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International students and faculty weigh what Trump could mean for their future in the U.S.

Mia Hennen, Managing Editor January 14, 2025

President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming second term in office has garnered mixed responses from members of the Wichita State community, though, one feeling is clear across the board.  “There's...

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 the National Security Agency since 2019. The designation...

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 ice and snow. Critical campus operations — including...

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 of Mourning for the former politician.  Pre-session...

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 his culture from relatives. “I was born here,...

Wichita State University students find a place to sit with friends in the packed dining hall.

WSU meal plans will increase in price, housing costs will stay the same

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor December 20, 2024

The Kansas Board of Regents approved Wichita State’s residence and meal plan prices for the 2025-2026 academic year. Residence hall prices will remain the same as this year while meal plan prices will...

Firefighter Tony Massaglia passes Fire Station 10 Lieutaunt John Hattrup as the men tease each other about their workouts. The two make up a fire crew that has been together for around five years.

Ever noticed fire trucks outside of the campus YMCA? Meet the fire crew from Station 10.

Mia Hennen, Managing Editor December 17, 2024

Most mornings, a fire truck can be spotted outside the Steve Clark YMCA on Wichita State’s campus. The reason for the firefighters’ visit? The seemingly obvious — they’re working out. The...

Stanley Longhofer, director of the Center for Real Estate (Photo courtesy of Wichita State University).

Longhofer prepares to leave Center for Real Estate, but he won’t be going too far

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor December 14, 2024

Stanley Longhofer said his proudest accomplishment has been seeing students he’s taught become successful in their careers after they graduate.  Despite founding Wichita State University’s Center...

Cole Tourney, the president of Wichita State's Game Design Club, leads the group's December meeting. The club hopes to give game design students an opportunity to collaborate and create community.

Game design student creates space for the digital arts community right at home

Riley Sipes, Reporter December 11, 2024

For digital media and game design careers, Wichita, Kansas, isn't typically regarded as a mecca for the profession. Even so, there are students at Wichita State working to create a community of game...

Kylee Hower, Wichita State's student body president, gives the State of the Student Body address in September. Hower recently signed an executive order creating a task force to look into Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliance at the university.

Student Government will look into ADA compliance and work to increase disability pride

Maleah Evans, Assistant News Editor December 9, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) announced the formation of a new Americans with Disabilities Association (ADA) task force, led by Undergraduate Student Advocate Annie Wasinger.  According...

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