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Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Students wander around and interact with various clubs in front of the University Center, Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
Involvement Fair fueling student organizations
Eric Arguelles, Campus Journalist • September 15, 2025

With booths lined up between the University Center and the bookstore, hundreds of students attended the...

Sustainability Coordinator Wes Enterline shares a photo of the young Albert Salisbury as he guides a tour group to a bust of the man who would become the fourth president of the Whitewater Normal School.
A walk through the campus’s past
Eric Arguelles, Campus Journalist • September 8, 2025

Over the years, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s campus has gone through gradual changes. These...

A picture of the Light Recital Hall, showcasing the room in which the Orchestra's Concerto/Aria Competition was held, September 13, 2025
Students shine at Concerto-Aria Competition
Karissa Dieterich, Arts and Rec Journalist • September 15, 2025

For at least 27 years, the Orchestra's Concerto/Aria Competition has been held here in UW-Whitewater....

Sailesh the Hypnotist invites 20 contestants to the stage to witness the effects of Hypnosis.
Returning to Whitewater
Isabel Beasley, Arts and Rec Assistant Editor • September 15, 2025

The mind is always driven by thoughts, but have you ever witnessed what an open and free mind can do?...

In my opinion: Favorite Hispanic artist
Chase Keller, Editor • September 15, 2025

All four options received votes this week, but Shakira is voters’ favorite Hispanic music artist? Take...

Members of the Mu Chapter of the Lambda Alpha Upsilon Fraternity gathered together for the fraternity’s 2025 Incorporated's National Convention.
A chance to embrace our diversity
Saul Medina Rodriguez, Lambda Alpha Upsilon VP of Public Affairs • September 15, 2025

Just like we honor Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Hispanic Heritage...

UW-Whitewater Football junior running back Brian Stanton sprints down the field to score a touchdown against Carleton College at Perkins Stadium September. 6, 2025.
Stanton rushing into the spotlight
Max Wallace, Men's Sports Journalist • September 15, 2025

With UW-Whitewater football starting up and thousands of excited fans, high expectations come from the...

UW-Whitewater sophomore quarterback Justin Klinkner rushes past the Carleton defense to push towards a touchdown against Carleton College at Perkins Stadium on September 6th, 2025.
Maximum impact leads to a dominating start
Tyson Patton, Men's Sports Journalist • September 8, 2025

Different season, same result. For the first time ever, the UW-Whitewater Warhawks and the Carleton Knights...

UW-Whitewater women’s soccer freshman forward Rowan Severson dribbles the ball down the field to advance the ball against Carthage College on September 10th, 2025 at Fiskum Field.
Late goal propels Warhawks to victory
Evan Boller, Women’s Sports Editor • September 15, 2025

The UW-Whitewater women’s soccer team came into this matchup against the Carthage Firebirds on a skid,...

UW-Whitewater Volleyball junior setter Aubrie Krzus celebrates with the UW-Whitewater volleyball team on advancing their score against the University of Concordia-Wisconsin on September 5th, 2025 at Kris Russell Volleyball Arena.
A glimpse into the heart of Warhawk Volleyball
Bri Hyler September 15, 2025

For some athletes, volleyball is just a sport. For Aubrie Krzus, it’s a story, one that could fill...

The Royal Purple Archives
The Royal Purple Archives
September 1, 1901

The Royal Purple student-run newspaper for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has been published continuously for over one-hundred twenty...

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Mugshot of Chad T. Richards, who allegedly murdered his girlfriend, UW-Whitewater student-athlete Kara Welsh, Aug. 30, 2024.
Richards trial pushed to 2026
Kory Makos, Community News Editor • September 15, 2025

The trial for Chad T. Richards, the former UW-Whitewater student accused of killing his girlfriend, UW-W...

Whitewater's Police and Fire Departments report new hires, training updates
Whitewater’s Police and Fire Departments report new hires, training updates
Macey Hotz, Community News Journalist • September 15, 2025

The Whitewater Fire Department and Police Department continue to prioritize the safety and well-being...

Decorative Background
Change in Fall Compost Site Hours
Change in Fall Compost Site Hours
Alison Stoll, Public Works Administrative Assistant • September 10, 2025

Waterway Clean-Up
Waterway Clean-Up
Brad Marquardt, Department of Public Works Director • September 10, 2025

PSA Protect Wisconsin Waterways September 2025

Martino Journalism Scholarship
Beer of all kinds — and likely sausages and pretzels — can be found at the center of Oktoberfest celebrations in Wisconsin (image by G.C. from Pixabay).
Prost! Celebrating Oktoberfest across Wisconsin
Discover Wisconsin September 15, 2025

Fall in Wisconsin is a season of colorful leaves, crisp evenings, and, if you’re lucky, a cold stein...

The Thrune Center at Norskedalen includes historical displays and exhibits explaining the Norwegian immigrants who came to the region.
A visit to Norway close to home
Chris Hardie September 15, 2025

Be it for the good or the bad, we are from whom we descend. While our ancestors don’t define us, we...

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Founded 1901
Founded 1901