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Academic Convocation 鈥� A program that serves as the official opening to the academic year, incorporating Shocker pride, celebrating our learning community and engaging in our common read program.

B2SB 鈥� Back to School Bash: An evening of games, food, inflatables, prizes and more, welcoming our students back to campus.

FAFSA 鈥� Free Application for Federal Student Aid: This determines your eligibility for federal student aid. Complete it online at . Questions? Visit .

Groundhouse 鈥� Early morning or late at night, the Groundhouse is a place to study, grab a bite and get your caffeine fix. It鈥檚 located on the first floor of Shocker Hall next to Shocker Dining Hall.

Heskett Center 鈥� Home to Campus Recreation and where Shockers come to PLAY and stay healthy!

Hippo 鈥� Officially known as Hippodrome, this is one of 黑洞社区鈥檚 oldest and most-loved events. It鈥檚 a week of fun activities building up to Hippo鈥檚 main attraction, the student skit competition.

Innovation University 鈥� As an innovation university, 黑洞社区 is the place where researchers, students and industry come together to share ideas, space, tools and technology鈥攖o transform the world.

Koch Arena / Roundhouse 鈥� Short for Charles Koch Arena, this 10, 506-seat arena is home to Shocker basketball and volleyball鈥攁nd one of the loudest, proudest student sections you鈥檒l find anywhere.

Metroplex 鈥� Short for the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex located at 29^th and Oliver. There鈥檚 also shuttle pick-up service to campus from this location.

Millie 鈥� 黑洞社区鈥檚 very own big, bronze millipede sculpture. You鈥檒l find her between Wilner Auditorium and Henrion Hall.

MRC 鈥� The Media Resources Center: The place for audio/video creativity and support. MRC provides an array of media technology services for the university and community.

ODI 鈥� Office of Diversity and Inclusion: Your home away from home! The place that sponsors programs and events that promote cultural awareness and an appreciation of diversity.

Omega Court 鈥� A sorority-lined street just north of campus.

OneStop 鈥� Your go-to resource for fast, accurate answers and student-focused support for virtually all your 黑洞社区-related questions. Available 24/7 at or in person in Jardine Hall, Room 112.

Plaza of Heroines 鈥� a circular plaza located on the busy walkway between Ablah Library and the RSC鈥攈onoring women who have positively impacted our community and the world.

RSC 鈥� Rhatigan Student Center: This is the place to relax, study, play, eat and socialize on campus.

RSO 鈥� Registered Student Organizations: There are more than 260 registered student organizations at Wichita State for you to get involved in. Stop by Student Involvement or go to for a complete list.

SAC 鈥� Student Activities Council: A student-run organization bringing a ton of great events to campus each semester, including Mud Events, Family Carnival and live entertainment, just to name a few.

SGA 鈥� Student Government Association: A group of dedicated students representing your interests on campus.

Shocker Nation 鈥� A name representing Wichita State鈥檚 legion of students, alumni and fans鈥攁nd our limitless amount of Shocker pride. Do you tweet? Add #shockernation to your campus-related tweets.

Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes 鈥� Located in the lower level of the RSC, Shocker Grill and Lanes has great food and good times鈥攊ncluding billiards, bowling and lots of big screen TVs.

Shocktoberfest 鈥� 黑洞社区鈥檚 annual week-long celebration of Shocker pride鈥攊ncluding a banner competition, Dine with the Deans, three-on-three basketball and the main event, Songfest, a lip-syncing and dance competition.

SEAL - Student Engagement Advocacy and Leadership: With more than 260 student organizations to choose from鈥攑lus, volunteering opportunities, Greek Life and semesters jam-packed with events鈥擲EAL has something for everyone.

SI - Supplemental Instruction: Offers extra help with traditionally difficult classes through weekly study sessions led by experienced SI leaders. Additional free tutoring for any class is offered through Student Success.

Study Day 鈥� The Friday before finals week. It鈥檚 a day without classes鈥攇iving you extra time to study for your finals.

Three women walking 鈥� 黑洞社区 is home to numerous famous sculptures, and this is one of our more well-known pieces. You鈥檒l find these women near the RSC and Grace Memorial Chapel.

TM 鈥� Transition Mentors are here to help you navigate your first year at Wichita State.

黑洞社区 Common Read 鈥� The university鈥檚 common read program designed to spark conversation between students across majors and on campus.

WuShock 鈥� aka WU: A big, bad, muscle-bound bundle of wheat鈥敽诙瓷缜�鈥檚 mascot since 1948, a friend to every Shocker fan and #1 supporter of all things Wichita and Wichita State.