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Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Feeding America’s stand with Peter Herrmann giving out guides of their program’s mission and work in Wisconsin.
A thought about students’ needs
Bleron Grajçevci, Asst. Campus Editor • March 9, 2025

While plenty of students take for granted the food options on the campus of UW-Whitewater, some can struggle...

The creator of the KickStick, Stefan Gamino.
Launching the next generation of entrepreneurs
Aliza Kaiser, Campus Journalist • March 2, 2025

More young adults are starting their own businesses than ever. Recent data from the Global Entrepreneurship...

Cycling club president, Jack Heier biking across the finish line at The Tour of America’s Dairyland in the summer of 2024.
Gearing up for a great ride
Kaitlyn Broderick, Arts & Rec. Editor • March 9, 2025

Some UW-Whitewater students are gearing up for a great ride with the UW-W cycling club. “Cycling...

Comedian Steve Soelberg, as seen on many social media platforms, brought laughter and joy when he performed Down Under at the UC Live event Thursday night, February 6, 2025.
Laughs from Down Under
Isabel Beasley, Arts & Rec. Journalist • March 9, 2025

In for a night of laughs and storytelling? Well, Steve Soelberg filled the room with laughter at the...

Trinity Eissens is a senior at UW-Whitewater who studies social work.
36 cents could protect from assault
Trinity Eissens, senior social work major • March 10, 2025

Nearly a quarter of Walworth County residents report they drink heavily or binge drink, at a rate 6%...

How do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
How do you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
March 10, 2025

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Senior Adam Cootway returns to the field for his final season as a Warhawk, this time, fully healthy.
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Adam Cootway soaring into senior season
Zach Criter, Men's Sports Journalist • March 10, 2025

Hopes are high for Adam Cootway and the UW-Whitewater baseball team. Coming off a junior year where he...

A collage of photos from past Royal Purple photographers.
Best of Whitewater sports
Chase Keller, Men's Sports Editor • March 10, 2025

Every year, voters rank the best of the best in Whitewater – restaurants, stores, etc. – through...

Grace Wickman, throwing the ball to first base, finished the 2024 season with a .970 fielding percentage.
Softball not satisfied with 2024 success
Evan Boller, Women's Sports Journalist • March 10, 2025

Coming off of a season where they went 33-10, won the WIAC tournament and made its 24th appearance in...

Ari De La Cerda competing in the 5,000 meter at the Karl Schlender Invitational in Kachel Fieldhouse, Feb. 15, 2025.
(Courtesy of Ari De La Cerda)
Warhawk stars shatter program record books
Mason Raeck, Women's Sports Editor • March 10, 2025

As the indoor track season winds down, two UW-Whitewater track and field athletes have etched their names...

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...

Businesses of downtown Whitewater endure  the hustle and bustle of customers on a sunny Saturday afternoon Mar. 8 2025
Temperature’s rising in Whitewater
Katie McIlheran, Photographer • March 10, 2025

Beautiful autumn grilling weather at Starin Park, Friday Oct. 18, 2024.
Program brings fun and belonging to retirees
Jayden Kimpel, Community Editor • March 10, 2025

One in 10 people age 65 and older experience depression according to Health Direct. The main three causes...

Marching into Fun: Wisconsin’s Unique Festivals Await
Discover Wisconsin, Contributor • March 10, 2025

This March, Wisconsin is set to come alive with an array of unique festivals across the state! Whether...

Trump tariffs raise concerns across the political spectrum
Trump tariffs raise concerns across the political spectrum
WisPolitics, Contributor • March 10, 2025

Voices across the political spectrum are voicing concerns about President Donald Trump's news tariffs,...

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Founded 1901
Founded 1901