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Courtney Brown

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor

Courtney Brown is the investigative news editor for The Sunflower. Brown previously worked as a reporter and assistant news editor.

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Matty Schrag poses for a photo on her first day of teaching in August. Photo courtesy of Matty Schrag

‘I have 17 kids’: 20-year-old teacher loves bonding with students

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
September 21, 2023
Chris Prout plays a competitive match of table tennis on Sept. 12. Prout is a second year player for the Wichita State team.

‘Lifelong sport’: Table tennis team embraces competition, community

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
September 14, 2023
The Shockers Vote Coalition aims to encourage students to vote and learn more about local candidates through its fall events and voter registration drives. In the past, they have distributed pins, stickers and informational flyers to the Wichita community.

Shockers Vote Coalition aims to educate students on voting, local candidates

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
September 11, 2023
Student Body President Iris Okere speaks to various people at Wichita State at the State of the Student Body on Sept. 6.

Student body president addresses organizations’ budget cuts, announces upcoming projects

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
September 6, 2023
Photo of the Okere Administration Should Resign flyer in Hubbard Hall on Sept. 6.

Okere administration impeachment petition circulates on campus, SGA president responds

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
September 6, 2023
Gabriel Fonseca, interim executive director of Student Engagement, poses with Valeria Paunetto, the director of legislative affairs and policy for SGA, at the photo booth on Aug. 30. The ODI open house event was hosted in the ODI office, on the second floor in the RSC.

Interim executive director of student engagement wants ODI to be ‘home away from home’

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 31, 2023
Wichita police officers sectioned off the area at the 3900 East 17th Street N apartment complex. Officers interviewed each tennant at the complex where the victim resided on the first floor.

Wichita woman found dead after domestic violence incident at apartment complex near Wichita State

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 26, 2023
Student Body President Iris Okere speaks to the Student Senate on Aug. 23.

Agency presidents could receive financial compensation

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 26, 2023
The Shocker Racing Formula SAE team speams to the Student Senate on Aug. 23 in hopes of recieving additional funding for their team. The team built cars for competitions.

‘Heartbreaking’: Several student organizations at risk due to lack of funding

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 25, 2023
Former Staff Senate President Denise Gimlin talks to newly installed President Jason Boschs at the meeting on June 20.

‘Cheerleader for the underdog’: Staff Senate president enjoys building relationship with students, faculty

Courtney Brown, News Editor
August 20, 2023
Faculty Senate President Jolynn Dowling and Staff Senate President Jason Bosch joke about their senates beating the other in the Stock the Shocker Support Locker Challenge. Dowling and Bosch spoke at the 2023 Faculty and Staff Fall Address on Aug. 16.

Wichita State to prioritize boosting economy, affordability

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 18, 2023
My Broken Language: A Memoir by Quiara Alegría Hudes.

‘Jumping between languages’: Common Read depicts navigating different cultures, changing careers

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 15, 2023
Stephen Patton, candidate for dean of university libraries, speaks to public forum attendees on Aug. 9.

Dean of libraries candidate encourages entrepreneurial mindset, lifelong learning

Courtney Brown, Investigative News Editor
August 10, 2023
Artist talk participants listen to employees at the Ulrich Museum of Art on July 19.

Day jobs and ‘chaos’: Artists talk creative processes

Courtney Brown, Reporter
July 20, 2023
Julie Rose Stroud speaks at a mayoral candidate forum held on July 17. The forum was hosted by The Wichita Beacon.

‘Fresh new figure’: Mayoral candidate prioritizes environmental safety, mental health

Courtney Brown, Reporter
July 13, 2023
Cropped gender neutral restroom map (part 2)

‘Time of need’: SGA, Spectrum partner to make gender-neutral bathrooms accessible

Courtney Brown, Reporter
July 5, 2023
Mia Dennett, a film major, speaks to a reporter on Trans Day of Visibility on March 31. Students walked out of their classes, holding signs and pride flags .

‘Preludes to more’: WSU students share concerns about anti-transgender legislation

Courtney Brown, Reporter,
July 3, 2023
Josh Saxe, Wichita-based computer scientist, discusses his work revolving around artificial intelligence at an artist talk at the Ulrich Museum of Art on June 15.

Local computer scientist raises moral, philosophical questions on AI

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
June 20, 2023
‘Person first, player second’: Baseball head coach hopes to cultivate relationships with baseball players, community

‘Person first, player second’: Baseball head coach hopes to cultivate relationships with baseball players, community

Courtney Brown, Reporter
June 10, 2023
Michele Valadez

Wichita State alum promotes entrepreneurship through pageant competitions

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
June 5, 2023
Following executive orders to appoint individuals to certain positions by Student Body President Iris Okere, senators discuss their thoughts on the appointments.

Concerns raised about conflict of interest in student government

Courtney Brown, Assistant News Editor, Reporter
May 30, 2023
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
Ngoc Vuong

‘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
Jesse Boroski - cropped

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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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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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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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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