Author: Caelin Bragg

The Shocker Store is selling a new T-shirt in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each one sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, who provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. The tee is available at both the Rhatigan Student Center and Braeburn Square stores and online.

Plus, you can participate in an Instagram giveaway for a $25 Shocker Store gift card for Breast Cancer Month, and for each entry to the giveaway, the Shocker Store will donate $1 to Victory in the Valley. How to enter:

• Step one: Take a photo of yourself either in the RSC pink photobooth or wearing the breast cancer tee
• Step two: Post it to Instagram and tag @the_shocker_store

One entry per person. Contest runs through Oct. 31, and three winners will be drawn and notified Nov. 3.

The offer is good while supplies last. No discounts accepted on this merchandise.

Wichita Repertory Theater and WSU Opera Theater join forces to present Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus,” a thrilling drama about genius, envy and the transformative power of music for two weeks only, Oct. 10-19 at Oliver Place, 2512 N. Oliver St. Specific times and dates are below:

• 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10/11 and 17/18
• 2 p.m. Oct. 12 and 19

Narrated by court composer Antonio Salieri — the self-described “patron saint of mediocrities” — the play pits his ambition against the brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, raising timeless questions about artistry, faith and the cost of greatness. Seating is reserved. For the best selection, purchase tickets on ICT Rep’s website.

Join the next physics seminar from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1 in 127 Jabara Hall. The seminar features James Dellinger, Environmental Test Lab director, who will present a talk geared towards undergraduates in physics, engineering and related STEM fields to showcase the exciting and impactful work and opportunities at the Environmental Test Lab.

The seminar series brings several speakers to WSU each semester and is funded by the Eddy and April Lucas Fund, Wichita.

Wu’s Birthday Bash returns this Shocktoberfest from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the Rhatigan Student Center east atrium. Stop by the celebratory event for cupcakes, pizza, birthday goodies and giveaways. Lucky folks who are around between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. may even get their photo taken with the birthday guest.

Shocktoberfest continues through Saturday, Oct. 4 and closes out with a performance by Lupe Fiasco at Shocker Madness. View the entire schedule of events at wichita.edu/shocktoberfest.

All benefits-eligible state employees must participate in Open Enrollment. Log in to the Member Administration Portal to make your elections.

Virtual and in-person presentations will be offered:

• Oct. 3: Virtual presentation at 9 a.m.
• Oct. 7: In person presentation at 3 p.m. in 301 Rhatigan Student Center, Gridley Room

This is a very busy time, so the Total Rewards team is not available for walk-in traffic or to make individual appointments regarding Open Enrollment. Take advantage of the scheduled virtual and in-person presentations, as well as on-demand options. For additional information, visit the Open Enrollment website. Any questions should be directed to TotalRewards@wichita.edu.

The entrance to campus on Memorial Drive at Hillside Street will be closed from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2 for Memorial ’70. Refer to the campus map to find another route to campus that morning.

Leo Wetta, investment adviser representative with Voya Financial, will be available for in-person meetings at Wichita State Monday, Oct. 6. Faculty and staff can get one-on-one advising and review their Voya Financial accounts as part of their KBOR retirement plan, or new employees can receive assistance in enrolling in their KBOR plan.

If you are interested in meeting with Leo, you can schedule a time to meet and select the “Wichita State University – Rhatigan Student Center Room 238 (Meeker Room)” location. Time slots are limited, so reserve a time soon. For questions, you can call Voya Financial Advisors at 316-686-2428.

One of the most defining aspects of Shocker Nation is our athletics programs, made up of your peers, and with your Shocker ID, you get admission to all home athletics events at no additional charge, thanks to the Student Government Association. This week, you can attend the conference champions Shocker volleyball team’s home opener against Tulsa at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 in Charles Koch Arena.

As part of the Kansas Board of Regents’ Apply Free Days, prospective students who are Kansas residents can submit an application for free to Wichita State now through Wednesday, Oct. 8.

The application is for degree-bound, undergraduate admission. Fill out your application now, or submit a previously started application, to have your application fee waived until Oct. 8.

Learn more about Apply Free Days from the Kansas Board of Regents. The fee waiver is for Kansas residents only.

As part of the Kansas Board of Regents’ Apply Free Days, prospective students who are Kansas residents can submit an application for free to Wichita State next week starting Monday Oct. 6 through Oct. 8.

The application is for degree-bound, undergraduate admission. Applications can be started at any time and saved for completion later, so you can start your application now and wait to submit until the Apply Free Days to have your application fee waived.

Learn more about Apply Free Days from the Kansas Board of Regents. The fee waiver is for Kansas residents only.