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        April 27, 2020

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        "The protest began with speeches and an introducti "The protest began with speeches and an introduction from event organizers and members of the Black Student Leadership at Logan High School. They gave space and a platform to those who wanted to express their emotions over the racially charged events of the last year and a half, or over a lifetime: 'I remember when my mom first gave me the talk,' said one protester. 'Not the birds and the bees. The talk about being black. The talk about growing up in America everyday knowing that people are going to judge you because of the color of your skin. Being told, don't put your hood up because you might get shot, like Trayvon Martin. Being told you have to carry your ID on you because you might get shot, like Michael Brown. Why do you have to teach your kids that? Do you have to teach your kids that as a white person? Do you have to have that talk? No.'" Click the link in our bio to read more about Thursday's protests for Daunte Wright at Riverside Park. (Written by Maija Sikora. Photos by Alexia Walz.)
        "Although I might not be the perfect person for th "Although I might not be the perfect person for the job, I think that I have more experience and more drive than he does, and we could use fresh new voices and fresh new ideas on this council that has historically had very little of either of those things." Check out our latest article for a question and answer session with city council candidate and UWL student K.C. Cayo. (Written by Sophie Byrne). Link in bio. Photo taken by Aaron Ickler of Ickler Photography
        “You can hop into a book and learn about another “You can hop into a book and learn about another person’s whole life experience and carry that with you.” Hartung said. Check out our latest piece to hear from one of La Crosse’s small business owners, and for a discount at Pearl Street Book store. (Photo series by Blake McCoy). (Link in bio).
        "Cayo said. “I’m proud of me for being here. I "Cayo said. “I’m proud of me for being here. I didn’t think I would be here. I didn’t really think I’d make anything of myself either. And I love proving people wrong—it’s a good feeling.” Check out our latest Humans of UWL to hear redhead, student senator, backpactivist, former Jamba Juice manager, viral meme, D&D enthusiast, La Crosse City Council write-in candidate, self-described activist, and University of Wisconsin-La Crosse student K.C. Cayo's story. Link in bio. (Written by Sophie Byrne). #humansofuwl
        When asked what he was going to miss about UWL, Dr When asked what he was going to miss about UWL, Dr. Ringgenberg said, “Easy, everything.” Check out our latest piece to hear from former Director of University Centers Larry Ringgenberg about his career and entrance into retirement. #humansofuwl (Written by Blake McCoy). Photo retrieved from the office of Larry Ringgenberg.
        Gov. Tony Evers visited The University of Wisconsi Gov. Tony Evers visited The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse on March 9 to attend the opening event of the new COVID-19 vaccine clinic located in the Cleary Alumni & Friends Center. Evers was joined by Chancellor Joe Gow, University of Wisconsin system president and former Gov. Tommy Thompson, as well as several local and state representatives. Check out our latest article about Gov. Tony Evers and UW Systems President Tommy Thompson visiting the new COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Cleary Center. Check out the link in our bio for the full story! (Photos and story by Sam White.)
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