Smoking ban considered

State-wide measure considered for public health

By Heather Mawhiney

One issue newly-elected legislative leaders will discuss next year is whether or not to implement a state-wide smoking ban in bars and restaurants throughout Wisconsin. While many legislative leaders are in favor of a ban for public health reasons, many restaurant and bar patrons and business owners are concerned it will hinder businesses.

Bill proposes wage increase

By David Taintor

Legislation may raise minimum wage more than $1, include indexing.

University wants a mascot, survey says

School will have mascot for first time

By Keri Wabrowetz

What's a Blugold? The age-old question may soon be answered. A recent survey of students, faculty and staff, alumni and donors showed 69 percent of respondents are in favor of implementing a mascot at UW-Eau Claire. After such a high turnout, the results are obvious - Eau Claire wants a mascot.

Referendum results must wait

By Spectator Staff

Survey to gauge students' approval of fee increase to fund projects stalls, results not available by press time.

National media artists display in Haas

Current Foster Gallery exhibit includes motion sensors, video animation, photography

By Allison Proite

To some, "art" is considered a painting or a sculpture. To others, art can be virtually anything, such as a video animation of a woman dancing or sensor detectors that trigger sound. At this month's exhibit at the Foster Gallery in Haas Fine Arts Center, students and community members can experience these forms of art.

Economic crisis growing issue for schools

By Tony Pugh

From Ivy League to community colleges, all facing financial problems.