Lessons in feminism

1,500 in attendance as Steinem opens Forum series

By Ashley Dziuk

A standing ovation normally signals the end of a speech, but in the case of this year's first Forum speaker, it began with one as well. Thirty-five years after first speaking at UW-Eau Claire, 1,500 people rose to their feet Tuesday night in Zorn Arena for the return of Gloria Steinem to the university's The Forum series.

A question of accessibility

Students with disabilities finding campus tough to get around; cite poor facilities

By Brian Reisinger

Traveling to classes used to be a relatively mindless, mundane task for senior Ashley Gildner. But this semester it has been unusually taxing. Time between classes is a precious commodity as she heaves doors and lugs her books, all while plodding along on crutches - the temporary results of a summer mishap in which she broke four bones in her foot.

85 cited over weekend

By Nathaniel Shuda

Despite university and city officials calling Friday a "quiet night" after participating in a neighborhood walk, they are hoping a series of incidents this weekend sets an example for those who choose to drink underage. During what police called an "initiative directed at underage alcohol consumption and illegal 'House Parties,'" Eau Claire police officers issued 85 citations and made five arrests Friday night and Saturday morning, according to a department press release.

'Just robust, vibrant'

Mathematics professor Alarcon dies after battle with rare form of leukemia

By Theresa Schneider

Friends say that mathematics professor Eberth Alarcon was a determined man, full of life and energy. "He was alive," said Martin Wood, English professor and friend of Alarcon's. "Just robust, vibrant." Senior Jerad Rades agreed. "He was a great guy," Rades said.

Historical Society office opens in Hibbard

New partnership to serve community, provide history majors with internship opportunities

By Nick Halter

The Wisconsin Historical Society and the UW-Eau Claire history department partnered to open the Wisconsin Historical Society's Northern Field Services Office, located in Hibbard 773. Now, more opportunities will be available to students majoring in history, who are required to fulfill an internship in their field before graduating, said Janet Dykema, an Eau Claire alumnus with a history degree and the Northern Field Services representative.

Senators fill empty seats

After four recent appointments, several seats remain empty

By Spectator Staff

Senate leadership officially announced its appointments for four paid positions left vacant by a string of resignations and is still working to fill several unpaid senator seats. Major personnel changes announced include the appointment of Raymond French as treasurer and chief of staff, Aaron Brewster as director of Finance, Matt Nelson as director of Intergovernmental Affairs, and Karen Sykora as director of Organizations.

McIntyre Library renovations near completion

New computer lab, study rooms, archives relocation among changes to the library

By Janie Boschma

After almost four months of construction, visitors to McIntyre Library will see changes that university officials said they hope will make the library more user-friendly. "The building morphs based on student, faculty and staff needs," said Chris Cox, the library's assistant director.

Translator addresses Spanish Club

Arcadia resident focuses discussion on Hispanic impact in rural areas

By Kathlyn Hotynski

In the past decade, Spanish speakers have flocked to small towns. But translator Casey Poe said many people don't seem to notice. "They are almost like ghosts," he said. A Knoxville, Tenn. native, Poe said he didn't know a word of Spanish until his sophomore year of college.