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
Macey VanDenMeerendonk

Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor

Macey VanDenMeerendonk is a senior English Creative Writing major. She likes to cook, go camping, and travel every chance she gets!

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The decrease in air pollution and tourists has helped waterways and air quality improve while quarantine guidelines are in place.

Is the Earth healing?

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 25, 2020
Hallee Hoeppner's growth within the basketball program has been evident and that growth has been noticeable in other areas of her life, Englund said.

Blugold named finalist for the 2020 Jostens Trophy award

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 10, 2020
Cans of food on a shelf.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 3, 2020
Water fluoridation helps prevent and decrease tooth decay and cavities.

There must be something in the water

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 26, 2020
Dr. David Shih, an English professor, and member of the English faculty since 1999, received the 2020 MLK Social Justice Leadership award on February 5, during the University's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.

David Shih wins the 2020 MLK award

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 19, 2020
Cult classics, The Princess Bride and The Rocky Horror Picture Show, are playing on campus this weekend.

Cult classics coming to campus

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
David Jones, an English and honors education professor, said he likes the flexibility of English to work with.

A man of many talents

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 12, 2020
UW-Eau Claire provides some culturally different food options for students. However, there is room to grow.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 5, 2020
A community in San Gregorio, Nicaragua receives 2008 Super Bowl XLII apparel of the losing team, the New England Patriots.

How one team’s loss is a win for communities in need

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 5, 2020
Students cheer on runners in the 2018 Eau Claire Marathon running through the Blugold Mile.

UW-Eau Claire students motivate runners in Eau Claire Marathon

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
May 8, 2018
Students, staff and Eau Claire community members shared poetry in a variety of languages on Tuesday night.

UW-Eau Claire shares poetry from around the world

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
May 3, 2018
With more community involvement, summer in Eau Claire has more to do

Nothing beats summer in Eau Claire

Story by Macey Vandenmeerendonk, Copy Editor
April 24, 2018
More millennials are using technology to learn how to cook at home.

Why everyone should get in the kitchen

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
April 18, 2018
Alpha Xi Delta promotes conversations on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at events like the Teeter Totter-A-Thon.

Greek life turns passion into philanthropy

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
April 10, 2018
"Human Flow" gives an inside look to the lives refugees live.

‘Human Flow’ in review

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
April 4, 2018
Eau Claire tennis brings home victories from Texas

Eau Claire tennis brings home victories from Texas

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 27, 2018
One submission, “Read ‘Em and Sleep” by senior Maxwell Harding, was about a father on a mission to find a copy of his daughter’s favorite Dr. Suess book so he could read her to sleep.

Students create bedtime stories you haven’t heard before

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 14, 2018
UW-Eau Claire students and locals participated in the Shamrock Shuffle last Saturday.

Runners went for gold at this year’s Shamrock Shuffle

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 13, 2018
Women’s basketball ends their season with a defeat by UW-Whitewater

Women’s basketball ends short

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 27, 2018
The Swimming and Diving team competed for success and achieved it at the WIAC meet this past weekend.

The UW-Eau Claire swimming and diving team impresses at WIAC Championships

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 20, 2018
Trapper Schoepp and brother, Tanner Schoepp, performed original, co-written songs together to tell stories of their experiences.

Trapper Schoepp performs at The Cabin

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 19, 2018
The people in Vincent Van Gogh’s life give different stories of his life and death in a mystery to solve the real story.

‘Loving Vincent’ in review

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 13, 2018
Last Friday and Saturday the women’s hockey team beat UW-Stevens Point twice to continue the streak starting the previous weekend.

UW-Eau Claire Women’s Hockey takes down UW-Stevens Point three games in a row

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
February 6, 2018
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.

Holiday events coming up on campus and in the community

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 28, 2017
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower”’ dives into the teenage years and uncovers situations and experiences told by 15-year-old Charlie.

‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ in review

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 20, 2017
Local authors gather to share advice and promote their books to the Eau Claire community in hopes to bring awareness to local literary art.

Write Here, Write Now shares and supports literary art

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 16, 2017
Students and community members gathered in Schofield Auditorium to hear Bay Buchanan’s talk on political issues that have gone unaddressed.

The Forum: Bay Buchanan

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 10, 2017
David Janakey, Sleeping Jesus and Kinda Kinky performed on The Plus’ stage last Friday night. Janakey is pictured here.

The Plus hosted local and regional bands on its stage last Friday night

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 6, 2017
Student performer Abbie Sonstegard was the first of three musicians at the event.

First annual ‘Hope for the Heart’ concert brings music to mental health scene

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
November 1, 2017
There were recent alleged human trafficking incidents around Eau Claire which have been debunked by Eau Claire Police Department.

The Eau Claire community banded together to spread the word to help keep each other safe

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 31, 2017
UW-Eau Claire’s football team was defeated by UW-Platteville in last Saturday's game at Carson Park.

UW-Platteville overtakes UW-Eau Claire Football

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 24, 2017
UW-Eau Claire and local high school a cappella groups performed last Friday night in Schofield Auditorium for the Extravaganza.

UW-Eau Claire’s annual a cappella Extravaganza brings musical groups together

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 23, 2017
Galaudet Gallery’s exhibit Building Dreams: Art of Architecture and Invention, going on from now until Oct. 28, is introducing the community to more of it’s own history.

Exhibition displays historical inventions and artwork of Eau Claire

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 19, 2017
UW- Eau Claire swim team defeated UW- Oshkosh in last weekends meet.

UW- Eau Claire swim team starts the season with a victory

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 17, 2017
UW-Eau Claire defeats both Winona State and UW-La Crosse this past weekend, leading to another win on this season’s record.

UW-Eau Claire women’s tennis defeats conference rival

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 10, 2017
Comedian Lauren Weedman takes the stage in UW-Eau Claire’s Schofield auditorium to share her experiences while in Eau Claire for her improv show.

Comedian Lauren Weedman’s ‘The City Show of Eau Claire’

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
October 4, 2017
Families and students went through the corn maze and participated in activities at Govin’s Farm during its season opening last weekend.

Govin’s Farm opens for the season

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 26, 2017
Last Friday at The Cabin, Going To The Sun played their acoustic folk and pop rock original songs.

Going To The Sun make their debut at The Cabin

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 25, 2017
The Welcome Center is scheduled to open in 2020 and act as a ‘front door’ for UW-Eau Claire’s campus.

UW-Eau Claire plans for new Welcome Center

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 20, 2017
Galaudet Gallery’s summer exhibition, East Meets West, displays artwork until Sept. 18.

East Meets West exhibit showcases international artists

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 13, 2017
Renovations on Towers South is scheduled to begin in October and are expected to be completed fall 2018.

UW-Eau Claire’s Towers Hall prepares for renovation

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 7, 2017
Chai-Yu Hsu won a prestigious composition award for her piece “Rhapsody Toccata.”

Hsu’s “Rhapsody Toccata” wins international composition competition

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
September 7, 2017
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