The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
Grace Olson

Grace Olson, Currents Editor

Grace Olson is a fourth-year journalism student with a sociology minor and a WGSS certificate. She loves to explore Eau Claire, read, find new music and spend time with her friends and family! Grace will be graduating this December and while excited to finish up school, she is sad to say goodbye to The Spectator. 

All content by Grace Olson
Nonprofit organizations are asking for winter gear and clothing for upcoming donations.

How Eau Claire businesses and organizations are giving back to the community

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
December 7, 2021
The EDI leadership certificate will require all first-year students to complete tier one training.

[Photo] UW-Eau Claire’s EDI leadership certificate is a new opportunity for students

Story by Claire Schoenemann, Freelance Writer
November 17, 2021
Student speaks

Student speaks

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
November 17, 2021
When Riverview Cafe doesn’t sound appealing, Midwest Meals prides itself on being a healthy alternative.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
November 3, 2021
Student speaks

Student speaks

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 27, 2021
Students speak

Students speak

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 6, 2021
Aaron White said Eau Claire residents will be seeing the projects being finished within the next year.

New city developments in the Chippewa Valley

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 4, 2021
Student speak

Student speak

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 22, 2021
Students and Eau Claire locals can enjoy both art and music at an upcoming festival.

Artisan Forge Studios to host indie music festival

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 14, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
May 3, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 26, 2021
The death of George Floyd sparked a national Black Lives Matter movement.

Students feel the impacts of police brutality

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 21, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 19, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 12, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 30, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 23, 2021
The third bridge gave a great view of the clear blue sky.

A sunny day in Eau Claire

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 17, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 15, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 8, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 1, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 23, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 15, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 8, 2021
Graphic by Hailey Thorsen

We pick three

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 4, 2021
Mental health in isolation

Mental health in isolation

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 3, 2021
Book Club

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
December 9, 2020
Book Club

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
November 24, 2020
Book Club

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
November 10, 2020
Book Club

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 27, 2020
Students will learn all about the countries offered through UW-Eau Claire’s study abroad program during the virtual study abroad fair.

Study Abroad fair to be held over Zoom

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 26, 2020
Book Club

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 20, 2020
Book club

Book club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 13, 2020
Book club

Book club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
October 6, 2020

Book club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 29, 2020
Patricia Kress, a physician and medical director for SHS, said the emails and phone calls have been overwhelming, but they are starting to catch up.

Students concerned with UWEC COVID-19 protocol

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 24, 2020

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 22, 2020

Book club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 15, 2020
Probably negative reviews

Probably negative reviews

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 15, 2020
When Riverview Cafe doesn’t sound appealing, Midwest Meals prides itself on being a healthy alternative.

Eau Claire Eats: Takeout edition

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 9, 2020

Book Club

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
September 8, 2020
It’s especially apparent above the doorway into the kitchen. There’s a large crack above the doorway and it’s leaning to the left a bit.

Reminiscing on favorite memories of my off-campus house

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
May 13, 2020
Payne has been hinting at a reunion over FaceTime or a special 10 year anniversary celebration.

One Direction reunion!?!

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 22, 2020
“They know that something serious is happening and they were happy to know that these supplies would help the doctors and nurses stay safe,” Coolidge said.

UW-Eau Claire health care program donated personal protection equipment

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 15, 2020
My family thinks his routine of sleeping all day is due to him being alone while my parents are at work and I am at school.

A dog’s quarantine routine

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
April 1, 2020
When Riverview Cafe doesn’t sound appealing, Midwest Meals prides itself on being a healthy alternative.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 25, 2020
When Riverview Cafe doesn’t sound appealing, Midwest Meals prides itself on being a healthy alternative.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 11, 2020
UW-Eau Claire Student Senate student body presidential elections will commence Sept. 16-18.

Student Senate covers sustainability on campus, expansions and more construction work

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
March 4, 2020
The Brewing Projekt will host local vendors on Saturday afternoon.

We pick three

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 27, 2020
The Polar Plunge raises money for Wisconsin Special Olympics athletes. People will brave the cold water on Sunday.

We pick three

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 20, 2020
Players met at the YMCA John & Fay Menard Tennis Center for a match against the Cornell Rams.

UW-Eau Claire men’s tennis defeats the Cornell Rams

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 19, 2020
Being competitive and maintaining a winning mindset contributes to the success of the Blugolds basketball team.

Women’s basketball wins against UW-Stevens Point

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 12, 2020
The president of Black Student Alliance aims for all black students to feel connected through these events on campus.

Multiple events will be held on campus to celebrate Black History Month

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 10, 2020
Blugolds gymnastics team motivates one another to prepare for their meets.

UW-Eau Claire gymnastics team takes third place in LaCrosse

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 6, 2020
Executive Director Frank Watkins says everything from the script and choreography to the tech work and beyond is student-produced. “Cabaret: ‘Game Over’” will show again next weekend.

Travel into the Gamerverse with this year’s Cabaret production

Story by Grace Olson, Currents Editor
February 4, 2020
Load More Stories
Menu
Activate Search
Home
Grace Olson