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Students use computers in Ablah Library. (File photo)
Wichita State School of Computing renews recognition for top cybersecurity program
Ainsley Smyth, News Editor • January 9, 2025

Wichita State’s cybersecurity program in its School of Computing has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity by...

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Snow and ice cover Wichita State University. (File photo)
WSU to move to remote operations on Jan. 6
Allison Campbell, Editor-in-Chief • January 5, 2025

Pre-session classes at Wichita State University will be moved to remote delivery on Jan. 6 due to inclement weather that has covered much of Kansas in...

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A student walks to the Rhatigan Student Center on Wichita State's campus in November.
Wichita State to close in honor of Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9
Allison Campbell, Editor-in-Chief • January 3, 2025

Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, Wichita State will suspend its operations on Thursday, Jan. 9, in observance of the National Day...

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The Syrian flag is held proudly above the crowd during Friday night's tournament. Players and crowdmembers met for the "Celebration & Soccer For Syria Tournament" for a sports and community driven evening.
Student group has eyes set on the future as they navigate Syria’s newly established freedom
Riley Sipes, Reporter • December 20, 2024

Zayd Bakdash has spent 15 years dreaming of going home. As a second-generation Syrian immigrant, Bakdash grew up visiting Syria and learning about...

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Sports
The Wichita State women's basketball team takes a moment with each other before their game against South Florida on Jan. 8. Wichita State eventually lost to the Bulls.
Women’s basketball falls to Roadrunners after slow start, second-quarter slump
Ananda Smith, Reporter • January 11, 2025
Head Coach Paul Mills talks to the Wichita State assistant coaches during the second half on Oct. 27. Mills is in his second season with Wichita State.
Men’s basketball switches to two-a-day practices amidst conference slump
Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor • January 9, 2025
Graduate student guard Taylor Jameson jumps in order to block a pass by North Texas. Jameson had one steal in the WSU loss.
Women’s basketball outclassed by conference favorites South Florida
Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor • January 8, 2025
Fifth-year guard Justin Hill defends a South Florida player on Jan. 6. For the second consecutive game, Wichita State allowed 91 points in a conference loss, 91-72.
Men’s basketball trails wire-to-wire, loses to USF in Roundhouse for first time ever
Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor • January 6, 2025
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Arts & Culture
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Wichita State student navigates opening a sweets shop storefront
Baylor Henry, Reporter • January 6, 2025
Anna Luttrell performs a solo during "Lo, How a Rose/The Rose." Luttrell was one of seven singers to perform a solo during the 61st candlelight concert.
PHOTOS: Annual candlelight concert
Aubri Baker, Photographer • December 11, 2024
Freshman Nadia Goodwin presents her project on the popularization of LGBTQ in the music industry to associate professor of modern European history Jeff Hayton. Goodwin said that because her major is communications with an emphasis in journalism and media production, doing a project like this is "perfect" in aiding skills needed for her career.
Students put individual spin on history and rock finals
Lily Bann, Arts and Culture Editor • December 6, 2024
Grant Johnson at the launch of his new app, Chatterbox. | Photo courtesy of Grant Johnson
From Spanish ‘Monopoly’ to ‘Chatterbox’: Former WSU student rivals Spanish-learning apps with one of his own
Mya Scott, Reporter • December 5, 2024
Mercy Umeri answers a question posed by Sara Mata about her recently released book during her book talk on Dec. 5. "Even if it's just one child you can buy this book for, you would have made my day," Umeri said.
‘A gift to my younger self’: Wichita State professor addresses life lessons in recent novel
Mya Scott, Reporter • December 4, 2024
Opinion
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OPINION: A Shocker’s guide to holidays on a budget
Mya Scott, Reporter • December 17, 2024
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OPINION: Don’t be a Grinch: Volunteer or donate this holiday season
Mya Scott, Reporter • December 14, 2024
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OPINION: It is time for Wichita State to remove Tom Otterness from campus
Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor • December 5, 2024
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OPINION: Wichita State’s dire parking situation is growing tiresome
Mya Scott, Reporter • November 26, 2024
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OPINION: Therapy is a leap of faith. Take it.
Mya Scott, Reporter • November 25, 2024
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