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News ArticlesAfrican Children's Choir performs in Zorn arenaGroup sings cultural songs, dances, wants to return to Africa in order to 'make it better'ByOn Tuesday night, the African Children's Choir performed in Zorn Arena as part of the Artists Series. Prossy Nakiyemba, an adult performer in the show who was a member of the choir as a child, also talked about the future of the children of the program and how they will return to Africa as story makers. Jury convicts student in stabbing trialSenior faces up to 12-and-half years for alcohol-related altercationByAfter more than five hours of deliberation, a jury convicted UW-Eau Claire senior Shane Peterson Wednesday night with second degree reckless injury in the stabbing of Samuel Rud. He now faces up to 12-and-half years in prison for the felony offense. System sees tragic events as safety issuesRecent fire, homicide, break-ins raise concerns about student welfareByEau Claire Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief David Gee said young people feel immortal - despite this not being the case.The recent fire that swept through a house in Menomonie, killing three UW-Stout students, and the current homicide investigation for the murder of a UW-Madison senior, is proof. Senate race continuesCandidates focus on increasing student inputByWednesday afternoon, the two tickets running for Student Senate president and vice president in next week's election went head-to-head at an hour-long debate in The Cabin of Davies Center. University looks to expandCooperation with city's needs emphasized during Chancellor's roundtableByAt the Chancellor's Roundtable on Monday, Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich emphasized Eau Claire's cooperation with the city as the university looks to expand, especially in terms of multi-use facilities. Senate, students oppose jail expansionLegislation asks county to reevaluate plan, considering university and communityByBacked by a small group of students, Student Senate unanimously passed a resolution 28-0-0 Monday night in support of a more community-friendly jail and courthouse. University prepares for annual Viennese Ball this weekendEvent raises money for scholarships, several programs, some tickets may still be availableByThe UW-Eau Claire 34th annual Viennese Ball will be held Friday and Saturday in Davies Center. Attendees can expect performances by several student musical ensembles, including vocals and instrumentalists. |
