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Travis Adams, an attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas, delivered the keynote address Wednesday night.

UW-Eau Claire celebrates historic civil rights leader

February 1, 2018
Oprah Winfrey caused a stir after her moving acceptance speech at the Golden Globes.

Fans want Oprah to become the leader of the free world

January 31, 2018
The Lightwire Theatre performs their electric rendition of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”

Lightwire Theatre presents an electrifying Christmas story

December 13, 2016
Jake Tapper's spoke with Kellyanne Conway and Robby Mook on CNN's State of the Union on why he felt his candidate lost the election.

Clinton’s bluntness may have cost her the election

December 6, 2016
President-Elect Donald Trump discusses policy ideas, including rescinding abortion access.

’60 minutes’ interviews president-elect to discuss campaign promises

November 15, 2016
Gala-goers danced the night away during a night inspired by the jazz era and “The Great Gatsby.”

Eau Claire hosts third annual Gatsby’s Gala

November 15, 2016
Beyonce and the Dixie Chick’s face social media backlash after performing their hit “Daddy Lessons” at the Country Music Awards (CMA) awards.

Country Music Awards executives seemingly allow racists to win after Beyonce performance

November 8, 2016
Eau Claire community members, faculty and students reenacted “War of the Worlds,” the radio drama which sent the nation into a frenzy.

Volume One hosts ‘War of the Worlds’ reader’s theatre

November 1, 2016
Tony Scott’s “Unstoppable” is based on true events and gives an accurate depiction of a runaway train.

‘Unstoppable’ in review

November 1, 2016
UW-Eau Claire students talk about the role sports have played in their lives growing up and how it affected their viewpoint from then to now.

Students give their take on what sports means to them

October 26, 2016
Jester professionals are having a hard time finding work after they’re threatened with physical harm if they make an appearance out in public

Professional clowns receive threats of reprisals after campus scares

October 25, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

October 18, 2016
Trump’s mouth gets the best of him once again when he refers to a guest star as “Uncle Tom” on his show, “The Apprentice.”

Trump is called out for using a racial epithet, referring to a contemporary hip hop artist

October 18, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

October 11, 2016
Trump’s famous mouth goes too far this time.

Sometimes, silence is golden

October 11, 2016
Introverts keep to themselves and are most at peace in the comfort of their homes, and that’s okay.

The quiet reporter

September 27, 2016
College student wears blackface and faces the consequences of her actions

A student wearing blackface sparks racial tension

September 20, 2016
Packers vs Vikings

Packers vs Vikings

September 13, 2016
Star Tribune columnist inappropriately shames TV journalist

Star Tribune columnist inappropriately shames TV journalist

September 13, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

September 7, 2016
“Zootopia” in review

“Zootopia” in review

September 7, 2016
Kaepernick hopes to prove a point by opting not to stand during the National Anthem at a pre-season game.

Star quarterback proves a point while refusing to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance

September 7, 2016
eachers fight back against the UW System for their right to tenure policies.

Standing against the system

May 11, 2016
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May 11, 2016
Scientist says he’d ‘Gladly Throw The Switch And Be Executioner’ in regards to the Anopheles gambiae infected mosquitoes.

Biologists wants to exterminate ‘certain mosquitoes species

May 4, 2016
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May 4, 2016
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April 27, 2016
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‘Unbroken’ in review

April 27, 2016
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‘The Prestige’ in review

April 20, 2016
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April 20, 2016
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April 13, 2016
‘The Girl King’ in review

‘The Girl King’ in review

April 13, 2016
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April 6, 2016

The Viennese Ball from an usher’s perspective

April 6, 2016
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March 30, 2016
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March 16, 2016
Buses can do their jobs and not worry about safety now that it’s been ruled in their favor to ban cars and motorcycle parking in the designated bus area.

Vehicle parking spots removed after new bus ordinance

March 16, 2016
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March 9, 2016
Foster Gallery’s exhibit “Color, Sign and Faith,” features the works of four Thai artists across several mediums and is on display until March 17.

Foster Gallery showcases art forms highlighting Thai culture and faith

March 9, 2016
‘Clue’ in review

‘Clue’ in review

March 2, 2016
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March 2, 2016
Professor Molly Gebrian brings violists together for a day of celebration

UW-Eau Claire will host the Viola Jamboree

February 25, 2016
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