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Dr. Alan Dunbar, Associate Professor of Voice at WSU interviewed Nick Offerman on On Nov.14, 2023
“Be Kind” A Conversation with Nick Offerman
Phelps Hall, built in 1909, is home to Mass Communications and Psychology.
The Silent but Deadly Curse of not being a Nursing or Education Major
Turnout for the Water Forum panel held in SLC 103 on Monday October 30th.
When Water is in Crisis, so are Humans: Winona County Clean Water Forum
Minnesota’s governor, Tim Walz, talks with students in the Solarium.
“Uncomfortable Conversations” with Governor Walz
The club provided a variety of stickers, pins, and candy for students to take. They also provided a QR code that links you to then petition to urge the WSU administration to provide accessible and affordable abortion access on campus.
Reproductive Justice Petitioning
Noah Pappas high-fiving some young fans during the Warrior walk.
Player Profile: Noah Pappas
A smiley group photo from the womens volleyball team.
Women’s Volleyball Season Recap: Winona State University
Third Year, Quarterback Cole Stenstrom faces off against a Minot State defensive player.
Seniors Sent Off With a Win Against Minot State
Second Year Devon Fielding shooting a free throw.
Men’s basketball begins with a win against Saint Mary’s
Graduate Student, running back, Quentin Pringle
Warrior comeback fails against Minnesota State Mankato
Kendall Sweet Potato Casserole.
The Poll: What is your favorite Thanksgiving dish?
Noah Pappas high-fiving some young fans during the Warrior walk.
Player Profile: Noah Pappas
Junior student Draconian Rubin Onyx presented his three-set illustration series titled “Three Tales from Broken Men” through a reception in Weber Gallery on Nov. 10. Over $1,000 was raised for The Father Project through Family Service Rochester.
Healing Through Art: “Three Tales from Broken Men” by Draconian Rubin Onyx
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 first room of the haunted floor. Two doctors performing on a patient
Cobwebs to Cleavers: Haunted House on Campus
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
Jake Gifford prepares himself in the journey to try each station at the Jack Kane Dining Hall this past week on September 28th, 2023.
Far from Mundane: A Review of Jack Kane
“A Haunting in Venice” released this September marks the third classic Christie Novel that Kenneth Branagh has adapted.
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
WSU students being interviewed for The Poll.
The Poll: Are you a Feminist?
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
Movie poster for “Five Nights at Freddy’s.” Five Nights at Freddy’s is an adaptation of the video game that was released in 2014. The adapation stars Josh Hutcherson, Matthew Lillard and Elizabeth Lail and became the highest grossing horror film of the year almost instantly.
Five Night at Freddy’s: Videogame Brought to the Big Screens
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
Pooja Goswami Pavan performed improvised pieces of Hindustani music, accompanied by classical indian instruments.
International Music Series: Pooja Goswami Pavan A. Pavan and Praful Kelkar
“Killers of the Flower Moon,” directed by Martin Scorsese, is based on the book written by David Grann. It came out in theaters on Oct. 20, 2023.
Killers of the Flower Moon: Colonialism or Activism?
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
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
Movie poster for “Five Nights at Freddy’s.” Five Nights at Freddy’s is an adaptation of the video game that was released in 2014. The adapation stars Josh Hutcherson, Matthew Lillard and Elizabeth Lail and became the highest grossing horror film of the year almost instantly.
Five Night at Freddy’s: Videogame Brought to the Big Screens
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
Pooja Goswami Pavan performed improvised pieces of Hindustani music, accompanied by classical indian instruments.
International Music Series: Pooja Goswami Pavan A. Pavan and Praful Kelkar
“Killers of the Flower Moon,” directed by Martin Scorsese, is based on the book written by David Grann. It came out in theaters on Oct. 20, 2023.
Killers of the Flower Moon: Colonialism or Activism?
“Dumb Money” was released in theaters on September 15th and covers the true story of Keith Gill, Wall Street and Reddit.
Reddit takes on Wall Street in “Dumb Money”
Junior student Draconian Rubin Onyx presented his three-set illustration series titled “Three Tales from Broken Men” through a reception in Weber Gallery on Nov. 10. Over $1,000 was raised for The Father Project through Family Service Rochester.
Healing Through Art: “Three Tales from Broken Men” by Draconian Rubin Onyx
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 first room of the haunted floor. Two doctors performing on a patient
Cobwebs to Cleavers: Haunted House on Campus
Pooja Goswami Pavan performed improvised pieces of Hindustani music, accompanied by classical indian instruments.
International Music Series: Pooja Goswami Pavan A. Pavan and Praful Kelkar
The remnants of a party are left on a table while students drink in the background.
School Spirit or Alcoholism?
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
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?
Some of the canned good the warrior cupboard provides. Over 100 stu- dents utilize the warrior cupboard. To access the cupboard, students fill out a form and swipe in the room.
Warrior Cupboard: Huge Resource for Students
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The Winonan
Lillianna Van De Walker

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter

Lillianna Van De Walker (She/Her) is a feature reporter for The Winonan and focuses on writing about peoples’ experiences and cultures.

Van De Walker is majoring in journalism and minoring in ethnic studies. She hopes to travel when she’s older to different countries to learn about cultures and write about their daily life experiences and how they are different from her life experiences. 

Van De Walker is from Plainview, Minnesota and it is her second year at Winona State University.

Van De Walker enjoys spending her free time with friends. She loves to write, read, and be outdoors connecting herself to nature. She plans to study abroad in the next two years to broaden her experience with other cultures. She also has a large passion for concerts.

All content by Lillianna Van De Walker
Student holding textbooks including ‘The Social Psychology of Gender’ at Watkins Hall on Winona State Campus. Traditional gender roles regarding gender have changed in recent years with college and views on college.

Breaking Stereotypes: Empowering Women in College to Break Gender Roles

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 18, 2023
Co-Presidents of the College Republicans Jason Hoeft and Samuel Persche in front of the American Flag.

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

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 4, 2023
Decriminalization: What does it mean? What does it do?

Decriminalization: What does it mean? What does it do?

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
September 20, 2023
Winona Mall is introducing a new Axe throwing and Arcade center that will open on May 4, 2023. The business is affiliated with the wor- ld axe throwing league and will run a variety of leagues themselves.

Coming soon: Winona Axe & Arcade

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
April 26, 2023
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

Lillianna Van De Walker and Elly Herrick
April 19, 2023
Drag queen and 2014 Winona State University Alum Allotta Shots performing at the 2023 Drag Show. The show was held in the Kryzsko Ballroom on Friday, March 31 and featured a mix of local and professional drag artists.

Raising the curtains on Transgender Day of Visibility: KAD Drag Show

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
April 7, 2023
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

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
March 22, 2023
A new permanent art piece was revealed in Watkins Hall on Wednesday, March 1. The mural was painted by professor Alessandra Sulpys contemporary studio practices class. Pictured above is Sean Merchlewitz, a third-year who helped paint the project.

“Visions of Hope” Permanent student mural unveiled in Watkins Hall

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
March 15, 2023
Dr. Anton Treuer came and spoke about his experiences as a member of the eagle clan of the Ojibwe tribe. Treuer shared some powerful quotes that demonstrated the way he feels it is like to live in this modern world as a native person, while still staying true to his culture.

Expanding Perspectives: Dr. Anton Treuer shares stories of traditional Ojibwe

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
February 22, 2023
On Saturday, Feb. 11 in the Science Laboratory Center at Winona State University, Jennifer Weir and her wife Megan Chao Smith performed a drumming piece for the Frozen River Film Festival. The event was held prior to their film, Finding Her Beat” was screened for audience members. The drummers explained that Taiko drumming plays a huge role in Japanese culture and tradition.

Live Taiko drumming demonstration, FRFF at Winona State

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
February 17, 2023
The featured country for this months International Coffee Hour was Taiwan, and a variety of Taiwanese foods was present along with origami.

International Coffee Hour: journey to Taiwan

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
February 8, 2023
As the semester begins, some students may find themselves on a waitlist for counseling services. Fellow councilor and Director of Winona State’s Counseling and Wellness Services explains that this issue is common at many universities.

Counseling and Wellness Services update

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
February 1, 2023
The Warrior Entertainment Network hosted the last Kryzsko After Dark of the Fall semester on Friday, Nov. 4. This Kryzsko After Dark (KAD) included an enchanted fantasy fairytale theme with many events to keep students entertained and engaged all throughout the night.

Final Kryzsko After Dark of Fall semester features a fantasy fairytale theme

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
November 11, 2022
Winona State University alumni Josh Braaten (left) stared in the recent hit Netflix series, Dahmer. Braaten graduated in the class of 1999 and played a young Lionel Dahmer, the father of Jeffrey Dahmer.

Winona State alum cast in new Netflix Dahmer series

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
November 2, 2022
Regan Kluver came to speak at Winona State University on Oct. 10 for Indigenous People’s Month. Kluver reflected on her time as a student at WSU and presented on her experience as someone who is Indigenous.

Indigenous Winona State alum, Regan Kluver, speaks

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 19, 2022
Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr., Associate Vice President of the Office of Equity & Inclusive Excellence at Winona State University.

Profile: Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr., a story of equity and determination

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 14, 2022
On Sept. 28, 2022, the KEAP Center hosted George Floyds aunt, Angela Harrelson.

George Floyd’s auntie shares her story

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
October 5, 2022
On Saturday, Sept. 24 in the Harriet Johnson Auditorium, comedian Sasheer Zamata concluded Winona State University’s family weekend.

SNL comedian, Sasheer Zamata, performs for Family Weekend

Lillianna Van De Walker, Features Reporter
September 28, 2022
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