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An informative painting session was held in the IWC to educate students on cannabis use while allowing them to destress creatively.
Painting and Cannabis Podcasts: An Educational Wellness Event
According to the presentation, a study done by Dr. James Pennebaker at the University of Texas found that journaling improves immune function and reduces emotional distress.
When in Doubt, Write it Out!
The Making of Satori
Danielle Leukam: A Presentation on Sexual Violence
Winona State has several resources available to students that can be utilized to prepare them for careers once they graduate.
WSU Students Getting Jobs Post-Graduation
Womens Tennis Falls Against Mavericks, But Look Towards NSIC Tournament
Morgan Streit serving an ace at the first week of intramural volleyball playoffs.
Intramural Volleyball Enters Playoffs
“We will qualify for the National Championship this year, as it is my last year,” Connor Drew had said.
Connor Drew: Four-Year Dream Fulfilled
With their position in the NSIC standings, the future for the Winona State softball team is looking bright.
Winona State Softball Suffers a Split
The Warriors, despite their struggle in the first game, brought back a newfound determination to obtain a win in their second matchup against Bemidji State.
WSU Earns a Split In Doubleheader Against Bemidji State
An informative painting session was held in the IWC to educate students on cannabis use while allowing them to destress creatively.
Painting and Cannabis Podcasts: An Educational Wellness Event
Morgan Streit serving an ace at the first week of intramural volleyball playoffs.
Intramural Volleyball Enters Playoffs
According to the presentation, a study done by Dr. James Pennebaker at the University of Texas found that journaling improves immune function and reduces emotional distress.
When in Doubt, Write it Out!
The Making of Satori
Danielle Leukam: A Presentation on Sexual Violence
Practice is what makes perfect, and allowing a robot to take control of our creative intake will only continue to have damaging effects on the community, creativity, and the perception of art.
AI in Entertainment: Soul and Generational Content
The landscapes in Minnesota offer different ways of seeing the geography and how different locations offer unique opportunities.
The Beauty of Landscape Photography
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 landscapes in Minnesota offer different ways of seeing the geography and how different locations offer unique opportunities.
The Beauty of Landscape Photography
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?
Practice is what makes perfect, and allowing a robot to take control of our creative intake will only continue to have damaging effects on the community, creativity, and the perception of art.
AI in Entertainment: Soul and Generational Content
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
Practice is what makes perfect, and allowing a robot to take control of our creative intake will only continue to have damaging effects on the community, creativity, and the perception of art.
AI in Entertainment: Soul and Generational Content
The Making of Satori
Winona State University professor, and director of this musical, Jim Williams describes this performance as a way to “explore the world of identity.”
“Fun Home”: A Stage of Self-Discovery
The landscapes in Minnesota offer different ways of seeing the geography and how different locations offer unique opportunities.
The Beauty of Landscape Photography
Babygirl is now available on VOD and will arrive on Max this April 25.
Babygirl: Work Affair and HR Nightmare
The Making of Satori
Winona State University professor, and director of this musical, Jim Williams describes this performance as a way to “explore the world of identity.”
“Fun Home”: A Stage of Self-Discovery
The landscapes in Minnesota offer different ways of seeing the geography and how different locations offer unique opportunities.
The Beauty of Landscape Photography
At the book talk, Yang read from her children’s book “The Rock in My Throat.”
Rivers, Rocks and Voice: Book Talk with Hmong Author Kao Kalia Yang
Passion and Piano: Professor Deanne Mohr’s Faculty Recital
Practice is what makes perfect, and allowing a robot to take control of our creative intake will only continue to have damaging effects on the community, creativity, and the perception of art.
AI in Entertainment: Soul and Generational Content
Babygirl is now available on VOD and will arrive on Max this April 25.
Babygirl: Work Affair and HR Nightmare
"Mickey 17" is now available to rent on streaming services.
Mickey 17: Split In Two
“Queer” is now available on the streaming service Max.
Queer: Surrealist Dream of Love
Passion and Piano: Professor Deanne Mohr’s Faculty Recital
According to the presentation, a study done by Dr. James Pennebaker at the University of Texas found that journaling improves immune function and reduces emotional distress.
When in Doubt, Write it Out!
The Making of Satori
Winona State has several resources available to students that can be utilized to prepare them for careers once they graduate.
WSU Students Getting Jobs Post-Graduation
The models showcased outfits consisting of blazers, dress pants, skirts, dresses and other formal wear, most of which were thrifted.
Winona State Students Host a Thrifted Fashion Show
People perused through the Dream Closet event held on Mar. 30 from 9am till 12pm in the Talbot Gym. A poster board was also displayed for the event where they provide donated gently used clothing for free for the students and community.
Dream Closet Pop-Up “Shop”
One of the new little robots rides along the pathways of Winona State, heading to its next food delivery on campus.
Food Delivery Robots Run Loose in Winona
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
An informative painting session was held in the IWC to educate students on cannabis use while allowing them to destress creatively.
Painting and Cannabis Podcasts: An Educational Wellness Event
According to the presentation, a study done by Dr. James Pennebaker at the University of Texas found that journaling improves immune function and reduces emotional distress.
When in Doubt, Write it Out!
Danielle Leukam: A Presentation on Sexual Violence
The OASIS Center houses a free confidential advocate who is available for students who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault, but with rumors of funding cuts, this important resource may be at risk.
Students on Funding Cut for On-Campus Confidential Advocate
The models showcased outfits consisting of blazers, dress pants, skirts, dresses and other formal wear, most of which were thrifted.
Winona State Students Host a Thrifted Fashion Show
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The three panelists for Tuesday's panel were TL Jordan (they/them), Organizing Manager at Planned Parenthood North Central States; Kat Rohn (she/they), Executive Director of Outfront MN who is a transgender woman; and Jay Belisto (they/them), Political Organizer at Gender Justice and UnRestrict Minnesota.

[Photo] Panel discusses intersection between gender affirming healthcare and reproductive justice

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
April 19, 2023
Austin Beyer being celebrated by his teammates. The Warriors are next in action on Wednesday, April 12 at 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. against Southwest Minnesota State University at home.

[Photo] Warriors claim double home series triumph

Pronob Kumar, Sports Reporter & Photographer
April 12, 2023
President Olson standing with award-winners: Jennifer Prigge, Nora Kraemer, Madalyn Peterson, and Ashley Lenarz.

[Photo] Celebrating Winona State’s shining stars

Reanne Weil, News Editor
April 7, 2023
Sara Anderson during Doubles with Beth Murman.

[Photo] Warrior Tennis serves a split against St. Cloud and Duluth

Kayla Vang, Sports Reporter
March 29, 2023
Tina VanSteenbergen Robilotta is a professional public speaker who travels to colleges and other locations to speak about feminism and other women‘s issues. Robilotta gave her speech “The Audacity: Taking up your Space in the World” at Winona State on March 21.

[Photo] The Audacity: Taking Up your Space in the World

Heidi Hanson, Features Editor
March 29, 2023
First-year Miranda Daulong serving a ball to her opponent. The woman's tennis team fell to Minnesota State University - Mankato with a score of 7 – 0 in their first NSIC match of the season.

[Photo] The Warriors drop the ball against Minnesota State Mankato

Pronob Kumar, Sports Reporter & Photographer
March 20, 2023
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.

[Photo] Badminton Club aims to expand club membership and involvement across campus

Pronob Kumar, Sports Reporter & Photographer
March 15, 2023
Students at Winona State University have been noticing a lack of period products available on campus. One big advocate for implementing more supplies for students has been the Student Senate body.

[Photo] Lack of campus period products are cramping students’ styles

Sophia Sailer, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2023
Scott Sorvaag steps into the position of Dean for the College of Education at Winona State University. Sorvaag's focus is on the bigger picture and plans to help others find solutions to complex problems in their community.

[Photo] New Dean of the College of Education is “all in”

Sophia Sailer, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2023
On Wednesday, Nov. 9, Winona State held a zoom conference to outline ideas for the Comprehensive Facilities Plan, which was titled “Our Brilliant Tomorrow”. One of the key construction plans focused on during the presentation was the eventual demolition of Gildemeister, Watkins and Prentiss-Lucas Halls in order to make way for the Center for Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Engagement, and Learning (CICEL) project and the campus mall.

[Photo] Winona State University plans for its “Brilliant Tomorrow”

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
November 16, 2022
Winona State’s College of Education and Student Senate held a forum about Tevera on Monday, Oct. 24, to explain the situation to students. The main speaker of the event was the Director of the Center for Student Success, Stephanie Bohlman, joined by the interim Dean of the College of Education, Dr. Edward Reilly.

[Photo] Winona State College of Education and Student Senate forum address students’ Tevera concerns

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
November 7, 2022
"The university didn’t send me to D.C., but I was representing the university as a whole because I discussed issues around campus,” Weis said.

[Photo] Winona State activist invited to White House

Olivia Prondzinski, News Reporter
November 2, 2022
Winona State University held their homecoming celebrations throughout the week of Oct. 16. The annual coronation and talent show began on the night of Oct. 17 and saw the crowning of Joe Grizzle (fourth from the right) and Kaileigh Weber (second from the right) as homecoming king and queen. The audience got to vote live on who was chosen as royalty based on a pageant-style event during the night.

Photo Story: Homecoming 2022, “Disco Fever”

Joseph Eichele and Mercedes Johnson
October 26, 2022
Saul Flores came to speak as a part of Winona State University's Expanding Perspectives series on Oct. 12 in the Science Laboratory Center.

[Photo] Walking 5,328 miles in their shoes: Saul Flores’ Walk of the Immigrants

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
October 19, 2022
The first meeting of Winona State University's new mass communication club. Yet to have an official name, the club meets Mondays from 3 to 4 p.m in Phelps 101.

[Photo] Students start new mass communication club

Sierra Larson, News Reporter
October 14, 2022
For students who are not comfort- able going to Counseling Ser- vices, tele-counseling is available. Students can also navigate to the Counseling Services website and click “Mental Health Resources” for even more resources.

[Photo] Highlighting Winona State mental health services

Sierra Larson, News Reporter
October 5, 2022
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