Category: University Life

Experience the entire month-long celebration as students return to campus to begin the fall 2021 semester.

Welcomefest takes place during the first four weeks of each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Back to School Bash, Clash of the Colleges, and Involvement Fair.

Hosted by various student groups and campus departments, most events are free and give all students a chance to get acquainted with each other, learn their way around campus, and find ways to connect with the community.

WSU Student Improv Club will again take place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Wilner Auditorium (room 204). The club will meet outdoors as needed.

There will also be WSU Student Improv Discord available for participants to join a chat, view scheduling, and for access to the auditorium.

For more information, contact wsustudentimprov@gmail.com.

Do you have a love for food? An undying curiosity for the world around you? Are you interested in learning about packaged food from around the world? Wichita State’s Exotic Packaged Food Appreciation Society is looking for members to fill leadership roles and sample new food at our club meetings.

From jerky to candy, ramen to soda, members will get to taste a rich variety of packaged food, learn about the packaging process, materials used, sustainability and the future of the snacks we love so much.

For more information or to become a member, email mnbastian@shockers.wichita.edu.

This unique museum displays cultural objects from all over the world. All of the exhibits were created by students and new exhibits are installed every spring semester.  The collection is also available for research by students and faculty.

The Holmes Museum of Anthropology is located in Neff Hall. The main gallery is located on the first floor, and there are exhibit cases and photo exhibits throughout the building. The main gallery is  open Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment and is always free. For more information, you can explore our website www.wichita.edu/holmesmuseum or email holmes.museum@wichita.edu.

The following are summer hours for Ablah Library:

• May 17-31
  • Monday through Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 1-5 p.m.
  • Sunday: Closed
• June 1-July 23
  • M through Thursday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 1-7 p.m.
• July 24-Aug. 15
  • Monday through Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 1-5 p.m.
  • Sunday: Closed

For more info on all libraries’ hours, visit libraries.wichita.edu/hours or call our information line at (316) 978-3481.

Bust some stress with Wellness Services during Finals Week. With free massages, popcorn, bubble wrap, bubbles, and more swag, stress doesn’t stand a chance. Stop by the Heskett center from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, May 10, Wednesday, May 12, and Friday, May 14.

The INSPYRE research lab (directed by Dr. Samantha Gregus) is currently recruiting undergraduate mentors for a three-hour service course in psychology (PSY 608) for the fall 2021 semester.

Prior to enrolling in PSY 608 (Special Investigations) mentors are required to…

• Pass an interview and background check.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Have lunch availability from noon to 2 p.m. at least twice a week.

Mentors will receive training at the beginning of the course and a grade at the end based on attendance and completion of assignments. We are interested in recruiting mentors from any college and major. For more information, please contact the INSPYRE research lab at inspyre@wichita.edu.

Teams of two to four people will work together during this one-day, virtual design challenge hosted by the College of Innovation and Design, in partnership with the Kansas Business Group on Health, to answer the question, “How might we make it easier to connect rural residents to their doctor to provide daily health information?”

You have almost completed the semester. Are you ready for summer break? While we hope you take time to relax and take care of yourself, remember that summer can be a great opportunity to gain some ground toward graduation. Use your summer wisely

• Consider enrolling in a summer course or two
• Research what applied learning experiences you could complete
• Create next year’s academic, financial and student experience plans
• Set goals for next year.

We wish you the best during finals. If you are graduating, congratulations. We look forward to seeing the rest of you this summer and next fall!