Events
Women of Wichita State University members can be as active as they wish or as their schedule permits. A most important part of being a member is no matter how active you are, you are assured that your support allows WSU students to attain the college education they so desperately want. Often times, this is only possible because of the financial help received from the association.
Several interest groups will be meeting and there are activities and events in planning so check back often, join us on Facebook, and watch your WSU email!
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2024-2025 Upcoming Events
RISE Farm
Saturday, May 17
1:00 pm
RISE Farm is an urban rooftop farm on the top floor of the Fidelity Bank Car Park in downtown Wichita. It is located on the East side of Market between Waterman and English. We will be touring the farm on Saturday, October 12th at 10:30am. Here is a link to their website. There is a small public parking area on the 1st floor at the South end of the building that can be accessed from either Waterman or Market (one way North). There is also street parking on Waterman and English. There is a secure entrance at the corner of English and Market, where we will gather our group before being ushered up to the rooftop. Please let us know if you plan to join so we can make sure everyone is there before we head up.
Also located on the first floor is GROW Plant Bar, 2Beatz Boutique and Lotte.
If you have questions, please reach out to Shenneah Parsons, Chair, Events at shenneah.parsons@wichita.edu.
Wichita Art Museum, College Night!
February 28, 6:00-8:00 pm
Free with WSU ID
We will view the Interwoven exhibition and listen to live music. It’s free with a WSU ID. I plan to be there at 6:00 pm. Let me know if you are interested in carpooling. https://wam.org/event/wam-nights-college-night-feb2025/
Mark Arts, A La Mode: The Language of Fashion in Art Exhibit
March 8, 11:00 am
No Cost
Following the exhibit let's plan to go to lunch. Bradley Fair has several restaurants and others near by.
https://markartsks.com/current-and-upcoming-exhibitions/
Holiday Luncheon
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The Kitchen, north Oliver
11:30 am-1:00 pm
WWSU will meet in the private dining room for our annual holiday luncheon. Members will select their meal ahead of time from a choice of four items, the deadline is January 13 to order lunch.
We will also have our annual Dirty Santa gift exchange. If you wish to participate, bring a wrapped gift valued at no more than $25.00.
Social Event
RISE FARMS Tour
Saturday, October 12, 10:30 am
RISE Farm is an urban rooftop farm on the top floor of the Fidelity Bank Car Park in downtown Wichita. It is located on the East side of Market between Waterman and English. We will be touring the farm on Saturday, October 12th at 10:30am. Here is a link to their website. There is a small public parking area on the 1st floor at the South end of the building that can be accessed from either Waterman or Market (one way North). There is also street parking on Waterman and English. There is a secure entrance at the corner of English and Market, where we will gather our group before being ushered up to the rooftop. Please let us know if you plan to join so we can make sure everyone is there before we head up.
Also located on the first floor is GROW Plant Bar, 2Beatz Boutique and Lotte.
If you have questions, please reach out to Shenneah Parsons, Chair, Events at shenneah.parsons@wichita.edu.
Social Event
Viva La Olive
300 N Mead St, Suite 105
Thursday, October 17
6:00-8:00 pm
Join WWSU members, friends and family are invited, for an evening at Viva La Olive, in conjunction with Community Education. VLO will offer a tasing of extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars, supplemented with homemade bread, olives, and a light salad. After the class attendees may purchase their favorite oils and vinegars at a 15% discount.
Attendees will also go home with a complimentary 60ml bottle of their favorite oil or vinegar and recipes from the evening.
Instructor: Jan Vicory, manager, Viva La Olive, https://vivalaolive.com/
Cost:
$34 per person or two persons for $59 (use OLIVE to get the discount for two people)
- WSU employees use GOSHOCKS for a 10% discount
- WSU Retirees use RETIREE for a 10% discount
Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, November 20: Meet Miss Kansas, Alexis Smith.
12:00-1:00 pm, RSC room 261
Alexis is dedicated to advocating for healthy relationships through her community service initiative, Respect Reclaimed: Advocating for Healthy Relationships. Throughout her year as Miss Kansas, she will travel extensively across the state, collaborating with organizations such as the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, Kansas Department of Transportation, and Lead For America to provide education on this crucial issue.
It is Alexis' mission to raise awareness about unhealthy and abusive relationships in all aspects of life. She aims to foster a deeper understanding and promote healthier relationships by sharing her personal story.
Lunch Bunch
Meets fourth Monday of each month, drop in between 11:30 am-1:00 pm, everyone welcome!
June 24: Il Vicino, at Bradley Fair
July 22: Dempsey Burger Pub, College Hill
August 26: Fuzzy's Taco Shop, Braeburn Square
September 23: The Kitchen, on north Oliver
October 28: Social Tap, Braeburn Square
December 9: Cafe Maurice, 21st and Webb
Janaury 27: First Mile Kitchen, Bradley Fair
February 24: Shocker Grill and Lanes
March 24: Shocker Hall Dining
April 28: NetApp Cafeteria
May 19: Fuzzy's Taco Shop, Braeburn Square
June 23: Il Vicino, Bradley Fair
July 28: Social Tap (bring in food from any restaurant at Braeburn Square)
August 25: Another Broken Egg (4862 E 35th St N) Check out the menu: https://www.anotherbrokenegg.com/media/obzhx34p/2025-summer-ada-compliance-nat.pdf
September 22: RSC Basement - choose from any restaurant in the RSC or bring your own and join us in the basement!
Food & Friends
Meets the last Sunday of each month, 6:00 pm. Everyone welcome!
July 28: Jimmie's Diner, North Rock Rd
August 25: Bocatto Eatery, Old Town
September 29: The Belmont, 3555 E Douglas
October 27: Bocatto Eatery in Old Town
November: no dinner
December: date to be determined, Newport Grill
January 26: Felipe's on N Woodlawn
February 23: Oh Yeah China on N Rock
March 30: Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood on S Rock
April 27: Savute's Italian on N Broadway
June 1: China Inn, 4605 E Central
New Members and Returning Members
August 29: Fall Opening Exhibition at the Ulrich Museum, 5:30 pm.
Sheet's Creek
Wednesday, May 1
5:00 pm
Please joine Women of WSU at Sheet's Creek Bar & Grill to celebrate the end of the
semester. We will sit out on the paito and enjoy the lovely view as we relax. Sheet's
Creek is at 1720 N Webb Road.
Stay in the loop on quick meet-ups by connecting with us on Facebook!