MCCLANE NOFFKE
Engaging, Objective and Eye-Opening
JOURNALISM PIECES
Pieces of my print journalism career
BACK TO THE BOOKS: DISTRICT REFLECTS ON COVID-19 CRISIS
January 2021
The Holmen School District released an announcement on Jan 11 stating that it plans to phase high school and middle school students back into in-person learning on Feb 8. As the date quickly approaches, many teachers are reflecting on their virtual teaching experiences.
JOURNALISTS ENLIGHTEN COMMUNITY THROUGH COVID-19 CRISIS
February 2021
La Crosse Tribune journalists face several challenges and changes while reporting the news because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to limitations on large gatherings, in-person interviews and the increasing COVID-19 numbers in the community the staff at the Tribune are now adapting its ways of reporting news for the La Crosse community.
WISCONSIN MAN SHARES 95 YEARS OF ADVENTURES AND ADVICE
February 2021
Born in 1926, Clarence Smieja is now entering his 95th year of life. As he sits down in his home to reflect, memories return from the farm, time in primary school, service in the Navy during WWII, and starting his own company. And with plenty of experiences under his belt, Smieja is eager to share his stores and advice to the younger generations.
PANDEMIC LOWERS CAMPUS CRIME
February 2021
The UW-Whitewater Police Department 2020 safety reports revealed a decrease in the volume and types of calls the department handles because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Calls to the department decreased by 19 percent, according to the police department newsletter.
DEMOCRATS INTRODUCE BILL RAISING MINIMUM WAGE TO $15
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February 2021
House Committee on Education and Labor Chair Robert C. Scott joined Senate Budget Committee Chair Bernie Sanders, Senate HELP Committee Chair Patty Murray, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal, and Rep. Stephanie Murphy on Jan. 26....
ENTERTAINMENT PIECES
Pieces of my entertainment career.
STREET TALK: HALLOWEEN EDITION
October, 2022
BOO! It’s that spooky time of the year again: Halloween! Welcome back to Street Talk - your favorite trivia show here on the campus of UW-Whitewater. My name is Tori and we have a very spooky episode for you today where we’re talking all about Halloween! Now let’s see how much the students in Second Salem actually know about the spooky season.
STREET TALK: THANKSGIVING EDITION
November 2022
As the year comes to an end and the leaves fall off the branches of trees, it becomes time to think about all there is to be thankful for. That’s right, it’s time for Thanksgiving! And like all of you watching, I’m most thankful for Street Talk - your favorite trivia-based game show here on the campus of UW-Whitewater. My name is Erin and on this very special episode, we’re gonna be asking students about their favorite November holiday. Now let’s see how well UW-Whitewater students know their turkey trivia.
STREET TALK: CHRISTMAS EDITION
December, 2022
Rocking around the Christmas tree. Have a happy holiday! Everyone’s dancing merrily in the new episode of Street Talk. That’s right folks, today we’re celebrating The Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Christmas! And like all of you, All I Want For Christmas is a new edition of your favorite trivia-based game show here on the campus of UW-Whitewater. Now let’s see how well Whitewater students can deck these halls with some holiday trivia.
STREET TALK: BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION
January, 2023
I wanna be the first one to say welcome back to the campus of UW-Whitewater. Just like you, I’m excited for the new semester to start. But even more exciting is that the start of a new semester marks the start of a brand new season of Street Talk - your favorite trivia-based game show here on the campus of UW-Whitewater. On this very special episode, we’re gonna be asking students their thoughts on the upcoming semester and racking their brains with some back-to-school trivia. Now let’s see how prepared UW-Whitewater students are for school.
STREET TALK: VALENTINE'S EDITION
February 2023
What’s that smell? It smells like love. Love is in the air! That’s right, it's Valentine's Day and I am giving you the best Valentine of all - a new episode of Street Talk - your favorite trivia-based game show here on the campus of UW-Whitewater. On this very special episode, we’re gonna be asking students their thoughts on love and racking their brains with some Valentine’s trivia. Now let’s see if Cupid arrow has struck the students of UW-Whitewater. Come on!
BROADCAST PIECES
Pieces of my broadcast journalism career.
GOVENOR COMES TO CAMPUS!
October, 2022
The Whitewater Student Government and staff leaders hosted Evers in the University Center’s Old Main Ballroom for a roundtable discussion about important issues facing U-W-Whitewater students, such as mental health, tuition increases, sexual health and assault, and abortion rights. Afterward, he was brought to the Warhawk Connection Center for a student meet and greet. He spoke with the Black Student Union, Latinos Unidos, LGBTQ, and many more organizations.
PUMPKIN PATCH EXTRAVAGANZA!
October 2022
Members of the UW-Whitewater community may have seen a horse-drawn carriage parading through campus this past week. They may have even seen a pumpkin patch sprout out of the ground outside of the Young Auditorium. Well, if you did your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you.
A FEW OF MY HIGHLIGHTED WORKS
Pieces of my broadcast journalism career
Please see my "Highlighted Works" page for a comprehensive list of my work.
CARNIVAL EXTRAVAGANZA!
May, 2022
To help relieve the stress of finals, the UC Live team hosted a carnival extravaganza on May 9th at the University Center North Mall at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. The goal of this particular finals event was to give students a place to relax, eat, and spend time with some furry friends.
TOMMY THOMPSON BIDS FAREWELL TO UW-WHITEWATER
April 2022
After announcing his retirement date at a Board of Regents meeting on February 11th, UW System President Tommy Thompson commenced a farewell tour. On this farewell tour, Thompson stopped at all UW schools, including UW-Whitewater, to say goodbye, celebrate his achievements, and thank those with whom he worked alongside. Our reporter, McClane Noffke, has more details on Thompson’s recent visit to Whitewater.
UW-WHITEWATER STUDENTS COMPETE IN FIRST-EVER RISING STAR TALENT COMPETITION
March, 2022
Since the start of the pandemic, UC Live has provided COVID-safe event options for students to enjoy. And as restrictions have lifted and classes have moved back to in-person, UC Live has decided to bring back more in-person events. This semester the UC team has introduced a brand-new event that allowed students to compete by showcasing their many talents. UW-Whitewater students practiced endlessly to perform at the first-ever Rising Star Talent Competition
IMPACT ADAPTS TO COVID-19 CRISIS: VIRTUAL MEETINGS, DRAG SHOWS, AND DISCUSSION BOARDS
March 2021
UW-Whitewater’s IMPACT organization is finding unique and creative ways to bring fun, positive, and safe environments to university students despite the COVID-19 pandemic. IMPACT, an LGBTQ + Allies organization, is utilizing virtual meetings and even hosting its first-ever virtual drag show in order to stay in touch with students.
HOLMEN VIKINGS REV UP FOR UNPRECEDENTED SPRING SEASON
April 2021
With fall sports postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Holmen Vikings football team is revving up for their unprecedented spring season.
In the fall of 2020, the Holmen Athletics department and coaches made the decision to move all fall sports to the spring.
HOLMEN HIGH SCHOOL'S FIRST-EVER PARKING LOT PROM
April, 2021
For Holmen High School students, spring is marked by end of the year activities: finals, spring sports, graduation, and prom. But this year’s students are having to adapt in unique ways, in order to counter the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATES
Pieces of my broadcast career at UWW-TV
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"FEBRUARY 9TH, 2021"
February 9, 2021
As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out throughout the state, the Emergency Operations Committee has been working with county and local officials to develop a plan for the large-scale vaccinations of university students and staff, once additional vaccine doses are available.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"FEBRUARY 17TH, 2021"
February 17, 2021
As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out throughout the state, the Emergency Operations Committee has been working with county and local officials to develop a plan for the large-scale vaccinations of university students and staff, once additional vaccine doses are available.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"MARCH 10TH, 2021"
March 10, 2021
According to reports from Wisconsin Public Radio station WGTD, over 10,000 signatures have been gathered since Friday, March 5th on Change.org after an alleged overnight assault by a UW-Whitewater men’s basketball player left at least one woman bloodied.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"MARCH 31ST, 2021"
March 31, 2021
The spring 2021 commencement at the UW-Whitewater will be held in a hybrid format. This allows all graduates from both the Whitewater and Rock County campus' an opportunity to cross the stage in their cap and gown and receive their degrees in person
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"APRIL 14TH, 2021"
April 14, 2021
Chancellor Dwight C Watson announced the appointment of John Chenoweth as the next provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at UW-Whitewater. Chenoweth currently serves as dean of the College of Business and Economics, the largest accredited business school in Wisconsin.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"SEPTEMBER 16TH 2021"
September 16, 2021
As the fall semester kicks off, students will have the chance to welcome new leadership to campus. Over the summer, UW-Whitewater experienced some major leadership changes. On July 1st, Jim Henderson was named Interim Chancellor and Jim Chenoweth was named Provost and Vice Chancellor for academic affairs.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"SEPTEMBER 30TH 2021"
September 30, 2021
Interim Chancellor Jim Henderson announced the appointment of two leadership positions at the University Relations unit on September 22nd. Katie Kuznacic will serve as interim vice chancellor for university relations and Sandy Dunst will serve as interim president of the UW-Whitewater Foundation
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"OCTOBER 14TH 2021"
October 14, 2021
Students, staff, and members of the Whitewater community gathered on October 13th for the naming celebration of the new student residence hall, Ma’iingan Hall. The name Ma’iingan was provided to the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater for consideration and was approved by the Chancellor’s Cabinet on December 9th, 2019.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"OCTOBER 21ST 2021"
October 21, 2021
UW System President Tommy Thompson will visit UW-Whitewater and join students, faculty and staff in a campus-wide celebration to mark the success of the university’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts. UW-Whitewater students have reported a 74% COVID-19 vaccination rate as of October 18th.
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"NOVEMBER 4TH 2021"
November 4, 2021
UW System President Tommy Thompson visited UW-Whitewater to join in a campus-wide celebration to mark the success of the university’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts. As of October 18th, UW-Whitewater students have reported a 74 percent COVID-19 vaccination rate
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"DECEMBER 2ND 2021"
December 2, 2021
The City of Whitewater welcomes two new Kwik Trip stores to the community. The stores are set to open within the next two months and hiring is underway. One of the new Kwik Trips is located at 305 Elkhorn Road at the roundabout is scheduled to open at five in the morning
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"DECEMBER 9TH 2021"
December 9, 2021
The Fall 2021 Commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 18th at ten in the morning in Kachel Fieldhouse at the Williams Center. For those unable to attend the ceremony in-person, UWW-TV will be live-streaming the event on uwwtv.org
UWW-TV NEWS UPDATE:
"APRIL 28TH 2022"
April 28, 2022
The University of Wisconsin – Whitewater is under new leadership after Interim Chancellor Jim Henderson’s abrupt resignation. Although new to the Chancellor seat, John Chenoweth is positive he can make a difference at the University. UWW-TV’s Jake Herrendeen has more on the story.
AUDIO PIECES
Pieces from my audio journalism career.