Category: Events and Recreation

Join in the fight against hunger in the community by creating a one-of-a kind ceramic bowl starting at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 in 106/107 Henrion Hall, using wheel-throwing or hand-building techniques, with help from the WSU Ceramics Guild.

The bowl you make will be donated to the Empty Bowls Chili Cook-off fundraiser, scheduled for Oct. 19.

The Students Activities Council (SAC) presents Shockers After Dark, an evening full of events for everyone, Including mini golf, inflatable axe throwing, bingo, karaoke, hot shot hoops, nugget bar, fry bar and canvas painting.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in the Rhatigan Student Center. The first 50 students through the door will get a free “Shockers After Dark” T-shirt as well.

Join the Office of First-Year Programs for the Shocker State Fair for three Transition Mentor Meetups, the first being from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 at the Charles Koch Arena parking lot.

First-year students, this is your chance to connect with your transition mentor while enjoying a variety of exciting activities, including inflatables, axe throwing, a petting zoo, carnival snacks and more. Don’t miss this free event to have fun and build connections with your mentor and fellow Shockers.

Win big at Big Bingo from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6 at the Charles Koch Arena practice gym, including Stanley’s, electric bike, blenders, dorm kits cheese balls and more.

Admission is free and anyone can play, but only students are eligible to win.

Big Bingo is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For questions about this event, call 316-978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu.

Join the Ambassadors for Diversity and Inclusion (ADI) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Room, and enjoy some free pizza while playing fun games and meeting fellow students.

The Indian Students Association (ISA) is excited to invite Shockers to its Fresher’s Day event for fall 2024 at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31 in 209 Hubbard Hall.

Freshers Day is an unforgettable event filled with informative sessions, engaging games, and delicious food. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet fellow students, learn more about campus life and enjoy some fun activities. Whether you’re new to campus or returning, this event is designed to welcome you and help you feel at home. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect, relax and kick off the semester with your peers.

Join the Graduate School and Kendra Christman of BioKansas for a one-hour virtual professional development session at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Discover effective time management techniques, task prioritization strategies and goal-setting with personalized plans.

Bring a copy of your schedule to maximize the session’s benefits and increase productivity.

Wichita State is hosting a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 and Wednesday, Sept. 4 in the lobby of the Heskett Center.

Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule an appointment. The nation’s blood supply is at critically low levels and a donation could save a life.

Students can get free ice cream, popsicles and meet both Phenomenal Women and Men of Excellence at the Keep it Cool Social, starting at 11 a.m. Thursday Sept. 5 on the patio in front of the Grace Memorial Chapel.

Whether you’re a new student eager to embark on your university journey or a returning student seeking to deepen your involvement, the event is the perfect platform to forge meaningful connections and gain a deeper appreciation for the diverse perspectives that shape the vibrant campus.

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting its next Pee for Pizza event. It will take place noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 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.

Co-sponsored 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 calling SHS at 316-978-4792. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing.

For more information contact SHS. Other testing is available upon request.