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
All content by Brian Sheridan
A map showing the final 2016 election results. In a surprising turn of events, presidential-elect Donald Trump dominated Secretary Hillary Clinton across the country, a result national polls have not predicted throughout the entirety of the election. (submitted)

Inaccurate polls shows a failure in journalism

Story by Brian Sheridan, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

Story by Brian Sheridan and Andee Erickson
November 8, 2016
Hillary Clinton's daughter, Chelsea Clinton, shares her experiences with people on the campaign trail. She illustrated the sharp contrast on issues like health care and climate change between her mother and Republican nominee Donald Trump. (Brian Sheridan)

Chelsea Clinton, Tammy Baldwin share health care stories

Story by Brian Sheridan, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2016
Eau Claire's newest academic building Centennial opened in the spring of 2014.

One hundred reasons to celebrate UW-Eau Claire: Week 1 and 2

Story by Brian Sheridan, Editor in Chief
September 13, 2016
UW-Eau Claire athlete takes a shot at the Olympics

UW-Eau Claire athlete takes a shot at the Olympics

Story by Brian Sheridan, Editor-in-Chief
September 8, 2016
The sixth Sculpture Tour Eau Claire unveiled 34 new sculptures from artists around the world. Ron Simmer’s piece, “What the Nose Knows” is at the intersection of North Barstow and East Madison Street.

New sculptures unveiled for next Sculpture Tour

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
May 11, 2016
Currents Editor Sami West laments the state of journalism as she reads The Odyssey in The Spectator office.

[Photo] An open letter to The Odyssey Online

Story by Sami West, Currents Editor
May 11, 2016
Junior CSD student Emmy Gerome poses for a photo with the Autism Speaks mascot at the 11th annual 24-hour event for the Epsilon Alpha chapter of Alpha Xi Delta.

Alpha Xi Delta teeters up and down while speaking out

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
April 28, 2016
The tragic aftermath of Sheridan’s car from the accident over the weekend that left it beyond repair.

A crushing goodbye

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
April 20, 2016
Data from Eau Claire’s Office of Institutional Research shows graduate and undergraduate enrollment from students out of state has been increasing for the last 10 years.

Do not fear tuition increase

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 13, 2016
Participants in the dance marathon performing their hourly, coordinated dance number.

Dance marathon raises money for children

Story by Brian Sheridan, OP/ED editor
April 6, 2016
SUBMITTED

UW-Eau Claire men’s volleyball club ranked No. 1 in the nation for Division II

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
March 3, 2016
Cleven-Peterson poses with Katelyn Klieve in fairy outfits for the Freshman Convocation this year.

UW-Eau Claire senior finds her niche in a variety of places

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
February 25, 2016
Beer Kaese is primarily Wisconsin-based with German roots. It is known for having an earthy, full-bodied flavor.

How one kind of cheese destroyed who I am

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
February 17, 2016
UW-Eau Claire’s TV-10 celebrates 40 years of broadcasting

UW-Eau Claire’s TV-10 celebrates 40 years of broadcasting

Story by Brian Sheridan, OP/ED editor
February 11, 2016
Campus film ‘Breathe’ shows relationships can be suffocating

Campus film ‘Breathe’ shows relationships can be suffocating

Story by Brian Sheridan, Op/Ed Editor
February 3, 2016
The French Press specializes in making all their food from scratch, besides a few menu items.

French Press restaurant donates Tips in honor of their one year anniversary

Story by Brian Sheridan, OP/ED editor
January 27, 2016
Healthy living: making a change before it’s too late

Healthy living: making a change before it’s too late

Story by Brian Sheridan, OP/ED editor
January 27, 2016
Copy Editor Brian Sheridan sits among the presents he and his roommate have wrapped for their friends and family.

The adult expectation of spending more for Christmas without the adult paycheck

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
December 9, 2015
UW- Eau Claire theatre students have been preparing their production of “In the Next Room,” a play about odd treatment methods for hysterical women in the 1800s, for the last month.

[Photo] “Hysterical” hysteria

Story by John Mattison, Staff Writer
December 9, 2015
“My Life as a Dog” in review

“My Life as a Dog” in review

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
December 2, 2015
Eau Claire native Justin Johnson’s film “Double Digits” premieres at the Downtown Cinema

Eau Claire native Justin Johnson’s film “Double Digits” premieres at the Downtown Cinema

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
November 24, 2015
From the mouth of Hollars: pets, death and writing

From the mouth of Hollars: pets, death and writing

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
November 18, 2015
Fifth Element performing for their fall concert in 2014.

The blueprints of a capella

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
November 12, 2015

University professors and police explain concealed weapons on a larger political scale

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
November 5, 2015
The Foster Art Gallery showcases sculptures from Chicago Sculpture International.

Contemporary sculptures featuring a diverse array of medias and designs

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
October 28, 2015
New designs show outdoor seating by the river and Garfield Avenue becoming a pedestrian and bicycle path.

Design concepts unveiled for Garfield Avenue project

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
October 22, 2015
Erbert and Gerbert’s may not always have the healthiest options for students.

Trying to eat right while avoiding the sweets

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
October 14, 2015
A story of change in Selma, Alabama

A story of change in Selma, Alabama

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
October 7, 2015
Betsy Olaussen’s photo series “You Don’t Even Notice it Anymore” on display at Volume One.

STIMULI: an art show on our relationship with technology

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
September 29, 2015
Sheridan walks around Nice, France with other students in his study abroad class.

Feeling majorly lost

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
September 23, 2015
Parvin performs one of her songs on piano during her show at The Cabin on Saturday.

The world is waiting for Haley Parvin

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
September 16, 2015
The path many off campus residents take to school everyday.

Observations from Oxford Street

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
September 9, 2015
Roy’s Barber Shop and Estilo Salon are two of four businesses on Water Street that offer hair cutting and styling services to students for a discounted price.

Using your Blugold for Bargains in College

Story by Brian Sheridan, Copy Editor
September 1, 2015
Students gather at The Cabin, familiar folk artist returns

Students gather at The Cabin, familiar folk artist returns

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
May 13, 2015
Starting the day with a cup of life

Starting the day with a cup of life

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
May 6, 2015
“The Amazing Catfish” in review

“The Amazing Catfish” in review

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
May 6, 2015
The legend of the Blair witch caught on camera

The legend of the Blair witch caught on camera

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 29, 2015
Dear diary: motorcycles are hard, but the truth is harder

Dear diary: motorcycles are hard, but the truth is harder

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 22, 2015

Eau Claire parks spring to life

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 15, 2015
Getting 'In the Loop' and the inside scoop with Al Kamen

Getting ‘In the Loop’ and the inside scoop with Al Kamen

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 7, 2015
Digging up love and revenge

Digging up love and revenge

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
April 2, 2015
Girl scouts selling cookies at Festival Foods

Girl scouts take over UW-Eau Claire with cookies

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
March 17, 2015
Giving breath to the spirit of music

Giving breath to the spirit of music

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
March 10, 2015
Anneliese Ramin, senior, dresses up as the Cat and the Hat and reads to kids.

Four fish, five fish, six fish, seven, Dr. Seuss turns 111

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
March 3, 2015
Seth Hale (middle) as Count Almaviva is trying to seduce Kelly Noltner (left) as Susanna while Jacob Burgess (right) as Figaro watches.

Marriage of Figaro brings love and laughs to Eau Claire

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
February 25, 2015
Staff Writer Brian Sheridan dances in Haas Fine Arts Center earlier this week to help relieve the stresses of schoolwork.

Dance the stress away when school gets tough

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
February 17, 2015
Nick Bustle, senior international business and finance major, tables for AIESEC last Friday in Davies.

AIESEC helps students find new perspective through cultural immersion

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
February 10, 2015
Until Feb. 19, the artwork of Clarence Morgan will be featured in the Foster Art Gallery in Haas Fine Arts Center.

Clarence Morgan shares a different angle on art exhibit

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
February 3, 2015
Staff Writer Brian Sheridan hones his juggling skills

Juggling your time

Story by Brian Sheridan, Staff Writer
January 28, 2015

Centennial (re)makes history

Story by Brian Sheridan, Freelancer
October 30, 2013

Eau Claire is back in the swing of things

Story by Brian Sheridan, Freelancer
September 18, 2013
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