The Spectator – The official student newspaper of University of ...
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.
What is the appeal of The Minions? – The Spectator
The movie wasn’t anything revolutionary, but it did well enough for itself. It performed well at the box office, earning over $250 million, and generally received positive reviews. But the cultural revolution this movie triggered could not have been predicted by even Nostradamus.. The Minions require no introduction.
National First-Generation College Student Day – The Spectator
Nov 14, 2023 · On Wednesday, Nov. 8, UW-Eau Claire celebrated National First-Generation College Student Day, along with other universities across the country. A student is considered “first-generation” if neither of their parents received a four-year degree. Nov. 8 marked the 57th anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act in 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Are professional athletes overpaid? – The Spectator
Yes: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an Army General with over 20 years of service makes approximately $192,864 a year. The 2014 median compensation for a General Surgeon was just under $395,456 a year. The men and women who run straight into fires, risking their lives to save others make only $46,870 per...
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” and intertextuality in modern ...
If you haven’t seen “ Everything Everywhere All At Once ” yet, do yourself a favor and buy a ticket right now. The movie has something to offer anybody — poignant commentary on generational trauma, awesome sci-fi action sequences, a goofy sense of humor and even a resonant romantic thread.. Any of these topics, as well as the techniques …
Inaugural GeekCon held at UWEC-Barron County – The Spectator
Mar 6, 2024 · The first GeekCon was held at the UW-Eau Claire – Barron County, having started at UW-Eau Claire and has now been transformed for the Barron County branch. The event boasted 106 attendees with 45 tables of displays throughout the event space. The event was first created by Rob Mattison and a student at UW-Eau Claire in 2017, the goal was to create an event for people with different passions ...
‘Strong majority’ of Blugold football team opposed to university ...
Sep 23, 2020 · Chancellor James C. Schmidt is accepting a review panel’s finding that five members of the Blugold football team did not violate system policy when they sent racist snapchat messages and is allowing reinstatement following their suspension last fall amid a campus-wide protest. Members of the Blugold football team are calling the university decision to reinstate...
What ever happened to: Skip-It? - The Spectator
Sep 28, 2008 · “The very best thing of all is the counter on this ball.” Perhaps the very best thing about the 1994 commercial for Skip-It was that catchy and likeable slogan. The Skip-It toy was an outdoor phenomenon comparable to the Slip-N-Slide, pogo stick and sidewalk chalk.
UWEC receives high honor for their study abroad programs
Dec 6, 2023 · Last month, the 2023 Open Doors Report of the Institute of International Education released the data for institutions that send United States students abroad. These include baccalaureate and associate colleges, master’s universities and colleges, special focus institutions and doctoral universities. For master’s-level colleges and universities, UW-Eau Claire was ranked 15th in the country ...
Outer Banks – The Spectator
“Outer Banks, paradise on earth.” That is the opening line to one of my favorite shows — “Outer Banks.” I was not someone who jumped on the show right away. There was so much hype around it; I didn’t believe it could be that good. Partway through last year I finally decided to watch it...