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Scott Sorvaag steps into the position of Dean for the College of Education at Winona State University. Sorvaags focus is on the bigger picture and plans to help others find solutions to complex problems in their community.

New Dean of the College of Education is “all in”

Every year, the cost of tuition in the United States increases. A tuition freeze would mean that MN State colleges and universities would not be able to raise the cost of tuition fees for a period of about one to two years. This situation could be beneficial to students who are struggling to pay and keep up with the rising costs of tuition and textbooks.

Minnesota state surplus and what it means for WSU

The proposed plan for the new residence hall, Mark and Main. The current properties were recently purchased by Winona State University on the corner of Mark Street and Main Street.

WSU Foundation buys properties for future residence hall

Eric Schulz, a fifth year at Winona State, described his experience at Model Legislation. “I loved every minute of the experience, although very stressful at times. I was able to make connections with classmates that I would not have without the experience, as well as watch a future generation of children practice such an awesome and important part of our democracy,”.

Winona Model Legislature reconvenes for 60th year

Najib Azad was the former spokesperson of for the last President of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani. He has also written a book about the fall of Afghanistan, “Beyond Evacuation: From the Himalayas to the Statue of Liberty”. Najib spoke about his experiences in Afghanistan and educated Winona State that its citizens are more than what news and media portray.

Winona State Hosts Najib Azad for Global Education Week

Center Ava Sergio fights off a defender to attempt a layup. The fourth-year led her team in offensive rebounds against Northern State University.

Warrior basketball ends losing streak with a close match

Men’s basketball crushes University of Minnesota-Duluth

Spring sports look to continue off of last years success. Warriors will have a chance to watch Track and Field, Baseball, Softball and Tennis this semester.

Winona State’s promising spring sports preview

Gaudet hugging Roth after a success- ful performance at the WIAC with Sydney Parsons in the back.

Warrior gymnastics has a successful weekend after a tough season so far

The Winona State Warriors took on the Upper lowa Peacocks on Tuesday, November 22nd. The Warriors & Peacocks fought a close match with Upper lowa winning with a 3 point buzzer beater (81-82). Connor Dillon lead the scoring with 20
points.

Men’s basketball’s undefeated streak ends

First-year nursing student Phoebe DeBates uses a whiteboard to study topics as a productive method she uses to study. Taking breaks and seeking meaningful activities to do every day helps her cope with stress with a heavy course load.

Tips for students coping with stress in college

Minnesota state surplus and what it means for WSU

Winona State University Children’s Center plans to make upgrades to their playgrounds on the premise of Helble Hall. These changes will seek to better the safety and enjoyment of children.

The WSU Children’s Center raising funds for improved outdoor play spaces

WSU Foundation buys properties for future residence hall

Brian Bergstrom: From staff to head coach, a new legacy begins

Matthew Perrys memoir was published on Nov. 1 2022. The book goes over Perrys time in Hollywood and struggle with drugs.

Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry

Glass Onion is Rian Johnsons sequel to the murder-mystery Knives Out. The film stars a slew of talent and released in theatres for a week before making its way to Netflix on Dec. 23.

Film Review: “Glass Onion”

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is Marvel Studios latest film and was released on Nov. 11 2022. The sequel to Ryan Cooglers smash hit in 2018 follows the nation of Wakanda struggling after the loss of their king.

Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

“X” was released on Mar. 18, 2022 and stars Jenna Ortega, Mia Goth, Brittany Snow, and Kid Cudi. The film is a horror/slasher that features adult actors attempting to film an adult film.

Film Review: “X”

Wendell and Wild released on Oct. 21, 2022 and was directed by Henry Selick. The film stars Lyric Ross as Kat, a 13 year-old girl who is accompanied by her two personal demons, Wendell and Wild (Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele respectivly).

Film Review: “Wendell and Wild”

Editor Farewell: Mohammed Islam

Editor Farewell: McKenna Scherer

Letter to the editor

Letter to the editor: Endorsing Sarah Kruger

Letter to the Editor

TV Review: “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story”

Amala Ekpunobi, a speaker from PragerU. She returns again to Winona State University on Oct. 14 after speaking at the campus last year.

Letter to the editor: statement on Ekpunobi event

Letter to the editor

Remembering Chadwick Boseman

The life of a student sex worker

Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry

Film Review: “Glass Onion”

Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

Winona State University’s Theatre and Dance Department presented their own production of “Grease” from Nov. 16-19, displaying four fantastic and charismatic performances. A rather surprising moment in the show was when Kenickie (Joshua Harrison) entered the scene by driving a miniature ‘50s truck on stage.

Theatre and Dance Dept. presents an electrifying production of “Grease”

Film Review: “X”

Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry

Dr. Kimberly Blaeser, an Anishinaabe poet, read a selection of poems from her book, “Copper Yearning”, at Krueger Library on Nov. 10. The sound of rain hit the windows and created a lush atmosphere as she presented.

Kimberly Blaeser closes out Indigenous people’s month events with poetry reading and gallery viewing

Winona State University’s CMST 290 class, Disability Communication and Culture, put on their bi-annual Disability Culture Celebration Art Show. This showcased artwork made by people with disabilities. The event also hosted a keynote speaker.

Disability culture art show de-stigmatizes and celebrates disability

Winona State University hosted guest-speaker Bill Nye on Nov. 1. Nye blended comedy and science to explain topics like the effects of climate change and the vastness of space.

Record-breaking Bill Nye event encourages climate activism

Oct. 28, No Name Bar hosted “Sexy Spooktacular” a 21+ burlesque show which had ten performers stripping to the music in a gratifying and confident production.

Burlesque in Winona! Burly Bluffs return for “Sexy Spooktacular”

Film Review: “Glass Onion”

Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

Film Review: “X”

Film Review: “Wendell and Wild”

Taylor Swift released her tenth studio album, Midnights on Oct. 21, 2022.

Music in Review: “Midnights”

The WSU Children’s Center raising funds for improved outdoor play spaces

On Wednesday Nov. 2, International Student Services hosted an international coffee hour in Gildemeister Hall. This event is typically held on the first Wednesday of each month. The events offer a chance for students to interact with other students from around the world in an educationally-focused environment. Depending on what the students decide, the events can range from very casual to quite organized.

Photo Story: International Coffee Hour

The 2022 Winona State University Homecoming parade ran down Huff St. on Oct. 22 and hosted a number of campus clubs and organizations.

Disco down Huff: Winona State homecoming parade brings community together

The First Tuesday Laureate Writers Series was returned on Oct. 4 at the Blue Heron Coffeehouse after a two year hiatus.

A Homecoming: Steve McCown headlines return of writers series

The second annual I Love WSU Day was hosted Sept. 7 on campus. The event aimed to show off available clubs and offer a wide variety of activities for students like a dunk tank, mini-golf, and brightly colored inflatables.

“I Love WSU Day” returns bigger and better for second year

Photo Story: International Coffee Hour

R.I.C.E. Club was formed to focus on forming bonds between people. R.I.C.E. stands for Racial Integra- tion and Cultural Enrichment.

New R.I.C.E. club promotes diversity and inclusivity

New food option, “Chaat House” is now open in Zaness At The Corner space. The food lineup offers Indian cuisine and rotates with other foods like pasta and quesadillas.

Zane’s debuts Indian food option, “Chaat House”

ZaZa’s is nearing the end of their renovation and has advertised looking to hire a full staff. It’s location is right across from Sheehan Hall on Winona State University’s Main Campus.

ZaZa’s set to officially reopen this March

WAV Nutrition’s new space offers a side room where WAV offers yoga classes and boxing through a part- nership with another local business, Longevity Boxing Club.

WAV Nutrition starts off new year in new location

Tips for students coping with stress in college

Taylor Kline, Madison Nelson, Kailee Johnson and Kaysey Price sit at a table in Kryzsko Commons. These graduate students worked together on an advocacy project for a marginalized group in their Foundations of Counseling class.

Graduate students create informational website for affirming and inclusive sex education

Disability culture art show de-stigmatizes and celebrates disability

Skipping classes is something that almost every student has done in their time at college. Whether it is because of work, extracurriculars or just wanting to sleep in, skipping class can be addictive since there are few consequences at the time.

Skipping class: the cost of absence

Starting the week of Oct. 17, students can experience the services Peer-to-Peer provides. There are no costs associated with the program. Peer counselors provide up to five hours of available meeting times per week at The WELL in IWC 138.

New peer counseling program provides greater access to therapeutic services

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