Royal Purple

How close is too close

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Fourteen sex offenders live within a mile of the UW-Whitewater campus, unrestricted by either state or local law.

University criticized for publicizing 'prayer vigil'

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Freedom from Religion Foundation objects to UW-Whitewater calling its gathering for Fort Hood victim Amy Krueger a prayer vigil.

UW-Whitewater looks to help almost graduated students

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

UW-Whitewater has created an outreach program to assist non-traditional students who are close to graduation but failed to complete requirements.

Whitewater police detective's work recognized

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A City of Whitewater police detective has been recognized for her work with sexual assault cases and crimes against children.

Whitewater hosts entrepreneurial conference

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

UW-Whitewater will host the 2009 Wisconsin Youth Entrepreneurs Conference Thursday.

Online voting a flawed proposal

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Imagine picking our government’s leaders right from the comfort of one’s computer chair. No need to drive anywhere, no “I Voted” sticker, no stamps, no paper forms. While it will be a long time before state and national governments seriously consider the Internet as a method for casting ballots, online voting is not far from reality here on the UW-Whitewater campus where it is being considered as a way to select representatives for Whitewater Student Government.

Agree? Disagree? Write us!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It seems like everyone has an opinion on what goes into the Royal Purple. A quick walk to class and I’ll get plenty of comments from students telling me what they like and more often than not, what they would have differently. The nature of the newspaper business is to provide useful, pertinent information to the reader, you.

In the Hood

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and not long, after Wisconsin will be covered in snow. Every car should have a good tune-up before winter, but students can save money by doing some of these repairs by themselves. Here are some tips to ensure you don’t go too far and tackle something that could be hazardous to your vehicle.

Letters to the Editor

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Councilman Singer’s polling place efforts commendableIn response to last week’s article on the moving of the polling place for Knilans, Tutt, Wellers, and Wells to campus, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Council President Patrick Singer for all his hard work to make this happen.

Black Friday

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It is the day made famous by door-busters, deals and downright chaos.

Black Friday, whether looked at as a joyous day of deals and steals, or a headache wrapped in a bow, has been a part of the American lifestyle since the late 1960s.

The famous day-after-Thanksgiving starts the holiday shopping season with a bang, and on occasion, an injury or two.

Thanksgiving, a day to indulge

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Thanksgiving is synonymous with family, football and a delicious meal of various foods. It is also the holiday where many people put their diets on the backburner in favor of calorie-laden foods like mashed potatoes, stuffing, cream corn and pumpkin pie.

"There's only a couple day in the year you get to go all out," freshmen Jack Rivera said.

America Reads offers hands-on experience for future educators

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Students preparing to become educators after college are finding valuable hands-on experience in elementary and middle school classrooms thanks, in part, to America Reads.

The Student Entertainment Awareness League has promoted reading and comprehension in the Whitewater School District.

Eat this!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Looking to impress your parents with the cooking skills you've gained this semester in college? Bring this salad home over fall break for a whirlwind of applause!

Start by coring and dicing your apples. Put them in a large bowl. Rough chop your trail mix of choice and place with the apples.

Whitewater's Most Talented

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

When sophomore Andrew Whaley wrote his song "Tonight's Fire" a few days prior to the competition, he had no idea it would win him the title of Whitewater's most talented student.

Whaley was the crowd favorite at the Whitewater's Got Talent competition Nov.

Local artist featured in Fiskum Art Gallery

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Whitewater resident and board member for the Whitewater Arts Alliance Dawn Hunter will be the featured artist in the Eclectic Works Exhibit.

Hunter, 64, is an award winning artist who has spent the last 44 years living in Whitewater. She was an elementary teacher for most of her life before retiring in 2002.

Student musicians making noise

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The day starts out with a steaming cup of black coffee. The liquid burns all the way down and warms her until she reaches her first destination.

The practice room in the Center of the Arts is where she is awoken by the sound of trumpets blaring in the room.

String Ensemble plays music from around the world

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The UW-Whitewater campus and community will have the opportunity to hear music from around the world through the newly developed String Ensemble.

The program was geared around the fall harvest that leads to the holidays consisting of upbeat folktales. The concert will take place outside the Roberta A.

This week in the spotlight (slideshow)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Video game review: Forza Motorsport 3

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The racing simulation genre always seems to find itself with one game that blends its interpretation of vehicle physics, tuning, and course design above all the others. The genre has seen great games such as Gran Turismo, GTR FIA racing, and to a lesser extent, the Need for Speed series.

Men's basketball team looks to reload after many departures

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

More than 70 percent of its scoring is gone.

All five of its starters from last year's NCAA second round tournament game against eventual national champion, Washington University, are gone.

And the team no longer has the luxury of letting Myles McKay, now playing in the Czech Republic and Matt Goodwin, a former All-American, run the offense like they did the last two years.

Football team begins playoff run Saturday

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

After defeating UW-La Crosse Saturday, the football team secured a No. 1 seed in its Regional in the NCAA Division III football tournament, which begins Saturday at noon at Perkins Stadium.

When the NCAA released the playoff bracket Sunday afternoon, the Warhawks (10-0) learned their first round opponent would be Lakeland College from Sheboygan, Wis.

Rugby team wins Midwest title

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Their first trip in club history to the Midwest Final Four could not have gone any better.

The men's club rugby team outlasted its two opponents last weekend in Elkhart, Ind., to claim the Midwest championship.

After surviving the 16-team field, UW-Whitewater (8-1) advances to the national tournament, which takes place in the spring.

Wrestlers open season against nation's best

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The wrestling team is back on track as a WIAC?powerhouse and has national championship aspirations.

The 'Hawks are coming off a strong season last year when they finished 16-3-1 in dual meets, 12-0-1 against Division III opponents, and 5-0-1 in the WIAC.

This year's team, however, will be missing two All-Americans from last year's team in Pat Nagel and Karl Voeck.

Kehoes qualifies for cross country nationals

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Junior Aron Kehoe is headed to the NCAA Division III cross country National Championship after a breakout race last Saturday.

Kehoe led the Warhawks to an eighth place finish at the 39 team Midwest Regional Championship held at Lake Breeze Golf Course in Winneconne, Wis.

Wheelchair basketball tournament comes to UW-Whitewater

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The women's wheelchair basketball team opens its season against Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Friday at 3 p.m., and the men's team looks to build off of its 2-0 start Friday at 7 p.m. against the University of Illinois in the UW-Whitewater Tournament.

Soccer season comes to an end in NCAA second round

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

After winning eight of its last nine games, the soccer team rode a wave of momentum heading into its NCAA second round tournament game with the Dominican University Stars Sunday.

But the Warhawks finally met their match and were eliminated by the Stars, 1-0.

Volleyball team falls in opening round of NCAA tournament

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A strong regular season for the volleyball team came to an abrupt end in the first round of the NCAA tournament with a loss to St. Thomas.

The seventh-ranked Warhawks, who were coming off a WIAC tournament championship, lost to the fourteenth-ranked Tommies, 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-17).

Bowling team enjoys early season success

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The men's club bowling team built upon its success this season in its come-from-behind win over the University of Nebraska-Omaha in the Minnesota Invite Saturday and Sunday in Minneapolis.

The team, ranked 24th in the country according to collegebowling.com, will compete in the Titan Invite hosted by UW-Oshkosh this weekend.

Poetry Slam

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Video from the Whitewater poetry slam

Game Review:Forza 3

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Take Back the Night (Video)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

This week in the spotlight

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT