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
Diversity Edition
Photo courtesy of Riley Johnsen
Student drag performer finds community in creative expression
Jonas Lord, Reporter • March 10, 2026
(Illustration)
EDITORIAL: The Sunflower is for diversity — we offer no apology
Staff Editorial • March 10, 2026
Illustration
International enrollment at Wichita State is down. Here’s why.
Taliyah Winn, Editor-in-Chief • March 9, 2026
Freshman Leeshaud Woodson (left), sophomore Allison Chaney and sophomore Otun Olaotan watch Princess and the Frog. Friday’s showing was part of a collaboration between Alpha Kappa Alpha and the Student Activities Council (File photo).
OPINION: Children, and all people of color, deserve to see themselves represented on screen
Maleah Evans, Arts and Culture Editor • March 9, 2026
Bri'quin Hadley with Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity sells ice cream to raise fundraising money on the north side of Rhatigan Student Center. The fund is for Horace-Mann Middle School to buy school supplies. (File photo)
The unwritten syllabus: Why academic success doesn’t fit in two checked bags for many international students
Anshika Chauhan, Reporter • March 9, 2026
The main entrance to the CAC Theater on Nov. 3. (File photo)
First phase of CAC Theater renovation will address audience accessibility, but not performers’
Kami Steinle, Assistant News Editor • March 9, 2026
View All
Graduation Edition
Multimedia reporter Mack Smith points toward members of The Sunflower after winning an award at the 2026 Kansas Collegiate Media Conference. (Photo courtesy of Amy DeVault.)
SMITH: Enjoy every sandwich
May 5, 2026
Multimedia reporter Evan Tong does a bunny hop on a scooter in front of the Elliott School of Communication.
TONG: Where this flower bloomed
May 5, 2026
Arts and Culture Editor Maleah Evans poses with their award from the 2026 Kansas Collegiate Media Conference. (Photo courtesy of Maleah Evans.)
EVANS: Don’t let controversy stop you from pursuing great things
May 5, 2026
Multimedia reporter Ivanka Mukadi poses for a photo. (Photo courtesy of Ivanka Mukadi.)
MUKADI: The other side of the rainbow
May 5, 2026
Thank you to the Sunflower for kindling my love of illustration! Thank you for the amazing opportunities and support over the years. I will miss you all. (Illustration)
NICHOLS: Kindling my love of illustration
May 5, 2026
Sports Editor Owen Prothro observes a men's basketball workout during media availability before the 2025-26 season started.
PROTHRO: The easiest hello. The hardest goodbye
May 5, 2026
View All
Spring Sports Issue
Wichita State track and field graduate student Brock Merz shouts in celebration after winning the 600-meter race at the Black vs. Yellow Intrasquad meet on Dec. 5. The annual meet was held in the Heskett Center.
How Wichita State track and field can add titles No. 37 and 38 under Steve Rainbolt
February 9, 2026
Wichita State track and field distance runner Lucy Ndungu races with a smile on her face at the 2023 JK Gold Classic, a cross-country meet. (File photo)
‘She’s not done yet’: Lucy Ndungu approaches senior track and field season with hope after injury
February 9, 2026
Wichita State baseball outfielder Jaden Gustafson (21) fits bumps Director of Operations Tad Reida during a game against Missouri State on March 7, 2025. (File photo)
‘Go out with a bang’: Jaden Gustafson enters fourth and final year with Shocker baseball
February 9, 2026
Wichita State baseball senior Drew Bugner (13) at the plate. (Photo courtesy of Alison Harper/Wichita State Athletics)
‘Go somewhere you’re wanted’: Wichita native returns home to Eck Stadium for senior season
February 8, 2026
Wichita State men's tennis player Alejandro Jacome prepares to hit the ball during a singles match against Drake on Jan. 26, 2025. (File photo)
Wichita State men’s tennis is on cusp of breakout after up-and-down start
February 7, 2026
Kelli DeSpain with her horses. (Photo courtesy of Kelli DeSpain)
How the equestrian world, track and field have helped Kelli DeSpain build bonds
February 7, 2026
Photo illustration of CC Wong, left, and Sydney McKinney during their playing careers at Wichita State. (File photos by Bryan Chavez and Khánh Nguyễn/The Sunflower)
‘We embrace the weird’: Former Shocker softball players return as grad assistants at alma mater
February 6, 2026
View All
Basketball Guide
Wichita State men's basketball center Will Berg (44) looks for a pass at an open practice Sept. 18. Berg, who is 7-foot-2, is one of the tallest players in Wichita State history.
‘You vs. you’: Purdue transfer Will Berg finding his confidence at Wichita State
Evan Long, Reporter • November 4, 2025
(Photo illustration by Owen Prothro. Photos by Ellery Prothro, left, and courtesy of Wichita State Athletics, right)
How freshman Pierre Couisnard is following in his father’s footsteps – and setting himself apart
Ainsley Smyth, Managing Editor • November 3, 2025
(Photo courtesy of Kameir Scales)
Two Scales, one team: Wichita State women’s basketball sees family connection on the sidelines
Taliyah Winn, Editor-in-Chief • November 3, 2025
Wichita State senior Emmanuel Okorafor (20) snags a rebound during the men's basketball team scrimmage during Shocker Madness on Oct. 4. Okorafor previously played at Seton Hall and Louisville before transferring to WSU.
Big men on campus: Wichita State center duo finds strength in unity
Evan Tong, Multimedia Reporter • November 2, 2025
(Illustration)
OPINION: Online tickets — the upgrade students didn’t know they needed
Mya Scott, Opinion Editor • November 2, 2025
View All

  1. Pages:
  2. 1
  3. 2
  4. 3
  5. 4
  6. 5
  7. 6
  8. 7
  9. ...
  10. 71