Nick Erickson, Staff Writer
April 11, 2013
John Noltner wanted to do more with his photography career. He wished to carry his own voice and make a difference in the world. Noltner, a 1990 graduate of UW-Eau Claire, has indeed gone down his own path to create an exhibit that has gained nationwide recognition. “A Peace of My Mind” is a documentary... Read more »
Ryan Spaight , Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
The global energy crisis is here, and it is urgent; this is the prevailing message “Switch” sends. Startling statistics and an international scope make this a fittingly large-scale documentary to answer the giant question that is the energy crisis. Geologist Scott Tinker researches energy alternatives... Read more »
Steve Fruehauf, Copy Editor
April 4, 2013
While most of the Foster Art Gallery’s displays are usually professional works, the gallery is currently taking time to appreciate its UW-Eau Claire student artists. The gallery will be presenting its 56th Annual Juried Student Art Show at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 in Haas Fine Arts Center. There... Read more »
Bridget Cooke , Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
The month of April has been designated as Eau Claire Hmong Heritage Month and has been planned by students and community. According to their website, the month of honoring Hmong culture is meant to “promote an appreciation and education of the complexities of Hmong culture and history among members... Read more »
April 4, 2013
So, I’m boycotting winter. It is April for cripes sakes! I’m thinking about summertime, meaning it is time to start planning out concerts and music festivals! On a poor college student’s budget I have carefully been planning how much plasma I must donate to be able... Read more »
Rita Fay, Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
Mugnog. Is it an animal, vegetable or mineral? Imagination is key to answering the question. The young audience play, “Mugnog” reminds the audience how important imagination is for both children and adults. UW-Eau Claire music and theatre arts department will present “Mugnog” at 1:30 p.m. on... Read more »
Andy Hildebrand, Sports Editor
March 28, 2013
Sports Editor Andy Hildebrand talked to students around UW-Eau Claire, asking them their most memorable April Fools’ Day This one time, I taped shut the spigot and told my Pops to get me a glass of water. It sprayed all over the place and he was really mad. It was hilarious. -Ryan Hartman, junior For... Read more »
Katie Bast and Martha Landry, Staff Writer and Currents Editor
March 28, 2013
Staff Writer, Katie Bast and Currents Editor, Martha Landry take sides on the 2011 chick flick featuring Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph By Kaite Bast 4/5 stars We’re all over that “women aren’t funny” thing, right? Ladies have been proving that argument false time and again for decades, but people... Read more »
Rita Fay, Staff Writer
March 28, 2013
Eau Claire county residents gathered at 7:30 p.m. on March 26 at the L.E. Phillips Memorial public library to attend a presentation about climate change in the state of Wisconsin. The presentation titled, “Global Climate Change: A Brief Overview, Climate Science Fundamentals, and Implications for Wisconsin”... Read more »
Elizabeth Jackson, Photo Editor
March 28, 2013
“Quality before quantity.” It’s an age old expression that high school teachers stress as they dole out essays. It’s something that takes a while to understand, but after a while the concept is grasped. Except by the fashion industry. Quantity seems to matter a lot more when it comes to women’s... Read more »
