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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

College of engineering dean finalists visit campus

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

Wichita State got a look at the two finalists for the College of Engineering last week.Atam Dhawan and Royce Bowden came on seperate visits to meet with the Engineering Student Group, the President’s...

Construction uproots art on campus

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

Even the sculptures on the Wichita State campus are being affected by construction.Some areas along Alumni Drive and between Morrison and Jardine Halls are closed due to the installation of steam and water...

Curbing the parking issue

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

For years, Wichita State officials have heard complaints about the parking spaces. Matters have only gotten worse with the recent construction.University officials intend to make parking for students,...

Koch helps fund new stock trading program

Staff Reporter Jen Bookhout August 21, 2013

Real-world learning experience has become more prevalent in academics over the last decade. Wichita State’s Barton School of Business recently announced the development of its own hands-on learning center.The...

Dean and director honored by community

Staff Reporter Jen Bookhout August 21, 2013

Some of the most successful people don’t have “recognition” on their list of goals, but for those who make a genuine impact in their field of work, it can be a fortunate side effect.The Wichita Business...

WSU reacts to concealed-carry legislation

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

The signs stating exemption from concealed-carry legislation were taped onto campus buildings in late July. The legislation was passed last spring by Kansas state legislatures and allows licensed carriers...

Logan and Carter Payne help their sister move into the dorms.

Freshman move-in causes excitement and stress

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

Last Saturday, incoming freshmen and moving helpers bustled on the corner of Hillside and 21st Street as they moved into the dorms in Fairmount Towers.“It’s exciting,” campus visit coordinator Kaytie...

Master Plan provides  roadmap for the future

Master Plan provides roadmap for the future

Staff Reporter August 21, 2013

Wichita State President John Bardo and other administrative members are thinking up to 30 years ahead.They will soon release a master plan to show what the campus may look like 10 to 30 years down the...

Welcomefest eases students into school year

Staff Reporter Meredith Osbourne August 21, 2013

Wichita State will be buzzing with activities for the next few weeks. Games, entertainment and crafts can be found on campus at Welcomefest 2013.Organized by various student and campus groups, the festivities...

Kansas universities deal with concealed-carry laws

Staff Reporter August 8, 2013

New concealed-carry legislation was passed last spring by the state house allowing licensed carriers to take their weapon into more public buildings, including college campuses.The bill puts the burden...

News Briefs – July 31

July 31, 2013

Learn about black holes at the public observatoryThe Lake Afton Public Observatory will present the program “Black Holes in Space” Friday and Saturday evenings. The program will explain how astronomers...

McNair Scholars to present work

McNair scholars are presenting research on Friday as part of the 18th Annual McNair Research Symposium. The event takes place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex.The McNair Scholarship...

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