Shocktoberfest

2026 Department Door Decorating Competition

Departments are encouraged to show their Shocker Pride and celebrate Shocktoberfest. The winning department will receive $100 towards an office party. 

Who can compete | WSU Departments

General Information

1. Any WSU department may compete by decorating a doorway, wall, or entryway on to promote both Shocktoberfest and school spirit.
2. This years theme is "Building on Tradition". Departments will utilize the theme to emphasize Shocker Pride. 
3. Decorations must include Shocktoberfest 2026
4. Judging will take place the week of Shocktoberfest and you will be notified in at least 24 hours in advanced of the judging committee’s arrival.
5. The office of the winning door will receive an office party valued at $100 to be arranged at a later date.
6. Individual award recipients will receive a $50 Shocker Store Gift Card.

Rules

1. Department Door decorations must be finished by Friday, September 25 at 5 p.m. and remain on display through Monday, Oct. 5.
2. Use materials that will not damage doors and/or walls. Painters tape is recommended. Use caution when using/removing command strips.
3. The door used must remain fully operational with decoration.
4. All materials should be flame resistant.
5. Trees and greenery must be artificial and flame resistant.
6. Any lights used must by UL - approved and low wattage.
7. Fire alarm pull stations, fire extinguisher cabinets, smoke detectors, and exit signs must not be covered and exits must not be blocked.
8. No cords for electricity or other purposes are allowed under doors or across/in hallways.

Requirements

1. The decoration should celebrate Wichita State Shocker Pride and may incorporate the theme “Building on Tradition”
2. Shocktoberfest 2026 must appear somewhere on the decoration.

Department Door Decorating Registration Form