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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Larry Burks Sr. and Sierra Riley transport the chili for Veteran Students Organizations first event of the year from the second to first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center on Feb. 13. Students were able to get a bowl of chili for $3, with the proceeds going to the organization.
‘If no one else will do it, it’s gotta be me’: Trio of students bring back veteran organization
Ainsley Smyth, Reporter • April 17, 2024

When Tiffany Tucker graduated high school, she didn’t feel ready for college. Instead, she enrolled in the Air Force. “I joined because I needed...

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WSU Director of Athletics Kevin Saal speaks to Student Senate members about the academic success of student athletes and survey results of the student athlete experience. Saal was joined on the Wednesday night meeting by Clayton Stoldt, the associate dean of applied studies.
Kevin Saal shares record-high student-athlete GPAs, other successful initiatives at SGA meeting
Allison Campbell, News Editor • April 16, 2024

Director of Athletics Kevin Saal and Clayton Stoldt, the associate dean for the College of Applied Studies, shared the progress made on achieving record-high...

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Microphones reserved for Student Government Assocation senators sit unused during the Student Senate meeting on April 10.
Special election to be held for fine arts senator seats
Trinity Ramm, Managing Editor • April 16, 2024

Editor's Note: This story previously stated that several colleges will have a runoff election. According to Fonseca, only the College of Fine Arts will...

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Student Body President Iris Okere speaks in favor of the Thanksgiving Break Act, which would remove fall break and extend Thanksgiving break by two days. The act was denied after more than half of the Student Senate voted in opposition of the act.
Student Government rejects extended Thanksgiving break, approves sabbaticals for senators
Allison Campbell, News Editor • April 15, 2024

Student Government Association members considered three pieces of legislation on April 10: the Ceasefire in Gaza resolution, the Sabbatical Creation Act,...

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Graduate student CC Wong hits the ball during the game against Oklahoma State. The Shockers lost their home game at Wilkins Stadium, 6-5.
Softball’s upset bid comes up short vs. No. 6 Oklahoma State
Jacob Unruh, Assistant Sports Editor • April 17, 2024
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Shocker Sports Roundup: What you missed over the weekend
Jacob Unruh, Assistant Sports Editor • April 17, 2024
Lipscombs AJ McGinnis defends Wichita States Isaac Abidde during a game in November 2023. McGinnis committed to transfer to Wichita State over the weekend.
Lipscomb’s AJ McGinnis commits to Wichita State basketball over the weekend
Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor • April 17, 2024
Junior Josh Livingston advances to third base in the bottom of the second inning against Oklahoma State. Livingston was at bat two times, making no runs.
Baseball comes back to win series against Florida Atlantic
Trinity Ramm, Managing Editor • April 17, 2024
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