Skip to Main Content
Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

"Student Centered, Innovation Driven," by university president Richard Muma. The book released on Aug. 26.

REVIEW: President Muma wrote a book — Lets talk about it.

Nazjai Dickson, Reporter September 8, 2025

When I picked up President Richard Muma’s book, I hoped it would be innovative and transformative for me personally. It was neither, but in the scope of history, I see the appeal of the name to the average...

Director of Athletics Kevin Saal smirks after the completion of the basketball scrimmages at Shocker Madness on Oct. 7.

Guest Column: From the stands to the court: How students change the game

Kevin Saal, Director of Athletics September 8, 2025

Students, you are the heartbeat of Wichita State. When you step into Charles Koch Arena, everything changes. The lights are brighter. The sound shakes deeper. Opponents feel it. Coaches prepare for it....

(Illustration)

OPINION: Not every sport is seen as equal — let’s change that.

Mya Scott, Opinion Editor September 8, 2025

Growing up 45 minutes away from Wichita State, I visited the campus more than once before I ever began to think about tuition costs and majors. For one of my birthdays, my mom bought me nosebleed seats...

The Cessna Stadium main stands. The stands will be rebuilt as the final phase of the University Stadium renovation.

OPINION: Cessna Stadium renovation: Is it worth it?

Jonas Lord, Reporter September 6, 2025

For the past three years, the renovation of Wichita State’s Cessna Stadium has been underway, with no signs of slowing down. Every time you observe the area, there’s some big change, some evolution....

Head coach Paul Mills writes on a white board during a time out in the second half. Wichita State beat Emporia State during the exhibition game, 99-53, on Oct. 27, 2024. (File photo)

Guest Column: First in line

Paul Mills, Head Men’s Basketball Coach September 6, 2025

When I first met Michael Jordan, I was 15 years old. Jordan was coming to Houston as his Chicago Bulls were playing the Houston Rockets in an early-season matchup in Jordan’s 4th season in the NBA. Jordan...

(Illustration)

OPINION: Adding darts would help Wichita State housing hit the mark

Mya Scott, Opinion Editor September 5, 2025

Located within the halls of every housing facility on campus is what’s known as the resident lounges. These lounges have a variety of amenities that is almost everything needed for an ultimate hangout...

(Illustration)

OPINION: Superhero movies are so back

Nazjai Dickson, Reporter September 1, 2025

James Gunn's “Superman” is a return to comic book lore. It is bright, hopeful, corny and at its heart, political. In this newest iteration, Kal-El is played by David Corenswet, an actor with a history...

Members of Delta Delta Delta cheer and hold up their sorority sign.

OPINION: Rush week at Wichita State offers a unique experience

Airianna Sallaz, Reporter September 1, 2025

Rush week is hosted by the Panhellenic Council, one of the four Greek life councils at Wichita State University. Rush is a seven-day-long process where women at Wichita State who are interested in the...

Photo by Zachary Ruth, Photo illustration by Emma Wilks

OPINION: Sesame is out, let’s get Raising Cane’s in!

Airianna Sallaz, Reporter August 31, 2025

Sesame Mediterranean Kitchen, the restaurant located on the far right corner of Braeburn Square on Wichita State University’s campus, has been permanently closed after just two years of being open.  Sesame...

Shocker Grill and Lane’s pizza of the month, hot honey pepperoni

REVIEW: A Hot Honey Take

Willow Spence, Reporter August 25, 2025

This month, there is a new hot item up for grabs at the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes. Following recent food trends, hot honey has taken over most menus and has now made its way onto the Shocker Sports...

(Illustration)

OPINION: The Gen-Z stare is not the problem — it’s you.

Mya Scott, Opinion Editor August 25, 2025

What is the Gen-Z stare?  If you’re on TikTok, you've probably seen users talking about a phenomenon labeled as the “Gen-Z stare.” The Gen-Z stare is a term coined primarily by millennials...

Opinion editor Mya Scott writes with a G-2 pilot mechanical pencil.

OPINION: Pencils ranked from pencil-perfect to dull

Mya Scott, Opinion Editor August 22, 2025

As school begins and last-minute supplies shopping ends, let me volunteer to help you decide the best essential item that every student needs. The pencil. The pencil is a tool many students use everyday...

Load More Stories