Monthly Events Calendar
August 1: Weber State University’s Outdoor Program hosts a summer hiking series featuring Adams Canyon, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $10 for students, $15 for WSU employees, $20 for others. Join a beginner-friendly, guided hike up Adams Canyon. Sign up by July 29 at 10 a.m. on the Campus Recreation website.
August 1–5: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts a five-day wilderness first responder course at the Outdoor Adventure & Welcome Center, $825 per person. Learn industry-standard medical training for outdoor professionals and adventurers who work, travel, and recreate in remote environments. More information on the Desert Mountain Medicine website.
August 3: WSU’s Community Education Center hosts a “Build Nutritional Meal Planning Basics” cooking class at the Community Education Center, 5–7 p.m., free for everyone. Learn the fundamentals of healthy eating, balanced meal planning, portion sizes, and practical strategies for preparing nutritious meals at home. Enroll on the Community Education Center website.
August 5: WSU’s Community Education Center hosts a “Boost Your Food with Plant Protein” cooking class at the Community Education Center, 5–7 p.m., free for everyone. Discover the benefits of incorporating more plant-based proteins into daily meals through an engaging presentation, hands-on hummus preparation, and a live cooking demonstration of flavorful tofu tacos. Enroll on the Community Education Center website.
August 5, 12: WSU’s Shepherd Union hosts “Summer Scoops” every Wednesday at 2:30–3:30 p.m. on the first floor of the Shepherd Union outside of the Wildcat Store, free with a Wildcard. Treat yourself to one free scoop of ice cream, while supplies last. More information on the Shepherd Union website.
August 7: WSU soccer vs. Salt Lake Community College exhibition match, 7 p.m., Wildcat Soccer Field, free. More information on the Weber State Sports website.
August 8–10: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts a weekend rafting trip in Alpine, Wyoming, $150 for WSU students, $225 for WSU employees, $300 for others. Enjoy big waves and big fun during two runs down the 8-mile Alpine Canyon section of the Snake River with rapids up to Class III. Transportation, meals, and equipment are included. Register before August 3 on the Campus Recreation website.
August 9: WSU’s Shaw Gallery hosts “Arts After Dark,” 5–9 p.m. at the Dumke Arts Plaza, 445 25th St., free. Enjoy a night market celebrating the creative heartbeat of Ogden through local artists, makers, and food vendors. More details on the Shaw Gallery website.
August 10: WSU’s Community Education Center hosts a “Supporting Health and Keeping Tradition” cooking class at the Community Education Center, 5–7 p.m., free for everyone. Explore how traditional Mexican foods can support health while preserving cultural identity and family traditions. Enroll on the Community Education Center website.
August 11: WSU’s Student Success Center hosts “Drop-In Tuesdays” virtually over Zoom from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., free. Get one-on-one help exploring financial aid options and connecting with campus resources. More information on the Student Success Center website.
August 12: WSU’s Community Education Center hosts a “Traditional Healthy Mexican Cooking” cooking class at the Community Education Center, 5–7 p.m., free for everyone. Explore the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine and find out how culturally preserved foods and cooking methods can support lifelong health. Enroll on the Community Education Center website.
August 14: WSU’s Shaw Gallery hosts Food Truck Fridays, 6–9 p.m. at the Dumke Arts Plaza, 445 25th St., free. Enjoy an evening of local food trucks, live music, and community. More details on the Shaw Gallery website.
August 14–16: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts “Uinta Camp and Climb” in the Uinta mountains, $150 for WSU students, $225 for WSU employees, $300 for others. Spend a weekend connecting with new people, building and refining your rock climbing skills, and exploring a beautiful new area. Register before August 9 on the Campus Recreation website.
August 15: WSU’s Shaw Gallery hosts "Silent Disco," 9–11 p.m. at Dumke Arts Plaza, 445 25th St., free. Grab a pair of wireless headphones and dance in the glow of an art installation while choosing between two live DJ channels. More details on the Shaw Gallery website.
August 16: WSU soccer vs. Boise State, 6 p.m. at the Wildcat Soccer Field, free for WSU students and employees, $7 for adults, $5 for children. Purchase tickets on the Weber State Ticket Office website.
August 18: WSU’s Student Success Center hosts “Drop-In Tuesdays” at the Student Success Center, Suite 150, from 10 a.m to noon, free. Get one-on-one help exploring financial aid options and connecting with campus resources. More information on the Student Success Center website.
August 19: WSU’s Alumni Association hosts WSU Alumni Title Night at Real Salt Lake, 6 p.m. at America First Field, 9256 S. State St., Sandy, $12 per person. Help cheer on the Wildcats as they take on Southern Utah University's Thunderbirds. The first 75 registrants will receive a free HydroJug water bottle, fan, and cheer pom. Purchase tickets on the Alumni Association website.
August 20: WSU’s General Studies & Exploratory Advising hosts “Bowl and Enroll” at Wildcat Lanes & Games, 2–4 p.m., free for students. This is a free bowling event where you can register for classes, sort out financial aid, and get all your questions answered. More information on the General Studies & Exploratory Advising website.
August 20–21: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts "Experience Weber at Pineview Reservoir," $50 per person. This overnight event is for new students to play outside, make new friends, and experience Weber to the fullest before the semester starts. Register before August 17 on the Campus Recreation website.
August 21: WSU volleyball vs. Westminster University exhibition match, 6 p.m. at the Swenson Gym, free. More information on the Weber State Sports website.
August 21: WSU’s Student Involvement & Leadership hosts “Late Night at Weber: Circus Berserkus,” 7–10 p.m at Wildcat Village, free for WSU students, $5 for the public. Start off the semester right with the annual Late Night at Weber event held at Wildcat Village, featuring dancing, games, and food. This year’s event features a circus theme and activities. More information on the Late Night website.
August 22: WSU Student Access & Success hosts “Saturday Hours,” 10 a.m to 2 p.m. at WSU’s Ogden campus, free for everyone. Access the resources you may need before school starts. More information on the Saturday Hours website.
August 23: WSU soccer vs. Oregon State, 1 p.m. at the Wildcat Soccer Field, free for WSU students and employees, $7 for adults, $5 for children. Purchase tickets on the Weber State Ticket Office website.
August 24: WSU volleyball Purple and White scrimmage, 6 p.m. at the Swenson Gym, free. More information on the Weber State Sports website.
August 25: WSU’s Student Success Center hosts “Drop-In Tuesdays” at the Student Success Center, Suite 150, from noon to 2 p.m., free for everyone. Get one-on-one help exploring financial aid options and connecting with campus resources. More information on the Student Success Center website.
August 28: WSU’s Student Involvement & Leadership hosts Block Party, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stewart Bell Tower Plaza, free. This annual event kicks off the new year. University clubs, organizations, departments, campus, and community partners all come to celebrate and share information with new and returning students. More information available on the Block Party website.
August 28: WSU volleyball vs. San Francisco tournament, 6 p.m. at the Swenson Gym, free for WSU students and employees, $8-10 for others. Purchase tickets on the Weber State Ticket Office website.
August 28: WSU’s Student Involvement & Leadership hosts Foam Bash, 7–10 p.m. at University Village, free with a Wildcard, $5 for the public. This year’s galaxy-themed foam dance party features food trucks, activities, and more. More information available on the Foam Bash website.
August 28: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts a full moon hike, 8–11 p.m. on a local trail, $10 for WSU students, $15 for WSU employees, $20 for others. Experience the outdoors under the night sky. Register before August 25 on the Campus Recreation website.
August 29: WSU volleyball vs. Belmont tournament, 7:30 p.m. at the Swenson Gym, free for WSU students and employees, $8-10 for others. Purchase tickets on the Weber State Ticket Office website.
August 30: WSU’s Shaw Gallery hosts “Silent Cinema Sundays,” 7–10 p.m. at the Dumke Arts Plaza, 445 25th St., free. Watch the avant-garde classic film “Man with a Movie Camera” and experimental shorts from the 1920s and 30s during an outdoor movie night at the plaza. More details available on the Shaw Gallery website.
August 31: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts a 1,000 lbs. Club Competition, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wildcat Arena in the Stromberg Complex, free for students, $20 for others. Push yourself to new heights and exhibit your physical fortitude during this new weight-lifting competition. Register before August 30 on the Campus Recreation website.
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