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A new jail has arrived in Winona! As of December 12th, 2023, a new jail has replaced the old one located on 203 W 3rd St. Winona.
Zoom Court: New Jail in Winona
Winona Mall entrance.
Half of Winona Mall Staying
Sugar Loaf stands tall beside the water, as the Winona Symphony Orchestra presents it’s water-themed pieces in the Minnesota Marine Art Museum for many guests to enjoy.
Minnesota Marine Art Museum Collaborates with Winona Symphony Orchestra
The entrance to the Education Village Building.
Education Village Celebrates Five Year Anniversary
The Winona State Play on! playbill from an exciting, entertaining and comedic night for the audience in the DuFresne Performing Arts Center.
WSU Theater Department Presents “Play On!
Winona State University’s women’s softball teams Their current score is fourteen wins and eight losses in the conference and 30 wins and 18 losses overall.
Softball Splits their Weeks Wins
Winona State dance team performs on Maxwell Field.
Winona State Dance Team Heads to Nationals!
The Black Katts and Gustavus Alolphus women’s rugby club in a scrum.
Women’s Rugby Has an Outstanding Game Against Gustavus
The Winona State women’s softball team faced Bemidji State University on April 6th at Maynard R. Johnson field.
Winona State Softball blows away competition
Cole Fuecker poses for a shot. The fifth-year business administration major plays as an infield on the Winona State University’s baseball team.
Cole Fuecker: A Legacy On and Off the Field
I could write about all of my Winonan experiences for an entire printed Winonan edition and longer, so I’ll keep this to a limited list of fun memories and the people I have to thank in true academy award speech style.
Editor Farewell: Heidi Hanson
To Gabriel, (my Editor-in-Chief last year) but also who was my partner in crime, thank you for everything. You are such an amazing human and an amazing friend. I could count on you for anything, and you would always be there.
Editor-in-Cheif Farewell: Sophia Sailer
. Using wires, Schwabenbauer wove telephone wires and other materials into her pieces to create a series of unique and thought-provoking 3-D art. One piece that was introduced was called “Lonely, Get Connected.”
Flesh Garden: Senior Art Exhibiton
The meaning of Take Back the Night is more than just about providing a space for conversation, community and healing, but also to provide a place for people to feel outrage at the systems in place and to advocate for change.
Conversation, Community, and Healing: Winona State Hosts Annual Take Back the Night Event
Sydney Porter, Jack Mulvaney and Alex Peachey are this year’s winners of the annual Winona Prize competition in creative writing. The three writers wrote fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction pieces respectively.
Winona Prize Winners for Creative Writing
Building in Winona.
Staying in Winona – an Opinion Piece
The Poll: How do you feel about the current immigration process?
The Poll: How do you feel about the current immigration process?
The Poll: What does Martin Luther King Jr. Day mean to you?
The Poll:Indigenous Day Trivia
The Poll:Indigenous Day Trivia
Students are interviewed around Winona State University campus about who they would like to see speak on campus? Who would you want to see speak here?
The Poll: Who do Winona State students want to see on campus
The Poll: What does Martin Luther King Jr. Day mean to you?
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
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
Poor Things won a variety of Oscars in the latest Academy Awards Season. The cinematography and acting are the two aspects that excel throughout this film.
“Poor Things” Review: A Missing Piece
This year, a limited five-part documentary series called “Quiet on Set” was released, talking about the abusive and toxic environment created in these shows.
Quiet on Set: The dark side of children’s shows
Dune part one is available for streaming, and Dune part two is available in movie theaters all around the world.
Dune Part Two Movie Review
. Receiving critical as well as commercial success and having one of the biggest debuts for the studio and achieving them their second Oscar for best animated feature: “The Boy and the Heron.”
The Boy and the Heron: 2nd Oscar for Studio Ghibli
“Past Lives” is available for streaming now on Paramount+ and covers themes of nostalgia and love.
Head and Heart in the Same Place: Past Lives Movie Review
Michael Torres begins his reading with his favorite poem, “All American Mexican” from his book “An incomplete List of Names”.
Michael Torres, author of An Incomplete List of Names, visits WSU
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
Poor Things won a variety of Oscars in the latest Academy Awards Season. The cinematography and acting are the two aspects that excel throughout this film.
“Poor Things” Review: A Missing Piece
This year, a limited five-part documentary series called “Quiet on Set” was released, talking about the abusive and toxic environment created in these shows.
Quiet on Set: The dark side of children’s shows
Dune part one is available for streaming, and Dune part two is available in movie theaters all around the world.
Dune Part Two Movie Review
. Receiving critical as well as commercial success and having one of the biggest debuts for the studio and achieving them their second Oscar for best animated feature: “The Boy and the Heron.”
The Boy and the Heron: 2nd Oscar for Studio Ghibli
Anatomy of a Fall, directed by Justine Triet, is a drama focusing on the many layers of the death of Samuel Maleski.
Anatomy of a Fall: Murder of a Husband
The mural in the entrance of Somsen Hall was commissioned in the 1930s as part of the Work Projects Administration (WPA). The mural’s purpose was to show the beginnings of Winona, however, the painter John Martin Socha, painted this mural with a “lens of mainstream ideology at the time” according to the piece commissioned in 2017 called “Somsen Hall Mural Context: The Founding of Winona and the Somsen Hall WPA Mural” by Iyekiyapiwin Darlene St. Clair form St. Cloud State University and Jill Ahlberg Yohe from Minneapolis Institute of Art.
One voice in millions: Mural in Somsen
Some showers in residence halls at WSU are only divided by curtains, causing students to question security.
Safety and Security in the Residence Halls: Are Shower Curtains Enough?
Interior of studio, located at 302 Mankato Avenue, Suite A, Winona, MN
Perception: Body and Pole
Janelle “Nellie” Wollenburg passed away on Dec. 29, 2023 at age 37. She was an incredibly hard-working student and mother and made a large impact on the Healthcare Leadership program in just the first semester she was taking classes.
“A Natural Light in the World:” The Loss of Janelle “Nellie” Wollenburg
Dresses displayed in the lobby of the Performing Arts Center.
Wenonah Players Hosts Thrift Pop-Up Event
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
The “Freshman 15” is often used as a scare tactic for incoming college freshmen because of the normal bodily shifts and changes that occur during this time. How much is this affecting students?
The Freshman 15 – Factual or Fatphobia?
During Thursday night on Oct. 24., the amount of rain was so drastic, an email was sent out to students about relocating their cars in the gravel lot due to ankle high rain fall. Students stood outside of the Quad and Prentiss- Lucas hoping to get soaked from cars passing by. The next day, the volleyball courts in front of PL are proof of that. Students have called it the ‘PL Pool”.
Weather Trouble – Flooding in Prentiss-Lucas on Oct. 24
The remnants of a party are left on a table while students drink in the background.
School Spirit or Alcoholism?
In the new period products dispensers, you can find both pads and tampons.
Red Marks the Spot: Period products now fully available on campus
Using a AI image software called Midjourney and a photo taken in Krysko Courtyard, the final image seen above is changed into a AI version using the prompt spiral to alter the image.
AI: The Beginning or the End?
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Jiovani Bermudez

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer

Jiovani A. Bermudez is a photographer and features reporter for The Winonan as of late spring 2022. He is currently in his fourth year at Winona State University majoring in mass communication with a focus on creative digital media.

Besides photography for The Winonan, Bermudez is currently involved with the university's student radio KQAL as a production assistant and hosting "Jazz Cafe" on Fridays from 9 AM - 12 PM. He also a member of the Dev Team for Cubeify games.

In his free time, Bermudez enjoys playing a multitude of games, biking around Winona, writing, and engaging in discussion about poetry, philosophy, politics, mythology, and games.

Bermudez hopes to make games to share the stories he has written in his favorite medium of entertainment. He also hopes to put his efforts towards voice work.

All content by Jiovani Bermudez

The Native Land of Wenonah

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
November 29, 2023
Photo from visitwinona.com. “Sometimes There’s Wine,” an entertaining comedy show, was presented at the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts from Nov. 3 - 12. The show was a collection of four micro-narratives that all came together by the end of the play.

“Sometimes There’s Wine” Play Review

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
November 15, 2023
KQAL Sign Showing someone is on the Air. The person currently can be heard across Winona and as far as Rochester.

This is 89.5, KQAL. Your Radio Alternative.” Profile

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
November 1, 2023
A college student looking at the night sky over Winona.

Winona Skywatchers: Astronomic Events coming Soon

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
October 26, 2023

Off The Pages Episode 8

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
October 18, 2023
Co-artists Patrick Lichty and Negin Ehtesabian have been married for over five years. Although they hold a strong bond they are unable to be with each other in the same place. Through art, they show how they communicate and icons from both of their countries.

Seeing Culture Through a Glass Darkly

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
October 11, 2023
The Mass Communications department has a graduate program, which students from all over the country attend and take classes through.

Mass Communications: The New Frontier – a new Graduate Program

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
October 4, 2023
Co-Presidents of the College Republicans Jason Hoeft and Samuel Persche in front of the American Flag.

[Photo] Wazoo Doesn’t Want a Coup! Political Identities at Winona State

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 4, 2023
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass

No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
September 27, 2023
A women holding a bag of groceries in front of the WSU sign by Phelps Hall. “With rising cost of food, some students are finding it hard to obtain the necessary sustenance they need.”

David vs. Goliath: Economically being a Student in 2023

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
September 20, 2023

[Video] Off the Pages: Episode 7

September 14, 2023
After receiving a stray ball, WSU football looks at the rest of his team practice.

[Photo] Winona State Football Team dominates Concordia St. Paul at NSIC Opener

Kailey Doeseckle, Sports Editor
September 13, 2023

Off the Pages: Episode 6

Jiovani Bermudez and Alexander Charles
April 29, 2023

Off the Pages: Episode 5

Jiovani Bermudez and Alexander Charles
April 20, 2023
Kathy Mouacheupao visited Winona State University on April 5 to present at their Expanding Perspectives Speaker series. Mouacheupao spoke on her experieces growing up in Saint Paul, which is home to the highest population of Hmong people in the United States. As the child of refugees, she lived in an in-between state of Hmong culture and American culture.

[Photo] Expanding Perspectives Series speaker talks about cultural power of art

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
April 12, 2023
Dr. Peter Miene has served as the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts for over ten years. This year he will end his career of 30+ years at Winona State. He plans to settle down in the warmth of Arizona and will enjoy not having to shovel any more driveways in Minnesota.

[Photo] Dean of the College of Liberal Arts retiring after 31 years at WSU

Madeline Mill, News Reporter
April 12, 2023

Off the Pages: Episode 4

Jiovani Bermudez and Alexander Charles
April 10, 2023

[Video] Off the Pages: Episode 3

April 4, 2023

Off the Pages: Episode 2

Jiovani Bermudez and Alexander Charles
March 29, 2023
The Darrell W. Krueger Library has seen changes in recent years with staffing and hours due to inflation and student enrollment.

[Photo] Winona State loses databases due to continued budget issues

Madeline Mill, News Reporter
March 29, 2023

Off the Pages: Episode 1

Jiovani Bermudez and Alexander Charles
March 21, 2023
On Friday, March 17, Winona State hosted the Engineering Machine Design Contest in the Baldwin Lounge of Kryzsko Commons. The Contest’s goal is to help kids develop the hands-on skills that it takes to be in engineering. Pictured above is the machine that took third place.

[Photo] Engineering Machine Design Contest returns to Winona State University

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
March 20, 2023
Jena Archer, a graduate student at the Winona State University Writing Center. With the English graduate program’s funding being cut, the Writing Center’s available hours could drop as low as 30 to 40 hours which would challenge the center to keep open.

[Photo] Impacts of English’s graduate program ending by Spring 2024

Gabriel Hathaway, Editor-In-Chief
March 15, 2023
On Feb. 15, 2023, Ed’s No Name Bar held an exhibition for La Vonte Thompson’s latest installment of “GIVE ME MY FLOWERS” which focused primarily on black women and girls.

[Photo] “GIVE ME MY FLOWERS”: photography exhibition exalts black women and girls

Madeline Mill, News Reporter
February 22, 2023
Winona State students posing with their award for Best Picture at the 2023 annual “48-Hour Video Dash” with thier film, “Good Mournin’”. Pictured from left to right: Isaac Tepolt, Jayden Tummel, Lilly Rowland and Julia Moran.

[Photo] The fast, furious and fantastic films of the 48-Hour Video Dash

Madeline Mill, News Reporter
February 15, 2023
Danielle Schwartz Schwartz teaches Film Studies and Production classes to students interested in film at Winona State University. She believes in the the film program and what it can provide for students who pursue a career in the industry as she did.

[Photo] Film professor profile: Danielle Schwartz

Reanne Weil, News Editor
February 8, 2023
On Wednesday, Jan. 18, Winona State University implemented their new ParkMobile system as an option for vehicles to be parked near campus. The price of these metered spots runs 2 dollars an hour and allows drivers to park in metered spots located in the Kryzsko Commons lot as well as Johnson Street.

[Photo] ParkMobile app replaces parking meters around campus

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
January 30, 2023
Seth Wing, Winona State Universitys new head baseball coach. Wing is a WSU alumnus and played for the Warriors between 1999 and 2003.

[Photo] Seth Wing: Taking over the field

Kailey Doeseckle, Sports Editor
November 16, 2022
Dr. Jennifer Anderson has begun hosting monthly opportunities to view various exciting objects in the night sky. The observatory resides on top of Minné Hall. These meetings rely on clear night skies which gazers rely heavily on.

[Photo] Gateway to the stars: observatory reopens!

Gabriel Hathaway, Editor-In-Chief
November 2, 2022
Matt (Matthew) Kellogg has allegedly resigned from head coach of the Winona State University womens soccer team.

[Photo] Head soccer coach resigns after verbal abuse allegations

Sophia Sailer, Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2022
Ekpunobi reminded the audience that as long as race and sex exist, racism and sexism will exist. The speaker acknowledged the past hardships of the people of color in America but does not believe in systematic or institutional racism.

[Photo] PragerU speaker sparks controversy and discourse at Winona State

Olivia Prondzinski, News Reporter
October 19, 2022
On Friday, Sept. 9, Winona based band “Karate Chop Silence” hosted the second annual “Karate Camp.” This weekend-long event is a music festival dedicated to local bands and artists.

Music festival ‘Karate Camp’ celebrates local musicians

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
September 16, 2022
Cubeify Logo, a video game company created by Jaquil Gary.

WSU Student Spearheads independent game company

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
September 7, 2022
Winona State community joined on Johnson Street to celebrate a pre-game experience for the Purple vs. White scrimmage.

Spring game day experience wows new football coach

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
April 27, 2022

What is the Metaverse? Winona State professors discuss

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
April 20, 2022
“Relay for Life“ ended with $3,000 raised, adding to their previous raised funds, totaling to about $7,000 donated to the American Cancer Society.

WSU hosts “Relay for Life” for first time in years

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
April 13, 2022
Contributed photo from Tommy. Thomas “Tommy” Brian Koppy is a fourth-year Winona State University student from northern St. Paul. Tommy had his first public performance at the American Legion on March 25. and then went on to perform at Stockyards, a bar in Dodge, Wis., raising money for “Stop Soldier Suicide”.

Student Profile: Tommy Koppy

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
April 6, 2022
There have been International Night events for 20 years, each aiming to bring the world‘s cul- ture outside the U.S. to Winona State students‘ doorsteps.

International Night at Winona State flourishes in person again

Jiovani Bermudez, Photographer
March 30, 2022
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