fields and disciplines and to work together to tackle some of our toughest social problems. Our world faces serious, interrelated and large-scale challenges, and it takes all of us working together to craft solutions.

The Grand Challenges include these areas of focus:

1. Ensure healthy development for all youth

2. Close the health gap

3. Stop family violence

4. Advance long and productive lives

5. Eradicate social isolation

6. End homelessness

7. Create social responses to a changing environment

8. Harness technology for social good

9. Promote smart decarceration

10. Reduce extreme economic inequality

11. Build financial capability for all

12. Achieve equal opportunity and justice

Attendees have the opportunity to engage in up to six hours of pre-conference sessions focused on safety, eating disorders/diagnosis and ethics, as well as the full main conference day. POWER gives us the opportunity to connect together, grow together and change the world together. This conference can help us be inspired by the innovation of others, rejuvenated as practitioners, invigorated by new knowledge and challenged with fresh perspectives.

Register for POWER


Brig. Gen. David Weishaar

HCEA Cybersecurity Speaker Series presents Brig. Gen. David Weishaar

Join the Hub for Cybersecurity Education and Awareness from 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, in 264 John Bardo Center to hear from Brig. Gen. David Weishaar from the Kansas National Guard and learn more about Creating a Cybersecurity Workforce and Cyber Threat Responsibilities for the Kansas National Guard. Find out more and register at wichita.edu/cyberhub.


Roaring '20s Party

Student Activities Council to host Roaring '20s Party

Applesauce! SAC is throwing a Hop! Join SAC from 8-10 p.m. on Jan. 31, in the RSC Beggs Ballroom for a swanky Roaring 鈥20鈥檚 Party to celebrate the new decade! Go full Gatsby and wear your finest 鈥20s attire. Free to 黑洞社区 students with Shocker ID; $3 faculty/staff; $5 general admission and $1 for kids 12 and under. No advance ticket sales. Cash or check only accepted at the door.

SAC Events


Free HIV testing

Take advantage of free HIV testing

Confidential free HIV testing with results in five minutes will be available from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, in 258 RSC. The testing is sponsored by Positive Directions Inc., 黑洞社区 Student Health Services, and the 黑洞社区 Office of Diversity and Inclusion.


RSC Unplugged presents Adam Capps

RSC Unplugged features Adam Capps

Stop by the Rhatigan Student Center every Wednesday for the live music series, RSC Unplugged. RSC Unplugged for today (Wednesday, Jan. 22) features Adam Capps from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the RSC鈥檚 Starbucks Lounge. Grab a cup of coffee and relax with some great music!


Pee for Pizza

Pee for Pizza coming Feb. 19

Pee for Pizza is a free sexually transmitted disease-testing event for chlamydia and gonorrhea. Walk in and submit a urine specimen, then walk-out with free pizza and peace of mind from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the Student Wellness Center.


School and art supply sale Jan. 2020

Save on school / art supplies and backpacks

Now through Saturday, Jan. 25, you can save on all you need for back-to-school at the Shocker Store! Backpacks are 15% off and school / art supplies are 10% off, in the RSC location only. Welcome back, Shockers!


Welcomefest deals Jan. 2020

Welcomefest deals at the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes

Take advantage of some great Welcomefest deals in the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes from now to Friday, Jan. 31. Enjoy $2 hot dogs, $2/hour billiards and $2 bowling games with free rental shoes. Availability may vary due to group reservations and special events. Offers not valid for group reservations.