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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

SGA begins semester

Staff Reporter January 26, 2015

The Wichita State Student Government Association started the semester Wednesday with a short meeting that elected committee members and appointed three new senators.Dalton Stanfield and Jarvis Lawson were...

A crowd gathers in the pavilion at Fairmount Park to discuss community safety Thursday.

University, community come together in sexual assault discussion

Managing Editor January 26, 2015

With several university representatives in attendance, a community discussion Thursday evening emphasized Wichita State’s role in the safety and livelihood of its surrounding neighborhoods.The conversation...

WSU alumnus brings local music flavor to redesigned RSC

Staff Reporter January 22, 2015

Any student who has been at Wichita State long enough to remember the Rhatigan Student Center before its major renovations knows how small and closed off the atmosphere was before it was remodeled to its...

Unity Walk to remember King, sacrifices for civil rights

Editor-in-Chief January 22, 2015

A group of Wichita State students will silently walk from the south entrance of the Rhatigan Student Center to the north entrance on campus starting at 5 p.m. tonight.It’s a Unity Walk honoring Rev....

Ted Ayres to retire June 30

Editor-in-Chief January 21, 2015

Ted Ayres’ 19-year career at Wichita State will come to an end June 30, when Ayres will retire, a press release from the university stated Wednesday.Ayres has been with WSU since 1996, the release said....

News in brief, Jan. 21

Editor-in-Chief January 21, 2015

Bond sales completed for first Innovation Campus buildingThe bond sales to fund construction of the first building for Wichita State’s Innovation Campus were completed over the winter break.The Sedgwick...

Letter from the Student Body President: Fall recap

Student Body President January 21, 2015

Welcome back, Shockers! I hope your break was enjoyable and you’re ready to tackle the new semester.I want to dedicate this letter to recapping some of the major initiatives accomplished by your student...

Student Health Services sponsors wellness table

Staff Reporter January 21, 2015

Next week, Wichita State students will have an opportunity to learn about safety planning and healthy living at no additional cost to them.As a part of Welcomefest, WSU’s Student Health Services (SHS)...

WSU Weight Watchers Program: promoting healthy living on campus

Staff Reporter January 21, 2015

The team formed by Wichita State and Weight Watchers has reached a weight loss total of 1,335 lbs. over the past 3.5 years.The team, made up of WSU staff and students, met yesterday, welcoming both new...

Café Spice: Indian restaurant features fresh ingredients, authentic menu items

Café Spice: Indian restaurant features fresh ingredients, authentic menu items

Managing Editor January 21, 2015

Same location, different name. The former Masala Asian Grill in the Rhatigan Student Center has been replaced this semester. Café Spice was a hotspot during the lunch hour Tuesday, with a steady...

Training aims to help local faith leaders to fight human trafficking

Staff Reporter January 12, 2015

Around 40 faith leaders from the Wichita area crowded a room at Eastside Community Church, presumably creating a fire hazard last Saturday. They were there to combat an industry that’s been spreading...

Holiday shows: Now showing in Wichita

Staff Reporter December 5, 2014

1. Trans-Siberian Orchestra, “The Christmas Attic.” On Dec. 5, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra will perform 1980’s rock opera “The Christmas Attic” live for the first-time at the INTRUST Bank Arena....

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