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While it is clear that no two people feel the exact same way about the event, many are united in their concern for the way America could and should change during the next four years.
Two Halves, One Home
The end of the semester can be quite a scary time for students of all grades with finals, class registration, and graduation hanging over their heads. It is important to balance self-care with academics to ensure the stress does not become to much.
End of the Semester Blues: How to Stay Motivated While Finishing Out the Semester
“There are some firms, like 3M, for instance, that wouldn't hire our graduates until we got this accreditation. And there are these exams that you need to take to become an engineer, and some of our students were not allowed to take these exams until we got this accreditation."
ABET Accreditation for Winona State’s General Engineering Program
Signs scattered across campus encourage students to vote right in Kryzsko Commons.
Election Day 2024: College in the Midst of Election Season
Often on Winona State University’s campus students who need an accessibility accommodations are met with roadblocks. One of the most common is the accessible door open buttons not working.
Accessibility or Unacceptability: How Accessible is Winona State?
As our Warriors pack up and travel to their games, we check-in on their result briefly.
The Road Home: A Quick Recap of Football and Volleyball as They Travel
The Winona State women’s tennis season wrapped up their season sucessfully with a community-based event, where the Warriors and Winona residents alike could get involved in the activities.
Winona Community Comes Together to Support Women’s Tennis
Warrior Isaiah Thompson makes his way towards the hoop, skillfully avoiding his opponents.
Men’s Basketball Defeats Michigan Tech
The Warriors attempt to defend the harsh hits by the Mankato Mavericks.
Winona State Women’s Volleyball Falls to Minnesota State, Mankato
The Winona State football team displays their solid defense at the end zone.
Winona State vs. Bemidji State: The Football Experience
Students of Winona State always feel that rush of excitement when the annual drag show is hosted.
Winona State Hosts Its Annual Drag Show!
The end of the semester can be quite a scary time for students of all grades with finals, class registration, and graduation hanging over their heads. It is important to balance self-care with academics to ensure the stress does not become to much.
End of the Semester Blues: How to Stay Motivated While Finishing Out the Semester
“There are some firms, like 3M, for instance, that wouldn't hire our graduates until we got this accreditation. And there are these exams that you need to take to become an engineer, and some of our students were not allowed to take these exams until we got this accreditation."
ABET Accreditation for Winona State’s General Engineering Program
Often on Winona State University’s campus students who need an accessibility accommodations are met with roadblocks. One of the most common is the accessible door open buttons not working.
Accessibility or Unacceptability: How Accessible is Winona State?
A campus flourishing with flora, Winona State has been deemed one of the greenest colleges in the nation.
Winona State Named One of the Nations Greenest Colleges
To submit a 'Letter to the Editor' please email winonan@go.winona.edu.
Letter to the Editor: A Call for the Removal of the Somsen Hall Mural
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Letter to the Editor: Student Organizing: Why the restrictions?
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Letter to the Editor: Crisis Pregnancy Centers
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?
To submit a 'Letter to the Editor' please email winonan@go.winona.edu.
Letter to the Editor: A Call for the Removal of the Somsen Hall Mural
To submit a 'Letter to the Editor' please email winonan@go.winona.edu.
Letter to the Editor: Student Organizing: Why the restrictions?
To submit a 'Letter to the Editor' please email winonan@go.winona.edu.
Letter to the Editor: Crisis Pregnancy Centers
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
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
Students of Winona State always feel that rush of excitement when the annual drag show is hosted.
Winona State Hosts Its Annual Drag Show!
“Heretic” is now available in film theaters all around the country.
Film Review: Heretic
"We Live in Time” starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, is the new romance film of the year.
Film Review: “We Live in a Time”
More Than Just Posters: “Get Out and Vote” Student Poster Event
Elizabeth "Lyz" Jaakola shares her cultural music with different instruments and song.
International Music Series: Exchanging Culture
More Than Just Posters: “Get Out and Vote” Student Poster Event
Elizabeth "Lyz" Jaakola shares her cultural music with different instruments and song.
International Music Series: Exchanging Culture
Dr. Alan Dunbar performs passionately for a captive audience at the Faculty Recital.
Story Telling Through Music: Faculty Recital with Alan Dunbar
The cast of Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!" shows off their skills on the stage.
Children’s Show Elephant and Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Rocks the Stage
Sanorah Goldoff, an actress and the producer of this production of "Alabaster," poses as her character, June, during a live performance. Photo Contributed by the WSU Theater Department.
“Alabaster:” Performing the Art of Healing
“Heretic” is now available in film theaters all around the country.
Film Review: Heretic
"We Live in Time” starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, is the new romance film of the year.
Film Review: “We Live in a Time”
Elizabeth "Lyz" Jaakola shares her cultural music with different instruments and song.
International Music Series: Exchanging Culture
“Chromakopia” the 8th album from Tyler the Creator received public and critical acclaim.
Music Review: Tyler, The Creator – Chromakopia
Dr. Alan Dunbar performs passionately for a captive audience at the Faculty Recital.
Story Telling Through Music: Faculty Recital with Alan Dunbar
Often on Winona State University’s campus students who need an accessibility accommodations are met with roadblocks. One of the most common is the accessible door open buttons not working.
Accessibility or Unacceptability: How Accessible is Winona State?
Dr. Kenneth Janz is all smiles as he celebrates his official inauguration as the 16th President of Winona State University.
Dr. Kenneth Janz as President of Winona State
As peers wrote words of encouragement on brightly colored post-it notes, they connected with others through their shared experiences.
A Tribute to Transfer Students
An Open Letter to Winona State University
For commuters, long drives and limited parking may inhibit their abilities to feel like an active student on the WSU campus. Sarnia St. provides some parking for students living in East Lake when the lot is full or if they do not have a parking pass.
Commuter Students Navigate Their Spot On Campus
The Warrior Cupboard booth, set up at the Warrior Game Day Experience, collects donations to fill the Cupboard.
Warrior Cupboard: Preventing Food Insecurity on Campus
“It's been very rewarding for all of us as a dining team to get such positive feedback so early in the school year. It really motivates us and it motivates our team too. We're just feeding off of what the students have been telling us," Tracy Jaquette said.
Changes to Dining on Campus: More Than Just Food
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
The end of the semester can be quite a scary time for students of all grades with finals, class registration, and graduation hanging over their heads. It is important to balance self-care with academics to ensure the stress does not become to much.
End of the Semester Blues: How to Stay Motivated While Finishing Out the Semester
“Many of our LGBTQIA+ students and staff do face discrimination on campus, and with continued attacks on LGBTQIA+ people, our campus has the opportunity to reaffirm its commitment to marginalized students by updating Title IX polices to reflect the updated rules.”
Title IX: Are LGBTQ+ Students Truly Protected at WSU?
The Warrior Cupboard booth, set up at the Warrior Game Day Experience, collects donations to fill the Cupboard.
Warrior Cupboard: Preventing Food Insecurity on Campus
Winona State nursing students provide other students an easy opportunity to receive their vaccinations right on campus.
Pop-Up Flu Shot Clinics Provide Students Opportunities for Easy Vaccination
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?
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Rugby sees increase in team during spring season

Rugby sees increase in team during spring season

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
April 10, 2019
Tennis grabs third seed in regular season finale

Tennis grabs third seed in regular season finale

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
April 3, 2019
Junior Gabie Doud attempts to score against Minot State University during the first round of the NSIC Tournament on Wednesday, Feb. 27 in the McCown Gymnasium. The Warriors won against the Beavers, moving on to the next round where they ended the season with a loss against Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Women’s basketball knocked out in quarterfinals

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2019
Sophomore Emma Fee attempts to pass to a teammate during a game against Minnesota State University-Mankato on Saturday, Feb. 23 in McCown Gymnasium.

Women’s basketball gets rocked at home

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2019
Women’s basketball clinches home playoff game

Women’s basketball clinches home playoff game

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2019
Sophomore Emily Kieck weaves around a University of Mary player on Saturday, February 9 in McCown Gymnasium. The Warriors took home two wins, scoring 84-46 on Friday and 57-54 on Saturday.

Pickrain and Kieck lead the way to home sweep

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2019
Women’s basketball takes L against Duluth

Women’s basketball takes L against Duluth

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
February 6, 2019
Sophomore guard Emily Kieck looks to pass the ball to a teammate during a game against the University of Sioux Falls on Saturday, January 26. The team took away two wins against Southwest Minnesota State University and Sioux Falls scoring 71-69 and 64-50, bringing their season record to 10 wins and eight losses.

Women’s basketball increases record to 10-8

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
January 30, 2019
Kieck sees career-high in weekend split

Kieck sees career-high in weekend split

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
January 23, 2019
Senior Kayla Shaefer makes a jump shot while being covered by three players from Upper Iowa University during Saturday, Dec. 1’s game in McCown Gymnasium. The Warriors finished the game with a winning score of 74-48 bringing their season record to three wins and two losses.

Women’s basketball wins big at home

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
December 5, 2018
Women’s basketball splits weekend in Colorado

Women’s basketball splits weekend in Colorado

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
November 28, 2018
Women's basketball eyes NSIC Championship

Women’s basketball eyes NSIC Championship

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
November 14, 2018
Volleyball loses twice, fails to make playoffs

Volleyball loses twice, fails to make playoffs

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2018
Coach Joe Getzin gets his 100th win

Coach Joe Getzin gets his 100th win

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2018
Sophomore Bre Maloney reaches up to spike the ball against The University of Minnesota Crookston in McCown Gymnasium on Friday, October 19. The Warriors won 3-0.

Volleyball wins two, improves to .500

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2018
Volleyball losing streak extended to five

Volleyball losing streak extended to five

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2018
Sophomore Sarah Suits and first year Cori Meyers celebrate a good set with a high-five on Friday, Oct. 5 against Minnesota State University Moorhead in McCown Gymnasium where the Warriors won 3-1.

Volleyball splits homecoming matches

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2018
Volleyball extends winning streak

Volleyball extends winning streak

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2018
Teammates watch as sophomore Bre Maloney attempts to block a spike from Augustana University on Friday, Sept. 21 in McCown Gymnasium, the Warriors won with a score of 3-1.

Volleyball gets two victories at home

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2018
Volleyball enters first losing streak in three years

Volleyball enters first losing streak in three years

Lauren Lott, Volleyball Reporter
September 19, 2018
First-year Madison Rizner spikes the ball against Minnesota State University Mankato on Thursday, Sept. 6 in McCowan Gymnasium, the Warriors lost to the Mavericks 2-3.

Volleyball still winless in conference play

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
September 12, 2018

Volleyball wins two, loses two in Indy

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
September 5, 2018
Left to right: Caitlyn Deetz, Diana Alvarado and Annika Culver get ready to tackle a player from La Crosse at Saturday’s match at Southeast Technical College, the Black Katts won 67-21.

Rugby finishes spring season undefeated

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
April 25, 2018

Track and Field see success in return

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
April 18, 2018

Women’s rugby ready to defend title

Lauren Lott, Sports Reporter
April 4, 2018
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