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Founded 1901

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Sexual assault sparks conversation

Shannan Lojeski, News Editor February 11, 2019

Only 20 percent of all sexual assaults are caused by a stranger. A campus wide email was sent Jan. 28 detailing the report of a sexual assault that occurred Jan. 25 between a student and a stranger. The...

photo by Louis Thompson / Photo Editor

Winter weather forces Wells Halls clear-out

Nicole Aimone, Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2019

Wells East and West halls were evacuated on Saturday, Feb. 2 due to a sprinkler head being activated in Wells East. Whitewater Fire Department was dispatched due to a fire alarm being triggered in Wells...

Closer look at Wisconsin farms

Closer look at Wisconsin farms

Olivia Storey, Staff Writer February 11, 2019

The traveling exhibit The Lands We Share made its way to Andersen Library this week, showcasing farming and culture across Wisconsin. “This exhibit is the result of collaborative research from faculty...

Aspiring Educators introduce new, creative spin for members

Katelyn Black, Lifestyle Editor February 11, 2019

For members of the UW-Whitewater chapter of Aspiring Educators, going beyond what is taught in the classroom is simply part of their routine, still, co-presidents Ally Erck and Brianna Greuel decided that...

NSLS sponsors first blood drive of the year

Charlie Fries, Assistant Lifestyle Editor February 11, 2019

From the iconic logo to the “I Gave Blood” stickers, the Red Cross is essentially a synonym for giving back. Because the National Society for Leadership and Success here at UW-Whitewater has a similar...

Polar Plunge brings teams and communities together

Polar Plunge brings teams and communities together

Katelyn Black, Lifestyle Editor February 11, 2019

While many wouldn’t dream of getting anywhere near water during the cold of the winter months, a small group of people decided that the discomfort of the plunge was worth it if it meant helping out a...

Social media can aid in landing post-grad job

Carli Pope, Staff Reporter February 11, 2019

As the spring semester moves along, so does the process of applying or locking in an internship or first career. Both students at UW-Whitewater and other regional schools are applying for the same positions....

Students bring 1997 comedy musical to stage

Students bring 1997 comedy musical to stage

Samantha Lynn, Staff Reporter February 11, 2019

A story about love and reason that brings a comedic musical to life on stage of Princess Leonide who will do anything for love is coming to Whitewater. “Triumph of Love” will open on Feb. 26 at 7:30...

WSG keeps students warm this winter

Katelyn Black, Lifestyle Editor February 7, 2019

With the temperature and wind chill reaching the negatives this week and winter truly beginning to set in, warm gear is a must for any student walking to work or class. But when Jen Purcell, the director...

Involvement Fair helps create student connections

Katelyn Black, Lifestyle Editor February 7, 2019

For many students, college is about finding their own special place on campus, but for some, it’s hard to know exactly where that is. And it was that very struggle that inspired Ron Bucholz, director...

Swimming and diving showcase on Senior Day

Erika Marion, Assistant Sports Editor February 7, 2019

The men’s and women’s swim and dive teams ended their regular season and celebrated Senior Day during the team’s final dual against UW- La Crosse at home Feb. 2. The men’s team came up short...

Lady Warhawks win five straight

Ethan Maurice, Staff Reporter February 4, 2019

After its midweek game was cancelled due to the Polar Vortex, the Warhawk women’s basketball team took down UW-Eau Claire by a score of 68-55 at Kachel Gymnasium Feb. 2. Whitewater has not jumped into...

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