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Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter

Brown is a first-year reporter and photographer for The Sunflower. Brown joined staff in Spring 2023.

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The nationwide Adderall shortage began toward the end of last year, but the stimulant medication is still in short supply, causing issues for those reliant on it.

‘It’s getting complicated’: Nationwide Adderall shortage impacts Wichita State students

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
May 23, 2023
With the rise of artificial intelligence, several stakeholders at Wichita State sat down to discuss the use of AI in higher education.

ChatGPT sparks conversation about campus usage

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
May 21, 2023
Senior Alyssa Pfeifer works on a project for her photography class. Pfeifer will graduate in December, and she will obtain a Bachelor of Media Arts with a concentration in filmmaking and a minor in graphic design.

‘I want to try everything’: Film major embraces opportunities at Wichita State and to come

Courtney Brown, Reporter
May 7, 2023
Marie Bukowski, a candidate for fine arts dean, presents her accomplishments from her time at Kent State University during a public forum for faculty, staff and students on May 3.

‘Natural synergy’: Finalist for fine arts dean’s goals align with WSU’s strategic plan

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
May 5, 2023
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‘Product of Wichita Public Schools’: Psychology student runs for Wichita school board, seeks to involve community

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
May 5, 2023
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Clinical psychology student runs for Wichita school board, prioritizes mental health curriculum

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
April 28, 2023
Kenna Green gave an emotional performance with her poem The Perspective of a Black Girl in Kansas. The vulnerable free verse was Greens first live poetry performance.

Poetry slam brings artists together

Courtney Brown, Reporter
April 14, 2023
The Cheerleading team cheers on the Shockers during the game on Feb. 2 against Houston at Charles Koch Arena.

Cheer team faces challenges as program recovers from pandemic, deals with lack of university support

Courtney Brown, Reporter
April 10, 2023
Drag Show MC AKeria Davenport, known for appearances on RuPauls Drag Race and Lizzos music video Juice, laughs with the crowd at the 13th Annual Drag Show. The Drag Show, unlike other years, restricted the show to those 18 and older.

Annual drag show imposes age restriction, students react

Courtney Brown, Reporter
April 5, 2023
Daniel Hoyt, an author and Kansas State professor, answers a students question. Hoyt gave a reading of his novel, This Book Is Not For You, on April 4.

Kansas State professor reads award-winning novel, shares writing advice

Courtney Brown, Reporter
April 5, 2023
Daniel Hoyt, an author and Kansas State professor, answers a students question. Hoyt gave a reading of his novel, This Book Is Not For You, on April 4.

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Daniel Hoyt, an author and Kansas State professor, answers a students question. Hoyt gave a reading of his novel, This Book Is Not For You, on April 4.

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Presidential candiate Zane Berry and vice president candidate laugh during a conversation prior to March 28s debate.

Student body president candidates discuss current issues at second debate

Courtney Brown, Reporter
March 29, 2023
After an initial phrase went all the way down the line in a Telephone game, the starting player came to the end of the line to demonstrate the word. All the players laughed after seeing the vast difference between start and finish.

Office of Disability Services hosts game night based in Deaf culture

Courtney Brown, Reporter
March 27, 2023
Laila Cure, an assistant professor in the industrial and manufacturing engineering department, talks about being a women in STEM.

Women in STEM share experiences, encourage students to network

Courtney Brown, Reporter
March 22, 2023
Presidential candidate Zane Berry and VP candidate Nicholas Harmon pose for a photo. Berry and Harmon launched their campaign in February.

Berry, Harmon presidential campaign aims to reduce government’s spending, respect student voices

Courtney Brown, Reporter
March 6, 2023
Graduate student Pavithra Santhosh writes a question on an index card. Students could submit questions anonymously to nurse practitioners on the Period Panel on March 2.

Student Activities Council hosts panel on menstruation despite controversy

Courtney Brown, Reporter
March 4, 2023
Tia Hill, the Student Activites Council, introduces expectations for the Period Panel. Hill moderated the panel, which educated students on menstruation on March 2.

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Jamie Kraisinger, senior director of WSU dining services, talks to students and staff at the RSC food forum on Feb. 23.

Rhatigan Student Center’s food forum sparks conversations on food options, service quality

Courtney Brown, Reporter
February 26, 2023
Noah Carter and Jonathan Stanger pose for a photo.

First in running: Carter, Stanger join race for student body president, aim to improve government’s accessibility and mission 

Courtney Brown, Reporter
February 21, 2023
Neurodiversity support group empowers and validates students’ experiences

Neurodiversity support group empowers and validates students’ experiences

Courtney Brown, Reporter
February 20, 2023
Elvira Crocker speaks to students in the Elliott School on Feb. 7. Crocker was inducted into the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame later that day.

‘Gutsy:’ Former journalist honored in College of LAS Hall of Fame ceremony

Courtney Brown, Reporter
February 9, 2023
Louis Sturns gives a speech at the induction ceremony for the Fairmount College Hall of Fame. Sturns was inducted on Feb. 7 for his accomplishments.

Retired judge visits alma mater to be inducted in Fairmount College Hall of Fame

Courtney Brown, Reporter
February 9, 2023
Elvira Valenzuela Crocker laughs at a joke that Louis Sturns made. Crocker and Sturns were inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame on Feb. 7.

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Elvira Valenzuela Crocker and Louis Sturns laugh at jokes they both made while speaking on a panel. Crocker and Sturns were inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame on Feb. 7.

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Elvira Valenzuela Crocker and Louis Sturns laugh at jokes they both made while speaking on a panel. Crocker and Sturns were inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame on Feb. 7.

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Richard Muma, Wichita State President, places his hand on Louis Sturns shoulder. Sturns was inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame on Feb. 7.

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Andrew Hippisley, Dean of Fairmount College, and Richard Muma, Wichita State president, recognize Louis Sturns (center) onstage. Sturns was inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame on Feb. 7.

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A student introduces herself in a game at the freshers party. The Indian Student Association hosted this event once a semester.

‘Go out of your comfort zone:’ Freshers Party gathers international students together

Courtney Brown, Reporter
January 28, 2023
A latecomer looks for a seat to listen to the presentation. The Indian Student Association hosts its fresher party once a semester, complete with guest speakers and games.

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Students laugh at the prompts the receive for an icebreaker. The Indian Student Association hosted games at the freshers part on Jan. 27.

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Sneha Tomy, the general secretary of the Indian Student Association, thanks the police officers for their participation at the freshers party. The officers gave a presentation on campus safety.

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Keerthi Venugopal Rekhee listens intently to a presentation at the freshers party. The Indian Student Association hosted several guest speakers, including WSU police officers and professors.

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M. Edwin Sawan, the interim director for the School of Computing, gives a short presentation at the Indian Student Associations fresher party. Sawan is originally from Egypt and was invited to give advice to the students. I would advise them with the same advice that I got when I was an international student....go out of your omfort zone, he said.

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Two students listen to a presentation at the freshers party. The Indian Student Association hosted several guest speakers, including WSU police officers and professors.

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A student introduces himself in a game at the freshers party. The Indian Student Association hosted this event once a semester.

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Sneha Tomy cheers at a students cultural display in a game. She is the general secretary of the Indian Student Association and helped organize the freshers party.

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A student raises his hand and brings it down to his knee, sending cheers throughout the audience. His clothes are a traditional Indian outfit, according to Perlekar Tamtam, the faculty advisor for the Indian Student Association.

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An audience member smiles as students participant in a game onstage. Participants had fun making jokes and displaying pride in their heritage at the Indian Student Associations freshers party.

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A student films participants in a game onstage. He was an attendee at the Indian Student Associations fresher party.

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A student in the Indian Student Association welcomes M. Edwin Sawan, a professor and guest speaker at the freshers party. Sawan is originally from Egypt and gave advice to the students who attended.

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