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The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan

The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan

Midwestern Indian Student Association holds a Diwali event at sikes lake. Oct 26.

MISA brings first Diwali celebration to MSU

Saman Lamsal, Reporter November 8, 2024

This year, the Midwestern Indian Student Association (MISA), organized a Diwali celebration. MISA President Sneha Patel mentioned that aside from one game night, no major events had been held until...

Retired police officer Steve Gregg teaches MSU students self defense techniques and situational awareness strategies, Oct 22.

Former police officer teaches self defense

Jessica Binzari, Reporter November 8, 2024

MSU responded to students’ recent safety concerns with a self-defense class on Tuesday, October 22. The Student Government Association in collaboration with the Redwine Student Wellness Center...

Donald Trump was elected as the 47th president of The United States on Nov. 5, Oct. 14.

Trump won, what does that mean for students

George Svoboda, Editor-In-Chief November 8, 2024

After a tumultuous campaign season, Donald Trump won the election to become the 47th president of the United States. Although Trump has been vague on his policies, he has repeatedly aligned with...

Local elections lead to runoff

Local elections lead to runoff

Abby Turner, Managing Editor November 8, 2024

While Wichita Falls elections have all come to a close and a final answer or a candidate has been elected, one local election is headed to a runoff.  City Council at Large candidates Austin Cobb and...

Students for democracy helped host a women's march in conjunction with the national women's march, Nov 2.

Students for Democracy march on

Abby Turner, Managing Editor November 8, 2024

Students for Democracy organization and the Wichita County Democrats partnered to raise awareness for the Nov. 5 election and issues that affect the nation. The groups organized a Women’s March that...

The MSU chapter of The American Chemical Society Student Affiliates was awarded the Outstanding Chapter award this year for the first time since 2001, Oct 27.

MSU chemistry organization wins award

Logan Deatherage, Reporter November 8, 2024

The MSU chapter of The American Chemical Society Student Affiliates (ACS-SA) was awarded the Outstanding Chapter Award in October, the first time since 2001.  President of Midwestern State's ACS-SA...

Mass Communication senior Jessica Binzari has been playing tennis since she was eight-years-old, April 12.

MSU tennis player wins regional tournament

Abby Turner, Managing Editor November 8, 2024

Mass communication senior Jessica Binzari is a standout on campus, both in the newsroom and on the tennis court. As the sports editor for The Wichitan, she combines her passion for journalism with the...

President Haynie shifts MSU's focus on student and staff recruitment for the remainder of the fall semester, Oct 30.

MSU considering tuition raise

George Svoboda, Editor-in-Chief November 8, 2024

Midwestern State University is maintaining its focus on student and staff recruitment and retention just over halfway through the fall semester. On the staff front, MSU is considering increasing...

Inductees of the honor societies received recognition pins and certificates, Oct 30.

BBB and GSE induct new members on campus

Logan Deatherage, Reporter November 8, 2024

On Oct. 30, the Midwestern State University department of biology and department of chemistry hosted back-to-back induction ceremonies for their newest members of the Beta Beta Beta and Gamma Sigma...

Institutional Effectiveness Director Eboneigh Harris presents their research on queerness and tabletop roleplaying games, Oct 31.

Rooftop Heroes mini pop-culture convention

Sabrina Harrison, Entertainment Editor November 8, 2024

For the second year in a row, Moffett Library’s “Rooftop Heroes” event brought together students and faculty alike for another mini-convention in the library’s atrium. The convention included...

Head coach Stephanie Radecki (left)  strategizes with assistant coach Jennifer McCall (right) inbetween sets one and two, Nov. 6.

Coach Radecki secures 400th win

Jessica Binzari, Sports Editor November 8, 2024

Stephanie Radecki won her 400th game as a collegiate volleyball coach last Tuesday Oct. 29, when MSU defeated East Central in straight sets. Radecki is thankful for the people that have helped her...

Texas Leads Efforts to Restore Bee Populations

Rae’Dawn Rebert, Video Reporter November 8, 2024

As bee populations are facing global threats, Texas is at the forefront of recovery efforts of these vital pollinators. By reducing pesticide use and encouraging pollinator-friendly gardens, Texas beekeepers...

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