Category: Events and Recreation

Campus Recreation is excited to invite friends from Innovation Campus to participate in its annual 5k Pumpkin Run on Oct. 19. Innovation Campus partners can save $5 on registration with code: connection2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.

Wichita State’s Community Engagement Institute (CEI) turns 40 years old this year. Join the institute from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28 at NICHE (124 S. Broadway) as it commemorates the four decades of navigating the successes and lessons learned that have shaped where it is now. The evening will be filled with reflection, gratitude and excitement for the journey ahead. Special guests include President Rick Muma and Shirley Lefever, executive vice president and provost.

The Community Engagement Institute will:

• Applaud its past: Reflecting on the individuals, efforts and impact that have shaped its historical journey.
• Appreciate its “now”: Expressing gratitude for the current work, collaborative efforts and immediate impact it is making.
• Ascend to its future: Anticipating and embracing the possibilities that lie ahead as it looks forward to the future.

“We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you — our inspiring staff, both past and present, our friends and families — and our valued partners who, through our collective efforts, have helped advance CEI’s mission of building vibrant communities and dynamic organizations that are supported, connected and empowered to drive meaningful progress,” said Dr. Scott Wituk, executive director.

Join Campus Recreation for a night of frightful fun Oct. 25 at the Heskett Center. Participate in glow yoga at 7 p.m. Then enjoy a haunted house, movies, games, snacks and more from 8 to 11 p.m.

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes from noon to 2 p.m. every Friday for a new Friday escape. Activities will vary each week. For Friday, Oct. 18, play some free bingo for a chance to win a prize.

Join the Military and Veteran Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 in 318 Shocker Success Center to celebrate the 249th anniversary of the U.S. Navy.

The Military and Veteran Center will host an all-day, come-and-go event to honor those who have served and those currently serving in the Navy. The Navy was established on Oct. 13, 1775. The Military and Veteran Center will have a gift basket drawing for this event as well.

In honor of National Transfer Student Week, transfer students can join Student Success for a day at the Sedgwick County Zoo Oct. 26. Reserve free tickets for you and a guest to explore one of Wichita’s award-winning attractions.

Tickets are only valid between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 26. Deadline to RSVP is Monday, Oct. 21.

Campus Recreation invites students to participate in the annual 5K Pumpkin Run Saturday, Oct. 19. And save $5 on registration with the code: shockerblast2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.

Campus Recreation invites faculty and staff to participate in the annual 5K Pumpkin Run Saturday, Oct. 19. And save $5 on registration with the code: wsutoday2024.

This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the beautiful fall weather and promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the event is perfect for everyone. Plus, every participant will receive a finisher’s medal to commemorate their achievement.

Show your Shocker pride and sign up today. Lace up those running shoes and make this year’s Pumpkin Run the best one yet. Campus Recreation looks forward to seeing you there, ready to run, have fun and make lasting memories.

Faculty and staff are invited to attend an open house experience by the The Smart Factory by Deloitte @ Wichita at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Registration is required and limited to the first 40 to complete the form.

For manufacturers still relying on legacy systems and operations, merging existing technologies with new innovations can be challenging. Together, Deloitte and its ecosystem partners are helping companies accelerate their digital transformations. Its immersive smart factory experiences demonstrate how manufacturers can embrace the next level of technological innovation.

Join WSU’s SHARE (Sexual Health, Advocacy, Resources & Education) at its second bi-annual sexual and reproductive health event, “Sex in the Dark,” but spooky themed from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Delve into a nuanced discussion on reproductive and sexual health, including topics on sexuality, pleasure, protection and more in a discreet and educational setting. The event invites participants to submit anonymous questions, fostering a thoughtful and judgment-free space. An expert panel (including an educator from Planned Parenthood Great Plains) will provide comprehensive, evidence-based answers, encouraging an atmosphere of learning and understanding. Join the evening of exploration, where curiosity meets knowledge, and participants can gain valuable insights into the complexities of reproductive and sexual well-being. Admission is free.

Costumes are also highly encouraged for the season. Various campus and community organizations will be tabling at the event with free goodies and resources. And SHARE will be providing free Plan B, condoms, NARCAN and more.