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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

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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 in modern times,” said Middlewood about President...

People walk to gather around the Plaza of Heroines on the Wichita State campus during Purple Mile annual domestic violence awareness walk on Oct. 12. The event was hosted by Midwest Criminal Justice Institute, WSU HOPE Services, Wichita Family Crisis Center, and Harbor House.

‘A chance to see that they’re not alone’: Annual walk brings awareness to domestic violence

Baylor Henry, Reporter October 16, 2024

Domestic violence can often feel like it is far away, but it may be as close as across the street. For Dawn Wilson, domestic violence has affected her life, as well as the lives of those she loves.  “I’m...

Angela Linder speaks with other staff senators at a Staff Senate meeting.

Admins Support Group brings together WSU staff for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Sophia Best, Reporter October 15, 2024

Some administration staff at Wichita State feel isolated in their work environment.  Angela Linder helped host a meeting to bring them together.  “A lot of staff feel like they’re working in...

Wichita State University President Richard Muma listens at a Kansas Board of Regents meeting hosted in May.

Muma refuses to provide inquiry into academic misconduct allegations

Allison Campbell, Editor-in-Chief October 14, 2024

Wichita State University President Richard Muma has declined to provide or publish the results from a university-led inquiry following accusations of academic misconduct made by the Kansas Reflector last...

The outside of the Student Wellness Center, located in the same building as the Steve Clark YMCA. WSU health officials discussed ongoing changes to the Student Wellness Center's operations amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Students, staff and faculty can get flu vaccines at Student Health Services

Maleah Evans, Assistant News Editor October 11, 2024

Wichita State’s Student Health Services is offering the flu vaccine to students, staff and faculty. The office takes insurance or private payments, but it is $25 with an added administration fee without...

Student Body President Kylee Hower proposes a bill that would allocate an expenditure from the special projects and capital fund to replace the roof of the Rhatigan Student Center on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The piece of legislation was passed with unanimous consent.

Part of the Rhatigan Student Center may get a new roof as early as next spring

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor October 11, 2024

The Rhatigan Student Center will be getting a partial new roof. Student Government Association adviser Gabriel Fonseca said the current roof on the older section of the building was expected to hold...

Two cars collided on 17th and Harvard on Oct. 11. No one was injured.

No injuries in car crash near WSU campus

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor October 11, 2024

There were no injuries in a crash around noon on Friday. The incident happened off campus near 17th Street and North Harvard Avenue. Two cars were involved.  Wichita State University Police Department...

Wichita State University President Richard Muma at the Student Government Association Town Hall on Oct. 26.

Academic misconduct allegations against Wichita State president garner campus response

Allison Campbell, Mia Hennen, and Ainsley Smyth October 10, 2024

Wichita State University students and faculty are considering what academic misconduct allegations made earlier this week against the president may mean — if anything — for the integrity of the university. Some...

Gigi Dominquez reads the uncertified election results on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Abby Whisler livestreamed the annoucement on the Student Government Association's Instagram.

Student Government sees low turnout in first midterm election

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor October 8, 2024

Wichita State’s Student Senate held its first midterm election last week, with just 77 students — less than 0.6% — participating out of more than 14,000 eligible students. This was the Student...

Opened in 1980, Ahlberg Hall is the home of the College of Health Professions.

Wichita State offers new nursing pathway

Sophia Best, Reporter October 8, 2024

Wichita State is offering a new pathway in its nursing program specialized to help combat the need for more mental health professionals in Kansas. Debra Pile is the associate dean for Nursing Practice,...

University President Richard Muma listens to the State of the Student Body address on Sept. 11. Muma is facing allegations of plagiarism, prompted by an article by the Kansas Reflector.

Wichita State president denies plagiarism allegations

Allison Campbell and Mia Hennen October 7, 2024

A Kansas news operation has raised concerns of academic misconduct against Wichita State University’s President Richard Muma, who has denied the claims, calling them “deeply personal.” On Monday...

Brooklyn Gagnon and Piper Reams laugh as they watch the bowling team's hype video on Oct. 5. The two seniors were a part of the 2024 national winning team, which recieved their rings at Shocker Madness.

Royalty, rings and rebounds: Shocker Madness wraps up Shocktoberfest with scrimmage, homecoming festivities

Allison Campbell, Editor-in-Chief October 6, 2024

When Matthew Phan was in high school, he said he spent more time hosting and coordinating school spirit events than being recognized at them.  But Wichita State’s student body vice president...

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