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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Finding love possible without having sex

Columnist August 27, 2012

When my editor asked me to write a column about sex I immediately knew what to write about. To say I have experience in the field would be incriminating, but it’s not necessarily sex that I know about,...

Recapping your first week

Columnist August 27, 2012

Congratulations freshmen and transfer students—I’m assuming that if you’re reading this, you’ve made it through your first week of college and are passing the time between classes, instead of getting...

Just live a little: A note from your new girlfriend

Columnist August 23, 2012

Future friends, readers, health gurus, and those of you who are bored and randomly flipped to this article: I look forward to our fast-approaching relationship. I say relationship because some mornings,...

Welcome to The S

Editor-in-Chief August 23, 2012

When you got up this morning to grab today’s issue of The Sunflower, this might not be what you expected to pick up.  In fact, you might not have had any clue what it was. So, let me explain. This is...

Ignorant lawmakers contribute to rape culture

Editorial August 22, 2012

When election season takes off, it’s easy to feel tempted to tune out. While ignoring the hype may be an easy option, decisions made by lawmakers have real effects on students and contribute the attitudes...

Don’t make parking such a woeful experience

Columnist August 22, 2012

Whether today is your third day of college or your third year, you know finding a parking space on the Wichita State main campus is a battle each day, usually one that is lost.  With the Rhatigan Student...

Six weeks in Puebla, Mexico, a once unknown fruit unpeeled

Columnist August 22, 2012

Some might envision Mexico as a country, just like any other, with people who share a culture, eat exotic foods, go to school or work and live a life similar to their own.  For others, Mexico might as...

Find a place for non-major classes

Columnist July 25, 2012

The fall semester is quickly approaching and hopefully your class schedule is ready to roll. You’ve got everything perfectly timed, right down to time spent on campus and walking distance. However, no...

‘The Dark Knight Rises’ delivers despite flaws

‘The Dark Knight Rises’ delivers despite flaws

Dan Kampling, Reviewer July 25, 2012

Seven years ago, director Christopher Nolan revitalized the DC Comics character Batman into a highly praised film series, cited as a prime example of the comic book movie genre. Last week saw the release...

I may be the worst thing in the paper, but at least I don’t go to KU

I may be the worst thing in the paper, but at least I don’t go to KU

Ian Huntley, Columnist July 25, 2012

Once a week, I’m summoned to the bowels of Elliott Hall for The Sunflower’s weekly staff meeting. During the staff meeting, our serious editors talk to serious reporters about serious issues with...

Wheatshocker policy means saying goodbye to old friends

Wheatshocker policy means saying goodbye to old friends

Tarun Bali, Columnist July 18, 2012

It is a beautiful day. The sky is a distinct shade of azure and the cool breeze blows your hair around as you search the skies for scattered clouds. The day could not be romanticized any further. I...

(l to r.) Newcomers Kara Hayward as Suzy and Jared Gilman as Sam in Wes Anderson's MOONRISE KINGDOM, a Focus Features release.

‘Moonrise Kingdom’ the hidden gem among summer blockbusters

Liz Simmons, Reviewer July 18, 2012

Summer in the theaters is generally a breeding ground for superheroes, aliens and merchandise-friendly animated creatures. It is a time when movie makers become lazy, giving us remakes and continuations...

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