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Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Mugshot of Chad T. Richards who is set to trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Kara Welsh.

Motion hearing set in murder investigation

Jayden Kimpel, Community Editor January 27, 2025

Former UW-Whitewater student Chad T. Richards is set to stand trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Kara Welsh, a national champion gymnast at UW-Whitewater. During a preliminary hearing, Richards...

One of the most popular walkways at UW-Whitewater that is filled with students remains empty during winter break awaiting students to come back.

Empty Spaces, Empty Places

Charlie Clark, Photographer January 26, 2025

Campus has been quiet and empty, awaiting students to arrive and populate the communal spaces. The following photos show a different campus, one where communal spaces are a totally different environment....

UW-Whitewater Freshman Samantha Rogers

Remember the meaning of MLK Day

Samantha Rogers, UW-Whitewater freshman January 26, 2025

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than just a holiday — it’s a chance to honor a man who fought for fairness, equality and the belief that we’re all stronger when we stand together. Dr. King’s...

The Warhawk football team faced heavy snow for their NCAA Division III first-round playoff game against Aurora University at Perkins Stadium Nov. 19, 2022.

The unseen grind of winter sport athletes

Mason Raeck, Asst. Men’s Sports Editor December 9, 2024

For many college students, winter break is the time to recharge before the second semester begins. It’s a time for those to sleep in, binge-watch that Netflix show you haven’t gotten around to yet,...

Bleron Grajçevci holding the "John Belushi Street" sign (Spelled "Xhon Belushi" in Albanian) in Podujeva, Kosova

It’s goodbye, but not for long

Bleron Grajçevci, Assistant campus news editor December 9, 2024

After a long time at Rock County, it’s time to say goodbye, but you’ll still see me around. Yeah, changing campuses within the same university is a bit complicated, and pricey if you saw how much I’ve...

Vocal Jazz and Jazz Ensemble performing together performing Zat You, Santa
Clause? In the Annual Gala Concert Dec. 7, 2024.

Music makes the season bright

Natalie Illikainen, Arts & Rec. Journalist December 9, 2024

The Gala Holiday Concert was filled with festive cheer Saturday, Dec. 7, featuring tunes attendees could sing along with and get into the spirit of the season. “The Gala started in 1995, and this...

The UW-Whitewater volleyball team huddled up during the 2024 NCAA Regionals in Whitewater, Wisconsin at the Kris Russell Volleyball Arena. The Warhawks finished their 2024 campaign as runners-up to the Juniata Eagles, losing 3-2. The Eagles have now won three-consecutive national titles and have not lost a match since Friday, Sep. 16, 2022 against Trinity.

Volleyball finishes season as national runners-up

Ryan Halada, Asst. Women’s Sports Editor December 9, 2024

The UW-Whitewater Warhawk volleyball team made a run to the national championship that brought back some memories. Shades of 2005 occurred as the No. 6 seeded Warhawks had a similar path to the top...

UW-Whitewater poses with their new hardware inside Kris Russell Volleyball Arena, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. By beating UW-Platteville in the Regional Championship sends the Warhawks to the final eight in Salem, Virginia.

Volleyball wins region, heading to quarterfinals

Parker Olsen, Editor November 24, 2024

The UW-Whitewater volleyball team has punched their ticket to Salem, Virginia after winning the NCAA Regional Championship. The Warhawks sweeping victory versus UW-Platteville Saturday, Nov. 23, sealed...

The cover of “Mission Thaw.” The novel is written by Kay Sparling, a Whitewater resident, and is available at most bookstores.

Local author publishes spy thriller

Jayden Kimpel, Community Editor November 24, 2024

In August, Whitewater community member Kay Sparling published a novel titled, “Mission Thaw.”  “Mission Thaw” centers around Kaitlyn Stewart, a high-profile CIA operative navigating a mission...

Department of Music Jazz Combo I trombone player Trevor Haglin plays “Q’s Blues” by Quentin Gilmore in the Light Recital Hall Thursday, Nov. 19, 2024.

The mind of a musician

Natalie Illikainen, Arts & Rec. Asst. Editor November 24, 2024

When a musician performs on stage, whether solo, in an ensemble or as part of a combo group, we usually appreciate the art they have worked hard to craft into a beautiful story unraveling around them....

JT Hoytink hits a three against Coe College in Kachel Gymnasium, November 23, 2024.

Cold shooting dooms Warhawks in home opener

Mason Raeck, Assistant Men’s Sports Editor November 24, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s basketball team couldn’t sustain its early momentum in their home opener, falling 74-60 to Coe College. Despite dominating the glass with an 18-6 advantage...

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers meets with Graduate Assistant Ben Washburn and Student Services Training Specialist Esther Frontuto in the One Stop office on Sept. 18, 2024.

New campus office centralizes student services

Zoe Emerson, Campus News Editor November 17, 2024

UW-Whitewater students are bound to have questions about their college experience, and many different offices on campus seek to provide answers. However, some students may have different questions for...

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