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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-Chief 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
This once-a-year event aims to uplift the voices of sexual assault survivors through various activities such as speakers, creative demonstrations, as well as a marching protest through Winona.
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
“Monkey Man,” considered by some critics as the south-Asian “John Wick”, makes an amazing rendition of Indian culture and important themes surrounding it, highlighting the community known as ”Hijra.”
“Monkey Man” Available in Film Theaters Around USA
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
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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Editor Farewell: Kristin Kovalsky

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April 21, 2021

Local activist group speaks out against juvenile center

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
April 21, 2021

New bell-ringing graduation tradition to begin this year

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
April 7, 2021

Winona State student presents to Student Senate aiming to support transgender and non-binary students

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
March 31, 2021

Regional arts council supports artists state-wide and at WSU

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
March 24, 2021
Food lines the shelves at the Warrior Cupboard.

Warrior Cupboard sees increased use during COVID

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
March 10, 2021
According to the Assistant professor in the health, exercise and rehabilitative sciences program, Connie Mettille; the courses are designed for learning about mental health issues that are prevalent. The two courses where students can be certified in mental health first aid through the National Alliance on Mental Illness are Mental Health and Society-Youth and Mental Health and Society-Adult.

WSU considers requiring mental health courses

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
March 3, 2021

WSU cancels study abroad and limits travel

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
February 17, 2021

Visiting artist Jamie Ho collaborates with WSU

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy editor
February 10, 2021

WSU 2020 alum hired by the university

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
February 3, 2021

Winona State first in Minnesota State system to offer new public health major

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
January 27, 2021

Campus reaches more than 100 COVID-19 guideline violations

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
December 2, 2020

Statistics professor receives 3 year grant

Kristin Kovalsky, copy editor
November 18, 2020

Geoscience professor receives NASA grant

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
November 11, 2020

Grad. nursing chairperson earns Fellowship

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
November 4, 2020
The Warrior Esports Lounge is open to students with eight gaming PC’s, six Nintendo Switch’s and five 65” Sony TV’s for use. Students must wear a mask inside, social distance and sanitize the equipment after they are done playing.

WSU opens Esports lounge

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
October 28, 2020
Winona State University is hosting a virtual fall open house for high school seniors which runs throughout the day. The virtual tours do not require a prior reservation unlike on-campus visits.

Winona State offers virtual open house

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
October 14, 2020
WSU talks campus safety levels

WSU talks campus safety levels

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
October 7, 2020
Winona State offers free COVID-19 testing

Winona State offers free COVID-19 testing

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
September 23, 2020
Winona State re-opens Prentiss-Lucas

Winona State re-opens Prentiss-Lucas

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
September 17, 2020
Elizabeth Peine; a WSU senior and Technical Support Center Employee on her way to class wearing a face covering by the Gazebo on Thursday, Sept. 3. Students and staff are now required to wear masks and social distance when on campus and anyone in violation of the regulation will receive one warning followed by severe consequences.

Winona State enforces COVID-19 regulations

Kristin Kovalsky, Copy Editor
September 9, 2020
Blooming Grounds offers free lunches to children out of school

Blooming Grounds offers free lunches to children out of school

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
April 15, 2020
Madison Elementary School, once a part of Winona Area Public Schools, closed in 2018 after budget cuts resulted in the closure of both Madison and Rollingstone Elementary Schools. The district has since seen a decline in student enrollment.

Winona public schools see attendance drop

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
March 4, 2020
College of Liberal Arts Representative, Senator Grace Wagner asks a few questions to students of I-Design major during Student Senate meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Purple Rooms, Kryzsco Commons. Students from the I-Design program asked to upgrade laptops specifically for junior and senior students only in design.

Senate hears six club speakers

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
February 26, 2020
Ellgen shares support of Safe Transfer legislation

Ellgen shares support of Safe Transfer legislation

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
February 19, 2020
2020 census affects Winona

2020 census affects Winona

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
February 12, 2020
Winona State implements entrepreneurship program

Winona State implements entrepreneurship program

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
February 5, 2020
e project CECIL, Center for Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Engagement and Learning is expected to replace Gildemeister and Watkins Halls. The building will be open to all students regardless of their discipline.

CECIL coming soon? Winona State pushes for new building

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
January 29, 2020
Scot Simpson, volunteer at Winona County Historical Society, gives a presentation titled “The War to End All Wars... or Not: A Brief Overview of the First World War”.

Winona Public Library hosts WWI exhibit

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
January 22, 2020
Scot Simpson, volunteer at Winona County Historical Society, gives a presentation titled “The War to End All Wars... or Not: A Brief Overview of the First World War”.

[Photo] Winona State reacts to football departures

Mitchell Breuer, Editor-In-Chief
January 22, 2020

Winona Arts Center debates construction and Holidaze

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
December 4, 2019

Winona State partners with Bridges Health

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
November 20, 2019
Scott Ellinghuysen speaks to student senate about the financial budget for the 2020-21 school year, currently the university is facing a 3-5% budget reduction however the budget has not yet been finalized.

Senate hears guest speakers, budget presentation

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
November 13, 2019

Textbook subscription lowers prices

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
November 6, 2019

Campus ranked nationally

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
October 30, 2019
Inclusive Excellence Strategic Plan debuts

Inclusive Excellence Strategic Plan debuts

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
October 16, 2019
Undergraduate and graduate students from Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota attended the Northland American College of Sports Medicine fall conference on Oct. 3 - 4 in East Room. The conference included presentations, exhibits and meet and greets with experts in different medical fields related to sports medicine.

Winona hosts sports medicine conference

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
October 9, 2019
Cheryl Cummings, the head of Minnesota operations, promotes rail safety during the “Operation Life Saver Minnesota” event outside of Kryzsko Commons on Wednesday, Sept. 25.

Operation Lifesaver visits Winona State

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
October 2, 2019
Senate discusses food, students and indigenous land

Senate discusses food, students and indigenous land

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
September 25, 2019
Contest showcases travel photos

Contest showcases travel photos

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
September 18, 2019
Fulbright grant gives reach to study abroad

Fulbright grant gives reach to study abroad

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
May 1, 2019
Scott Ellinghuysen, the vice president for finance and administration services and chief financial officer, explains the projections for the 2020 fiscal year budget on Thursday, April 18 in the Haake Conference Room. The forum was open to students and faculty and presented a rough outline of the 2019-20 school year.

University budget continues unfinalized

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
April 24, 2019
Warrior Jobs switches to Handshake

Warrior Jobs switches to Handshake

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
April 10, 2019
The associate vice president for academic affairs at Winona State’s Rochester campus, Jeanine Gangeness, stands in as acting college of nursing and health services dean at Winona State in addition to her current duties. Julie Anderson, the current nursing dean, is away on medical leave.

Acting college dean appointed

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
April 3, 2019
Winona State graduate Ryan Grant’s company, Grant Enterprises LLC, recently made a profit of over $6 million reselling items on Amazon. Past professors mentioned he would come up with business ideas frequently while in school.

Alum makes millions on Amazon

Kristin Kovalsky, News Reporter
March 6, 2019
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