Category: Events and Recreation

Join the Rhatigan Student Center for its live music series, Monday Melodies. The last Monday of every month, the RSC will host live music in the building. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, March 31, enjoy live music from Sterling Gray in Starbucks Lounge.

Spectrum’s annual Pride Prom is fast approaching. Everyone is welcome to uplift and celebrate the magical evening from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, April 12 in the Marcus Welcome Center Ballroom and dance the night away.

Formal or semiformal wear is encouraged, and attendees may dress on theme if they choose “Captured by the Fae.”

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting its next Pee for Pizza event. It will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 2 at the Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA. Pee for Pizza promotes sexual health awareness, supports students’ health and prevents the spread of STIs. Get free pizza when you get free testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia by giving a urine sample. Pizza is provided to all participants.

Cosponsored by Positive Direction and Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, Pee for Pizza is by reservation only. Appointments can be made through the myShockerhealth portal or by calling 316-978-4792. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing. For more information contact SHS at 316-978-4792. Other testing is available upon request.

The Cohen Honors College Student Council, Faculty Council and deans cordially invite faculty and staff to the Cohen Honors College General Assembly and First-Year Colloquium Celebration in the Beggs Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 2.

The event is celebrating 10 years of the Cohen Honors College along with all of the Honors Eras since the 1957 start of the Honors Program at Wichita State. Be sure to wear your name tag, if you have one.

Program outline:

Approximately 140 first-year students (including transfers) gathered twice each semester for the Honors Colloquium. The final gathering is open to current students, faculty and staff and will serve as the College General Assembly for the year.

• 3:30 p.m.: Welcome
• State of the College presentation
• 3:50 p.m.: Recognition of first-year students and graduating seniors in groups by college, student names slides
• 4 p.m.: Honors through the Eras photo slideshow

Light refreshments will be served

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the 15th annual Drag Show from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, April 4 at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. The 1950s themed expressive performance will be hosted by headliner Loosey Laduca of the 15th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race. With a lineup of local and regional drag talent, expect to see multiple performances, 50s-inspired fashion and plenty of surprises.

Whether you’re a die-hard drag show fan or a newcomer, this is a night you won’t want to miss. So, grab your poodle skirts, leather jackets and be prepared to snap your fingers, tap your feet and shout out for more as we celebrate 15 years of fabulous drag.

Ticket rates:
$5 for WSU students with a Shocker ID
$10 for faculty/staff
$15 for the general public

Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. Tickets may be purchased at the door with credit card or Apple Pay and no cash for tickets will be accepted. Cash is encouraged for tipping, and bring your own change.

Hosted by the SAC, Spectrum LGBTQ + and Allies and ADI.

The annual Drag Show contains mature content. Patrons attending must be at least 18 years old.

The second annual Shockers Got Talent will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 28 in the CAC Theater. This year’s show will feature 12 amazing student acts including singers, pianists and cultural dances. The top three winners will receive scholarships in the amounts of $1,000, $800, and $500 respectively.

2025 Shockers Got Talent acts:

• Sena, performing “Popular” by Ariana Grande
• Kailer Megrail, performing “No Good Deed” by Stephen Schwartz
• Beyonce Jani, performing “All of Me” by John Legend
• KVersity, dancing to “Lullaby” by GOT7
• Kass Lewis, performing “Oscar Winning Tears” by RAYE
• Neighbors with Guitars, performing “If You Buy Me Flowers” by Hannah Schwemmer
• Taylor Sims, performing “My Mind” by YEBBA
• Noah Carter, performing “All of Me” by Noah Carter
• Toomaj Amiri, performing “Age Ye Rooz” by Faramarz Aslani
• Kodi Baxter, performing “I Never Could Let Anyone In” by Kodi Baxter
• Skylar and the Strings, performing “The Person You’ve Become” by Skylar Isenegger
• Evelyn Ochoa, performing “Bloodsucker” by Cil

Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is free to students with a Shocker ID, $5 for faculty/staff/children 12 and under, $8 for general publics. Tickets can be purchased with credit, debit, Apple Pay or cash.

Shockers Got Talent is sponsored by the Traditions Committee of the Student Activities Council. For more information about this event, email sac@wichita.edu or call 316-978-3022.

Join Sexual Health, Advocacy, Resources, and Education (SHARE) for bingo night with exciting prizes that promote safe sex from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24 in room 319 of the RSC. You’ll have the chance to win items such as a condom bouquet, a giant bottle of lube and a variety of safe sex supplies. 

The Graduate Student Association BME, Biomedical Engineering Society, and 3D Printed Prosthetics invite the campus community to an exclusive event showcasing the cutting-edge research conducted in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Wichita State University’s College of Engineering. Tours are from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 4 in room 264 of the John Bardo Center.

This event is designed to foster a strong research culture at Wichita State, connect students with available research resources, and support the university’s goal of achieving R1 status with a focus on research excellence.

ChatGPT feels like a miracle for job-seekers — instant resumes, cover letters and more. But there’s a dark side to using AI in the job search: It can actually hurt your chances if you use it the wrong way. Join OpenAI’s first education partner and a former hiring manager at LinkedIn and Khan Academy, Jeremy Schifeling, to understand ChatGPT from an employer’s perspective, including:

• The right way to use AI — from the best prompting techniques to the best models for every stage of your search.
• The biggest pitfalls of ChatGPT — and how to avoid them so your resume doesn’t get automatically rejected.
• How to find your perfect career path, your most important resume keywords and your best interview prep plan of attack — all by choosing the right AI tool at the right time.

“ChatGPT for Job-Seekers: The Right Way to Use AI to Accelerate Your Search,” is noon-1 p.m. Thursday, April 17. The free virtual event is sponsored by the Shocker Career Accelerator and Graduate School. 

Dr. Dinorah Azpuru, professor of political science, will lead a discussion on U.S. and Latin America updates at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27 in 417 Lindquist Hall. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Email Dr. Alexandra Middlewood at alexandra.middlewood@wichita.edu for dietary accommodations or any questions.