Category Whitewater History
So we have all had our expectations of what college was “supposed” to be. Growing up watching movies has given us the image of what college is supposed to be like. Countless parties, darties, drinks, fun with friends, and more…. Continue Reading →
As all the students and townspeople know, Halloween is a special time of year to be in Whitewater. Nicknamed “The Second Salem” Whitewater has a prominent and mysterious history with the paranormal. It all began with the construction of the… Continue Reading →
Most people forget that there once was a building on campus called Old Main. The only time it is really ever mentioned is when a student takes a campus tour, or there’s an event in the Old Main Ballroom in… Continue Reading →
Dr. James R. Connor was one of the most influential figures on our campus during his years of being the University’s Chancellor. Prior to coming to Whitewater, he served in the United States Army (1946-1947 and 1951-1953), earned his M.S. and… Continue Reading →
1) Accessibility is easy to come by as we are the #1 ranked UW school for accessibility. The Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) is a huge part of that. As part of their mission, “CSD actively collaborates with students, faculty, and staff… Continue Reading →
So…I’ve been gone from UW-W for all of 3 months, and I’m already missing my favorite dishes from local restaurants unique to only Whitewater, Wisconsin. You definitely can’t beat the convenience of on-campus options likes Unos, P Street, and the like,… Continue Reading →
The buzz about homecoming brings excitement, involvement, and spirit all over campus. UW-Whitewater’s homecoming tradition has been around since 1951…that’s a 63-year-old tradition! Student orgs, res halls, and Greeks compete for both spirit and championship cups over the week of… Continue Reading →
From August 2012-March 2013, Drumlin Dining Hall underwent a $7 million renovation. Daniel’s General Contractor managed the project and Tom Laufenberg was appointed as Job Superintendent. In this role, he spent countless hours in the building supervising workers to make… Continue Reading →