Healthier food options on campus are a must
UWRF’s food provider, Chartwells, is heading into its second year of its seven-year contract. In June of 2015, Chartwells took over dining services from Sodexo. With the exit of Sodexo…
‘No confidence’ vote from faculty senate highlights unease at UWRF
On Wednesday, May 4, the UW-River Falls Faculty Senate passed a resolution of no confidence in UW System President Ray Cross and the Board of Regents. Through this action, the…
Students should maintain respect, decency in online interactions
Writing things specifically with the purpose of embarrassing, hurting or ruining the image of other people behind the mask of online anonymity is a terrible thing to do; it says…
Earth Day gives universities chance to look at options for sustainability
While Earth Day is sadly only one day, UW-River Falls has been participating in Earth Week, while some have participated in Earth Month. While we reflect on our planet and…
Students should make voices heard voting in Student Senate elections
Student Senate elections are coming up. UW-River Falls students will have the option of voting online for their choice of Senate president along with other members of Senate including the…
Success in future should not be seen as exclusive to STEM majors
It seems apparent that, when it comes to education and careers, a bias exists against those who choose to focus both toward blue collar jobs and attend technical colleges focusing…
After CAS budget crisis, students and faculty must still work with respect
As all of you know at this point, UW-River Falls is facing harsh budget cuts that are putting the quality of education at the university at risk. The College of…
Women’s History Month gives time for reflection
It is a subject of debate currently whether women are entirely equal in the US, with each side presenting at least some valid points. However, regardless of the answer, women’s…
Everyday social media users ought to be avoided as source of legitimate news
Members of faculty are worried about losing their jobs while students are concerned about possibly not being able to finish their majors or minors due to the cutting of classes…
UW-River Falls pulls off another great, informative TEDx event
With this year's TEDx event, the second on campus, the impression seemed to be that it would be a dud compared to the first one put on last year. Fortunately,…