Category: Events and Recreation

Join the OzSec for an in-person event Oct. 18-19 at the Hyatt Regency Wichita, 400 W Waterman, where cybersecurity enthusiasts gather to discuss the latest trends and challenges in the industry. Shedding light and pushing back the darkness, bringing education to the information security community.

In addition, students, staff and faculty may have free passes to the conference thanks to a sponsorship with the School of Computing. Reach out to Julie Manning, lab coordinator in the School of Computing, at julie.manning@wichita.edu for more information.

Connect with like-minded professionals, attend informative sessions, and network with top experts in the field. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in cybersecurity.

As thanks for your commitment to WSU’s students, join the Strategic Enrollment Management recognition reception from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 1 in 141 Woolsey Hall, Fidelity Bank Ballroom. Your hard work and contributions are greatly appreciated.

Reception is come and go. Remarks begin at 1:30 p.m.

Credit Union of America has partnered with Wichita State Connect for its Teacher Financial Literacy Session from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 at Wichita State Connect.

Refreshments will be provided as well as several giveaways and a $100 Amazon gift card raffle.

The Office of Strategic Communications will offer headshot photos to WSU faculty and staff at no additional charge. These opportunities are quick and walk-in only without needing to schedule an appointment.

The next headshot photo event is from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Additional dates will be announced in the future.

Learn more about headshots and what to expect at wichita.edu/headshots.

Join an open house to celebrate Kevin Young, architect with Facilities Planning, who is retiring after 10 years of service to Wichita State, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Facilities Planning office in Gaddis Physical Plant.

Stop by for refreshments, shared memories and well-wishes to send Kevin off into retirement.

Join the Department of Political Science in ushering in the first week of the fall semester with an Ice Cream Social from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24 in 417 Lindquist Hall.

Come in and meet the department and your peers — everyone is welcome.

The College of Innovation and Design’s Open XR Lab directors, Maggie Schoonover and Kristyn Waits, will deliver a keynote presentation at the Galaxy Forum, alongside WSU alumna Mallory Jennings, at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Participants will have the chance to learn from these professionals and hear firsthand accounts from WSU students engaged in space-related projects. Admission to the Galaxy Forum is free, and attendees will also receive access to the museum, ensuring an enriching experience for everyone involved.

Join Shocker Rowing for an evening full of fun on the downtown Arkansas River with S’mores and Oars from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28. The event is available at no additional charge with a Shocker ID and $20 for anyone without a Shocker ID.

Boats and Bikes will provide yard games, s’mores, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and pedal boats. Shocker Rowing will offer a “Learn 2 Row with Shocker Rowing” demonstration teaching anyone how to row on the Arkansas River, and fishing will be available through Wildlife and Fisheries.

Encourage your students to the library to discover its secrets at a tour at noon Aug. 30 or at 3 p.m. Sept. 4.

Discover the Digital Scholars Commons, a hub for cutting-edge digital resources; the 24-Hour Study Room for anytime productivity; and the captivating VR Zone transforming the learning experience.

Attend an insightful session on navigating the library homepage to access online articles, research sources, streaming content and interlibrary loan services. Faculty and staff are also welcome.

Want to discover the secrets of the library? Join University Libraries for a tour at noon Aug. 30 or at 3 p.m. Sept. 4.

Discover the Digital Scholars Commons, a hub for cutting-edge digital resources; the 24-Hour Study Room for anytime productivity; and the captivating VR Zone transforming the learning experience.

Attend an insightful session on navigating the library homepage to access online articles, research sources, streaming content and interlibrary loan services.