Dance Theatre concert marks three seniors’ last performance together
March 28, 2024
The curtains of Blanche Davis Theatre in UWRF’s Kleinpell Fine Arts building are drawn closed. The stage has been vacant, and the lights have been dim, since the conclusion of UWRF’s Dance Theatre Spring Concert, which was held from Jan. […]
UWRF Esports program sees first-season dedication
March 28, 2024
UW-River Falls Esports is only in its first varsity season, but the university has shown a clear interest in funding the program’s long-term success. With its expansive Esports Arena in UWRF’s Davee Library and seven assistant coaches to assist players, […]
UWRF women's hockey: achieving two decades of success
March 28, 2024
“We have a winning culture, but we don’t talk about winning.” These were the words of Joe Cranston, the head coach of the women’s hockey team at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He is the first and only head coach […]
UWRF Dance Theatre showcases talent at spring concert
February 20, 2024
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls’ Dance Theatre showcased 13 dance routines at their 2024 spring concert, which was held from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3 in the Blanche David Theatre. The event featured various dance forms, including modern, ballroom, jazz, ballet, hip hop, and other forms, and represented the efforts of 24 dancers, 12 choreographers, and ten supporting crew members.
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UWRF women's hockey: achieving two decades of success
March 28, 2024
“We have a winning culture, but we don’t talk about winning.” These were the words of Joe Cranston, the head coach of the women’s hockey team at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He is the first and only head coach […]
Noah Hanson: Six years of perseverance
February 20, 2024
Noah Hanson entered his sixth year as a member of the UWRF Men’s Basketball team in the fall of 2023. His journey to eligibility this year follows some ups and downs: Hanson’s success, the COVID-19 pandemic, a season-ending injury, and, this season, a comeback story.
Sam Anzai nominated for Hockey Humanitarian Award
February 20, 2024
Sam Anzai, a player on the UW-River Falls Men’s Hockey team since 2019, has received one of only 18 national nominations for the 2024 Hockey Humanitarian Award. The award recognizes college hockey players who have shown significant commitment to surrounding communities and organizations when they’re off the ice. It is now in its 29th season and is given to male and female college hockey players from Division I, II, or III.
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Bring your appetite to 'Taste of River Falls' June 4
May 31, 2023
Taste of River Falls will happen on June 4 in Veterans Park from noon to 4 p.m. All profits will go to the local nonprofit organization Grow to Share.
UWRF Finals Fest set for end of April, to feature Nur-D
April 21, 2023
As the semester nears an end and summer approaches, so does UW-River Falls’ Finals Fest. The event is set for April 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and will feature a pre-party on the University Center lawn, as well as a performance by hip-hop artist Nur-D.
Stage and Screen Arts performs 'Alice in Wonderland'
April 21, 2023
UW-River Falls’ Stage and Screen Arts Productions presented an original adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland” in UW-River Falls’ Blanche Davis Theatre from March 30 to April 2.
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UWRF admin wants graduates to leave Grandma at home
February 20, 2024
After navigating a tumultuous fall semester and promises made by administrators to listen to the students on issues surrounding the campus, admin fails to keep those promises less than a week into this new semester. In an email obtained by the Student Voice, Mesa Carlsen the University Event Coordinator explained the new rules and set up around Spring Commencement.
Students take notice of improvements at UWRF Dining
April 4, 2024
For thousands of UW-River Falls students, just as a visit to Chalmer Davee Library, the University Center, or any of the UWRF’s other academic buildings, is a part of their daily routine, so too is a visit to Riverside Commons. […]
Low-income students deserve the arts and humanities
February 20, 2024
The Student Voice advises the state of Wisconsin to keep its politics out of UW students’ education. Wisconsin State Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is withholding $32 million from the UW System because he doesn’t like diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, efforts. The state of Wisconsin has a surplus of around $7 billion; $32 million is less than half a percent of this, and, as such, has a small impact on the surplus. In fact, many of the issues that the UW System is facing could be addressed if Wisconsin decided to invest more in higher education.