Student Voice
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.
20 Sep 2017
Coping with college stress can be solved one step at a time
The first weeks of school can become overwhelming for the majority of students. Students find themselves settling into new locations and situations while trying to balance a heavy workload. The stress can become overwhelming and make you feel like you’re slowly drowning in all of your responsibilities. Class, jobs, clubs and social life slowly begin to take up all conceivable hours of the day.
04 May 2017
Transition of leadership in student organizations brings about opportunity for change
As this academic year comes to a close, we at the Student Voice are in the process of passing the power to our new leaders. This had led to a bittersweet feeling as those of us who are graduating prepare to leave the newspaper behind, and those of us who are about to step into leadership roles get ready for new responsibilities.
27 Apr 2017
Alcohol in the University Center could have positive impact on drinking culture
Students who voted in the Student Government Association election this semester were given the chance to weigh in on whether they would support the sale of alcohol in the University Center. We think it’s a great idea.
26 Apr 2017
Student Senate Update: 4/23/17
The Student Senate held a special session on Sunday, April 23. At the meeting, three motions were voted on.
20 Apr 2017
It's On Us Week of Action shows that sexual assault is everyone's issue
The It’s On Us Week of Action is coming up, and it marks an effort by UW-River Falls to bring attention to an important issue: sexual assault on college campuses.
19 Apr 2017
Student Senate Update: 4/18/17
One motion was voted on at the Student Senate meeting on April 18.
13 Apr 2017
Voting for future of UWRF important in upcoming campus election
The Student Government Association will be holding its annual elections from Monday, April 17 through Friday, April 21. Not only are we as a campus choosing who will represent us in student government next year, but we’re also voting on the future of sustainability on this campus.
12 Apr 2017
Student Senate Update: 4/11/17
One motion was discussed at the Student Senate meeting on April 11.
