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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

The Sunflower

Jackson Anderson and Kyle Hall pose for a photo in front of the campus chapel. The two initiated the first meeting of Wichita States new poetry club.

Club of a thousand names brings poetry to light on campus

Genesis Merriett, Reporter April 7, 2024

Kyle Hall has a lot of names for the Poetry Club he co-founded: “crazy club,” “non-social media club,” “oddball club” and “weirdo club” just to name a few. Hall, a creative writing graduate...

Mollykate Geddis solo MFA Thesis Exhibition, Visual Pleasure, concluded with a closing reception at the Clayton Staples Gallery within the McKnight Art Center at the School of Art, Design and Creative Industries on April 3.

Wichita State graduate student explores themes of chaos and order in artwork

Loren Amelunke, Reporter April 7, 2024

When Mollykate Geddis began planning her MFA thesis months ago, she felt anxious. But by the end of her months of work, she had created a piece that managed to regulate her anxiety in the process.  The...

Head baseball coach Brian Green focuses on the game from the dugout against Oklahoma State University. Wichita State lost 9-5 at Riverfront Stadium on April 10.

Baseball coach Brian Green energizes team in first season with the Shockers

Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor April 7, 2024

Wichita State baseball head coach Brian Green’s dream is to make it to a college world series as an ode to his work and his wife, Becky.  “I've been married for 26 years, (and) we have one career...

What you need to know about the last solar eclipse for 20 years

What you need to know about the last solar eclipse for 20 years

Genesis Merriett, Reporter April 7, 2024

Seven years ago, Americans could view a total or partial solar eclipse — and this Monday, April 8, there will be another one. A solar eclipse occurs when a new moon passes between the Earth and the...

Graduate student Marcelo Sepulveda returns a shot on April 1 against Tulsa. Sepulveda lost to end the match 4-0 in favor of Tulsa.

‘I couldn’t think of a better way to do it’: Tennis seniors deliver first conference win

Jacob Unruh, Assistant Sports Edo April 6, 2024

Two hours after being recognized on men’s tennis’ senior day, graduate students Misha Kvantaliani and Marcelo Sepulveda were involved in the last two singles matches for Wichita State with the team...

FAFSA delays, glitches cause frustration for Wichita State students and financial aid staff

FAFSA delays, glitches cause frustration for Wichita State students and financial aid staff

Jacob Unruh, Assistant Sports Editor April 5, 2024

College and high school students across the country are playing a waiting game as an update to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid has been plagued by delays and glitches. This year, the new system...

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OPINION: A tip about tips: When and where should you tip?

Piper Pinnetti, Reporter April 5, 2024

Due to trending TikTok and Instagram videos, I have noticed an increase in international visitors confused by the tipping culture in America. With this, jokes about the dreaded “question” when you...

Jana Erwin, Public Art Manager for the City of Wichita, gives presentation about the process that goes into funding public art.  Erwin shared a quote from the Association of Public Art, Public art is a reflection of how we see the world.

“A reflection of how we see the world’: Art managers share public art tips for students

Salsabila Attaria, Reporter April 5, 2024

For students hoping to develop a career in public art, breaking into the field can seem daunting. Jana Erwin, City of Wichita public art manager, and Kate Van Steenhuyse, assistant director for...

Student Government Association Sen. Gracie Lamb votes yes during the Student Services Fees Act proposed on Wednesday night. All 18 present senators voted in favor of the act, which determined how $10.5 million in student fees would be allocated among 36 programs.

SGA approves allocation of $10.5 million in student fees for 36 programs

Allison Campbell, News Editor April 4, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) approved and outlined how student fees will be used toward educational opportunity and student operations funding during the Student Senate meeting on Wednesday...

Freshman Camden Johnson hugs junior Mauricio Millan after winning the baseball game on April 3 against KU.

Back-and-forth game against the University of Kansas ends with walk-off win for baseball

Jacob Unruh, Assistant Sports Editor April 3, 2024

As the fireworks show began after the baseball game Wednesday night in Eck Stadium, Wichita State’s players were still celebrating a walk-off win over the University of Kansas, 7-6. Wichita State...

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