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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Graduate student David Wanaselja speaks to student senators during the last SGA session of the semester regarding impropriety in the Wichita State University administration. “Because at the end, we’ll take home a piece of paper with their (university administration’s) name signed to it,” Wanaselja said. “I don’t know about you, but I want those signatures to be untainted by impropriety, and the institution that grants my degree to be above suspicion.”

Graduate student voices disgust at President Muma’s involvement in sexual harassment training

Allison Campbell, News Editor December 13, 2023

Graduate student David Wanaselja begged Student Government Association (SGA) members Wednesday night to “push back” against impropriety in the Wichita State administration after taking offense to WSU...

The Wichita State Shockers celebrate their win in the NIVC semi-finals match against Montana State. Following the win, the Shockers will face UTEP on Dec. 12 for the championship.

Volleyball heads to NIVC championship match after sweeping Montana State

Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor December 12, 2023

When starting the volleyball season, senior transfer Izzi Strand’s main goal was to make a postseason run. Now, Wichita State volleyball will advance to the championship match of the National Invitational...

Brylee Kelly talks to teammate Natalie Foster after a timeout in the second set. Kelly played two sets of the Dec. 6 game versus Drake University.

‘Fell in love with it’: Brylee Kelly reflects on journey, achievements at Wichita State

Jacinda Hall, Podcast Editor December 11, 2023

For Brylee Kelly, her love of volleyball is familial. Her mom, Lisa, played NCAA Division I volleyball for Depaul University in the mid-1990s. “Growing up, (my mom) didn't want to push volleyball...

Margaret Carr shakes the ornament she created at the Destress Snowglobes event. The event was hosted by Disability Rights, Education, Activism and Mentorship (DREAM)on Dec. 6 in an effort to raise awareness about the organization.

DREAM hosts ornament decorating event, raises awareness of organization

Avery Gathright, Reporter December 10, 2023

Holiday music filled the air as students decorated ornaments in Rhatigan Student Center during the Destress Snowglobes event hosted by the Disability Rights, Education, Activism and Mentorship (DREAM)...

Student Government Assocation senators raise their hands as part of an informal vote during the Senate meeting on Dec. 6. During the session, senators passed a resolution that would encourage WhatsApp and Facetime to be available on campus Wi-Fi.

Student Government passes resolution to support WhatsApp, FaceTime access on campus Wi-Fi

Loren Amelunke, Reporter December 10, 2023

Editor’s note: This story previously incorrectly identified the author of the bill as former Sen. Ayleen Escobedo. The necessary corrections have since been made. The Student Government Association...

Wichita State Student Housing rates still slightly higher than off-campus alternatives

Wichita State Student Housing rates still slightly higher than off-campus alternatives

Allison Campbell, News Editor December 9, 2023

As renting rates across the country continue to rise, many Wichita State students are struggling to navigate the ever-changing housing market. With dozens of housing options, students often must determine...

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Artist Exploration Association creates welcoming, accessible environment for art

Genesis Merriett, Reporter December 8, 2023

Some students in search of a judgment-free, warm and welcoming community to destress and test out their art skills have found refuge within the Artist Exploration Association (AEA), a new campus organization...

Ashley Collette and Cole McDaniel work on one of the cars during the Baja Racing meeting on Nov. 29.

Shocker Racing clubs describe lack of funding from SGA, College of Engineering

Jacob Unruh, Reporter December 8, 2023

Inside the Shocker Racing workshop, they still run equipment coded to floppy disks. Built in 1996, their outdated mill cutting machine is just one example that Shocker Racing Baja SAE and Formula...

ADA parking spaces on Dec. 6.

‘I had done everything right’: Students with disabilities receive citations despite registered ADA parking

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor December 7, 2023

Two students with disabilities said they had received tickets for parking in their registered ADA parking spaces at Wichita State. Both Zaylee Bell and Mia Dennett said they registered for the Americans...

Lit up sign inside Las Adelitas Café on the first floor of The Lux Apartment building located in downtown Wichita.

REVIEW: Las Adelitas is my new go-to, and it should be yours too

Jacinda Hall, Podcast Editor December 7, 2023

Downtown Wichita is known for its restaurants, shops and breweries, but it also has its hidden gems — especially when it comes to its cafés.  Located on the first floor of The Lux, an apartment...

Gabi Maas, Katie Galligan and Morgan Stout celebrate after evening the score early in the first set. Wichita State faced Drake University of Des Moines, Iowa in the Great 8 of the NIVT.

Volleyball sweeps Drake to advance to semifinals of NIVC

Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor December 7, 2023

Before the match even began, Izzi Strand stood next to redshirt junior Morgan Stout during the starting lineup and said that they were going to win the match; Stout replied with a “hell yeah, we...

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