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
Local Drag Queen Sheyonce collects tips from the audience while performing.

PHOTOS: The Brewing Projekt celebrates 10th anniversary with drag brunch

Story by Ellen Marie Heunisch, Business Manager
May 9, 2025
Chappell Roan appeared on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast on March 26 and was immediately followed with criticisms based on many of her statements. (Photo from Call Her Daddy)

Unsure how to feel about Chappell Roan right now? Me too

Story by Taylor Boggess, Opinion Editor
April 15, 2025
Over 50 people gathered on Thursday, Feb. 13 at The Lakely for two hours of bingo and drinks with local drag queen Khloe Wold.

PHOTOS: The Lakely hosts Drag Bingo

Story by Ambrosia Wojahn, Copy Editor
February 19, 2025
Drag artist Diablo performing Sabrina Carpenter’s 2023 VMA performance.

The Oxford hosts Drag & Dessert event

Story by Taylor Boggess, Opinion Editor
September 24, 2024
The event was held at Davies Student Center.

Fire Ball drag fundraiser melts hearts with 10 year anniversary

Story by Delia Brandel, Graphic Designer
February 28, 2023
Several drag performances at theater in Eau Claire

Not a drag

Story by Liz Curtin, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Fire Ball: Apoqlypse

Fire Ball: Apoqlypse

Story by Hannah Bryson
February 21, 2019
Throughout her 16 years performing as a drag queen, Ophelia Junque (Justin Brunner), has participated in roughly 250 shows across the nation. The 2017 Fire Ball will be her sixth year as a performer with the university, as one of a select few who have been a part of the show since its kickoff.

UW-Eau Claire employee shares her journey with the Fire Ball

Story by Sydney Purpora, Currents Editor
February 21, 2017
The photograph above was taken at the 2016 Fire Ball. This year, with the theme ‘Pulse,’ the show will be lined with memories of the shooting at the nightclub in Orlando remembering the passing of the victims and celebrating their lives.

2017 Fire Ball: ‘Pulse’

Story by Sydney Purpora, Currents Editor
February 20, 2017
This ball is one fire

This ball is one fire

Story by Rita Fay, Staff Writer
February 18, 2013

Queens of the ball

Story by Bryce McClung
February 16, 2012
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