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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

One of the routes of the walkthrough typically runs through Graham Avenue, a common housing area for UW-Eau Claire students.

UWEC will host annual Spring Community Walkthrough

Story by Elyse Braun, News Editor March 13, 2025

Following the completion of their on-campus housing requirement, students must decide whether they would like to continue living on-campus or if they want to explore options off-campus. Students who...

UW-Eau Claire men’s hockey team captain and fourth-year defenseman Colin Stein hoists the Commissioner’s Cup above the team after defeating UW-River Falls 2-0 in the WIAC Tournament Championship. Matt Stanek, WIAC assistant commissioner for media relations, presented the cup to Stein and the team on Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

UWEC men’s hockey wins Commissioner’s Cup in shut-out against UW-River Falls

Story by Dani Wollner, Assistant Business Manager March 12, 2025

UW-Eau Claire men’s hockey started and ended the final game against UW-River Falls on Saturday, March 8, with a goal in the first and third periods. This intense game rounded out Eau Claire’s WIAC...

Local grunge band ValleyKiL was formed in Eau Claire in summer 2024 and is fronted by vocalist/guitarist Emm K with Seany Cope on lead guitar, Kman on bass and Ryan Pleski on drums. ValleyKiL’s inspirations are Foo Fighters, Stevie Nicks and The Pretty Reckless.

PHOTOS: Decadent Cabaret 44 night one

Story by Maddie Kasper, Multimedia Editor March 6, 2025

Kasper can be reached at kasperml9306@uwec.edu.

 “Everybody likes the ghost story around the campfire,” Bertram said. “I think the closest we get to that on a regular or an easily achievable situation, to sit with strangers in the dark and hear weird stories, is to go to a cinema and to experience that.”

A Night of Horror Film Festival to haunt Micon Downtown Cinema

Story by Isabella Matczak, Copy Editor March 5, 2025

A Night of Horror International Film Festival will return to Micon Downtown Cinema in Eau Claire for its second year in the United States. It will run from March 6-9, screening a variety of new horror...

The Tator: UWEC announces defunding of wizardry department

The Tator: UWEC announces defunding of wizardry department

Story by Noah Tolbert, Chief Copy Editor March 4, 2025

Editor’s Note: This is a satirical article and is not meant to be taken seriously. It does not reflect the opinions of The Spectator or UW-Eau Claire. In a move that shocked nobody, UW-Eau Claire...

 Independent outlets and cutting-edge coverage are becoming more important in helping humanize the marginalized and unknown members and groups of society. (Photo courtesy of Unsplash under Creative Commons license)

Voices from the Fringes: The importance of proper media coverage

Story by Wyatt Voelker, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

In an era where news cycles are dominated by political grandstanding and sensationalist narratives, the importance of covering underappreciated, undercovered or marginalized groups has never been more...

“That’s really what the Sonnentag building kicked us off on, decarbonizing our building operations.” Strehlow said.

The Sonnentag Event Center receives Clean Energy Honor Roll

Story by Maia Soderlund, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

By now, flying cars and advanced technology were believed to be the future. While advanced technology has been established, flying cars are not the norm. Instead, the world is now turning some eyes towards...

Greg Heiselman, Mary Hoffman and Tracy Drier joined the SOS meeting on Feb. 19

Direct sustainability goals omitted from UWEC 2025-2030 Strategic Plan

Story by Elyse Braun, News Editor February 26, 2025

Editor's Note: Madi Shafman uses she/they pronouns, but she/her pronouns will be used in this article for clarity. Every five years, UW-Eau Claire develops and sets forth a strategic plan containing...

Eau Claire Community Humane Society marketing and development director Addie Erdmann holds 10-week-old puppy Valentino.

A woman’s best friend: Galentine’s speed friending and puppy adoption event

Story by Ellen Marie Heunisch, Business Manager February 19, 2025

Heunisch can be reached at heunisem5435@uwec.edu.

Glacier National Park was proclaimed the 10th National Park in 1910, and is one of many National Parks facing the termination of probationary employees and rollbacks of federal funding.

Existing on Earth: a political issue?

Story by Claire Schoenemann, Freelance Writer February 19, 2025

As a teenager from a small town in rural Wisconsin, I grew up with what I thought were very big dreams. I fell asleep watching National Geographic documentaries and dreamt of exploring every National Park...

A few members from Blugold Radio attended the 2025 WBA Student Forum on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Lambeau Field.

Wisconsin Broadcasters Association recognizes UWEC students

Story by Isabella Matczak, Copy Editor February 18, 2025

Each year, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association selects recipients of the “Student Awards for Excellence” from college, university and high school student entries. There are 34 different categories...

Demi Moore portrays Elizabeth Sparkle in “The Substance” (2024), released on Sept. 20. (Photo from Universal Pictures)

Cinephiles: ‘The Substance’

Story by Lance Stridde, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Seeing Coralie Fargeat’s “The Substance” on a big screen was by far one of the grossest experiences I’ve ever had.  From the opening sequence, consisting of a time-lapse of fading celebrity...

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