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Audrey Korte, Opinion Editor

Audrey Korte is a reporter for The Sunflower and is the host of The Sunflower News Podcast.

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Luggage is rarely lost but sometimes it doesn’t make the same plane you do, Columnist Audrey Korte writes. Depending on your destination that may mean spending a few days waiting for it to arrive.

OPINION: International travel during the pandemic is not for the faint of heart

December 17, 2021
Wichita State senior Jennifer Castro poses in front of a listing from Miller Family Homes. Castro is a licensed real estate agent, and has been interning with the real estate firm since graduating high school.

Jennifer Castro built an impressive real estate career as a WSU undergrad

June 28, 2021
WSU alumnus John Goerzen took his first volunteering job in March as a pilot with Angel Flight – an organization that provides free medical transportation, for people that need non-emergency transport to medical appointments. 

A higher purpose: Alumnus John Goerzen uses personal plane to help others

June 21, 2021
WuShock made an appearance at the ceremony. The Spring 2020 Commencement was held on Oct. 10, 2020 after the initial event was cancelled due to COVID-19.

To all who aren’t graduating today, but were “supposed to”…

May 15, 2021
Jordan Cao speaks at the #StopAsianHate vigil on April 30.

Senior Jordan Cao loves and celebrates his heritage

May 10, 2021
Heather Hill poses in front of the Rhatigan Student Center on the Wichita State campus

Heather Hill loves being a wife and mom. But she’s getting a degree for herself

May 4, 2021
Wichita State Senior Lucia Agbor hangs out with friends at YaYas Euro Bistro on April 25, 2021.

From Cameroon to corporate law – Lucia Agbor says WSU was ‘just right’ to pursue her goals

May 2, 2021
Graduate School isn’t easy but there are some amazing moments in the chaos.

OPINION: Would I go to Graduate School Again? That’s a Big Question

April 28, 2021
OPINION: Students need more diverse study abroad options

OPINION: Students need more diverse study abroad options

April 26, 2021
The ZOOM profile pic and ZOOM reality are vastly different.

OPINION: ZOOM makes me overly critical of myself

April 24, 2021
OPINION: Derek Chauvin found guilty: Its not a celebration —its a relief.

OPINION: Derek Chauvin found guilty: It’s not a celebration —it’s a relief.

April 22, 2021
OPINION: The county mask debate demonstrates Americans are experts at politicizing health

OPINION: The county mask debate demonstrates Americans are experts at politicizing health

March 30, 2021
Travis Washington started a petition to change the way we hold law enforcement accountable for the shootings of unarmed individuals. To date, the petition, called the Hands Up Act, has 2.7 million supporters.

WSU student starts petition to get law enforcement who shoot unarmed persons a mandatory 15-year sentence

March 23, 2021
Women’s March - Air Capital was founded in 2017 by Brandi Calvert. That year hundreds of marches took place across the nation. It was prompted by the fact that several of Trumps statements were considered to be offensive to women.

Women’s March founder shares her story of empowerment

March 20, 2021
OPINION: Even Vaccines Discriminate Against Women

OPINION: Even Vaccines Discriminate Against Women

March 18, 2021
Representatives from left to right: Davis Peck, Irena Kutilek and Akari Yoshioka. Kutilek brandishes a sign encouraging students to stop by Japan Festival on Wednesday April 21 at the RSC.

OPINION: WSU can do more to show some love to Asian community

March 18, 2021
OPINION: No spring break? That’s okay. Plan your own.

OPINION: No spring break? That’s okay. Plan your own.

March 3, 2021
OPINION: Wash your nasty face mask

OPINION: Wash your nasty face mask

February 27, 2021
OPINION: We are not fragile flowers.

OPINION: We are not fragile flowers.

February 24, 2021
OPINION: It’s time to embrace your inner archivist

OPINION: It’s time to embrace your inner archivist

February 12, 2021
Having a dedicated and organized work space is important for success even if you’re living and working in just one room.

OPINION: How to thrive this semester – Five Tips from a perpetual student

February 8, 2021
OPINION: Diversity — We have work to do.

OPINION: Diversity — We have work to do.

February 3, 2021
Protesters march on Saturday toward the Wichita Police Department building on 21st Street near Wichita States campus.

OPINION: Universities must defend the right to protest and speak freely

January 19, 2021
A new mural goes up in downtown Wichita to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day on January 18. “The mural is titled ‘lift your voice’, and I just hope everyone’s encouraged to use your voice to stand up for what’s right,” said Priscilla Brown, Wichita artist. The mural is located right next to the Pop Up Park in downtown Wichita.

‘A day of reflection, a day of teaching:’ Resources to better understand race in America

January 18, 2021
OPINION: Alone but not lonely — how I made Thanksgiving about family with none in reach

OPINION: Alone but not lonely — how I made Thanksgiving about family with none in reach

November 26, 2020
The March for RBG on October 2 brought people together from Wichita and beyond to celebrate and commemorate the life of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The online March for RBG was streamed live because of concerns about safety and the spread of COVID-19.

March for RBG celebrates life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

October 5, 2020
The Fairmount neighborhood is located just south of Wichita States campus, across 17th Street.

WSU proposes creating a University Village across from campus

October 3, 2020
This image shows a connecting hallway between the two buildings that comprise Shocker Hall. Residence halls will have extra safety steps this year.

Keeping COVID-19 away means extra precautions at residence halls

August 18, 2020
Sheilja Bhatt, left, is president of the WSU International Student Union. Her sister Divija, right, is trying to transfer to WSU from Rutgers because the school has had confirmed cases of the coronavirus.

Despite ICE reversal, some international students still face tough decisions

July 30, 2020
Students and Wichita community members gathered for a protest against police brutality at the Wichita police station near WSUs main campus on Saturday, May 30. Members of the campus community are working with the mayors civil rights council to address issues like diversity and police brutality.

WSU community a key piece of Wichita mayor’s civil rights council

July 23, 2020
Wichita States Office of International Education, 3203 E 17th St N, is issuing guidance to help international students stay on track to graduate.

UPDATE: US government to reverse guidance blocking foreign students from studying online

July 13, 2020
The outside of the Student Wellness Center, located in the same building as the Steve Clark YMCA. WSU health officials discussed ongoing changes to the Student Wellness Centers operations amid the coronavirus pandemic.

WSU health leaders talk summer resources, changes to Student Health Services

June 5, 2020
A protester holds a Black Lives Matter sign on Saturday during a protest against police brutality outside of a Wichita Police Department station near Hillside and 21st. The protest is one in a string of demonstrations across the nation after George Floyd was apparently killed by police.

‘Justice for Floyd:’ Protesters rally at Wichita police station near WSU

May 30, 2020
A protester shakes hands with a police officer during a protest against police brutality on Saturday outside of the Wichita police station on 21st Street. The peaceful protest was one in a string of demonstrations across the nation after George Floyd died at the hands of the police.

PHOTOS: Wichita protesters stand against police brutality

May 30, 2020
Wichita States Office of Admissions is housed in the Marcus Welcome Center. KBOR approved on Wednesday the universitys request to expand and renovate the building.

Office of Admissions takes outreach online for prospective students

May 16, 2020
Virtual admissions events overcome Zoombombers

Virtual admissions events overcome Zoombombers

May 6, 2020
International students participate in the Taste of Africa event hosted by the African Student Association in November 2019. International students may not be able to return to campus for fall 2019, and according to the Office of International Education, no new international students will be able to attend WSU for summer sessions due to Visa restrictions from COVID-19.

WSU could take major hit if international students are unable to return this fall

May 2, 2020
Tulips have bloomed at Wichita State.

Plans for phased reopening of WSU campus discussed during town hall

May 1, 2020
“Mother and Child”

WSU graduates who want to participate in virtual ceremony must register by today

May 1, 2020
Collin Munson loads up food for delivery in the Shocker Support Locker.

Shocker Support Locker transforms to offer curbside pickup during COVID-19

April 29, 2020
Medical equipment in the Student Health Services office.

Kansas State Board of Nursing approves WSU’s new nursing dual degree program in Manhattan

April 21, 2020
Courtney Price-Dukes and Mirabel Sanchez are running for SGA vice president and president.

Sánchez, Price-Dukes strive to rewrite the narrative of Student Government

April 13, 2020
Wichita State alumnus Kevin Brown left New York City two weeks ago for Massachusetts because of COVID-19. He took this photo of a nearly empty Brooklyn Bridge as he departed the city.

Wichitans, WSU alumni face New York City challenges during COVID-19 pandemic

April 10, 2020
Students walk across campus before it closed for the semester because of COVID-19. Campus, county, and state officials warn that the population of 20 to 44-year-olds are at higher risk for catching and spreading the virus than they may think.

COVID-19 affecting 20-44-year-olds at high rates in Kansas

April 3, 2020
Campus parking lots are near empty these days. WSU announced that parking passes will be refunded.

WSU approves refunds for parking, student housing, meal plans, but not tuition or fees

April 2, 2020
WuShock wears a cap and gown at last May’s LAS commencement ceremony.

May commencement will be a virtual reality

April 2, 2020
One of the only faces found on campus this week.

OPINION: The things they set down

April 2, 2020
William Groutas, a bioorganic and medicinal chemistry professor at Wichita State (center) and research assistants pose in Groutass research laboratory at WSU.

‘The impact can be huge’: WSU professor part of team to discover compound that kills a coronavirus

April 1, 2020
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WSU Foundation launches COVID-19 student emergency fund

March 31, 2020
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The Coalition: ICT hands out food to homeless and vulnerable Wichitans last week in Riverside Park.

The Coalition: ICT works around COVID-19 to feed homeless Wichitans

March 31, 2020
U.S. moves to No. 3 in global COVID-19 cases

U.S. moves to No. 3 in global COVID-19 cases

March 22, 2020
Students participate in a parade of flags at the Taste of Africa event, sponsored by the African Student Association, in November. Confirmed COVID-19 cases hit 1,000 on the continent over the weekend. Only 11 African nations have zero cases of COVID-19 as of Sunday afternoon.

Numbers soar globally as COVID-19 spreads

March 22, 2020
Interim Chief Information Officer David Miller speaks about supplying students and faculty with laptops as classes switch to an online-only structure. Miller spoke to The Sunflower on Friday, March 13.

WSU is stocking up on devices, but what if you don’t have access to Wifi?: ‘We don’t have any way to address that’

March 14, 2020
A member of the Rhatigan Student Center custodial staff wipes down tables by Starbucks.

[PHOTO] Custodial staff taking extra precautions amid COVID-19 outbreak

March 14, 2020
Students congregate by the Rhatigan Student Center Starbucks on March 12, 2020.

[PHOTO] EDITORIAL: One year ago today, we were unknowingly enjoying our last sense of normality.

March 8, 2021
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Professor Kim Warren is a scholar of gender and race in African American and Native American studies at the University of Kansas.

Kim Warren talks intersectionality of race and gender at International Women’s Day summit keynote

March 11, 2020
A stethoscope sits on the counter at the WSU Student Wellness Center, located inside the Steve Clark YMCA.

Head of university Pandemic Planning Team discourages self-quarantine

March 11, 2020
WSU community members planning international travel can now self-report their plans to the university.

Wichita State encourages self-reporting travel plans this semester

March 11, 2020
WSU community members planning international travel can now self-report their plans to the university.

[PHOTO] COVID-19: Should I travel?

March 14, 2020
COVID-19 raises questions about study abroad programs

COVID-19 raises questions about study abroad programs

March 9, 2020
COVED-19 cases in the U.S., as of March 8.

University Pandemic Planning Team works to answer COVID-19 questions about travel, quarantines, online classes

March 9, 2020
Kansas Secretary of Labor Delia Garcia shares her story and answers questions Thursday at the CAC Theater for Women in the Workplace.

Kansas secretary of labor visits Wichita State, launches paid student internship

March 8, 2020
Shockers for Life claimed responsibility for the original chalkings.

Shockers For Life sidewalk chalkings raise free speech questions

March 6, 2020
The Pro Bono Immigration Clinic is comprised of Wichita State students who give free legal aid to local immigrants. Sandrine Lisk (third from right) advises the group and is a local immigration attorney.

Pro Bono Immigration Clinic offers free legal aid to local immigrants

March 5, 2020
Evergy is funding a substation and solar panels on the John Bardo Center.

Evergy brings solar panels and substation to campus for faculty, student research

March 2, 2020
Positive Directions Executive Director Brett Hogan (left) and Outreach Coordinator Stephanie Kreutzer stand by a sign advertising free STI testing.

Free on-campus STI tests aim to keep students healthy

February 21, 2020
Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match

Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match

February 13, 2020
The “Bombshell” film screening and discussion was held on Jan. 4 at the Warren East theater.

‘Bombshell’ film screening, discussion aim to break culture of silence

January 5, 2020
Student veterans say WSU Foundation is costing them donations

Student veterans say WSU Foundation is costing them donations

December 5, 2019
James Graves, who goes by DJ Barefoot, is WSUs mens basketball game-day DJ. Here, Graves works his equipment at The Venue - Distillery 244 Old Town.

Behind the gameday music: Basketball DJ leads fans in celebration and song

November 15, 2019
New President Jay Golden speaks to sophomore Drue Owen after his public address on Thursday, Oct. 31 in the RSC.

OPINION: Another Golden boy becomes university president? Forgive me for not cheering

November 12, 2019
Students dance during the Taste of Africa event on Friday in the Marcus Welcome Center. The event was orchestrated by the African Student Association as a way to celebrate cultures in Africa.

African cultures take center stage at ‘Taste of Africa’

November 11, 2019
Keynote speaker, Master Sergeant Amber Boyd, US Air Force, talks about normalizing tough conversations at the Suicide Awareness Summit on Friday. The event was coordinated by the Student Veterans Organization.

22 a day: SVO flags serve as reminder that Veterans Day is about more than parades

November 8, 2019
SVO president & US Marine Corps veteran Levi Schenk said that service members can be a little stubborn but that doesnt serve them well when it comes to suicide prevention. Schenk and other SVO members, including student-body VP Michael Bearth are behind the ongoing American flag campaign on campus which raises awareness for the roughly twenty-two US service members who kill themselves every day. The 16-day flag campaign finishes Monday which is Veterans day.

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Brandon Whipple speaks to local news reporters during his watch party on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Headshots Bar and Grill.

Whipple victorious in hard-fought mayoral contest

November 6, 2019
Brandon Whipple moves through the crowd during his mayoral watch party on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Headshots Bar and Grill.

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A group of about ten people marched in remembrance of Reyona Caldwell, who died from domestic violence on June 2, 2017. “She was a very sweet person. She was just always loving. She was a good person. She had a good heart.”

5th annual Purple Mile sheds light on domestic violence

October 14, 2019
Children, families and other participants walk the last stretch of the Purple Mile during the event on Saturday, Oct. 12, on Wichita States main campus. The Purple Mile event brings awareness of the effect of domestic violence.

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Students from The Coleman Middle School WorldChangers volunteer to lead the march through Wichita State’s campus as part of the Purple Mile. This was the 5th year that it took place on WSU’s campus and it’s grown every year, organizers said.

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T-shirts hang from a clothesline on campus. They represented and remembered people who have suffered from Domestic Violence.

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This clothesline was put up along the path of Purple Mile marchers Saturday. It showed messages from kids to abusers. Sometimes kids were speaking to their parents. This t-shirt read, “Dear Dad, Please Don’t Hurt Mom Anymore. It makes me very sad.”

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