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
The Pickle, a bar located on Water Street, is a short walk from campus.

Discussing college drinking culture

Story by Elyse Braun, News Editor
November 19, 2024
Before our oasis arrives, I have some tips to ensure your summer is as enjoyable as possible.

How to: Day drink

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2022
Jack Kriegl, Pickle bartender (left), said Pickle Fest was “Pickle-tastic.” Dan Hendrickson, Pickle bartender (right), said Pickle Fest was “profitable and exhausting.”

Pickle Fest with Water Street workers

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2022
I know it’s the season of giving, but I’m broke.

How to: Thanksgiving

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
November 25, 2021
I know it’s the season of giving, but I’m broke.

How to: Hangovers

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2021
I know it’s the season of giving, but I’m broke.

An unasked for guide to: Water Street

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2021
Across the pond

Across the pond

Story by Lea Kopke and Lauren Spierings
March 11, 2020
The snowshoe beer mile race includes chugging a beer, running a quarter-mile and repeating that three times until a full mile is completed. Each runner’s lap is slower than the last and each chug becomes more forced.

Fifth annual Eau Claire Snowshoe Beer Mile welcomes friends and family

Story by Sam Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2020
UWEC's Wide World of Sports

UWEC’s Wide World of Sports

Story by Lauren Spierings
September 23, 2019
Police Blotter

Police Blotter

Story by Stephanie Smith, Copy Editor
September 20, 2017
Deck expansion in Carson Park meets opposition

Deck expansion in Carson Park meets opposition

Story by Alex Zank, OP / ED Editor
January 23, 2014

Drinking on the job

Story by Rita Fay, Staff Writer
May 9, 2013
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