Category: Events and Recreation

Thinking about living off campus? Stop by the Off-Campus Housing Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31 in the Rhatigan Student Center lounge to explore local housing options and connect directly with property representatives. Students can compare apartments and amenities, ask questions and gather information to help make their housing search a little less overwhelming.

Whether you’re ready to sign a lease or just beginning to explore your options, the fair is a great place to start.

The majority of university life takes place outside of the classroom. Use your time in school as an opportunity to find lifelong friends and make connections by getting involved with the many student organizations on campus.

See what events are coming up this weekend by exploring ShockerSync, your portal for student organizations at WSU, by visiting wichita.edu/shockersync.

The Global Learning Center of Wichita invites WSU community to join its annual banquet in celebration of the United Nations’ 81st anniversary at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 in the Marcus Welcome Center.

The keynote speaker is Phyllis Bennis, author (“Understanding Palestine and Israel“), commentator (NPR, PBS, BBC, Al Jazeera) and a fellow of the Institute for Policy Studies in Washington, DC currently acting as the director of its new internationalism program. The title of her talk is “Gaza, Iran, and Beyond: The Costs Keep Rising.”

The early bird deadline for dinner tickets has been extended to Saturday, Oct. 10. Contact Ikram Ahmed at ikram.ahmed@wichita.edu or Holger Meyer at holger.meyer@wichita.edu for more details.

This event is cosponsored by the Department of Physics.

Join the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs for Hugo Wall Day 2026, a celebration of public service starting at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at Wichita State Connect.

This annual event brings together alumni, students, faculty, staff and public service professionals for a day of timely discussions, networking and recognition of outstanding contributions to public service. This year’s program will explore how public and nonprofit leaders navigate budgetary constraints and promote public service careers in a changing environment.

Registration is $25 and includes morning coffee service and lunch. WSU students attend free with a valid Shocker ID.

Come see Wichita State through the eyes of students starting at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23. Enjoy lunch at the Rhatigan Student Center while learning about the work of Student Affairs and the Office of Student Engagement & Belonging. Explore the Shocker Success Center and discover how 17 student support offices are working together to create a seamless student experience. Then enjoy dessert at Ablah Library as you tour student-centered spaces and hear from the Student Success Librarian about the many ways the library contributes to student achievement and success.

Additional event details, including the specific meeting location within the Rhatigan Student Center, will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. Space is limited, so register by Friday, Oct. 12. Sponsored by the WSU Retention Faculty Fellows.

HOPE Services and Suspenders4Hope™ invite you to join community leaders for the on-campus screening of “SOBER” at 6 p.m. Oct. 28 in the CAC Theater.

The movie, developed by national recovery organization The Phoenix, documents the highs and lows of individuals who have dedicated themselves to healing from addiction. In addition to free entry, food and mocktails are on the house. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

Join Adelante Juntos, WSU’s faculty and staff association, for its upcoming general meeting from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. Connect with fellow faculty and staff, learn more about Adelante Juntos, hear about upcoming opportunities and get involved with our growing community at Wichita State.

The meeting is free and open to all WSU faculty and staff.

The WSU Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) is hosting its next meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19 in 302 Woolsey Hall, Berry Foundation Room, focusing on the National Institute for Health Solutions and Innovations.

OCP was established to help advance the work of Wichita State in meeting the needs of communities across the state and serves as a supportive and collaborative hub for community-focused initiatives housed in WSU offices aiming to strengthen the well-being of Kansas residents, organizations and communities. The office serves as resource for faculty, staff and students wanting to engage in community efforts, especially in the public, social and health services fields.

If you’ve been thinking about participating in this year’s Pumpkin Run, now is the perfect time to register. The event is open to all fitness levels, and it’s a great way to connect with fellow Shockers while enjoying a fall tradition. Use code innovation26 and save $5 on registration.

$1 from every registration supports Suspenders4Hope™, Wichita State’s initiative focused on mental health awareness, suicide prevention and helping reduce the stigma surrounding mental health through education and connection.

Whether you run or walk, organizers appreciate your support and hope to see more Innovation Campus employees represented at the event.

Every registration helps. Sign up today and spread the word.

Wichita State University employees who reached a service milestone between the dates of Sept. 2, 2025 and Sept. 1, 2026 will be honored at events hosted by the university in October.

The event for honorees celebrating milestones of five to 20 years of service with the State of Kansas will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. The event is open to all employees to attend and celebrate with their colleagues who are honorees. RSVP by Friday, Oct. 9 if you will attend the event.

The event for honorees celebrating milestones of 25-50 years of service with the State of Kansas, Bender of Twigs (25 years dedicated to Wichita State) and those who have retired from the university will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 28. This is an invitation-only dinner event for honorees and their guests.

To view a list of the 2026 Service Recognition Honorees or see more information about Wichita State’s annual employee Service Recognition program, visit the service recognition webpage.