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Andres Villarreal, 2019 Team photo

Hope and heartache

Devin Ulrich, Assistant Sports Editor August 31, 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many changes worldwide to how everything ordinarily happens. As the norm has changed, so has sports at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. The fall season has been...

Related photo: The Fight Against Police Brutality-Whitewater group marches in Whitewater on July 7.

University shared governance supports BLM

Dauntae Green, Lifestyle Editor August 31, 2020

The Black Lives Matter movement is rising up from all over the United States and across the world to build local power and to intervene when violence is inflicted on Black communities by the state and...

Volunteers paint picnic tables for a new outdoor eating area in downtown Whitewater open through Oct. 31.

City outdoor eating park gets makeover

Ben Yang, Journalist August 31, 2020

The recently-opened outdoor eating park in downtown Whitewater received a makeover by community members and organizations who came together to paint picnic tables in the area Friday, Aug. 21. Participants...

The spring 2020 commencement ceremony planned for May 16, 2020 is postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The university is considering alternative options to honor the spring graduates.

Coronavirus cancels traditional spring commencement ceremony

Olivia Storey, News Editor April 20, 2020

The goal for many college students is to walk across the stage and receive their diplomas following years of studying, hard work and commitment to their university. That same mindset can be seen here at...

As the university transitions to remote learning for the remaineder of the spring 2020 semester, many students are using Canvas and Cisco WebEx to complete their courses.

Warhawks move to web-based learning

Kylie Jacobs, Biz & Tech Editor April 20, 2020

In what has been described as a historic semester, the students of the UW-W were sent home a week before their spring break to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Originally the plan was to take the weeks...

Senior Mike Tortorice has his hand raised in victory after a previous match this season. The senior was headed to the national tournament before it was cut short.

Wrestling team left wondering what could have been

Carter Secor, Assistant Sports Editor April 20, 2020

In Cedar Rapids, Iowa members of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Wrestling team were in their hotel awaiting the 2020 NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships. They had just finished eagerly preparing...

How to make your own homemade essentials

How to make your own homemade essentials

Kyle Olson, Journalist April 20, 2020

Everyone is trying to find the best ways to be safe in these trying times. With limited supplies and a huge demand for hygienic products, people started to get very creative. Homemade cloth facemasks and...

DanceScapes hosts private performance amid outbreak

DanceScapes hosts private performance amid outbreak

Danielle Klais, Arts & Rec Editor April 20, 2020

The department of theatre and dance hosted a private performance of DanceScapes March 12 at 7:30 p.m. for the families and friends of performers. DanceScapes ‘20 was originally scheduled from March...

Arby’s ready to serve Whitewater

Arby’s ready to serve Whitewater

Makayla Fedler, Assistant Biz & Tech Editor March 13, 2020

A new Arby’s restaurant opened up on 1407 West Main Street, exciting Warhawks and residents alike about curly fries, meaty sandwiches and additional food options in Whitewater. Its grand opening was...

Whitewater football player Justin Prostinak breaks off the line to begin his 40-yard dash. Prostinak featured mostly as a kick returner for UW-W, but participated in Pro Day as a running back. The Senior racked up 250 yards between returning both kicks and punts, including a punt-return touchdown against UW-Stout.

Pro Day gives DIII football players chance to showcase talent in front of scouts and coaches

Carter Secor, Assistant Sports Editor March 13, 2020

For senior football players who are looking to continue their athletic careers at the professional level, a Pro Day is their best shot to get exposure and eyes on them from professional teams. While some...

Students paint planter pots and make macrame hangers at a crafting workshop sponsored by Roberta’s Art Gallery and the Sustainability Office.

Students go green painting planter pots

Danielle Klais, Arts & Rec Editor March 13, 2020

Roberta’s Art Gallery and the UW-Whitewater Sustainability Office teamed up March 11 at 4 p.m. to encourage students to paint planter pots. The workshop had a large turnout with all possible slots filled....

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