Category: Events and Recreation

Come support talented faculty, staff, students and other local artists by purchasing a variety of handmade goods, including pottery, woodwork, knitwear, cards and jewelry. This two-day event will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center. Registration to be a vendor is open through Friday, Nov. 14.

Join Adelante Juntos at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5 in 203 Rhatigan Student Center, Lancelot Room, for a general meeting. Participants will discuss mental health and how to show up for others. Bring your coworkers, as this event is open to all, and refreshments will be provided. For questions, email Enid Ortiz Colon at enid.ortizcolon@wichita.edu.

Hosted by the Student Government Association (SGA), Interfest fall 2025 brings together international student organizations from across campus to celebrate and share their rich cultures, colorful traditions and delicious cuisines. This semester’s Interfest will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

Enjoy an afternoon filled with authentic traditional foods, vibrant cultural attire and music that showcases the global diversity of the Shocker Family. Each booth tells the story of a different country — its people, flavors and heritage — creating a one-of-a-kind cultural journey across the world in a single day.

Admission is free, and all students, faculty and community members are welcome.

Strap on some comfortable shoes and join a guided walking tour beginning at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, starting in Fiske Hall, for an opportunity to build connections with fellow colleagues and deepen your knowledge of WSU.

You don’t want to miss this event presented by Staff Senate and hosted by the Department of History. Hot apple cider will keep you warm and Dr. Jay Price will keep you entertained as he takes you around campus and imparts his deep knowledge of Wichita State campus history.

Get ready for the biggest, boldest, most unforgettable night on campus, Songfest is back at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 in the Lowe Auditorium at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. This high-energy lip sync and dance competition brings student orgs together to battle it out on stage with show-stopping choreography, creative themes and crowd-pleasing performances.

Cheer on your friends, rep your org and witness the talent and teamwork that make this one of the most beloved traditions of the year. The event is hosted by Student Engagement & Belonging, for more information call 316-978-3022 or email seb@wichita.edu.

WSU Spark Society invites you to play bingo from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room, with a lunch at 11:30 a.m. Money raised during the event will be used for scholarships to WSU students.

• Cost: $5 per bingo card (limit three cards per game)
• Optional lunch: $15 or bring your own

There will be four rounds, with one winner per game, including a $50 prize for the final game. Come mingle, eat, play and win.

Join Student Government Association in a Community Garden Showcase from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Rhatigan Student Center east patio. Take the opportunity to learn about how the Community Garden can be a resource for you while painting a pot to plant your own personal herb garden (while supplies last). There will also be the opportunity to win Community Garden and Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker raffle baskets.

Get ready for some under the sea shenanigans with Student Activities Council (SAC). The SpongeBob-themed event will feature games, food, crafts and so much more based on the hit Nickelodeon series from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center, free for students to attend.

The College of Health Professions will celebrate CHP Week with a series of events Oct. 27-31. CHP Week is its annual celebration of the incredible students, faculty and staff in the College of Health Professions. Get ready for a week full of energy, inspiration and community spirit.

The Holmes Museum of Anthropology will host a free open house from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30 on the first floor of Neff Hall. Snacks will be provided to attendees, and costumes are encouraged.