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The Starbucks located in Braeburn Square

March 19, 2020 -- One of the most vulnerable sectors impacted in the United States by the novel coronavirus is food services and drinking establishments, which accounted for 7.3% of all jobs and $1.6 billion in total wages within Kansas in 2018. The following examines the economic value of the industry and the potential impact on the Kansas economy.

Airplane

March 19, 2020 -- Dean Headley, Airline Quality Rating co-author from Wichita State University, comments on airline industry financial outlook amidst COVID-19.

Inneke Vargas

Feb. 27, 2020 -- Inneke Vargas, a senior studying psychology with a minor in criminal justice, returned to Wichita State University after working in various industries. She found psychology after realizing the stigmas found in minorities. Through her research she hopes to make an impact on those affected my mental illness.

Students talking at a table in the RSC

Feb. 4, 2020 -- As we focus on classes and juggle extracurriculars, we can get caught up in our own little world. But it’s also important to pay attention to those around you. While we move through this semester, let’s look out for each other.

A student sits alone in her dorm room.

Sept. 5, 2019 - Many students look forward to college because they get to move away from their parents and have some independence. Leaving home can often be difficult, though. According to a national survey, 66% of freshman experience homesickness. Here are some tips to help ease the discomfort.

Students study in the RSC

Aug. 19, 2019 - The beginning of a new semester can be scary. For many students, including me, that fear manifests itself as anxiety, the most common mental illness in the U.S. Here is a guide to help navigate the beginning of your college career with anxiety.