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Scott Sorvaag steps into the position of Dean for the College of Education at Winona State University. Sorvaags focus is on the bigger picture and plans to help others find solutions to complex problems in their community.
New Dean of the College of Education is “all in”
Every year, the cost of tuition in the United States increases. A tuition freeze would mean that MN State colleges and universities would not be able to raise the cost of tuition fees for a period of about one to two years. This situation could be beneficial to students who are struggling to pay and keep up with the rising costs of tuition and textbooks.
Minnesota state surplus and what it means for WSU
The proposed plan for the new residence hall, Mark and Main. The current properties were recently purchased by Winona State University on the corner of Mark Street and Main Street.
WSU Foundation buys properties for future residence hall
Eric Schulz, a fifth year at Winona State, described his experience at Model Legislation. “I loved every minute of the experience, although very stressful at times. I was able to make connections with classmates that I would not have without the experience, as well as watch a future generation of children practice such an awesome and important part of our democracy,”.
Winona Model Legislature reconvenes for 60th year
Najib Azad was the former spokesperson of for the last President of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani. He has also written a book about the fall of Afghanistan, “Beyond Evacuation: From the Himalayas to the Statue of Liberty”. Najib spoke about his experiences in Afghanistan and educated Winona State that its citizens are more than what news and media portray.
Winona State Hosts Najib Azad for Global Education Week
Center Ava Sergio fights off a defender to attempt a layup. The fourth-year led her team in offensive rebounds against Northern State University.
Warrior basketball ends losing streak with a close match
Men’s basketball crushes University of Minnesota-Duluth
Men’s basketball crushes University of Minnesota-Duluth
Spring sports look to continue off of last years success. Warriors will have a chance to watch Track and Field, Baseball, Softball and Tennis this semester.
Winona State’s promising spring sports preview
Gaudet hugging Roth after a success- ful performance at the WIAC with Sydney Parsons in the back.
Warrior gymnastics has a successful weekend after a tough season so far
The Winona State Warriors took on the Upper lowa Peacocks on Tuesday, November 22nd. The Warriors & Peacocks fought a close match with Upper lowa winning with a 3 point buzzer beater (81-82). Connor Dillon lead the scoring with 20 points.
Men’s basketball’s undefeated streak ends
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
Every year, the cost of tuition in the United States increases. A tuition freeze would mean that MN State colleges and universities would not be able to raise the cost of tuition fees for a period of about one to two years. This situation could be beneficial to students who are struggling to pay and keep up with the rising costs of tuition and textbooks.
Minnesota state surplus and what it means for WSU
Winona State University Children’s Center plans to make upgrades to their playgrounds on the premise of Helble Hall. These changes will seek to better the safety and enjoyment of children.
The WSU Children’s Center raising funds for improved outdoor play spaces
The proposed plan for the new residence hall, Mark and Main. The current properties were recently purchased by Winona State University on the corner of Mark Street and Main Street.
WSU Foundation buys properties for future residence hall
Brian Bergstrom: From staff to head coach, a new legacy begins
Brian Bergstrom: From staff to head coach, a new legacy begins
Matthew Perrys memoir was published on Nov. 1 2022. The book goes over Perrys time in Hollywood and struggle with drugs.
Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry
Glass Onion is Rian Johnsons sequel to the murder-mystery Knives Out. The film stars a slew of talent and released in theatres for a week before making its way to Netflix on Dec. 23.
Film Review: “Glass Onion”
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is Marvel Studios latest film and was released on Nov. 11 2022. The sequel to Ryan Cooglers smash hit in 2018 follows the nation of Wakanda struggling after the loss of their king.
Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
“X” was released on Mar. 18, 2022 and stars Jenna Ortega, Mia Goth, Brittany Snow, and Kid Cudi. The film is a horror/slasher that features adult actors attempting to film an adult film.
Film Review: “X”
Wendell and Wild released on Oct. 21, 2022 and was directed by Henry Selick. The film stars Lyric Ross as Kat, a 13 year-old girl who is accompanied by her two personal demons, Wendell and Wild (Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele respectivly).
Film Review: “Wendell and Wild”
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
Matthew Perrys memoir was published on Nov. 1 2022. The book goes over Perrys time in Hollywood and struggle with drugs.
Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry
Glass Onion is Rian Johnsons sequel to the murder-mystery Knives Out. The film stars a slew of talent and released in theatres for a week before making its way to Netflix on Dec. 23.
Film Review: “Glass Onion”
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is Marvel Studios latest film and was released on Nov. 11 2022. The sequel to Ryan Cooglers smash hit in 2018 follows the nation of Wakanda struggling after the loss of their king.
Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
Winona State University’s Theatre and Dance Department presented their own production of “Grease” from Nov. 16-19, displaying four fantastic and charismatic performances. A rather surprising moment in the show was when Kenickie (Joshua Harrison) entered the scene by driving a miniature ‘50s truck on stage.
Theatre and Dance Dept. presents an electrifying production of “Grease”
“X” was released on Mar. 18, 2022 and stars Jenna Ortega, Mia Goth, Brittany Snow, and Kid Cudi. The film is a horror/slasher that features adult actors attempting to film an adult film.
Film Review: “X”
Matthew Perrys memoir was published on Nov. 1 2022. The book goes over Perrys time in Hollywood and struggle with drugs.
Book Review: “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry
Dr. Kimberly Blaeser, an Anishinaabe poet, read a selection of poems from her book, “Copper Yearning”, at Krueger Library on Nov. 10. The sound of rain hit the windows and created a lush atmosphere as she presented.
Kimberly Blaeser closes out Indigenous people’s month events with poetry reading and gallery viewing
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
Winona State University hosted guest-speaker Bill Nye on Nov. 1. Nye blended comedy and science to explain topics like the effects of climate change and the vastness of space.
Record-breaking Bill Nye event encourages climate activism
Oct. 28, No Name Bar hosted “Sexy Spooktacular” a 21+ burlesque show which had ten performers stripping to the music in a gratifying and confident production.
Burlesque in Winona! Burly Bluffs return for “Sexy Spooktacular”
Glass Onion is Rian Johnsons sequel to the murder-mystery Knives Out. The film stars a slew of talent and released in theatres for a week before making its way to Netflix on Dec. 23.
Film Review: “Glass Onion”
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is Marvel Studios latest film and was released on Nov. 11 2022. The sequel to Ryan Cooglers smash hit in 2018 follows the nation of Wakanda struggling after the loss of their king.
Film Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
“X” was released on Mar. 18, 2022 and stars Jenna Ortega, Mia Goth, Brittany Snow, and Kid Cudi. The film is a horror/slasher that features adult actors attempting to film an adult film.
Film Review: “X”
Wendell and Wild released on Oct. 21, 2022 and was directed by Henry Selick. The film stars Lyric Ross as Kat, a 13 year-old girl who is accompanied by her two personal demons, Wendell and Wild (Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele respectivly).
Film Review: “Wendell and Wild”
Taylor Swift released her tenth studio album, Midnights on Oct. 21, 2022.
Music in Review: “Midnights”
Winona State University Children’s Center plans to make upgrades to their playgrounds on the premise of Helble Hall. These changes will seek to better the safety and enjoyment of children.
The WSU Children’s Center raising funds for improved outdoor play spaces
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
The 2022 Winona State University Homecoming parade ran down Huff St. on Oct. 22 and hosted a number of campus clubs and organizations.
Disco down Huff: Winona State homecoming parade brings community together
The First Tuesday Laureate Writers Series was returned on Oct. 4 at the Blue Heron Coffeehouse after a two year hiatus.
A Homecoming: Steve McCown headlines return of writers series
The second annual I Love WSU Day was hosted Sept. 7 on campus. The event aimed to show off available clubs and offer a wide variety of activities for students like a dunk tank, mini-golf, and brightly colored inflatables.
“I Love WSU Day” returns bigger and better for second year
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
WAV Nutrition’s new space offers a side room where WAV offers yoga classes and boxing through a part- nership with another local business, Longevity Boxing Club.
WAV Nutrition starts off new year in new location
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
Starting the week of Oct. 17, students can experience the services Peer-to-Peer provides. There are no costs associated with the program. Peer counselors provide up to five hours of available meeting times per week at The WELL in IWC 138.
New peer counseling program provides greater access to therapeutic services
Winona State University's Newspaper since 1919

The Winonan
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The Winonan
The Warriors headed to Bemidji State University for the second time this season to play in their first playoff game in five years on Nov. 19.

And with that, the 2022 Warrior football season comes to an end

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
November 30, 2022
Schleicher and Williams celebrating in the end zone after a touchdown.

Football claims another big win on the road to playoffs

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
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
The Warriors Football Team triumphed over Minnesota State University Moorhead by 40-7. The Warriors continue their overall record 3-1.

Football team focuses on Mental Health Awareness

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
September 25, 2022
Next week, the Warriors head to Bemidji at Chet Anderson Stadium for redemption after losing to the Beavers 34-24 at the beginning of the season. Bemidji is 9-2 overall, only losing to Augustana University and Mankato so far this season. Whoever wins this game progresses to play the #1 seed, Angelo State University, who are 11-0. 

Football takes first loss of the season against Bemidji

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
September 20, 2022
Warrior Football won their first home game of the 2022 season on Saturday, Sept. 10. The team is currently 2-0 and plays at Bemidji State University against the Beavers next Saturday.

Warriors football continues win streak against University of Mary Mauraders

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
September 12, 2022
The Warriors have a 1-0 record after starting their season and are looking to continue that this weekend against the Mauraders as they return home.

Football kicks off the 2022 season with a new head coach

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Editor
September 7, 2022
Winona State community joined on Johnson Street to celebrate a pre-game experience for the Purple vs. White scrimmage.

Spring game day experience wows new football coach

Jiovani Bermudez, features reporter
April 27, 2022
Winona State University students showing support and appreciation for Head Coach Tom Sawyer at his final game of his 25-season long coaching career. The final game of the season, plus final of Sawyers career, was on Saturday, Nov. 13.

Head Coach Tom Sawyer retires after 25 seasons

Syerah Mulhern-Allred, Sports Reporter
November 26, 2021
Freshman linebacker talks college football adaptations

Freshman linebacker talks college football adaptations

Christopher Edwards, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2020
Football head coach talks team and recruitment struggles

Football head coach talks team and recruitment struggles

Christopher Edwards, Sports Reporter
October 14, 2020
The story of Jordan Lindgren

The story of Jordan Lindgren

Maurice Hudson, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2020
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