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Wichita State's independent, student-run news source

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Teri Hall, vice president for student affairs, speaks about the Office of Diversity and Inclusion's funding on March 6.

GUEST COLUMN: Vice president for Student Affairs motivates students to practice perseverance, authenticity in new year

Teri Hall, Vice President for Student Affairs August 20, 2024

Dear Shockers, Welcome back to another exciting year of college! As you step onto campus, I want to extend a warm welcome and share some thoughts to inspire and encourage you. College is a time...

Student Body President Kylee Hower listens to speaker of the senate nominees during Wednesday night's Senate meeting.

GUEST COLUMN: Student body president welcomes students back, encourages them to reach out

Kylee Hower, Student Body President August 18, 2024

Welcome back to campus! I hope your summer was filled with rest, relaxation and fun! Hopefully you are all ready to tackle the year ahead of you and whatever challenges may come your way. Whether...

Provost Shirley Lefever speaks to attendees of the 2024 Fall Address on Aug. 14. Lefever plans to retire at the end of 2024.

GUEST COLUMN: Provost urges students to ‘embrace the unknown’ in her final year

Shirley Lefever, Provost August 18, 2024

Welcome back to campus, Shockers! This marks my 19th first day of school at Wichita State University, and the excitement never fades. Each year brings new beginnings, new faces and endless possibilities. I’m...

President Richard Muma speaks at the 2024 Fall Address, which focused on celebrating the 10th anniversary of the announcement of Wichita State's Innovation Campus.

GUEST COLUMN: President highlights new Shocker Success Center in welcoming students back to campus

Rick Muma, University President August 18, 2024

Hello, Shockers! Welcome — or welcome back — to Wichita State University! No matter how you spent your time these past few months — whether in summer classes, working at an applied learning...

Austin Menge is a senior mechanical engineering major who added Wichita State to the new "College Football 25" video game. “If this sees a way where Wichita (State) can bring an athletic football program back,” Menge said. “I guess my whole life is achieved right there.”

A student revived Wichita State’s football team, virtually. He wants a real revival, too.

Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor August 17, 2024

Nov. 15, 1986, was the last time Wichita State University competed in a football game. Now, nearly 40 years later, students and fans of Shocker athletics can once again have the college football game-day...

Lounging and study areas designed for students in the new Shocker Successs Center located  next to the Rhatigan Student Center and Ablah Library at Wichita State. The Shocker Success center opened in August.

‘All together’: Shocker Success Center opens, bringing nearly 20 services into one building

Ainsley Smyth, News Editor August 17, 2024

After three years of planning and construction, the Shocker Success Center is open to students. The building, located in what was formerly Clinton Hall, houses several different programs previously in...

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Men’s tennis player reflects on time spent at ITA National Summer Championships

Owen Prothro, Assistant Sports Editor August 16, 2024

Wichita State tennis player Luke Bracks recently competed against some of the best collegiate players in the country in a summer national championship tournament. He said the appearance could help inspire...

The pickleball courts on the east side of the Heskett Center are set to move between the lawn of Hubbard Hall and Heskett Center. Construction on the current courts are expected to start in September.

Wichita State’s pickleball courts are moving. Here’s how students are reacting to the unexpected change.

Mia Hennen, Managing Editor August 16, 2024

On any given night, Wichita State’s pickleball courts are packed. Most days, players have to wait for one of the four courts between the Heskett Center and Wilkins Stadium to become available to play...

The Innovation Campus at Wichita State celebrated 10 years on Aug. 15, 2024. The campus is a university initiative to increase research and enrollment at the university.

Wichita State celebrates 10 years of Innovation Campus, looks to increase research and enrollment

Mia Hennen, Managing Editor August 15, 2024

Ten years ago, the east side of Wichita State University’s campus was filled with golf holes and trees. Today, more than 20 buildings have sprung from the former greens. On Aug. 15, 2014, former WSU...

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Wichita State creates program to bring students back to finish their degree

Mia Hennen, Managing Editor August 14, 2024

When Pamela O’Neal came to Wichita State in 2002, she was around 30 years old, a decade removed from the age of an average university student. This experience gave O’Neal a unique perspective on...

Kenzie Kessler and Lane Pywell meet with Joe Mazzara, the new Wichita State esports director. Mazzara has been involved with the esports team since it was founded in 2019.

New WSU esports director focused on mentorship and program growth

Jacob Unruh, Sports Editor August 12, 2024

Joe Mazzara said he has a lot to learn about the ever-changing world of collegiate esports. However, the new Wichita State esports director is accepting the challenge and said, regardless of the learning...

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