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Looking beyond music streaming services  
Big Ten calls for donors during blood shortage
New vape store encourages friendly store competition
Decorations sit out in Elizabeth King's home as she hosts people for a tour. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth King.
Christmas spirit showcased through home tours
Husker football star shares motivation on campus
Cat Pac prepares for Christmas through themed events
UNK rolls into town for an anticipated rivalry doubleheader with WSC
Wildcat football caps off season with win over Golden Bears
WSC men’s basketball begins season with 2 wins
Norblade leads Wildcat women to season-opening win
Women’s soccer makes first NSIC tourney since 2019, ends season against Mankato Mavericks
Wildcat volleyball heads to their final home stretch versus tough opponents
The Queen’s Cartoonists kick off this year’s Black & Gold Series
Looking beyond music streaming services  
WSC choirs sing in the Cocoa and Carols concert from last December. Photo courtesy of Barry Dahlkoetter.
School of Arts and Humanities hosts Cocoa and Carols concert
Class-run poetry slam to be hosted at The Max
Senior exhibit looks back on life lessons
Made in Canva.
My top 10 tunes of the year
Human rights should not be a partisan debate
Registration is a nightmare with WildcatsOnline
Influencers in the movie and music industry
Tyler, the Creator feels too familiar in new album
Oversized fits just right
Gen-Z is jaded by online tragedy
“Not queer enough”
Sexual predators don’t deserve friends
You should shave your head, here is why
Adopt, Don’t Shop: support shelter dogs over breeders
There are several perks to learning a new language
Struggling in college is not shameful
Red Cross Club with President Allie Jaixen on the right and volunteer Chloe Hibler on the left.
WSC Red Cross Club Collects 85 Units at Recent Blood Drive
Wildcat softball fought against the MSU Beavers on April 9
Photojournalism Students Capture Weekly Events
World Speech Day is celebrated by students and faculty on March 15
“Abandoned Nebraska & Other Works” by Chad Petska
High School trumpet players work together during the Festival of Honor Bands on January 29th.
Festival of Honor Bands
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Richard Rhoden

Richard Rhoden, Spring 2015 Editor in Chief/Sports Editor; Fall 2014 Sports Editor

Richard Rhoden is the Sports Editor at The Wayne Stater. He is a senior whose major is Journalism.

“Anything you need to know comes from Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood.”

“I eat lightning and crap thunder.”

“Life is temporary, sports are forever.”

Rich said after graduation “Sports Illustrated or ESPN will be calling as soon as I walk across the stage.”

All content by Richard Rhoden

Letter to the Editor

Richard Rhoden
February 22, 2017
Junior quarterback Zach Osborn avoids a sack in last weekend's annual spring game.

[Photo] Teachable Moments

Connor Ryan, Staff Writer
April 29, 2015
Alex Schmidt, Lexie Loos and Kaiti Williams join together in centerfield before an inning begins.

[Photo] Softball seniors defeat Mankato for a career first

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
April 29, 2015
Cassy Miller fires a pitch to home plate in last Sunday’s doubleheader with St. Cloud State.

[Photo] It will be over before you know it

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
April 22, 2015
BigRich Sports Report: The stuff of legends

BigRich Sports Report: The stuff of legends

Richard Rhoden, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2015
Kaiti Williams high-fives Megan Hagemann after she crossed the plate for a run in a contest earlier this season.

[Photo] The Wildcats do battle in Minnesota

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
April 15, 2015
J’Ron Erby celebrates after making a big play during his senior year at Wayne State. J’Ron hopes to continue making big plays at the next level, whether it be the National Football League, the Canadian Football League, or any other professional league looking for his talents.

[Photo] Sunday Dreams: No need for congratulations

J'Ron Erby, Assistant Sports Editor
April 8, 2015
The Wayne State women’s rugby team in action against Lindenwood University last weekend in the tournament held in Wayne. Lindenwood delivered the only loss to the WSC team over the weekend.

[Photo] WSC ruggers host 80 squads

Courtney Upah, Staff Writer
April 8, 2015
The infielders meet at the mound for a pep talk before resuming play from a contest earlier in the season.

[Photo] Softball team sweeps weekend doubleheaders on the road

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
April 8, 2015
Alyssa Schropp takes a swing for contact in last Saturday’s doubleheader with Minot State.

[Photo] Wayne State battles the elements over weekend

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
April 1, 2015
Sara Wells winds up for a toss in last weekend’s shot put on a meet-winning toss of 51’ 10 ½”.

[Photo] The Wildcats show off in front of home crowd

Caitlin Fehringer, Staff Writer
April 1, 2015
Albert Johnson comes sliding into second base as Northern’s second baseman applies a tag.

[Photo] Wildcats continue hot streak at home

Robbie Androyna, Staff Writer
April 1, 2015
Kelcie Bormann fires a pitch during a game last season. Bormann currently boasts a 2.92 ERA as one of the starting pitchers for the Wildcats.

[Photo] Softball goes 3-3 in the show me state

Melanie Alvea, Staff Writer
March 25, 2015
Nate Ackerman takes a swing on a ball in last weekend's double-header with Minot State.

[Photo] Wayne State digs the long ball

Robbie Androyna, Staff Writer
March 25, 2015
Michael Herman takes a swing on a pitch from a game last season. Herman was one of Wayne State’s biggest producers over their spring break trip last week.

[Photo] Roller coaster ride

Robbie Androyna, Staff Writer
March 18, 2015
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[Photo] Sunday Dreams: Turning potential into greatness

J’Ron Erby, Assistant Sports Editor
March 18, 2015
The Wayne State College softball team celebrates a home run last season. The Wildcats went undefeated in their annual spring break trip to Florida.

[Photo] Undefeated in sunshine state

Melanie Alyea, Staff Writer
March 18, 2015

Wayne State falls to host Fort Hays State

Richard Rhoden, Editor-In-Chief
March 14, 2015

Wayne State rises to the occasion

Richard Rhoden, Editor-In-Chief
March 13, 2015
Seniors Ashton Yossi, Jordan Spencer and Millie Niggeling show distress as the final horn sounds in WSC’s 61-45 loss to Northern State in the NSIC tournament finals.

Lady Wildcats fall short of conference tournament title

Richard Rhoden, Editor in Chief
March 4, 2015
Ashton Yossi drives in the first half of Wayne State's win over MSU Moorhead

[Photo] Wayne State advances to Finals

March 2, 2015

Wayne State advances to Semis with win over St. Cloud State

Richard Rhoden, Editor-In-Chief
February 28, 2015
Joel Heesch makes a play on the basket in a game earlier in the season. Wayne State travels to MSU Moorhead for the first round of the NSIC Conference Tournament.

[Photo] Men’s hoops finish regular season with two losses

Asia Berg, Staff Writer
February 25, 2015
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[Photo] Senior day a sweet one for Lady Wildcats

Connor Ryan, Staff Writer
February 18, 2015
Stan Carpenter introduces Charles Bunting at a community meeting Tuesday morning at Gardner Hall.

[Photo] Presidential search consultant makes first appearance in Wayne

Justise Brundage, Staff Writer
February 11, 2015
Patrick Kurth puts up a layup in Wayne State’s 85-61 loss to Northern State.

[Photo] Wildcat men can’t keep up with Dragons or Wolves

Asia Berg, Staff Writer
February 11, 2015
The Wayne State women’s basketball team celebrates at midcourt after defeating Northern State 58-57 in thrilling fashion to take a commanding lead in the NSIC Standings. Jordan Spencer scored on a layup with less than 30 seconds remaining to seal the win.

[Photo] Jordan Spencer: The Drive

February 11, 2015
NSIC Preseason Pitcher of the Year, Eric Browning, was 8-3 last year with an ERA of 1.93

[Photo] Browning strikes out competition

Robbie Androyna, Staff Writer
February 11, 2015

A Valentine’s Date: From the Man

Richard Rhoden, Editor in Chief
February 10, 2015
Patrick Kurth and Jordan Cornelius celebrate their first conference win at home earlier in the year. Wayne State won it’s second conference game last weekend on a last-second buzzer-beater by Trae Vandeburg.

[Photo] Trae Vandeburg for the win

Asia Berg, Staff Writer
February 5, 2015

The most bang for your buck

Richard Rhoden, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2015
Maggie Schulte aims for the basket in Wayne State’s 64-44 victory over Winona State. Wayne State, with the two wins, took control of first place in the NSIC south division.

[Photo] Lady Wildcats assert themselves into first place

Connor Ryan, Staff Writer
January 30, 2015
Joel Heesch takes flight for a layup in Saturday’s win over Winona State.

[Photo] First conference win sweet for Brian Dolan, WSC basketball

Michael Tremayne, Staff Writer
January 30, 2015
Richard Rhoden, a diehard Denver Broncos fan, will do anything to see the Patriots lose.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

Richard Rhoden, Editor in Chief
January 29, 2015
The Wayne State men’s basketball team celebrates their first conference victory of the season with a 81-79 victory Saturday night over Winona State. It was the first win for the Wildcats over the Warriors in 10 seasons.

[Photo] Men’s hoops finally got the monkey off their back

Asia Berg, Staff Writer
January 29, 2015
Patrick Kurth elevates and slams one during a contest earlier in the season. Kurth has established himself as WSC’s top big man.

[Photo] Losing skid continues for men’s hoops

Asia Berg, Staff Writer
January 22, 2015
John Mcmenamin at spring practice with a former quarterback.

[Photo] Passing the Torch

J’Ron Erby, Assistant Sports Editor
January 22, 2015
Jordan Spencer drives the lane in a win over Augustana earlier this season. Spencer recorded a season-high 24 points in a win last Saturday over St. Cloud State.

[Photo] Lady Wildcats charging to the top of NSIC standings

Connor Ryan, Staff Writer
January 21, 2015
Carolyn Sinniger has worked at Wayne State College for over 18 years.

[Photo] Keeping an eye on your path

Justise Brundage, Staff Writer
December 3, 2014
Jordan Spencer takes flight while passing the ball to a teammate in Wayne State’s 71-57 win over Augustana in Sioux Falls on Nov. 24.

Wildcat men fall to Augustana in NSIC opener

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 24, 2014

Lady Wildcats earn first NSIC win over Augustana

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 24, 2014

Veterans, newcomers lead Lady Wildcats over Eagles

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 22, 2014

Patrick Kurth shoulders load for Wayne State

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 22, 2014

Jordan Spencer reaches 1,000 as Wayne State smashes York College

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 20, 2014
Marcus Dupree spoke to WSC students Monday about his athletic career and his diagnosis with diabetes.

Former NFL player talks tough

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 19, 2014
Jordan Spencer takes a contested drive to the bucket in last Friday’s 78-50 victory over the University of Nebraska-Kearney.

[Photo] Lady Wildcats sweep MIAA in opening Tourney

Andrew Eaton, Staff Writer
November 19, 2014
Nick Roth snags a pass in last weekend’s snowy football game against Sioux Falls.

[Photo] A football winter wonderland in Sioux Falls

Brenden Buskirk, Staff Writer
November 19, 2014
Volleyball

[Photo] WSC volleyball NSIC tournament runner-up, qualifies for Regionals

Trenton Hall, Staff Writer
November 19, 2014

A rough outing in Sooner state

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 19, 2014
Big Rich Sports Report: Nebraska football: a slippery slope

Big Rich Sports Report: Nebraska football: a slippery slope

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 19, 2014

Wayne State’s excellence on the hardwood

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 19, 2014
Ragemonster Experience: The greatest Husker back to never touch the ball

Ragemonster Experience: The greatest Husker back to never touch the ball

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 18, 2014
Brian Kent makes one of his five catches over No. 1 Minnesota State-Mankato.

[Photo] Division II’s best throttles Wayne State

Brenden Buskirk, Staff Writer
November 12, 2014
Shawn Barker celebrates a sack in a game earlier in the season.

[Photo] Turnovers, injuries plague Wildcats at Upper Iowa

Brenden Buskirk, Staff Writer
November 12, 2014
Josie Brown fights for a ball against a Southwest Minnesota State player. Bottom: Mallory Hoyt kicks the ball to a teammate in last Friday’s loss to Southwest Minnesota State.

Soccer finishes on a high note

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 12, 2014
Alex Nelson drives to the basket and puts up a shot over a Nebraska defender in a 84-43 win for the Huskers.

Not just a regular basketball game

Richard Rhoden, Sports Editor
November 12, 2014
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