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Ablah Library on May 4, 2023. (File photo)

OPINION: Students need 24-hour access to Ablah Library

Piper Pinnetti, Reporter September 6, 2024

At Wichita State, the Ablah Library is a cornerstone of academic life, providing essential resources for students navigating the demands of their coursework. While the library offers a small 24-hour...

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OPINION: Fifty years later, Title IX still has a positive impact on sports equality

Piper Pinnetti, Reporter September 5, 2024

Title IX, a landmark federal civil rights law enacted in 1972, has been transformative in ensuring gender equality in educational programs, particularly in sports. Despite ongoing debates, it is...

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REVIEW: Want to go on an autumn hike without all the dirt? Play ‘Firewatch’

Sascha Harvey, Design Director September 4, 2024

You know that feeling when your wife has early onset dementia and you take a job in the woods because you don’t know how to process your emotions? You don’t? “Firewatch” can give you that feeling.  Every...

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OPINION: The NFL might not be rigged, but it’s also not fair

Nabaa Alamood, Audio Reporter September 3, 2024

The business of entertaining doesn't mean legitimate, nor does it necessarily mean fair. Entertainment means showmanship, and in the sports world, this is everything. For ages, NFL fans have engaged...

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OPINION: Ways to stay active don’t have to include sports or going to the gym

Maleah Evans, Reporter September 2, 2024

Being active is something that is important in life, for both physical and mental health.  Despite the importance of staying physically active, I am not a sporty individual. I find it very hard to...

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RECIPE: vitamin C packed Sunflower Smoothie for Shockers on the go

Piper Pinnetti, Reporter September 2, 2024

School may be starting again, but that does not mean summer is at an end. For Shockers old and new, a new school year can be a stressful time, and food options might be close to nothing.  Dining options...

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COLUMN: To do: Follow The Sunflower

Allison Campbell, Editor in Chief August 29, 2024

With campus life back in full swing, many of us are frantically jotting down lists of things to be done for the upcoming school year on any surface within reach. Whether it's in the margins of a class...

Teri Hall, vice president for student affairs, speaks about the Office of Diversity and Inclusion's funding on March 6.

GUEST COLUMN: Vice president for Student Affairs motivates students to practice perseverance, authenticity in new year

Teri Hall, Vice President for Student Affairs August 20, 2024

Dear Shockers, Welcome back to another exciting year of college! As you step onto campus, I want to extend a warm welcome and share some thoughts to inspire and encourage you. College is a time...

Student Body President Kylee Hower listens to speaker of the senate nominees during Wednesday night's Senate meeting.

GUEST COLUMN: Student body president welcomes students back, encourages them to reach out

Kylee Hower, Student Body President August 18, 2024

Welcome back to campus! I hope your summer was filled with rest, relaxation and fun! Hopefully you are all ready to tackle the year ahead of you and whatever challenges may come your way. Whether...

Provost Shirley Lefever speaks to attendees of the 2024 Fall Address on Aug. 14. Lefever plans to retire at the end of 2024.

GUEST COLUMN: Provost urges students to ‘embrace the unknown’ in her final year

Shirley Lefever, Provost August 18, 2024

Welcome back to campus, Shockers! This marks my 19th first day of school at Wichita State University, and the excitement never fades. Each year brings new beginnings, new faces and endless possibilities. I’m...

President Richard Muma speaks at the 2024 Fall Address, which focused on celebrating the 10th anniversary of the announcement of Wichita State's Innovation Campus.

GUEST COLUMN: President highlights new Shocker Success Center in welcoming students back to campus

Rick Muma, University President August 18, 2024

Hello, Shockers! Welcome — or welcome back — to Wichita State University! No matter how you spent your time these past few months — whether in summer classes, working at an applied learning...

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Letter to the Editor: Echoes of Liberty: A Shared Journey of Freedom and Hope

Blood, death, pain, hunger, struggle, yet dreams of freedom, love for the motherland, and courage for one's kin inspired our forefathers to fight for liberation. Nearly eight years of war, with countless...

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