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Zachary Ruth

Zachary Ruth, Photo Editor

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Junior David Bayas leans over to make a shot in billiards. RSC Day and Shocker Night had events throughout the RSC for 14 hours on Aug. 21.

[Photo] RSC day shocker night brought back for RSC open house 

August 25, 2025
Alicia Newell shows freshman Cloie Burris where her classes are on a map after driving her to Hubbard Hall.

[Photo] Students catch a ride on the first day of classes. What’s Wuber?

Taliyah Winn, Editor-in-Chief
August 19, 2025
Freshmen Caiden Trione and Omar Mohamed compete in cornhole at the Belonging Bash. Cornhole, Connect 4, Spikeball, and Jenga were offered at the event.

PHOTOS: Bean Bags and Belonging

Zachary Ruth, Photo Editor
August 18, 2025
Junior Elise Collins plays her sousaphone alongside the Shocker Sound band. Camp was free to attend for Shocker Sound band members.

PHOTOS: Shocker Sound finds its rhythm at band camp

Zachary Ruth, Photo Editor
August 13, 2025
Guard Marcus Keene celebrates with fans after hitting the game-winning shot against the Forever Coogs. Keene finished with a game-high 17 points and one assist in the 66-63 win.

[Photo] AfterShocks add name to TBT history with win against Forever Coogs

Owen Prothro, Reporter
July 23, 2025
AfterShocks guard Nike Sibande high fives teammates and coaches as he enters the bench on July 18. Sibande scored nine points in 16 minutes against No Excuses.

Audience members applaud the District One City Council candidates at the end of the forum hosted on July 15. More than 200 people attended the forum, with more watching on a livestream.

[Photo] District 1 candidates speak with the public at a forum hosted at Wichita State

July 18, 2025
Students smile together while looking at the crowd at the commencement ceremony on May 16.

PHOTOS: Spring 2025 Commencement

Garima Thapa and Zachary Ruth
May 20, 2025
Guests gather to listen to opening remarks by Ulrich Advisory Board member Lee Starkel at the Ulrich50 Gala. The Ulrich Museum originally opened in 1974.

[Photo] Ulrich 50 Gala commemorates half a century of art, memories and community

Mya Scott, Assistant News Editor
May 18, 2025
Imele walks into the audience to recieve cash tips for her performance. Audience members were encouraged to tip the queens, either with cash or electronically.

PHOTOS: Wichita State hosts 15th annual drag show

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
April 6, 2025
Senior Morgan Holcomb yells at Stevie Longacre while performing "The Angel of Death" on March 6. Holcomb's character was the mother on Longacre's character in the show.

[Photo] ‘Where do we put that collective rage?': ‘The Angel of Death’ cast embraces anger in acting

March 11, 2025
Zeke Thompson and sophomore Jacob Crabtree sing together "The World of Your Body (Reprise)" on Feb. 21. The performance of "Spring Awakening" was put on by the School of Performing Arts.

PHOTOS: ‘Spring Awakening’

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
February 26, 2025
Jason Reblando explains the process behind his collection "This Is Captured Paper." Reblando is an artist and photographer based out of Normal, Illinois.

[Photo] Photographer redefines history through art in new McKnight exhibit

Kami Steinle and Chairo Ogbebor
February 5, 2025
The WSU Symphony Orchestra stands to receive a standing ovation from the audience after performing "Symphony Chaco" on Nov. 21. The performance was held in the Miller Concert Hall inside the Duerksen Fine Arts Center.

PHOTOS: Symphony Orchestra’s “Symphony Chaco”

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
November 22, 2024
Graduate Student Mary Orf bowls for a spare in the last game of the first baker block match on Oct. 20. Last season, Orf was named a first-team All American by the National Collegiate Bowling Coaches Association.

PHOTOS: Women’s bowling captures home tournament crown

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
October 21, 2024
Junior Jodie Epperson runs home to celebrate a home run with her team on Oct. 3. Epperson previously played for North Texas for two years, playing in 72 games with a batting average of .235.

PHOTOS: Softball concludes fall exhibition slate

Zachary Ruth and Aubri Baker
October 7, 2024
Graduate Student Ellee Eck slides in to third base during the exhibition game against Butler Community College on Oct. 3. Eck previously played for Standford University, appearing in the 2023 and 2024 Womens College Softball World Series.

[Photo] Wichita State softball off to best start since 1994, sweeps GCU Kickoff Classic

February 9, 2025
A group of students work together to construct a freestanding tower during the RSO Summit on Sept. 28. The event was intended for RSO leaders to learn leadership skills and network with other leaders.

[Photo] Summit teaches clubs how to retain membership through effective event planning

Ainsley Smyth and Maleah Evans
September 30, 2024
WSU alums enjoy food and drinks at the Back to School Bash on Sept. 17. Alums were offered food and drinks, a cash bar, live music, giveways, and a presentation from a panel of other alums.

PHOTOS: Teacher alumni Back to School Bash

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
September 18, 2024
Senior Jazmin Gamarra prepares the stuffing station for the Build-a-Friend event on Sept. 17. Build-a-Friend was put on by the Student Activities Council in the Rhatigan.

[Photo] Students make friends — literally — in the Rhatigan Student Center

September 19, 2024
Junior Issac Linares appreciates "The Seamstress" made by Theodore Roszak. The piece was made of Graphite on paper in 1979.

PHOTOS: Ulrich Museum’s ‘Dream Machine’ Opening Exhibition

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
September 1, 2024
Freshman Lexi Sanders hold on to the mechanical bull as it spins and tries to buck her off. The event was free to all WSU Students, and held outside the RSC on Aug. 22.

PHOTOS: Hoedown Throwdown

Zachary Ruth, Photographer
August 24, 2024
Freshman Hayden Mallatt holds freshman Adrian Torres out of the water while they both sing "Bennie And The Jets" by Elton John.

PHOTOS: Splashing around at Heskett Center’s Pool Party

Cheyanne Tull and Zachary Ruth
August 17, 2024
Freshman Seth McCleave jumps up to block his opponent from shooting the basketball. The party's basketball game lasted continuously through the entire event.

Junior Kayden Rawls watches over the diving pool during the Launch Week pool party on Aug. 15 in Wiedemann Pool. The event kicked off the 2024 Launch Week and Shockfest celebrations.

Freshman Seth McCleave jumps up to block his opponent from shooting the basketball. The party's basketball game lasted continuously through the entire event.

Freshman Zane Sharpe shoots from deep during a basketball game at the Launch Week Pool Party on Aug. 15. Activities at the event included basketball, inflatables and diving.

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