Category Archives: Archives & ARC

Warhawk Almanac: The Construction and Dedication of Warhawk (Perkins) Stadium

This was written by Jacob Ober On September 11, 1970, UW-Whitewater (then Wisconsin State University-Whitewater), a five-year-long process of planning and constructing a new stadium, was completed. The university dedicated the new stadium as Warhawk Stadium (now Perkins Stadium). The … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Ambrose Health Center

Written by Ashley Bowe Many students know of the Ambrose Health Center on campus, but few likely know the history behind its establishment. The health center opened in 1971, but its history starts in 1946 with Stephen Ambrose.[1]  Stephen Ambrose[1] … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Vietnam War Moratorium at UW-Whitewater

This post was written by Jacob Ober. From 1955 to 1973, the United States was involved in the Vietnam War, a brutal conflict between the communist forces of North Vietnam and the non-communist forces of South Vietnam. Intervening on the … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Warhawk Alley

Written by Ashley Bowe Warhawk Alley is a 10-pin bowling alley located in the University Center. It is an adored place among students and faculty as it supports events such as tournaments, glow nights, and leagues. However, did you know … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Catherine Crossman

[This post was researched and written by Meadow Santiago.] Catherine Crossman Catherine Crossman, an artist and teacher, received her bachelor of arts degree from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota, in 1928.[1] She later got her M.A. from the University of … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Lance Leipold: UW-Whitewater Football Legend

[This post was researched and written by Jacob Ober.] Lance Leipold, current head coach for the Kansas Jayhawks football team, led them to their first bowl appearance in 15 seasons in 2022 after joining the program in 2021. Leipold, however, … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: The Women’s Athletic Association

Women’s Athletic Association Captains Ball Team, 1923, Minnieska, 1923. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has achieved a high status of athletic success in men’s and women’s sports. The women’s athletic teams have won 8 National Championships in golf, volleyball, and gymnastics … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee, Derek Stanley

Gregg Theune, “Derek Stanley”, U,W-Whitewater Archves. This past weekend, the Athletic Hall of Fame at UW-Whitewater inducted ten new members who have all played an integral role in developing Warhawk Athletics into its current force. Among those new inductees was … Continue reading

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Alumni: Self-Guided Campus History Tour Available

UW-Whitewater Archives and Area Research Center has a created a self-guided campus history tour for the Homecoming 2023 festivities. Several campus tours will be offered on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 — see the full schedule here. If … Continue reading

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Warhawk Almanac: Homecoming 1973

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Homecoming theme for 1973 was “nostalgia,” although the various celebrations portrayed the theme of “Do Your Own Thing.”[1] Homecoming events began on Wednesday, October 10th, and lasted through Sunday evening. Events included a football game, a concert, … Continue reading

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