Category: Welcomefest

Kick off the semester with a laid-back evening on the river with S’mores & Oars from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27 at Boats & Bikes, 150 N. McLean Blvd. Students get free admissions with their Shocker IDs.

Hang out with the Shocker rowing team and enjoy:

S’mores by the water
Kayaks, paddle boards and pedal boats
Yard games and chill vibes
Learn to row with the Shocker rowing crew

Bring your friends, your Shocker ID and your river spirit. No experience needed — just come ready to have fun.

Join Shocker Career Accelerator for the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27 on the east lawn of Hubbard Hall. More than 50 employers will be available to network with students, and the Shocker Career Accelerator team will be there to share helpful career resources. Enjoy hot dogs, free root beer and a laid-back outdoor atmosphere while making valuable connections for your future. Dress is casual. Bring your Shocker ID or number.

Win big at Big Bingo with Student Activities Council (SAC), which is giving away big prizes, from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 in the Charles Koch Arena Practice Gym. In the past, students have won a Quest VR headset, GoTrax electric scooter, small kitchen appliances, board games, dorm room supplies and much more. Admission is free and anyone can play, but only WSU students are eligible to win prizes.

Big Bingo is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For questions about this event call 316-978-3022 or email sac@wichita.edu. For more events like this visit wichita.edu/sac.

Explore the library’s secrets at noon Friday, Sept. 5 or 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. Meet by the Circulation Desk for a tour of:

• The 24-Hour Study Room and other study areas
• The Tech Hub
• And other services, collections and spaces throughout Ablah Library

After the tour, in room 217 Ablah Library, participants will:

• Explore the library website
• Locate online articles and books through SmartSearch, A-Z Databases page and interlibrary loan
• And identify your personal librarian

RSVP is not required, but will provide you with an email reminder the day before the event.

Get ready for the ultimate showdown. Clash of the Colleges is back, and this year its celebrating the 11th anniversary with a competition like never before.

Join Clash for a field day Friday, Aug. 22 in Eck Stadium filled with exciting team events, thrilling relay races, virtual challenges and more to see which college will reign supreme. Whether you come solo or with a group of friends, you’re in for an evening packed full with fun and unforgettable moments. Secure your spot now by placing your reservation.

Contact Kaelyn Hannah at kaelyn.hannah@wichita.edu for any questions.

Start off the semester with 14 hours of events, activities, prizes and more during RSC Day Shocker Night. From 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, the Rhatigan Student Center will have 20+ activities for students to kick off the semester, including a balloon artist, live music, free T-shirts, video game tournaments and a foam party. Visit wichita.edu/rscdayshockernight for full schedule of activities. Must show a Shocker ID to participate.

Sponsored by Rhatigan Student Center, Student Engagement & Belonging, Student Activities Council, Community Service Board, WSU Dining and Middle of Nowhere Games.

The Heskett Center throwing open the doors of the Esports Hub — and all students are invited. Come hang out at the Heskett Center’s Esports Hub from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20 to explore the space and connect with others in Shocker Nation.

Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, this is your chance to dive into the action and see what makes our hub the heart of local esports.

Want your college to secure an early lead for the 11th annual Clash of the Colleges? Rack up points by jumping into the Virtual Clash Games running all week long. Participate from anywhere, on your own time and help push your college to the top of the leaderboard. Ready to play? Visit wichita.edu/clash for the full list of games, step-by-step instructions and all submission links.

Want your college to secure an early lead for the 11th annual Clash of the Colleges? Rack up points by jumping into the Virtual Clash Games running all week long. Participate from anywhere, on your own time and help push your college to the top of the leaderboard. Ready to play? Visit wichita.edu/clash for the full list of games, step-by-step instructions and all submission links.

Start off the semester with 14 hours of events, activities, prizes and more during RSC Day Shocker Night. From 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, the Rhatigan Student Center will have 20+ activities for students to kick off the semester, including a balloon artist, live music, free T-shirts, video game tournaments and a foam party. Visit wichita.edu/rscdayshockernight for full schedule of activities. Must show a Shocker ID to participate.

Sponsored by Rhatigan Student Center, Student Engagement & Belonging, Student Activities Council, Community Service Board, WSU Dining and Middle of Nowhere Games.