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
Taylor Boggess

Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor

Taylor Boggess is a second-year creative writing student and this is her third semester at The Spectator. When she’s not listening to Taylor Swift, she lies in bed watching Pedro Pascal TikTok edits and drinking Dr. Pepper.

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The trailer for “We Live in Time” was initially released on July 10, 2024, announcing its release in Fall 2024. (Photo from A24)

Cinephiles: ‘We Live in Time’

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
November 20, 2024
Paris Paloma also has a rendition of the song featuring fans singing along. It is compelling and impactful to listen to. This version is called “labour (the cacophony).” (Photo from Paris Paloma)

Spectator Sing Along Power Hour: ‘labour’

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
November 20, 2024
The Red Cross Club is a great place for nursing students to build connections in the program and for any students wanting to help.

UWEC Red Cross student organization holds fundraiser for hurricane relief

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
November 14, 2024
I clearly have an obsession with Dr. Pepper based on how much merch I have for it. I have items ranging from t-shirts to a “Dr. Butter” slime.

EC Eats: Dr. Pepper edition

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
November 12, 2024
Gigi Perez’s album cover for newest single, “Fable.” (Picture from Universal Music Group Recordings)

‘Fable’ makes me violently sob while rocking back and forth on the floor

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
November 11, 2024
David Karlgaard Tower surrounded by yellow fall trees.

New room selection method for UWEC on-campus students

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 30, 2024
Attendees with various candidates after the kick-off rally. (Photo from Alex Obolensky)

Tammy Baldwin encourages voters at Campus Kick-Off Rally

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 29, 2024
I’ll watch anything as long as it stars Pedro Pascal

I’m only watching ‘Gladiator II’ for Pedro Pascal

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 28, 2024
UW-Eau Claire’s arch lit up beneath the clouds between Zorn Arena and Hibbard Humanities Hall.

JONAH Justice helps off-campus students

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 10, 2024
Hinder’s cover of ‘Lips Of An Angel’ was re-released as a single on April 3, 2006. (Photo From Universal Republic)

‘Lips Of An Angel,’ you will always be special to me

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 2, 2024
A blue-orange sunset over Simpson Field at the UW-Eau Claire and Augsburg game.

UWEC men’s soccer takes the win over Augsburg

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 2, 2024
Nintendo Switch Sports is a great way to bond with your friends — or grow enemies, dealers' choice. (Photo from Nintendo)

Quarter Munchers: Nintendo Sports

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
October 2, 2024
The women’s golf team practices at the Eau Claire Country Club.

UWEC women’s golf place 9 out of 12

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
September 24, 2024
Sabrina Carpenter’s cover for her new album, “Short n’ Sweet.”

Spectator Sing Along Power Hour: ‘Short n’ Sweet’

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
September 24, 2024
Drag artist Diablo performing Sabrina Carpenter’s 2023 VMA performance.

The Oxford hosts Drag & Dessert event

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
September 24, 2024
Please enjoy the beauty of Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester. You’re welcome.

Dean Winchester, get behind me

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
September 20, 2024
“South Park” is an animated series centered around four elementary school boys in their hometown South Park, Colorado. (Photo from HBO)

Cinephiles: ‘South Park’

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
May 9, 2024
Student input is open through a google form until the end of the day on May 1.

UWEC is looking for new education and human sciences associate dean

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
May 1, 2024
On the Horan Lawn, the University Activities Commission (UAC) hosted a petting zoo for students to visit with many different farm animals. Some goats, bunnies, alpacas, chicks, a rooster and a pig were there.

Petting zoo held behind Horan Hall

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 30, 2024
Taylor Swift in “Fortnight” music video. (Photo from Taylor Swift’s YouTube)

Taylor Swift’s new album ‘THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT’

Story by Taylor Boggess and Mady Leick
April 28, 2024
JoJo Siwa in her “Karma” music video. (Photo from JoJo Siwa’s YouTube)

JoJo Siwa did not invent gay pop

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 28, 2024
“Shameless” is a story of a family living on the South Side of Chicago. The siblings are left to fend for themselves with an absentee mother and an alcoholic father. (Image from Shameless Instagram)

The downfall of ‘Shameless’

Story by Mady Leick and Taylor Boggess
April 23, 2024
The Banbury Spring Market was held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 6 at their Galloway Street location. Vendors sold crafts and attendees could listen to live music and eat various foods.

Banbury Place Market holds spring market

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 16, 2024
Diego Caicedo against UW-Whitewater throwing a baseball. Photo by Shane Opatz from UWEC Photography used with permission.

UWEC baseball falls to Warhawks in doubleheader

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 16, 2024
Djo posing for his album “CHANGE” he shared on Djo’s Instagram. (Photo from Dana Trippe Photography)

Joe Keery is more than his role on ‘Stranger Things’

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 11, 2024
The SOS lounge is located on the first floor of Davies Student Center.

Sneak peek into UWEC’s Earth Month activities

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
April 10, 2024
“My name is Steve Burns,” Steve Burns said. “But if you know me at all, you only know me as Steve. No last name. Like Beyoncé.”

Original ‘Blue’s Clues’ host Steve Burns talks mental health

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
March 13, 2024
Participants gathered at the top of the hill to begin the 5k.

Shamrock Shuffle 2024

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
March 12, 2024
Pedro Pascal’s Instagram post with his trophy. (Photo from Gavin Bond Photography)

Pedro Pascal wins Best Male Actor in a Drama Series

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
March 10, 2024
Participants posing with the slimes they made at the slime-making event in the Towers basement.

Karlgaard Towers hosts slime-making night

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
March 5, 2024
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in Vicki Lord Larson 1142.

New resource group for faculty and staff

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 28, 2024
Post shared by Nickelodeon’s Instagram to showcase the collaboration of the game (Photo from Nickelodeon).

Nickelodeon coverage of this year’s Super Bowl was top-tier

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 26, 2024
The entrance to the greenhouse where a sale was taking place at the Raintree Garden Center to help the Chippewa Humane Association.

Local thrift sale supports the Chippewa Humane Association

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 25, 2024
Jersey Mike’s Subs new store on 4732 Golf Rd.

Second Jersey Mike’s Subs shop opens in Eau Claire

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 20, 2024
The Tator

The Tator

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 20, 2024
Condom Bingo bingo card with condoms as bingo chips.

Condom bingo hosted in Karlgaard Tower’s lobby

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 13, 2024
Taylor loves sage green, and thinks it is arguably the best shade of green

Tastemakers

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 7, 2024
The entrance at Forage where many vendors have tables set up. Forage is a private event space where individuals can plan their events like baby showers, birthday parties or corporate events.

Forage hosts this year’s Makers’ Market

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 6, 2024
Merchant selling woven blankets and rugs, hats and scarfs.

Eau Claire’s Makers’ Market stand.

A vendor selling their magnets, key chains and bumper stickers.

Seller showcasing their handmade jewelry.

Vendor selling their crocheted bees, stickers and mugs with bamboo lids and metal straws.

One vendor’s handmade jewelry, paintings and cards.

One vendor’s handmade jewelry, paintings and cards.

The Learning and Technology Services desk in Vicki Lord Larson Hall.

Student reactions to Okta Verify

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
February 6, 2024
Photos from fall 2023 commencement

Photos from fall 2023 commencement

Story by Maddie Kasper, Cade Fisher, and Taylor Boggess
December 16, 2023
Waterfowl Flyaways in the bird museum located in Phillips Hall.

Bird flu outbreak in Barron County

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
December 13, 2023
Vendor’s collection they were selling.

Funko Pop and figurine pop-up at The Brewing Projekt

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
December 13, 2023
Wrestler Tristan Massie against Brayden Peet from UW-Whitewater. (Photo by Shane Opatz, used with permission from Blugold Athletics)

UWEC wrestling defeats UW-Whitewater in home match

Story by Taylor Boggess, Chief Copy Editor
December 13, 2023
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