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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Faculty and staff weigh early exit

Faculty and staff weigh early exit

Story by Nate Beck and Austin Mai
May 13, 2015
Community gathers to remember fallen students, faculty

Community gathers to remember fallen students, faculty

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
May 12, 2015
Budget cuts force wait on campus tree garden

Budget cuts force wait on campus tree garden

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
April 28, 2015

Chippewa Valley rallies around region’s expected “skills gap”

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
April 23, 2015
Police responded to a report of a dead body Tuesday.

UPDATE: Body in Putnam Park identified

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
April 22, 2015
FILE PHOTO

Great Debate

Story by Nate Beck and Lauren French
April 22, 2015
Ray Cross, UW System president, spoke about proposed budget cuts to the university system at an open forum for UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff and students Wednesday afternoon in Centennial Hall. Cross touched on challenges ahead for the UW System and his efforts lobbying state lawmakers to ease the cut.

Cross: System cuts reflect value shift

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
April 1, 2015
Police Blotter

Police Blotter

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
March 11, 2015
Campus officials to review social media hate incident

Campus officials to review social media hate incident

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
March 10, 2015
'Rapid action' meetings public, but meetings and papers off-limits

‘Rapid action’ meetings public, but meetings and papers off-limits

Story by Nate Beck and Raina Beutel
March 4, 2015
Survey: some teachers seek escape amid looming cuts

Survey: some teachers seek escape amid looming cuts

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
February 25, 2015
FILE PHOTO

Coffee vs. Tea

Story by Nate Beck and Lauren Kritter
February 24, 2015
The L.E. Phillips Planetarium may close due to proposed state budget cuts to the UW System.

Stars could go dark to conserve class sizes

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
February 20, 2015

[Video] Protesters rally against proposed cuts

Story by Words by Nate Beck and Photos by Ryan Alme
February 13, 2015
Since protest last spring, university strives to squash racism

Since protest last spring, university strives to squash racism

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
February 12, 2015
Chancellor Schmidt, pictured, said miscommunications and misunderstandings resulted in the negative experience of a UW-Eau Claire student. Much of Wednesday's Roundtable served as a forum for campus administrators and students to hold a discussion regarding campus security resources. (File Photo)

State budget will force faculty and staff cuts campuswide

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
February 4, 2015
Last fall freshman Ryan Battist went to Student Health Service for a physical and to see if he has asthma - a condition he said he thinks came from living in the dorms. Students will pay more for campus-sponsored health insurance again this year.

Health insurance costs rise

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
January 29, 2015

Backlash

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
May 7, 2014

A century and a half of stories, one site

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
May 7, 2014
IN THE MEANTIME: The Student Office of Sustainability plans to use about half of next year’s tenative budget on campus bike programs like covered parking and bicycle lockers. © 2014 Nate Beck, The Spectator

Budget to create prime real estate for pedal pushers

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 30, 2014

Final walking, biking plan proposed

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 23, 2014
Beck is a senior journalism major and Chief Copy Editor of The Spectator. Beck can be reached at becknc@uwec.edu or @NateBeck9.

Wisconsin governor’s race just got weirder

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 23, 2014
A dynasty in the making

A dynasty in the making

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 16, 2014

Dems bash big money in state politics

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 9, 2014

Around the world fun run raises money for real-life globetrotting

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 9, 2014

[Video] Around the world fun run raises money for real-life globetrotting

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 6, 2014

Orgs ask Senate for support

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 2, 2014
SUN SAVINGS: Jim Dickerson built this solar panel array last summer. He's now running his house on clean energy alone. © 2014 Nate Beck

No crude, no coal

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
April 2, 2014

Ride the sunlight

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
March 26, 2014
Beck is a senior journalism major and Chief Copy Editor of The Spectator. Beck can be reached at becknc@uwec.edu or @NateBeck9.

Sunshine week highlights government secrecy

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
March 26, 2014

Taming water and bottling sunlight

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
March 12, 2014
BACK FROM ACTION: Nick Bures was deployed to Afghanistan through the National Guard. After a nine-month tour overseas, he enrolled at UW-Eau Claire. © 2014 Nate Beck

From combat to campus

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
March 6, 2014

Men’s tennis sweeps competition

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 27, 2014

Student organization process to speed up

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 27, 2014

Men’s tennis sweeps Loras

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 22, 2014

Cash in action

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 20, 2014

New budget battles waning enrollment on campus

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 13, 2014
Junior chemistry major Ryan McMann and senior biochemistry major Heidi Schmidt work in a Phillips lab on Wednesday. © 2014 Nate Beck.

Campus leaders: summer tuition freeze could delay end goals of Blugold Commitment

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 6, 2014

Senate supports multi-sex housing on campus

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
February 3, 2014
A graphic of the affected area after a pipeline explosion Saturday.

UPDATE: Eau Claire homes can go back to 60 degrees

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
January 27, 2014
The Firehouse is Eau Claire’s only bar to specialize in microbrews and boasts 40 revolving taps. © 2014 Nate Beck.

Firehouse Bar: a tastebud safari

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
January 23, 2014

Health plan pricier under Obamacare

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
January 23, 2014

Health plan pricier under Obamacare

Story by Nate Beck, Chief Copy Editor
January 22, 2014

Senate supports preferred name policy

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
December 11, 2013

Senate shells out for pods

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
December 5, 2013

Athletics to receive nearly $1 million

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
December 4, 2013
A tinsel of traditional music

A tinsel of traditional music

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
December 4, 2013
Satanic scribbling sullies church sidewalk

Satanic scribbling sullies church sidewalk

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 20, 2013

Senate approves higher ice fees

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 20, 2013

The curious case of Barrett Brown

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 14, 2013

Blugold Hockey requests money to cover higher ice rental fees at Hobbs Arena

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 13, 2013

Three vie for vacant attorney general slot

Story by Nate Beck, News Editor
November 13, 2013
Mind over altitude

Mind over altitude

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 11, 2013
Data storage in the digital age

Data storage in the digital age

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
November 6, 2013

Tuition freeze stalls Blugold Commitment

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
October 30, 2013
UW campuses dodge cyber ransom threat

UW campuses dodge cyber ransom threat

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 30, 2013
City Council takes first step towards confluence

City Council takes first step towards confluence

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 24, 2013

Tech budget supports recent Wi-Fi boost

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 23, 2013

State can’t drive 65

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 16, 2013

Senate spears booze bill

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 16, 2013
Organic food movement represented locally

Organic food movement represented locally

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 16, 2013
Graphic by Karl Enghofer

How to keep a secret

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 10, 2013

Eau Claire, Ho-Chunk Nation forge partnership

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 9, 2013

Senate funds PRSSA Philadelphia trip

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 9, 2013

Blugolds push to build bigger alumni legacy

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 2, 2013

Senate OKs fall semester priorities

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
October 2, 2013

Senate supports captive campus cell signal upgrade

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 26, 2013

Online scammers target campus

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 25, 2013
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[Photo] Club rugby team throttles Michigan Tech

Story by David Heiling, Sports Editor
September 16, 2013

United Council seeking new source of revenue for time being

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 19, 2013

Freeze puts Blugold Commitment on hold

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 19, 2013

Athletes succeed both inside and outside of classroom

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 12, 2013

Senate backs bill giving students more say

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 11, 2013
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Skaters shred new turf

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 5, 2013

Confluence runs into issues

Story by Nate Beck, Copy Editor
September 4, 2013

Finding a career post-graduation

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
May 8, 2013

Legislation to make campus more accessible for all

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
May 8, 2013

Surplus spurs dispute amongst UW System schools

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
May 1, 2013

EAC gives students unique outdoor opportunities

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
April 17, 2013

From combat to college: safe space training meant to ease veteran’s transition into the classroom

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
April 17, 2013

Student Senate: Davies may pay more to support green energy

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
April 3, 2013

Students looking to find ways to make walking more convenient

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
April 3, 2013

Campus organizations top Senate agenda

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
March 28, 2013

Bringing the bird to life: Student Senate approves $9,000 for two Blugold mascot costumes

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
March 17, 2013

Student Senate: Vote coming on Organizations Commission changes

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
March 17, 2013

Student Senate: advertising plan will keep The Spectator in print

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
March 7, 2013

Student Senate: environment, bylaw changes brought up

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
March 4, 2013

Blugold gymnasts topple Gusties

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
February 28, 2013

Quick hit: Blugolds gymnasts best Gusties

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
February 25, 2013

Student Senate fees allocated

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
February 21, 2013
Wilder night for bass clef pros

Wilder night for bass clef pros

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
February 21, 2013

Serving those who have served

Story by Nate Beck, Staff writer
January 31, 2013

Student Senate to vote on major issues

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
January 28, 2013

Strong start for indoor track and field

Story by Nate Beck, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
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