Category: Events and Recreation

Connected Nation Internet Exchange Points (CNIXP) in partnership with Wichita State is hosting a summit, “An AI Interconnection Summit: Network Infrastructure for AI Leadership in Kansas and Beyond,” from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 in the NetApp building

The one day, no cost summit will bring together national and international experts in internet infrastructure to explore how Kansas, and the United States, can lead in the emerging AI economy. The event will highlight the interconnection infrastructure that is needed to reduce network latency, lower costs and enable smarter connectivity across all sectors — from business and education to healthcare and beyond.

Attendees will gain actionable insights into how local and regional leaders can leverage the new Wichita IXP to drive innovation, strengthen economic competitiveness and expand digital opportunity.

Wichita State faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend the kickoff of the ACCEL-KS @ Groover Labs Proof-of-Concept Grant Program at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5 at Groover Labs, 334 N St Francis.

Funded by the Kansas Department of Commerce, this program accelerates innovation across Kansas by providing early-stage founders with up to $25,000 in funding, mentorship, educational programming, prototyping capabilities and community support to help bring ideas to market. Featured speakers include Romaine Redman, chief innovation and strategy officer, and Brandon Hutton, director of innovation and programming, with the Kansas Department of Commerce. The event is a valuable opportunity to connect with state and community leaders who are supporting the next wave of Kansas innovation.

If you are interested or plan to apply, contact Zeeshan Khan with the Office of Technology Transfer and Commercialization for support at zeeshan.khan@idp.wichita.edu.

Faculty, staff, students and campus partners at Wichita State can visit NetApp on the Innovation Campus for its semesterly campus e-waste and shredding event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 in the NetApp parking lot, lot 44S. This event is exclusive to WSU faculty, staff, students and campus partners and not open to the public.

The following are items that can be disposed of during the event:

• Personal documents accepted for secure shredding
• All personal electronics accepted, including appliances
  • Note: For recycling old TVs, refer to Sedgwick County’s recycling guide
• Secure data destruction for e-waste (hard drive shredder)
• On-site assistance available for larger loads

The event is sponsored by the NetApp Green Team.

Join the Community Service Board for volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank Warehouse. Volunteers will help with sorting and organizing food that will be distributed throughout Kansas through various initiatives offered by the Kansas Food Bank. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

For questions, email CSB@wichita.edu,

Join WSU’s largest one day volunteer event with Wu’s Big Event Sept. 20. Join your fellow Shockers for a morning of volunteering throughout the community. Individuals, groups, organizations and students are all invited to attend. Check-in for Wu’s Big Event will be from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m.

The kick-off will begin at 9 a.m. in the 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom with a light breakfast and kick-off celebration. Participants will then load the buses and be at a service site by 10 a.m. Volunteers will work until noon and return to the Beggs Ballroom for lunch and closing festivities.

Still have questions? Email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016

Shockers, come to the Mini-Wellness and Social Services Fair to learn about local resources and to enter to win a variety of prizes. The fair will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17 in the Rhatigan Student Center.

This event celebrates and promotes health, wellness and social service resources within the campus and community. Learn about the unique service providers the are available to you and gain a better understanding about their role in the community.

The event is sponsored by HOPE Services, Student Engagement and Belonging, and Student Health Services.

Win big at Big Bingo with Student Activities Council (SAC), which is giving away big prizes, from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 in the Charles Koch Arena Practice Gym. In the past, students have won a Quest VR headset, GoTrax electric scooter, small kitchen appliances, board games, dorm room supplies and much more. Admission is free and anyone can play, but only WSU students are eligible to win prizes.

Big Bingo 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.

Military and Veteran Services and Team RWB Wichita invite the community to join a 9/11 moving tribute from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Sedgwick County Extension Office, park and zoo.

From sunup to sundown, organizers will keep at least one flag moving around the four-mile loop in honor of those who perished during the attacks in NYC, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania. You can walk, run or ruck — every step matters. Shorter loops are available for all ability levels.

A shuttle will be provided to and from the run event. You can RSVP to reserve a shuttle ride.

Questions? Contact 316-978-3207 or veterans.services@wichita.edu.

Join the annual Pumpkin Run 5K Oct. 18 at Wichita State. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just in it for the fun, this fall tradition is one you won’t want to miss. Prices go up starting Monday, Sept. 1

Can’t join us in person? You can sign up for the Virtual Run and complete your 5K on your own schedule — anywhere, anytime. You’ll still get this year’s exclusive shirt and medal. Kids ages 10 and under can join the fun in the Little Pumpkin Run 1K. They’ll receive a 1k youth-sized T-shirt and a finisher medal — perfect for their first race.

The Pumpkin Run is proud to support Suspenders4Hope — $1 from every registration goes directly to the 2025 Charity Partner.

Are you looking for a way to meet others and engage in meaningful conversations? Join the Shockers Vote coalition for one of their upcoming Conversation Cafes. Upcoming Cafes will be held on the following dates:

• 4-5 p.m. Aug. 27 at the RSC Starbucks Café
• 3-4 p.m. Sept. 24 at Fairmount Coffee
• 11 a.m.-noon Oct. 10 at Woolsey Hall
• 1-2 p.m. Nov. 21 at the RSC Starbucks Café

For questions email CivicEngagement@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016