Back-to-school looks a little different at Wichita State. The first four weeks after returning to campus, students can expect a healthy mix of celebration and information aptly named "Welcomefest."

The full list of events is extensive, but the following are a few to bookmark for any student looking to get the most out of the beginning of the semester.

It's time to party! Any student with a myWSU ID is invited to rock the Rhatigan Student Center parking garage rooftop. Live music, food and free shirts for the first students in attendance are provided!

There are plenty of opportunities to get acquainted with Wichita State's clubs, organizations and student resources during Welcomefest. Welcome Tables are set up across the walkways from the RSC to Shocker Hall. Be on the lookout for tabling inside the RSC and Shocker Hall throughout the year as organizations look to get acquainted with new students! Plus, fun giveaways and freebies are a norm from our awesome Shocker organizations!

THE event of the semester. Clash of the Colleges is a competition to see who rules the school between Wichita State's six academic colleges decked out in their respective colors: Business (red), Applied Studies (blue), Engineering (green), Fine Arts (purple), Health Professions (orange) and Liberal Arts & Sciences (yellow).

New students who register can represent their college in the battle that includes team sports, relay races and more! The in-person Clash takes place at Cessna Stadium.

Ice-cold root beer and hot dogs are on the menu for this popular event hosted by the Shocker Career Accelerator (SCA). This is not only a great opportunity to relax with great food and drink, but to network with a wide variety of local and regional employers and learn about the resources SCA offers to Shockers. Plus, SCA hosts several job fairs and events throughout the year for students!

There are a TON of other events during Welcomefest designed for students to have fun while getting settled into campus life. Make sure to check out the full list!