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Founded 1901

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Winter guard lets the music fade out as they hit their final pose signifying the end of their performance run through at the Williams Center Feb. 3rd. The practice was just five days before the teams first competition, making every second count.

Emotion in motion

Kassie Baggett, Campus News Editor February 16, 2026

People often categorize sports into two blunt groups: raw physical strength or artistic performance. What many overlook is how often those two worlds overlap. Athletes across all disciplines turn to basic...

A club tennis member smashes a ball at the net during team practice Feb. 4.

Club tennis loves all

Kassie Baggett, Asst. Arts & Rec. Editor February 9, 2026

As the day winds down, club tennis players trade lecture halls for courts and group chats for rushed huddles around the net. Practices are built around both consistency and active communication, filled...

Men's volleyball has their first true practice of the season Jan. 28, just four days before their big game.

No warm-up needed

Kassie Baggett, Asst. Arts & Rec. Editor February 2, 2026

The sound of volleyballs echoed through the gym late Monday night with sharp pops against hardwood, quick calls of “mine” and “up,” and sneakers squeaking as players dove for loose balls. For the...

The Men’s Ultimate Frisbee team, Subpar, practicing at the William’s Center Athletic Field on September 30th, 2025.

New year, new you

Kassie Baggett, Arts & Rec. Asst. Editor January 26, 2026

As Warhawks return to campus after a month-long break, the new semester arrives with fresh energy and a familiar list of New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s “get active,” “meet new people”...

Women’s Rugby playing a tournament

Unleash your inner athlete

Kassie Baggett, Arts and Rec Journalist September 1, 2025

With new, crammed class schedules, responsibilities, and stress, students can exercise both their bodies and minds with recreational sports this fall season.  The beginning of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s...

UW-W Club Water Polo team lines up for shots during practice last Monday, Feb 12, 2024.

Water polo looks to grow

Jeffrey Terhune, Arts & Rec Journalist February 18, 2024

Water polo was introduced to the Olympics in 1900; the second Olympiad in modern history. Women’s water polo was introduced to the Olympics in 1986. It has slowly, but steadily gained popularity in the...

UWW graduate shows off a cat decorated cap

Graduation cap creativity

Felicity Knabenbauer, Lifestyle Editor December 5, 2021

Creativity can be found in various areas throughout the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus. One does not have to look far to be within reach of one of the many artistic areas provided by the university....

Senior Tiana Scherzer and her family take a photo in front of a giant blow up Willie the Warhalk at Family Fest Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021.

Family Fest makes a comeback

Felicity Knabenbauer, Lifestyle Editor October 10, 2021

Dozens of children running swiftly around from activity to activity as cotton candy sticks out of their mouths. Their parents hurriedly walk behind them in equal excitement. Resonating around them is music...

Director of Recreation Sports and Facilities Gary Harms

Leaving a legacy

Devin Ulrich, Assistant Sports Editor September 27, 2020

Director Gary Harms spent 35 years leading Recreation Sports and Facilities at UW-Whitewater. He started as coordinator of intramural sports in 1985 and was named director of recreation sports and facilities...

Kylie McCombe, right, and her aunt, Jenny McCombe, look into Kachel Gym during a tour of the Williams Center.  UW-Whitewater admissions staff visited with incoming and prospective students and their families and guided small tour groups around campus on Thursday, July 16, 2020. (UW-Whitewater photo/Craig Schreiner)

Williams Center workout changes

Devin Ulrich, Assistant Sports Editor September 13, 2020

For those trying to keep off the COVID-19 (lbs), train or relieve stress, the Williams Center is open again this fall, but with some new guidelines.  The changes include wearing a mask while in the...

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