Category: Events and Recreation

A retirement ceremony for Dr. Maryon Habtemariam, associate teaching professor in the School of Nursing, and Mary Faragher, associate educator in the School of Nursing, will be from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, May 3 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas room.

Dive into captivating photography, mingle with fellow art lovers and enjoy snacks at the Ablah Library Photo Contest reception. Join the reception from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 19 at the Ulrich Museum of Art, Collection Study Center. Entry is free.

Don’t miss this chance to explore art, culture and diverse perspectives.

Sponsored by University Libraries and ADCI Photography Guild.

Every year, regional Kansas Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) choose three clients that exemplify success as an Existing, Emerging, or Exporting (E3) Small Business. The goal is to highlight both the impact small businesses have in the Kansas communities and economy.

Starting at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 2 in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex, the Kansas SBDC at WSU will recognize their E3 awardees along with local SBIR awardees in a brief ceremony followed by a reception. Join the celebrations for the standout entrepreneurs.

The awards ceremony is hosted in conjunction with the Build a Better Business Conference and Shop to Celebrate Pop-up Market. Learn more about awardees and events.

University Libraries invite faculty and staff to attend its READ poster event from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 18 on the first floor of Ablah Library.

By participating, you’re not only showcasing your passion for reading but also inspiring others to explore new books and ideas.

Remember, each session is quick, lasting no more than 10 minutes, and there’s no need to worry about what to wear — just leave the green at home. You will be provided a digital copy.

Join Phenomenal Women, a program within the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18 in 208 Rhatigan Student Center for a friendly conversation as participants reflect on meaningful aspects of the book, “For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts.”

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting its last Pee for Pizza event for the spring 2024 semester. It will take place noon-4 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at the Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA.

Pee for Pizza is a sexual health awareness event that allows participants to test for sexually transmitted illnesses such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV and hepatitis C and know their status at no additional charge. Pizza is also provided to participants.

Co-sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Positive Direction and Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, Pee for Pizza is by reservation only. No walk-ins will be accepted. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing.

For more information or to make a reservation, contact SHS at 316-978-4792. Other testing is available upon request.

Join Student Activities Council (SAC) at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 23 on the first floor of Rhatigan Student Center to make your own bamboo plant to take home while supplies last.

Ignitor 1.0 is for innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to get started moving their idea forward by learning the start-up process and improving their idea.

In ignitor 1.0, participants will learn the key concepts and start-up language, how to talk about your idea, what to expect going through the process, how to listen to feedback to improve your idea and why you need a prototype of your idea.

This eight-week programs occur from 5:45 to 8 p.m. on Thursdays from May 9 to June 27.

Wichita State legend and College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame teacher, director and artist, Dr. George Gibson, will return to give three days of coaching sessions and masterclasses from April 15 to April 17.

A public masterclass will be given from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 in room C-107 Duerksen Fine Arts Center. Dr. Gibson taught voice and was the director of opera for over 30 years (retiring in 1997) at Wichita State and fostered the careers of many students including Samuel Ramey, Joyce DiDonato, Alan Held, Barbara Honn, Catherine Cook and many others. There is no admission charge for the masterclass on April 17.

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is partnering with the Association of Hindu Students in America (AHINSA) for Holi. Join them from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 20 for fun and food.

This event is available at no additional charge for WSU students and $5 for any community members.