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Sophomore guard Melvion Flanagan runs back to play defense against Longwood. Flanagan scored a career-high 14 points.

[PHOTO] Melvion Flanagan’s energy helps men’s basketball secure a win

December 10, 2022
Kayce Litzau and Morgan Stout high five after they earn a point against Grand Canyon University on Dec. 4.

[PHOTO] ‘This team accomplished a lot:’ Volleyball ends season at postseason tournament

December 5, 2022
Senior Trajata Colbert celebrates after making a jump shot against Denver on Nov. 30. Colbert finished the day with 8 points and 11 rebounds.

[PHOTO] Women’s basketball pushes winning streak to six straight

December 3, 2022
Junior point guard DJ McCarty drives down the court to put up a jump shot for the Shockers. With 19 points scored McCarty led the team, in points, against Denver on Nov. 30 at Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Junior point guard’s fast transition play helps women earn fifth win in a row

November 30, 2022
Freshman Trevor McBride is one of three walk-ons on the Shockers roster this season. McBride is a from Basehor, Kansas.

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Henry Thengvall is a native of Wichita Kansas and attended Kapaun-Mt. Carmel High School. Thengvall is one of three walk-ons on the Shockers roster this season.

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Sophomore libero Annalie Heliste serves the ball in set two against Houston on Nov. 13 in Charles Koch Arena. Heliste recorded 12 digs in three sets.

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Morgan Stout and Kayce Litzau block a spiked ball on Nov. 13 in Charles Koch Arena. The Shockers fell to Houston in three sets.

[PHOTO] Volleyball drops match to Houston again this season

November 14, 2022
Jillian Carroll Letrinko rushes onto to the Court to greet Shocker Fans on Oct. 27 at Shocker Madness.

[PHOTO] Fans can expect a new energy at game days

November 13, 2022
Fayola Calvin Oyato introduces himself to Shocker fans in Charles Koch Arena on Oct. 27.

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Sophomore guard Shamaryah Duncan prepares to shoot a 3-pointer during the 3-point contest on Oct. 27 during Shocker Madness. Duncan only appeared in one round after she fell to Curtessia Dean 11-10.

[PHOTO] Shamaryah Duncan combines career aspirations and basketball career

November 10, 2022
Jalen Ricks shoots his final 3-pointer of the night during the 3-point contest on Oct. 27 at Shocker Madness. Ricks only appeared in one round after he fell to Colby Rogers.

[PHOTO] Starting young: Jalen Ricks’ history with basketball runs deep

November 8, 2022
Bob Hull (left) and Mike Kennedy (right) watches the Wichita State Basketball teams participate in Shocker Madness on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena. Kennedy has been the Voice of the Shockers for over 40 years. Hull has worked with Kennedy for several years on the road as a color brodcaster.

[PHOTO] Voice of the Shockers aims to enjoy every minute of his job 

November 4, 2022
Head Coach Keitha Adams speaks to her team during Shocker Madness on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] 'We're hungry and we want more': Keitha Adams wants to beat odds against team

November 3, 2022
Sophomore Kenny Pohto looks to block senior Isaiah Poor Bear-Chandler from rebounding the ball at Shocker Madness on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

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

[PHOTO] PHOTOS: Shocker Madness

October 28, 2022
Senior Craig Porter Jr. drives down the court before passing the ball to his teammate on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Craig Porter Jr. plans for pressure of leading team

October 31, 2022
Senior Aniya Bell makes her way down the court after the Black Team missed a jumpshot on Oct. 27 during Shocker Madness.

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Sophomore Shammah Scott puts up his final dunk of the night during the Dunk Contest on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena. Scott was named the 2022-23 Dunk Contest Champion.

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Graduate student Curtessia Dean shoots a 3-pointer during the 3-point contest on Oct. 27 during Shocker Madness. Dean represented the womens team in the final round against the mens team Colby Rogers.

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Junior Colby Rogers prepares to shoot a three pointer during the first round of the 3-point contest on Oct. 27 during Shocker Madness. Rogers was named the three-point champion defeating Jalen Ricks and Curtessia Dean.

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Sophomore Lucas Scheufler hits off the tee at hole one on Oct. 11 at the Grier Jones Shocker Invatational. Scheufler finished tenth place (72-71-74--217, +4).

[PHOTO] Golfer makes a swift recovery after career halting injury

October 15, 2022
Freshman Matthew Sandoz hits off the tee at hole 16 on Oct. 10 at the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational. Sandoz finished 20th in his collegiate debut.

[PHOTO] Mens golf hosts first first tournament in 10 years, securing a victory

October 11, 2022
Senior Sawyer Thornhill crushes a line drive against Pittsburg State on Oct. 4 in Eck Stadium.

[PHOTO] Baseball ends exhibition undefeated

October 5, 2022
Cessna Stadium was originally opened in 1946 as Veterans Field before the expansion and renaming in 1969. Wichita State University plans to rebuild the stadium to create an 8-lane track and soccer field.

[PHOTO] This week on the road - Jan. 26

January 27, 2023
Cessna Stadium originally opened in 1946 as Veterans Field before the expansion and renaming in 1969. Wichita State University plans to rebuild the stadium with a fund of approximately $11.8 million.

[PHOTO] This week on the road - Feb. 2

February 1, 2023
Wichita States rowing team push off the doc to begin their practice on Sep. 13 at River Viesta. The 8+ shell was full of first year rowers, directed by Head Coach Calvin Cupp.

[PHOTO] Rowing program aims to be accepting and competitve

September 17, 2022
Freshman Amy Nguyen packs up donated food items at the Kansas Food Bank event on Sept. 2.

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Senior Michaela Lecki packs donated food items at the Cargil Kansas Food Bank on Sept. 2.

[PHOTO] Students team up with food bank to combat rising food insecurity

September 6, 2022
Senior Riley Kotschegarow packs up food items to be donated at the Kansas Food Bank on Sept. 2.

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Payton Tolle launching a fastball in the NBC quarterfinals. Tolle led his team through six scorless innings on Aug. 5 in Eck Stadium.

[PHOTO] From a small town life to NBC World Series

September 5, 2022
Sophomore Miranda Dick bolts towards the finish line during the JK Golden Classic on Sept. 3 in Augusta. Dick took third place and had a gap time of only 51.8.

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Seniors Clayton Duchatschek and Ben Flowers sprinting the last portion of the 6 Kilometer race at the JK Golden Classic on Sept. 3. The seniors finished in second and third place.

[PHOTO] Cross country plan for NCAA Midwest Regional Championships

November 10, 2022
Junior Bryce Merriman takes first place at the JK Golden Classic on Sept. 3 in Augusta. Merriman finished with a time of 18:05.1.

[PHOTO] Merriman finds new career path after battle with depression

September 13, 2022
Director of Athletics Kevin Saal (not pictured) and Franchise Operations Manager Joey Homm (pictured right) show off the Shocker Jackhammer. Wichita State became the eleventh school to have an Andys Frozen Custard treat named after them. WSU partnered with Andys on Aug. 17, but the Shocker Jackhammer was presented on Aug. 24.

[PHOTO] Andy's finds a unique way to give back

August 29, 2022
Associate Professor of Philosophy and Department Chair Susan Castro speaks about a philosophy competition where the winner will receive $100. Castro spoke during the philosophy departments Welcome Back Bash on Aug. 24.

[PHOTO] Faculty Senate president studies philosophy to be a ‘lifelong learner’

August 31, 2022
Samantha Chang works with a new student at the front desk of the Campus Credit Union on Aug. 19. Chang is an accounting major at WSU and said one of the perks of working in the RSC is the free student parking pass.

[PHOTO] RSC student workers look forward to making connections

August 22, 2022
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer Marche Fleming-Randle speaks at the 2022 Faculty and Staff Fall Address in Woolsey Hall.

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President Rick Muma speaks at the Faculty and Staff Fall Address in Woolsey Hall.

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President Rick Muma speaks at the Faculty and Staff Fall Address in Woolsey Hall.

[PHOTO] Faculty and staff discuss priorities and plans for the 2022-2023 academic year

August 21, 2022
Executive Director of Government Relations and Strategy Andy Schlapp speaks at the 2022 Faculty and Staff Fall Address in Woolsey Hall.

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Executive vice president and provost Shirley Lefever speaks at the 2022 Faculty and Staff Fall Address on Aug. 17 in Woolsey Hall.

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A cake inspired by the novel “Where the Crawdads Sing.” The novel is set in 1969 North Carolina

[PHOTO] Edible Book Fair returns in person after two years online

April 8, 2022
Junior Sawyre Thornhill hits a single against OSU on Apr. 5 in Eck Stadium.

[PHOTO] Baseball's upset bid falls short against No. 6 Oklahoma State

April 6, 2022
Junior Sydney McKinney wears a puzzle piece ribbon representing autism appreciation month. Ribbons were provided by sophomore Lauren Lucas’s mom.

[PHOTO] Softball program helps raise awareness for Autism Acceptance Month

April 8, 2022
Junior Sydney McKinney bats against Tulsa on Apr. 3 in Wilkins Stadium. McKinney finished the the day with one hit and one run.

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Chorus member, Madison Roths, prays with the villagers that Hester’s sins will not bring evil into the community. Roths and the villagers bombarded Minister Arthur Dimmesdale to reveal Hester’s punishment.

[PHOTO] Opera students prepare for their performance of ‘The Scarlet Letter’

April 1, 2022
Sophomore Kristof Minarik celebrates after winning the singles match against Northwest Missouri State. Minarik competed in two undefeated rounds on Mar. 26, 2022 in the Sheldon Coleman Tennis Complex.

[PHOTO] Men’s tennis begins spring season in Arizona

January 18, 2023
Tyson Etienne reacts to a missed 3-pointer during his game on Marc. 10 in Fort Worth, Texas. Etienne went 2-for-8 from the 3-point line.

[PHOTO] ‘We came up short:’ WSU’s disappointing season ends with first round exit in Fort Worth

March 10, 2022
Junior Qua Grant looks to drive down the court during the game against UCF on Jan. 22 in the Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Turnovers haunt WSU in one-point loss to Tulane

January 29, 2022
Freshman guard Ricky Council makes a jump shot against UCF in the Charles Koch Arena. Council went 6-10 in field goal attempts.

[PHOTO] ‘I just wanted to win:’ Council showcases offensive potential with career-high 31 points

January 27, 2022
Freshman guard Ricky Council completes his first dunk of the night. Council led the Shockers in scoring with 31 points.

[PHOTO] Council brings offensive spark off the bench in freshman season

March 9, 2022
Junior Qua Grant looks to drive during the game against UCF on Jan. 26 inside Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Shockers snap four-game losing streak, collect first conference win of the season

January 27, 2022
The womens basketball team cheer for their teammates as they run down the clock against East Carolina. The Shockers are currently 2-2 in their conference season.

[PHOTO] Women’s basketball snaps two-game losing streak with victory over ECU

January 26, 2022
Freshman Ricky Council IV dribbles toward the basket during the game against OSU on Dec. 1 in Gallagher-Iba Arena.

[PHOTO] An update on men’s basketball players who entered the NCAA transfer portal

December 9, 2022
Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Dominique Morgan talks about her past and how she first began Diversity Lectures on Nov. 17 in the RSC.

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Junior Dexter Dennis and Sophomore react to beating South Alabama in the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Dexter Dennis looks for the ball after a free shot is thrown against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Dexter Dennis looks for the ball after a free shot is thrown against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Associate head coach Lou Guidino talks to the team during a timeout in the 4th quarter against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Sophomore Tyson Etienne looks to pass the ball against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Freshman Kenny Pohto looks to pass the ball during the game against South Alabama in the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Morris Udeze blocks the ball against South Alabama in the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Joe Pleasant drives towards the basket against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Qua Grant blocks the ball against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Qua Grant blocks the ball against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

[PHOTO] Shockers prepare for non-conference matchup with Missouri

November 26, 2021
Sophomore Tyson Etienne looks to pass the ball against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13

[PHOTO] ‘I’m excited about the challenge:’ Shockers face big test with Arizona on Friday

November 18, 2021
Sophomore Tyson Etienne blocks the ball during the game against South Alabama at Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Dexter Dennis drives towards the basket during the game against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Morris Udeze looks for the ball after a free throw against South Alabama at the Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Junior Craig Porter Jr. looks to pass during the game against South Alabama at Chrles Koch Arena on Nov. 13.

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Craig Porter Jr. drives down the court and looks for an open player to pass to. Porter had a successful first half with zero fouls.

[PHOTO] New NIL collective forms to help WSU student athletes make money

April 28, 2022
Qua Grant looks for an open player to pass to on 13 Nov. againt South Alabama in the Charles Koch Arena. Grant made a pass to Ricky Council who threw a jump shot.

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Bryn Stansberry dives for a ball during the game against Temple on Nov. 12 inside Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Volleyball continues winning ways in second half of the season

November 13, 2021
Kayce Litzau celebrates with Brylee Kelly after a point during their match against Tulane on Nov. 7 inside Charles Koch Arena.

[PHOTO] Shockers get revenge by sweeping Tulane

November 8, 2021
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[PHOTO] PHOTOS: Wichita State 60 - 57 Jacksonville State | Men's Basketball

November 10, 2021
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