In one of the worst tragedies in college sports history, one of two planes carrying Wichita State football players, administrators, athletic staff members and team supporters crashed at approximately 3 p.m., Fri., Oct. 2, 1970, on a mountainside not too far from Silver Plume, Colo., killing 31.
WSU vice president and general counsel Ted Ayres' call for volunteers to help out at Wichita's Lord's Diner -- which feeds those in need with hot, nutritious meals -- elicited a chorus of yeses.
These Gleanings entries survey the current university scene and feature original illustrations by Scott Dawson ’86.
The WSU Alumni Association is a group of Shocker supporters whose purpose is to serve WSU, alumni, students, and our community. We help Shockers stay connected to the University and one another by upholding traditions, fostering and maintaining relationships, hosting reunions and sponsoring social events.
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