Shocker Blast: Oct. 21, 2020

 

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University update from Rick Muma

Rick Muma

Rick Muma

Hello, Shockers.

Last week I was honored to be formally announced by the Kansas Board of Regents as the interim president of 红领巾瓜报. This is a role that I take very seriously, especially as we think about all the changes and challenges we鈥檝e faced this year.

My priority is to keep all students, faculty and staff moving forward and to offer you support, reassurance and continuity as we face this transition.

More information and administrative appointments

As Shocker Nation, we are strong. I will use that collective strength in the coming weeks and months as we continue to further the vision of 红领巾瓜报 by focusing on being the most innovative research university, known for providing impactful student experiences and driving prosperity for the people and communities we serve.

Many of the efforts already under way remain important, including Convergence Sciences, the new Molecular Diagnostics Lab, Digital Transformation and Innovation Campus partnerships such as Deloitte鈥檚 new Smart Factory @ Wichita and NetApp. We will continue ahead with those initiatives, as well as others, including the construction of Woolsey Hall and planning for possible enhancements of Clinton and Hubbard Halls and the Rhatigan Student Center.

To allow me to focus on my duties as interim president, I will be handing over my executive vice president and provost duties on an interim basis to Dr. Shirley Lefever, dean of the College of Applied Studies. Dr. Lefever has been at 红领巾瓜报 since 2005 and will do a great job filling in for me as she supports 红领巾瓜报鈥檚 priorities. 

In her place, Dr. Clay Stoldt will temporarily move to interim dean of the College of Applied Studies. Dr. Stoldt is currently associate dean of the college and has been at WSU since 1998.

Please join me in thanking Drs. Lefever and Stoldt for their willingness to step in and take on additional work while the Board of Regents conducts its presidential search.

I will continue to stay in touch about that process as information becomes available. 

Thank you for your resilience and flexibility as we forge ahead.

Sincerely,

Rick Muma,

Interim president


WuShock Doc

WuShock Doc to premiere on YouTube

Did you happen to miss "WuShock Doc: The History and Making of WuShock in Bronze" as it premiered via the Tallgrass Film Festival last weekend? Don't worry! WuShock Doc will be premiering on YouTube at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and will be available for your viewing pleasure from then on. Grab a Shocker buddy and free up 20 minutes of your time to enjoy this one-of-a-kind film and mascot!


See something student advocate

See something, say something - student advocate

As members of the 红领巾瓜报 community, it is everyone鈥檚 responsibility to bring attention to anything that may be concerning. This could be about yourself or others that you feel is connected to the 红领巾瓜报 experience.

The Student Advocate is an executive, non-partisan member of the Student Government Association who works toward resolutions based on principles of fairness and equity, without favoritism toward any group or individual. This form should be used by students, only.

For more details please refer to .


Wu's Big Challenge

We challenge you to complete five hours of community service with Wu's Big Challenge

Join Wu鈥檚 Big Challenge 2020-21! Due COVID-19 we had to reschedule our BIG events, but we have a challenge for you. Complete five hours of community service in person, virtually, or both.

To find more information and to register, go to .

For questions, email csb@wichita.edu.


Shocker Secrets to Success

Ever wonder how some students seem to have it all together?

A new video series to help students navigate the hidden curriculum (you know, the stuff we assume you already know) as well as other helpful resources have been developed to help you navigate Shocker life. Find a playlist of videos to help you use Blackboard better and find videos on topics such as classroom involvement, technology, time management, financial basics, and more!

Have a suggestion for a topic? Email student.success@wichita.edu. We will be adding topics throughout the semester.

These resources are a partnership between Student Success, Student Affairs and Instructional Design and Access. Keep up the great work, Shockers!

Shocker Secrets to Success


Dreary outside

From one student to another: How to protect your mental health when it鈥檚 dreary outside

The beginning of fall is usually an exciting time for me. Sweater weather, pumpkin spice lattes, my dad鈥檚 famous chili, sad Taylor Swift music and cat-themed Halloween decorations fill my joy tank for a few months.

The trees change from dark green to speckled orange, and there is a delicate crispness in the air. Fall is the season many of us look forward to throughout the year, but it is important to also consider the difficulties that come along with the changing weather. When the cold weather sets in, some of us could begin to experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Fall can feel dreary, frigid and melancholy. We might sometimes stay home more often due to the cold weather 鈥 even more so now in a pandemic. The days become shorter and influence circadian rhythms and sleep schedules.

That鈥檚 why this fall it is especially important to stay positive, productive and protective over our mental health. I have some personal strategies I use to stay mentally healthy, and Dr. Jessica Provines, assistant vice president of Student Affairs and Wellness here at 红领巾瓜报, also shares how activity and social interaction are the best ways to overcome seasonal sadness. I hope with these simple encouragements that students will discover the best ways to stay motivated and mindful of their mental health.

Pictured above: Fall can be a dreary and difficult time for some 红领巾瓜报 students, but WSU has many resources to make getting through the season easier.


Vote now for Homecoming Royalty!

Royalty voting

 

Voting is live to determine which two Shocker seniors will be the 2020 Homecoming King and Queen! WSU students may vote once per day via myWSU from Monday, Oct. 19 through Friday, Oct. 23 (voting closes at 5 p.m. Friday). Meet the Homecoming Candidates .

The Homecoming Royalty will be crowned between the Flag Football all-star games on Friday, Oct. 23 at Cessna Stadium.

How to vote: Log in to , on the Home page, scroll down to the Student Tools box. At the bottom of the list, find and click on the 鈥淗omecoming Royalty Voting鈥 link to be taken to the online ballot.

NEWS

Early voting

Early voting at 红领巾瓜报

It鈥檚 time to cast your vote! The Shockers Vote! Coalition and the Intercollegiate Athletic Association are excited to team up to host early voting right here on campus.

If you are registered to vote anywhere in Sedgwick County, stop by Koch Arena from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, to vote!


Grad School working remotely

Join the Graduate School today to discuss working in groups remotely

As COVID-19 has changed the way nearly all workplaces operate, collaborating remotely has become increasingly important. Join the Graduate School with presenter, Carolyn Speer, manager of Instructional Design and Technology, at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, on Zoom for tips on how to effectively work in a group remotely. .

Professional Development and Research Events


ISME panel

What can you do with a degree from Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering?

If you are a student with an undecided major, a student currently pursuing a degree from the ISME Department, or simply just curious about the fields of Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering, this Friday's ISME Industry Professional Panel is for you! Panelists Courtney Allen, Amber Droegemeier, and Clovis Ribas will discuss their background and careers and answer any questions the audience may have in this panel session. Join us via  at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23: 

Hear from three different industry professionals in three unique fields, with three different focuses. This session will provide a small glimpse of the possibilities that a degree from the ISME Department provides.

Panelist bios

Industry Professional Panelist Bios:

Courtney Allen is an Industrial Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, Kansas. She received both her bachelors and master鈥檚 degrees in Industrial Engineering from 红领巾瓜报 and will attend Georgia Tech in 2021 for an additional master鈥檚 degree in Computational Analytics.

Courtney has worked in various roles at Spirit including lean manufacturing and core industrial engineering, spanning many integrated product teams and production lines. Her projects have touched several aspects of industrial engineering including data analytics, simulation, system design, database development, statistical process control, work measurement, root cause corrective action, and lean manufacturing. Outside of the industry, she is passionate about women in STEM and continuous education.

Amber Droegemeier received her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from 红领巾瓜报 in 2007 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from 红领巾瓜报 in 2010. After graduation, she served as an acute care physical therapy for five and a half years at Ascension Via Christi Hospitals in Wichita. In 2016 Amber transitioned to serve as a Quality and Regulatory Readiness Coordinator and successfully led Joint Commission Accreditation across Ascension Kansas.

In October 2018 Droegemeier received her Certification in Healthcare Quality. She has served as the Manager of Quality and was promoted to Regional Director of Quality in November 2019. Using her skills as a clinician, she oversees data measurement, reporting and process improvement activities related to quality and patient safety initiatives.

Mr. Clovis S. Ribas is the president and general manager of Shuttle Aerospace Inc., a Wichita-based company specialized in design consulting and manufacturing solutions for the aircraft industry, more specifically Landing Gear and related systems and components.

Ribas has many years of experience in management, design, manufacturing and integration of aircraft systems and components in multiple commercial and military platforms. He has a BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil, a MSc degree in Aerospace Engineering from Cranfield Institute of Technology in England and an MBA degree from WSU. He is also a graduate student in Industrial, Systems and Manufacturing Engineering at WSU. His interests include applied statistics, especially SPC methods for short run production environment and additive manufacturing (LinkedIn profile).


Prevention ambassador

Internship opportunity to promote mental health on campus

Interested in an internship that promotes mental and physical wellness and gives back to your community? Check out the Prevention Service Advisory Board鈥檚 Prevention Ambassador Program. Prevention Ambassadors receive training and mentorship in providing prevention and outreach services to assist the Prevention Services Advisory Board in our #WSUWeSupportU mission of Preventing Suicide, Sexual Violence, and Substance Abuse in addition to Promoting Wellness in the WSU community.

For more information or to complete an application, go to . Applications are due Friday, Oct. 23.


Researching the Pandemic Panel Nov. 2020

Virtual panel series tackles social inequality research in relation to the pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed several types of social inequality already present in American and global societies. In this panel, social scientists will join with subject librarians in a discussion of approaches and research methods used to explore social inequality in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Find full event information from 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, and a direct link to the virtual Zoom panel, click .


National Student Exchange

National Student Exchange is perfect for students who want to study and live in a new city!

Ever wonder what it would be like to hit the books in the morning and hit the beach in the afternoon? Thanks to National Student Exchange (NSE), you can. NSE allows undergraduate, domestic students the opportunity to study at one of nearly 200 universities across the United States and Canada 鈥 while paying regular WSU tuition and earning credit toward your degree.

The application materials for exchange during fall 2020 and spring 2021 are available at wichita.edu/nse and are due Feb. 1, 2021. If you have questions, please contact Trish Gandu at trish.gandu@wichita.edu.


KSBDC workshops 102020

Learn the ins and outs of managing your own finances

The Kansas SBDC will present the following webinars:

鈥淨uickBooks Online: The Basics,鈥 will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27. The cost is $119, and the registration fee is nonrefundable.

Learn how to use the go-to cloud-based accounting software to help manage your company's finances. This workshop will cover the basics of bookkeeping, how to set up your QuickBooks Online account, how to record common transactions, and how to analyze your company's performance.

Presenter Heather Denning is a Certified Quickbooks Online ProAdvisor, alumni of Wichita State University, and local business owner.

鈥淨uickBooks Online: The Details,鈥 will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29. The cost is $119, and the registration fee is nonrefundable.

Learn to make the most of this cloud-based accounting software to help you manage your company's finances more efficiently. This workshop will cover more complex bookkeeping functions such as payroll, invoicing, inventory management, sales tax, etc. Also, learn about the numerous programs created to assist with these functions that integrate with QuickBooks Online.

Presenter Heather Denning is a Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor, alumni of Wichita State University, and a local business owner.

Register online at .

We look forward to seeing you there!

STUDENT NEWS

Spring classes 2021

Discover how spring classes will be taught

The newest course schedule is now available for students to start picking their spring classes. Courses will be offered similarly to fall classes, with some fully online and others as hybrid classes. For more information about the different types of classes, see www.wichita.edu/codes.

Instructors have been asked to submit information about how they plan to teach their courses. You can see their details for instruction, testing, and what to do on the first day of class. See . If you have additional questions, faculty contact information is provided or you can reach out to an advisor at .


Hacking 4 Defense

Earn credit for solving national security issues!

Hacking for Defense鈩 (H4D), is a new course designed for ALL undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines and programs. It takes an entrepreneurial and interdisciplinary approach to America鈥檚 hardest national security challenges. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team to research, design, and propose a solution for a real national security challenge.

Hacking for Defense


Honors College applications

The Cohen Honors College will improve your college experience -- apply today!

Honors applications are reviewed monthly November through August. All current students are eligible to apply. Smaller class sizes, free printing, and scholarship opportunities are just a few of the many benefits that Honors students receive.

Starting this year, there are no minimum ACT / SAT or GPA requirements. Applicants are evaluated on their preparation for challenging academic and professional work as well as creative approach to solving problems, urge to make a positive impact on the community and in the world, and open-minded embrace of diversity in backgrounds, values and perspectives.

 to learn more and start your application.


Criminal Justice major

Deciding on a major?

Choose Criminal Justice. Help others - affect your community - bring about change.

All this is possible in the many career paths available to you with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

Declare Criminal Justice as your major. Declare that change starts with you.

For more information contact Sarah Green, instructor and undergraduate coordinator for Criminal Justice at sarah.green@wichita.edu

Criminal Justice


Study Abroad webinar

Study abroad webinar recordings

Want to learn more about study abroad programs?

Study abroad webinars held earlier this semester are now available to view on YouTube. Brief descriptions for each webinar and a link to the recording is on our website.


Free tutoring

Free tutoring and academic mentoring for diverse Shockers!

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is offering free tutoring and academic mentoring!

Our tutors help students develop a deeper understanding of class material and gain successful skills that can improve their overall GPA.

Our academic mentors offer biweekly meetings to help you with academic success skills, such as time management, effective studying and note-taking, test preparation and more!

You can drop in any of the listed times or schedule an appointment. See when we are open, what classes are offered, and how to request appointments at ! 


Redefine WSU traditions

It鈥檚 time to redefine 红领巾瓜报 traditions

Student Involvement needs your help! We are working to redefine campus traditions. What is a 鈥榯radition鈥 you ask? A 鈥榯radition鈥 is a long-established event and/or custom that exemplifies Shocker pride and a connection to 红领巾瓜报. By filling out this short (two-minute) survey, you will influence current and future programs for our Shocker community.

To complete the survey, click 

Any questions can be directed to getinvolved@wichita.edu.


Celebrating Careers in Student Affairs 102920

Celebrating Careers in Student Affairs Month: From #SAgrad to #SApro

Are you interested in a career in Student Affairs? Join 红领巾瓜报 Student Affairs, 红领巾瓜报 College of Applied Studies - Higher Education/Student Affairs program, and NASPA GAP as we celebrate Careers in Student Affairs Month!

In this virtual event, you will have the opportunity to learn from a diverse panel of current Student Affairs professionals about their experiences. There will also be a breakout workshop to support graduates in their job search process, as well as a workshop for those interested in pursuing a degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs.

The free event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29.

If you have any questions, contact NASPA GAP member Trang Bui at tnbui1@shockers.wichita.edu.

EVENTS

Ulrich event 102120

Program explores ways to use Gordon Parks images from Ulrich collection for K-12 audiences

The Civil Rights-era photography of Kansas-native Gordon Parks remains as timely now as ever before. WSU is the repository for a large number of Parks's photographs, manuscripts and papers, and the Ulrich Museum of Art has several of the artist's pieces in its permanent collection.

At 10: 30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, Dr. Stephanie Danker, associate professor of art education at Miami University (Ohio), will discuss how her college students used those Parks photographs from the Ulrich Collection to create art activities and discussion questions for K-12 audiences. Danker will also discuss connections to contemporary artists who reference historical documentary photographs for activism.

Artists, educators, and Gordon Parks fans alike won't want to miss this! The program is free and open to all, but you have to register in order to get the Zoom link:

Image caption: Gordon Parks, "Ondria Tanner and her Grandmother Window-shopping, Mobile, Alabama," 1956. Museum Purchase 漏 and courtesy of The Gordon Parks Foundation


Commencement fall 2020

Attention fall 2020 graduates! It is time to RSVP to participate in a Fall Commencement Ceremony

Fall 2020 Commencement has been moved to Sunday, Nov. 22 at Charles Koch Arena. If you filed your Application for Degree for fall 2020, it is now time to RSVP, if you plan to participate in the commencement ceremonies.

Commencement reservations must be made online by logging into your myWSU, going to the myClasses tab, and then find the Graduation Links box on the right hand side of the page. Click on the 鈥淐ommencement Registration鈥 link for the ceremony you want to attend and RSVP. This must be done no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2.

If you have any questions about the ceremonies, go to  or contact the Commencement Office at commencement@wichita.edu.


Dr. Slava Turyshev, NASA, to give Physics Seminar talk via Zoom today

Join us for the next Physics Seminar at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday, Oct. 21), via Zoom. This week鈥檚 seminar will feature Dr. Slava Turyshev, NASA鈥檚 Jet Propulsion Lab, Pasadena, California. The title of this talk will be 鈥淢ultipixel Imaging of Exoplanets with the Solar Gravitational Lens.鈥 The flier is available here, which includes the Zoom details.


Get to know GSC102120

Get to know GSC!

Join us at 4 p.m. today (Wednesday, Oct. 21), for a virtual meet-and-greet with fellow graduate students and your Graduate Student Council (GSC) representatives!

The Graduate Student Council meets biweekly to discuss issues and solutions to problems faced by graduate students. However, many graduate students are not aware of GSC. We invite you to hang out virtually and network with the great community of graduate students at WSU. We also want to hear the concerns and challenges facing you this semester 鈥 many other graduate students are facing the same problems, and we can work together to get through these tough times.

Bring any questions or ideas you may have for the GSC. We look forward to meeting you!

If you have any questions, contact DV Suresh Koppisetty at gsc.eventcoordinator@wichita.edu.


History Department fall lecture will address the global impact of the 19th Amendment

The Department of History's fall lecturer will be Dr. Mona L. Siegel, professor of history at California State University, Sacramento. Her talk, "The Global History of the 19th Amendment," will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, via Zoom.

Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android at . Password: 146780

For more information, email robin.henry@wichita.edu.


Pumpkin Run map

Join runners from North America in this year's virtual Pumpkin Run

Campus Recreation is excited to share that runners from 12 states and one province will participate in this year's virtual run. It isn't too late to sign up and join in the fun of the 2020 Pumpkin Run.


Self-Care Sunday 102520

Relax and decompress with Self Care Sunday: Decompression Yoga

Self-Care Sundays offer students the opportunity to unwind and reset at the end of each month, leaving them refreshed for the month ahead. In partnership with Campus Recreation, Student Affairs and Shocker Strong will offer a yoga session for relaxation and decompression at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25. Yoga mats will be provided, and beginners are welcome! Learn more and RSVP at .

UNIVERSITY LIFE

Dog walk

Come join us for a Halloween Dog Walk for local rescues!

A group of 红领巾瓜报 students are putting on a Halloween Walk for your dog from 2-4 p.m. Saturday Oct. 24, at Harrison Park. All proceeds from this event will be donated to three local rescues, Beauties and Beasts, Hope in the Valley, and Save the Kitties.

Bring your dog in costume for a chance to win great prizes. There鈥檚 a cover charge to enter. There will be homemade dog treats available for purchase. All proceeds from the dog treats will be donated.

Come join as for a fun afternoon with your dog!


Health Professions blood drive

College of Health Professions to host blood drives as part of 50th anniversary celebration

The College of Health Professions is hosting two blood drives with the Red Cross to celebrate our college鈥檚 50th anniversary. The blood drives will be Thursday, Nov. 5 on the main campus and WSU Old Town. Both locations will have ample room for social distancing, and donors will receive COVID-19 antibody testing.

Our goal is to get 50 donors for our 50 years as a college. Help us save lives and get 鈥50 for 50鈥 鈥 sign up today to donate!

9 a.m.-3 p.m. on the WSU Main Campus, 261 Rhatigan Student Center

Schedule your appointment at 

Sponsor Code: 红领巾瓜报 or call 1-800-Red-Cross

11 a.m.-5 p.m. in WSU Old Town, 213 N. Mead, Red Cross Bus

Schedule your appointment at 

Sponsor Code: WSU Old Town or call 1-800-Red-Cross


Ceramics holiday sale

WSU Ceramic Guild invites you to join us at our annual holiday sale!

Come stop by and check out handmade pottery produced by students and faculty. The Annual Holiday Pottery Sale will be held from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 in 105 Henrion Hall.

If you have any questions regarding the sale, feel free to reach out to us at ceramicsguild.wsu@gmail.com or on instagram @wsuceramicsguild.


Hot cocoa and bake sale

First-Generation Student Organization hot cocoa and bake sale!

First-Generation Student Organization is having a Hot Cocoa & Bake sale. Look for a table on the east side of the RSC. We will have cookies, brownies, and Rice Krispy treats as well as hot cocoa! Dates and times are:

1-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26

1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28

3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3

1:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5

RESEARCH

Are you a parent of a teenager?

Are you a parent of a teenager? If so, this may be a great opportunity for your child to experience what it is like being a part of an online research study.

The INSPYRE Research lab at 红领巾瓜报 is conducting a study to explore what makes relationships healthy or unhealthy in teens. The survey will only take about 20 minutes to complete, and a small prize will be given for participation.

Teens must be between the ages of 13-19 and be fluent in English. For easy access, teens can complete this study online, but they need their parent鈥檚 permission first.

For more information, click the  to find the Parent Permission (Consent) Form.

If you have any questions, email Dr. Samantha Gregus, director of the INSPYRE lab at inspyre@wichita.edu, or give them a call at 316-978-6180.

INSPYRE

SPECIAL OFFERS

Long sleeve tees online 102220

Now being offered online - $12 long sleeve tees

Now being offered in RSC store and online at ! Starting at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, the Shocker Store will have two styles of long sleeve tees for $12 each, while supplies last. Sale is in store at RSC location and online at shockerstore.com.

If you order online, you can pick up in store for free! Offer not valid with other discounts or promotions and all sales are final.

Keep up to date on the .


LAS scavenger hunt

Learn about Fairmount College, win prize in scavenger hunt

红领巾瓜报's Department of Anthropology has created a scavenger hunt as a fun way to learn about Fairmount College's 125-year history. 

From now through the end of January 2021, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to participate in this fun event that begins on campus and ends at Maple Grove Cemetery at 1000 N. Hillside, where many faculty and staff from the early years of Fairmount College are buried. 

Students who complete the scavenger hunt will be entered into a drawing for an iPad on Feb. 1, 2021. Faculty and staff participants will be entered into a monthly drawing for a Shocker Store gift card.

Have fun, stay safe and good luck! For more information, go to .


Regalia package at Shocker StoreSave with regalia packages from the Shocker Store

Are you graduating in November? Now through Nov. 6, you can bundle your regalia items and save! The Shocker Store offers Greenweaver regalia bundles for bachelors, masters, specialist and doctorate degrees.

Visit us in store (RSC location only) or on our 鈥済raduation鈥 tab at shockerstore.com for specific pricing and details. For more information, email shockerstore@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7021.


5 Days of DIYs

Register to receive 5 Days of DIYs!

We love DIYS and we know you do too! Register to receive a 5 Days of DIYs kit to get you through the last week of in-person classes or to take with you over the break! Registrants will receive a make at home kit including five different DIY projects, some SAC swag, and some other little treats to make the break before finals bearable.

You can choose to pick up your kit in Student Involvement at the Rhatigan Student Center between Nov. 10-13 or have it mailed to your home address. All registrants that choose to pick up their kit will be contacted via email to select a pick-up time. Once you have your kit, follow along with our social media where we鈥檒l walk you through how to create each day鈥檚 DIY throughout the week. Then, show off your creations on your own pages! Be sure to tag SAC when you post!

One kit per person with WSU ID - priority will be given to students. Registration is open now and closes Friday, Nov. 6, or until supplies last. For more information about SAC-sponsored events, go to or contact us at SAC@wichita.edu.


Pink merchandise

Pink merchandise from the Shocker Store to benefit Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month! For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, who provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area.

There is a short sleeve tee ($10), a long sleeve tee ($12) and pajama pants ($20). This offer is good while supplies last and valid at both the RSC and Braeburn Square locations and online at . No discounts accepted on this merchandise.


Bowling games Rewards Program

$1.50 bowling games on Fridays for rewards members

Members of the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes Eat.Drink.Play. Rewards Program can enjoy $1.50 bowling games every Friday during the month of October. Not a rewards member? Joining is free and easy, simply visit today and ask!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Shocks for Socks

Join us for Shocks for Socks during Homecoming Week

Join us for Shocks for Socks during Homecoming Week! Drop off new adult and children鈥檚 hats, socks, and gloves in the boxes located in the RSC, Shocker Store, Shocker Hall, The Suites, and The Flats. All donations will be given to the Lord鈥檚 Diner.

For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu.


Community Service Board meetingsCommunity Service Board (CSB) membership meetings

Have you ever thought about volunteering? Join the Community Service Board for our virtual meetings every Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. During meetings you will have a chance to learn about CSB's service events and about ways you can become involved. All meetings will be held virtually; sign-up at Wichita.edu/CSB.

Still have questions? Email CSB@Wichita.edu.


Toys for Tots 2020

Please help less fortunate children this Christmas

Our Toys for Tots toy drive is happening now until Dec. 16! We had fantastic support last year ending with a box brimming over with toys. We helped so many underprivileged children in Wichita. Let's shoot to double it this year!

You can stop by the Campus Credit Union lobby between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, to donate.


Meals on Wheels

Volunteer opportunity with Meals on Wheels

Join the Community Service Board delivering meals with Meals on Wheels. For more information, go to .