Category: Events and Recreation

All faculty and interested parties are invited to attend the chapter meeting of the Wichita State University AAUP/AFT from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 2 in 219 Hubbard Hall.

For questions, contact George Dehner, AAUP chapter secretary and associate professor of history at WSU, via email at george.dehner@wichita.edu.

The Ulrich Museum invites you to mingle with fellow art enthusiasts at Kirby’s before embarking on a journey across the street to the museum for a guided exhibition tour at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1. After the tour we will return to Kirby’s to debrief and hang out.

Participants are encouraged to arrive at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy a drink and dinner. Kirby’s offers LMNO pizza. Too early to eat? The food will all be there when you get back from your museum tour, so feel free to wait until then, Kirby’s offers a full bar but will also offer an exclusive drink special for participants of this event: 16 oz. Boulevard Wheat for $5, as well as non-alcohol options.

The event is 21+ only. There is no charge to meet and take the tour.

Take a moment to de-stress and unwind from the stresses of finals week. Join the Student Activities Council (SAC) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 6 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center to create your very own sensory water bottle during De-Stress Fest.

It’s a relaxing, hands-on activity designed to help you relax and recharge before finals. Come by, create and take home your custom bottle as a stress-relieving keepsake.

Did you know there are nearly 300 student organizations on campus? Find where you belong by checking out the ShockerSync event calendar, where you can find all the upcoming student organization events: wichita.edu/shockersync.

The majority of university life takes place outside of the classroom. Use your time in school as an opportunity to find lifelong friends and make connections by attending the many student organization events on campus. Check out all the upcoming events on the ShockerSync calendar: wichita.edu/shockersync.

As you gear up for finals, take a break with some friendly therapy dogs from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 7 on the first floor of the Ablah Library.

Stop by to reset and recharge before diving back into your end-of-semester prep. The event is hosted by Student Success and University Libraries.

Stop by Ablah Library for PAWS & Relax, an event hosted by Student Success and University Libraries, from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 7 on the first floor of Ablah Library. Therapy dogs will be on-site to offer a calm and friendly break as the campus prepares for the end of the semester.

Take a moment to visit — or encourage your students to stop by for a quick break during this busy time of year.

The Spring Museum Exhibition class is hosting an exhibit opening from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 29 in the Jackman Gallery on the first floor of Neff Hall. The exhibit is entitled “Echoes of Expression: A Cultural Symbolism Collective.”

The students have created eleven new exhibits reflecting on symbols and creative expression in various cultures around the world. Students will be on hand to talk about their exhibits and answer questions. This is a come and go event with light refreshments.

Join the Teaching Matters lunch and learn conversation about the incoming freshman students from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 2 in 225 Woolsey Hall.

Lunch will be provided. Local high school teachers and counselors will share what they have observed about the current high school seniors who will be the incoming fall 2025 freshmen. This will help WSU prepare to meet these students where they are. For questions or more information, contact Cindi Mason at cindi.mason@wichita.edu.

Are you a fall 2024, spring 2025 or summer 2025 WSU graduate? You can RSVP for the Spanish-Speaking Graduation Ceremony. The celebration aims to recognize graduates for their accomplishments and contributions to the WSU community. The celebration will be hosted in English, Spanish and Spanglish.

The ceremony is at 6 p.m. Friday, May 2 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Student check-in is from 5 to 5:45 p.m.

How do I RSVP?
Any graduating WSU student is able to RSVP for the second annual Spanish-Speaking Graduation Ceremony by filling out the RSVP form.

Note, this program will fill up quickly. The form will close as soon as capacity has been met. If you have any questions in the meantime, contact Eiran Saucedo-Rodarte at eiran.saucedo-rodarte@wichita.edu.