Category: Events and Recreation

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (UReCA) Hub research social from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in the Ablah Library is a chance for students, faculty and staff to connect, get to know each other and start the semester off right by playing games and light networking. Refreshments will be available.

The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (UReCA) Hub research social from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in the Ablah Library is a chance for students, faculty and staff to connect, get to know each other and start the semester off right by playing games and light networking. Refreshments will be available.

Find the Spark membership requirements and your favorite interest group on the Spark website. All members and potential members are welcome to this free event from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 in 141 Woolsey Hall, Fidelity Bank Ballroom.

These vendors will be available with gifts and other merchandise for purchase:

• Fuse and Fiber by Anne Marie Brown. Handcrafted fused glass and textile art. One-of-a-kind pieces for gifts or for you.
• Angie’s Closet by Angie Linder. Paparazzi Jewelry, custom lanyards, pens, keychains, women’s accessories, plus a side table for gently used WSU clothing.
• Cards by Lisa by Lisa Pappas. Homemade cards for all occasions. Send a card and make someone’s day better.
• The Sigh and Flutter by Julie Ann Baker Brin. New, full-length book of poetry with rave reviews that makes a lovely gift.

Contact spark@wichita.edu with questions.

Join the Office of First-Year Programs for an evening full of fun and free entertainment at the third annual Shocker State Fair from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, from 4-8pm at the Rhatigan Student Center. Enjoy inflatables, games, rides, live music and local food trucks. The event is free for WSU students.

For questions, contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu.

Looking to make an impact, learn something new or just have some fun? Constitution Week is packed with opportunities to connect with history and politics, explore internships, get involved in your community, register to vote and test your Hamilton knowledge.

Join the Department of Political Science as it celebrates civic engagement and the enduring significance of the U.S. Constitution.

• Washington DC/Topeka internship info session: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room. Learn about spring 2027 internship opportunities in Washington, D.C. and Topeka, including application tips, program details and career benefits.
• National Voter Registration Day: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 on the first floor of the RSC. Sponsored by Shocker’s Vote Coalition, celebrate National Voter Registration Day by checking your registration status, registering to vote and learning how to make your voice heard.
• Civic Engagement Fair: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 16 on the first floor of the RSC. Sponsored by Shocker’s Vote Coalition, connect with local organizations, discover volunteer opportunities and find ways to make a difference in the Wichita community.
• Printing the Past: 4-5 p.m. Sept. 16 in 601 Lindquist Hall. Cosponsored by the departments of English, history and political science, explore the Declaration of Independence through a panel featuring English, history and political science perspectives, then print your very own mini declaration on a working printing press.
• Hamilton Watch Party and Trivia: 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24 at the CAC Theater. Sponsored by Shocker’s Vote Coalition, watch the award-winning musical Hamilton, test your knowledge with trivia and enjoy an evening of history, music and friendly competition.

Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services is offering a free two-hour Suspenders4Hope® Promoting Mental Wellness and Preventing Suicide training at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 at the Student Wellness Center Hope Hub in the Steve Clark YMCA designed to help participants identify, understand and respond to the warning signs of suicide.

Through this evidence-informed course, attendees will learn how to recognize when someone may be struggling, intervene with confidence and compassion, and connect individuals to appropriate support and resources.

Whether you are a student, employee, family member or community member, this training provides practical skills that can help create a safer and more supportive campus and community.

Shocker Athletics is hosting its annual garage sale from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 inside the Aetna Multi-Purpose Facility (enter through the exterior doors on the east side of Charles Koch Arena).

Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis and include jerseys and uniforms, shoes (including large sizes), assorted apparel, bags, coolers and equipment. Prices listed are non-negotiable. Customers are encouraged to pay with cash, however credit cards will also be accepted.

The athletic training program invites faculty, staff and students to an open house from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in 134 Heskett Center.

Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the athletic training lab, learn more about the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program, and meet faculty and current students. Join to explore the program and discover the hands-on learning experiences and career opportunities available to students pursuing athletic training.

Faculty, staff, students and campus partners at Wichita State can visit NetApp on the Innovation Campus for its semesterly campus e-waste and shredding event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 in the NetApp parking lot, Lot 44S.

This event is exclusive to WSU faculty, staff, students and campus partners and not open to the public.

The following are items that can be disposed of during the event:

• Personal documents accepted for secure shredding
• Personal electronics accepted, including appliances. No TVs accepted
  • Note: For recycling old TVs, refer to Sedgwick County’s recycling guide
• Secure data destruction for e-waste (hard drive shredder)
• On-site assistance available for larger loads

The event is sponsored by the NetApp Green Team.

Join HOPE Services, Student Engagement and Belonging, Student Health Services, and other campus and community resources from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center, for a wellness and social services fair.

Visit tables along the first floor of the RSC to get information, resources and freebies. By attending and participating, you could win an espresso machine, ice cream machine or countertop ice maker.