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Lack of Gluten-Free food options in the Jack Kane Ding Hall on Winona State campus for those who need Gluten-Free options. Student searches for gluten-free bread in the dining hall, yet there is barely any bread left.
Gluten Free Meals – The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
Dave Marck talking about improvisation during jazz at the DuFresne Performing Arts Center. Marck grew up in La Crosse and performs in the area each year.
Marck, Music and Memories
Advertisement for Comedy Troupe, at the doors of Harriet Johnson Auditorium
Second City Theatre Troupe Show – Coming soon to WSU!
Brett Favre Takes Winona by Storm
Brett Favre Takes Winona by Storm
Warrior football player tries to escape a tackle form an opposing player.
Warrior Game Day Experience Preps Crowd for an Excellent Game
Volleyball match between Winona State vs Augustana University on Sept. 21, 2023, at McCown Gymnasium, Winona MN. Warriors were trying out fancy smash even after falling behind with points. Their confidence gave them a big win.
Women’s Volleyball: Dominating win for Winona State in their first home match
Winona State University’s Women’s Volleyball Team poses for a team picture.
Winona State Snags Their First Win in the NSIC at Home
Men’s Soccer Club Team Photo
Men’s Soccer Club: A New Era for the WSU Athletics
RA at East Lake building D Garrett Haugen stands outside his bulidling. RAs are required to hold events and in his event he brought his dog, Oscar, out for his residences to destress.
Stressful yet Fulfilling: A Look into the Life of an RA
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
WSU students being interviewed for The Poll.
The Poll: Are you a Feminist?
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
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, 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
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
Wes Anderson’s newest film “Asteriod City” was released on June 16th, 2023. It has a clear stylistic flair, but still carries the emotional sincerity only Anderson can create. Illustration by Lucy Severson
Asteroid City: More than Just Style
Baribe and Oppenheimer movies compete in theaters.
The Bomb vs. the Bombshell: Barbenheimer
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
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
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
Professor to Performer: Dan Sheridan
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
A Classic Whodunit: A Haunting in Venice
Wes Anderson’s newest film “Asteriod City” was released on June 16th, 2023. It has a clear stylistic flair, but still carries the emotional sincerity only Anderson can create. Illustration by Lucy Severson
Asteroid City: More than Just Style
Baribe and Oppenheimer movies compete in theaters.
The Bomb vs. the Bombshell: Barbenheimer
RA at East Lake building D Garrett Haugen stands outside his bulidling. RAs are required to hold events and in his event he brought his dog, Oscar, out for his residences to destress.
Stressful yet Fulfilling: A Look into the Life of an RA
Texas Toast plays at Boat and Bluegrass
No Rain No Gain with Boats and Bluegrass
Presenting a sticker, students encourages each other to vote.
National Voter Registration Day: What do students think about voting
Photo taken from The Los Angeles Times - profile of Luke Bryan, country singer.
Country Star Luke Bryan Donates to Students at Winona State University
Photo Story: I ❤ WSU Day
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
WSU students meet for Safe Space Training on zoom on September 22nd. Students learn how to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.
Safe Space Training: What You Need to Know
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
What are the effects of Marijuana?
To Smoke or not to Smoke: Marijuana Legalization in the State of Minnesota
The three panelists for Tuesdays 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.
Panel discusses intersection between gender affirming healthcare and reproductive justice
According to the Take Back the Night foundation, Take Back the Night first started in America in the 1970s after incidents of violence against women gathered media attention in Philadelphia, San Francisco and Los Angeles. In Winona, Take Back the Night has occurred since the 1980s.
Students march for first “Take Back the Night” since overturning of Roe v. Wade
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Education students are upset and demand that these alternative hours be valid toward requirement through the proper paperwork being submitted to the Minnesota State system. Many students are also concerned regarding the future of the education department.

Education students to remake “alternative hours”

Heidi Hanson, Features Editor
September 21, 2022
Students have started the year by taking advantage of the Darell Krueger Library and other spots on campus to hang out mask-free. With Winona State no longer having a mask mandate, it is up to students to take precaution if they dont feel comfortable.

Winona State COVID-19 precautions returning to pre-pandemic levels

Sophia Sailer, Editor-in-Chief
September 14, 2022
Winona State University having the highest rate of vaccinated students in the Minnesota State system, according to President Olson. The Winona area is also now recognized as a medium COVID-19 level by the CDC, which does not explicitly advise mask wearing indoors.

Winona State no longer requiring face masks for first time in two years

McKenna Scherer, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2022

Student Senate allocates $5,000 towards vaccine campaign

McKenna Scherer, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2022
Winona State University has started off the spring semester with COVID-19 mind. If a student living on campus tests positive or has been exposed to someone with the virus, they are obligated to quarantine. They can choose to either do the quarantine at home or they can be moved to the Tau building on Winona State’s former West Campus for the duration of their isolation.

Winona State University begins spring semester cautious of COVID-19 variant

Erich Schweitzer, News Reporter
January 26, 2022
Winona State University’s Student Senate meets every Tuesday eve- ning, Jan. 18 being senate’s second meeting of the semester. Senate discussed a student-led vaccine incentive program that was tabled until Jan. 26’s meeting among other topics.

Student Senate talks vaccine incentive campaign

McKenna Scherer, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2022
“Reset: 2021” features a selection from 365 photos taken for each day of 2021. Eric Mueller used the project to jump back into creati- vity after the lack of creative drive in 2020.

Minnesota Marine Art Museum’s first exhibit of 2022: “Reset: 2021”

Heidi Hanson, Features Editor
January 26, 2022
Amala Epkunobi, guest speaker at the College Republicans club’s event this past Thursday, Oct. 21. Ekpunobi is a personality for PragerU, a conservative nonprofit that uploads content on various political and social topics, among other things. The event was scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., Epkunobi’s speech beginning a bit afterwards and not ending until after 9 p.m. due to many participants in the post-speech Q&A. The College Democrats club at Winona State University held a silent protest outside of Somsen Hall, where the speaker event was held, while also collecting food to donate ot the Warrior Cupboard on campus.

College Republicans club hosts PragerU speaker, College Democrats club protests

McKenna Scherer, Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2021

WSU to begin mandated COVID-19 testing

Sophia Sailer, Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2021
Contributed photo from Great River Shakespeare Festival details the proposed stage layout atop the drain cover.

Great River Shakespeare Festival plans around COVID

Matthew Drewry
April 7, 2021

More COVID relief funding possible for students

Alek LaShomb, News Editor
April 7, 2021

Winona State virtually hosts pop singers Aly & AJ

RJ Beal-Lancaster, features writer
March 31, 2021
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