Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast Reminders, deadlines, events and Shocker Blast

* The WSU Office of Research invites you to its first Research Workshop, "The Anatomy of a Patent" workshop from noon-1:30 p.m. today (Friday, Sept. 8) in 405 Jardine Hall. This is a brown bag event, so bring your lunch.

* Campus Ministry Connect is partnering with UMCOR and University United Methodist Church to provide an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to give toward Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts. Any financial donation is welcome. Go to http://bit.ly/2vJ8og7 to see where to donate.

* Please invite interested students to attend a Washington, D.C., and Topeka Internship Information Session at 12:30 p.m. today (Friday, Sept. 8) in 417 Lindquist Hall.

* Heidi Bell, assistant professor in the Department of Human Performance Studies, was selected to discuss her research regarding tongue strength with Ira Flatow, host of NPR's Science Friday, from 2:06 to 2:19 p.m. today (Friday, Sept. 8). Bell's research suggests that tongue muscles (there are eight of them) can be strengthened just as any other muscles in the body, an important consideration as people age. Science Friday, a weekly science radio show is broadcast starting at 1 p.m. each Friday on KMUW 89.1.

* Looking for a way to save money while doing business with other proud Shockers? Look for the ShockStop decal on the front of local businesses for a guaranteed 10 percent discount. Follow the link to the ShockStop webpage at http://www.wichita.edu/ShockStop and see participating merchants. It is an expanding list. If you don't see your favorite establishment, ask them to sign up.

* If you plan to attend and eat the provided lunch at the CUW event on Wednesday, Sept. 13, in the front lobby of the Experiential Engineering Building, please register by the end of today (Friday, Sept. 8). The cost is $10 for members and guests. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5847 to register or send your cash / check to Danielle Durham at campus box 2.

* Plan to attend the 3rd Annual Mini-Wellness Fair at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, on the RSC north patio. WSU health-related resources will be available for information on services and freebies. Enter the raffle to win a free Fitbit Alta!

* Already thinking about fall weather? Stop by the University Bookstore this week for a sale on sweatshirts. All crew, hoodie and full zip sweatshirts are 20 percent off this week, in store only.

* Shocker Blast is the email newsletter for WSU students. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/shockerblast to see the current edition.