Boba and Bears
Come join UPC in the Welcome Lounge of the Student Union. Grab some boba and stuff a plush to destress during the end of the semester!
Come join UPC in the Welcome Lounge of the Student Union. Grab some boba and stuff a plush to destress during the end of the semester!
Come to JPs on April 26th to enjoy a free BBQ meal from JPs and listen to some music from The Flint Hills Band, a band local to Manhattan! Tickets are one per person, fill out the survey below to secure your spot!
https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9M53XTKQ1lMfyzY
Tea Party is back! This time with a twist - Queen of Hearts style! Join us for flowers, tea, and some casino games - free while supplies last!
Ken you stand the excitement? Join UPC and the Morrison Family Center for Student Wellbeing in watching the most recent Barbie movie! Snacks while supplies last and dressing up is encouraged!
Enjoy a leisurely round of indoor mini golf at Manhattan's new Sinkers Lounge! To guarantee your free entry, stop by the UPC office in 054 K-State Student Union to pick up your wristband in advance!
Come to the Quad at 10:30 on April 19th to enjoy a yoga class from Orange Sky. Yoga mats will be available! There will be plant potting, a therapy dog, snacks, and more!
MANHATTAN – Isn’t it just marvelous?
American rapper, song writer and social media sensation Yung Gravy is coming to Kansas State University.
Yung Gravy will perform at 8 p.m, Thursday, April 11 at Bramlage Coliseum with doors opening at 7 p.m. Student tickets are $5 and go on sale at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 19 at tinyurl.com/KStateYungGravy. General public tickets are $20 and will be available at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, March 21. All prices include fees and taxes.
The concert is organized and sponsored by the Union Program Council in partnership with the K-State Student Union and Union Governing Board.
Yung Gravy uses his own special recipe to bring originality and positivity to make his one-of-a-kind impact on the genre. Gravy flexes his passion for soul music and oldies in his production, sampling a wide range of musical styles dating from the 1940s to the present day. His musical style is a blend of hip-hop, funk and modern trap with themes inspired by soul and oldies, giving him a unique sound in the rap community. For example, his platinum breakout hit “Mr. Clean'' samples the popular 1954 song “Mr. Sandman” by The Chordettes. His first Billboard Hot 100 single “Betty (Get Money)” samples Rick Astley’s 1988 smash “Never Gonna Give You Up.”
For all the swagger and style exhibited upon his arrival, Gravy has managed to become even smoother as he stirred up tastiest sauce yet on his 2022 third full-length opus, Marvelous featuring the singles “C’est La Vie” and “Dancing in the Rain” along with “Betty.” He comments, “We needed to rail people with the first drop of the album. It shows I’m back and my best friend is on the track, it came out really hot.”
Come join UPC on April 5 from 6-8PM for our final bingo of the year! You have the chance to win any of our baskets full of goodies ranging from K-State Swag, to knitting kits, or even one of our big prizes like a Nintendo Switch Lite!
*CONTENT WARNING: This exhibit can be emotionally triggering for people impacted by sexual assault. Please reach out to the CARE office to speak with an advocate: P: (785) 532-6444 E: ksucare@ksu.edu. Walk-ins accepted.
April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the featured exhibit, “What Were You Wearing” challenges the victim-blaming myth that choice of clothing can become an invitation for assault. The exhibit features narratives and re-creations of outfits based on survivors’ experiences. Viewers are invited to reconsider what the long-held beliefs of sexual assault are and challenge the victim-blaming behavior that often accompanies these incidents of violence.
A special thank you to the exhibit hosts: The Morrison Family Center for Student Well-being, CARE, and Wildcats Make a Pact for their dedication to awareness. The exhibit is sponsored by the Union Program Council, the K-State Student Union, and Student Programs & Involvement.
UPC is partnering with SHPE to bring you Latin Dance Party: A Night Under the Stars!
So what is a 48-hour film challenge?
As the name implies you and a small group of friends have just 48 hours to create an original story (2-6 minutes in length) of any genre. The film could be about anything, but must include three creative elements that are announced at the kick-off event.
48 hours later you return your film to be judged and prepped for the film festival exhibition and awards ceremony. All films will judged by professional filmmakers throughout the Midwest, and prizes will be awarded in several categories including the Audience Choice Award.
https://www.k-state.edu/48filmfest/
The most oddly-satisfying DIY - stop by the Courtyard in the Union and make some slime! We've got all the add-ins, colors, and fragrances you could think of. Plus, enjoy some throwback snacks (fruit loop cereal straws!!!) to take you to simpler times.
Come join UPC in the Bluemont Room of the K-State Student Union from 6:30-8:30 for a High School Musical Sing-Along. Grab some free food and sing along. Enter for a chance to win 1 of 5 basketball jerseys SIGNED by Coach Tang or a basketball SIGNED by Coach Tang.*
*Must stay until the end of the event to be eligible to win
Come stop by the UPC table on the 1st floor of the Union to grab some Oreos and coffee from Radina’s while supplies last!
Channel your energy, cut loose with your best flips and tricks, and prepare for the weekend. Featuring hundreds of square feet of indoor trampolines, obstacle course, arcade games, free food, and more. Come out and enjoy an evening at the LEAP Trampoline Park with us.
Join UPC on Feb. 16 from 6-8 to bounce and bowl at LEAP family entertainment. Transportation is not provided. For more details and to register, please visit: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_81jJBYqExaoYdLw
Registration is required to attend. Please bring a valid KSU Student ID!
Limited to the first 150 participants.
Would you like to show your loved one how much you adore them this Valentine's Day?
This year, give the gift of a Tuba Valentine! The K-State Tuba and Euphonium Studio is once again running a fundraiser performing Tuba Valentines all over campus. Tuba Valentines are available on Tuesday, Feb. 14 from 10am to 4pm. Each request comes with a performance as well as a valentine note and a rose. The cost is FREE, courtesy of the Union Program Council.
To order, please enter email KSUTubaValentine@gmail.com with three times that work, the place (MUST BE ON CAMPUS), and if applicable the instructor of the course — as well as the instructor's email address. If you have questions about location feel free to email ashkey220@ksu.edu
Limited to first 40 in-person participants in person and first 15 virtual participants.
Are you interested in planning events? Come join UPC on Tuesday, Feb. 13 from 5:30-6:30 to learn about what UPC does, grab some food, and play some games.
UPC is looking for co-chairs to serve on committees for the 2024-2025 school year. Click the link for more information and the application!
https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJcxFw3c9rHtjGm
Come join UPC, Cats’ Cupboard, and Morrison Family Center for Student Well-Being at Cats’ Cupboard for tote bag decorating! Come drop by Cats’ Cupboard on Feb. 12 between 6:30-8 pm to decorate a tote bag, grab some snacks, grab a healthy recipe kit, and connect with resources! FREE while supplies last.
Are you ready for some football?! Alpha Phi Alpha has partnered with UPC to host a Big Game Watch Party! Join us in the Union Courtyard from 5-8 for some nachos, wings, and other refreshments. Support your team and celebrate with food, friends, halftime, and some awesome commercials!
The annual K-State Drag Show is back for its 20th year! Free for K-State Students with a valid ID, $10 for non-students. Doors open at 6:15pm, pre-show begins at 6:30pm, and show begins at 7pm. Tipping is encouraged!
Co-sponsored with the Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA), the K-State SPECTRUM Center, and the Union Program Council. Tickets available Tickets will be available at beginning on Jan. 31, 2024 at the McCain Box office. One free ticket per student with valid K-State ID. Student tickets are only available for in-person pick up at the box office from noon-4pm, Wednesday - Friday.
Show may contain adult themes and language.
Bring your pals, or come solo to a craft and self care night you do NOT want to miss! Check out our friendship bracelet station, paper crafts, make a self care goody bag, make a vision/mood board, grab an acai bowl from Happy Hippie, and more! All for free from 6:00-8:00pm in the Kansas State Union Courtyard.
While supplies last. Some items limited to first 300 attendees.
Do you like planning events? Get free stuff, build a community, and plan events for your fellow students! UPC is looking for co-chairs to serve on committees for the 2024-2025 school year. Click the link for more information and the application!
https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJcxFw3c9rHtjGm
The Union Program Council is excited to announce a free concert featuring Paul Russell, the mastermind behind the chart-topping hit "Lil' Boo Thang". This live event will be held in the Courtyard of the K-State Student Union. Doors open at 7:30 pm on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024.
The Activities Carnival is a one-stop shop for getting involved on campus. Discover a variety of clubs and organizations that showcase student life at K-State! If you would like to register your group, follow the link: https://cglink.me/2pS/s560
Come join UPC and Cat Trax from 6-8 PM on Wednesday, Jan. 17th in Wildcat Chamber in the Student Union for Basket Bingo! FREE entry with the chance to win a themed basket full of items such as K-State goodies, local merch, and more!
UPC Arts is proud to bring back the annual student photography contest! Submit up to three (3) photographs and your completed application here no later than Monday, Feb. 19 at 12:00pm CST (Noon) for a chance to win prizes! Any student regardless of photography ability is encouraged to enter. The submissions will be on display in the William T. Kemper Art Gallery from March 1st - March 29th. For rules and contest information, click on the link below.
UPC events have ended for the semester and will resume during Week of Welcome in Jan 2024. Thank you all who joined us in the fall semester. Have a great break and GO ‘CATS!
UPC is hosting a HUGE holiday celebration from 6-9pm on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 in the Courtyard of the K-State Student Union! We have a TON of activities planned, including Christmas trees and wreaths to decorate, gingerbread house decorating, a live pianist, holiday card making, opportunities to give back to the community, and more! You will also have the opportunity to learn about and participate in various holiday traditions celebrated across the globe including Danish Nisse, Germany’s pickle in the tree, 3 Kings Day, and Yule. There will also be refreshments available, complete with a full hot chocolate bar.
ALL FREE while supplies last.
The K-State Prairie Fire Printmakers will be teaming up with UPC to host a printmaking workshop! There will be pre-made prints to work with and choose your colors. Join us in the Courtyard to learn about and make fun prints!