Category: Events and Recreation

The campus community is invited to a film screening of “The Silent Cries of Unborn Ghetto Children” directed and co-produced by Dr. Kevin Harrison, assistant teaching professor and director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Riccardo Harris, executive director of Wichita GEAR UP, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31 in the CAC Theater.

“The Silent Cries of Unborn Ghetto Children,” explores trauma, tragedy, racial segregation, and healing centered around a tragic plane crash that occurred on Jan. 16, 1965, just blocks from the campus. In fact, as the plane was losing altitude and jettisoning fuel, some spilled on the campus. Less than four hours later, with jet fuel still on the arena roof, Shocker fans packed onto campus to witness the Shockers defeating St. Louis to claim its first ever Missouri Valley championship. The film was funded through a grant from Humanities Kansas.

The screening event is co-sponsored by the Cohen Honors College, Fairmount College, the School of Digital Arts and Shocker Studios.

The Graduate School is hosting a session for first-year domestic graduate student or undergraduate seniors in a STEM discipline, who are, or will be, pursuing a research-based master’s or doctoral degree, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8 in Jardine Hall.

During the event, Dr. Coleen Pugh will help students craft a competitive application for the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF-GRFP).

The NSF-GRFP is one of the most prestigious programs to recognize and support outstanding graduate students. The five-year fellowship includes three years of financial support including an annual stipend for the school and a cost of education allowance for the institution.

Join the Retention Fellows to discuss ways to encourage connections with and among your students at noon Friday, Sept. 8 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center with the “Creating connections with and among your students” discussion.

Bring your lunch and colleagues to engage with other instructors. Any questions can be directed to Dr. Moriah Beck, Retention Faculty Fellows coordinator, at moriah.beck@wichita.edu.

Student Engagement, Advocacy and Leadership (SEAL) invites faculty and staff to join the SEAL and SGA Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 in 216 Rhatigan Student Center, where employees will have the chance to meet with students and staff and learn how to get connected with events, leadership workshops, volunteer activities, fraternity and sorority life, SGA Student Senate, and more.

Are you curious about the exciting involvement opportunities offered by Student Engagement, Advocacy and Leadership (SEAL)? SEAL invites you to join the SEAL and SGA Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 in 216 Rhatigan Student Center, where you’ll have the chance to meet with students and staff and learn how to get connected with events, leadership workshops, volunteer activities, fraternity and sorority life, SGA Student Senate, and more.

Stop by the open house for snacks, activities and a chance to win prizes. Participants must be a WSU student to win a prize.

Students Activities Council (SAC) presents the 2023 Glow Party from 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

Dance the night away with DJ Magnum. SAC will be giving away glow sticks, wands and more. Clear bags only at the event and no outside food or drink.

Don’t miss the Corbin Connect Speaker Series: “Cultural Institutions & Educator Support Panel Discussion” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29 in 105 Heskett Center.

Hosted by the College of Applied Studies and sponsored by Credit Union of America, explore insights from speakers representing prestigious organizations like Wichita Art Museum, Music Theatre Wichita, Exploration Place, Credit Union of America, Storytime Village and others sharing their impact on local schools. Discover partnership opportunities, engage in interactive discussions, and enjoy light appetizers.

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion invites the campus community to its first meet and greet of the fall 2023 semester.

The meet and greet is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center. Come step into the vibrant atmosphere to get to know your Men of Excellence and Phenomenal Women groups at Wichita State.

The Shocker Career Accelerator office will temporarily close its doors from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 30. The closure is to facilitate the hosting of the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger.

Encourage students to partake in the festivities of the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Hubbard Hall Lawn. The event promises Wichita State students a unique opportunity to engage with over 50 employers, all while enjoying ice-cold root beer and hot dogs.

Join the Rhatigan Student Center for its live music series, Monday Melodies, with JMichael from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28 in the Starbucks Lounge.

The RSC hosts Monday Melodies on the last Monday of every month.