Category: Events and Recreation

Join faculty and staff for continental breakfast and discussion on supporting first-gen students from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 7 in the Shocker Hall multipurpose room. RSVPs are open until Oct 31. If you have any questions, email Chris Wiebe at chirstopher.wiebe@wichita.edu.

All faculty and teaching staff are invited to an American Association of University Professors (AAUP) chapter meeting for updates on campus issues including Market-Based Compensation. The meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 in 209 Hubbard Hall. Bring a friend or two for updates on events around the campus and state. For questions, contact AAUP chapter secretary George Dehner via email at george.dehner@wichita.edu.

Dr. Michael Hall, associate professor of political science, will be leading a discussion on global tariffs. at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 in 417 Lindquist Hall. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

For questions and dietary accommodations, email Dr. Alexandra Middlewood at alexandra.middlewood@wichita.edu.

Wichita State employees who reached a service milestone between the dates of Sept 2, 2024 and Sept. 1, 2025 will be honored at events hosted by the university in November.

The event for honorees celebrating milestones of five to 20 years of service with the State of Kansas will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom. The event is open to all employees to attend and celebrate with their colleagues who are honorees. RSVP by Friday, Oct. 24 if you will attend the event.

The event for honorees celebrating milestones of 25-50 years of service with the State of Kansas, Bender of Twigs (25 years dedicated to Wichita State) and those having retired from the university will be held on Nov. 13. This is an invitation only dinner event for honorees and their guest.

To view a list of the 2025 Service Recognition Honorees or see more information about Wichita State’s annual employee Service Recognition program, visit the service recognition webpage.

Help fight hunger at Empty Bowls Wichita’s 2025 Chili Cook-Off fundraiser with the Ulrich Museum of Art from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 in Woolsey Hall.

In exchange for your $35 donation, choose a bowl to keep from hundreds of handmade ceramic vessels, then sample chili and soups donated by chili lovers and local celebrity chefs. All proceeds benefit Humankind Ministries, Pando Initiative via ICT Community Fridges, and WSU Shocker Locker Project.

Tickets are available at the door or in advance at emptybowlswichita.org. The price is $35 for general admission and $15 for student admission. Kids five and younger get in at no charge and receive a free kid’s bowl.

A $100 VIP ticket is new this year, and includes early entry at 10:30 a.m., beverages, first pick of bowls and reserved seating on the second floor where they can mingle with other VIPs and sponsors.

Join the Hugo Wall School at Hugo Wall Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 at Wichita State Connect. The theme for this year’s event is “Advancing Public Service in Times of Uncertainty.”

The annual networking and learning event brings alumni, students, faculty, staff, and local government and nonprofit professionals together in the spirit of Dr. Hugo Wall’s commitment to the study and practice of public administration.

Attending Hugo Wall Day is a fantastic opportunity for students to network with experienced professionals in public administration and learn more about careers in public service within the government and nonprofit sectors, as well as the Master of Public Administration program. You’ll also have the chance to engage in meaningful discussions with experts, making it a valuable experience for your academic and professional growth. Plus, it’s free for WSU students and lunch will be provided.

Student Engagement & Belonging and Indigenous Student Collective invite everyone on campus to join in honoring Indigenous Peoples Day at an event from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Canter at the Bluestem Lounge. You’ll hear from faculty, staff and students as they share the meaning and importance of Indigenous Peoples Day, and enjoy live music and free food as part of the celebration.

HOPE Services and Student Outreach and Support (SOS) is partnering with The Phoenix for a night of Yoga from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 in 143 Heskett Center.

Join the Hugo Wall School at Hugo Wall Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 at Wichita State Connect. The theme for this year’s event is “Advancing Public Service in Times of Uncertainty.”

The annual networking and learning event brings alumni, students, faculty, staff, and local government and nonprofit professionals together in the spirit of Dr. Hugo Wall’s commitment to the study and practice of public administration.

Hugo Wall Day is a time to celebrate and reflect on the importance of public service in our communities, the state of Kansas, the nation and the broader process of democratic governance.

Join the conversation is Dr. David H. Rosenbloom, Distinguished Professor of Public Administration and a leading scholar in administrative and constitutional law, human resources management and democratic governance.

Registration is $40, which includes a light breakfast and lunch. WSU students can attend for free.

The WSU Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) was established last fall to help advance the work of Wichita State in meeting the needs of communities across the state. The OCP is to serve as a support and collaborative hub for community-focused initiatives housed in WSU offices aiming to strengthen the well-being of Kansas residents, organizations and communities. The office will serve as resource for faculty, staff and students wanting to engage in community efforts, especially in the public, social and health services fields.

Because of the important work you do with organizations and communities in the state, OCP would like you to join its monthly community partnership meeting from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.