Shocker Blast: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024

Parking and Traffic

Game day parking enforced over holiday break

Game day parking will be enforced several times over the holiday break for Shocker men’s basketball games. On these days, a number of lots in the vicinity of Charles Koch Arena will be reserved for Shocker Athletic Scholarship Organization parking beginning three hours prior to tip-off. During this time, signage will be in place alerting drivers of the impending lot assignment changes.

Anyone previously parked in these lots at closure times will need to move their cars. Any unauthorized parking in a game day lot carries a $50 citation fine.

Dec. 17, lots close at 3:30 p.m.
Dec. 21, lots close at 3:30 p.m.
Dec. 29, lots close at 2 p.m.
Jan. 6, 2025, lots close at 3 p.m.

Parking garage add-on ePermits for spring on sale Jan. 6

The parking garage add-on ePermit for spring 2025 will go on sale at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. Any current ePermit holder is eligible to purchase this add-on for $50. The add-on will allow ePermit holders to park on floor two, the ramp to three, floor three and the ramp to four without having to pay the hourly rate.

This ePermit is for sale in person at the Parking Services building lobby or in the drive thru on the north side of the building. Payment is to be with cash or check only and a limited amount of these ePermits will be made available. You must have a current ePermit on file or you will be required to buy one at the time of the add-on purchase.

For questions on the add-on or parking in general, email wsuparking@wichita.edu or call 316-978-5526.

Meet a Shocker

Aynsley Paterson, Fairmount College

Aynsley Paterson stepped out of her comfort zone, overcoming her introverted nature to build friendships and make the most of the Shocker experience.

Jose Miranda, College of Applied Studies

Jose Miranda is a first-generation student who chose Wichita State for its exercise science program and to remain close to home. He is also a loyal Shocker basketball fan, so staying close to Charles Koch Arena mattered.

Yuki To, College of Health Professions

Yuki To is a first-gen student at Wichita State University who is currently graduating with her degree in health science, and with the help of the scholarships available to her at Wichita State, she is graduating debt free. She made sure to spend time on extracurricular activities and develop connections with other Shockers. Her advice to her peers: “Don’t be afraid to try.”