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OPINION: Trump’s reaction to the plane crash was a shameful politicization of tragedy

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor February 7, 2025

In times of crisis, a leader’s response defines their character. The tragic midair collision between Flight 5342 and an Army Black Hawk helicopter should have been met with gravity and unity. Instead,...

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For Kiah Duggins

Clarence Carvel, Wichita State alum February 6, 2025

I.   we stand on the shoulders of many divine beings who walked among us  spoke our language laughed their particular laugh with peculiar joy who offered us gifts not even...

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OPINION: Crown Uptown deserves better than petty ultimatums

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor February 3, 2025

The Crown Uptown Theatre has stood as a cultural landmark in Wichita history for nearly a century.  On Dec. 3, 2024, the Wichita City Council reviewed the Crown Uptown Theatre’s proposal to expand...

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OPINION: The rules against journalists are hurting the public

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor February 1, 2025

The Kansas House of Representatives’ new media rules, implemented with the start of the 2025 legislative session, represent more than just a logistical adjustment — they are a troubling step backward...

REVIEW: ‘Nosferatu’ reimagines hauntingly magnificent horror classic

REVIEW: ‘Nosferatu’ reimagines hauntingly magnificent horror classic

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor January 28, 2025

“Nosferatu” opts for shadows over light, dread over comfort and — above all — leaves an unforgettable mark. Directed with surgical precision, this reimagining of the 1922 classic stands as...

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OPINION: Cancellation charges for Wichita State housing contracts unfairly burden students

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor January 26, 2025

When Wichita State students decide to cancel their on-campus housing contracts, they often find themselves faced with cancellation fees that feel less like policy and more like a money grab. A review...

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OPINION: TikTok ban challenges free speech and raises questions about government overreach

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor January 24, 2025

At its core, TikTok functions as a platform for self-expression, creativity and community interaction. Its ban raises a critical question on government interference with our digital freedoms. Free speech...

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OPINION: A Shocker’s guide to holidays on a budget

Mya Scott, Reporter December 17, 2024

The holidays are expensive. Between cooking lavish meals and buying extravagant gifts, all while paying a raised electric bill due to the multiple cords of stringed lights, expenses rack up quickly.  According...

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OPINION: Don’t be a Grinch: Volunteer or donate this holiday season

Mya Scott, Reporter December 14, 2024

Giving and receiving gifts is a staple in countless households during the holiday season. But there is a gift that’s better than the latest iPhone or a new Stanley cup, a gift that sparks pure joy and...

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OPINION: It is time for Wichita State to remove Tom Otterness from campus

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor December 5, 2024

One of the most iconic pieces in Wichita State’s outdoor sculpture collection is Tom Otterness’s “Millipede,” fondly nicknamed “Millie” by Shockers. It was installed in 2008 and can be found...

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OPINION: Wichita State’s dire parking situation is growing tiresome

Mya Scott, Reporter November 26, 2024

Unreasonable parking demands are nothing new to the students who live in Shocker Hall. Just this year, parking options for these residents have been reduced by more than 20%. And the university doesn’t...

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OPINION: Therapy is a leap of faith. Take it.

Mya Scott, Reporter November 25, 2024

Therapy, for some, is a word representative of healing. For others, it's a taboo subject.  According to a study done by SWNS, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Vida Health, many Americans still appear...

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