Author: Caelin Bragg

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.

Shockers — it’s time to complete your 2026-27 Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The FAFSA helps you unlock thousands of dollars to help fund your college education, and the earlier you submit, the more likely you are to receive all the scholarships you are eligible for.​

Don’t know where to start? Reach out to the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships in 203 Jardine Hall, who will assist you in completing your FAFSA and going over your financial plan.

Commemorate the week’s activities with your very own custom Shocktoberfest pillow. Stop by the RSC atrium starting at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30 to build your own. Materials are limited to one per person with Shocker ID, while supplies last.

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.

Kick-off Shocktoberfest at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29 at the north patio of the Rhatigan Student Center. Shocktoberfest is Wichita State’s annual celebration of Shocker Pride and the kick-off features music, food, activities and giveaways. WSU students can check-in for a chance to win an Insta360, receive a food ticket for the walking taco bar and pick-up their official Shocktoberfest T-shirt while supplies last.  

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.