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UW-Eau Claire Professor José Alvergue Accused of Flipping College Republicans’ Table During Election Day Event
EAU CLAIRE, WI – A University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (UWEC) professor is under scrutiny after allegedly overturning a table set up by the UWEC College Republicans during an Election Day event on campus.
The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. near the university’s polling location, where the student organization had set up an informational table.
According to Tatiana Bobrowicz, Chair of the UWEC College Republicans, José Felipe Alvergue, Chair of the English Department, approached the group, claimed they were too close to the polling station, stated, “The time is over,” and proceeded to flip the table.
Bobrowicz described the event as a “violent attack” and deemed the behavior unacceptable.
The incident was promptly reported to university officials and the Eau Claire Police Department.
UWEC has confirmed Alvergue’s involvement, though formal statements from both the university and law enforcement are still pending.
The situation has sparked widespread attention, with the UWEC College Republicans sharing the incident on social media.
The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as official statements are released.
EAST AURORA, N.Y. — Emergency crews responded to the Aurora Theatre at 673 Main Street in the Village of East Aurora on Sunday following a ceiling collapse inside the historic building while students and chaperones were present.
Officials said construction activity inside the two-story brick structure led to a portion of the ceiling giving way during a scheduled event.
At the time of the incident, approximately 68 students and adult chaperones were inside the theater.
First responders confirmed there was no entrapment and the collapse was limited in scope.
Emergency Medical Services evaluated six pediatric patients for minor injuries at the scene. No serious injuries were reported.
Fire and safety officials secured the area and conducted a structural assessment to ensure the remainder of the building was safe.
Authorities said the incident remains under review, including the circumstances surrounding the construction work that preceded the collapse.
Further information will be released as the investigation continues.