Join us in welcoming Dr. Ali Gordon, the new dean of the WSU College of Engineering. Alumni, donors, friends and campus partners are invited to join him for a relaxed reception featuring brief remarks at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Q&A, networking, light bites and a cash bar. Details: 5 – 7 p.m., Thursday, September […]
Join fellow Shockers in the D.C. area for an evening of soccer and Shocker pride as we cheer on D.C. United at Audi Field. Thanks to the generosity of Jordan Hegler '15, the first 25 tickets are only $10! Once those tickets have been claimed, ticket prices will increase to $50. Details: 6:00-9:00 p.m. ET […]
Save the date for Shocktoberfest 2026! Wichita State's signature fall tradition brings together students, families, faculty, staff and alumni for a week centered around Shocker spirit and campus pride. Events will include: Shocktoberfest Bonfire | Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 Brew Market | Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 Shocktoberfest Parade | Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 And so […]
Wednesday, September 30 | 7 p.m. Braeburn Square Cost: Free Featuring WSU Cheer, Marching Band and a few of your favorite athletes. This event will be located in the lawn east of Braeburn Square near Oliver. Access the event from the bridge between Fuzzy’s and Social Tap. Special Guest Performance by Shock Rock Shock Rock […]
Saturday, October 3 | 3 p.m. Corbin Hall Cost: Free to Attend As one of Shocktoberfest's signature events, the Brew Market combines the energy of a festival with the excitement of a local market, bringing together Wichita State alumni, students, faculty, staff and the Wichita community for an afternoon of shopping, live entertainment, food, beverages […]
Saturday, October 3 | Staging @ 3 p.m. – Parade @ 4 p.m. Perimeter Rd., WSU Campus Cost to Attend: Free The highlight of the weeklong celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the Shocker Sound Machine marching band, dance teams, and decorated cars and floats from student groups and community […]
Join the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement for a special gathering celebrating the newest members of the Society of 1895. 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14 Club 95 at Wichita State 1937 N. Oliver Business Casual Attire Suggested- RSVP Coming Soon
Join us for a special luncheon to thank and recognize new members of the President's Club for their loyal support of Wichita State University. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Club 95, Wichita State University
Leadership isn’t defined by a title - it’s built through service, relationships and a commitment to making a difference. Explore how community involvement can expand your impact while strengthening the places where we live and work. You’ll explore: How board service, volunteerism, and civic engagement create opportunities for personal and professional growth. Ways to identify organizations and causes […]
Innovation is happening all around us, from education and entrepreneurship to technology and regional growth. Discover how Wichita is shaping the future and where opportunities exist to get involved. You’ll explore: How innovation is transforming industries, communities, and the regional economy. The partnerships driving growth across education, business, and entrepreneurship. Emerging trends and opportunities that will influence the future […]
This special event brings together outstanding scholars and generous donors at Wichita State University for a morning dedicated to celebrating the transformative power of scholarships and the connections they create. Saturday, February 27, 2026 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Beggs Ballroom, Rhatigan Student Center, Wichita State University RSVP coming soon
