Category: Events and Recreation

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.

Join the Environmental Finance Center and Wichita State to celebrate the launch of the new Heartland Environmental Justice Center. The center will serve to build the capacity of individuals, organizations and institutions who serve underserved and disadvantaged communities in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and adjoining indigenous nations to make meaningful advances towards environmental and energy equity.

The celebration event will feature President Rick Muma; Meg McCollister, EPA Region 7 administrator; and representatives from the Environmental Justice Center and partners. Join the event at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 12 in the John Bardo Center lobby or via YouTube livestream.

KMUW will discuss “The Fate of Performing Arts in Wichita” during July’s Engage ICT at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 11 at Roxy’s Downtown.

When it comes to the fate of performing arts in Wichita, there’s more on the line than the fight over Century II. The economic impact of shows large and small, venues historic and new, the wrestle over parking, and how to bring more shows like “Hamilton” into Wichita, are all complicated issues.

Join the Maternal and Child Health Equity Conference to be held Aug. 25 in the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. The event will bring together researchers and practitioners from diverse fields and locations across Kansas to tackle the social determinants of health affecting maternal and child well-being.

The conference theme “Connect, Create, and Collaborate: Generating Proven Solutions for our State,” emphasizes the importance of working together to improve health outcomes. Participants will explore a wide range of factors impacting health, such as housing, economic issues, domestic violence, mental health and more. Attendees can earn nursing or social work CEUs while benefiting from enlightening presentations by expert speakers and valuable networking opportunities.

The conference is honored to have Dr. Nina Wallerstein as its keynote speaker. With over thirty years of experience in community-based participatory research, Dr. Wallerstein’s insights will inspire attendees to drive positive change.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of maternal and child health in Kansas.