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Mar. 17-31, 2020 Local Fitness Opportunities:   Public places like gyms are at a high risk of being contaminated with Cornonavirus. But since we promised to highlight more local gyms in this issue, here are great local gyms for after the virus passes. In the meantime, look for at-home workout options on the Apple or Android app store,…

Marinette Campus Student Advisor Bethany Welch started as the Marinette Campus Academic Advisor this year after teaching in the International Students program and other classes on campus. She was born and raised in Marinette, WI, and has always been connected to the area. She loves the opportunity to meet with students. The Driftwood talked to Bethany about…

Mar. 3-Mar. 16, 2020 Ahoy there! This here publication be The Driftwood, courtesy of the students in Marinette Campus’s Practicum in Literary Publishing class. Take a gander at local events, learn about a campus resource, check out the club highlight, scrutinize this issue’s book review, and meet another member of the Marinette Campus team! Sections: Campus & Community…

From the 3/3-3/16 issue: Marinette Campus English Literature & Writing Lecturer Tracy Fernandez Rysavy teaches English at the Marinette Campus. While she mostly taught composition her first year, this year, she moved to literature and creative writing. She’s also The Driftwood’s advisor and teaches the Practicum in Literary Publishing class behind this newsletter and the…

From the 3/3-3/16 issue: Local Sports Games: For the next two weeks, there are currently no local games or meets to attend. However, here are some upcoming Green Bay Gambler games. Show up and support our area Tier 1 hockey team! Green Bay Gamblers: Fri., Mar. 6: Gamblers Hockey (Girl Scout Night): Home game at the…

From the 3/3-3/16 issue: Featured Book: Contemporary Debates: Poverty and Welfare in America, Examining the Facts  by David Wagner Many people have felt the effects of poverty in the United States, whether they have lived through it or watched someone else endure it. However, what some may not understand are the sheer amount of myths…

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue: Featured Services: Tutors and Brainfuse What’s the difference between crafting a B-grade paper and an A-grade paper? A second pair of eyes! While you have spent many hours refining, trimming, polishing your paragraphs, you might be desensitized to any remaining flaws. Enter: Brittany Daigneault and Ms. Rysavy! They can view your work through…

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue: Featured Event: Menominee High School Presents Legally Blonde: The Musical! March 12th, 13th, 14th, & 15th: Come on down to Menominee High School to see this year’s musical: Legally Blonde! Watch as sorority girl Elle Woods tries to get into Harvard to win back her ex-boyfriend. Tickets are required and are $10.00…

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue: Visual Arts Club Say hello to Visual Arts Club (formerly known as VPAC)! President Abigail Marquardt and Vice President Nikki Grom lead this club, and lately they’ve been combining the arts with movie nights. So far, they’ve explored latch hooking, crochet, and clay! This is a great club for exploring creative…

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue Feature: Discounts from Local Businesses Did you know? Several local businesses in the Marinette-Menominee area offer student discounts with your UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus ID. Get a portion off your check at really good restaurants, local gyms, gas stations, and movie theaters, and more. Check out the updated list here! Feature: Apply for Scholarships! M&M…