Category: Student Organizations

The Shocker Gaming Club (SGC) will have its first meeting of the semester from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1 in the Heskett Center E-Sports Hub. Come by and learn what SGC does and how you can join.

There will be pizza, games and announcements of the events SGC will have this semester. Anyone and everyone of any level of interest in gaming, from board games to video games, is welcome. Bring your Shocker ID to get pizza at no additional charge.

The Association of Hindu Students in America (AHINSA) invites Shockers to join its organization. It will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 in 258 Rhatigan Student Center, Smokey Hills Room, to discuss the events that will shape the spring semester for the organization.

This organization provides leadership opportunities to its members, giving everyone a chance to put forth their view and shape the future of the organization. Undergraduate students can use this platform to gain credit towards their degree (where eligible).

Those interested in attending the meeting, or those interested in joining the organization but will not be able to attend the meeting due to any reason, can fill out the registration form.

AHINSA looks forward to seeing Shockers at the meeting and learning more about their culture.

The Spring Involvement Fair allows students an opportunity to connect with a diverse pool of student organizations who want to enhance Shockers’ student experiences.

From recreational, academic, social, special interest, political, religious and cultural organizations, the fair hopes to find a place where you belong. The Spring Involvement Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 on the first and second floors of the Rhatigan Student Center. Prizes such as an iPad, FijiFilm polaroid camera, Kitchen Aid mixer and Ninja Creami will be up for grabs, as well as T-shirts and food, while supplies last.

Shocker Rowing is looking to recruit students interested in rowing. The team is recruiting for the men’s team, women’s team and for coxswains. No experience is required.

There will be two interest meetings for anyone looking to join at 5 p.m. Jan. 25 and Jan. 26 in 206 Heskett Center.

Spectrum: LGBTQ & Allies is hosting a winter wonderland and holiday-themed drag show featuring student performers at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 and is seeking student performers.

Applicants will be offered a platform where they can be themselves and express themselves however they want. The LGBTQ+ advocacy and education group encourages students of all experience levels to participate.  Selected performers will be compensated $100 per performance. They should expect to have one to two performances. Interested applicants must complete a Google Form and submit costume photos, music selections and inquiries by Dec. 1.

Additional information can be found on Spectrum’s Instagram and Facebook.

The Shocker Gaming Club is hosting a Mario Kart tournament at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29 in the Heskett Center Esports Hub. Shockers can show off their drifting skills in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and be named the champion of Mario Kart.

The entry fee is $3, and participants will pay at the door. Sign-ups are from 5:20 to 6 p.m. the day of the tournament.

• Warm-ups will run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• The tournament starts at 6:30 p.m.
• Entry is first come, first served. A limited number of Nintendo Switch controllers are available, so participants are encouraged to bring their own.

A full list of rules and information, as well as future events, can be found on the Shocker Gaming Club Discord server and ShockerSync page.

The Artist Exploration Association (AEA) will host its next meeting from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center, Edmiston Room.

AEA is an art club that meets monthly to test out different art mediums and connect with other artists on campus. For its November meeting, it will host a workshop teaching the basics of how to crochet. All majors are welcome to attend.

Experience the vibrancy of India at India Nite starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18 in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Hosted by the Indian Student Association, the evening promises to be a feast for the senses. The campus community can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Indian culture through an array of colorful performances, including traditional dance and music that echoes the heart and soul of India. Relish the flavors of authentic Indian cuisine with an array of dishes that promise to delight palates. Whether someone is familiar with Indian culture or eager to experience it for the first time, India Nite promises to be a memorable event that brings the WSU community together in a festivity of color and joy.

Shocker Gaming Club will host a Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) Halloween Party to celebrate the release of the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Heskett Center E-Sports Hub.

There will be an opportunity to play Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted in VR (on a first-come, first-serve basis), classic Halloween movies and a FNAF-themed costume contest, with the winning prize being a ticket to watch the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie.

Everyone is welcome to join the Google Developer Student Club (GDSC), where tech enthusiasts can learn and share their experiences.

The GDSC has an open discussion info session from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 in 203 Rhatigan Student Center. For questions, email gdscwsu.wichita@gmail.com.