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Jacinda Hall

Jacinda Hall, Reporter

Jacinda Hall is a second-year reporter for The Sunflower. Hall is a sophomore majoring in communications with an emphasis in journalism and minoring in English and literature. Her favorite quote is by Kurt Cobain: “I’d rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not.”

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Both Chobani and Almond Breezes nogs are a plant-based alternative to the egg-based classic.

REVIEW: Oat and Almond Nog bring plant-based holiday joy

November 27, 2022
Junior point gaurd DJ McCarty drives to the basket against Missouri Southern in an exhibition game on Nov. 1 in Charles Koch Arena. MCartys averaged a career-high 8.1 points.

DJ McCarty ready to go on and off the court

November 8, 2022
The Vietnamese Student Organization partnered with Kung Fu Tea to bring in guests to Interfest.

Interfest brings tradition in the form of cuisine for Diversity Week

November 3, 2022
WSU and WSU Tech are two separate institutions with a similar mission.

What’s the difference?: Admins break down the differences between WSU Tech and Wichita State University

October 20, 2022
Slipknots long-awaited album combined a steady mix of fast and slow beats.

REVIEW: ‘The End, So Far’ does not mean the end of Slipknot as they return with a new album

October 20, 2022
The Starbucks in Braeburn Square usually offers more of a quiet atmosphere to students.

REVIEW: Campus coffee shops offer a great study space

October 9, 2022
Cargill Cafe is Wichita States newest on-campus coffee shop located inside Woolsey Hall. Cargill Cafe officially opened on Sep. 26.

REVIEW: Cargill Cafe brings Reverie Roasters to Woolsey Hall

September 29, 2022
Cargill Cafe is Wichita States newest on-campus coffee shop located inside Woolsey Hall. Cargill Cafe officially opened on Sep. 26.

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Ulrich Museum of Art Curator, Ksenya Gurshtien, speaks to attendees about the Myths of the West Fall exhibition at Curator Talk on Sept. 20.

Ksenya Gurshtein brings the conversation of Native American identity to Curator Talk

September 22, 2022
Michelle Rivera, senior, and Micaia Palacios, exchange student, play a game of BINGO at the Transfer Social on Sept. 19.

Connected: Transfer Social brings transfer students together 

September 20, 2022
Michelle Rivera, senior, and Micaia Palacios, exchange student, play a game of BINGO at the Transfer Social on Sept. 19.

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Michelle Rivera, senior, and Micaia Palacios, exchange student, play a game of BINGO at the Transfer Social on Sept. 19.

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Student Advocacy Assistant and transfer student, Sophie Martins, speaks to students in attendance at the Transfer Social on Sept. 19.

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Author Jason Allen signs a book for an attendee at Writing Now, Reading Now at the Ulrich Museum of Art on Sept. 14.

Creative writing professor talks about his passion at Writing Now, Reading Now

September 19, 2022
Senior, Thinh Huynh and Grad student, Skyy Freeman answer a students question about the Community Service Board at the Mini Wellness Fair on Sept. 14.

[PHOTO] Mini Wellness Fair shows student health services provided on campus

September 17, 2022
The entrance of the Shocker Dining Hall on Sept. 12. Recently, Wichita State introduced a Shockers dining app / Jacinda Hall

OPINION: WSU Dining Services needs to promote the Dine On Campus app

September 16, 2022
Courtesy of Kwame Onwuachi

Ulrich Museum hosts book signing with author Kwame Onwuachi

September 15, 2022
Going Electric: Graduate student interns at Tesla Motors

Going Electric: Graduate student interns at Tesla Motors

September 7, 2022
Photo courtesy of Starbucks

REVIEW: Starbucks brings out fall drinks with a price increase

September 7, 2022
Members of the SGA Senate clap before the adjournment of the Aug. 31 meeting.

SGA members break down how the association operates

September 2, 2022
Director and Professor of Graphic Design Jeff Pulaski (middle right) attended the event among other WSU students, staff and alumni.

Students and alumni attend the Ulrich Fall Exhibition opening

August 30, 2022
Mark Walsh, a mathmatics lecturer at Maynooth University, delivers a lecture series at Jabara Hall on Aug. 26. The lecture was titled The space of positive scalar curvature metrics on a manifold with singularities.

Crossing Borders: Former WSU professor comes back to Wichita from Ireland

August 27, 2022
Ryan Walter, mechanical engineering major

Keeping the wheels turning: Engineering senior interns at Koch-Glitsch over the summer

August 24, 2022
BRKFST & CO serves large portion breakfast items for students in the RSC.

REVIEW: BRKFST & CO brings breakfast to the RSC

August 22, 2022
Courtesy of Paramount+

REVIEW: MTV’s cartoon duo return to the silver screen with ‘Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe’

August 9, 2022
Scooters new Malted Mocha Latte

REVIEW: Scooters brings 1950s diner nostalgia with their new Malted Mocha Latte

July 18, 2022
Wicked Brew Tours 2022 passport

Find out what’s brewing in Wichita: The Wicked Brew Tour returns

July 18, 2022
REVIEW: Minions: Rise of Gru gives background to the evil Gru we know

REVIEW: Minions: Rise of Gru gives background to the evil Gru we know

July 13, 2022
REVIEW: Lightyear movie sets the stage for new generations to learn about ‘Toy Story’

REVIEW: Lightyear movie sets the stage for new generations to learn about ‘Toy Story’

July 11, 2022
The Pineapple Passionfruit Refresher

REVIEW: Starbucks welcomes you to paradise with two new fruity drinks

June 29, 2022
Slipknot at INTRUST Bank Arena on March 19, 2022

Stay safe and rock on: Safety tips for your next concert

June 23, 2022
OPINION: Stop with the snide remarks about journalists

OPINION: Stop with the snide remarks about journalists

June 15, 2022
Summer sowing: Plants to grow during the summer in Kansas

Summer sowing: Plants to grow during the summer in Kansas

June 9, 2022
REVIEW: Halestorm rises with ‘Back From the Dead’

REVIEW: Halestorm rises with ‘Back From the Dead’

June 8, 2022
REVIEW: Starbucks’ new chocolate cream cold brew

REVIEW: Starbucks’ new chocolate cream cold brew

June 5, 2022
Starbucks rewarding customers with discount if they bring reusable cups

Starbucks rewarding customers with discount if they bring reusable cups

May 12, 2022
Micah Self, senior, studying in the Honors College lounge.

Engineering graduate plans on taking knowledge abroad to Germany

May 11, 2022
The Ulrich Museum of Art welcomed California-based printmaking and narrative artist, Jos Sances on April 26.

Artist couple speak about political issues and social inequality

April 29, 2022
Linda Farha and Joshua Mallard planting at the Community Garden Event on April 22, 2022.

‘I love to see things grow:’ Community garden event for Earth Day brings community volunteers

April 27, 2022
Koki Murakami (L) and Alex Limon (R) write Haikus at a Japanese Culture Association meeting on April 15, 2022 at the Rhatigan Student Center.

Japanese Culture Association teaches students about Japanese history and culture

April 26, 2022
REVIEW: Red Hot Chili Peppers’ ‘Unlimited Love’ brings back their signature style we’ve been waiting for, and then some

REVIEW: Red Hot Chili Peppers’ ‘Unlimited Love’ brings back their signature style we’ve been waiting for, and then some

April 22, 2022
Biology majors Ashley Dinh and Cam Ta laugh together during the Boba Social on April 8. The event was open to all students and allowed them a free boba drink.

ODI kicks off InspirASIAN month with Boba Social

April 13, 2022
Artist Annabel Daou speaks at the Ulrich Museum of Art, Apr. 5th 2022. Daou is known for her use of language, poetry, and history to create messages people can learn from in everyday life.

Lebanese-American artist, Annabel Daou talks current events and DECLARATION sound installation with current exhibition

April 6, 2022
REVIEW: How Disney Pixar’s “Turning Red” is hilarious yet relatable despite recent controversy

REVIEW: How Disney Pixar’s “Turning Red” is hilarious yet relatable despite recent controversy

April 1, 2022
Starbucks features their nutty spring drink the Pistachio latte, able to be made hot, iced or blended, and with milk substitutes.

REVIEW: Drink of the week – Pistachio Oat milk Frappuccino with sweet cream cold foam

March 14, 2022
Brett Foraker pours the Milk to make the coffee at Fairmount Coffee Company on Mar 8th.

OPINION: Local coffee shops should stop up charging for dairy alternatives

March 11, 2022
Artist Ann Resnick (Right) speaks to guests about her works and the inspiration behind them, Mar. 8th, 2022 at the Ulrich Museum.

Wichita-based artist, Ann Resnick, talks love and loss with current exhibition

March 10, 2022
OPINION: The Problem with Shein and Fast Fashion Crochet

OPINION: The Problem with Shein and Fast Fashion Crochet

March 6, 2022
After revealing that Kansas had been named 2021 Governors Cup Winner, Governor Laura Kelly continues to talk about the changes and developments her administration is responsible for.

Kansas awarded first ever Governor’s cup, other economic development awards

March 3, 2022
Ways to be sustainable in college

Ways to be sustainable in college

February 25, 2022
Knitting is a fun hobby to also use to help start avoiding fast fashion

Ultimate guide to Knitting and Crocheting

February 22, 2022
Voices from the Vault featured artist Lesley Dill on Feb. 15th.

New York artist speaks at Voices from the Vault

February 22, 2022
Five-year Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan put in place to help diversify campus

Five-year Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan put in place to help diversify campus

February 14, 2022
St. Anthonys Lion and Dragon Dance team performs at the Lunar New Year: Year of The Tiger Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 1st, 2022.

Lunar New Year event provides cultural education and activities

February 2, 2022
Best coffee shops in Wichita for a coffee or cozy study area

Best coffee shops in Wichita for a coffee or cozy study area

February 1, 2022
OPINION: Allowing 18 year olds to be substitute teachers is not the way to go

OPINION: Allowing 18 year olds to be substitute teachers is not the way to go

January 29, 2022
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