Category: Events and Recreation

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.

Learn how to use an engraving tool and personalize a keepsake during the RSC’s Craft & Connect. Join in on the fun from 1:45 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 in RSC 233. The class is limited to the first 60 students with a Shocker ID. Tutorial begins promptly at 2 p.m.

Hippodrome is an annual skit and variety show that is Wichita State’s longest-running campus tradition. Enjoy an evening of comedy, drama, music and a whole lot of fun. All productions are written, directed and choreographed by Wichita State student leaders and our fraternity and sorority community.

Any questions can be directed to greeklife@wichita.edu or Student Engagement & Belonging @ 316-978-3022

Ticket rates:

• WSU student: $10
• WSU staff and faculty: $12
• General admission: $15
• Kids 12 and younger: $5

Hippodrome is partnering with the Alumni Association and Foundation to help sponsor Greek Reunion weekend on April 10-12. For more information on discounted alumni ticket rates, please reach out to joshua.woods@wichita.edu.

Open Streets ICT returns to Wichita State University’s campus for a fourth spring featuring community events, resources for families, art and food in Shocker Neighborhood.
“This year highlights PreK–12 engagement, connecting families to summer resources that support learning, growth, and opportunity,” said Naquela Pack, director of K-12 connections and special projects for Wichita State Connect.

Open Streets ICT is a community-building event on a closed street, intended to promote healthy active living and social engagement. From noon to 4 p.m. April 19, Open Streets ICT – WSU & Shocker Neighborhood will take place on 17th Street from Oliver to Volutsia.

The event is free and open to the public.