This exhibit explores what it means to find connection, identity, and community through art. Featuring works that celebrate the beauty of inclusion, The Art of Belonging invites viewers to reflect on how creativity helps us see ourselves—and each other—more fully.
Join us for a reception on November 5 from 3–5 p.m. in the William T. Kemper Art Gallery.
Enjoy a free movie screening of Anora with complimentary snacks and drinks! Stay after for a group discussion and a chance to win prizes in our raffle giveaway.
Get ready to boogie on the dance floor, we are hosting a Silent Disco!
Everyone will check out a pair of headphones and pick which DJ they listen to while they get down on the dance floor. It will be a groovy experience filled with dancing, a dirty soda bar, and fun decorations, all while you enjoy the music that you want. Join us on November 7th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the Union Courtyard!
Celebrate International Education Week—a nationwide initiative highlighting the value of global learning and exchange. Through a variety of campus events, this collaborative week showcases K-State’s international impact, promotes cultural awareness, and provides opportunities for all students, faculty, and the community to connect. More details about events and activities coming soon!
Discover and play unique games from different parts of the world! We have 20+ games, such as Carrom, LUDO, Mahjong, Loteria, Mancala, Crokinole, etc. Join us for an evening filled with fun, snacks, and giveaways. Playing these games will also give you a chance to win fun giveawys! Bring your friends and dive into games that span cultures and continents! All are welcome—don’t miss out on the excitement!
Free Pickle giveaways in the Union first floor!
Warm up with a cup of free hot chocolate and get creative at our cozy candle-making event! Take a break, unwind, and craft your own custom candle to bring home. It’s the perfect way to relax, connect, and add a little glow to your day.
Join us for a fun trivia night on campus! Enjoy free trivia, free appetizers, and compete for prizes. First place team takes home a $40 prize. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Join us for a celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)! This special tradition honors and remembers loved ones who have passed, while celebrating life, culture, and community. The event will feature creative activities, music, and festive elements—perfect for everyone to enjoy. All are welcome to participate, whether you’re here to celebrate, reflect, or simply join in the fun. More details coming soon
Brought to you in collaboration with the Hispanic American Leadership Organization
Join us for a night of incredible live music with rising pop artist Thomas Day! Bring your friends and enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and fun. No tickets required!
Celebrate the spooky season with us! Stop by for a fun Halloween-themed event and take home a cuddly Halloween plush.
The Harry Potter Dessert Theatre is back! ✨ Union Program Council is excited to host this magical evening in the “Harry Potter Room” — the Great Room of Hale Library. Enjoy desserts straight from the wizarding world, including chocolate frogs, butterbeer, and more. The night will also feature Harry Potter–themed activities like trivia, a costume contest, the Sorting Hat, and live entertainment from On the Spot Improv. Don’t miss this enchanting celebration!
UPC is committed to creating welcoming events for all. Discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military status, or veteran status is strictly prohibited.
You heard it right… it’s hoa hoa hoa season! Join UPC in watching the 1st Twilight movie. Free snacks and drinks while supplies last!
Step into the cult classic experience of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Join us for a wild night of costumes, call-backs, and unforgettable fun. The preshow kicks off at 10:30 p.m. leading into the midnight movie screening at 12 a.m.
Prop bags will be available for $5 for students with a K-State ID and $7 for the community.
Don’t miss your chance to do the Time Warp with us! All are welcome!
Enjoy a night filled with food vendors, cultural performances, and fun carnival games with exciting prizes to win! Celebrate the variety of savory, amazing flavors, and experience the vibrant traditions of Asia—don't miss out! All are welcome!
Brought to you in collaboration with the American Asian Student Union
Join us for a fun and festive evening of pumpkin painting hosted in collaboration with First-Gen Wildcats and Tri-Alpha Honor Society! Everyone is welcome to stop by, get creative, and embrace the fall spirit with us. All supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity and enjoy the cozy vibes!
Come hang out and watch Dancing With the Stars! We will be providing free snacks and drinks!
🌼 Petal It Forward 🌼
Brighten your day—and someone else’s! Stop by to pick up two free flowers: one for you to keep and one to share with a friend, classmate, or stranger. Let’s spread kindness together!
Join us October 13th from 6-8pm for a fun-filled event to celebrate the beginning of fall! We will have wreath decorating, pumpkin painting, and face painting along with a popcorn bar, photo booth, and a student farmers market. All activities except for the student farmers market will be free of charge and available to all. Bring your fall vibes and cozy sweaters for this Autumn filled event!
Get in the Union losers, we're watching a movie!
Join us on October 3rd for a showing of the original Mean Girls movie. We will have a raffle for baskets with Mean Girls inspired prizes! Be on the lookout for information on our social media to enter the raffle!
✨ Celebrate Taylor Swift’s Album Release! ✨
Join us for friendship bracelet making, a raffle of Taylor Swift items and—of course—a listening party featuring all 11 of her past albums.
☕🎶 Free Radina’s Coffee & Live Music!
Kick back with a cup of Radina’s coffee and enjoy live performances—free for all students!
Our second Where’s Willie is here. Click here to learn more -> https://www.kstateupc.com/wheres-willie
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a night of Latin music, dancing, and community. Enjoy free antojitos (snacks) , a live DJ, and great vibes—everyone is welcome to join the fun!
🎉 Bingo Night! Win free food as prizes! Come snag some basket giveaways while you play! 🛒✨
Unleash your creativity at Paint N Sip! Design your own tote bag or canvas while sipping on unique dirty soda creations. A laid-back night of art, drinks, and good vibes—you bring the friends, we’ll bring the paint.
Axe Throwing • Live Music • Temporary Tattoos • Snacks • Root Beer Floats 🎶
Come hang out with us for a free night of entertainment, treats, and activities! Test your aim with axe throwing, enjoy live music, grab some snacks and floats, and get a temporary tattoo with friends. Don’t miss this chance to relax, have fun, and kick back on campus!
Learn about UPC, play some games, and get free food! Join us in the Bluemont room on the 2nd floor of the Union for food and fun!
Indulge in a sweet treat at our Sweet Spot ice cream handout event! Join us for a delightful experience where you can enjoy a variety of delicious ice cream flavors, served up fresh and free of charge. This fun and casual event is a chance to cool off, socialize, and savor a scoop (or two!) of your favorite frozen delight. Don’t miss out on this tasty opportunity to make your day a little sweeter!
Join us in kicking off a fun, new tradition on campus with the Where’s Willie? Scavenger Hunt. A returning monthly game that brings Wildcats together for a bit of adventure, friendly competition, and school spirit. Each month, Willie the Wildcat will be hidden somewhere inside the K-State Student Union. Find him first and win a prize! Your first chance to win a prize will be September 3rd. The clue will be announced on our Instagram - @kstateupc
Kick off the new semester at one of the biggest events of Week of Welcome! The International Block Party is your chance to connect with new friends, enjoy free food from a variety of food trucks (while supplies last), and dance to live DJ music. This high-energy atmosphere is the perfect way to celebrate the start of the year and get a taste of everything campus life has to offer. Don’t miss out!
**One free food item per individual with K-State Student ID. Additional food for purchase will be available after free meals redemptions are completed for the night.**
Presented as a part of Week of Welcome, hosted by SPI. This event is co-sponsored by the Alumni Association & Union Program Council.
Come to the K-State Student Union and explore 400+ student organizations and other involvement opportunities. This is a great way to learn about fun orgnizations and clubs on campus!
Kick off the school year with one of K-State’s favorite Welcome Week traditions! Join us on Bosco Student Plaza for a free lunch, live music, and a chance to meet new Wildcats and reconnect with friends!
See what the K-State Student Union is all about at one of K-State’s biggest events! Late Night at the Union is your chance to explore the Union after hours with FREE food, games, prizes, and entertainment on every floor.
Enjoy activities like a hypnotist, music, crafts, inflatables and more, plus grab giveaways and meet our Union partners, offices, and staff who help make campus life amazing.
Decorate your new room with some posters! UPC will be hosting a poster sale August 19-25th from 9am to 6pm each day in the Courtyard on the ground floor of the K-State Student Union. Posters will also be available during Late Night at the Union!
Things We Keep Exhibit is a reflective gallery exhibit exploring the objects, memories, and moments we hold onto—both physically and emotionally. Featuring personal items shared by K-State Union full-time staff, this collection offers a unique glimpse into their lives, stories, and what matters most to them. Through these meaningful keepsakes, the exhibit invites viewers to consider their own connections to memory, identity, and the quiet power of holding on.
Discover the connection between food, culture, and architecture in Hong Kong through student-created books and large-scale visuals. This gallery-style event, in collaboration with the College of Architecture and Design, showcases the vibrant energy of food and city life.
Join us in the William T. Kemper Art Gallery in the Union for the reception May 15 @4pm to experience the flavor and creativity of Hong Kong!
