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Lack of Gluten-Free food options in the Jack Kane Ding Hall on Winona State campus for those who need Gluten-Free options. Student searches for gluten-free bread in the dining hall, yet there is barely any bread left.
Gluten Free Meals – The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
Dave Marck talking about improvisation during jazz at the DuFresne Performing Arts Center. Marck grew up in La Crosse and performs in the area each year.
Marck, Music and Memories
Advertisement for Comedy Troupe, at the doors of Harriet Johnson Auditorium
Second City Theatre Troupe Show – Coming soon to WSU!
Brett Favre Takes Winona by Storm
Brett Favre Takes Winona by Storm
Warrior football player tries to escape a tackle form an opposing player.
Warrior Game Day Experience Preps Crowd for an Excellent Game
Volleyball match between Winona State vs Augustana University on Sept. 21, 2023, at McCown Gymnasium, Winona MN. Warriors were trying out fancy smash even after falling behind with points. Their confidence gave them a big win.
Women’s Volleyball: Dominating win for Winona State in their first home match
Winona State University’s Women’s Volleyball Team poses for a team picture.
Winona State Snags Their First Win in the NSIC at Home
Men’s Soccer Club Team Photo
Men’s Soccer Club: A New Era for the WSU Athletics
RA at East Lake building D Garrett Haugen stands outside his bulidling. RAs are required to hold events and in his event he brought his dog, Oscar, out for his residences to destress.
Stressful yet Fulfilling: A Look into the Life of an RA
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
WSU students being interviewed for The Poll.
The Poll: Are you a Feminist?
September 9th, 2023, Jacob Gifford poses on his favorite throne in Stark Hall reading the last edition of The Winonan. Gifford has a true sense of appreciation for where he chooses to relive himself while on campus. Read to find the hot spots on campus where you should try next time you need to go.
Shine or Stink: Ranking WSU bathrooms
Smiling brightly, Joe Eichele says goodbye to The Winonan.
Editor Farewell: Joe Eichele
Smiling brightly, Gabriel Hathaway says goodbye to The Winonan.
Editor Farewell: Gabriel Hathaway
Smiling brightly, Joe Eichele says goodbye to The Winonan.
Editor Farewell: Joe Eichele
Smiling brightly, Gabriel Hathaway says goodbye to The Winonan.
Editor Farewell: Gabriel Hathaway
Smiling brightly, Syerah Mulhern-Allred says goodbye to The Winonan.
Editor Farewell: Syerah Mulhern-Allred
Editor Farewell: Mohammed Islam
Editor Farewell: Mohammed Islam
Editor Farewell: McKenna Scherer
Editor Farewell: McKenna Scherer
September 9th, 2023, Jacob Gifford poses on his favorite throne in Stark Hall reading the last edition of The Winonan. Gifford has a true sense of appreciation for where he chooses to relive himself while on campus. Read to find the hot spots on campus where you should try next time you need to go.
Shine or Stink: Ranking WSU bathrooms
TV Review: “Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story”
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
Letter to the editor
Remembering Chadwick Boseman
Remembering Chadwick Boseman
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
Wes Anderson’s newest film “Asteriod City” was released on June 16th, 2023. It has a clear stylistic flair, but still carries the emotional sincerity only Anderson can create. Illustration by Lucy Severson
Asteroid City: More than Just Style
Baribe and Oppenheimer movies compete in theaters.
The Bomb vs. the Bombshell: Barbenheimer
Comedian Drew Lynch visited Winona State University on April 12. Lynch was brought on behalf of the Warrior Entertainment Network. Much of the show was heavily based around interactions between Lynch and the audience which made for a unique and humorous show.
Stand-up comedian Drew Lynch humors Winona State
Oliver Harry (left) and Gavin Anderson McElligott (right) in William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” put on by the Winona State University Theater and Dance Department.
Anything goes in Shakespeare’s comedy, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Carolyn Porter visited Winona State University to read excerpts from her book, Marcel’s Letters: A Font and the Search for One Man’s Fate.
Visiting author, Carolyn Porter, and the story behind her book, “Marcel’s Letters: A Font and the Search for One Man’s Fate”
Louisa Schirmackcher and Kailey Doeseckle performing “Man or Muppet“ for their first ever talent show.
Wenonah Players: persevering through performance
Eds No Name Bar is home to the 3rd annual Woman and Non-Binary art show from Feb. 28-April 1. On display is a variety of artwork from members of the community who represent this marginalized community. Above is a piece created and contributed by Sophia Sailer.
Third-annual Women and Non-Binary Art Show highlights local artists and builds community
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
Wes Anderson’s newest film “Asteriod City” was released on June 16th, 2023. It has a clear stylistic flair, but still carries the emotional sincerity only Anderson can create. Illustration by Lucy Severson
Asteroid City: More than Just Style
Baribe and Oppenheimer movies compete in theaters.
The Bomb vs. the Bombshell: Barbenheimer
RA at East Lake building D Garrett Haugen stands outside his bulidling. RAs are required to hold events and in his event he brought his dog, Oscar, out for his residences to destress.
Stressful yet Fulfilling: A Look into the Life of an RA
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
Photo taken from The Los Angeles Times - profile of Luke Bryan, country singer.
Country Star Luke Bryan Donates to Students at Winona State University
Photo Story: I ❤ WSU Day
The Winona State University International Club and International Student & Scholar Services teamed up to host a celebration of culture. Pictured above is Yujiro Nakano, a kendama World Cup champion. Nakano is one of many international students who performed for the audience.
Annual International Night: Crossroads of Culture
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
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
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
September 9th, 2023, Jacob Gifford poses on his favorite throne in Stark Hall reading the last edition of The Winonan. Gifford has a true sense of appreciation for where he chooses to relive himself while on campus. Read to find the hot spots on campus where you should try next time you need to go.
Shine or Stink: Ranking WSU bathrooms
What are the effects of Marijuana?
To Smoke or not to Smoke: Marijuana Legalization in the State of Minnesota
The three panelists for Tuesdays panel were TL Jordan (they/them), Organizing Manager at Planned Parenthood North Central States; Kat Rohn (she/they), Executive Director of Outfront MN who is a transgender woman; and Jay Belisto (they/them), Political Organizer at Gender Justice and UnRestrict Minnesota.
Panel discusses intersection between gender affirming healthcare and reproductive justice
According to the Take Back the Night foundation, Take Back the Night first started in America in the 1970s after incidents of violence against women gathered media attention in Philadelphia, San Francisco and Los Angeles. In Winona, Take Back the Night has occurred since the 1980s.
Students march for first “Take Back the Night” since overturning of Roe v. Wade
Winona State University's Newspaper since 1919

The Winonan
Winona State University's Newspaper since 1919

The Winonan
Jacob Gifford

Jacob Gifford, Features Writer

Jacob Gifford (They/He) is a photographer and a features writer for the Winonan and started in fall 2023. Jacob is in his third year at Winona State and is studying Psychology with a minor in Philosophy and Women, Gender, and Sexuality studies.

Besides working for The Winonan, Jacob is also the Vice president of Philosophy Club at Winona State.

In his free time, Jacob enjoys hanging out with friends, longboarding, playing videogames, and writing and playing music. Jacob also enjoys going to concerts of local bands.

All content by Jacob Gifford
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.

[Photo] Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know

September 27, 2023
Lack of Gluten-Free food options in the Jack Kane Ding Hall on Winona State campus for those who need Gluten-Free options. Student searches for gluten-free bread in the dining hall, yet there is barely any bread left.

[Photo] Gluten Free Meals – The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly

September 27, 2023
September 9th, 2023, Jacob Gifford poses on his favorite throne in Stark Hall reading the last edition of The Winonan. Gifford has a true sense of appreciation for where he chooses to relive himself while on campus. Read to find the hot spots on campus where you should try next time you need to go.

Shine or Stink: Ranking WSU bathrooms

Jacob Gifford, Features Writer
September 13, 2023
Student walking through campus at night on September 9th, 2023. Most cases through title IX take a year to get processed.

[Photo] Lending a Hand: Title IX and what it means for you

September 13, 2023
Kenneth Janz was interviewed on September 1, 2023 in his new office in Somsen Hall. A Sit-Down Chat with the New Interim President Kenneth Janz. Janz outlines his goals for the university and how he got the position.

[Photo] Kenneth Janz – Winona State University’s Interim president for 2023-24

September 6, 2023
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