Year: 2024

Join the School of Performing Arts for a unique opportunity to engage with international guest artist from Universidad Veracruzana, Karina Eguia. For an immersive experience, catch a live performance of “Borderline” from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 in the Litwin Theatre of the Heskett Center Dance Studios, showcasing exceptional talent and cultural artistry.

“Borderline” is a solo theatre performance whose text arises from collective creation. It is based in Mexico, but the creative development occurred in artist residencies in Barcelona and Madrid. The title of the work defines the conflict of the central character, Georgina Blanco, who is a victim of the personality disorder known as Borderline. This disorder is characterized primarily by emotional dysregulation; individuals often have extremely polarized thoughts and chaotic interpersonal relationships.

Learn more about the history of the partnership with Universidad Veracruzana.

“Saturdays are for the Shockers!” Wear your Greek letters, bring your friends and be ready to cheer louder than ever before for your peers at Shocker volleyball at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Charles Koch Arena. The first 300 students will receive a pair of WSU pit vipers.

And WSU students can grab tickets to all home Shocker Athletics games at no additional charge with their Shocker IDs, thanks to the Student Government Association.

The Jo Zakas Musical Theatre Incubator Program presents, “Express,” an immersive musical by Arri Simon (composer) and Janine McGuire (lyricist), at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 in the Welbacher Theatre at the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. “Express” is a transportive new musical that unfolds entirely within the bustling confines of the New York City subway on a real-time subway ride. Set against the backdrop of pivotal moments from World War II through the turn of the 21st century, the show traces the journeys of three generations of an American family navigating personal and cultural change.

Originally conceived as a triptych of site-specific musicals staged inside historic subway cars at the New York Transit Museum, the piece has been re-imaged as a unified 75-minute one-act which can be staged in any non-proscenium space. The original score, inspired by the eras spanned in the show, takes the audience on a musical journey from Golden-Era Broadway to ’60s folk and gospel to early hip-hop and millennial pop.

This ensemble-driven piece explores themes of family, identity and the transformative power of everyday moments. With a big heart at its core, “Express” invites audiences to immerse themselves in the heart of New York City’s subway system and reflect on resilience, connection and the shared experiences that shape our lives.

Purchase tickets from the box office or call 316-978-3233. Students at WSU can get a ticket at no additional charge with their Shocker ID, thanks to the Student Government Association.

Are you a STEM student with a passion for research? Join an informative workshop on the Barry Goldwater Scholarship application process from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room.

You’ll have the opportunity to earn how to craft a compelling application and get your questions answered by experts. This event is sponsored by the Graduate School, Cohen Honors College, McNair Scholars Program and the Office of Undergraduate Research. 

RSVP by email at mcnairscholars@wichita.edu or by phone 316-978-3139

The First-Year Seminars (FYS) program will host an informational session at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center, Edmiston Room. The session will describe the process on how to create and teach an FYS class for first-year students.

Teaching an FYS is an excellent opportunity support the academic transition of first-year students to Wichita State and support student success and persistence. For more information, contact Brett Bruner, assistant vice president for Student Success and Persistence, at brett.bruner@wichita.edu.

The Shockers Vote coalition will be hosting a series of upcoming voter registration drives from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 24 and 26 and Oct. 9 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Stop by to check your registration, register to vote and sign-up to receive reminders about voting. While you are there, you can also learn about ways you can get involved with upcoming initiatives sponsored by the Shockers Vote coalition. The Shockers Vote coalition is also available to provide voter engagement information to groups who are interested in learning more about voting.

For more information email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.

Jam the Gym and Yellow Out the Roundhouse for Shocker volleyball at 7 p.m. Friday Sept. 20. The first 500 fans at Charles Koch Arena will receive a yellow Shocker volleyball T-shirt.

And don’t forget to grab your tickets for the game at no additional charge with your Shocker ID, thanks to the Student Government Association. Tickets will be available at the ticket office at game time.

A portion of Lot 16N, the parking lot near Duerksen Fine Arts Center, will be partially closed Friday, Sept. 20 for SAC’s Mini Music Festival. Faculty and staff who typically park in this lot may need to park elsewhere at this time.

Red reserved and ADA stalls are not subject to lot closures and proper use is permitted during this time.

The office of Student Conduct and Community Standards is looking for students to join its Academic Integrity and Student Conduct hearing boards. This is an opportunity to gain community service hours and have a lasting impact on your college campus.

Along with the training to be an active and engaged board member, you will also get to help create the future of what these boards look like. Serving on the Academic Integrity Committee or Student Conduct Board will allow you to meet and work with amazing faculty and staff at WSU, engage with your peers and broaden your network.

If you have any questions or are interested in joining, reach out to Christine Yim at christine.yim@wichita.edu.

Sign up to attend a workshop to name, claim and aim your natural talents from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. Lunch is provided, and there will be awesome prizes looking for new owners.

Reach out to shockerstrengths@wichita.edu or visit the ShockerStrengths webpage for any questions!