Category: Events and Recreation

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.

Dr. Brent Mai, dean of University Libraries, will be holding a town hall style event at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24 in the Digital Scholars Commons of Ablah Library and virtually via Microsoft Teams to chat about “What’s Going On in the Library.”

Topics include the impact of the libraries’ March 16 flood, the potential impact of the pause in federal funding through the IMLS, membership in the MOBIUS Consortium, relocation of the Holmes Anthropology Museum and ongoing management of the libraries’ collections. What we in the libraries call a “LibGuide” is also available with information about these topics.

Looking for ways to support students on campus? Check out the ShockerSync calendar for events hosted by the nearly 300 student organizations at WSU. Many events are also open to faculty and staff.

Get your tickets now for evening of baseball and community spirit at the Wichita Wind Surge stadium at 6:35 p.m. Thursday, April 24. Wichita State will be taking over the ballpark for a night filled with fun and Shocker pride.

The Wind Surge play against the Springfield Cardinals with gates opening at 5:35 p.m. The first 2,000 people through the gate will receive an exclusive WSU/Wind Surge hat, so wear your black and yellow to show your Shocker spirit and cheer on the home team. Grab your friends and family for a memorable night out.

Explore the wide range of events hosted by nearly 300 on-campus student organizations. The ShockerSync calendar is your go-to resource for finding activities that match your interests: wichita.edu/shockersync.

Established in 1974, the Ulrich Museum of Art has been celebrating 50 years of expanding human experience through encounters with the art of the time since January 2024 with special exhibitions, programs and parties. Now comes the big event, the Ulrich50 Gala.

The Gala takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 9 at Henry’s Place rooftop venue inside NICHE, 124 S. Broadway. The event includes valet parking, an upscale art auction, wine and whiskey pulls, appetizer stations and libations, and a performance by New York-based hammered dulcimer virtuoso Max ZT. The “U50” book — featuring memories and stories from the museum’s first half-century, and photos of works from the Ulrich permanent collection and Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection — will debut and be available to order.

Tickets are $100 and a limited number are available.