Category: Events and Recreation

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (UReCA) Hub and learn about the hidden curriculum of research at the next lunch and learn session from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the Digital Scholars Commons at the Ablah Library.

Garett Knight, Anestacia Marston and Sonnia Evbota-Momodu will talk about their tips and tricks for navigating research as undergraduate students. RSVP, as lunch is first-come, first-served.

For any questions, email undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.

Join the Student Activities Council for an afternoon of spooky fun featuring a mason jar craft and a free Halloween themed cake pop in vanilla, chocolate or cookies and cream; available to the first 135 students who check-in. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

This event is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For questions about this event, call 316-978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu. For more events like this, visit wichita.edu/sac.

Honor and celebrate life with your peers at the Student Activities Council’s Día de los Muertos celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center and learn about the rich cultural traditions behind the holiday.

Experience the beauty of Día de los Muertos through music, community ofrenda, interactive activities and traditional foods. This event provides a space to reflect, connect and celebrate the memories of loved ones.

And you can submit a photo of a loved one why has passed away to be included in the community ofrenda. Ofrendas are a way to commemorate those who have passed on and remember the life they lived.

Join the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships as it celebrates National Financial Aid Day from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 in 203 Jardine Hall.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to stop by the open house to enjoy complimentary coffee, pastries and cookies while connecting with the team and learning more about financial aid resources available at Wichita State. Attendees can also enter for a chance to win prizes.

Whether you have questions about financial aid or simply want to celebrate with the office, staff hope you’ll start your morning at Financial Aid Day.

Interested in local government, nonprofit leadership, public administration, community development or public policy? Join Hugo Wall Day 2026, a celebration of public service featuring two timely panel discussions led by experienced public and nonprofit leaders, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at Wichita State Connect.

Hear firsthand how professionals are navigating today’s challenges, from managing limited resources to building meaningful careers in public service, free for WSU students with a valid Shocker ID.

This is an opportunity to connect with alumni, practitioners, faculty and fellow students while gaining real-world insights into the work of serving communities. Plus, students can enjoy a complimentary lunch.

How will changing workforce needs, emerging technologies and evolving student expectations shape the future of higher education and WSU?

Join colleagues from across campus for the Future Forward: WSU Summit, a morning of learning, discussion and collaboration featuring university leaders, a national perspective from EAB and interactive conversations about opportunities that will help shape Wichita State’s future.

View the full agenda and register at wichita.edu/futureforward. The summit is from 8 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 2 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

WSU faculty and staff are invited to join the 2026 WSU Wellness Retreat from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

The retreat will include:

• Wellness activities
• Healthy snacks
• Interactive presentations
  • Dr. Kim Moody’s Alignment Journal
  • Dr. Chris Leonard’s workshop, “Leadership is Love”
• Suspenders4Hope® Mental Health Advocate recognitions

All faculty and teaching staff are invited to an American Association of University Professors (AAUP) chapter meeting for discussion of department mergers and for other updates on campus issues.

The meeting will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 in 209 Hubbard Hall. Bring a friend or two for updates on these important issues. For questions or a password to the Zoom remote link, contact AAUP chapter secretary George Dehner via email at george.dehner@wichita.edu.

Need a little midweek pick-me-up? Come take a break with Adelante Juntos from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Stop by the come-and-go coffee break to warm up with a free hot drink, enjoy good conversation and connect with colleagues. Whether you stay for a few minutes or linger a little longer, come when you can, stay as long as you’d like.

Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Services is presenting DCCCA’s free, one-hour naloxone administration course throughout the fall semester to the WSU community. This is being offered to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and respond to an overdose crisis using naloxone and other available resources.

• Students can sign up for trainings on the website.
• Staff/faculty can register via myTraining.

Dates for the fall semester are:

• 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 in 264 RSC, Spencer Room
• 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20 in 257 RSC, Aston/Bridges Room
• 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 in 264 RSC, Spencer Room