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Monique Bever

Monique Bever, Reporter

Monique Bever is a first-year reporter and photographer. She is a freshman majoring in philosophy. Monique has lived in Wichita for most of her life. She loves film, fashion, and her cat.

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Iranian Student Association officers huddle together for a photo at their Nowruz event. The celebration of Nowruz, or Persian New Year, was held at the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex on March 16.

Iranian Student Association brings second home to Iranian students in Wichita

Monique Bever, Reporter
April 15, 2024
Students observe the solar eclipse on April 8 using glasses and a telescope on the south side of Jabara Hall. Wichitans saw a partial solar eclipse, with 87.7% of the sun obscured by the moon.

PHOTOS: Solar eclipse at WSU

Monique Bever and MJ Ortillo
April 8, 2024
Students observe the solar eclipse on April 8 using glasses on the south side of Jabara Hall. Wichitans saw a partial solar eclipse, with 87.7% of the sun obscured by the moon.

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Physics professors Mathew Muether and Jason Ferguson set up telescope on lawn of Jabara Hall for observers to see the solar eclipse on April 8.

[Photo] Blinded by beauty: Solar eclipse passes over campus

April 11, 2024
Engineering student Brett Sirkel views the solar eclipse through a welding mask on the Jabara Hall lawn.

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A student peers at the solar eclipse on the south side of Jabara Hall. Wichitans saw a partial solar eclipse, with 87.7% of the sun obscured by the moon.

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Roaa Alwazani stands in line for food at the ODI Iftar Night on March 28. The event was meant to share the meaning of Ramadan with students, Muslim and non-Muslim alike, while enjoying halal dishes.

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Students grab food at the Office of Diversity and Inclusions Iftar Night on March 28. Iftar is the fast-breaking meal eaten at sunset during Ramadan. Spring rolls, tandoori chicken kebabs and basmati rice were available.

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Wichitans follow contemporary dance director Mina Estrada in movement as they participate in her Dancing Docents event at the Ulrich Museum.

PHOTOS: Dancing Docents with Mina Estrada

Monique Bever, Photographer
March 26, 2024
Wichitans follow contemporary dance director Mina Estrada in movement as they participate in her Dancing Docents event at the Ulrich Museum.

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Wichitans follow contemporary dance director Mina Estrada in movement as they participate in her Dancing Docents event at the Ulrich Museum.

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Wichitans follow contemporary dance director Mina Estrada in movement as they participate in her Dancing Docents event at the Ulrich Museum.

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Contemporary dance director Mina Estrada leads a group in movement as she improvises a dance based on artwork for her Dancing Docents event. Dancing Docents was held in the Polk/Wilson Gallery of the Ulrich Museum and was free to the public.

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Contemporary dance director Mina Estrada leads a group in movement as she improvises a dance based on artwork for her Dancing Docents event. Dancing Docents was held in the Polk/Wilson Gallery of the Ulrich Museum and was free to the public.

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Jefferson Godard, ShiftSpace Gallery Manager

‘Makes me work even harder’: Art curator brings fresh perspective to art students

Monique Bever, Reporter
March 24, 2024
Charis Weldon leads her Tuesday night Zumba dance. Weldon said she hopes to create a welcoming environment in the class even for those new to the gym.

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Charis Weldon leads her Tuesday night Zumba dance. Weldon said she hopes to create a welcoming environment in the class even for those new to the gym.

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Charis Weldon leads her Tuesday night Zumba dance. Weldon said she hopes to create a welcoming environment in the class even for those new to the gym.

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Renae Richmond performs Mermaid Outta Me at Wichita States production of Peter and the Starcatcher. The play showed at Wilner Auditorium from Feb. 29 to March 3.

PHOTOS: Peter and the Starcatcher

Monique Bever, Photographer
March 5, 2024
Mystic Ross poses for photo writing in notebook on Feb 22. Ross is a creative writing student at Wichita State. She hosts and performs for open-mic poetry nights across the city.

‘Comfort in the words’: Poet Mystic Ross shares magic of writing

Monique Bever, Reporter
March 5, 2024
Photo courtesy of Working Title Films

REVIEW: ‘Drive-Away Dolls’ is the sapphic fever dream of the year

Monique Bever, Reporter
March 1, 2024
Angela Linder speaks to customers at the Black Wall Street Makers Market on Feb. 21. The Makers Market was intended to showcase Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.

[Photo] Makers Market highlights Black-owned businesses

February 27, 2024
Earrings sold by Delyza J Jewelry on display at the Black Wall Street Makers Market on Feb. 21. The market was dedicated to showcasing Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the community.

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Earrings sold by Delyza J Jewelry on display at the Black Wall Street Makers Market on Feb. 21. The market was dedicated to showcasing Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the community.

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Earrings sold by Delyza J Jewelry on display at the Black Wall Street Makers Market on Feb. 21. The market was dedicated to showcasing Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the community.

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Custom jewelry by Daphne Lynch on display at the Black Wall Street Makers Market on Feb. 21. Lynchs business is called Let’s Get It Girl Boutique, which features a variety clothing, jewelry and accessory options.

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Ellen Mosiman and Dustin Youngman pose for a photo at Fairmount Coffee Co. Mosiman and Youngman were graphic design majors at Wichita State and have continued working in the industry. The two got married in July of 2023.

WSU graphic design alumni find love, collaboration after graduation

Monique Bever, Reporter
February 14, 2024
Ellen Mosiman and Dustin Youngman pose for a photo at Fairmount Coffee Co. Mosiman and Youngman were graphic design majors at Wichita State and have continued working in the industry.

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Pamela ONeal responds to an interview question for The Sunflowers podcast. ONeal is the associate director of student engagement for the Office of Online and Adult Learning.

[Photo] Sunflower Spotlight: Associate director of Office of Online and Adult Learning discusses passion for helping adult learners 

February 18, 2024
Pamela ONeal responds to an interview question for The Sunflowers podcast. ONeal is the associate director of student engagement for the Office of Online and Adult Learning.

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Gary Bender gives a speech at the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame induction on Feb. 6 in Wiedemann Hall. Bender graduated from Wichita State in 1962 with a degree in Speech. Bender came to prominence for his work in CBS sportscasting.

[Photo] ‘I’m a blessed man’: Former sports broadcaster recalls passion for life through work

Melanie Rivera-Cortez, Sports Editor
February 8, 2024
Palestinian embroidery on display at Tatreez Night on Feb. 2. Students for Justice in Palestine Wichita State University and the Arab Student Association hosted Tatreez Night to educate students about tatreez, a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Attendees were encouraged to participate and stitch a tatreez project themselves.

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Palestinian embroidery on display at Tatreez Night on Feb. 2. Students for Justice in Palestine Wichita State University and the Arab Student Association hosted Tatreez Night to educate students about tatreez, a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Attendees were encouraged to participate and stitch a tatreez project themselves.

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Palestinian embroidery on display at Tatreez Night on Feb. 2. Students for Justice in Palestine Wichita State University and the Arab Student Association hosted Tatreez Night to educate students about tatreez, a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Attendees were encouraged to participate and stitch a tatreez project themselves.

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Palestinian embroidery on display at Tatreez Night on Feb. 2. Students for Justice in Palestine Wichita State University and the Arab Student Association hosted Tatreez Night to educate students about tatreez, a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Attendees were encouraged to participate and stitch a tatreez project themselves.

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Palestinian embroidery on display at Tatreez Night on Feb. 2. Students for Justice in Palestine Wichita State University and the Arab Student Association hosted Tatreez Night to educate students about tatreez, a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Attendees were encouraged to participate and stitch a tatreez project themselves.

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Trevor Mckeown and Kendah Ballout follow instructions as they stitch at the Tatreez Night event on Feb. 2. Tatreez is a form of traditional Palestinian embroidery passed down through generations. Tatreez Night was intended to educate on the art form and its significance in Palestinian culture.

[Photo] Tatreez Night fosters appreciation of Palestinian culture

February 5, 2024
A group of students dance at the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

PHOTOS: Third Annual Fairmount Formal

Monique Bever, Photographer
February 4, 2024
Students pose for photos in the photo booth during the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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A student dances to Crank That (Soulja Boy) at the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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A student enters dance circle at Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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Dipak Dangi dances in the dance circle at Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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Students dance together in a dance circle at Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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Students dance together in a dance circle at Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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A couple dances together at the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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A student socializes at the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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DJ Magnum prepares for the Fairmount Formal Event on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was in the Beggs ballroom.

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Students do the macarena dance at the Fairmount Formal on Feb 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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Two students in shark costumes adorned with hats and ties dance at the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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Students pose for photos in the photo booth during the Fairmount Formal on Feb. 2. The annual Fairmount Formal, hosted by the Student Activities Council, was held in Beggs Ballroom and had music, a dance floor, refreshments, and a photo booth for students to enjoy.

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WSU Storm Trackers founding member Tristan Schwien poses for a photo while looking at the sky. Growing up in Kansas, Schwien had been interested in meteorology from a young age. He started the group to build a community with other students interested in weather.

[Photo] Get wind of this: WSU Storm Trackers looks to gain members, become registered student organization

February 1, 2024
WSU Storm Trackers founding member Tristan Schwien poses for a photo while looking at the sky. Growing up in Kansas, Schwien had been interested in meteorology from a young age. He started the group to build a community with other students interested in weather.

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WSU Storm Trackers founding member Tristan Schwien poses for a photo while looking at the sky. Growing up in Kansas, Schwien had been interested in meteorology from a young age. He started the group to build a community with other students interested in weather.

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WSU Storm Trackers founding member Tristan Schwien poses for a photo while looking at the sky. Growing up in Kansas, Schwien had been interested in meteorology from a young age. He started the group to build a community with other students interested in weather.

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Exercise science major Landon Moore recovers from a workout at rowing team practice. The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer rowing machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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Chemistry pre-med major Landon Stark uses an ergometer machine at a rowing team practice. Practice throughout the week is split between strength and conditioning and the ergometer machine.

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Wichita State rowing team coach Calvin Cupp instructs the team as they use the ergometer machine at practice. The rowing team practices on the ergometer machine on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning the rest of the week.

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Wichita State rowing team coach Calvin Cupp instructs the team as they use the ergometer machine at practice. The rowing team practices on the ergometer machine on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning the rest of the week.

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Wichita State rowing team coach Calvin Cupp instructs the team as they use the ergometer machine at practice. The rowing team practices on the ergometer machine on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning the rest of the week.

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Wichita State rowing team coach Calvin Cupp instructs the team as they use the ergometer machine at practice. The rowing team practices on the ergometer machine on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning the rest of the week.

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Biomedical engineering major Makenzie Amphone uses an ergometer machine with rowing teammates at practice. The Wichita State rowing team uses the ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Heskett Center gymnasium in preparation for their spring season.

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Industrial engineering student Jaeza Robertson exercises on the ergometer machine for rowing team practice. The Wichita State rowing team practices on the ergometer machine on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Heskett Center.

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Biomedical engineering major Makenzie Amphone uses an ergometer machine with rowing teammates at practice. The Wichita State rowing team uses the ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Heskett Center gymnasium in preparation for their spring season.

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Tyler Troyer and Emilio Veana use ergometer machines during rowing team practice. The Wichita State practices on ergometer ,achines in preparation for their spring season in the Heskett Center gymnasium.

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The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer machines in the Heskett Center gymnasium. The rowing team uses ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays in preperation for their spring season.

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Maureen Wetta and Vivian Baughman use ergometer machines during rowing team practice. The Wichita State practices on ergometer machines in preparation for their spring season in the Heskett Center gymnasium.

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Tyler Troyer and Emilio Veana use ergometer machines during rowing team practice. The Wichita State practices on ergometer ,achines in preparation for their spring season in the Heskett Center gymnasium.

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The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer machines in the Heskett Center gymnasium. The rowing team uses ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays in preperation for their spring season.

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Filmmaking major Jayden Rivas uses an ergometer machine at rowing team practice in the Heskett Center gymnasium. The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning for the rest of the week in preparation for their spring season.

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Filmmaking major Jayden Rivas uses an ergometer machine at rowing team practice in the Heskett Center gymnasium. The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning for the rest of the week in preparation for their spring season.

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Economics and international business ,ajor Gonzalo Campos uses an ergometer machine at rowing team practice in the Heskett Center gymnasium. The Wichita State rowing team practices on ergometer machines on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does strength and conditioning for the rest of the week in preparation for their spring season.

[Photo] Shocker Rowing embraces their past, present, future

February 14, 2024
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