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Faculty Senate identifies compensation, AI and university policies as priorities for academic year

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Two resolutions addressing campus safety and academic freedom were tabled by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Faculty Senate during its Oct. 13 meeting, calling for further discussion and revisions to the proposals. The resolutions address the university’s response to threats and harassment against faculty, staff and students and reaffirm its commitmen

Immigration Support Coalition works to connect residents with community resources

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The Immigration Support Coalition (ISC) met Oct. 14 to discuss community outreach, incidents affecting local residents and plans for the coming months. The meeting highlighted the organization’s work supporting immigrants in Whitewater and surrounding communities, including connecting families with resources and helping residents address concerns affecting t

The woman behind the lens

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Olivia Zinanni has been the face behind University of Wisconsin-Whitewater athletics marketing and social media for years. Her photos, graphics and videos shaped how UW-W sports look to fans online and in the stadium. As she gets ready to graduate in the spring with a master’s degree in higher education leadership (athletic administration), she looks... The

A day in the life of a music major

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The Department of Music faculty and students had their hands full with the October 12 Music Major for a Day event. High school students were invited to campus, where they got a chance to meet UW-Whitewater’s music faculty and students, visit a class of their choice, watch an ensemble rehearsal and even get to participate... The post A day in the life of a mu

Emotional regulation is a life skill college students need

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When I began my college journey, I didn’t expect how much stress it would bring. I knew it wouldn’t be a walk in the park, but I didn’t realize how important it would be to learn to manage my emotions while dealing with the stress and responsibilities I suddenly had. For most, college is a... The post Emotional regulation is a life skill college students nee

Population matters in politics

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Population growth has big political impacts. Wisconsin’s population is growing but not as fast as some other states, so political experts predict the state will lose a congressional seat after the 2030 Census. And recent stats show the power of liberal Dane County in state elections — such a boost to statewide Dem candidates that... The post Population matte

Warhawks look to bounce back after loss to Lawrence

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The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater volleyball team looked to compete against Lawrence University Oct. 19, but despite its efforts, the Warhawks fell short of the outcome they hoped for. They fell to Lawrence in three sets, losing 25-14, 25-23 and 25-21. Sophomores Delaney Ward and Natalie Powers reflected on the team’s performance, the challenges they fa

UW-Whitewater safety report reveals shifts in campus crime trends

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Just weeks after a Threat to Life warning prompted UW-Whitewater students to “RUN, HIDE, FIGHT,” the UW-W Police Department released its annual Security & Fire Safety Report (ASFR). The report provides a closer look at long-term safety trends across both the Whitewater and Rock County campuses. Containing information from 2025, as well as 2024 and... The pos

Billson, Blumentritt compete at ITA Oracle Cup Nationals

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UW-Whitewater men’s tennis players, senior Theo Billson and freshman Luke Blumentritt, competed in the ITA Oracle Cup Nationals, a three-day tournament held Oct. 15-17 in Rome, Ga. Billson advanced to the singles quarterfinals before competing in the consolation bracket, while the doubles pair earned a consolation victory. The Warhawks were the only public s

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