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Johnathan Regier duck tapes his shoes to keep them from falling off during his mile.

‘We’ve got to end the stigma’

Aliyah Funschelle, Reporter August 31, 2017

It’s not every day hundreds of men walk around campus in high heels. The Student Activities Council and the Interfraternity Council joined forces to raise awareness for the harsh realities of sexual...

Student Body President, Paige Hungate, addresses the senate during the first meeting of the fall semester.

Senate shuts down Hungate’s choice for Business Senator

Ray Strunk, Reporter August 31, 2017

Brayden Hosman, who served on the SGA as a Freshman Senator last school year, was declined appointment to the Student Senate after an 18-9 opposition vote. “I was taken aback by it,” said Hosman....

Student reports knife, pistol magazines, and ammo found in backpack on move-in day

Student reports knife, pistol magazines, and ammo found in backpack on move-in day

Matthew Kelly, Copy Chief August 31, 2017

Wichita State’s weapons policy was allegedly violated in an incident that occurred at Shocker Hall on move-in day, Aug. 19th. Captain Corey Herl of the University Police Department said the incident...

Last 2 weeks: 1 stolen car, 7 vehicle break-ins on campus

Last 2 weeks: 1 stolen car, 7 vehicle break-ins on campus

Andrew Linnabary, Reporter August 31, 2017

A student’s car was stolen Thursday morning from Lot 16 South, near the Duerksen Fine Arts Center. According to the university police department, it was one of eight vehicles burglarized on campus in...

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Office of Diversity and Inclusion hires first LGBTQ coordinator

Jenna Farhat, Managing Editor August 31, 2017

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion announced the hiring of its first LGBTQ coordinator Tuesday, a position that has been discussed for at least four years, said Danielle Johnson, program coordinator...

Wichita State names new Associate VP for Student Affairs

Wichita State names new Associate VP for Student Affairs

Evan Pflugradt, Opinion Editor August 28, 2017

Aaron Austin has been appointed as Wichita State's new Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Student Life by Vice President of Student Affairs Teri Hall, Wichita State announced Monday morning. Austin...

The Sunflower Medallion was between this rock and the brick wall. Pine needles covered it.

The Sunflower Medallion hunt clues explained

Chance Swaim, Editor in Chief August 28, 2017

DAY ONE Welcome, hunters, to The Sunflower’s first hide. Follow the rules and stay on the right side. Each day’s clue is another part of the story. Find the medallion and win all the...

Brewer hopes time as Wichita mayor helps bid for governorship

Brewer hopes time as Wichita mayor helps bid for governorship

Matthew Kelly, Copy Chief August 28, 2017

When Carl Brewer completed his second term as mayor of Wichita in 2015, his plan was not to be the next governor of Kansas. Instead, he opted to walk away from public office — going back to work for...

The Sunflower Medallion Hunt winners hold their coveted quarry. Connor Burden, left, and Megan Singleton, right, found the medallion Saturday evening, after six clues.

Couple finds The Sunflower medallion, pockets $500 prize ‘for groceries’

Jenna Farhat, Managing Editor August 28, 2017

After one 6 a.m. hunt, seven hours of searching, and lots of walking, Megan Singleton and Connor Burden found The Sunflower medallion and won the $500 prize. Singleton and Burden, who are engaged to...

Students from the College of Health Professions jump up and down while cheering before Clash of the Colleges begins at Cessna Stadium Aug. 25, 2017.

College of Health Professions wins 2017 Clash of the Colleges

Ray Strunk, Reporter August 28, 2017

Nearly 1,000 first-year students gathered at Cessna Stadium on Friday for the 2017 Clash of the Colleges. Participants were divided into their respective colleges and competed against each other in...

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