While at the Rudy's Bar-B-Q Pep Rally, fans posed with Willie the Wildcat. The Pep Rally took place at Arneson Little Theatre on Dec. 31.

Willie the Wildcat, and fans of Kansas State University dangle their feet over the side of the Arneson Little Theatre during the Rudy's Bar-B-Q Pep Rally. Willie entertained the audience while waiting for the Pride of Wildcatland Marching Band to arrive. (Mason Swenson | The Collegian)

A K-State fan kisses Willy during Rudy's Bar-B-B-Q Pep Rally at the Riverwalk in San Antonio on December 31, 2014. (Rodney Dimick | The Collegian)