The student news site of Wayne State College

The Wayne Stater

The student news site of Wayne State College

The Wayne Stater

The student news site of Wayne State College

The Wayne Stater

Language classes no longer offered at WSC due to teacher shortage

Leah Bennett, Staff Writer November 7, 2023

Although Wayne State College used to provide more language courses, it now only offers courses such as Spanish, elementary French and elementary American Sign Language.  This is primarily due to the...

“Now and Then” – The Final Chapter of the Beatles

Kathryn Vlaanderen, Staff Writer November 7, 2023

Growing up, my family played a trivia game on long car trips to pass the time.    This was a music game where my dad would ask my older sister and I if we knew the classic rock band playing on the...

A look into Covid-19 today 

Taylor Morse October 31, 2023

Northeast Nebraska and other public health departments are not tracking the number of COVID-19 cases anymore, but certain recommendations are still in place for those who contract the virus.   COVID-19...

My newest phobia

Jayde Teutsch, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Around one year ago, I ended a long-term queer relationship. That relationship marked the beginning of my queer journey, a process that has once again become tricky for me.   I have written several...

Freely Grown, Freely Given

Kat Flower, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

An unexpected way to give back to those in need without having to spend money to do so seems impossible, but it’s not. Donating hair to those in need is an extraordinary avenue to explore.   I have...

Annual Festival of Trees approaches quickly

Melinda Winhold, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Decorated trees will soon fill the student center atrium for the 22nd Annual Festival of Trees.   Any group or individual on campus can decorate a tree for $12 or borrow a tree from Student Senate...

Safe places around WSC

Hailey Walsh, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Colleges around the world are praised for their diverse groups on campus brought together and connected through education. However, with diversity comes fear of the unknown and resistance. Safe spaces...

Are budget cuts targeting the arts and humanities?

Hannah Keller, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

At the University of Nebraska-Kearney, budget cuts could impact the humanities program at the college.   The proposal for the budget cuts ran up to $3 million and would completely eliminate theater,...

Annual Geography Bowl to celebrate Geography Awareness Week

Ty Sterling, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Students are encouraged to attend the annual Geography Bowl for a chance to win free prizes and watch eight teams compete on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 4 p.m. in the Frey Conference Suite.  This is the 12th...

Wayne State College vocalists will compete in nationwide competition

Joseph Callahan, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

A total of 10 Wayne State College students will attend the National Association of Teachers of Singing West Central Region Competition in Kearney on Nov. 3 and 4.  Sarah Farr, an associate professor...

WSC updates website

Becca Arkfeld, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Students and staff members can expect to see upcoming changes to the Wayne State College website next August.   Staff members from Public Relations and digitial arts on campus have been actively working...

New floral shop thrives in Wayne

Kambryn Nelson, News Writer October 24, 2023

I Wet My Plants, a floral shop located in Wayne, is a new, growing business started by Katelynn Broders.  After living here for the past eight years, [first name] Broders decided to bring her crafty...

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