Category: Events and Recreation

Faculty and staff are invited to join the Kansas Academic Advising Network for its annual conference Sept. 22 in the Rhatigan Student Center. This year’s theme, “KAAN in the Air Capital: Advising Students to New Heights,” was chosen to reflect Wichita’s moniker as the “Air Capital of the World” but also to champion the work academic advisors do to help students achieve academic and personal success.

The Kansas Academic Advising Network is proud to promote high quality professional development opportunities for academic advising professionals from across the state of Kansas and beyond. Conference registration also includes one-year membership into the state-wide academic advising network.

Whether it’s submitting a proposal for review, accepting a nomination for the steering committee, or being an attendee, Kansas Academic Advising Network hopes to see faculty and staff at the conference.

For more information, contact contactus@kansasadvising.org.

The Department of Physical Therapy, along with Davis-Moore Auto Group, is excited to sponsor the iCan Bike program at Wichita State. This program helps individuals with disabilities learn how to ride a two-wheel bicycle. The event will be July 31-Aug. 4 at the Heskett Center.

iCan Bike is part of iCan Shine, a national organization that provides recreational programs for people with disabilities.

KMUW’s monthly book club features selections made by its staff. For August, KMUW is reading “The Rachel Incident” by Caroline O’Donoghue.

Participants will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16 at KMUW for a group discussion over dinner and drinks. Dinner is provided by Public, and guests are invited to bring a beverage to share with the group.

Learn more about Caroline O’Donoghue and “The Rachel Incident” in Marginalia.

Join Campus Recreation as it wishes Andy Sykes, associate director of Campus Recreation programs, the best in his new endeavor and sends off Kenneth Ewertz onto a joyful retirement

The come-and-go reception with appetizers will take place 10 a.m.-noon Monday, July 31 in the Heskett Center Lobby.

Honoring the 75th anniversary of Executive Order 9981, the Military and Veteran Center will host a brief ceremony at 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 26 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. A proclamation from Gov. Laura Kelly will be presented honoring this milestone, with Kansas Senator Oletha Faust-Goudeau presenting the proclamation on her behalf.

On July 26, 1948, President Harry Truman signed Executive Order 9981, creating the President’s Committee on Equality of Treatment and Opportunity in the Armed Services. The order mandated the desegregation of the U.S. military.

Kansas Hispanic & Latino American Affairs Commission (KHLAAC) announced its annual Latin@ Leadership Summit will take place 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, July 29 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

This year’s theme is “Raising Our Voices Through Advocacy.” The leadership summit features a day of workshops and panels designed to give Latino leaders the information and support needed to effectively advocate for the community in the areas of education, healthcare, business and civic engagement. Sulma Arias, executive director of People’s Action and a Wichita native, is the keynote speaker.

A networking event for registered attendees will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 28 at WSU. Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish will be offered. There is a $20 registration fee.

Join the staff artists as they discuss their artwork on display in the exhibit, “Artists at Work: The Ulrich Staff Creates” — on view in Grafly Gallery on the first floor of the Ulrich Museum from May 25 through Aug. 5 — at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 19. Refreshments are available starting at 10 a.m.

This unique exhibition features work by five museum employees, showcasing a variety of media and creative processes, such as print, painting, digital media, collage and drawing. Museum professionals by day, these artists use their own creative experiences to strengthen and inform their approaches to the multifaceted industry in which they work.

The event is open to everyone at no additional charge.

The Office of Strategic Communications will offer headshot photos to WSU faculty and staff at no additional charge. These opportunities are quick and walk-in only without needing to schedule an appointment.

The next headshot photo event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

Additional dates will be announced in the future.

Welcomefest is a university-wide campaign that showcases events and experiences that are essential to students who are new to Wichita State. Any department or student organization may submit an event to be included in the campaign.

Events should focus on at least one of the four areas; academic success, connectedness, diversity and inclusion, or wellness. Events are featured on the Welcomefest website and are distributed to students new to WSU.

Fall 2023 Welcomefest takes place Friday, Aug. 18 through Saturday, Sept. 16.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hire talented student employees for the 2023-24 academic year. Shocker Career Accelerator invites offices and departments to participate in the upcoming On-Campus Job Fairs:

• 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, July 28
• 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25

By joining the fairs, departments can showcase their available student assistant and graduate assistant positions, attracting motivated individuals to contribute to the team. The event also serves as a chance to welcome students to the campus’ dynamic environment.

Space is limited, so secure a spot promptly. Registration for the first job fair is due Friday, July 21. To register and reserve a table, complete the registration. There is no registration fee for this event.

For any inquiries or assistance, contact Lori Godderz at 316-978-6568 or lori.godderz@wichita.edu.