Category: Shocktoberfest

Shockers, friends and the Wichita Community are invited to join in on the annual Shocktoberfest Parade Oct. 5, whether it be with a custom float or by gathering your group of friends or colleagues to walk, dance or stroll in the parade.

Register now to join the parade. Student organizations can register for free; offices, businesses and individuals can register for $20. Contact Joshua Woods at joshua.woods@wichita.edu for more information.

Time to let your creativity flow in the Shocktoberfest Banner Competition. Individual groups and/or Spirit Competition Teams are eligible to participate.

Students will decorate a 4′ by 8′ banner to be displayed around campus from Sept. 30 to Oct. 5. Banners will be judged by the Student Activities Council, with first, second and third place winning points toward the Spirit Competition.

The winning group will be announced at Shocker Madness Oct. 5 and will receive a $100 award. Banners will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Banners can be found in the Student Engagement & Belonging Office in 216 Rhatigan Student Center. Teams must complete and submit their banners by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24 to 216 RSC. The theme of the Banner Competition is Shocker Pride.

Time to bust out the paddles and headbands for the Shocktoberfest Pickleball Tournament from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Chicken N Pickle, 1240 N. Greenwich Road.

Individual students, faculty/staff and Spirit Competition teams are eligible to compete. Teams will compete in pairs of two in a 16-draw style tournament. Spots are limited to 16 teams, so be sure to sign up soon.

First, second and third place teams will be awarded a trophy. Transportation will be provided from Shocker Hall to Chicken N Pickle starting at 6 p.m. and running every 30 minutes until 8 p.m. Teams must register by Tuesday, Sept. 24.

Show off your Shocker pride with the Shocktoberfest Door Decorating Competition. Individual students, faculty/staff and departments are eligible to participate. The theme is all about Shocker Pride, and the optional theme of “blast for the past.”

Members of the Student Activities Council will judge and vote on the door that best represents Shocker pride. Individual winners will receive a $50 Shocker Store Gift Card and the winning department will receive $100 towards an office party.

Doors will be on display during Shocktoberfest from Sept. 30 through Oct. 5. Doors must be decorated by Sunday, Sept. 29. Only use materials that will not damage your doors.

Shocktoberfest, Wichita State’s annual celebration of spirit and pride, is Sept. 30 through Oct. 5. The Shocktoberfest Committee has an outstanding lineup of experiences for individuals and student groups and hope you will be part of this longstanding tradition. New this year is the Shocktoberfest Court and Royalty. The Shocktoberfest Court will consist of 12 students, two from each academic college, who demonstrate leadership and exude Shocker Pride. Court members will be interviewed by a panel of Wichita State faculty and staff and two students will selected to hold the title of Shocker Royalty.

The Shocktoberfest Committee encourages you to nominate students who:

• Positively represent Wichita State University
• Play an active role on-campus in an organization, group and/or position of leadership
• Promote belonging and Shocker Pride
• And demonstrate academic excellence

Nominations will close at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15.

Want a chance to win $1,000? Then sign up for the Shocktoberfest Spirit Competition. Individual student groups and organizations are eligible to participate.

Groups must consist of at least eight members to qualify. Groups can earn points by attending and participating in events throughout Shocktoberfest. First, second and third place will win $1,000, $500 and $250 respectfully.

Shocktoberfest takes place from Sept. 30 to Oct. 5. The deadline to register your team for the Spirit Competition is 5 p.m. Sept. 17. Come by the Shocktoberfest Info Session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 in 238 Rhatigan Student Center, Meeker Room, to learn more about Shocktoberfest and the Spirit Competition.

Shocker Madness kicks off the 2023-24 men’s and women’s basketball seasons starting at 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 in Charles Koch Arena, and this year’s event will be bigger than ever with the addition of a concert featuring hip-hop artist Tech N9ne.

Doors open at 5 p.m. No tickets are required for the event, and admission and parking are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at no additional charge.

Show your Shocker spirit and grab the official Shocktoberfest T-shirt from the Shocker Store. The tees are available online and in the Rhatigan Student Center, Braeburn Square and Koch Arena stores.

Stop by for a light breakfast and conversation with the dean of your academic college at Dine with the Deans from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room.

Learn about what new initiatives are occurring, ask questions and share knowledge. Dine with the Deans is a signature experience of Shocktoberfest and is coordinated by the Student Activities Council.

For more information on Dine with the Deans, contact Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership at 316-978-3022.

WuShock has reached another milestone in Shocker history. Celebrate Wu and 75 years of bringing Shockers together at Wu’s Birthday Bash from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

Wu’s Birthday Bash features music, games, snacks, cakes and a chance to congratulate Wu in person. Wu will be present at Wu’s Birthday Bash from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students with Shocker ID can stop by for an official Shocktoberfest T-shirt while supplies last.

Wu’s Birthday Bash is a signature experience of Shocktoberfest and is coordinated by the Student Activities Council. For more information on this event, contact Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership at 316-978-3022.