Student Voice
30 Nov 2017
Complaints about Dining Services need to be voiced
On Tuesday, Dining Services and representatives from Chartwells made an appearance at the Student Senate meeting to present information about their services and to hear the complaints of the public. The event, however, was not well advertised, so no one from the general public showed up to voice their opinions. This is not, however, because everyone is satisfied with the quality of food and services.
16 Nov 2017
National reporting culture of sexual assault stands to be drastically changed
Allegations of sexual misconduct recently began pouring out of Hollywood in the wake of accusations of sexual harassment against film mogul Harvey Weinstein. Since October, when the claims were first made, dozens of other prominent figures in the entertainment sector, like Louis C.K. and Kevin Spacey, have been called out on inappropriate behavior towards men and women alike.
09 Nov 2017
Ask before you assume: Creating a campus climate of inclusion
The Student Voice recently made a mistake. In the last issue, in the article entitled, "UW System's free speech policy, Young Americans for Liberty spark controversy at UW-River Falls,” one of the quoted people, Ardin Fischer, was misgendered. Rather than "her feelings," the article should have read, "their feelings."
01 Nov 2017
Large academic course cuts at UW-Superior restrict options for students
UW-Superior is the latest school in the UW System to undergo a major overhaul of its offered academic programs. The university will suspend nine major programs including journalism, sociology, political science and theater, according to an article from the Duluth News Tribune released Tuesday. A total of 15 minors will also be suspended, including geography and physics.
25 Oct 2017
Students should engage with campus opportunities to ensure that they remain available
This week is the Student Government Association’s “It’s on Us” event, which is a part of the “Week of Action.” The idea of the event is to bring in speakers, movies and presentations to highlight the ongoing issue of sexual assault and violence on college campuses. The event attempts to overcome stigmas about sexual assault that prevent people from reporting incidents. It also provides outlets for victims to receive counseling and support, and it offers opportunities to learn about signs and prevention methods.
18 Oct 2017
Parking problems on campus could be solved with shuttles, expanded lots
Parking is one of the issues on campus that pretty much everyone complains about at some point in time. The problems typically involve the price of parking passes and the lack of available spaces, and the issues with parking most acutely affect students that commute from out of town.
11 Oct 2017
Alternative strategies needed to prevent further accidents on Cascade
A pedestrian was hit by a car on campus last Friday crossing at the corner of 4th and Cascade Ave. The female student was on a bike, and was hit by a passing vehicle while riding through the crosswalk.
06 Oct 2017
UWRF student hit while crossing Cascade Avenue
A female student was hit by a vehicle at the corner of 4th and Cascade Ave. at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Friday. The student was crossing Cascade Ave. from the main part of campus, biking towards North Hall. She was […]
04 Oct 2017
Active shooter awareness is critical in time of national tragedy
In the case of an active shooter, UW-River Falls has a written “Emergency Response Guide” posted online. It details the steps that a person should follow should an active assailant appear on campus unexpectedly. The first recommended course of action is to run away if at all possible. Failing that, a person should hide out of view where they are offered protection from potential gunfire. The last resort is to fight off the assailant with whatever is on hand. The University has determined that this three-step process is the most effective way to react to this sort of situation.
27 Sep 2017
NFL protests divide the nation on issues of free speech
As the country reacts to the NFL’s recent decision to protest social injustice by taking a knee during the national anthem, we as citizens of the United States are being thrust into a position where we must take a stance on whether or not this is socially acceptable.
