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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
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
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
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
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
Brian Bergstrom: From staff to head coach, a new legacy begins
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: Mohammed Islam
Editor Farewell: McKenna Scherer
Editor Farewell: McKenna Scherer
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor: Endorsing Sarah Kruger
Letter to the editor: Endorsing Sarah Kruger
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
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
The life of a student sex worker
The life of a student sex worker
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”
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”
“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”
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
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”
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”
Taylor Swift released her tenth studio album, Midnights on Oct. 21, 2022.
Music in Review: “Midnights”
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Jackie Larson with her granddaughter making a mask in their sewing machine. Larson has been making free masks for the community since the beginning of the pandemic.

Profile: “Mask Lady”, Jackie Larson

April 21, 2021
Gilbert Jordan IV, or more commonly known as Uncle Gil giving a haircut to Kevin Suber in his newly opened barbershop, called Uncle Gils Cutz, located located in the Kensington building in Winona, Minn.

Uncle Gil’s Cutz hopes to build community in Winona

April 14, 2021

Profile: Sapori di Sicilia

March 24, 2021

Students share differing thoughts on COVID-19 vaccine

March 17, 2021

Education students unsatisfied with online learning

March 3, 2021

Professor Profile: Ditlev Larsen, a Bob Dylan aficionado

February 17, 2021
An indoor setting of the cardio gym at the Winona YMCA. Due to COVID policy changes at the fitness center, many students have chosen to go to different gyms in the Winona area instead of the IWC.

Students look off campus for fitness centers amidst COVID

February 10, 2021

Professor publishes poetry collection

February 3, 2021

Winona prize showcases student writing

January 27, 2021
The Winona Little Warriors Drumline

Drumline creates community

November 18, 2020
Jovy Rockey, with her mayoral campaign team, volunteered at Truck to Trunk, a project funded by USDA Farmers to Families program on Saturday, Oct. 31. As part of the government relief program for COVID, this event was focused on distributing food to Winona.

Community leaders host food donation

November 4, 2020
Winona celebrates Halloween despite COVID restrictions

Winona celebrates Halloween despite COVID restrictions

October 28, 2020
On-campus soliciting continues despite COVID

On-campus soliciting continues despite COVID

October 21, 2020
WSU students screened for depression

WSU students screened for depression

October 14, 2020
Housing struggles with COVID-safe activities

Housing struggles with COVID-safe activities

September 30, 2020
Student Senate request denied by City Council

Student Senate request denied by City Council

September 23, 2020
Winona State welcomes new professors

Winona State welcomes new professors

September 16, 2020
COVID-19:How pets are handling sudden quarantine

COVID-19:How pets are handling sudden quarantine

April 29, 2020
Winona State students react to stay-at-home extension

Winona State students react to stay-at-home extension

April 22, 2020
Easter celebrations change during quarantine

Easter celebrations change during quarantine

April 15, 2020
Relay for Life sees changes during COVID-19 pandemic

Relay for Life sees changes during COVID-19 pandemic

April 8, 2020
Garofalo’s work honored fiction and non-fiction pieces

Garofalo’s work honored fiction and non-fiction pieces

March 25, 2020
Nicole Tompos, a double major in Communication Arts and Literature Teaching as well as English: Writing Emphasis, took first place in the poetry category of the 2020 Winona Prize in Creative Writing with her poem “Cyanide.” Tompos’s poem will be published in Winona State University’s annual literary and arts magazine, “Satori.”

Tompos awared for poem “Cyanide”

March 4, 2020
RHA and NRHH win awards

RHA and NRHH win awards

February 26, 2020
Local craftspeople and business owners gathered to sell their products at the Galentine’s Day event at the Winona Public Library on Thursday, February 13th. Along with the vendors and crafts, there were snacks, a s’mores bar and a hot cocoa bar open to the guests.

Galentine’s Day brightens public library for ladies

February 19, 2020
Super Bowl ad leads to new campaign for the city of Winona

Super Bowl ad leads to new campaign for the city of Winona

February 12, 2020
Esther Heyer has a booth at the Winona Farmers Market called Out on a Limb Orchard and Garden that has been selling fruit, vegetables, jams, jellies and more for the last 27 years. They donate their leftover products to the local churches to go to people in need.

Farmer’s Market produces organic items year-round

February 5, 2020
Kryzsko after hours? UPAC to host late-night event

Kryzsko after hours? UPAC to host late-night event

January 29, 2020
Winona state students Becca Braun, Allison Kleman, Ella Otto, Hannah Prondzinski, Erin Rademacher, Haley Ronayne and Erin Thomas rehearse the piece “I Am,” their choreographed piece for Dancescape by Jayde Grass, a WSU sophomore. The 2020 production of Dancescape will open on Thursday, February 13.

Dancescape celebrates 30th anniversary at WSU

January 22, 2020

Alumna creates TV series to boost small businesses

December 4, 2019
In a picture contributed by Warriors for Life, members of the pro-life club wrote messages about abortion and other issues surrounding it. The group chalked across campus the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 23.

Campus chalking raises debate

November 6, 2019
The WSU Dance Team followed behind the football team during the Game Day Experience on Saturday, Oct. 26. Their pep before the game helped push the football team to win against St. Cloud State University.

Game Day Experience celebrates three years

October 30, 2019

International club has spooky event

October 23, 2019
Members from Winona’s Chi Alpha ministry shout in excitement on the back of a truck during the 2019 Winona State Homecoming parade. The parade exemplified Winona State’s Homecoming theme, “Wild with Warrior Pride.”

Homecoming parade shows off wild side of campus

October 16, 2019
The “Winona County Rocks” Facebook group paints and hides rocks around Winona. People who find the rocks are encouraged to share the photo to the page and either keep or relocate the rock for someone else to find.

Facebook group rocks Winona County

October 9, 2019
Seniors Emalee Smith and Kimberly Olson sing Colbie Caillat’s “Brighter Than The Sun” while Olson accompanies on ukulele at Winona State’s Got Talent Preliminary Show on Sunday, Sept. 29.

Warriors showcase talent in performance

October 2, 2019
History Center takes Cal Fremling for eagle tour

History Center takes Cal Fremling for eagle tour

September 25, 2019
Winona State hosts “The Pain Behind the Badge” seminar

Winona State hosts “The Pain Behind the Badge” seminar

September 11, 2019
A century of calling Winona home

A century of calling Winona home

September 4, 2019
Dancers Sarah Abeln, Alexa Akemann, Jayde Grass, Kiirsti Linna, Hannah Ose, Hannah Prondzinski, Tatum Retter and Taylor Storlie perform Not So Fresh When You Have Senioritis at the Senior Dance Show on Wednesday, April 24. The dance was choreographed by senior Jenna Grochow as a part of her capstone project.

Senior Dance Show brings passion to life onstage

May 1, 2019
WarriorsINNOVATE winners announced to campus

WarriorsINNOVATE winners announced to campus

April 24, 2019
Memorials established after student death

Memorials established after student death

April 10, 2019
Colette Ghunim speaks in Start 120 on Wednesday, Feb 27 about harassment against women in the Middle East, the presentation also addressed theories about how to end injustice in Mexico and Palestine. This talk was the first of many co-sponsored by the inclusion and diversity department to celebrate women throughout Womens History Month.

Documentary supports Women’s History Month

March 6, 2019
Earth Talk stresses sustainability with food

Earth Talk stresses sustainability with food

February 27, 2019
Winona State students and community members await the beginning of “BlacKkKlansman,” directed by Spike Lee. The movie showing is part of the Resilience series in honor of Black History Month.

Black History represented in film series

February 20, 2019
Transfer students bring new faces to campus

Transfer students bring new faces to campus

January 30, 2019
NRHH hosts You Light Up My Life

NRHH hosts “You Light Up My Life”

December 5, 2018
Residence Hall hosts Friendsgiving

Residence Hall hosts Friendsgiving

November 28, 2018
Winona State University students attend Ted Talk Tuesday in the Student Activities Center, co-facilitated by Nathel Kaiyeepu.

TED Talk discusses following dreams

November 7, 2018
Members of the Winona State football team participate in the Restorative Flow Movement Pattern program which was designed to help athletes recover from hard practices or injuries.

RoFlow program aids student athletes

October 31, 2018
Aiden is the 6 year-old boxer pug who has taken over the hour long therapy dog slot in place of Winston on Monday nights from 4 to 5 p.m. in IWC 267. Aiden loves to sit in peoples laps and give big wet kisses.

‘Afternoons with Aiden’ accompanies therapist

October 24, 2018
Counseling services offers free screenings

Counseling services offers free screenings

October 17, 2018
College Democrats encourages voting

College Democrats encourages voting

October 17, 2018
Derek Harms was a student at Winona State from 2015 until his death on April 9, 2018 from a snowboarding accident. His friends and family remember him as a kind, friendly person who always wore a smile.

Student memorialized six months after death

October 3, 2018
New RAs stand outside of Somsen Hall during their training week, their shirts display the new WISE logo which represents Housings mission statement of being welcoming, inclusive, safe and engaging and each building staff received a different color.

Underclassmen take on RA postitions

September 19, 2018
The new members of Tri Sigma pose behind their greek letters during the Bid Day celebration at the Gazebo on Sunday, Sept. 9.

Women find their girl gang with Panhellenic council

September 12, 2018
In this photo from our April 18 edition, the new education village, located on Waubasha Street, is being remodeled for education majors.

Education Village renames building after professor

September 5, 2018
Professor Craig Upright, a sociology professor at Winona State, won the 2017-18 Professor of the Year, after having won the same award last year as a result of his efforts to help his students.

Craig Upright: Profile on professor of the year

April 25, 2018
Mr. Katz (Adam Calcagno) walks away from Jackie (Stephanie Trypuc) in the spring play “Hot L Baltimore.” The play ran April 11-14 on the Vivian Fusillo Main Stage Theatre.

Large cast makes “Hot L Baltimore” succeed

April 18, 2018
Duke enjoys the attention at the Pups for Parasite Prevention event on Thursday, April 5 at the gazebo. Baked goods and dog treats were sold to raise awareness about the dangers parasites pose to dogs and why treatment is important.

Biology class informs students on parasites

April 11, 2018
Minnesota state Senator Jeremy Miller, met with students in Minne Hall on Thursday, March 29 to speak about his plans for Winona State and for the state. $5 Pizza was provided by the student organizers.

Winona Senator discusses politics with students

April 4, 2018
Susie Przybylski is a Chartwells employee who has worked as a dish washer in the Jack Kane cafeteria on Winona States main campus for the last 40 years. The thing she loves most about her job is the people and campus atmosphere.

Susie Przybylski: A profile on a loyal employee

March 28, 2018

English professor publishes book

March 21, 2018
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