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Madeline Deabler poses outside in Herman Hill Park.

Madeline Deabler, Former advertising manager

Madeline Deabler was the advertising manager for The Sunflower. Deabler double majored in journalism and graphic design. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Deabler and her family moved to Wichita in 2007 after her father got a new job as a journalism teacher for Goddard Public Schools. Growing up with him as a father is one of the main reasons why Deabler decided to pursue an education in journalism.

 

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Senior Gus Okafor attempts a jumpshot at Shocker Madness on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

PHOTOS: Shocker Madness

Rachel Rudisill and Madeline Deabler
October 28, 2022
Madeline Deabler poses outside in Herman Hill Park.

Farewell from Deabler: For all the people who have changed my life at Wichita State…

Madeline Deabler, Advertising Manager
May 9, 2020
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[Photo] Writing the wrong: Calvin Coolidge highlights star-studded cast of SGA write-in candidates

Austin May, Opinion Editor
April 4, 2019
Graphic by Madeline Deabler

[Photo] In their words: Brinkley accusers speak at SGA meeting

February 15, 2019
Graphic by Madeline Deabler

[Photo] Behind the scenes at Tillie’s Flower Shop

Audrey Korte, Reporter
February 14, 2019
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[Photo] Paying Republican operatives’ company millions an unacceptable lapse in ethics for WSU

January 27, 2019
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The Equal Rights Amendment has been ratified by 37 states — one short of the three fourths majority needed to become part of the United States Constitution. Virginia is currently voting on a proposal to ratify the ERA.

[Photo] Korte: 98 years after its introduction, ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment is long overdue

January 15, 2019
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[Photo] Day in the Life Guide

January 7, 2019
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[Photo] No excuses: Demand respect for the college vote

Sunflower staff
November 1, 2018
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[Photo] Clash of the candies: top 5 Halloween treats

October 29, 2018
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[Photo] Sunflower Selections 3: Spookflower Tunes

October 29, 2018
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[Photo] Advance ballot applications due Oct. 30 in Kansas

October 24, 2018
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[Photo] High-flying propaganda invasion hits WSU campus

Marshall Sunner, Columnist
October 24, 2018
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[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Joker’ isn’t funny

October 8, 2019
I should laugh, but I cry: Analyzing the Joker’s new look

I should laugh, but I cry: Analyzing the Joker’s new look

Madeline Deabler, Visual Managing Editor
October 7, 2018
They’re less than 3 percent of the student organization population. But fraternities have about half of all organization-based conduct violations.

[Photo] Fraternities: 3 percent of the student organization population. Half of organization-based conduct violations.

Andrew Linnabary, Digital Managing Editor
August 29, 2018
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KVFW Frequency 100.5 FM The Flight went live to the greater central Kansas region this December.

[Photo] Cooper: The Flight 100.5 Offers Glint of Rock Radio Hope

April 11, 2018
The Student Fees committee has recommended that the WSU Rowing Team receive $237,899 in student fees money.

[Photo] Pflugradt: Rowing draws big money. Why?

March 15, 2018
Looking for a drink during March Madness. Here's your guide for Shocker land.

[Photo] Local's guide to Downtown Wichita

March 12, 2018
Food critic Matt Cooper lists his food recommendations for anyone in Wichita for March Madness.

[Photo] Top 10 Wichita Restaurants for March Madness

March 12, 2018
NEWstudent fee recommendations

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Sunflower FY 2019 Proposed Budget

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[Photo] How threats to The Sunflower's funding have closely followed coverage of the university, Innovation Campus

February 26, 2018
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[Photo] 'Black Panther' breaks boundaries

February 21, 2018
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[Photo] ‘Black Panther’ breaks boundaries

Matthew Garner, Film Critic
February 21, 2018
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[Photo] 10 things you should know about Koch family-funded private school coming to Wichita State

Chance Swaim, Editor in Chief
February 8, 2018
Editorial Cartoon: Feeding the pipeline

Editorial Cartoon: Feeding the pipeline

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
February 4, 2018
The New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles will face off in Super Bowl LII.

[Photo] Crow: Fly, Nick Foles, Fly

February 1, 2018
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[Photo] I, Tonya: witty cast coasts through the film

Matthew Garner, Film Critic
January 24, 2018
Editorial Cartoon: WHAT THE 'BUCKS?

Editorial Cartoon: WHAT THE ‘BUCKS?

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
January 22, 2018
Attendees gather together to light candles at Hasan Rahman's memorial.

‘I can’t imagine life without him’: Friends of Hasan Rahman gather at memorial

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor
December 4, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: Bardo gives tour of campus to members of KBOR

Editorial Cartoon: Bardo gives tour of campus to members of KBOR

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor
November 16, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: Bardo's red rocket

Editorial Cartoon: Bardo’s red rocket

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor
November 1, 2017
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[Photo] Interns acted as designated drivers for state rep, WSU lecturer in capital

Matthew Kelly, Copy Chief
November 1, 2017
Instructor Megan St. Clair films Anna Blankenship as she acts out a creepy scene in an abandoned bathroom for St. Clair's art piece. When filming the video, both St. Clair and Blankenship along with Hugo Zelada-Romero would use strobe lights, different masks and other props to create a creepy atmosphere.

Tales of a ghost-hunting instructor

Madeline Deabler, Reporter
October 31, 2017
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[Photo] Too old for trick-or-treating? Here's some alternatives

October 29, 2017
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[Photo] 13 things to do on Friday the 13th

Kylie Cameron
October 13, 2017
According to documents obtained through the Kansas Open Records Act, WSU paid Husch Blackwell, a Kansas City, Missouri-based law firm, two separate payments in late spring for services rendered, document production, and travel expenses between Feb. 1 and March 24.

[Photo] Speaking out: Wichita State paid KC law firm to investigate Shepard

Chance Swaim, Editor in Chief
October 9, 2017
The cult-classic “Rocky Horror Picture Show” has had an intense following since its release in 1975.

[Photo] Beer, musicals, films to fill your October calendar

Marissa Campbell, Arts and Culture Editor
October 4, 2017
Bardo previews a seductive pose for future Bardo Life Drawing badge course students.

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[Photo] Sale of beer approved for events at Koch and Wilkins

September 20, 2017
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[Photo] Volleyball roster released

Matthew Crow, Sports Editor
September 14, 2017
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[Photo] Inconsistency surrounds alcohol policy at The Flats

Ray Strunk, Reporter
September 13, 2017
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[Photo] Terrifying and fascinating, 'IT' doesn't belong in The Loser's Club

September 13, 2017
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[Photo] Terrifying and fascinating, ‘IT’ doesn’t belong in The Loser’s Club

Matthew Garner, Film Critic
September 13, 2017
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[Photo] Stop letting the cable companies screw you

September 14, 2017
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[Photo] Response: Concerning free expression and a bulletproof vest

September 7, 2017
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[Photo] Stuff blows up, people die, jokes are made, ‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ misses mark

Matthew Garner, Film Critic
September 7, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: Bardo Locked, Cocked, and Loaded

Editorial Cartoon: Bardo Locked, Cocked, and Loaded

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
August 28, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: President Bardo searches for The Sunflower's Medallion

Editorial Cartoon: President Bardo searches for The Sunflower’s Medallion

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
August 26, 2017
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[Photo] Tour de Wichita

Marissa Campbell, Culture Editor
August 11, 2017
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[Photo] Reverie roasts Starbucks in coffee survey

Nicole Byrne, Digital Editor
August 9, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: Library going the way of Fairmount Towers?

Editorial Cartoon: Library going the way of Fairmount Towers?

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
July 28, 2017
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Editorial Cartoon: Hungate-gate

Editorial Cartoon: Hungate-gate

Madeline Deabler, Cartoonist
July 23, 2017
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[Photo] Student Body President Hungate’s parents subject of alleged racial incident directed at former Student Body President Shepard

Chance Swaim, Jenna Farhat, and Evan Pflugradt
May 5, 2017
Photo illustration detailing payments made to Wichita State employees who left their positions last school year.

[Photo] PAID TO LEAVE

Jenna Farhat, Managing Editor
June 6, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: President Bardo hears about the Y coming to Innovation Campus

Editorial Cartoon: President Bardo hears about the Y coming to Innovation Campus

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor
May 5, 2017
Editorial Cartoon: Wichita State administration responds to call for transparency

Editorial Cartoon: Wichita State administration responds to call for transparency

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor
March 31, 2017
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[Photo] Why transparency matters

Editorial Board
March 30, 2017
The top of student affairs has been ever-changing since Vice President Wade Robinson's contract was not renewed in the summer of 2015.

[Photo] The Revolving Door

Chance Swaim, News Editor
March 30, 2017

Spektrum Muzik offers something for all music lovers

Madeline Deabler, Design Editor, Reporter
December 11, 2016
Student chases photography dreams to Big Apple

Student chases photography dreams to Big Apple

Madeline Deabler
September 23, 2016
Pictured: the pressure cooker bomb that was set to go off near FIT.

Former WSU student experiences horror of NYC bomb explosion first-hand

Madeline Deabler
September 22, 2016
Pictured: One of Jacob Hoggatt's blacksmithing works. 

Student brings back age-old profession in new way

Madeline Deabler
September 22, 2016
Participants give high-fives to children impacted by the Children’s Miracle Network on Saturday afternoon at Charles Koch Arena. Shockerthon is a 12-hour event in which participants stand the entire time and collect money for the program which aids children with disabilities. 

Community members ‘stand for kids who can’t’

Madeline Deabler
April 19, 2016

Hugo Wall School’s new director has academic, practitioner experience

Madeline Deabler
April 6, 2016

Students swap T-Shirts

Madeline Deabler
April 1, 2016

Woman’s Association collecting scholarship donations

Madeline Deabler
March 10, 2016

Army veteran leads seminar on challenges of student veterans

Madeline Deabler
February 29, 2016
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