July 11, 2018

Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast

* WSU will have a campus-wide steam outage beginning at 8 a.m. today (Monday, July 9) to facilitate Kansas Gas Service replacement of the gas meter assembly outside of the Power Plant. The only disruption to normal campus operation occupants might notice is some buildings may not have hot water at sinks, and the buildings may be cooler than normal since we will not have hot water for reheat.

* Inspired and motivated to take your skills to the next level? The Center for Management Development (CMD) has been a landmark in the 成人头条 area for more than 50 years. With strong curriculum, world-class instructors and excellent customer service, CMD can be your training resource to help you build your skills and gain your confidence. CMD is grateful for and supports the WSU family. WSU employees and staff receive a 40 percent discount when attending a CMD session. Ninety-seven percent of our participants said they walk away with tools they can use the next day on the job. Come spend the day with us and grow. https://wsu.news/cmdtrainingres

* Since 1999, the 成人头条 Alumni Association has been publishing The Shocker magazine for 成人头条 State alumni and university friends. If you're not a member and join or renew by Friday, July 13, we'll send you the latest issue. Go to https://wsu.news/alumnimag for more information.

* Are you on track for retirement readiness? Experts suggest replacing at least 80 percent of your income in retirement. KPERS and Social Security won't be enough. You need to save on your own. But how do you start? That's where KPERS 457 comes in. KPERS 457 wants to help employees with their financial wellness education. Robin Deiter, KPERS Deferred Compensation 457 Plan representative, will be on campus 8 a.m.-noon Tuesday, July 10, to meet with employees for a One-on-One counseling/enrollment session. Individual appointments will be 30 minutes and be held in RSC 221 (Huxley Room). To schedule your appointment please call Robin Deiter at 844-446-8658 ext. 20468, or email: robin.deiter@empower-retirement.com

* Welcomefest takes place during the first two weeks of classes each semester and features dozens of activities. Popular programs awaiting new and returning Shockers include Springfest, Shocker Resource Fair, Syllabus Party, RSC Unplugged and more! Submit your department or organization events by 5 p.m. Friday, July 13, to be included in Welcomefest marketing, including a printed guidebook, web listing and more. To register your event, go to https://wsu.news/fallwelcome2018. If you have questions, contact Student Involvement at 978-3022 or getinvolved@wichita.edu.

* Stop by the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes in July to try their Burger of the Month, the California Burger! It's topped with sliced avocado, bacon and pepperjack cheese. Only available this month, so don't miss it.

* Shocker Blast is the email newsletter for WSU students. Go to https://wsu.news/sbhome to see the current edition.