Wichita State students protest dorm rape handling
More than 200 students marched from Shocker Hall to the campus police station at Wichita State University to protest how a dorm sexual assault reported on Sept 12 is being handled. They criticized late reporting in The Sunflower and the lack of alert via Rave Guardian. Alondra Aguilera led the protest and declined a private meeting with police, opting to speak publicly instead. Dean of Students Aaron Austin supported peaceful protest and avoided commenting on the case.
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Rural mind set hinders seeking mental health help
The piece quotes Carlin on reaching out for support and notes rural culture rewards toughness. Bradley Dirks of K State Research and Extension cites isolation, few nearby counselors, and stigma in small towns as barriers. He also mentions male rural norms and anonymity challenges, with COVID-19 adding context.
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Rural Kansas faces rising death by own action risks
The article notes increasing death by own action in rural Kansas amid job loss and school closures. It cites rates by county type, highlights gun-related frontier gaps, and outlines rural tailored prevention ideas and community resources including Kansas Ag Stress and local mental health networks. It emphasizes local nuance and stigma affecting help seeking.
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