PHOTOS: Shocktoberfest events and parade

Peyton Eck and Ainsley Smyth • October 6, 2025

Students attempt to guess the number of candy corn or corn kernels in two jars during the Shocker Corn Roast. The event was organized by Student Engagement and Belonging.

About the Contributors

Peyton Eck, Photographer

Peyton Eck is a first-year photographer for The Sunflower. Eck is a freshman majoring in communications. They hope to work in publishing after college. Their pronouns are they/them.

Ainsley Smyth, Managing Editor

Ainsley Smyth is the managing editor for The Sunflower. Previously, Smyth was the news editor during the 2024-2025 year. She is a senior pursuing a bachelor’s in communications with an emphasis in journalism and media production.