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
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(From left) Ashleigh Buergi, Claire Fischer and Kelsey Worachek cross the finish line in the 100-meter dash.

UW-Eau Claire track and field competes at Conference Championships

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
May 10, 2017
Jesse McCartney gave an energetic and sentimental performance, singing twelve numbers from old albums and new.

Jesse McCartney and fans get ‘Back Together’

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
May 8, 2017
Freshman Samantha Hytry hand-drew a map of Wisconsin, showcasing its physical and natural landmarks.

Blugold designs poster for ‘Discover Wisconsin’s’ 30th anniversary

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
May 2, 2017
Filipino President Duterte has been referred to as the "Trump of Asia."

President Trump invites Filipino President Duterte to the White House

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
May 2, 2017
Clara (Olivia Haven), Debbie (Clara Kennedy) and Heidi (Kenzie Currie) protest the lack of representation of women artists.

‘The Heidi Chronicles’ follows one woman through personal and political trials

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 25, 2017
UW-Eau Claire invited Jenna Johnson, a political reporter at the Washington Post, to speak at the 20th Ann Devroy Memorial Forum.

2017 Ann Devroy Memorial Forum recognizes contributions of past and present journalists

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
Stephanie Frempong-Longdon continued her strong performance in the triple jump, scoring second place with 36-11 1/2.

Track and field teams weather the storms at Platteville Invitational

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 17, 2017
The baker (James Corden) and his wife (Emily Blunt) venture into the woods on a quest for magical objects.

‘Into the Woods’ in review

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 17, 2017
The Indianapolis Colts set a record when taxpayers funded $619 million of the $719 million dollars it cost to construct Lucas Oil Stadium.

Sports franchises must stop dipping into tax dollars

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 12, 2017
Claire Fischer (left) and Kelsey Worachek (right) compete in the 100-meter dash at the Ashton May Invitational on Saturday.

UW-Eau Claire track and field teams compete at first outdoor invitational

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 10, 2017
Junior Lauren Graves is passionate about the environment and sustainability on a global scale, which was reinforced during her study abroad experience in Costa Rica.

Blue and gold equals green: Student works to create a sustainable campus

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
April 5, 2017
From left, students Brendon Kwick, Sawyer Buck and Hunter Hermes, kneeling, and Professor Kim Pierson test their solar-powered water heater.

UW-Eau Claire students and faculty plans to efficiently use thermal energy heat up

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 29, 2017
Sydney Tupy performs her dramatic interpretation piece about a woman struggling with drug addiction and domestic abuse.

UW-Eau Claire forensics team looks forward to national competitions

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 28, 2017
Lines run amok at Einstein Bros. Bagels

Lines run amok at Einstein Bros. Bagels

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 14, 2017
The week after daylight saving time marks a time of low productivity and exhaustion.

Daylight saving time reawakens debate about its worth

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 14, 2017
The term “gerrymander” was first used in 1812 in the Boston Gazette. This political cartoon depicts the Senate election district of South Essex as drawn by Governor Elbridge Gerry. The contorted districts were said to resemble a salamander, hence the name “gerrymander.”

Federal judges declare Wisconsin Assembly districts unconstitutional

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
Cinemas in downtown Eau Claire hosted MidWest WeirdFest from March 3-5.

MidWest WeirdFest takes over downtown Eau Claire

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 6, 2017
Blu can often be spotted on campus, interacting with the student body he represents.

Familiar Faces: Scott Small as Blu

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
March 1, 2017
Although there is nothing illegal or unethical about a president playing a few rounds of golf, Trump’s frequent outings have significant consequences for his constituents.

President Trump’s golf outings have social and monetary consequences

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
Olive Penderghast (Emma Stone) embraces her promiscuous alter ego following a false rumor concerning her sex life.

‘Easy A’ in review

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 21, 2017
Written word is often an avenue where people can best express themselves.

Opportunities will also await students passionate about the arts

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 21, 2017
Jerrika Mighelle closed the music portion of the event, singing her original songs and calling for something new.

Planned Parenthood benefit show rallies community around a common cause

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 20, 2017
Participants in the Red Lips Project will have their photo taken with what makes them feel powerful. (Pictured left to right: Taylor Stoltz, Wendy Vang and Madi Mischo) (Submitted)

College Feminists club to host UW-Eau Claire’s first Red Lips Project

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 13, 2017
The Banbury Art Crawl provided a place for people to gather and appreciate handmade art, from pottery to paintings and more.

The eighth annual Banbury Art Crawl tops the charts

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 13, 2017
Members of Blugold Beginnings accepted the $5,000 award Feb. 3 at the Board of Regents meeting in Madison. (Pictured left to right: Cheryl Snobl, Whisper Kappus-McDew, Karen Dominguez, Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Khong Meng Her and Chancellor Jim Schmidt. Not pictured: D’Karlos Craig, Dennis Beale, Crystal Vang and Olivia Vruwink).

Blugold Beginnings receives the 2017 Board of Regents Diversity Award

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 7, 2017
Junior forward Kayla Hanley attempts a shot over her defender.

The women’s basketball team falls short against UW-Stevens Point

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
February 6, 2017
The Garfield Avenue project includes an overlook along the Chippewa River bank, adding more outdoor spaces for people to gather.

Construction will soon begin on the Garfield Avenue project

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017
A still from “The Last Airbender” shows Sokka (Jackson Rathbone) and Katara (Nicola Peltz), characters who fell victim to racebending in M. Night Shyamalan’s interpretation.

Hollywood whitewashing continues to be problematic in entertainment

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017

Tangled Up in Hue continues to feature the work of Eau Claire artists

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
Eight games remain for the Blugolds, then the elusive WIAC title.

Women’s basketball team faces second round of conference play

Story by Deanna Kolell, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey filled Zorn Arena with their powerful voices Saturday night.

Celebrate Christmas concert features Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
December 13, 2016
Impromptu performs in their winter concert

Impromptu performs in their winter concert

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
December 5, 2016
Spock (Zachary Quinto) and James T. Kirk (Chris Pine) eventually learn to work together to try to save their crew and planet earth.

‘Star Trek’ in review

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
December 5, 2016
Donald Trump visited UW-Eau Claire on Nov. 1.

Jill Stein and Hillary Clinton call for recounts in three states

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
November 29, 2016
Fifth Element put on an energetic and humorous performance Friday night. From left to right: Matt Nyman, Collin Sorenson, Steven Witzeling, Lucas Jordan, Will Johnston and Ian Rucker.

Fifth Element presents ‘The Soap Opera’

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
November 21, 2016
One of the most prominent symbols of bigotry and oppression is the statue erected during Voldemort’s reign, with Muggles in their “rightful place.”

Learning tolerance and empathy through the ‘Harry Potter’ series

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
November 21, 2016
Nursing student Grant Sklenar gives flu shots to students. He said nursing faculty members are “true ambassadors of the nursing profession” despite shortages. (submitted)

Shortage of registered nurses projected to grow into the next decade

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
November 16, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

Story by Deanna Kolell and Parker Reed
November 15, 2016
The trombone choir performed “O Magnum Mysterium” by Morten Lauridsen, which had a warm, ethereal sound. Dr. Phillip Ostrander said he is partial to this piece because the trombone is his instrument.

The Wind Area Collage provides unique music experience

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
November 7, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

Story by Deanna Kolell and Sara Klein
November 1, 2016
Cheryl Wetterlind (center) stands with two students who have utilized the ALS program, Kodai Noguchi (left) and Hiroki Kanai (right). (Submitted)

Reading between the lines: Blugold helps build literacy skills

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
October 26, 2016
Great Debate

Great Debate

Story by Deanna Kolell and Sydney Purpora
October 25, 2016
The cheer and stunt team puts in countless hours to practicing and perfecting their elaborate routines and stunts.

UW-Eau Claire’s cheer and stunt team is flying high

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
October 19, 2016
The Blugold Marching Band helps motivate the football team and excite the fans.

Blugold Marching Band and Blugold football strike the right chord

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
October 12, 2016
Donald Trump and former Miss Universe Alicia Machado when they met with reporters in 1997.

Trump loses grounds for remarks against Alicia Machado

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
October 4, 2016
Ellie Davis and Curtis Guhl were crowned homecoming royalty on Friday.

UW-Eau Claire crowns homecoming royalty

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
October 4, 2016
The digitized Spectator allows everyone to see how the university responded to national events during its history (Courtesy of University Special Collections and Archives)

The Spectator goes digital

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 28, 2016
David Madland expressed to UW-Eau Claire the importance of a strong middle class (Amanda Thao)

The Forum: David Madland talks income inequality

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 22, 2016
Clinton at a Spring 2016 UW-Eau Claire rally.

Pneumonia detracts from the Clinton campaign

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 20, 2016
Aleppo, Syria has been “the epicenter of the refugee crisis,” according to Mike Barnicle.

Gary Johnson flounders when asked about Syrian crisis

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 13, 2016
Morgan Freeburg, left, is all smiles during her adventure to the Galapagos Islands.

Memories in Focus: stories about why we are how we are

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 8, 2016
Commitment to quality education, 100 years later.

UW-Eau Claire calls for poetry submissions on the theme “Reflections on Education”

Story by Deanna Kolell, Copy Editor
September 7, 2016
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