Category: Events and Recreation

Join the Shocker Career Accelerator at its new home in the Milly Marcus Annex at the Marcus Welcome Center from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22 with remarks at 4 p.m.

Explore the new Shocker Experience Walkway, which guides students from Admissions through their college journey, leading to the Shocker Career Accelerator and onto the main campus.

The come-and-go event is open to students, faculty, staff and employers. It’s an excellent opportunity to tour the office, hear about services and learn about the renewed focus on applied learning. Enjoy light refreshments and meet the team.

Join the Department of Sociology for the 11th annual Kansas Gender & Sexuality Conference Friday, Oct. 18 on the third floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

The free, interdisciplinary, state-wide conference brings together scholars, community organizations and students/future professionals to discuss gender and sexuality related work and issues in Kansas.

Attendees are welcome to attend the full conference or to join this year’s keynote featuring Dr. Meg Paceley, a social worker and scholar engaged in research that examines factors in the social environment (e.g. families, communities) and broader systems (e.g. policies, societal rhetoric) and their relationship to queer and trans youth’s mental and physical health. Their keynote, titled “Health, Activism, Community, and Resistance in an Era of Anti-LGBTQ+ Policy, Legislation, and Rhetoric,” will take place at 4 pm in 305/306 RSC, Beggs Ballroom, followed by a small reception with the speaker.

Campus Recreation is excited to invite friends from Innovation Campus to participate in its annual 5k Pumpkin Run on Oct. 19. Innovation Campus partners can save $5 on registration with code: connection2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.

Wichita State’s Community Engagement Institute (CEI) turns 40 years old this year. Join the institute from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28 at NICHE (124 S. Broadway) as it commemorates the four decades of navigating the successes and lessons learned that have shaped where it is now. The evening will be filled with reflection, gratitude and excitement for the journey ahead. Special guests include President Rick Muma and Shirley Lefever, executive vice president and provost.

The Community Engagement Institute will:

• Applaud its past: Reflecting on the individuals, efforts and impact that have shaped its historical journey.
• Appreciate its “now”: Expressing gratitude for the current work, collaborative efforts and immediate impact it is making.
• Ascend to its future: Anticipating and embracing the possibilities that lie ahead as it looks forward to the future.

“We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you — our inspiring staff, both past and present, our friends and families — and our valued partners who, through our collective efforts, have helped advance CEI’s mission of building vibrant communities and dynamic organizations that are supported, connected and empowered to drive meaningful progress,” said Dr. Scott Wituk, executive director.

Join Campus Recreation for a night of frightful fun Oct. 25 at the Heskett Center. Participate in glow yoga at 7 p.m. Then enjoy a haunted house, movies, games, snacks and more from 8 to 11 p.m.

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes from noon to 2 p.m. every Friday for a new Friday escape. Activities will vary each week. For Friday, Oct. 18, play some free bingo for a chance to win a prize.

Join the Military and Veteran Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 in 318 Shocker Success Center to celebrate the 249th anniversary of the U.S. Navy.

The Military and Veteran Center will host an all-day, come-and-go event to honor those who have served and those currently serving in the Navy. The Navy was established on Oct. 13, 1775. The Military and Veteran Center will have a gift basket drawing for this event as well.

In honor of National Transfer Student Week, transfer students can join Student Success for a day at the Sedgwick County Zoo Oct. 26. Reserve free tickets for you and a guest to explore one of Wichita’s award-winning attractions.

Tickets are only valid between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 26. Deadline to RSVP is Monday, Oct. 21.

Campus Recreation invites students to participate in the annual 5K Pumpkin Run Saturday, Oct. 19. And save $5 on registration with the code: shockerblast2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.

Campus Recreation invites faculty and staff to participate in the annual 5K Pumpkin Run Saturday, Oct. 19. And save $5 on registration with the code: wsutoday2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.