Students encouraged to honor Veterans Day
Veterans Day is upon us, which is a time that calls upon all Americans to thank the men and women who have served our country
International Education Week helps students expand connections globally
If you’re looking to broaden your horizons about international affairs or need more information about the study abroad programs, look no further than the International Education Week at UW-River Falls.
Campus security report shows increase in alcohol usage
Although the number of citations for underage alcohol consumption and drug use across campus has increased since 2009, Chief of University Police Richard Trende states that UW-River Falls is still…
River Falls residents approve one of three referendum questions
By 25 votes, the residents of River Falls approved question one out of the three questions that were put to vote by a referendum on Nov. 8. The other two…
Sobering consequences for drinking
Colleges have long been associated with parties, binge drinking and a bevy of other shenanigans. Students are made aware of the rules according to Johnson Hall Resident Assistant Dominic Sandmeier,…
IBR plan helps to reduce loan stress
Jake Fritz graduated with a marketing communications degree from UW-River Falls last spring. He left the University with optimism, new-found knowledge and nearly $20,000 in federal student loan debt.
Falcon Promise initiatives spur growth, progress
UW-River Falls has started the Falcon Promise with hopes to improve student learning in the classroom and increase research opportunities. The Falcon Promise is a “differential tuition initiative that will…
Barnett pleads not guilty in sexual assault case
Music Professor Thomas W. Barnett pleaded not guilty Thursday in St. Croix County Circuit Court in Hudson to charges of second degree sexual assault of a minor and false imprisonment.…
Responsible behavior on birthday fosters positive experience
There are many students on campus that are turning 21-yearsold this year. For some, this year marker in life doesn’t really matter. However, for others, finally being able to legally…
Christmas arrives earlier and earlier every year
Snow on the East Coast, Christmas songs on the radio, Christmas merchandise in every store and no sign of Thanksgiving. It must be at least Black Friday, right? Wrong. We…