University Center ready for students’ return
The Student Center is soon to be obsolete. And with the new University Center’s imminent opening, the buzz around campus is not limited to students.
Professor evaluation to undergo changes
As the end of the semester draws near, UW-River Falls students can be assured of one thing — upcoming professor evaluations will give them the opportunity to either reward teachers…
Low student-retention rates cause concern for administration
In his first semester at UW-River Falls, Provost Charlie Hurt said one of his main concerns for the campus is the current retention rates of first- and second-year students.
Student groups bring diversity to UWRF
"Diversity is the one true thing we all have in common. Celebrate it every day.” Though the author of this saying is unknown, Multicultural Advisor Linda Alvarez said she does…
Football great reflects on his time as a Falcon
For most people, football and pharmacy do not go hand in hand. Mark Cota is an exception.
Students tipping the scales
The 2006 results of the American College Health Association National College Health Assessment show UWRF students have reached the overweight category as their body mass indexes (BMI) are higher than…
Voters face several decisions at polls
On Election Day, Americans across the country will exercise their right to vote. UW-River Falls is no exception.
Sheriff candidates highlight goals for Pierce County
Pierce County Sheriff Everett Muhlhausen and Pierce County D.A.R.E. Officer Nancy Ortwerth have one thing in common -- both want to be sheriff.
Turkey Trot raises money for Special Olympics
Benjamin Franklin would be proud of the UW-River Falls health and human performance department.v Even though Franklin’s idea for a turkey as the national bird did not take off, UWRF…
Morning-after pills may expire at year’s end
The stork does not bring people babies -- unprotected sex does. As director of Student Health Services (SHS), Alice Reilly-Myklebust knows that while the stork is a myth, unprotected sex…