Author: Caelin Bragg

President Rick Muma spoke with Victor Hogstrom, president and CEO of PBS Kansas, on his weekly show, “One on One with Victor Hogstrom,” Sept. 14.

The interview will be available to view at a later date online, or catch the interview on KPTS Channel 8 on the following dates:

• 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16
• 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17
• 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20

Wichitan Leslie Rudd established the Rudd Foundation in 1994 and in 2018 the Rudd Scholars Program began honoring the Midwestern values that strengthen character and lead to a lifetime of success in business, community, and family.

Amy Nguyen, sophomore international business major with minors in organizational leadership and marketing, was a recipient of the 2022 Rudd Scholarship.

Wichitan Leslie Rudd established the Rudd Foundation in 1994 and in 2018 the Rudd Scholars Program began honoring the Midwestern values that strengthen character and lead to a lifetime of success in business, community, and family.

Alia Michaelis, senior biochemistry major, was a recipient of the 2020 Rudd Scholarship.

The Artist Exploration Association (AEA) is hosting its next meeting from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center.

AEA is an art club that meets monthly to test out different art mediums and connect with other artists on campus. For its September meeting, AEA will host a workshop for Inktober, an art challenge to draw with ink every day through the month of October. All majors are welcome to join.

There will be snacks and supplies provided.

Shockers! Get ready for a week full of events to showcase what makes Wichita State so special at the annual Shocktoberfest.

Shocktoberfest runs Oct. 2-8 and features events, activities and competitions open to the entire Wichita community, coordinated by the Office of Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership with support from the Student Activities Council and several campus partners:

• Banners on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Students competing in the Shocktoberfest spirit competition have decorated banners celebrating Wu’s 75th Birthday. Banners are on display around the interior of campus through Sunday, Oct. 8. Winning banners will be announced at Shocker Madness.
• Door Decorations on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Shocker themed doors decorated by individual faculty/staff, departments and on-campus residents are on display around campus through Oct. 8. Winners will be announced at Shocker Madness
• Parade for the Decades – 6 p.m. Oct. 6
  • The highlight of the weeklong celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the Shocker Sound Machine marching band, dance teams and decorated cars and floats from student groups and community members. This year’s parade marshal is President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case.
• Patio Party – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 6
  • After the parade, meet up at Braeburn Square for the Shocktoberfest Patio Party. This casual and fun-filled gathering promises an unforgettable evening to connect with Shocker Nation. Enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and live music from Wichita’s premier party band, The Source.
• Wu’s Big Event – 8:30-1:30 p.m. Oct. 7
  • Wu’s Big Event takes hundreds of Shockers into the Wichita community for a day of service. Students, faculty and staff serve area communities and non-profit organizations. Transportation and lunch is provided.
• Shocker Madness – 6 p.m. Oct. 7
  • Fans are invited to a free evening of fun at Charles Koch Arena and a sneak preview of the WSU men’s and women’s basketball teams at WSU’s annual Shocker Madness season kickoff event. Also join a concert by artist Tech N9ne in Koch Arena.
• Shocker Athletics events
  • Volleyball vs Temple – 7 p.m. Oct. 6, Charles Koch Arena
  • Softball vs Emporia State – Noon Oct. 7, Wilkins Stadium
  • Baseball Intersquad Scrimmage – 1 p.m. Oct. 7, Eck Stadium
  • Softball vs South Dakota State – Noon Oct. 8. Wilkins Stadium
  • Volleyball vs South Florida – 1 p.m. Oct. 8, Charles Koch Arena

Join the Community Service Board for its Service Saturday volunteer events this Saturday, Sept. 16:

• Senior Saturdays – 9-11 a.m.
  Spend time with local seniors at Larksfield Senior Living Community. Volunteers may assist with various tasks including, yard work, playing card games, reading or just spending time chatting together. No experience is necessary.
• Shocker Neighborhood Clean-Up and Literature Drop
  Volunteers will assist with a neighborhood clean-up sponsored by the City of Wichita and will provide residents with an opportunity to clean-up debris and keep the neighborhood clean for residents of the community.

For questions about Community Service Board events, email CSB@wichita.edu or call 316-978-7016.

Shockers, did you know about the numerous student organizations you can join on campus? From sports clubs to cultural and international clubs, there’s an organization for you to get involved on campus and collaborate with your peers.

This week’s student organization is Shocker Racing: Formula SAE, where you will get the chance to apply what you learn in the classroom to the real world by designing, manufacturing, testing and racing collegiate level formula cars.

Organization name: Wichita State Shocker Racing Formula SAE
Meeting times: Every Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. in 204 John Bardo Center
Social media:
Instagram: @goshockersfsae
TikTok: @goshockersfsae
Facebook: Shocker Racing FSAE
X: @Shocker_Racing

• What is your organization’s mission?
  Shocker Racing FSAE is a student-run organization dedicated to designing, manufacturing, building and competing in a single-seat, open-wheel, formula-style race car for use at Formula SAE competitions and SCCA Autocross events across the country.
• Why should students join your organization?
  Since we are open to all majors joining our team, students should join our organization so they can get experience, whether it be design, hands-on, leadership or marketing. There is truly something for everyone.
• What events does your organization host throughout the year?
  While we do not have our own specific events, we attend as many events as we can, mainly College of Engineering events, including the Open House and Engineering Block Party.
• What is something you want the campus community to know about your organization?
  We would like the campus community to know that we are a dedicated and fun group of individuals who are passionate about designing and building a formula-style race car from the ground up.
• How can the community learn more about or join your organization?
  The community can learn more about our organization by following us on our social media where frequent updates will be posted.
• Beau Rodriguez, junior business management major, had this to say about being a member of Shocker Racing:
  “Being a part of the Wichita State Shocker Racing Team has had a great impact on my life personally, professionally and academically. I’ve made many great friends on the team after having only been a member for a little over a year. Professionally, this team has shown me how to effectively communicate and work with many local companies. Learning how to manage and work as a team is an invaluable skill I have learned and continue to learn on this team. Academically, this program has driven me to put what I learn in the classroom to use and improve my understanding of the concepts. Having a background in business management allows me to practice a management position and help guide a team to success. Having taken my marketing knowledge from the classroom, I am able to implement it when trying to market the team to the public. I am proud to be a part of the Shocker Racing Team, and I would encourage anyone who is interested to come to see what we are all about.”

Tune back in every week to learn more about a student organization on campus. Student organizations are housed under Student Engagement, Advocacy and Leadership (SEAL); visit SEAL’s website to learn more about student organizations and other ways to get involved.

Shockers! Get ready for a week full of events to showcase what makes Wichita State so special at the annual Shocktoberfest.

Shocktoberfest runs Oct. 2-8 and features events, activities and competitions open to the entire Wichita community, coordinated by the Office of Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership with support from the Student Activities Council and several campus partners:

• Banners on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Students competing in the Shocktoberfest spirit competition have decorated banners celebrating Wu’s 75th Birthday. Banners are on display around the interior of campus through Sunday, Oct. 8. Winning banners will be announced at Shocker Madness.
• Door Decorations on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Shocker themed doors decorated by individual faculty/staff, departments, and on-campus residents are on display around campus through Oct. 8. Winners will be announced at Shocker Madness
• Shocker Madness – 6 p.m. Oct. 7
  • Fans are invited to a free evening of fun at Charles Koch Arena and a sneak preview of the WSU men’s and women’s basketball teams at WSU’s annual Shocker Madness season kickoff event. Also join a concert by artist Tech N9ne in Koch Arena.
• Shocker Athletics events
  • Volleyball vs Temple – 7 p.m. Oct. 6, Charles Koch Arena
  • Softball vs Emporia State – Noon Oct. 7, Wilkins Stadium
  • Baseball Intersquad Scrimmage – 1 p.m. Oct. 7, Eck Stadium
  • Softball vs South Dakota State – Noon Oct. 8. Wilkins Stadium
  • Volleyball vs South Florida – 1 p.m. Oct. 8, Charles Koch Arena

Shockers! Get ready for a week full of events to showcase what makes Wichita State so special at the annual Shocktoberfest.

Shocktoberfest runs Oct. 2-8 and features events, activities and competitions open to the entire Wichita community, coordinated by the Office of Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership with support from the Student Activities Council and several campus partners:

• Banners on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Students competing in the Shocktoberfest spirit competition have decorated banners celebrating Wu’s 75th Birthday. Banners are on display around the interior of campus through Sunday, Oct. 8. Winning banners will be announced at Shocker Madness.
• Door Decorations on Display – Oct. 2-8
  • Shocker themed doors decorated by individual faculty/staff, departments, and on-campus residents are on display around campus through Oct. 8. Winners will be announced at Shocker Madness
• Dine with the Deans – 9-11 a.m. Oct. 4
  • Stop by for a light breakfast and conversation with the dean of your academic college. Learn about what new initiatives are occurring, ask questions and share knowledge.
• Parade for the Decades – 6 p.m. Oct. 6
  • The highlight of the weeklong celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the Shocker Sound Machine marching band, dance teams and decorated cars and floats from student groups and community members. This year’s parade marshal is President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case.
• Patio Party – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 6
  • After the parade, meet up at Braeburn Square for the Shocktoberfest Patio Party. This casual and fun-filled gathering promises an unforgettable evening to connect with Shocker Nation. Enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and live music from Wichita’s premier party band, The Source.
• Wu’s Big Event – 8:30-1:30 p.m. Oct. 7
  • Wu’s Big Event takes hundreds of Shockers into the Wichita community for a day of service. Students, faculty and staff serve area communities and non-profit organizations. Transportation and lunch is provided.
• Shocker Madness – 6 p.m. Oct. 7
  • Fans are invited to a free evening of fun at Charles Koch Arena and a sneak preview of the WSU men’s and women’s basketball teams at WSU’s annual Shocker Madness season kickoff event. Also join a concert by artist Tech N9ne in Koch Arena.
• Shocker Athletics events
  • Volleyball vs Temple – 7 p.m. Oct. 6, Charles Koch Arena
  • Softball vs Emporia State – Noon Oct. 7, Wilkins Stadium
  • Baseball Intersquad Scrimmage – 1 p.m. Oct. 7, Eck Stadium
  • Softball vs South Dakota State – Noon Oct. 8. Wilkins Stadium
  • Volleyball vs South Florida – 1 p.m. Oct. 8, Charles Koch Arena

Shocker Athletics is hosting multiple events during Shocktoberfest. Showcase the spirit of Shocker Nation and support the Shockers as they face off against other universities from around the nation:

• Volleyball vs. Temple – 7 p.m. Oct. 6, Charles Koch Arena
• Softball vs. Emporia State – Noon Oct. 7, Wilkins Stadium
• Baseball Intersquad Scrimmage – 1 p.m. Oct. 7, Eck Stadium
• Softball vs. South Dakota State – Noon Oct. 8. Wilkins Stadium
• Volleyball vs. South Florida – 1 p.m. Oct. 8, Charles Koch Arena

And don’t forget to attend Shocker Madness at 6 p.m. Oct. 7 at Charles Koch Arena for fun and a sneak preview of the men’s and women’s basketball teams.

Shocktoberfest runs Oct. 2-8 and is WSU’s annual fall celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. The multi-day series features events, activities and competitions coordinated by the Office of Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership with support from the Student Activities Council and several campus partners. See the full list of events online.