Category: Events and Recreation

The School of Teaching and Learning will host its fourth annual corn hole tournament at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18 at Social Tap on the Innovation Campus’ Braeburn Square. The cost is $20 per team, with $250 cash prizes and raffles. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

This popular event is open to the WSU community and the public and includes a recreational and competitive bracket.

Accessibility Summer Camp welcomes all members of the WSU Community to join us for a free-to-you opportunity to learn about accessibility. Accessibility Summer Camp 2026 is a one-day, virtual conference happening from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 12. The conference, started by WSU Tech eight years ago, is globally attended and consistently offers a diverse program with sessions for all levels of accessibility knowledge, and you get access for free as a WSU employee or student.

Visit the registration page for more details, a registration guide and an FAQ. You must register using your WSU email and enter the code ASCNOPAY26 to waive the registration fee.

For registration issues, email accessibility@wsutech.edu. Check out the about page to find the ASC socials or join the mailing list.

College life can be overwhelming between family, friends, classes and studying that you may feel you’re missing out. That’s why ShockerSync is your hub for student organizations and sports clubs for a variety of majors, hobbies and interests.

Beat the FOMO and check out all the events coming up on campus and find your community at wichita.edu/shockersync.

The Office of Community Partnership serves as a supportive and collaborative hub for community-focused initiatives housed in WSU offices. OCP aims to strengthen the well-being of Kansas residents, organizations and communities. The office serves as a resource for faculty, staff and students who want to engage in community efforts, especially in the public, social and health services fields.

OCP’s next meeting is scheduled from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 30 in the Rhatigan Student Center’s Herman Room. Special guest Lainie Mazzullo-Hart, Wichita State’s director of strategic communications, will speak about best practices for working with the Office of Strategic Communications.

Join the Barton School of Business as it celebrates the Barton School’s centennial on a global stage. Faculty and staff are invited to stop by for a live watch party of the New York Stock Exchange Closing Bell ceremony. Live coverage begins at 2:55 p.m., with the bell ringing at 3 p.m., Monday, April 6 at the Woolsey Hall atrium.

This milestone event highlights 100 years of impact and leadership. You can be part of the celebration right here on campus. Enjoy a cider toast while watching the live stream with colleagues and fellow Shockers.

Come by, raise a glass, and help mark this historic moment.

Join the HEALTH Student Association and the Department of Public Health Sciences from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 on the Rhatigan Student Center north patio as they celebrate National Public Heath Week.

HEALTH members will share information about campus food resources. Learn how food insecurity is addressed on campus and grab a snack, while supplies last. This event is free and everyone is welcome.

The Library Research Award recognizes students who have effectively utilized University Libraries’ resources for their research or creative projects during the past academic year (summer through spring semesters). There are two $1,000 prizes, one for undergraduate students and one for graduate students, awarded annually at the conclusion of the spring semester. No need to have a completed project before you apply.

Come to an upcoming informational session from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9 in 217 Ablah Library or virtually to help you plan how you should proceed with assignments and research projects this semester. Learn more about the financial award on the web guide. Workshop held as a hybrid session, virtual and in-person in room 217 Ablah Library.

Registration is required for the virtual link and optional for in-person attendance. Those who register will get a reminder 48 hours before the event.

Curious if your idea has real market potential? Join an upcoming I-Corps information session from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 in the John Bardo Center lobby to learn how you can test your concept, talk to real customers and reduce risk before pursuing funding or launching a venture.

The event is open to researchers, students and community innovators. Whether you’re a newcomer to innovation, or an experienced entrepreneur, I-Corps is a great place to start. The session is free to attend but RSVP is required.

Celebrate graduate students through a week of community, leadership and professional development.

Featured events:

• 6 p.m. Monday, April 6 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room: Grad School and Beyond
• 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 on the first floor of the RSC: Ice cream greet and meet
• 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 in 265 RSC, Lucas Room: Leadership training (RSVP required)

Hosted by the Graduate Student Council in collaboration with the Graduate School and Student Government Association.

For more information, reach out to Rahmatullah Safdar, graduate student leader, at rusafdar@shockers.wichita.edu.

Bring your lunch and learn about the many career paths in research and how undergraduates can get started. Join UReCA from 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 8 in Ablah Library in the Digital Scholars Commons Area and bring your friends.