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Kaitlyn Sabala grins as she crosses the finish line of the 5K Pumpkin Run race. Sabala was one of more than 450 racers who participated in the annual event.

PHOTOS: Pumpkin Run 2024

Allison Campbell, Editor-in-Chief October 20, 2024

Assistant professor of tuba Phillip Black shows middle school students how to properly use their embouchure when playing tuba.

PHOTOS: WSU’s Middle School Band Day

Mya Scott, Photographer October 10, 2024

A community member dances during the Garba Night celebration. Garba is a traditional circular dance performed to rhythmic music, symbolizing unity and devotion, and celebrates the rich cultural traditions of Gujarat.

PHOTOS: Garba Night

Aubri Baker, Photographer October 8, 2024

Matthew Neelagandan waves a streamer in the air at the Shocktoberfest Parade on Oct. 5. Neelagandan is an RA at the Suites and rode the Housing and Residence life vehicle.

PHOTOS: Shocktoberfest Parade

Mya Scott, Reporter October 6, 2024

Cast members of the production "Express" dance on Sept. 28. The musical was hosted at the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex for one night only/

REVIEW: ‘Express’ musical captures essence of New York through generational journey across time

Monique Bever, Reporter October 3, 2024

A humble staging of office chairs is transformed before the sold-out audience's eyes into the heart of a lively New York train — at least for a moment — as Wichita State's production of "Express”...

PHOTOS: Shocktoberfest Kickoff

Joselyn Steele, Photographer October 2, 2024

The Shockers celebrate after scoring a point in the second set. Sophomore middle blocker Maddie Wilson, pictured yelling, said her energy after big points helps bring energy to the team. Wichita State beat Temple 3-1 on Sept. 27.

Volleyball defeats Temple 3-1, keeps winning streak going

Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor September 27, 2024

Before Friday night, Wichita State volleyball had never lost a set against Temple University in Charles Koch Arena. That streak of sweeps has ended, but the Shockers still came away with a 3-1 win...

Undergrad Rebecca Reimer dances with her partner on Monday, Sept. 23, at a Westie Swing Club meeting. The club offered a welcoming atmosphere and encouraged participants of all skill levels to join.

‘Embrace the awkward’: New club swing dances out of comfort zones

Monique Bever, Reporter September 25, 2024

One of Wichita State's newest clubs meets every Monday evening, transforming their night from classes and study into the steps and movements of West Coast swing, a swing dance style derived from California. "I...

Junior outside hitter Emerson Wilford attempts a kill on Saturday afternoon against Omaha. The Shockers won a tight matchup, 3-2, as Wilford had 11 kills.

Volleyball ends Shocker Classic with ‘dog fight’ win against Omaha

Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor September 21, 2024

Wichita State volleyball was on the brink of losing its home Shocker Volleyball Classic tournament, but came back in thrilling fashion with big rallies in the third and fifth sets. The Shockers...

Chaim Gross's Happy Mother, originally a lithograph, is a part of the Ulrich Museum of Art collection at Wichita State University. In the late 1970s, Gross grew more concerned about the theme of motherhood in their artwork.

Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection transforms on campus over five decades

Monique Bever, Reporter September 21, 2024

Wichita State University boasts one of the largest American University Outdoor Sculpture collections with a continuous expansion of new additions almost every semester. What began as the inaugural...

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