Category: Events and Recreation

SHPEtinas will be hosting a Masquerade Baile at 7 p.m. March 28 at the Marcus Welcome Center. The event is an opportunity for students to come together for an evening of music, dancing and socializing in an elegant setting. The baile will feature free food, a 360-degree photo booth and a mocktail bar, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere for attendees.

Guests are encouraged to dress in semi-formal attire, and masks will be provided to enhance the masquerade theme .El Sembradillo Collective will provide music, ensuring a dynamic and festive experience. SHPEtinas aims to bring students together through culturally enriching and engaging events like this one. The Masquerade Baile is open to all who want to celebrate in a welcoming and inclusive environment. For more details, attendees can reach out to SHPEtinas or follow its social media for updates.

Join the Bangladesh Student Association at 7 p.m. Friday, March 14 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room, in celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan as it shares the unique cultural heritage and flavors of Bengali Muslims. Unlike any other part of the Muslim world, their traditions bring a special touch to the sacred time, filled with rich customs and delicious foods.

Come be a part of this meaningful gathering and immerse yourself in the warmth of community, spirituality and cultural exchange. Celebrate Ramadan together with the Shocker Nation.

Students with their Shocker IDs can get free access to the Gridiron sketch comedy show at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 at Roxy’s Downtown, 412 E. Douglas Ave.

The show consists of multiple satirical acts that look at current events. The theme this year is “Wickedly Funny,” which is a spinoff of the new movie “Wicked.”

Annually, the Gridiron show is created by local journalists. They write the scripts and perform on stage to raise funds for journalism scholarships distributed by the Society of Professional Journalists, Kansas Pro Chapter. 

For more information, visit the Gridiron website or contact info@wichitagridiron.com.

Students looking to practice for the 2025 Kansas MAA Collegiate Mathematics Competition March 29 can attend practices at 5 p.m. every Tuesday in 371 Jabara Hall. For questions, reach out to Dr. Robert Fraser at robert.fraser@wichita.edu.

The 2025 Kansas MAA Collegiate Mathematics Competition is in conjunction with the 2025 MAA Kansas Section Meeting at Emporia State University.

The Public Policy and Management Center (PPMC) is proud to host the 2025 Consortium of University Public Service Organizations (CUPSO) National Conference April 23-25. The premier gathering will bring together university-based public service organizations from across the country to exchange ideas, share research and strengthen the foundation of public service.

This year’s conference theme, “Strong Foundations for Public Service,” will focus on key challenges and opportunities in the areas of operational excellence, innovative strategies and community impact. The event will feature national thought leaders, interactive workshops and networking opportunities designed to advance the work of CUPSO members in serving communities.

“We are honored to host this year’s CUPSO conference in Wichita,” said Misty Bruckner, director of PPMC. “As a hub of innovation and public service, our city is the perfect backdrop for these critical discussions that will shape the future of our communities.”

Key conference highlights include:

• Directors’ and staff roundtables on public service challenges and opportunities
• Plenary sessions featuring national leaders in public service and policy
• Breakout discussions on best practices in community impact and university engagement
• Poster showcase of innovative public service research
• Networking and cultural experiences in the heart of Wichita

The conference will also provide an opportunity to showcase Wichita’s commitment to public service, research and civic innovation, reinforcing the city’s role as a leader in university-driven community engagement.

Join Shockers Vote for a Deliberate Dialogue Dinner from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 31 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

The evening will be filled with good food, community dialogue, advocacy and individual strengths conversations. Shockers Vote hopes for this event to inspire participants and provide them with deeper connections to the WSU community.

Register for your spot on ShockerSync. Email csb.grad@wichita.edu with any questions you may have.

Feeling the pressure as deadlines pile up? The Procrastination Prevention Night event from 6 p.m. to midnight Wednesday, March 26 at Ablah Library is your chance to stay on track and finish strong.

Whether you’re juggling papers, projects or assignments — or stuck in a class because of academic requirements — the late-night study session is here to help. University Libraries is offering drop-in services for librarians, success coaches and tutoring, as well as arts and crafts, games and more.

This is your opportunity to jumpstart your work, tackle your to-do list and ease the stress of the semester.

Sponsored by the Shocker Learning Center and University Libraries.

Come get creative with the Wichita Honors Events & Activities Team (WHEAT) for its first event, a craft night. Join your pears from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 7 at the Honors College in Shocker Hall to relax, create and connect after a busy week of classes. Free snacks will be provided.

Join the Shockers Vote Coalition for a presentation and discussion about U.S. election and security from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. Shockers Vote will host David Levine, senior fellow at University of Maryland’s Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement, for a discussion about U.S. election’s security and integrity with a focus on access, legitimacy and security.

The event is open to all WSU staff, students, faculty and community. For more information email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.

About the speaker: David Levine works to ensure that eligible voters can vote, free and fair elections are perceived as legitimate, and election processes are properly administered and secured. He is also an election security adjunct professor at George Mason University, an advisory committee member for the Global Cyber Alliance’s Cybersecurity Toolkit for Elections, an advisory council member for The Election Reformers Network, a member of the Election Verification Network and a contributor to the Fulcrum. Previously, he worked as the senior elections integrity fellow at the German Marshall Fund’s Alliance for Securing Democracy, where he assessed vulnerabilities in electoral infrastructure, administration and policies. And before that he was the Ada County, Idaho Elections Director, managing the administration of all federal, state, county and local district elections for 25% of the state’s population.

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes from noon to 2 p.m. every Friday for a Friday Escape activity to start your weekend. Activities will vary each week.

For Friday, March 7, enjoy $3 cosmic bowling games with free rental shoes.