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Justin Hill, a guard, runs down the court against Emporia State on Oct. 27. Hill scored four points during his 14 minutes of play time.

Transfer guard Justin Hill carries on family legacy at WSU

Allison Campbell, Editor-in-chief November 4, 2024

Men’s basketball’s Justin Hill is like most students his age. The new addition to the Shocker men’s basketball team enjoys playing video games like “Call of Duty” and “UFC” with his friends...

Sophomore Salese Blow steals the ball back from the Northeastern State RedHawks on Oct. 30. Blow was a three-time AAC Freshman of the Week during the 2023-24 season.

Women’s basketball’s Salese Blow wants to ‘level up’ in sophomore year

Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor November 3, 2024

Sophomore guard Salese Blow said she spent countless hours in the gym over the offseason. “I know I have to level up from the way I’ve played my freshman year,” Blow said. Head women’s basketball...

Wichita State women’s basketball finishes a team huddle during a timeout. The final score of the exhibition game against Northeastern State was 81-46 Wichita State.

Season preview: Women’s basketball has something to prove in head coach Nooner’s second season

Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor November 3, 2024

Going into year two as head coach, Terry Nooner said the Wichita State women’s basketball team is “anxious and excited as a coaching staff and I think the players are, (too)” to get the 2024-25 campaign...

Harlond Beverly dribbles past defenders during an intrasquad scrimmage at Shocker Madness on Oct. 5. Beverly scored a team-high 10 points for the black team.

Harlond Beverly makes an impact on and off the court for WSU basketball

Mack Smith, Reporter November 1, 2024

Wichita State men’s basketball has 13 scholarships available every season. With the signing of senior center Matej Bošnjak over the summer, the team was one scholarship short, so senior guard Harlond...

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OPINION: Don’t trick the planet, be sustainable during the spooky season

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion Editor October 31, 2024

Fall is upon Wichita and with its breeze comes the excitement of Halloween parties, pumpkin patches and seasonal trends. As college students, it is easy to get caught up in the fun without considering...

Bijan Cortes celebrates a Wichita State 3-pointer in the first half. Cortes made both of his attempted 3-pointers on Oct. 27.

Season preview: Experienced men’s basketball roster looks to March

Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor October 31, 2024

Wichita State men’s basketball head coach Paul Mills identified two key weaknesses in the team that went 15-19 last season: turnovers and shooting. He said both those deficiencies were addressed in...

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RECIPE: Pumpkin seeds are a hidden Halloween treat

Piper Pinnetti, Opinion editor October 31, 2024

As a child, an annual activity for my siblings and me was carving pumpkins and enjoying baked pumpkin seeds afterward. It was never a tradition I questioned other kids having, I assumed this was the norm...

Jeff Blubaugh and Sarah Lopez prepare for a forum at on housing at Friend's University. The candidates discussed subjects such as new home ownership, zoning, taxes, and more.

Meet the Sedgwick County Commission 2nd District candidates: Jeff Blubaugh and Sarah Lopez

Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor October 31, 2024

Voters in Sedgwick County’s 2nd Commission District will choose between two candidates with a combined 16 years of experience in local government in this election. The 2nd District includes south Wichita,...

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‘Develop their own bullshit meter’: Experts explain how to vet information during election season

Baylor Henry and Shelby DuVall October 31, 2024

As Election Day approaches, many voters are conducting research to help choose which candidates to vote for. Some may find it difficult to ensure their information comes from a credible source, especially...

Sedgwick County Commission candidate Stephanie Wise gives her opening remarks at the Wichita Journalism Collaborative's forum on housing. Wise works in real estate and discussed the importance of affordable housing.

Meet the Sedgwick County 3rd district commission candidates: Stephanie Wise and Celeste Racette

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor October 31, 2024

If you’re registered to vote in Cheney, Goddard or the central part of Wichita, there’s a good chance you’re in Sedgwick County’s 3rd District. Voters residing in District 3 will get a chance...

Jeffrey Jarman and Betty Arnold, candidates for the Kansas Board of Education. (Photo illustration)

Kansas Board of Education Candidates answer questions on campaign priorities

The Sunflower October 30, 2024

The Sunflower reached out to candidates for the State Board of Education with questions on their platforms. Answers have been edited for clarity. Betty Arnold (District 8) What will be your top one to...

A sign for the political science department in Lindquist Hall. Political science students and faculty research various topics related to state and national politics.

‘It’s going to be an interesting year’: What WSU’s political science department can tell us about the upcoming election

Sophia Best, Reporter October 30, 2024

Alexandra Middlewood said there has never been a presidential election race like 2024. “We have no examples of something like this that has happened in modern times,” said Middlewood about President...

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