Reminders, deadlines and events

* Innovation Campus employees have the opportunity to take a free online professional development course if enrolled by Friday, Sept. 15. Badge programs (http://www.wichita.edu/badges) are designed for working professionals who want to continue learning new skills and technologies to keep up with the needs of employers. The self-directed online courses allow students to go at their own pace each semester. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5842 for more information.

* You are invited to attend a one-day Cybersecurity Forum from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Wichita State's Hughes Metropolitan Complex. The forum, co-sponsored by the College of Engineering, will offer invaluable insight for business and security decision-makers in small businesses, nonprofits and government, and provide a platform for students and educators to engage with industry professionals. Registration is open at https://www.wichitacybersecurityforum.com/

* Wichita State's School of Performing Arts introduces the 2017-18 performance season. For more information about tickets, contact the Fine Arts Box Office at 978-3233 or http://www.wichita.edu/fineartsboxoffice. The Box Office is located in Duerksen Fine Arts Center. Ticket prices vary upon event. WSU students can receive one free ticket per event with a current WSU ID. Check out the 2017-18 performance season at http://www.wichita.edu/j/?5862

* Looking for a way to save money 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 and see participating merchants. Our goal is for our students, staff, faculty and Innovation Campus employees with a Shocker ID to further recognize the support they receive from the business community (restaurants, retail and activities) as a whole. Go to http://www.wichita.edu/ShockStop

* Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes for their Saturday Rent-A-Lane special! All day, every Saturday, you can grab a lane for $15 an hour for up to six people, and shoes are included! Note that availability may vary due to group reservations or special events. Offer is not valid for group reservations. For more information, please call 316-978-3479.