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Jeffrey Jarman and Betty Arnold, candidates for the Kansas Board of Education. (Photo illustration)
Kansas Board of Education Candidates answer questions on campaign priorities
The Sunflower October 17, 2024

The Sunflower reached out to candidates for the State Board of Education with questions on their platforms. Answers have been edited for clarity. Betty...

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Ford Carr and Sen. Oletha Faust-Goudeau, candidates for the Kansas Legislature. (Photo illustration)
Live on or near campus? Meet the candidates who represent you in the Kansas Legislature.
Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor • October 17, 2024

Wichita State students who live on or near campus won’t have a competitive Kansas State Legislature race on their ballot this election cycle — but...

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(Courtesy of Madison Lackey)
Why a Wichita State student chooses to work local polls
Mia Hennen, Managing Editor • October 16, 2024

For Madison Lackey, the election cycle elicits a feeling of “existential dread” that begins in August and lasts until November. “It's like —...

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A sign for the political science department in Lindquist Hall. Political science students and faculty research various topics related to state and national politics.
‘It’s going to be an interesting year’: What WSU’s political science department can tell us about the upcoming election
Sophia Best, Reporter • October 16, 2024

Alexandra Middlewood said there has never been a presidential election race like 2024. “We have no examples of something like this that has happened...

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Shocker Sports Roundup: What you missed over the weekend
Mack Smith, Reporter • October 16, 2024
WSU volleyball head coach Chris Lamb yells to the players during the fourth set on Oct. 6. Lamb has coached at WSU for 25 years.
25 years of ‘Lambo’: Volleyball coach reflects on Wichita State coaching anniversary — and he isn’t done yet
Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor • October 14, 2024
Fifth-year setter Izzi Strand celebrates a comeback during the game against Florida Atlantic University on Oct. 13. The Shockers rallied after losing the first two sets to win the next three, securing a victory.
Volleyball pulls off reverse sweep of Florida Atlantic
Evan Tong, Reporter • October 13, 2024
Senior Morgan Stout attempts a kill against South Florida. Stout finished the match with 7 kills. Wichita State fell to South Florida with a final score of 3-1.
Volleyball’s alumni night ends in historic loss against South Florida
Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor • October 11, 2024
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REVIEW: Sink your teeth into Roxy’s newest horror comedy ‘Dracula a Comedy of Terrors’
Maleah Evans, Assistant News Editor • October 10, 2024
Assistant professor of tuba Phillip Black shows middle school students how to properly use their embouchure when playing tuba.
PHOTOS: WSU's Middle School Band Day
Mya Scott, Photographer • October 10, 2024
A community member dances during the Garba Night celebration. Garba is a traditional circular dance performed to rhythmic music, symbolizing unity and devotion, and celebrates the rich cultural traditions of Gujarat.
PHOTOS: Garba Night
Aubri Baker, Photographer • October 8, 2024
Matthew Neelagandan waves a streamer in the air at the Shocktoberfest Parade on Oct. 5. Neelagandan is an RA at the Suites and rode the Housing and Residence life vehicle.
PHOTOS: Shocktoberfest Parade
Mya Scott, Reporter • October 6, 2024
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