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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.
Engineering Machine Design Contest returns to Winona State University
“I chose this college because of this major, and the next thing I know they said ‘you’re [explative] out of luck,’ But thankfully the school is keeping the major for current students until 2024,” Cooper Lipski, a third-year Mass Communications: Journalism major said.
The real price of budget cuts at Winona State University
On March 1, Women’s, gender, and sexuality studies professor Mary Jo Klinker invited Gina Favano and Suzanne Hogan, the hosts and creators of “Back Channel Radio”, to discuss the importance of the Winona Boathouse community. Favano is a member of the Winona community and has preserved the history of Winonans and the island of Latsch. Both Favano, Hoganm and Klinker discussed the importance of the Winona Bouathouse community as a way to kick off Womens History Month.
Off the grid: The Winona boathouse community
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.
Impacts of English’s graduate program ending by Spring 2024
A group of three Winona State University students found a missing dog on Jan. 29, 2023. They were able to usher it into their Jeep Wrangler to warm up and proceeded to call 911 to help reunite the dog with its owner.
WSU students find and return lost dog
First-year Miranda Daulong serving a ball to her opponent. The womans tennis team fell to Minnesota State University - Mankato with a score of 7 – 0 in their first NSIC match of the season.
The Warriors drop the ball against Minnesota State Mankato
Cooper Kapanke, fourth-year infielder for the Warriors.
The Captains Who Bind the Team
Members of the Badmitton club such as David Ruiz and McKinzey Johnson meet in Talbot Gym weekly between 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m each Thursday to face off against their peers.
Badminton Club aims to expand club membership and involvement across campus
The Winona State Tennis team played in Florida over spring break against five different teams. Winona State finished the week off 6-3 overall and 3-0 in the conference. They are set to play against the Minnesota State University - Mankato Mavericks on Friday, March 17 and Sunday, March 19 in the Winona Tennis Center.
Winona State’s tennis Spring Break trip
Coach Greg Jones achieved his 900th career win with the Winona State Womens Softball team. Coach Jones and the Warriors currently sit at an impressive eight out of ten games won this season.
A trio of sweeps for Winona State softball; Coach Jones nabs his 900th win on the road
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
Winona State University has experienced an 18% decrease in its budget since 2018. An all-university budget meeting was held on March 15 to go over the inflation and expectations for WSUs future.
Inflation and expectations for WSU’s FY24 budget
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.
Engineering Machine Design Contest returns to Winona State University
Cooper Kapanke, fourth-year infielder for the Warriors.
The Captains Who Bind the Team
“I chose this college because of this major, and the next thing I know they said ‘you’re [explative] out of luck,’ But thankfully the school is keeping the major for current students until 2024,” Cooper Lipski, a third-year Mass Communications: Journalism major said.
The real price of budget cuts at Winona State University
Landline is a 2014 sci-fi novel written by Rainbow Rowell. The book explores the concept of a spouse being able to call her younger husband over the phone.
Book Review: “Landline”
Ke Huy Quan, Michele Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and Jamie Lee Curtis all took home the big trophies of Best Supporting Actor, Best Actress, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actress respectively.
Oscars Recap: A24 wins big
HBOs The Last of Us adapted the 2013 game into a 9-episode television series. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie.
TV Review: “The Last of Us”
Ashley Madekwe stars in the drama/thriller The Strays. The film follows a woman who begins to question her sanity when strange things begin to happen.
Film Review: “The Strays”
Cocaine Bear features a bear who ingests cocaine and goes on a rampage. The film was directed by Elizabeth Banks and released on Feb. 24 2023.
Film Review: “Cocaine Bear”
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
Eds No Name Bar is home to the 3rd annual Woman and Non-Binary art show from Feb. 28-April 1. On display is a variety of artwork from members of the community who represent this marginalized community. Above is a piece created and contributed by Sophia Sailer.
Third-annual Women and Non-Binary Art Show highlights local artists and builds community
Landline is a 2014 sci-fi novel written by Rainbow Rowell. The book explores the concept of a spouse being able to call her younger husband over the phone.
Book Review: “Landline”
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
Ke Huy Quan, Michele Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and Jamie Lee Curtis all took home the big trophies of Best Supporting Actor, Best Actress, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actress respectively.
Oscars Recap: A24 wins big
HBOs The Last of Us adapted the 2013 game into a 9-episode television series. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie.
TV Review: “The Last of Us”
Eds No Name Bar is home to the 3rd annual Woman and Non-Binary art show from Feb. 28-April 1. On display is a variety of artwork from members of the community who represent this marginalized community. Above is a piece created and contributed by Sophia Sailer.
Third-annual Women and Non-Binary Art Show highlights local artists and builds community
Landline is a 2014 sci-fi novel written by Rainbow Rowell. The book explores the concept of a spouse being able to call her younger husband over the phone.
Book Review: “Landline”
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
The Glass Menagerie production at WSU featured a small and close-knit cast and crew throught their four performances of the show. Caracterization was especially important because of this small cast.
Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie” performed
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
Ke Huy Quan, Michele Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and Jamie Lee Curtis all took home the big trophies of Best Supporting Actor, Best Actress, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actress respectively.
Oscars Recap: A24 wins big
HBOs The Last of Us adapted the 2013 game into a 9-episode television series. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie.
TV Review: “The Last of Us”
Ashley Madekwe stars in the drama/thriller The Strays. The film follows a woman who begins to question her sanity when strange things begin to happen.
Film Review: “The Strays”
Cocaine Bear features a bear who ingests cocaine and goes on a rampage. The film was directed by Elizabeth Banks and released on Feb. 24 2023.
Film Review: “Cocaine Bear”
Women Talking was released on Dec. 3 2022 and was directed by Sarah Polley. The film uncovers a colony of womens shared experiences of being drugged and raped by men.
Film Review: “Women Talking”
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.
Engineering Machine Design Contest returns to Winona State University
A group of three Winona State University students found a missing dog on Jan. 29, 2023. They were able to usher it into their Jeep Wrangler to warm up and proceeded to call 911 to help reunite the dog with its owner.
WSU students find and return lost dog
“Clothes do not equal gender. I have personally felt the pressure of if I wear tight clothes I am going to be perceived and called a girl, but sometimes I just want to wear tight clothes,” one anonymous student said.
Exploring gender nonconformity, students and faculty weigh in
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
For $20, students of Winona State University have gotten the chance to climb the Winona Ice Park thanks to Outdoor Education & Recreational Center. The ice is located on the bluffs and is farmed by ice framers why hose water over the walls to freeze.
Winona Ice Park draws national recognition
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
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
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
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Editor Farewell: Maurice Hudson

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
April 21, 2021

Men’s golf takes eleventh in NSIC Preview Invitational

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
April 7, 2021

Men’s baseball goes undefeated in week-long homestand

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
March 31, 2021
Photo of Winona State University’s Sam Kohnle at plate against Minnesota-Crookston, from Winona State University’s officialathletics website. Image taken in Loughrey Field at Winona State University.

Men’s baseball leaves the weekend winless against Crookston

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
March 24, 2021

Men’s golf finishes fourth at Warrior Invitational

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
March 17, 2021

Baseball aims to secure postseason spot

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
March 10, 2021

Baseball has split weekend season opener

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
March 3, 2021

Softball makes weekend sweep against Southwest

Maurice Hudson, sports reporter
February 24, 2021

Softball expected to begin season after COVID-19 exposure

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
February 17, 2021

Warriors track and field still sees some success after overall loss to Mankato in Mark Schuck Dual

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
February 3, 2021

Track and field return to competition

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
January 27, 2021

The struggles of a sports staff during COVID-19

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
December 2, 2020

Warrior athletics utilizes social media for recruitment

Maurice Hudson, sports editor
November 11, 2020
Dalante Peyton talks COVID adaptations and struggles

Dalante Peyton talks COVID adaptations and struggles

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
October 28, 2020
Intramural Sports Back in Action Amid COVID

Intramural Sports Back in Action Amid COVID

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
October 14, 2020
The McCown Gymnasium in the Integrated Wellness Complex being prepared for a Winona State Warriors home basketball game before COVID-19 caused the university to adhere to new regulations.

Senior basketball player talks COVID-19 adaptions

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
September 30, 2020
Tom Sanvik, former Winona Senior High School tennis coach, has taken over as head coach of Winona States womens tennis team.

Women’s tennis team gets new coach

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
September 9, 2020
Three members of Winona State Universitys softball team, including Brianna Luciano (middle) and Cammi Reiner (right) were called out on social media for posting a video on VSCO of them allegedly partying in the softball house and ignoring COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.

Winona softball team parties during pandemic

Maurice Hudson, Sports Editor
September 9, 2020
The story of Jordan Lindgren

The story of Jordan Lindgren

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2020
Track places fourth at NSIC Championships

Track places fourth at NSIC Championships

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2020
Baseball loses weekend series 2-1

Baseball loses weekend series 2-1

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2020
Track shows their worth at NSIC indoor challenge

Track shows their worth at NSIC indoor challenge

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
February 19, 2020
Junior Nathan Looms pitches against the University of Sioux Falls on Friday, April 26 at Loughrey Field. The Warriors played the Cougars in three games over the weekend, coming away with two wins and a loss.

Baseball starts new season with wins and excitement

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
February 12, 2020
Sophomore, Sydney Lodermeier, looks for a basket on Friday’s game resulting in a successful two-pointer. The Warriors lost the game against University of Minnesota Duluth scoring 59-72.

Womens basketball take losses in weekend games

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
February 5, 2020
Women’s basketball sweeps traveling weekend

Women’s basketball sweeps traveling weekend

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
January 29, 2020
Winona State sophomore, Allie Pickrain makes a single shot at the home game on Saturday, Nov. 16 against Bemidji State. The Warriors emerged victorious scoring 76-67.

Women’s basketball dominate Crookston, Bemidji

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
January 22, 2020
Junior guard, Keiron Goodwin shoots a three pointer in a game against Michigan Tech on Sunday, Nov. 17. The Warriors won the game 62-59.

Peacocks fly away from Warriors

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Hudson
December 4, 2019

“Sneakerheads”: an examination of sneaker culture

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2019
Junior guard, Keiron Goodwin shoots a three pointer in a game against Michigan Tech on Sunday, Nov. 17. The Warriors won the game 62-59.

[Photo] Winona State tackles sustainability

December 4, 2019
Kevion Taylor, a junior for the Warriors, watches to see if his shot makes it in the net during a game last Sunday against Michigan Tech, earning their first win of the year with a final score of 62-59.

Taylor seals win for Warriors over Michigan Tech

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
November 20, 2019
First-year forward Alex Dornfeld sets up to shoot, Dornfeld scored a total of three points at the game against St. Mary’s University on Saturday, Nov. 9 in McCown Gymnasium.

Womens basketball sees success in preseason

Maurice Hudson, Basketball Reporter
November 13, 2019

Changes in store for Women’s basketball

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
November 6, 2019

Men’s basketball team looks to rebound in 2019

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
October 30, 2019
Golf reflects on current season

Golf reflects on current season

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
October 16, 2019
Sophomore Ally Loiselle watches for her ball during a duel against Viterbo University on Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Bridges Golf Course in Winona. The Warriors won with a team score of 321-334.

Golf scores home win over Viterbo

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
October 2, 2019
Women’s golf places fourth

Women’s golf places fourth

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2019
Junior golfer Brady Madsen poses into front of a building on campus. Madsen was named the 2019 NSIC preseason player of the year.

Madsen talks golf, Winona and future

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
September 18, 2019
Men’s golf tee off season with win

Men’s golf tee off season with win

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
September 11, 2019
Golf looking to improve

Golf looking to improve

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
September 4, 2019
Junior Nathan Looms pitches against the University of Sioux Falls on Friday, April 26 at Loughrey Field. The Warriors played the Cougars in three games over the weekend, coming away with two wins and a loss.

Baseball gets series win against Sioux Falls

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
May 1, 2019
Baseball slides to 17-18 record

Baseball slides to 17-18 record

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
April 24, 2019
Baseball falls short in UMary Series

Baseball falls short in UMary Series

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
April 17, 2019
Baseball sweeps Bemidji, splits series with Duluth

Baseball sweeps Bemidji, splits series with Duluth

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
April 10, 2019
Baseball swept by Minot in relocated series

Baseball swept by Minot in relocated series

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
April 3, 2019
Baseball sees sweeps in relocated series

Baseball sees sweeps in relocated series

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2019
Taylor Field is congratulated by a teammate after completing a full run against Minnesota State University Mankato last season.

Baseball takes two wins against Maryville

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2019
Baseball splits games in opening weekend at Kansas

Baseball splits games in opening weekend at Kansas

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2019
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