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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

David Miller, the university budget director, presents an outline of how the university takes in and distributes funds to the Student Government Association on Feb. 7. Miller also spoke about Wichita States financial “challenge” regarding international graduate students.

Graduate student applications and enrollment declining university wide, may cause $2 million budget shortfall

Trinity Ramm, Managing Editor February 10, 2024

In an email titled “Enrollment is everyone’s responsibility” sent to faculty and staff, Richard Muma and Shirley Lefever said that Wichita State is facing a $2 million gap in its budget following...

The Wichita State University Police Department (WSUPD) building at Wichita State. The building is one of two locations students can drop off donations for the Food For Fines initiative.

‘Making it more accessible’: Food For Fines makes three key changes to help university population

Jacinda Hall, Podcast Editor February 9, 2024

Food For Fines ran from Feb. 5-9. The program is an initiative to support the Shocker Support Locker. It provides an opportunity for students to pay off traffic and parking citations.  The program...

Mona Nemer gives a speech at the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame induction on Feb. 6 in Wiedemann Hall.

Wichita State alum discusses moving from Lebanon, advising Canada through pandemic

Loren Amelunke, Reporter February 9, 2024

When the pandemic hit Canada in 2020, Mona Nemer was largely involved in the country’s response to COVID-19. The Wichita State graduate put together an expert panel that provided scientific evidence...

Lee Pelton gives a speech at the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame induction on Feb. 6 in Wiedemann Hall.

‘It’s just who I am’: Lee Pelton finds purpose in education and civic leadership

Isabel Ordoñez, Reporter February 8, 2024

It was Lee Pelton’s first day on campus in the fall of 1968. Eager to immerse himself in academia, he made his way to the interest table labeled “Honors Program.” He earned good grades in high school,...

Acting President Sophie Martins and Speaker of the Senate Kylee Hower give the first read of  Retention of the Rhatigan Student Center Bond during the Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Feb. 7.

Student Government passes resolution supporting distribution of emergency contraceptives

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor February 8, 2024

The Student Government Association unanimously passed a resolution supporting the distribution of emergency contraception among students on Wichita State campus. Sexual Health Advocacy Resources and...

Gary Bender gives a speech at the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame induction on Feb. 6 in Wiedemann Hall. Bender graduated from Wichita State in 1962 with a degree in Speech. Bender came to prominence for his work in CBS sportscasting.

‘I’m a blessed man’: Former sports broadcaster recalls passion for life through work

Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor February 8, 2024

A former sports broadcaster, Gary Bender began his career at 12 years old on his family’s farm, which, according to him, was on the Kansas-Colorado border about 40 miles away from any town.  “I...

Documentary producers Travis Heying and Jaime Green; Eric Meyer, son of Joan and owner of the Marion County Record; and Emily Bradbury, executive director of the Kansas Press Association, answer questions on a panel about the Unwarranted documentary. The documentary, focusing on Joan Meyer and the Marion County Record raid, was shown at Wichita State on Feb. 1.

Journalism professionals discuss creating documentary on Marion County Record raid, future implications

Taliyah Winn, Assistant News Editor February 5, 2024

Hours spent reviewing bodycam footage, conducting interviews and editing led to a documentary that draws attention to the story of the Marion County Record raid. “Unwarranted: The Senseless Death...

A student at the Office of Diversity and Inclusions Unity Breakfast dishes up eggs and sausage. The three-hour long event invited students, faculty and staff to mingle over complimentary breakfast.

ODI and ADI team up for inclusive Unity Breakfast

Allison Campbell, News Editor February 2, 2024

Tucked away on the second floor of the Rhatigan Student Center, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) serves as a “home away from home” for students of all backgrounds and identities. On...

The Student Supreme Court judges listen to the appeal made by Vishnu Avva on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Avvas claim is the third to be submitted regarding the special election for the Senate Seat Reapportionment Act.

Student Senate removes at-large seats, special election found constitutional

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor February 2, 2024

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to reflect the Supreme Court public hearing and its results. The Supreme Court has unanimously decided that the special election passage of the Senate Seat...

WSU Storm Trackers founding member Tristan Schwien poses for a photo while looking at the sky. Growing up in Kansas, Schwien had been interested in meteorology from a young age. He started the group to build a community with other students interested in weather.

Get wind of this: WSU Storm Trackers looks to gain members, become registered student organization

Avery Gathright, Reporter February 1, 2024

No matter the weather, one student group is keeping their eyes on the sky. WSU Storm Trackers, currently an unofficial student organization of about eight students at Wichita State, aims to create a community...

Maria Romero Rodriguez, a graduate communications student, poses in her office on Jan. 30.

Hop around local restaurants with Hopping316, a new dining experience

Maleah Evans, Reporter February 1, 2024

Wichita residents looking to dine at local restaurants can try them out with Hopping316, a dining experience created and organized by Maria Romero Rodriguez, a communication graduate student at Wichita...

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SEAL celebrates Kansas Day through community building

Genesis Merriett, Reporter January 31, 2024

Music, free sunflower cookies, a photo booth and a painting table helped commemorate Kansas Day on Jan. 29 in the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC).  Kaley Archer, the marketing and communications coordinator...

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