Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

Founded 1901

Royal Purple

The UW-W poses for a photo during the conference. Two members competed in the pitch competition but did not make it past the preliminary round.

CEO shows innovations at conference

Garrett Kluever, Biz and Tech Editor November 1, 2017

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater College Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO) chapter attended the Global Conference and Pitch Competition in Tampa, Florida Oct. 26 - 28. Conference attendees had...

Impact college experience with travel

Hannah Jewell, Staff Writer November 1, 2017

Studying abroad is an opportunity that not all students choose to take advantage of while in college.   Less than five percent of all UW-Whitewater students -- about 400 people -- take advantage of...

Exhibit brings nostalgia to viewers

Lauren Fedorovich, Staff Writer November 1, 2017

Artist Shelley Smith paints missed opportunities. In her art, scenes depicting situations where people walk past a place and never give it a second glance are the subject of the exhibition “More Sights...

Hotel proposed for west side

Nathan Kober, Staff Writer October 25, 2017

The Whitewater Planning and Architectural Review Commission approved a proposal to develop a hotel on Whitewater’s west side. If approved, a 45 ft. tall, three-story, 70-room  Fairfield by Marriott...

Men’s basketball strengthens

Jack Miller, Assistant Sports Editor October 25, 2017

W-Whitewater men’s basketball added two new staff members for the upcoming season, both who understand what it means to be a Warhawk. Lou Chapman and Jarod Wichser were announced as assistant coaches...

Sexual assault a focus of conversation

Sexual assault a focus of conversation

Catherine Smith, Lifestyle Editor October 25, 2017

UW-Whitewater is the only university in the state to devote an entire week to sexual assault awareness, said Bryan Thommes, Director of Student Safety for Whitewater Student Government (WSG). The “Its...

olunteers for First Methodist Church serve hot food to students during a free lunch event. The church has been dishing out hot meals to students and community members for nearly 20 years.

Volunteers dish out for decades

Chase Morrison, Staff Writer October 25, 2017

Terry Parenteau and the volunteers for the First Methodist Church of Whitewater welcome students for a home-cooked meal every Tuesday from 10:45a.m.-1 p.m. at 145 S. Prairie St. The ministry has served...

Students attend the e-portfolio seminar, which focused on implementing portfolios for students. Many of the students are majoring in Corporate/Health Communication.

Symposium eyes new projects

Garrett Kluever, Biz and Tech Editor October 25, 2017

Communicating Health in Practice (CHIP) invited experts from across the state to discuss emerging communication and health practices with students at the 6th annual Corporate and Health Communication Symposium...

Junior midfielder Taylor Ortiz drives the ball down the field at a home game.

Warhawks men’s soccer defeats Millikin on Senior Day

Zach Semancik, Staff Writer October 13, 2017

It was the UW-Whitewater underclassman who lead the Warhawks to a 4-2 victory over Millikin University on senior day. Whitewater jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the 15th minute of play, thanks to...

A Warhawks womens volleyball player positions to bump the ball back over the net during a home game.

Women’s volleyball wins eighth straight at home

Calahan Steed, Staff Writer October 13, 2017

The UW-Whitewater women’s volleyball team’s home dominance continued as the Warhawks dropped UW-Platteville in three sets. The ninth-ranked Warhawks were able to improve to 15-3 on the year, while...

You have a right to sit, stand or kneel

You have a right to sit, stand or kneel

Royal Purple, Editorial Staff September 26, 2017

People are taking a stand by not standing. When at least 200 NFL players knelt, locked arms or neglected to appear during the National Anthem at all, they were protesting President Donald Trump's comments...

Royal Purple News Update 9-27-2017

September 25, 2017

This week's edition includes stories on Whitewater Common Council, the local impact of Trumps DACA announcement and a preview of the UW-Whitewater vs. UW-Oshkosh football matchup. The paper hits news stands...

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