Category: Recognized Student Organization Events

If you are part of a recognized student organization and would like to promote an upcoming event, you can submit an item for consideration at news.wichita.edu and click “Submit an item.”

Please review the submission guidelines for RSO events.

The Japanese Culture Association welcomes Barabara Kay who is coming to the next general meeting from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 in 203 Rhatigan Student Center, Lancelot Room, to do a workshop in traditional Japanese ink painting.

If you are an artist who has wanted to learn the medium, or just interested in Japanese culture, this is an opportunity to be taught by an expert. While not required, it is recommended attendees wear a shirt that can get stained as a precaution. Supplies will be provided.

Spectrum is celebrating 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations at Wichita State at an event starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

The event will include a catered dinner, music, speakers, a silent auction, dancing and presentations about local LGBTQ+ history from Dr. Jenny Pearson, professor of sociology, Dr. Jay Price, professor of history, and Brent Kennedy, lecturer in anthropology.

Tickets are just $10 for students and $20 for faculty, staff and community members. Purchase tickets at wichita.edu/lgbtq50.

Come join Association for Computing Machinery from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room for a beginner-friendly, hands-on GitHub workshop taught by Cody Farlow, assistant educator and MS in computer science graduate coordinator.

This workshop is designed to be welcoming to students of all experience levels, especially those who are new to Git and GitHub. Learn the basics of version control, how to create and manage repositories, make commits, work with branches, push and pull changes, and collaborate with others on software projects. Farlow will walk through the fundamentals step-by-step and provide practical guidance you can use for class assignments, personal projects and future professional work.

No prior Git or GitHub experience is required. Students from any computing background are welcome. Bring your laptop and follow along. Snacks will be provided.

For more information, reach out to Keaton Stwalley at kcstwalley@shockers.wichita.edu.

College is the perfect time to create long-lasting memories and friendships. Whether you’re into sports, arts, community service or something super niche, ShockerSync shows you student organizations that cater to all interests.

Find your community and check out all the upcoming events by visiting wichita.edu/shockersync.

College life can be overwhelming between family, friends, classes and studying that you may feel you’re missing out. That’s why ShockerSync is your hub for student organizations and sports clubs for a variety of majors, hobbies and interests.

Beat the FOMO and check out all the events coming up on campus and find your community at wichita.edu/shockersync.

Kinship Alumni Network and Black Student Union invite students to The Community Link Up, a collaborative networking event from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room.

Come connect with alumni, community members and professionals from a variety of industries while building relationships, exploring career paths and expanding your network. Whether you are looking for career insight, mentorship, community connections or simply want to meet new people, this event is designed to create space for conversation and opportunity.

Refreshments will be provided, and attendees will also have the chance to win door prizes. Bring a friend, come as you are and join for an evening of connection, conversation and community.

Shocker Esports and Shocker Gaming Club will host a watch party for the Rocket League Esports World Championships from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20 in 156A Corbin Education Center.

There will be free pizza, Rocket League merch and chances to catch up with friends, new and old.

If you are part of a recognized student organization and would like to promote an upcoming event, you can submit an item for consideration at news.wichita.edu and click “Submit an item.”

Please review the submission guidelines for RSO events.

Spectrum is celebrating 50 years of LGBTQ+ recognized student organizations at Wichita State at an event starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 in 305/306 Rhatigan Student Center, Beggs Ballroom.

The event will include a catered dinner, music, speakers, a silent auction, dancing and presentations about local LGBTQ+ history from Dr. Jenny Pearson, professor of sociology, Dr. Jay Price, professor of history, and Brent Kennedy, lecturer in anthropology.

Tickets are just $10 for students and $20 for faculty, staff and community members. Purchase tickets at wichita.edu/lgbtq50.