Students need firm grasp of finances
April 15 looms large on the horizon. That singular date should be engrained in every Americans’ minds as the day taxes are due. But for too many people, taxes are…
Role models marred by lies, cheating, scandals
Even American Idols cheat. I read recently that several “Idol” stars, while performing en masse on a special episode, sang over their own pre-recorded vocal tracks on prime time. Under…
‘Monsters vs. Aliens’ supplies humor, interest for both children, adults
2009 may very well be the year that the kids movie reigns supreme. With the latest installment of this genre “Monsters vs. Aliens,” we see yet another film that is…
Big name actor fails to compensate for confusing plot, obvious ending
Blending genres can be a unique and bold feat. The whole process of writing and directing such a film is so delicate, in that elements have to be carefully aligned…
Rising Kinnickinnic temperature may negatively impact wildlife
The upper and lower dams on the Kinnickinnic River have long been the subject of debate over whether they provide vital power to the city or damage the River’s water…
One-time fund provides budgets otherwise unattainable by clubs, student organizations
At UW-River Falls, campus organizations and clubs are given the opportunity every so often to request funds that the Leadership Development and Programming Board budget does not cover. On March…
University’s federal, local grants affected by struggling economy
In addition to the high local and national unemployment rates and national recession, the struggling economy is also affecting the number of grants that UW-River Falls and other universities are…
Safety in River Falls crosswalks still a concern for UWRF students
Close calls on Cascade Avenue and a death on Main Street have left students questioning the safety of UW-River Falls crosswalks. In 2000, a five-person committee came together to identify…
Rockin’ for Robbie benefits play therapy
The Gamma Phi chapter of the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority held their third annual Rockin’ for Robbie benefit concert on March 26 to raise funds for the development and support…
UW budget cut to affect students, UWRF classrooms
“Reality is, we are getting hit hard,” UW-River Falls Interim Chancellor Connie Foster said. Foster’s choice of a few strong words describes how she feels the recently announced UW budget…