Special Events

Come join your fellow Cougs at University Recreation's special events.  Click on any of the events below to expand the selection for more information. 

    Outdoor Photo Contest

    Deadline November 15

    Show us your skills as you capture the beauty of the outdoors! The Outdoor Photo Contest and Exhibit is an annual event sponsored by WSU’s Outdoor Recreation Center and Student Entertainment Board. This contest is open to any amateur photographers.

    Categories

    • Landscape
    • Action-Adventure
    • Wildlife/Still-Life
    • Cultural
    • Go Cougs!

    Submissions will be accepted September 15 through November 15 (Images submitted before or after the posted dates will not be accepted). No more than four total submissions per participant. JPEG files only please. Include image title and category for each submission.

    Judging will be done by LandEscapes magazine staff prior to winter break. The top five in each category including the overall winner will be printed and displayed in the CUB Gallery from mid-February through spring break of 2026.

    Contact for Questions:

    Matt Wagner| Coordinator, Outdoor Rental Center

    matt.wagner@wsu.edu

    All submissions can be emailed to matt.wagner@wsu.edu

    Lori G - Scotchmans Peak Hiking - Wildlife Still Life

    Hannah Te - lady at tianzifang - Cultural

    Ruiting Wang - Bayanbulak Grassland Sunset - Landscape

    UREC Dance Showcase
    UREC Dance Showcase

    Friday, November 13th

    SRC 245 | 7:00 p.m.

    Get ready to be dazzled by the incredible talent of our Cougs! Join us for an unforgettable showcase featuring students from our Instructional Dance Fitness Classes. Watch as they bring their hard work and passion to life with stunning performances in Ballet, Pole Fit, Contemporary, and K-Pop. Whether you're a dance enthusiast or just looking for some fantastic entertainment, this event promises to be a highlight you won't want to miss. Come cheer on our amazing dancers and experience the vibrant energy of their moves!

    • Free for students and UREC members

    • $5 Spectator Fee for non-members

    Event Contact Info: 

    Laura Yasinitsky

Pullman Pulldown
Cougar Classic
SRC 25