Category: Events and Recreation

Wichita State’s Graduate School invites faculty and staff to bid farewell to associate dean, Dr. Kerry Wilks at reception 2-4 p.m. today at the Rhatigan Student Center (Room 266). Wilks is departing for a new position at the University of Northern Illinois.

Interested in Joining Greek life, then attend the Heart Eyes for Alpha Phi Continuous Open Bidding (COB) event at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5 at the Alpha Phi House. Participants can learn about the group’s philanthropy, sisterhood and values while also enjoying brunch and activities.

To attend, RSVP on Shockersync. For more information, contact alphaphi.gammaxi.vpmr@gmail.com.

Lawrence Ross, author, lecturer and writer of seven books will speak at 6 p.m. today, Feb. 10 at the Rhatigan Student Center (Beggs Ballroom). Ross’ works include the best-seller, “The Divine Nine: The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities,” and “Blackballed: The Black and White Politics of Race on America’s Campuses.” This event is sponsored by WSU Academic Affairs and Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer.

Ross completed his baccalaureate degree in history from the University of California, Los Angeles, and his Master of Fine Arts in screenwriting from the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television.

Ross asks, “Students are ready to talk about campus racism. Are you?”

WSU students, faculty, staff and the Wichita community are invited to attend and participate in this  event as we celebrate Black History Month. Admission to this event is free.

Join the Rho Beta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta during their spring 2022 recruitment week Feb. 7-11. The Rho Beta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta is largest growing Latino-based multicultural organization. During the week, the following events are scheduled:

• 7-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7 at the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) (Room 264), Informational meeting
• 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8 at the RSC and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, FIFA Tournament
• 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9 at the RSC (Room 264), Informational meeting
• 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday Feb. 10 at the RSC (Room 265), Study with the Betas
• 7-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11, Casino Game Night (Invite only)

For more information or to get an invite to get an invitation to Casino Night, contact email rhobeta.slb@wichita.edu.

Filing your taxes doesn’t have to be difficult. Attend the Student Activities Council’s (SAC) Tax Prep 101 class at 6 p.m. March 3 and 9 at the Rhatigan Student Center (Room 203). Registration is required to attend. During the class, a professional will walk participants through how to file their taxes.

For more information, contact sac@wichita.edu. 

Get Shredded, an interactive exhibition by School of Art, Design and Creative Industries Professional Practices and senior exhibition students will be featured 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4 at Wichita State’s ShiftSpace. During the exhibition, participants are invited to write down their negative thoughts and feelings and shred them. ShiftSpace is located at Groover Labs at 334 N. St. Francis.

The students who created the exhibit are Akila Bulgin; Amber Klamm, Anthony Corarro, Austin Storie, Devin Carter, Laura Barwick, Mollykate Geddis, Sarah Kuffler, Scott Jones, Travis Tyson, Zoë Gillis and Xiaokuan Sun.

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting a Pee for Pizza event noon-4 p.m. today, Feb. 2 at the Student Wellness Center. Come submit a urine sample; and while we test it for any signs of STIs,  enjoy some free pizza. Other free STI testing is available upon request.

Call 316-978-4792 to schedule your appointment. Appointments are required to participate.

Invent for the Planet (IFTP) is a competition that will begin at 4 p.m. Feb. 18 and end at 4 p.m. Feb. 20 at the John Bardo Center. During the competition, participants will solve real-world problems for 48 hours.

During the competition, students can form teams of four to six people or they can be placed with other individuals to form a team. All teams will present their solutions to judges for a chance to win more than $500 in prizes.

Meals and snacks will be provided. There are a limited number of spots, so encourage students to sign up soon.

Invent for the Planet (IFTP) is a competition that will begin at 4 p.m. Feb. 18 and end at 4 p.m. Feb. 20 at the John Bardo Center. During the competition, participants will be solve real-world problems for 48 hours. At the same time, students from across the globe will work on the same issues, which allows participants to collaborate and learn from peers all worldwide. Mentors will also be available during the competition.

Participants can form teams of four to six people or they can be placed with other individuals to form a team. All teams will present their solutions to judges for a chance to win more than $500 in prizes.

Meals and snacks will be provided. There are a limited number of spots and registration is required to participate.

The Office of Admissions will host the first of two Black and Yellow Days in spring 2022 9 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 21. Each semester, we invite high school juniors, seniors and college transfer students to experience Shocker Nation. Prospective students in attendance will:

• Explore academic and student life opportunities.
• Hear from current Wichita State students.
• Take a walking tour of campus.
• Check out on-campus housing options.

Prospective students can register at the WSU Visit Wichita website. The event is $15 per student and $5 per guest and includes lunch in Shocker Hall Dining. The next Black and Yellow Day will occur Friday, April 22.

For more information, contact Sarah Brill, event manager and Student Ambassador Society advisor, at 316-978-3638 or Sarah.Brill@wichita.edu.