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Articles by Kaitlyn Broderick
Democracy deserves more than a scroll
Social media is threatening our democracy and our ability to cast an educated vote, and you may be letting it do so. Where do you go when you want to get educated on an upcoming election? Do you scour the internet for all the information on each candidate? Do you let the “for you” pages fill with videos about who you should vote for? Or do you always just vote on party lines?
Stop stitching gender into our clothes
Would you tell a male painter he can only paint in hues of blue or tell a female doctor she can only use pink medical instruments? The answer is probably no, and if so, why would you tell a boy he cannot wear a dress or a girl she cannot wear men’s jeans? Gendered clothing is nothing new — you have a men’s section and a women’s section, and that’s that. But that is not always how the bobbin spun. Until the 17th century, womenswear and menswear were fairly similar.
The land of opportunity or the land of division?
I’m sure everyone has heard someone say, “A vote for the third-party candidate is a vote for the winning candidate,” or “A vote for the third-party candidate is a wasted vote.” For many, those statements seem a bit off — if we are the land of opportunity, why should running as an independent lower a candidate’s potential to win?
The price of safety shouldn’t be our privacy
The first time people interact with “Fahrenheit 451,” a dystopian novel by Ray Bradbury, is usually in middle or high school. The novel imagines a future society where books are banned, and firemen burn them. A huge theme is pervasive government surveillance and the erosion of citizens’ privacy in the name of public safety. For many, they read “Fahrenheit 451” and never give it much thought again after they move on to the next unit in English class.
Postpartum psychosis is a medical emergency: Why are we still treating it like a secret?
Lindsay Clancy was on trial for five weeks of testimony followed by seven days of jury deliberations for three first‑degree murder charges for the deaths of her children, with prosecutors alleging premeditation and the defense arguing postpartum psychosis and overmedication. Public opinion surrounding the case is deeply divided, with one side speculating there’s more to the story and the other seeing Clancy as solely and criminally responsible.
Food recalls on the menu: is shopping local the safer choice?
A question many thought they’d never have to ask: how did the president cause nationwide explosive diarrhea? And what does that have to do with the Dane County Farmers’ Market? As students here at the University of Wisconsin return to campus or start their college journeys, many discover the weekly farmers market at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
A week to celebrate the Greeks
Greek Life is celebrated all academic year around UW-Whitewater’s campus; however, this year, March is the month of Greek Week, which highlights the community. This year, Greek Week ran from March 10 to 14 with the theme ‘Game On! The Ultimate Greek Reality Competition.’ The week is full of events and activities for Greek members to participate in such as the annual talent show, where each Greek organization shows off their dance moves for those in attendance.
Gearing up for a great ride
Some UW-Whitewater students are gearing up for a great ride with the UW-W cycling club. “Cycling club is a group of people who like to ride bikes, any type of bike,” senior and cycling club vice president Alex Ferguson said. The cycling club is an active and competitive year-round club; they ride and race outside during the warmer months and indoors on trainers when the weather isn’t as warm. “Seasons vary depending on discipline.
Unseen impact - Royal Purple
As we recognize Women’s History Month, it is important to acknowledge the contributions all women make in our community. The women within theatre, dance and music departments at UW-Whitewater make many differences every day. Nicole Kuhnz, Lauren Koslowski, McKenna Camacho and Lillian Nicholas are four women who have made a significant impact in their respective fields, inspiring those around them while at UW-W. Kuhnz is a senior marketing major with a minor in dance.
Neighbors: Near and Far, a call to action
“When we look at these faces, they are assumptions and false implications. But they are a call to action, not to make false assumptions, we are citizens and workers,” Dr. Luz Hernandez, an assistant professor of Spanish at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater said. Roberta’s Art Gallery inside the James R. Connor University Center held the reception for this month’s art gallery Tuesday, Feb. 18.
Seabiscuit - Royal Purple
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has many recreational options to have fun while students take breaks from studying. However, only one option has a fun robotic friend who has been lovingly named “Seabiscuit.” Seabiscuit is a lane machine that both cleans and oils the bowling lanes. Friends of Seabiscuit, otherwise known as staff, can be seen treating him similarly to a pet dog. “He is part of the family, even if he is just a machine,” Kaylee Schram said.
Spring recruitment begins
Home is a term many use to describe the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, whether as “home of the College of Business and Economics” or “home of the DIII football powerhouse.” However, others may be more inclined to call their association with their Greek life houses, brothers and sisters home. Beginning Feb. 4 and going through Feb. 14, both sororities and fraternities are welcoming more UW-W students into their greek homes.
Springing into recreation at UW-W
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is entering into the second half of the 2024-25 academic year recreational events. Beginning with the start of UW-W intramural sports registration that opened Thursday, Jan. 16, and closes Thursday, Jan. 30. The first eight-week quarter of intramural sports options consists of bag toss, basketball, floor hockey, racquetball, table tennis, two-ball soccer and volleyball.
Spring brings more arts at UW-W
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is entering the second half of the 2024-25 academic year art events. These events showcase student’s artistic abilities while offering many exciting opportunities. Dean and professor of UW-W College of Arts & Comm/Music, Michael Dugan, stated his enthusiasm for this upcoming semester of events. “I’m excited about the incredible lineup of performances in the College of Arts and Communication this spring.
Express the holiday's with jazz
UW-Whitewater’s Department of Music hosted its semi-annual Holiday Jazz Concert Tuesday, Dec. 3. The concert features Jazz 1, Jazz 2 and Jazz combos. It is usually scheduled after the Gala Holiday Concert; however, due to final’s scheduling, it was performed before the gala this year. “This is the most laid-back and fun concert of the year,” Michael Hackett said.
More than having big muscles
Powerlifting defined by Google is, “An individual sport where the goal is to lift the most amount of weight possible in the squat, bench press, and deadlift in a specific weight and age category.” Chloe Nielsen, a sophomore in elementary/middle education major with a STEAM/STEM emphasis; is also the co-president of the UW-Whitewater Warhawk Barbell Club.
Build, buy or pull
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s very own Hicklin Studio Theatre in the Greenhill Center of the Arts hosts the 1995 Manhattan Theatre Club off-Broadway hit “Sylvia.” This UW-W production is directed by new faculty member Robyn Accetta, an assistant professor of acting in the Department of Theatre and Dance.
New club sport comes to UW-Whitewater
51 minutes and approximately 50 miles from UW-Whitewater is JJ’s Boxing & Wrestling LLC, a well-loved boxing gym in Sun Prairie. This gym is home to Adam Davidov, a UW-W sophomore and accounting major. Davidov is the founder, president and assistant coach of the UW-W club boxing program. “I am excited that I get to bring such a big part of my life to UW-W,” Davidov said.
Greek Olympics: example of giving back
Whitewater’s Main St. is home to many businesses, local travelers and students on their way to UW-Whitewater. However, that’s not all Main St. is home to, it is also home to seven UW-W fraternities. These seven fraternities all coincide under the UW-W Interfraternity Council (IFC), who host the annual Greek Olympics. Jordan Draws is the current student president of the IFC and is the head of the Greek Olympics.
Proposed prison turned nature preserve
A question asked by many college students far and near is, where can I go to clear my head after a stressful day? Some may say you could go to the library or the gym, but for UW-Whitewater there’s another often overlooked option. Located on the northeastern border of campus near Wells Residence Hall is UW-Whitewater’s very own nature preserve.
Voting registration efforts at UW-Whitewater
Tuesday, Nov. 5, is less than a month away, but it is not just an ordinary Tuesday. It is Election Day. Like many campuses around the country, UW-Whitewater is making efforts to increase the number of voters on campus. To achieve this goal, it is starting at the beginning of the voting process: registration. Registration sounds simple in theory, but there is more to it than meets the eye. UWW Chair of the College Democrats Evelyn Schmidt highlights the laws regarding voter registration in Wisconsin.
What is Lady Windermere wearing?
For the first time in UW-Whitewater’s history, Hicklin Studio Theatre in Greenhill Center of the Arts hosts Oscar Wilde’s “Lady Windermere’s Fan.” This UWW production is directed by Bruce Cohen, a professor in UWW’s Department of Theatre/Dance. “With laughter, I hope people see the parallels between ‘Lady Windermere’s Fan’ and what we have going on in our current society. This play occurred during a social transition point.
UWW club tennis wins Warhawk Invite
How do tennis players stay in touch? They meet at the net. Even though that’s just a humorous Google pun it rains true for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s club tennis team. Kyle Helmenstine, UWW club tennis vice president, solidifies that claim by expressing what club tennis brings to UWW. “It brings a safe social place for people to go and hang out with friends and play tennis,” Helmenstine said.
Don’t be a Fool, go Vote!
“The worst part about political jokes is they keep getting reelected,” Capitol Fools said. Last Friday, Sept. 20, UW-Whiterwater’s The Young hosted the professionally acclaimed group the Capitol Fools. Capitol Fools says they are ‘uniting the country one laugh at a time,’ with their political satire musical spinoff about political celebrities and funny analyses from both sides of the political spectrum.
Music series is back
UW-Whitewater’s music department hosted its first of the new music series performances of the 2024-25 season in Light Recital Hall on Tuesday. The performance was called Sonict, which, according to UW-Whitewater music professor Matthew Sintchak, is a made-up word. Sintchak and another UW-Whitewater music professor Jeff Herriott made up the word around 20 years ago for their contemporary music concerts.
Kellz comedy is a hit
“Whitewater is the best school I’ve done yet,” exclaimed Kelly Kellz during her Thursday, Sept. 6, comedian show. Kellz, a teacher turned comedian from Milwaukee, joined numerous excited Warhawks in the UC Summers Auditorium. “Laugh with all your teeth, open up your mouth,” Kellz brought electric energy to the Summers Auditorium. Kellz found the perfect balance between light-hearted humor and heart-felt life stories. She spoke about an array of topics from college to teaching and even Planet Fitness.
Upcoming fall events 'let's get recreational’
UW-Whitewater is approaching another season of recreational athletic options for all students. Beginning with the start of UW-W intramural sports registration that opened Tuesday, Aug. 27. The first eight-week quarter of intramural sports options consists of 3v3 basketball, a 9-hole golf tournament, bag toss, disc golf tournament, dodgeball, fantasy football, flag football, indoor soccer, pickleball, sand volleyball, softball, and spike ball.
Fall arts on the way
UW-Whitewater is propelling into another season of showcasing their student’s artistic abilities and offering many exciting opportunities to entertain their students, beginning with the College of Arts and Communication’s various events throughout the fall season. These events consist of art exhibits such as the Fiber Connections Art Exhibit, Sept. 9-26, at Crossman Gallery that is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Also in the Crossman Gallery is the Juried Student Art Exhibition, Oct. 7-24.
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