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
Clara Neupert

Clara Neupert, Currents Editor

Neupert is a fourth-year journalism student at UW-Eau Claire. She is the executive producer of Engage Eau Claire on Blugold Radio Sunday. In her spare time, Neupert’s working on becoming a crossword puzzle expert.

All content by Clara Neupert
Albert Colom, vice chancellor for enrollment management, started in his position at UW-Eau Claire on Oct. 1, 2018.

Not enough evidence found to conclude Albert Colom engaged in gender-based discrimination

Story by Madeline Fuerstenberg, Clara Neupert, and Bridget Kelley
May 14, 2020
Spec songs

Spec songs

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 15, 2020
Skijoring, which is derived from the Norwegian word “ski driving,” originated back when animals were still used as a basic form of transportation. The event involves a skier, rider and a horse.

Second annual Spurs and Skis: Skijoring Stampede held in Rice Lake

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 11, 2020
Chandra Talpade Mohanty, Ph.D., was the International Women’s Day keynote speaker. Her work in transnational feminism produced several essays, books and videos.

Speaker says transnational, anti-imperial and anti-capitalist feminism is imperative

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 10, 2020
Enrollement Management Division Transition flow chart.

Chancellor reorganizes enrollment management team

Story by Clara Neupert and Bridget Kelley
February 27, 2020
Chancellor James Schmidt held a press conference in the Alumni room of the Davies Student Center on Monday, Feb. 24.

Chancellor James Schmidt praises departing administrator

Story by Clara Neupert, Madeline Fuerstenberg, and Bridget Kelley
February 24, 2020
Rodd Freitag, interim dean for the College of Arts and Sciences, said Chancellor James C. Schmidt will be meeting with UW System administration before he addresses the campus community about future plans for instruction after the holiday break.

UW-Eau Claire administrator said to leave turmoil in his wake

Story by Madeline Fuerstenberg, Clara Neupert, and Bridget Kelley
February 20, 2020
Schofield Hall, an older brick building on the UW-Eau Claire campus.

Former and current UWEC staff speak out against Albert Colom

Story by Clara Neupert, Bridget Kelley, and Madeline Fuerstenberg
February 16, 2020
Albert Colom, vice chancellor for enrollment management, started in his position at UW-Eau Claire on Oct. 1, 2018.

Investigation launched after allegations of discrimination

Story by Clara Neupert and Bridget Kelley
February 13, 2020
Arnott said others can ease the burden felt by caretakers if they visit.

Caregivers face challenges but can also see reward

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
May 15, 2019
Margaret Ho earned two All-Americans during her time as a runner at UW-Eau Claire.

UW-Eau Claire alumni win this year’s Eau Claire Marathon

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
May 15, 2019
Students can opt to be a part of a co-ed team, pictured above, or join a men’s or women’s team. Games are held in the evenings, sometimes as late as 10 p.m.

[Photo] Diving boards and high scores

Story by Kaitlyn Zenner
April 17, 2019
Dean of Students Joseph Abhold started working at UW-Eau Claire in 2013. Since then, he said he’s seen the campus change in both physical and operational ways.

Dean of Students Joseph Abhold to retire this spring

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 15, 2019

Student-organized event recognizes women and LGBTQ composers

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 2, 2019
One example of universal design in action on campus is “curb cuts.” Curb cuts are the sloping edges of sidewalks that replace the traditional 90-degree-angled curbs.

Executive order replaces antiquated language with newer, inclusive terms

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 19, 2019
The Rest Nest is on the fifth floor of the McIntyre Library. Two student-workers are present to provide an ear to listen.

Life Savers educate campus about suicide, mental health

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 7, 2019
An audience member asks Barry Burden a question after his presentation on gerrymandering. Burden helped co-found the Elections Research Center at UW-Madison.

The Forum: gerrymandering, its history and the Supreme Court

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 15, 2019
According to the 2012 National Survey on Bicyclist and Pedestrian Attitude Attitudes and Behaviors, 13 percent of bicycle accidents are caused by poor roadway conditions like snow or ice. Installing studded tires, like the ones on this bike outside of Hibbard, help with traction.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 13, 2018
Alternatives to Incarcerating Mothers Court (AIM Court) is a branch of the treatment court system under Eau Claire County jurisdiction. Its goals are to help women who struggle with addiction.

AIM Court supports Eau Claire county women recovering from drug addiction

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 10, 2018
One of the cornerstones of athletic competition is sportsmanship. Even during intramurals, athletics shouldn’t overlook this important concept.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 4, 2018
In this photo from our files, Ben Widdes looks for an opening in the paint. The team’s persistent intensity won them the game against UW-Stevens Point last February.

[Photo] Men’s basketball improves record to 3-1 with win at the University of Minnesota-Morris

Story by Luke Alex, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
In this photo from The Spectator’s files, the stationary bikes in the Hilltop Center’s cycling studio wait to be used. The cycling studio, along with the multi-purpose group exercise room next door, were built last year.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 28, 2018
The Great Debate

The Great Debate

Story by Clara Neupert and Rebecca Mennecke
November 23, 2018
This picture from our 2014 files shows Pinehurst Park’s dual features. To the left is the free skiing/snowboarding terrain park and to the right the sledding hill.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 21, 2018
Running releases a chemical in the body called endorphins, according to WebMD. Endorphins interact with the body's response to pain and trigger a positive feeling — runner's high. The feeling of euphoria could be one reason runners go the extra mile.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 13, 2018
The Blugolds came out on top against UW-Whitewater during the WIAC Women’s Volleyball Championship on Saturday.

Volleyball finds tournament victory

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 8, 2018
In this picture from staff files, a marathon pacer passes through the Blugold Mile during last spring's Eau Claire Marathon.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 6, 2018
In this picture from staff files, Patrick Treacy leads the UW-Eau Claire pack at the Blugold Invite on Sept. 28. Treacy finished fourth for the Blugold men on Saturday.

UW-Eau Claire women’s team wins WIAC Championship

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 1, 2018
In this photo from staff files, the Blugold Marching Band plays a few songs for the crowd at the new Garfield Avenue's opening celebration. BMB will hold a concert at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Pablo Center at the Confluence.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 1, 2018
Director of Housing and Residence Life Quincey Chapman responds to student inquiry during the Chancellor’s Roundtable on Wednesday. The meeting was an open forum for discussion about accessibility on UW-Eau Claire’s campus.

Roundtable addresses accessibility

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 24, 2018
Professional wrestling premiered in the United States in the late 1860s after the Civil War, according to Pro Wrestling Stories.com. Wrestlers often competed at carnivals, where audience members could place bets on the wrestlers.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 22, 2018
Vigor in the Valley

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 8, 2018

Spectator sports podcast

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 5, 2018
Clara Neupert stretches her hamstrings on her bike before the start of her race. Though the Fall Color Festival was in Southern Wisconsin, the Eau Claire area is home to several mountain bike trails. Mountain bikes can be rented through the Environmental Adventure Center on campus.

Winning isn’t everything

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 1, 2018
A once in a lifetime opportunity was cut short for many students last year because of COVID-19.

Policy requires students to disclose felony convictions and expulsions for study abroad, away and university housing

Story by Rachyl Houterman and Clara Neupert
September 25, 2018
Pickleball was born on an island near Seatle in 1965, according to the USAPA’s website. The game originated as a backyard activity created by three fathers. There are several accounts as to why the game is called “pickleball.” One claims that a family’s cocker spaniel, named “Pickles,” used to chase after the wiffle ball.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 24, 2018
Austin Perkins scales a wall during a bouldering competition at UW-River Falls. Perkins coaches Eau Climbers, the indoor climbing club at UW-Eau Claire.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 17, 2018
According to olympic.org, Serena Williams was coached in tennis from a young age by her father and won her first U.S. Open title at age 18.

Serena Williams faces violations

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 12, 2018
UW-Eau Claire's new bike fixing stations are located in three different spots around campus.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 10, 2018
Eau Claire’s walking, running and biking trails are present throughout the city. Their paved ways provide venues for transportation, exercise and competition.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 4, 2018
The Eau Claire Marathon, which took place last Sunday, featured nearly 5,000 runners with a diversity of backgrounds, body types and abilities.

Right for running

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
May 8, 2018
Geared toward learners of all ages, Astronomy Day was free and open to the public. It was hosted by the Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society, a local club with an observatory in Fall Creek.

To Eau Claire and beyond

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
May 8, 2018
Local and regional musicians included Heatbox, Stanton West, Earth Day All-Stars, Olive Sings and Randall Adams. They played from noon on Saturday, April 21, to 1 a.m. on Sunday, April 22.

Local artists, businesses hold event advocating for the planet

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 25, 2018
During a walk guided by Daria Hutchinson, Joe Rohrer and Matt Staudenmaier, students and community members were encouraged to ask questions about the trees that call the UW-Eau Claire campus their home.

UW-Eau Claire named a ‘Tree Campus’

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 24, 2018
Colin Kaepernick (right) kneels during the national anthem next to former teammate Eric Reid. Previously members of the San Francisco 49ers, both men are currently free agents.

Kaepernick’s exclusion from pro football signals a deeper problem

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 17, 2018
Chancellor James C. Schmidt listens to student input during the latest Chancellor's Roundtable event centered around parking on Thursday.

Students provide input for Parking and Transportation Services

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 16, 2018
“Charlotte’s Web,” presented by Eau Claire Children’s Theatre, showcased Castle Dettinger as Wilbur, Tehya Johnson as Fern and Ava Shultz as Charlotte.

‘Charlotte’s Web’ in review

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 11, 2018
The Yates-Forrest and Nguyen-Salzman teams answered a set of questions during a president debate on Wednesday. The candidates are vying for the positions of the UW-Eau Claire student body president and vice president.

Presidential debate informs voters

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 11, 2018
From left to right: Candidates Maddie Forrest (vice president) and Branden Yates (president), and Hattie Salzman (vice president, tuning in via video chat) and Robert Nguyen (president) participate in the Student Body President Debate on Wednesday.

Student Senate Elections: A breakdown of the candidates

Story by Rachyl Houterman and Clara Neupert
April 11, 2018
This year, Erica Oawster’s effort in the ring earned her a place at nationals, where she finished fourth and returned home an All-American.

Blugold thrower excels in her field

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 4, 2018
Angela Hazen gave advice about overcoming adversity to the audience in the Council Oak Room last Thursday.

UW-Eau Claire graduate believes ‘everything’s possible’

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
April 3, 2018
Lydia Boerboom, a UW-Eau Claire student running for County Board, answered questions at the forum on Tuesday.

Candidates answer student questions during forum

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 28, 2018
Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin was one of the speakers at the March for Our Lives rally in Madison. Baldwin’s speech was echoed by area high school students.

Protesters demand gun legislation change

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 27, 2018
The Eau Claire City Council tabled the ordinance in a 7-3 decision. City Manager Dale Peters expects the legislation to reappear in May after discussion.

Ordinance vote postponed

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 14, 2018
All of the art show’s paintings were created by the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists, an organization founded by a former UW-Eau Claire professor.

Local watercolor artists show paintings at the Beaver Creek Reserve

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 13, 2018
As part of UW-Eau Claire’s The Forum series, Anya Kamenetz spoke on Tuesday night. Kamenetz said there are three types of debt that comprise America’s deficit-reality: personal debt, national debt and eco-debt.

The Forum: Anya Kamenetz shares information, advice and hope

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 8, 2018
The Chancellor's Roundtable on Thursday opened a discussion between UW-Eau Claire students and city officials. Students were given the opportunity to ask questions about the proposed ordinance changes.

Students share concerns about ordinance at Chancellor’s Roundtable

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
March 2, 2018
The discussion will continue from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday at the Chancellor’s Roundtable in the Dakota Ballroom of the Davies Student Center.

Public Good Order ordinance proposal addresses public disturbance, intoxication

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 28, 2018
Katie Christian (right), club president, and Kyle Hagen (left), vice president, demonstrate their different approaches to meditation. The Organization for Meditation meets from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays throughout spring semester.

New campus organization meets to meditate

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 28, 2018
Blugold women's softball had a "productive weekend" in Rochester, Minnesota winning three of four games.

Softball opens season swinging in Minnesota

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 27, 2018
Powered by strong finishes in field and sprint events, the Blugold women’s indoor track team came in first place at the UW-Oshkosh Titan Challenge. The men’s team came in second at the invite.

Eau Claire women’s indoor track team earns gold at UW-Oshkosh Titan Challenge

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 22, 2018
Ben Widdes looks for an opening in the paint. The team’s persistent intensity won them last Saturday’s game against UW-Stevens Point.

Men’s basketball was able to ‘live in the moment and play.’

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 20, 2018
UW System President Ray Cross spoke with a lawmaker who advocated for UW System rearrangement before consulting shared governance, according to WPR, the source that broke the story on Feb. 1.

UW System President’s emails reveal ‘divisive’ comments aimed at shared governance

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 14, 2018
The Great Debate

The Great Debate

Story by Clara Neupert and Madeline Fuerstenberg
February 14, 2018
Over 400,000 students are affected by the Federal Perkins Loan Program, the University of Wisconsin System Student Rep’s press release stated. The program expired on Sept. 30, 2017.

Pushing for a Federal Perkins Loan Program extension

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 8, 2018
The Me Too Benefit’s tickets, food and beverage proceeds all were given to the Family Support Center. The Support Center gives their services to families and individuals in need of refuge from abuse and sexual violence.

Me Too Benefit raises funds for Family Support Center

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
February 6, 2018
The Me Too Benefit’s tickets, food and beverage proceeds all were given to the Family Support Center. The Support Center gives their services to families and individuals in need of refuge from abuse and sexual violence.

[Photo] Student Senate allocates more than $1,000 to a campus organization

Story by Rachyl Houterman, News Editor
February 6, 2018
The new studio space hosts a wide variety of group exercise programs, from cycling to Barre to yoga. All group exercises classes are free with presentation of a Blugold ID card.

Newly constructed group exercise studios open in Hilltop for spring semester

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
January 30, 2018
A plastic food wrapper drifts into a snow pile outside Hibbard Hall. The Pew Research Center reports that when it comes to total recycled items, plastics like bags and food packaging account for less than 20 percent.

Be nicer to the planet: nix individual packaging

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
January 30, 2018
The Ager Museum, located on West Madison Street, is open for tours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month and every third Wednesday of the month from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Eau Claire museum preserves Norwegian culture

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 12, 2017
Chancellor James C. Schmidt addressed an audience at UW-Eau Claire and a live-streamed audience at UW-Barron County on Wednesday regarding the UW System reconstruction.

Chancellor’s Roundtable: Discussing the UW System restructuring

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 8, 2017
A speaker attached to a lamppost in downtown Eau Claire plays Christmas tunes.

Eau Claire needs to chill out with the Christmas celebrations

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
December 5, 2017
Chancellor James C. Schmidt, Katy McGarry and Nick Webber, the student body president and vice president, respectively, were part of the team from UW-Eau Claire that visited UW-Barron County on Nov. 15. They met with leaders and administrators from UW-Barron County.

UW-Eau Claire and UW-Barron County open discussion about the ‘merger’

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 29, 2017
UW-Eau Claire Student Body Vice President Nick Webber represents student governance on the Restructuring Project Steering Committee. Webber is the sole student on the committee.

UW-Eau Claire student body vice president serves on UW System Steering Committee

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 29, 2017
UW-Eau Claire and the Eau Claire community are hosting events all through the holiday season to bring the festive spirit to students and community members.

[Photo] Holiday events coming up on campus and in the community

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 28, 2017
Bob Gough, professor emeritus of history, taught an audience about the Apportionment Act of 1792 and its modern-day implications during his presentation on Monday night.

History professor emeritus addressed apportionment through the ages

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 21, 2017
On Wednesday, AIESEC hosted a “Global Village,” where interested students were given an opportunity to learn about volunteer programs in Romania, Thailand and Peru.

AIESEC helps students go global

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 16, 2017
In a proposal released on Oct. 11, UW System President Ray Cross proposed merging two-year UW Colleges with four-year universities. The UW System Board of Regents will vote on the proposal on Thursday.

Chancellor, student government prepare for UW System restructuring vote

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
November 8, 2017
Clara Neupert stands atop Yosemite Falls during her trip to Yosemite National Park. Yosemite is one of the parks that would be affected by the proposal.

Admission cost increase proposal limits who can visit national parks

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 31, 2017
Jillian Weise is a poet, activist, author and amputee who self-identifies as a cyborg, according to an essay she wrote published in The New York Times.

Disability author and activist presented at ninth annual Schneider Disability Issues Forum

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 31, 2017
Eric Kasper opened a dialogue about the new Freedom of Expression policy on Wednesday in an event co-sponsored by the UW-Eau Claire Pre-Law Club, the UW-Eau Claire Center for Constitutional Studies, Student Senate and the Criminal Justice Association.

Political science professor analyzes Freedom of Expression policy passed by the UW Board of Regents

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 29, 2017
Are ghosts real?

Are ghosts real?

Story by Elizabeth Gosling and Clara Neupert
October 23, 2017
Chancellor James C. Schmidt and Housing and Residence Life Director Quincy Chapman answered student questions about housing for the 2018-19 academic year at the Chancellor’s Roundtable on Wednesday.

Chancellor’s Roundtable: Addressing on-campus housing

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 18, 2017
The city of Eau Claire encompasses 9 bike trails, according to the city’s website, but conditions for bike-commuters in the city still need improvement.

Eau Claire drivers, bicyclists need to create a safer environment for bike-commuters

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 17, 2017

Eau Queer Film Festival strives to ‘activate’ audience

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 11, 2017
Hibbard Hall renamed in honor of anonymous donor

Hibbard Hall renamed in honor of anonymous donor

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 9, 2017
An Eau Claire community member posted this photo of the signs late Saturday night on Facebook.

Banners displayed on students’ house have insolent, sexist message

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 3, 2017
Kitty Norton of “Jack and Kitty” sings and plays the whizzbang, a washboard-like instrument. The duo covered originals and covers, ranging from “Three Little Birds” to “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This).”

Acoustic Cafe hosts Jack and Kitty

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 2, 2017
Only a sophomore, Natalie Wijesinghe is an instrumental component on the UW-Eau Claire women’s tennis team. This weekend, Wijesinghe fought her way into two semi-final rounds at the ITA Regionals.

UW-Eau Claire women’s tennis team makes history

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 26, 2017
Lisa Krawczyk is a member of NOTA’s student selection committee. She said she chose to come to UW-Eau Claire because of the area’s rich poetry community.

NOTA provides a place for poets at UW-Eau Claire

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 21, 2017
Though heartwarming, “A Man Called Ove” won't surprise audiences.

‘A Man Called Ove’ in review

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 18, 2017
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