Category: Events and Recreation

The Student Activities Council (SAC) formally invites you to join a night of good food, mystery and plenty of classic Clue antics at this Murder Mystery Dinner at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. Upon arrival, registered attendees will be given their very own part to play in this interactive show put on by Jest Murder Mystery Co. A reservation is required for this event, so sign up soon.

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub’s (UReCA) second lunch and learn session of the semester, from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 in Ablah Library, Collaboration Hub. The event is open to all students and faculty; enjoy a catered dessert and gain valuable information from our three panelists: Genesis Merriett, Anshika Chauchan, Lauren Hughes.

Panelists will discuss their undergraduate research experiences and how to get involved in research.

In this session, participants will learn about the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), affiliated research programs and companies, information on funding, and a brief introduction to the Office of Research. This event, from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 22 in Ablah Library, is open to all undergraduate students interested in learning more about research.

The Student Activities Council (SAC) and Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Inc. invite you to a magical movie night featuring “The Princess and The Frog” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 208 Hubbard Hall. Enjoy the film and stick around to make your own vision board inspired by Tiana’s dreams and determination.

Open to students and the public — come create, relax, and let the good vibes roll.

The College of Applied Studies invites you to a panel discussion exploring how AI is being used in classrooms and administrative offices across Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) at noon Wednesday, Oct. 29 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Room. Hear firsthand insights from education professionals on the opportunities and challenges AI brings to K–12 learning.

Boxed lunch provided courtesy of Credit Union of America Spots are limited, so RSVP by Oct. 24 to reserve your seat.

The annual Innovation Works Competition will take place Nov. 7-9, in partnership with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, offering a fast-paced, interdisciplinary hackathon experience with cash prizes and a Lockheed Martin facility tour for the winning team.

This year’s theme challenges students to design technologies for a future moon base, developing innovative solutions that enable life and work on the lunar surface, from habitat systems and power generation to mobility and communication.

During the 48-hour, in-person event, teams will collaborate, prototype, and pitch their solutions to judges from Lockheed Martin, WSU, and industry partners. Teams must include three to four current Wichita State students, and students from all majors are encouraged to participate.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three teams:

• $5,000 for first place
• $2,000 for second place
• $1,000 for third place

The winning team will also receive an exclusive opportunity to tour a Lockheed Martin facility and meet with engineers and technologists shaping the future of space exploration.

Teams must register by Nov. 1. For more information, rules and registration details, visit wsuinnovationworks.com or contact jared.goering@wichita.edu.

Join Chartwells Catering for its annual Catering Showcase from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom, featuring interactive food stations and signature cocktails that highlight experiences available to book for your next event. Admission is one canned good that will be for the Kiah Duggins Shocker Support Locker. 

Come cheer on the WSU Men’s and Women’s Soccer Clubs this Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex for an exciting day of collegiate club soccer — free admission is available for all fans.

• Men’s soccer match is at 1 p.m. versus Northwest Missouri State University.
• Women’s soccer match is at 5 p.m. versus Washington University in St. Louis.

Come participate in sustainability-themed events linked to the Common Read book this year: “Eat Like a Fish” by Bren Smith. Space is limited so RSVP soon.

• Water Sustainability: Conserving Our Most Precious Resource: 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday Oct. 23 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. Capacity is 40 people, so RSVP is required. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn more about water sustainability, calculate their water footprint, discuss strategies to conserve water and develop a personal action plan to reduce their water footprint.
• Kelp is the new Kale: 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 in 262 RSC. Capacity is 30 people, so RSVP is required. The workshop discusses food experiences and foods that people may eat more of in the future. Samples will be provided.

Attend Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub’s (UReCA) Research Mixer starting at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom and learn more about research here at Wichita State.

• WSU lab highlights: Several labs across campus will provide an overview of ongoing projects, future projects and their student research teams. Highlighted faculty are Dr. Steven Skinner, Dr. Moriah Beck, Dr. Jian Wang, and David Klamm.
• Faculty research panel: Learn directly from faculty about the skills, habits and attitudes that make a lasting impression in research settings. Panelists include Dr. Thomas Skinner, Dr. Brendan Clark, Dr. Yang Fu, Dr. David Eichhorn and Dr. Nicki Rogers.
• Undergraduate student panel: This panel highlights the journeys of your fellow Shockers who have explored undergraduate research and want to show just how possible it is. Panelists include Zane Hubble, Genesis Merriett and Dimas Gonzalez.