Category: Events and Recreation

Interested in studying abroad in Europe next summer? Participate in the 10-day Europe Travel Seminar to Italy, Germany and Switzerland.

Come to the informational meeting at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1 to learn more about the travel seminar. Eric Wilson, senior educator in the Elliott School of Communication, who will lead and teach the program, will present the details and answer any questions students may have.

Join faculty, staff and students from the Department of Human Performance Studies (HPS) for a series of TWalks (walk and talks) to promote physical and mental health.

Upcoming events:

• 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6
• 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28

Wear comfortable walking shoes, grab a bottle of water and socialize step-by-step. All are welcome to come and go as their schedules allows during the 50-minute walk. The walking route (e.g., trek around campus, walk the HC track, walk the YMCA track) will be determined based on the weather.

Attendees will meet in the Heskett Center lobby by the stairwell.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to a Halloween Open House from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 in Grace Wilkie Annex.

Stop by the TRIO DSS Office, the Office of Online & Adult Learning, the McNair Scholars Office and the ROTC Office to enjoy spooky snacks and creepy crafts and learn more about what each office has to offer. Students are also welcome to participate in a costume contest.

Questions about the open house can be sent to TRIO DSS at 316-978-5949 or trio.dss@wichita.edu.

Join Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) for Mindfulness and Meditation at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 on Facebook Live through the CAPS Facebook account.

Mindfulness is focusing one’s awareness on the present moment by intentionally noticing thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations without any judgement. The sessions offer various meditation exercises designed to develop mindfulness and promote holistic wellness.

Future sessions will be held in person in 240 Rhatigan Student Center, Mayfield Room on Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13 and on Facebook Live on Oct. 25, Nov. 8, Nov. 22 and Dec. 6.

University Libraries invite faculty and staff to encourage students to participate in the upcoming Savvy Scholar Workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 at the Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons or participate online.

The workshop is designed to help students stay organized and streamline their research process through effective citation management using Zotero.

This session will give students invaluable skills in efficiently collecting, organizing and citing sources.

The Wichita State Staff Senate invites university staff to join the Fall Staff Social from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom, for snacks, drinks and entertainment while getting to know the senators and enjoy some time with other staff.

Join the launch of the new Mental Health and Movement Class starting at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 24 in the Steve Clark YMCA Studio, where participants will explore what makes practicing movement feel so hard, the benefits of moving and how to use the resources at the YMCA.

The four-week class is open to anyone at no additional charge and sponsored by the YMCA and HOPE Services. Participants will practice basic breathing exercises.

The World Trade Council of Wichita and the Center for International Business Advancement’s (CIBA) next program, “Is China a National Security Threat and How does this Affect Business?,” will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Wichita Country Club, 8501 E. 13th St. North and feature Don McClure, colonel in the US Air Force and an expert on grand strategy, will put the issues in perspective; David Graff, a professor at KSU and an expert on East Asian military history; and Usha Haley, a professor at WSU and an expert on China strategies.

Acknowledging the interconnectedness of national security and business concerns, the three expert panelists will address the topic from diverse perspectives. All panelists will address the implications of current events for business and society. 

Reservations for the program are $45 for members and $55 for non-members, which includes a networking hour with complimentary wine reception and a three-course sit-down dinner. The event is capped to 65 attendees.

Campus Recreation is hosting its annual Fright Night from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 at the Heskett Center. The event is open to the campus community at no additional charge.

The event will feature glow yoga, a haunted house, movies, snacks, a costume contest and more. Costumes are encouraged.

The Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics will hold a time of remembrance at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 in 353 Jabara Hall for Bill Richardson, former associate professor emeritus, who passed away Sept 6 at the age of 86.

Richardson joined the Department of Mathematics in 1962 and retired in 2013. He continued to teach as an associate professor emeritus through spring 2017. During his 55 years of service at Wichita State, he made significant contributions to the development of the math department, providing high-quality administrative services, including serving as assistant chair and then associate chair from 1964 to 2004. Richardson was greatly respected by students and faculty and will be missed.

Join the department for refreshments at 2:30 p.m.

A memorial fund is open to donations from the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement.