Category: Events and Recreation

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for its Lunar New Year celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center, as it commemorates the arrival of the majestic Dragon,

The event will be filled with cultural activities, performances and delights as everyone gathers to celebrate the spirit of unity, joy and renewal during this auspicious Lunar New Year. ODI hopes the Year of the Dragon brings prosperity, success and happiness to all.

Get immersed in an evening of soul-stirring rhythms and captivating verses, featuring the mesmerizing talents of Poetry and Chill OKC, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for an unforgettable fusion of live music, evocative poetry and the art of storytelling woven together by this dynamic group dedicated to uplifting Black culture through the power of song, dance and spoken word. Whether you’re an avid lover of poetry or simply seeking a space to unwind and connect with the essence of artistic expression, the event promises an enchanting journey through the heart and soul of the Midwest’s vibrant performing arts scene.

Come, be part of an evening that celebrates the beauty, resilience and creativity of Black culture through an immersive experience of words, melodies and impassioned performances.

Campus Recreation is putting on its annual Wellness Expo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 in the Heskett Center Gymnasium.

This event is open to everyone with over 70 vendors with prizes, merchandise and wellness tips/screenings. Looking to be a vendor? Contact Beth Albers at beth.albers@wichita.edu.

Student Health Services (SHS) is hosting its next Pee for Pizza event from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA.

Pee for Pizza is a sexual health awareness event that allows participants to test for sexually transmitted illnesses such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV and hepatitis C and know their status at no additional charge. Pizza is also provided to participants.

Co-sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Positive Direction and Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, Pee for Pizza is by reservation only. No walk-ins will be accepted. Participants must not use the restroom at least one hour before testing.

For more information or to make a reservation, contact SHS at 316-978-4792. Other testing is available upon request.

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for Embracing Black Love, an enlightening and empowering panel of discussion dedicated to fostering healthy relationships among black college students while honoring the diverse spectrum of sexual identities within the black community, at 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room.

Join the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships as it celebrates Financial Aid Awareness Month with a variety of events during the month of February:

• Scholarship Universe Support – 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 6 in 257 RSC, Ashton/Bridges Room
• Love & Money – noon-2 p.m. Feb. 14 in 142 RSC, Harvest Room
• FAFSA Tour:
  • 1-3 p.m. Feb. 15 in 257 RSC
  • 4-6 p.m. Feb. 20 in 340 John Bardo Center 340
  • 4-6 p.m. Feb. 28 in 340 John Bardo Center
• Take the Leap with FinAid – 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Feb. 29 on the first floor RSC.

For questions, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 316-978-3430 or finaid@wichita.edu.

Dr. Jason Bosch, the assistant dean for student success in the College of Engineering and the president of the University Staff Senate, has accepted a new position at the Kansas Leadership Center. A farewell reception to recognize the distinguished service of Dr. Bosch is planned from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, Feb. 5 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room. WSU staff and faculty are encouraged to attend.

It’s time to bust a move, put on your best dress clothes and use those dancing shoes. Student Activities Council (SAC) is hosting the fourth annual Fairmount Formal Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Feb. 21 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

Capture memories at the photobooth, enjoy delicious refreshments and dance the night the way at the enchanted forest theme. For ticket registration, all WSU students receive two free tickets, faculty/staff tickets are $5 and any outside guest tickets are $8.

Women of WSU invites the campus community to come and play one, two or three games of bingo at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 in 233 Rhatigan Student Center, Santa Fe Trail Room. Choose to play up to three cards per game, and each card is $5. Prizes include a bowling party with popcorn and a drink for eight people.

Players may bring their lunch or purchase a lunch for $14. All proceeds go to fund scholarships for Wichita State students.

Join the Rhatigan Student Center for its live music series, Monday Melodies, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29 in the Starbucks Lounge. This month will feature live music from the Poke Salad Orchestra.

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