Spectator Editorial - The final word

A review of topics that will be at the forefront of debate

By Spectator staff

As the school year comes to an end, The Spectator decided to take a step back and explore the issues that shaped campus discussion this year, and those that will continue to stir debate in the future. In doing so, the editorial board made a list of what we view to be the most important matters currently being debated on campus.

'C' not for cookie anymore

Sesame Street's attempt to teach healthier habits not effective, kids will miss out in the end

By Alexa Blatz

Elmo, Oscar the Grouch, Big Bird, Bert and Ernie and the Cookie Monster. These are just a few of the wonderful characters of Sesame Street. Sesame Street is a show most of us probably grew up with. I am sure most have vividly fond memories of watching the show with friends.

Mean not accurate measure of salaries

By Geoff Peterson

While I applaud The Spectator for running a story about faculty salaries, reporting average salaries understates the problem. The article reported the average assistant professor at UW-Eau Claire makes $47,500. While this is technically accurate, it is not a fair measure of the overall distribution.

Pelley's Perspective

Students should inform themselves, engage university

By Alison Pelleymounter

As the school year comes to its inevitable end, I thought en lieu of writing on my original topic, Social Security, I would enjoy reflecting on what this year has meant to me and some things I've learned by contributing my 2-cents this semester. When I originally decided to write a weekly column, I had every intention to write on fun, light-hearted topics (referred to by some as "moronic fluff").

Graduation isn't goodbye

Senior staffer explains what her time at UW-Eau Claire, The Spectator meant to her

By Gina Duwe

The Spectator. Two simple words, yet they've become my life for the past four years. When I think of our office - room 108 of Hibbard Hall - I think of my second home, and in many cases, my first home. And now, after publishing nearly 200 issues, it's hard to say goodbye to such an amazing journey.