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The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan
The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan
All content by Arianna Davis
Dorcas Matuwana, biology senior, presents with partner Chiara Del Vecchio, chemistry junior, on identification of antibiotic activity during EUREKA on April 27, 2017. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] EURECA forum scheduled for April 28

Tasia Floissac
March 2, 2018
Ryan Luig, computer science senior, explains the process of roasting as he takes apart the coffee roaster machines. March 22.

Meaghan Rose, biology senior, and Salvator Capotosto, biology senior, present their research on bacterial endophytic diversity during EUREKA on April 27, 2017. File photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] EURECA forum to take place on Nov. 16

Justin Marquart
November 14, 2017
Audrey Beach, exercise physiology graduate, gets comfortable while studying on her apartment bed in Sundance Court. May 5. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Students weigh convenience and freedom when deciding where to live

Zoie Flores
May 11, 2017
Chiara Del Vecchio, chemistry junior, presents with partner Dorcas Matuwana, biology senior, on identification of antibiotic activity during EURECA on April 27, 2017. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Undergraduate research can jump start careers

Greta Lazzarotto
May 11, 2017
Kent Ogawa, marketing senior, utilizes the desk space in his apartment room for his large desktop, which he uses for gaming, editing, studying and just browsing the Internet. Ogawa lives in Sundance Court. May 5. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Choosing a home away from home

Brianna Sheen
May 12, 2017
Mekenna Hatfield, athletic training junior, breaks away from her studies to be with Buddy, one of the dogs during Canine Cuddles at the Moffett Library on May 2. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Finals Frenzy returns with Comic-Con theme

Ryane Hatten
May 2, 2017
Bianca Duff, psychology freshman, prepares to swing at the ball during her tennis match against a Dallas Baptist University player on May 1. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Women’s tennis clinches national tournament spot

Mercy Yermo
May 2, 2017
Meaghan Rose, biology senior, and Salvator Capotosto, biology senior, present their research on bacterial endophytic diversity during EUREKA on April 27. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Students, faculty show off research at Celebration of Scholarship

The Wichitan
April 27, 2017
Connie Palkowetz, Wild Bird Rescue representative, showcases a vulture for students to watch and observe on April 20. "She has no boundary and loves to get in people's personal space," Palkowetz said, as the vulture climbed on her head. Photo by Arianna Davis

Earth Day fair brings environmental awareness to campus

Arianna Davis
April 26, 2017
Whitney Atkinson, English junior, holds her favorite book, "Shatter Me," as she sets up her recording station. April 18. Photo by Arianna Davis

Student brings passion for books to YouTube

Arianna Davis
April 26, 2017
James Johnston, interim provost, speaks at provost candidate interview session on April 4. Johnston was named provost on April 21. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] James Johnston, interim provost, named new provost

Kara McIntyre
April 21, 2017
Arianna Davis

Stop the stigma, start listening

Arianna Davis
April 19, 2017
Rais Bhuiyan, victim of a Dallas shooting, makes appearance at Wichita Falls Museum of Art to speak on his survival and progress to forgiveness on April 18. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] 9/11 hate crime survivor gives strong message to college students: ‘You can end hate’

Lane Riggs
April 18, 2017

‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ creates interactive showing for students

Arianna Davis
April 12, 2017
Joshua Buschel, accounting and finance sophomore, and Bill Ash, accounting and finance junior, exchange laughs behind the sidelines on April 8. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Cycling team brings home 9th conference title

Leah Bryce
April 11, 2017
Alex Babu, biology senior, holds her phone while driving. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] City ordinance bans cell phones behind the wheel

Ryane Hatten
April 4, 2017
Mason Wilson, management senior, grinds coffee to be brewed for sampling purposes. March 22. Photo by Arianna Davis

Students open coffee roastery

Arianna Davis
March 29, 2017
The three panel presenters answer questions the audience has for them on March 25. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Diversity drives faculty panel at symposium March 25

Cortney Wood
March 28, 2017
A crowd of approximately 25 show up to watch students give their presentations during the 11th Annual Redwine Honors Program Symposium on March 25. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Skellington, spiral galaxies, symposium, oh my

Cortney Wood
March 28, 2017
An empty Student Government Association room. March 21. Photo by Arianna Davis

SGA fails to inform members about cancelled meeting

Arianna Davis
March 21, 2017

RHA proposes budget for upcoming years

Arianna Davis
March 9, 2017
Carlie Hughes, psychology junior, shows blemishes on her couch in her Sunwatcher Village apartment room on March 2. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Campus housing furniture in bad condition

Zoie Flores
February 27, 2017
Dale Heidebrecht, director of the production, talks with college and high school students before rehearsals begin. Feb. 28. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Opera Workshop opens March 3

Tyler Manning
March 1, 2017
Matt Kohler, ____, Tanaka Madyara, computer science graduate, Lindsay Rottenhouse, _____, and Kara Hicks, vocal performance freshman practice their vocals during the rehearsal. Feb. 28. Photo by Arianna Davis.

Mary Helen Maskill, public programs director at Wichita Falls Museum of Art, exchanges jokes over her mallet with Audra Lambert, local artist while she helps paint the background for the mural. Feb. 23. Photo by Arianna Davis

Artists aim to bring life to downtown

Arianna Davis
February 28, 2017
Reagan Foster, liscensed therapist and counselor, leads the third Academic Counseling series of the semester by giving students tips on how to overcome testing anxiety. Feb. 17. Photo by Arianna Davis

Counselors offer tips for testing anxiety

Arianna Davis
February 22, 2017
Brandon Neel looks to pass during the game against Western New Mexico, Feb. 18, their last home game, which the team won 89-72. The players, however, lost their last game against Cameron Feb. 21.

[Photo] Men’s basketball wins against Western New Mexico

Leonardo Gonzalez
February 21, 2017
Monti Washington contributed photo.

Speakers bring social justice to campus

Arianna Davis
February 14, 2017
Jim Sernoe, mass communication chair, talks with prospective students in the Fain Fine Arts conference room during Discover MSU on Feb 3. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] 53 prospective students and guests Discover MSU

Robin Reid
February 8, 2017
Kathy Browning

[Photo] Financial aid informs incoming students, parents

Leonardo Gonzalez
February 7, 2017
Student Government Association opens applications for executive roles

Student Government Association opens applications for executive roles

Arianna Davis
February 7, 2017
Syreeta Greene, director of equity, inclusion, and multicultural affairs, speaks to students and faculty about the North Dakota Access Pipeline and the effects it will have on Native American land. Photo by Bridget Reilly

Dakota Access Pipeline is more than just a Native American issue

Arianna Davis
February 1, 2017
At the end of his art gallery, Edgar Heap of Birds talks about the meaning behind his artwork and experiences. "Art is like a sideline job. My real job is taking care of my family, my nation, my people," Heap of Birds said. Photo by Arianna Davis

[Photo] Heap of Birds explains meaning behind art

Robin Reid
February 1, 2017
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