Category: Events and Recreation

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.

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting Pee for Pizza from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA — sign-up for a spot now via the myShockerhealth portal or by calling 316-978-4792 (4SWC).

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. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing. For more information contact SHS at 316-978-4792. Other testing is available upon request.

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes for some fun during your Fall Break. On Oct. 14-15, it will offer half-priced billiards all day and $3 cosmic bowling from 5 to 7 p.m. Operating hours those days are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Grab a friend and join WSU Dining for a Mix and Mingle event from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Cargill Cafe in Woolsey Hall to sip some delicious Café de Olla.