Who Are We?

The Pointer is a student-run organization dedicated to the art of storytelling. We tell campus and community stories of student interest. The Pointer also serves as a learning laboratory for students to learn about journalistic writing and what goes into producing a newspaper.

Meet Our Team

Gwen Pabich

Editor-in-Chief

Gpabi916@uwsp.edu

Gwen is a third-year English-Writing, Editing, Publishing major, with minors in Professional Writing and Political Science. Outside of The Pointer, Gwen likes to draw, creatively write and read! 

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Brianna Ankerson

Managing Editor

bankerso@uwsp.edu

Brianna is a second-year Professional Communications and Media Studies student. Along with The Pointer, Bri also works as a tutor at UWSP's Tutoring Learning Center. Outside of UWSP, Brianna enjoys going to the gym and hanging out with friends!

 

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Ethan Laufenberg

Graphic Designer 

Llauf293@uwsp.edu

Ethan is a third-year Graphic Design and Media Studies student. Outside of The Pointer, Ethan finds interest in drawing and watching movies. 

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Business Manager

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News Reporter

News Reporter

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Abbey Holmes

News Reporter

Aholm452@uwsp.edu

Abbey is a second-year Fine Arts and Media Studies with a minor in Business Administration. Aside from The Pointer, Abbey also works in news for Pointer Studios. Outside of UWSP, Abbey finds enjoyment in drawing and photography!

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News Reporter

News Reporter

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News Reporter

News Reporter

The Latest

The Science Department Proves the Earth is Flat!

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on The Science Department Proves the Earth is Flat!

Written by: Tessa Krause [Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual…

Gnome Colony Discovered in Schmeeckle Reserve

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Gnome Colony Discovered in Schmeeckle Reserve

[Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual satirical April Fools’ edition,…

Stevie and Stephanie: Trouble in Paradise?

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Stevie and Stephanie: Trouble in Paradise?

[Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual satirical April Fools’ edition,…

Who Wants to Become Famous by Airing Out All of Your Dirty Laundry? 

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Who Wants to Become Famous by Airing Out All of Your Dirty Laundry? 

Written by: Tessa Krause [Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual…

Rival Gangs Under Control of the Mafia? Stevie Pointer Involvement?

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Rival Gangs Under Control of the Mafia? Stevie Pointer Involvement?

Written by: Tessa Krause [Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual…

Parking Changes Coming to UWSP

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Parking Changes Coming to UWSP

Written by: Brian Larson [Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual…

Exclusive Report: Jim Oliva vs. Chancellor Gibson

By The Pointer | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Exclusive Report: Jim Oliva vs. Chancellor Gibson

Written by: Logan Koceja [Editor’s Note: This article is a part of The Pointer’s annual…

Northland College to Close After 2024-2025 School Year, What it Means for UWSP Athletics and WIAC

By Liam Statz | March 3, 2025 | Comments Off on Northland College to Close After 2024-2025 School Year, What it Means for UWSP Athletics and WIAC

After 133 years, Northland College is closing its doors for good. What does this mean…

Olson Museum of Natural History Moves to Science Building, Construction Continues

By Gwen Pabich | March 3, 2025 | Comments Off on Olson Museum of Natural History Moves to Science Building, Construction Continues

The Olson Museum of Natural History is currently under construction. The old museum, located in…

Student Body Presidential Candidates Respond to Student Concerns over Campaign Posters 

By Derek Tritz | February 27, 2025 | Comments Off on Student Body Presidential Candidates Respond to Student Concerns over Campaign Posters 

SGA Presidential candidate Cayden Morschauser and Vice-Presidential Candidate Hayden Arnoldi said Wednesday that they will…