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Julia Nightengale, News Editor

Julia Nightengale is the news editor for the Sunflower.  This is her second year on staff, after attending Butler Community College and earning an Associate Degree in Mass Communication.  As a senior at WSU, she is majoring in social work with a minor in communications.  She enjoys writing a wide range of stories, including features and news stories.

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Cashier Maureen Coleman swipes a students meal card in the Shocker Dining Hall.

What students need to know about dining options on campus

September 23, 2021
Students marching from Shocker Hall to the University Police department as a part of their protest Friday. The protest was calling for immediate action from the university police department after alleged sexual assault on campus.

Students hold protest calling for immediate action from UPD following alleged sexual assault

September 17, 2021
Nursing sophomore Lindsay Dexter works with an embroidery machine in GoCreate on Sept. 15

GoCreate offering free memberships to students for a limited time

September 16, 2021
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Senator Jerry Moran visit campus to discuss new 777 passenger-to-freighter project

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Senator Jerry Moran visit campus to discuss new 777 passenger-to-freighter project

September 9, 2021
The media resources center

Media resources center: The hidden hero for faculty during COVID-19

August 27, 2021
Wichita State students pies two of the Black Student Union during their Pie a cabinet member event on Aug. 23.

Black Student Union holds series of events to welcome students back to campus

August 25, 2021
‘More hands, less work’: Community garden invites students to get involved

‘More hands, less work’: Community garden invites students to get involved

August 19, 2021
Brien Bolin, the Associate Dean of Student Success, discusses the steps a student should take when they have problems with a professor on Aug. 18, 2021.

Having troubles with a professor? Here’s what to do

August 18, 2021
President Rick Muma poses for a photo after helping this student load up their belongings to move into Shocker Hall at WSU on August 13

Move in with Muma: University President assists new freshman on move-in day

August 13, 2021
Julianna Meinecke, a sophomore at Wichita State, explains goals for this upcoming fall semester on Aug. 5 inside the Rhatigan Student Center.

Sophomores return to campus after a year of online learning, hoping for normalcy

August 12, 2021
Dr. Anthony Muscat, the new College of Engineering Dean, describes his plans for the university as he settles into his new position at Wichita State on July 29.

New College of Engineering Dean focuses on keeping students at the forefront

August 4, 2021
Marcie Young gets interviewed inside the Student Wellness Center on Thursday, July 29.

Classroom wellness study aims to help students feel connected and supported

July 30, 2021
Wichita State student Alice Fitzgerald, president of The Green Group, talks about the new recycling bins to be placed in the Flats and the Suites at WSU on July 21, 2021.

Green Group receives grant from Evergy for new recycling bins in Flats and Suites

July 25, 2021
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion works to bring inclusivity to campus. Their office is located on the second floor of the Rhatigan Student Center.

‘Be your full self’: ODI discusses creating a campus for LGBTQ students to thrive

July 7, 2021
An inside look at SGAs 64th session

An inside look at SGA’s 64th session

July 6, 2021
Screenshot of a video posted on SGAs Facebook page. Mandatory Title IX training for WSU students opens July 1st, 2021.

Mandatory Title IX training introduced to create a culture of safety

July 3, 2021
Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes located in the basement of Rhatigan Student Center

My top five favorite places to eat on campus

July 1, 2021
President of Sigma Lambda Beta Luis Banda discusses the Dreamers Scholarship during an interview with The Sunflower inside the Rhatigan Student Center June 17, 2021. The Dreamers Scholarship is a program tailored to provide financial support for DACA recipients and undocumented students at WSU.

Dreamers scholarship gives DACA recipients, undocumented students at WSU financial support

June 21, 2021
Tulips bloom by the WIchita State sign at the 17th Street entrance.

LEAD program aims to give students more accessibility to law school

June 18, 2021
courtesy photo

OPINION: Why TV shows should quit while they are ahead

June 9, 2021
Senior Noor Abdalla speaks during the vigil honoring Palestinians on May 30.

Candlelight vigil honors the Palestinian lives lost and encourages people to educate themselves

June 2, 2021
The panel discusses the use of plastics and how people can bring more sustainability to their lives.

Movement of plastics industry toward sustainability: panel discussion

May 3, 2021
Laura Lapp works for Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services. She spoke about how Chartwells is going green.

Laura Lapp discusses sustainability efforts in colleges across the country

April 26, 2021
New coordinator aims to provide student athletes a safe space to discuss mental health

New coordinator aims to provide student athletes a safe space to discuss mental health

April 25, 2021
Ulrich Virtual Series with Renée Stout reflects on what inspires her artwork

Ulrich Virtual Series with Renée Stout reflects on what inspires her artwork

April 16, 2021
OPINION: Dear WSU, can we please stop using Blackboard?

OPINION: Dear WSU, can we please stop using Blackboard?

April 16, 2021
Final Coffee and Conversation event of spring focuses on inclusion, embracing change

Final Coffee and Conversation event of spring focuses on inclusion, embracing change

April 16, 2021
Barton International Group

Barton International Group gives students the opportunity to work for local businesses in Wichita

April 10, 2021
David Perez sits in front of his passion, the organ. He is a graduate student looking for a life of playing the organ.

From Cuba to Wichita: Student brings his passion for the organ overseas

April 2, 2021
On Wednesday March 31 Wichita State hosted a virtual panel discussion titled “Speaking Freely on Freedoms of Expressions” discussing the right students have through the First Amendment to share their viewpoints without retaliation from the university.

Freedom of Expression Panel highlights what student should know about their First Amendment rights

April 1, 2021
Office for Student Money Management provides free financial assistance to students

Office for Student Money Management provides free financial assistance to students

March 29, 2021
Amira Coleman is a senior double majoring in music education with an emphasis on special education and vocal performance.

Music education major notes her passion for teaching music

March 26, 2021
African American Faculty and Staff Association creates a safe space for Black community members

African American Faculty and Staff Association creates a safe space for Black community members

March 17, 2021
Dr. Chandler Puritty hosted a virtual chat on March 10, that was about diversity and inclusion in the science field.

Dr. Chandler Puritty discusses diversity and inclusion in science

March 12, 2021
Angelique Banh is of the two winners for the women’s innovation award. Banh is a graduate student in business administration.

Wichita State student on path to create a sustainable clothing business

March 8, 2021
RanD Shine virtually preformed his magic for WSU students.

Ran-D Shine: Magician performs impossible tricks through a webcam

March 7, 2021
Courtesy Photo

‘Ned’s Declassified’: College edition

February 25, 2021
‘Whatever Happened to ‘Black Capitalism’: keynote speaker examines the past to find solutions for the present

‘Whatever Happened to ‘Black Capitalism’: keynote speaker examines the past to find solutions for the present

February 21, 2021
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.

Student Health Services taking steps to be a COVID-19 vaccine distribution site

February 20, 2021
Pee for Pizza event provides free STI testing and sexual education for students

Pee for Pizza event provides free STI testing and sexual education for students

February 17, 2021
Valentine’s Day 2021: Ways to express your love from six feet away

Valentine’s Day 2021: Ways to express your love from six feet away

February 10, 2021
Rhatigan Student Center parking garage file photo

OPINION: Students need a new parking fee option during the pandemic

February 2, 2021
Students from the College of Applied Studies compete against other colleges on Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 at Cessna Stadium.

What students can expect from in-person activities

February 2, 2021
‘Continuing the momentum:’ Upcoming engineering interim dean discusses his WSU career

‘Continuing the momentum:’ Upcoming engineering interim dean discusses his WSU career

January 2, 2021
WSU’s School of Computing introduced in the era of digital transformation

WSU’s School of Computing introduced in the era of digital transformation

December 15, 2020
Nightengale: What I’m thankful for during the pandemic

Nightengale: What I’m thankful for during the pandemic

November 26, 2020
Members of the Wichita State team work on their design for the NASA suits challenge.

WSU students design equipment that could be used in NASA’s next trip to the moon

November 22, 2020
Retiring communications professor reflects on his career achievements

Retiring communications professor reflects on his career achievements

November 20, 2020
A banner celebrating Wichita State Universitys 125th anniversary hangs on a university sign at 21st and Hillside. WSU is planning a number of events to mark the anniversary.

Voting open for tartan design to celebrate WSU’s 125th anniversary

November 11, 2020
Daria Moore, a freshman studying biological sciences and graphic design, draws using a laptop during the LGBT self-care event on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

OPINION: Zoom University – what professors need to change for the spring

November 9, 2020
Students from the ID 752 Prototyping course use cardboard boxes to build toasters for an activity.

Hacking for Defense course teaches students skills to solve national security challenges

November 3, 2020
Wichita State held a community voting event for WSU students and the surrounding areas on Oct. 22.

Early voting event at Charles Koch Arena sees positive turnout

October 25, 2020
Marietta Farm, located in Andover, has a corn pit, grass maze, inflatable bouncer, live animals, hay bale rides, games, and of course pumpkins for visitors to enjoy.

How to celebrate Halloween safely during COVID-19

October 24, 2020
Philosophy Chair Noell Birondo answers questions during an interview with The Sunflower on Wednesday, Oct. 14 behind Elliott Hall. Birondo teaches a Philosophy of Feminism class at Wichita State.

Male philosophy chair breaks feminism stereotypes

October 20, 2020
Fine Arts grad Lilian Tay walks off stage after getting recognized at the Spring 2020 Commencement.

Spring graduates finally recognized after five month delay

October 12, 2020
The Sunflower Soundtrack: Spooky Sounds

The Sunflower Soundtrack: Spooky Sounds

October 11, 2020
Students Ella Ihrig, Ella Perkins and Kamilah Gumbs help a WSU student register to vote during the Shockers Vote! Coalition tabling event outside the Rhatigan Student Center on Monday, Oct. 5.

‘I want them to be heard:’ Shockers Vote! Coalition aims to encourage young people to vote

October 5, 2020
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion held the Latinx or nah virtual panel Tuesday.

“Latinx or Nah” virtual panel discusses the new gender neutral term

October 2, 2020
Kelsey Shingler poses for a photo sitting in a meditation position.

Staying grounded: CAPS staff member discusses the power of mindfulness

September 30, 2020
Online classes are a common class choice during summer.

‘Cyber attacks are constant:’ experts discuss the recent increase of computer dangers

September 29, 2020
OPINION: “Cuties” on Netflix misses the mark

OPINION: “Cuties” on Netflix misses the mark

September 25, 2020
Junior Wambi Moenga is in her second year as the Resident Assistant at The Flats. Moenga majors in criminal justice and japanese.

Resident Assistants aim to face new challenges with positivity

September 20, 2020
‘Everything has changed:’ WSU CAPS Wellness Director discusses COVID-19 effects on mental health

‘Everything has changed:’ WSU CAPS Wellness Director discusses COVID-19 effects on mental health

September 14, 2020
WSU offering buyouts for faculty 62 and older

WSU offering buyouts for faculty 62 and older

September 4, 2020
Peace in the pandemic: Professor fights stress with yoga

Peace in the pandemic: Professor fights stress with yoga

September 1, 2020
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion held a facebook live virtual panel for Womens Equality Day Wednesday.

Women’s Equality Day virtual panel discusses the future of women in leadership roles

August 28, 2020
A Wichita State nursing student practices a demonstration by cleaning and bandaging a mannequin on Thursday inside Ahlberg Hall. These life-like mannequins help nursing students to picture what their future careers might look like.

WSU Health Professions students adapt to hybrid and online learning

August 27, 2020
Sophomore Pedro Cupertino studies in the Ablah Library. While masks and social distancing are required at the library, staff are working to provide students with the resources they need.

Here’s what students can expect at Ablah Library this semester

August 17, 2020
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