News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Skaleski to perform at Vatican with UW-Eau Claire marching band
UW-Eau Claire student Jim Skaleski was mentioned in the Dec. 20 Brookfield City News article "Skaleski to perform at Vatican with UW-Eau Claire marching band."
Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities, Inc. announces new board members and over $6,000 in new grants
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Richard Goligoski was featured in the Dec. 18 PRWeb article "Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities, Inc. announces new board members and over $6,000 in new grants."
UW-Madison alumni give $175 million for students
Andrew Soll, Business and Student Services, was interviewed for the Dec. 18 WEAU-TV story "UW-Madison alumni give $175 million for students."
Minn. nurse tells stories of inside Abu Ghraib
UW-Eau Claire alumna Deanna Germain was featured in the Dec. 17 WCCO.com article "Minn. nurse tells stories of inside Abu Ghraib."
University band to play for pope
UW-Eau Claire students Andrew Sazama, Tania Richter, Josh Myers, Jake Johnson and Jake Covill; and Blugold Marching Band director Randy Dickerson were quoted in the Dec. 16 Leader-Telegram article “University band to play for pope.” The band’s trip also was the subject of the Dec. 17 WEAU-TV story “UW-Eau Claire marching band to perform at the Vatican” and the Dec. 17 WCCO-TV story “UW-Eau Claire marching band to spend New Year with pope.”
When your best referral has an attitude problem
Kenneth De Meuse (emeritus), management and marketing, was quoted in the article "When your best referral has an attitude problem" in the Dec. 13 issue of CollegeJournal, a publication of The Wall Street Journal.
When the bullies turned faceless
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the article “When the bullies turned faceless” in the Dec. 16 issue of The New York Times. The same article also ran in the Dec. 16 issue of the Taipei Times and the Dec. 16 issue of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Patchin also was quoted in the article “Experts: Internet Gives Shooters A Venue For Legacies,” which was published Dec. 13 on TheDenverChannel.com.
Woman says vaccines led to illness
UW-Eau Claire student Nicole Lillis was featured Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram article “Woman says vaccines led to illness.”
Dramatic recovery — Nursing student has strong finish
UW-Eau Claire graduate Aaron Whalen was featured in the Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram article “Dramatic recovery — Nursing student has strong finish.” Rose Jadack, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, also was quoted in the article.
ADHD interviews
Bill Frankenberger, psychology/Human Development Center, discussed the prevalence and effects of overdiagnosing children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Dec. 11 on the Wisconsin Public Radio show "The West Side." He also was interviewed about ADHD on the WEAU-TV Newscenter 13 Today show Dec. 11 .
It’s never about kings: Remembering Malcolm Mosing
Patti See, Academic Skills Center, had her article “It’s never about kings: Remembering Malcolm Mosing” published in the Dec. 9 issue of the Chippewa Herald. (No link available.)
UW-Eau Claire Professor Visits Ethiopia
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was interviewed for the Dec. 4 WEAU-TV story “UW-Eau Claire professor visits Ethiopia.”
Facing the Music
Paul Kosower, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Oct. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Facing the Music." Jerry Young, music and theatre arts, also was quoted in the article.
Cast Crew Quest for fire — UW-Eau Claire presenting new version of Greek drama
Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Ryan McDaniel and Shane Chandler were quoted in the Dec. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Cast Crew Quest for fire — UW-Eau Claire presenting new version of Greek drama."
County to mark paupers' cemetery
Robin Leary, Development/Alumni Relations, was quoted in the Dec. 5 Leader-Telegram article "County to mark paupers' cemetery." Chad Ronnander, history, also was mentioned in the article and in the Dec. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Ceremony to close county's 150th year."
University group considers river's future — Cleaner water a positive sign
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram article "University group considers river's future — Cleaner water a positive sign." John Bachmeier, Development/Alumni Relations, also was mentioned in the article.
'Independence' day — Public radio station plans to rock out on Sunday evenings
UW-Eau Claire students Jake Kolstad and Scott Morfitt were quoted in the Nov. 29 Leader-Telegram article "'Independence' day — Public radio station plans to rock out on Sunday evenings."
Tuned in to motivation
Lee Anna Rasar, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Jennie Morvak and Laura Kadlec were quoted in the Nov. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Tuned in to motivation."
Between Water And Rock: A New Science
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kelly (Plathe) Haus, now a graduate student at Virginia Tech, was mentioned in the Dec. 1 ScienceDaily article "Between Water And Rock: A New Science."
Prescription Problems: Five Students Suspended
Bill Frankenberger, psychology, was interviewed for the Dec. 6 WQOW-TV story "Prescription Problems: Five Students Suspended."
UW-EC addresses emergency preparedness
Simei Tong, mathematics, was quoted in the Dec. 5 Dunn County News article “UW-EC addresses emergency preparedness.” Michael Wick, computer science, also was mentioned in the article. Tong and Wick also were interviewed for the related Dec. 5 WQOW-TV story "Solving Math Problems Could Save Lives."
Higher heating costs prompting creative ways to keep warm
UW-Eau Claire student Scott Larson was interviewed for the Dec. 3 WEAU-TV story "Higher Heating Costs Prompting Creative Ways to Keep Warm."
Swab It! Part Two
Sasha Showsh, biology, was interviewed for the Nov. 30 WEAU-TV story "Swab It! Part Two."
A new chapter in the library begins
UW-Eau Claire alumna Barbara Misselt was featured in the Nov. 28 Isanti County (Minn.) News article "A new chapter in the library begins."
Association of American Geographers newsletter
Research by Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was reported under "Members of Note" in the monthly newsletter of the Association of American Geographers, Vol. 42 (10): 46. (No link available.)
Lending a hand — Students help with elementary programs
Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning, was quoted in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Lending a hand — Students help with elementary programs." Sean Yengo, kinesiology, and the UW-Eau Claire chapter of Alpha Xi Delta also were mentioned in the article.
State employees would receive 5 percent pay boost under plan
Andrea Gapko, Academic Skills Center, was quoted in the Nov. 26 Leader-Telegram article “State employees would receive 5 percent pay boost under plan.”
Online Shopping on the Rise
Chuck Tomkovick, management and marketing, was interviewed for the Nov. 26 WEAU-TV story "Online Shopping on the Rise."
Two Chi-Hi alumni are working in Nicaragua to improve literacy
UW-Eau Claire student Maggie Covill was quoted in the Nov. 24 chippewa.com article "Two Chi-Hi alumni are working in Nicaragua to improve literacy."
Survey: Consumer Spending Plans Down Due to Rising Energy Costs
David Schaffer, economics, was interviewed for the WEAU-TV story "Survey: Consumer Spending Plans Down Due to Rising Energy Costs."
Blugold's Football Thanksgiving
UW-Eau Claire head football coach Todd Glaser and players Marc Davis, Tony Hull and Chris Hull were interviewed for the Nov. 22 WEAU-TV story "Blugold's Football Thanksgiving."
Is Mt. Sinai in the Negev? Eau Claire Geographer helps Explore Proposed Site
Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was interviewed for the Oct. 26 Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle article “Is Mt. Sinai in the Negev? Eau Claire Geographer helps Explore Proposed Site.”
'I Conquered Death': Justin Greenwood's Story
Justin Greenwood, a former UW-Eau Claire student and football player who was severely injured on the field in 2003 was featured in the Nov. 19 WCCO-TV story "'I Conquered Death': Justin Greenwood's Story."
Racin' for Jason
The "Racin' for Jason" event Nov. 16 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Nov. 17 WEAU-TV story "Racin' for Jason."
Extreme cyberbullying: US case comes to light
A research site on cyberbullying, Cyberbullying.us, by Justin Patchin, political science, and Sameer Hinduja, Florida Atlantic University, was listed at the end of the Nov. 16 NetFamilyNews.org article "Extreme cyberbullying: US case comes to light."
"Spirit in Action" show on religion and disability
Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, was featured in an hourlong interview on religion and disability on the WHYS (96.3, FM) radio program "Spirit in Action" Nov. 18.
Students turn math into works of art
UW-Eau Claire student Cassie Lawler was mentioned in the Nov. 16 wisinfo.com article “Students turn math into works of art.”
Magic carpet ride
Kurt Wiegel, chemistry, was quoted in the Nov. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Magic carpet ride." Scott Hartsel, chemistry, also was mentioned in the article.
Leading the Way
UW-Eau Claire student Danielle Ryan was quoted in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Leading the Way."
Truck Tire Hazard
The Nov. 17 'Racin' for Jason' Relay Event at UW-Eau Claire was mentioned during the WEAU-TV story “Truck Tire Hazard.”
SUPERVOLCANO
Phil Ihinger, geology, was quoted in the OLTN Weather Updates Web page titled “SUPERVOLCANO.”
Featured educator: Career choice easy for New Holstein's Lahm
UW-Eau Claire alumna Lori Lahm was featured in the Nov. 12 Fond du Lac Reporter article “Featured educator: Career choice easy for New Holstein's Lahm.”
Pervasive incivility harmful to American politics, society
Kimberly Barrett, Office of Student Development and Diversity, wrote the column "Pervasive incivility harmful to American politics, society," which appeared in the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram.
Costly combustible
D'Arcy Becker, accounting and finance, and Ali Abootalebi, political science, were quoted in the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Costly combustible."
State still ranks among the healthiest nationwide
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education/Blugold Family Office, was quoted in the Nov. 6 Leader-Telegram article "State still ranks among the healthiest nationwide."
Eerie past haunts Cheesman Park — Students Tackle Archaeology Corpse-Work
Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was part of a group, which included professor Larry Conyers and students from the University of Denver, that was interviewed for the Oct. 31 Denver Post article "Eerie past haunts Cheesman Park — Students Tackle Archaeology Corpse-Work." The article included a photo of the team in the field as well as a write up on ground penetrating data collection in a former graveyard in Cheeseman Park, Denver. Jol also gave a seminar for the students while he was on campus.
Young bowlers honored with new Hall of Famers
UW-Eau Claire student Russell Reynolds was mentioned in the Nov. 5 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "Young bowlers honored with new Hall of Famers."
New administrator named at Luther Midelfort Northland
UW-Eau Claire alumna Rita Sullivan was featured in the Nov. 5 Barron News-Shield article "New administrator named at Luther Midelfort Northland." Sullivan also was featured in the Nov. 14 Chetek Alert article "New regional administrator named at LMN."
Facebook valued as new tool in campaigns
UW-Eau Claire student Phillip Plager was quoted in the Nov. 2 Star Tribune article "Facebook valued as new tool in campaigns."
Takes eagle eye to spot FGCU stuff
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Drew Sterwald wrote the column "Takes eagle eye to spot FGCU stuff," which appeared in the Nov. 2 (Fort Myers, Fla.) News-Press.
Genealogy workshop in Eau Claire
The Nov. 10 genealogy workshop at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Oct. 31 Dunn County News article "Genealogy workshop in Eau Claire."
Evangel orchestra's fall concert set for Tuesday
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Larry Dissmore was mentioned in the Nov. 1 Springfield, Mo., News-Leader article "Evangel orchestra's fall concert set for Tuesday."
Conference on Practical Peace Building and Environmental Justice on Nov. 3
Robert Muhlnickel, philosophy and religious studies, was mentioned in the Oct. 31 SUNY Cortland News article “Conference on Practical Peace Building and Environmental Justice on Nov. 3.”
Quinn comes up short at Lantana
UW-Eau Claire Alumnus Ryan Quinn was featured in the Oct. 27 La Crosse Tribune article "Quinn comes up short at Lantana."
No Child Left Behind offers free tutoring, but few sign up
Jo Ingle (emerita), mathematics, appeared in a photo that accompanied the article "No Child Left Behind offers free tutoring, but few sign up" in the Oct. 31 Las Cruces (N.M.) Sun-News.
Career profile: From freelancer to ad agency owner — Lani's focus is on guiding creative aspects
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brian Lani was featured in the Oct. 21 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "Career profile: From freelancer to ad agency owner — Lani's focus is on guiding creative aspects."
Musical to benefit the Bethel kitchen
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brad Pribbenow was featured in the Oct. 26 Fergus Falls (Minn.) Daily Journal article "Musical to benefit the Bethel kitchen."
Study: Help Dry Up 'Thirsty Thursday'
Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, was interviewed for the Oct. 25 WEAU-TV story "Study: Help Dry Up 'Thirsty Thursday.'"
Kosmo to follow love of teaching
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sandee Kosmo was featured in the Oct. 25 Cibola County (N.M.) Beacon article "Kosmo to follow love of teaching."
Momentum good to have
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Oct. 25 Pierce County Herald editorial "Momentum good to have."
UWM plan survives budget — $8.4 million tagged for expansion project
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Oct. 22 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UWM plan survives budget — $8.4 million tagged for expansion project."
Methodist minister returns
UW-Eau Claire alumna Martha Gustuson Hendricks was mentioned in the Oct. 24 St. James (Minn.) Plaindealer article "Methodist minister returns."
Gardner attends Phi Kappa Phi convention
Vickie Gardner, Business Services, was quoted in the Oct. 23 Chippewa Herald article "Gardner attends Phi Kappa Phi convention." UW-Eau Claire alumna Lori Scardino and Scott Hartsel, chemistry, also were mentioned in the article.
New Budget Includes $49 Million For Davies Center
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Oct. 24 WEAU-TV story "New Budget Includes $49 Million For Davies Center."
Money Smart Week at UW-Eau Claire
Jacqueline Bonneville, Advising and New Student Initiatives, was a guest on the WEAU-TV Today show Oct. 8. She discussed Money Smart Week at UW-Eau Claire. (No link available.)
Health-related news in Northeastern Wisconsin
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Matt Herber was mentioned in the Oct. 22 Green Bay Press-Gazette
article "Health-related news in Northeastern Wisconsin."
article "Health-related news in Northeastern Wisconsin."
EP man documents life of WWII vet
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jim Jorgensen was featured in the Oct. 20 Eden Prairie (Minn.) News article "EP man documents life of WWII vet."
Arts center hires permanent director — Comedian, UW-Eau Claire graduate set to begin his tenure in November
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ben Richgruber was featured in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Arts center hires permanent director — Comedian, UW-Eau Claire graduate set to begin his tenure in November."
Trading spaces
Matt Germonprez and Dawna Drum, information systems, were quoted in the Oct. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Trading spaces."
Using their right
UW-Eau Claire students Joey Herro, Tom Burton, Phil Kolas and Brian Reisinger were quoted in the Oct. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Using their right."
Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, was interviewed for the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Raising Awareness of the Rights of the Visually Impaired."
Foreclosure facing Wisconsin crisis
Tom Mihajlov, accounting and finance, was interviewed for the Oct. 15 Real Estate New Homes article "Foreclosure crisis facing Wisconsin."
Feeding time
Jason Halfen, chemistry, was featured in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Feeding time."
Barlett & Steele Judges
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Stephen Koepp was featured in the BusinessJournalism.org article "Barlett & Steele Judges."
UW-Eau Claire debuts conservative paper
UW-Eau Claire students Kristy LeTourneau and Brian Reisinger were quoted in the Oct. 10 Badger Herald article "UW-Eau Claire debuts conservative paper."
Symphony to take audience back to golden age of radio
UW-Eau Claire alumni Kurt Niska, Terrence Niska and Lorie Carpenter-Niska were featured in the Oct. 9 Shreveport (La.) Times article "Symphony to take audience back to golden age of radio."
Ancient African megadroughts may have driven human evolution — out of Africa
Research by an international research team including Kristina Beuning, biology, and UW-Eau Claire alumna Sarah Ivory were mentioned in the Oct. 9 Science Daily article "Ancient African megadroughts may have driven human evolution — out of Africa." The research also was featured in the Oct. 10 issue of the Leader-Telegram, the Oct. 8 issue of EurekAlert, the Oct. 8 issue of First Science and the Oct. 9 issue of Terra Daily.
Newsmakers in health care
Doug Olson, management and marketing, was mentioned in the Oct. 8 Springfield (Mo.) Business Journal article "Newsmakers in health care."
Voices in the booth
UW-Eau Claire alumni Dave Hanson and Hayes Callaghan were featured in the Oct. 7 Chippewa Herald article "Voices in the booth."
Home cleaning — Students get together to gather trash
Paula Stuettgen, Activities and Programs, and UW-Eau Claire students Amanda Kimdars, Megan Kunz and Laura Merrill were quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Home cleaning — Students get together to gather trash."
Thousands celebrate UW-Eau Claire Homecoming
David Sprick, University Police, and UW-Eau Claire alumni Adam Bellibeau, Carly Kearney, Jim Knickerbocker, Holly Patoka and Orlyn Peterson were interviewed for the Oct. 6 WEAU-TV story "Thousands celebrate UW-Eau Claire Homecoming."
Organ donation
Patti See, Academic Skills Center, was interviewed for the Oct. 5 WEAU-TV story "Organ donation." The organ donation event Oct. 10 at UW-Eau Claire also was mentioned in the story.
Interview with Haile Gebrselassie
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, interviewed Haile Gebrselassie of Ethiopia after he broke the marathon world record during the Berlin Marathon Sept. 30. The interview can be found online through the Track and Field News and Let's Run Web sites. Hartnett's maps also were featured in the pre-race feature section of Track and Field News.
Sinai, commandments and Wisconsin research
Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was interviewed by WAXX/WAYY radio Sept. 28 for a story about his research in Israel. Jol and UW-Eau Claire student Jacob McDonald also were interviewed Sept. 17 by Chippewa Valley Community Television for a show titled "Sinai, commandments and Wisconsin research." The show was scheduled to air Oct. 2, 5 and 10. (No links available.)
Officers fighting crime with Facebook
David Sprick, University Police, and UW-Eau Claire student Jenny White were interviewed for the Oct. 3 WEAU-TV story "Officers fighting crime with Facebook."
'Cooking Without Looking' creator serves the blind
UW-Eau Claire alumna Ren'ee Rentmeester was featured in the Oct. 1 Miami Herald article "'Cooking Without Looking' creator serves the blind." Rentmeester also was featured in the article "The joy of cooking … without looking" in the spring 2007 issue of The View.
Homecoming safety at UW-Eau Claire
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education/Blugold Parent Office, and UW-Eau Claire students Susan Peterson and Chris Jacobson were interviewed for the Oct. 1 WEAU-TV story "Homecoming safety at UW-Eau Claire."
Soup Stock celebrates community offerings
Crispin Pierce, public health professions, was mentioned in the Sept. 26 Spooner Advocate article "Soup Stock celebrates community offerings."
Big Band Era concert interview
Bob Baca and Jeffery Crowell, music and theatre arts, were interviewed on WEAU-TV Sept. 27 about the Big Band Era concert Sept. 28 at UW-Eau Claire. The story can be viewed on the Newscenter 13 Today Web page.
Violent crimes low on local campuses
Chris Kirchman, University Police, was interviewed for the Sept. 26 WEAU-TV story "Violent crimes low on local campuses."
Participate in UWEC strategic planning
UW-Eau Claire's strategic planning initiative was the subject of the Sept. 26 WisHigherEd.com piece "Participate in UWEC strategic planning."
Raise bail to get out of jail
UW-Eau Claire student Bobby Hamill was interviewed for the Sept. 26 WEAU-TV story "Raise bail to get out of jail."
Seminar to give visually impaired ideas for coping
Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, was mentioned in the Sept. 26 Chippewa.com article "Seminar to give visually impaired ideas for coping."
Geography professor has latest biblical archeology finds
Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was interviewed for the Sept. 25 WEAU-TV story "Geography professor has latest biblical archeology finds."
Guest View: Legislature needs vision for Wisconsin's winning future
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 6 Coulee News column "Guest View: Legislature needs vision for Wisconsin's winning future."
Research at Mount Har Karkom
Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, was interviewed on WQOW-TV Sept. 10 for a story about his research at Mount Har Karkom, a proposed site for Mount Sinai. (No link available.)
Wisconsin facing foreclosure crisis
Tom Mihajlov, accounting and finance, was interviewed for the Sept. 25 Foreclosure Warehouse Blog article "Wisconsin facing foreclosure crisis."
Cyber bullying — A growing Problem
Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Sept. 23 WQOW-TV story "Cyber bullying — A growing problem."
Forum Series prepared to open season
Beverly Soll, Activities and Programs, was interviewed for the Sept. 24 Leader-Telegram column "Forum Series prepared to open season."
Girl Scouts to honor women active in community service
Susan Turell, psychology/women's studies, was mentioned in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Girl Scouts to honor women active in community service."
Home is where Hispanics are
Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Home is where Hispanics are."
UWEC symposium to feature Michael Perry
UW-Eau Claire's John and Elizabeth Morris Literature Symposium was featured in the Sept. 18 Chippewa Herald article "UWEC symposium to feature Michael Perry."
Photographs and memories
Rick Mickelson, Learning and Technology Services, was featured in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Photographs and memories."
Campus pledges to environment
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Sept. 20 Badger Herald article "Campus pledges to environment."
NanoRite opens in Wisconsin
Doug Dunham, physics and astronomy, was mentioned in the Sept. 20 Small Times article "NanoRite opens in Wisconsin."
Malibu Times News Briefs
UW-Eau Claire alumna Rebecca Carson was quoted in the News Briefs section of the Sept. 19 Malibu (Calif.) Times.
In any language
UW-Eau Claire student Giselle Conde wrote the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "In any language."
CF Oktoberfest is cooking up new attraction — German food demonstration is latest addition to festival
Kelly Wonder, English, was quoted in the Sept. 10 Leader-Telegram article "CF Oktoberfest is cooking up new attraction — German food demonstration is latest addition to festival."
Life's work can continue after death
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sharon Stokes, who died Sept. 13, authored a column titled "Life's work can continue after death," which ran in the Sept. 14 issue of the Leader-Telegram. She also was remembered in the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Woman's wish was to comfort others: 'Heart and soul' of care facility dies at 55."
BARC Program
UW-Eau Claire students Erin Barney and Kristine Funk, along with Dan Holt, psychology, were interviewed for the Sept. 13 WQOW-TV story "BARC Program: Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks." The three also were interviewed for the Sept. 13 Spectator story "The dog whisperers: Psychology students resurrect behavioral analysis program to study canines' psyche, mental conditions." Students Kevin Schlichenmeyer and Kelly Neri also were mentioned in the Spectator article.
Eye on education
UW-Eau Claire student Ali Ismail was featured in the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Eye on education: Seeing hardships in Somalia fosters student's work ethic."
Viva Blugolds
Randy Dickerson, music and theatre arts, UW-Eau Claire student Mike Renneke and John Bachmeier, director of alumni relations, were quoted in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Viva Blugolds: Band to play for pope on New Year's Day." Ethan Wickman, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.
EXTRA! EXTRA!
David Gordon (emeritus), communication and journalism, was quoted in the Sept. 9 Leader-Telegram article "EXTRA! EXTRA!"
Sony Creative Software, the Ad Council and the National Crime Prevention Council Launch Cyberbullying Awareness PSA Creation Contest
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Sept. 11 Business Wire article "Sony Creative Software, the Ad Council and the National Crime Prevention Council Launch Cyberbullying Awareness Public Service Announcement Creation Contest."
Why are there so many foreclosures?
Tom Mihajlov, accounting and finance, was interviewed for the Sept. 10 WEAU-TV story "Why are there so many foreclosures?"
Talking Peace with the Taliban — In the Shifting Sands of Afghanistan, it Can be Hard to See the Lay of the Political Land
Tarique Niazi, sociology, was quoted in the Sept. 10 Toronto Star article "Talking peace with the Taliban— In the shifting sands of Afghanistan, it can be hard to see the lay of the political land."
New Teen Bullies
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the article "New teen bullies" in the Sept. 10 issue of The Washington Times and in the Sept. 8 CentralOhio.com article "Students learn how to avoid cyberbullying."
LaViolettes key players in Medal of Honor event — Family focuses on inspiration
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kim LaViolette was mentioned in the Sept. 8 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "LaViolettes key players in Medal of Honor event — Family focuses on inspiration."
Music that Heals
UW-Eau Claire alumna Julia Johnson was featured in the Sept. 7 Chaska Herald article "Music that heals."
Local Farmer's Market on Campus
Paula Stuettgen, Activities and Programs, was interviewed for the Sept. 6 WEAU-TV story "Local Farmer's Market on Campus."
Chris Zimmer Joins The PMA Insurance Group as Southern Regional Underwriting Manager, Risk Management Services
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chris Zimmer was featured in the Sept. 6 BusinessWire article "Chris Zimmer Joins The PMA Insurance Group as Southern Regional Underwriting Manager, Risk Management Services."
New Postmaster Excited to be Back in the Chippewa Valley
UW-Eau Claire alumna Susan McInnis was featured in the Sept. 5 Leader-Telegram article "New postmaster excited to be back in the Chippewa Valley."
Becoming a 'Carbon Neutral' Campus
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Marc Goulet, mathematics, were interviewed for the Sept. 4 WEAU-TV story "Becoming a 'Carbon Neutral' Campus."
Labor of Love
Paula Stuettgen, Activities and Programs, and UW-Eau Claire students Gabrielle Siciliano and Melissa Boerst were interviewed for the Sept. 3 WEAU-TV story "Labor of Love."
Change from Arid to Wet Climate in Africa Had Significant Effect on Early Human Evolution
Research by Kristina Beuning, biology, and collaborators from other institutions was featured in the Sept. 3 Newswise Science News article "Change from Arid to Wet Climate in Africa Had Significant Effect on Early Human Evolution."
New Man in Charge
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Luebker was featured in the Sept. 3 Leader-Telegram article "New man in charge."
Parents Have New Way to be Involved
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education/Blugold Parent and Family Office, was quoted in the Sept. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Parents have new way to be involved."
Safety Report Released in Time for School Year
Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Student Development and Diversity, was quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Safety report released in time for school year." Deb Newman, Housing and Residence Life, also was mentioned in the article.
Leaping (and dancing) Lipizzaners
The Sept. 7 Lippizzaner Stallions show at UW-Eau Claire was previewed in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Leaping (and dancing) Lipizzaners."
Momentum to Expand to New Areas
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Aug. 31 Chippewa Herald article "Momentum to expand to new areas."
Gundersen Lutheran Welcomes Kirsten Wyffels to Harmony Clinic — Philosophy of Patient Care Draws Nurse Practitioner to Gundersen Lutheran
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kirsten Wyffels was featured in the Aug. 30 Chatfield News-Record article "Gundersen Lutheran welcomes Kirsten Wyffels to Harmony Clinic — Philosophy of patient care draws nurse practitioner to Gundersen Lutheran."
Warm Welcome — Hall Raisers Lend a Hand to Freshmen
Deb Newman, Housing and Residence Life, and UW-Eau Claire students Steve Chagdes, Kailey Mezera, Courtney Spangler and Ashley Coursin were quoted in the Aug. 31 Leader-Telegram article "Warm welcome — Hall Raisers lend a hand to freshmen."
College Students and Credit
Andrew Soll, Business and Student Services, and UW-Eau Claire student Lauren Bagg were interviewed for the Aug. 30 WEAU-TV story "College Students and Credit."
College Students Bring Large Economic Impact
The economic impact of UW-Eau Claire students on the local economy was the subject of the Aug. 30 WEAU-TV story "College Students Bring Large Economic Impact."
Police Gearing Up for Student Crowds on Water Street
David Sprick, University Police, was interviewed for the Aug. 28 WEAU-TV story "Police Gearing Up for Student Crowds on Water Street."
Watch Out for Possible Scholarship Scams
Kathy Sahloff, Financial Aid, was interviewed for the Aug. 28 WEAU-TV story "Watch Out for Possible Scholarship Scams."
Safety Concerns on UW-Eau Claire's Campus
Updated security efforts at UW-Eau Claire were discussed in the Aug. 28 WEAU-TV story "Safety Concerns on UW-Eau Claire's Campus."
A Work of Honor: Father-Daughter Team Lends Artistic Touch to Shrine Church
UW-Eau Claire student Liz Stingl was quoted in the Aug. 28 La Crosse Tribune article "A work of honor: Father-daughter team lends artistic touch to shrine church."
3 Tenants Consider Eau Claire Center — New NanoRite Park Puts Emphasis on Tiny Technology
The NanoRite Technology Park, a partnership among Chippewa Valley Technical College, UW-Eau Claire's Materials Science Center and UW-Stout's science and technology programs, was featured in the Aug. 27 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "3 tenants consider Eau Claire center — New NanoRite park puts emphasis on tiny technology." The center also was the subject of the Aug. 27 Dunn County News article "NanoRite Center hosts area leaders at open house." Doug Dunham, physics and astronomy, was mentioned in the Dunn County News article.
Legislative Inaction a Big Concern to Students
Ray French, UW-Eau Claire student body president, had his letter to the editor "Legislative inaction a big concern to students" published in the Aug. 27 issue of The Capital Times.
Hispanic Community is County's Fastest Growing Minority Group
UW-Eau Claire alumna Jennifer Castillo was quoted in the Aug. 27 Oshkosh Northwestern article "Hispanic community is county's fastest growing minority group."
Local Report Card Shows Improvement
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 26 Leader-Telegram editorial "Local report card shows improvement."
UW Professor Shows Bolivians Value of Strong Relationship
Vicky Crane, sociology, was featured in the Aug. 26 Chippewa.com article "UW professor shows Bolivians value of strong relationship."
Local Club Takes on Children's Need for Beds
UW-Eau Claire student Allison Jordan was interviewed for the Aug. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Local club takes on children's need for beds."
School Nutrition Programs Working?
Research by Lori Bica, psychology, and Eric Jamelske, economics, was featured in the Aug. 25 WEAU-TV story "School Nutrition Programs Working?"
Project Taking More Steps to Fight Bullying — Special Run/Walk to Raise Funds for Upcoming Program Speakers
Research by Justin Patchin, political science, and Sameer Hinduja, Florida Atlantic University, was featured in the Aug. 23 CentralOhio.com article "Project taking more steps to fight bullying — Special run/walk to raise funds for upcoming program speakers."
Investing in UW Brain Power for Start-Ups — Group to Fund New Tech-Based Companies
UW-Eau Claire's Blugold Angel Fund was mentioned in the Aug. 22 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Investing in UW brain power for start-ups — Group to fund new tech-based companies."
Beloit College Says Many 18 Year Olds Don't Know the Berlin Wall Plus More
Lori Bica, psychology, was quoted in the Aug. 22 WEAU-TV story "Beloit College says many 18 year olds don't know the Berlin Wall plus more."
UW-EC Chancellor Thinking About Future
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Mary Jane Brukardt, Chancellor's Office; and Marty Wood, English, were quoted in the Aug. 22 Leader Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor thinking about future."
Publications High on Local Universities
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Publications high on local universities."
Eleva Woman Defied Her Age, Loved Ones Say
UW-Eau Claire alumna Bernice Havenor was featured in the Aug. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Eleva woman defied her age, loved ones say."
Living and Learning
Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, was quoted in the Aug. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Living and learning."
UW-Eau Claire Ranked Number 5
UW-Eau Claire's U.S. News and World Report Magazine ranking was the subject of the Aug. 17 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Ranked Number 5."
P-C Promotes Mara to Managing Editor
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jamie Mara was featured in the Aug. 16 Appleton Post-Crescent article "P-C promotes Mara to managing editor."
Dangers of Drinking and Driving
Doug Hubbard, University Police, was quoted in the Aug. 16 WEAU-TV story "Dangers of Drinking and Driving."
Wartime Memory
Earl Shoemaker, Academic Advising, was quoted in the Aug. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Wartime memory."
Squeeze on Security — Cuts to UW Funding Might Affect Campus Police
Andy Soll, Business and Student Services, was quoted in the Aug. 15 Journal Sentinel article "Squeeze on security — Cuts to UW funding might affect campus police."
Kids Learn Museum Mysteries
UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education was mentioned in the Aug. 14 WEAU-TV story "Kids Learn Museum Mysteries."
New Officer Picked to Patrol Schools in Chippewa Falls
UW-Eau Claire alumnus David BeBeau was quoted in the Aug. 13 Leader-Telegram article "New officer picked to patrol schools in Chippewa Falls."
Conquering Your Campus
Kathleen Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, and UW-Eau Claire student Beth Snyder were quoted in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram article, "Conquering your Campus."
False Fire Alarms Putting Lives At Risk
David Sprick, University Police, was quoted in the Aug. 9 WEAU-TV story "False Fire Alarms Putting Lives At Risk."
Seeking Soldiers' Spouses
Lois Taft, nursing, and UW-Eau Claire alumna Thora Tollefson were quoted in the Aug. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Seeking soldiers' spouses."
UW-Eau Claire Program Targets Region's Fitness — Sessions Attracting People Who Want to Get Back in Shape
Lance Dalleck, kinesiology; Don Bredle, kinesiology; and UW-Eau Claire students Mandy Parker, Nicole Gutbrod and Kathryn Schleis were quoted in the Aug. 9 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire program targets region's fitness — Sessions attracting people who want to get back in shape."
Officers Train for University Shootings
David Sprik, University Police, was mentioned in the Aug. 7 WEAU-TV story "Officers train for University shootings."
Zoo Interns Respond to Call of the Wild They Teach, Prepare Lessons for Kids' Camps
UW-Eau Claire student Lindsey Huck was quoted in the Aug. 3 Journal Sentinel article "Zoo interns respond to call of the wild They teach, prepare lessons for kids' camps."
Ann Rupnow, Continuing Education, was quoted in the Aug. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Survey aims to link education, business."
Hanna, Spanish Teachers go on Nicaragua Mission
UW-Eau Claire student Katie Hanna was mentioned in the Aug. 2 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Hanna, Spanish teachers go on Nicaragua mission."
Sobering Statistics
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, and UW-Eau Claire student Laurel Van Soest were quoted in the August 2 Leader-Telegram article "Sobering statistics."
Inventors at Small UW Schools to get More Focus Research/Three Organizations Will Now License UW Inventions
Karen Havholm, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, was quoted in the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "Inventors at small UW schools to get more focus Research/Three organizations will now license UW inventions."
Band Director Poised for Final Concert
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Craig Lehmeier was quoted in the July 29 Leader-Telegram article "Band director poised for final concert."
Bullish Big Board
Eric Jamelske, economics, and UW-Eau Claire student Dan Platta were quoted in the July 29 Leader-Telegram article "Bullish big board."
Strengthening Our Nations
Odawa White, Office of Multicultural Affairs, was interviewed for the July 26 WEAU-TV story "Strengthening Our Nations."
Last Touches on Child Advocacy Center at the University
The Chippewa Valley Child Advocacy Center in UW-Eau Claire's nursing building was featured in the July 26 WEAU-TV story "Last Touches on Child Advocacy Center at the University."
Study Focuses on Military Spouses
Lois Taft, nursing systems, was interviewed for the July 25 WEAU-TV story "Study Focuses on Military Spouses."
Cineplexity Creators
UW-Eau Claire alumni JonMichael Rasmus and John Sams were quoted in the July 25 Leader-Telegram article "Cineplexity creators."
Goal: Update Hobbs
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the July 25 Leader-Telegram article "Goal: Update Hobbs."
Mapping Half Moon Lake
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Neil Trombly was quoted in the July 23 WEAU-TV story "Mapping Half Moon Lake."
MySpace Sex Risk 'Overblown'
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the July 24 News in Science article "MySpace sex risk 'overblown'."
Governor visits Menomonie Thursday
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Paula Collins, communication sciences and disorders, were quoted in the July 23 Dunn County News article "Governor visits Menomonie Thursday."
All Bases Covered
UW-Eau Claire student Andy Neborak was quoted in the July 22 Leader-Telegram article "All bases covered."
Relying on Relatives
UW-Eau Claire alumna Deb Chilson was quoted in the July 22 Leader-Telegram article "Relying on relatives."
Best of Luck
UW-Eau Claire student Samantha Abraham was mentioned in the July 22 Leader-Telegram article "Best of luck."
Magically Appearing
UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Hoepner was quoted in the July 21 Leader-Telegram article "Magically appearing."
Educational Payment — Doyle, Republicans Disagree
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Paula Collins, communication sciences and disorders, were quoted in the July 20 Leader-Telegram article "Educational payment — Doyle, Republicans disagree."
Doyle Discusses State Budget, UW-System Funding at UW-Stout
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the July 19 WEAU-TV story "Doyle Discusses State Budget, UW-System Funding at UW-Stout."
New Poetry Collections a Summer Treat
Peg Lauber (emerita), English, was mentioned in the July 19 Capital Times article "New poetry collections a summer treat."
Military Spouses Sought for Participation in Research Study
Lois Taft, nursing, was featured in the July 18 Dunn County News article "Military spouses sought for participation in research study."
Service-Learning at UW-Eau Claire
Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning; Donna Lehmkuhl, Jumpstart; and Jeremy Gragert, Center for Service-Learning, were interviewed on the WEAU-TV show "TV-13 Today" July 17. Video clips from the show can be found online.
Elite Ballers Reclaim Status
UW-Eau Claire alumni Jason Larson, Will Jefferson, Jesse Breidenbach and Casey Drake were mentioned in the July 16 Leader-Telegram article "Elite Ballers reclaim status."
Peck's Dunks Please Fans at Gus Macker
UW-Eau Claire alumni Spencer Peck and Jason Larson and UW-Eau Claire students Jordan Kappen, James Bowman and Jacob Schlub were mentioned in the July 15 Leader-Telegram article "Peck's dunks please fans at Gus Macker."
Olson Flies Past Stocked Mile Field
UW-Eau Claire alumna Christina Locke was quoted in the July 15 Leader-Telegram article "Olson flies past stocked Mile field."
Doyle Organizes Safety Task Force
Deb Newman, Housing, was quoted in the July 15 Leader-Telegram article "Doyle organizes safety task force."
North Names a Coach
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dean Rosemeyer was featured in the July 14 Leader-Telegram article "North names a coach."
Professor's Son Stranded
Sue Peck, nursing, was quoted in the July 13 Leader-Telegram article "Professor's son stranded."
Strong Field Ready for Mile
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Rich Maleniak was mentioned in the July 13 Leader-Telegram article "Strong field ready for Mile."
Cultural Exchange Revived
Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, and Scott Hartsel, chemistry, were quoted in the July 12 Leader-Telegram article "Cultural exchange revived."
Goser Hired to Oversee Football Bulldogs First Line of Defense
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Nick Goeser was featured in the July 11 University of Minnesota Duluth Athletics article "Goser Hired to Oversee Football Bulldogs First Line of Defense."
Assembly OKs Its Version of Budget
Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the July 11 Wisconsin State Journal article "Assembly OKs its version of budget."
Summer Education: Hundreds Sign Up for Eau Claire Program
Libby Thurston, Continuing Education, was interviewed for the July 11 WQOW-TV story "Summer Education: Hundreds Sign Up for Eau Claire Program."
Eau Claire Adds 2nd Sister City
Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, was mentioned in the July 11 WEAU-TV story "Eau Claire Adds 2nd Sister City."
Aeros Shuffle Hockey Operations, Communications Departments
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Scott Henninger was mentioned in the July 10 Our Sports Central article "Aeros shuffle hockey operations, communications departments."
Professor Says it's Good to be Home
Sue Peck, nursing, was quoted in the July 10 article "Professor says it's good to be home."
No Longer Stranded in South America: UWEC Professor Returns
Sue Peck, nursing, was quoted in the July 9 WQOW-TV story "No Longer Stranded in South America: UWEC Professor Returns."
In Control
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Shawn Dean was featured in the July 8 Leader-Telegram article "In control."
New Junior High Principal Focused on Literacy
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Bob Meicher was featured in the July 7 Portage Daily Register article "New junior high principal focused on literacy."
Hosta Territory
Dick Witt (emeritus), mathematics, was featured in the July 7 Leader Telegram article "Hosta territory."
Stranded Professor Gets Some Help
Sue Peck, nursing, was mentioned in the July 7 Leader-Telegram article "Stranded professor gets some help."
Professor Stranded
Sue Peck, nursing, was featured in the July 6 Leader-Telegram article "Professor stranded."
Campus Volunteer Efforts Adding Up
Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning, was quoted in the July 6 Leader-Telegram article "Campus volunteer efforts adding up."
Friends Recall Photographer, Professor's Life
Gil Tanner (emeritus), geography, was featured in the July 5 Leader-Telegram article "Friends recall photographer, professor's life."
Fabulous Fourth
Terry Gibbons, athletics, was quoted in the July 5 Leader-Telegram article "Fabulous Fourth."
Fit Families
UW-Eau Claire students Janelle Schilter and Todd Lynnes were featured in the July 5 Leader-Telegram article "Fit families."
NanoRite Innovation Center Opens with Small Science, Big Promise
Doug Dunham, physics and astronomy, was quoted in the July 2 Wisconsin Technology Network article "NanoRite Innovation Center Opens with Small Science, Big Promise."
Barbara Janesh Column: Summer Interns Bring Energy, Refreshing Change to Newsroom
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sara Boyd was featured in the July 2 Green Bay Press Gazette article "Barbara Janesh column: Summer interns bring energy, refreshing change to newsroom."
Mboga Wins at RCU for Fifth Time
UW-Eau Claire student Nate Hall was quoted in the July 1 Leader-Telegram article "Mboga wins at RCU for fifth time."
Cruising for Laughs
UW-Eau Claire student Sheena Thompson was quoted in the July 1 Leader-Telegram article "Cruising for laughs."
Seizures Won't Stop Survivor's Climb for Cancer
UW-Eau Claire alumna Jo Lindoo was featured in the June 28 Leader-Telegram article "Seizures won't stop survivor's climb for cancer."
WWU Researchers Hope for Compound to Fight Liver Cancer — Vyvyan has Found Possible Herbicide from Sunflowers
UW-Eau Claire alumnus James Vyvyan was featured in the June 25 Bellingham Herald article "WWU researchers hope for compound to fight liver cancer — Vyvyan has found possible herbicide from sunflowers."
All Jazzed Up
Phil Ostrander, music and theatre arts, and Ron Keezer (emeritus), music and theatre arts, were mentioned in the June 24 Leader-Telegram article "All Jazzed Up."
Moungey Honored for Importance as an Educator
UW-Eau Claire alumna Judy Moungey was featured in the June 21 Chippewa Herald article "Moungey honored for importance as an educator."
On the Way: Home
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Keith Killoren was featured in the June 19 Leader-Telegram article "On the way: Home."
UWEC Officials Hope to Create Vision for Future
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Mary Jane Brukardt, special assistant to the chancellor; and Gretchen Hutterli, College of Business, were quoted in the June 17 Leader-Telegram article "UWEC officials hope to create vision for future."
Family Leaving for a Year at Sea
Jan Larson, communication and journalism, and her family were featured in the June 15 WEAU-TV story "Family Leaving for a Year at Sea."
Late Night at the Dakota with the John Raymond Quintet, June 23rd
UW-Eau Claire students John Raymond and Sean Carey and UW-Eau Claire alumni Vinnie Rose, Ben Herpel-Dobay and Jeremy Boettcher were featured in the June 15 Jazz Police article "Late Night at the Dakota with the John Raymond Quintet, June 23rd."
Investing in Education - Innovation Agenda Provides Tools for Next Generation of Creative Thinkers
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned in the June 13 Dunn County News article "Investing in education - Innovation Agenda provides tools for next generation of creative thinkers."
Eau Claire Graduates Land Jobs
Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, was quoted in the June 11 WEAU-TV story "Eau Claire Graduates Land Jobs."
Have You Been Hired? Window of Opportunity will Close Soon for People Looking for Summer Employment
UW-Eau Claire student Karen Sykora was mentioned in the June 6 Wisconsin State Journal article "Have You Been Hired? Window of Opportunity will Close Soon for People Looking for Summer Employment."
Baby Boomers Could Cause Labor Shortage
The UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education "Fact: 2012 Labor Shortage in Western Wisconsin" conference was featured in the June 6 WQOW-TV story "Baby Boomers Could Cause Labor Shortage."
Chi-Hi honors Siddons, Jacobson, Nystrom
Barbara Rolland (emerita), foreign languages, was featured in the June 6 Chippewa Herald article "Chi-Hi honors Siddons, Jacobson, Nystrom."
Kind: Western Wisconsin can be Technology Leader
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the June 5 Leader-Telegram article "Kind: Western Wisconsin can be technology leader."
Congressman Ron Kind Visits UW-Eau Claire
Congressman Ron Kind's recent visit to UW-Eau Claire was featured in the June 4 WEAU-TV story "Congressman Ron Kind Visits UW-Eau Claire" and the June 4 Leader-Telegram article "Congressman pushes 'Innovation Agenda' in Eau Claire."
Area Conference to Address Future Workforce Shortages
Sharon Sabatke, Continuing Education, was quoted in the June 1 Leader-Telegram article "Area conference to address future workforce shortages." She was also interviewed for a WEAU-TV story on May 16 and 31 and a WQOW-TV story on May 17.
Evangel University Professor Co-authors Paper on Long-term Health Care
Douglas Olson, management and marketing, was featured in the May 22 News-Leader article "Evangel University professor co-authors paper on long-term health care."
Crosswalk Courtesy
UW-Eau Claire student Peter Wojtowicz was quoted in the May 18 WEAU-TV story "Crosswalk Courtesy."
Unisys Delivers First Models of Next-Generation ClearPath Mainframes Based on Intel Processors
Marian Ritland, Learning and Technology Services, was quoted in the May 15 Business Wire story "Unisys Delivers First Models of Next-Generation ClearPath Mainframes Based on Intel Processors."
Van Grunsven Takes Over As Memorial Boys Basketball Coach
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Greg Van Grunsven was featured in the May 15 WEAU-TV story "Van Grunsven Takes Over As Memorial Boys Basketball Coach."
UWEC Student Group Raises Food Awareness
Paul Kaldjian, geography, and UW-Eau Claire student Dylan Thomas were quoted in the May 12 Leader-Telegram article "UWEC student group raises food awareness."
College Covenant Cost: $139 Million
Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, was quoted in the May 12 Leader-Telegram article "College covenant cost: $139 million."
Double the Degrees — Senior will Graduate in Packaging from UW-Stout Saturday — the Same Day her Mom will Receive her Master’s
UW-Eau Claire alumna Margaret Hartung was featured in the May 11 Leader-Telegram article "Double the degrees — Senior will graduate in packaging from UW-Stout Saturday — the same day her mom will receive her master’s."
Teaching is Dean's Passion — Rhoades has had Multiple Careers
Katherine Rhoades, Education and Human Sciences, was featured in the May 10 Leader-Telegram article "Teaching is dean's passion — Rhoades has had multiple careers." Larry Solberg, Education and Human Sciences was also quoted in this article.
E-mail Fuels Boycott: Experts Say Don't Believe the Hype
Thomas Kemp, economics, was quoted in the May 10 WEAU-TV story "E-mail Fuels Boycott: Experts Say Don't Believe the Hype."
Local Beekeepers Worried About Massive Die-Off
Kelly Murray, biology, was quoted in the May 7 WEAU-TV story "Local Beekeepers Worried About Massive Die-Off."
An 'Eberthian' Effort — Documentary Portrays Math Professor's Life
Asha Sen, English; Cynthia Gray, Foundations of Education; and UW-Eau Claire students Cassie Lawler and Elizabeth Wilson were quoted in the May 8 Leader-Telegram article "An 'Eberthian' effort — Documentary portrays math professor's life." The article was written about the documentary created as a tribute to former UW-Eau Claire mathematics professor Eberth Alarcón.
Eau Claire Faculty Heading to China
Lee-Ellen Kirkhorn, nursing; Beth Ernst, foreign languages; and Thomas Kemp, economics, were featured in the May 8 Badger Herald article "Eau Claire faculty heading to China." Karl Markgraf, International Education, and Sheila Smith, nursing, were also mentioned in the article.
University Fundraiser Gets New Position
Carole Halberg, president of the UW-Eau Claire Foundation and special assistant to the chancellor, was featured in the May 5 Leader-Telegram article "University fundraiser gets new position." Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was also mentioned in this article.
State Music Festival
Jeff Crowell, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the May 5 WEAU-TV story "State Music Festival."
Astronomy Day
Lauren Likkel, physics and astronomy, was quoted in the May 5 WEAU-TV story "Astronomy Day."
A Walk on the Wild Side — Sites Known for Spring Flowers
Joe Rohrer, biology, was quoted in the May 4 Leader-Telegram article "A walk on the wild side — Sites known for spring flowers."
Universities, CVTC Make Economic Push
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "Universities, CVTC make economic push."
Moving Project — The Big Read Energizes Residents
Nancy Wesenberg, News Bureau, was quoted in the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "Moving project — The Big Read energizes residents."
Doyle Vows to Ensure Safety on Campuses
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and UW-Eau Claire student Lindsey Frederickson were interviewed for the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "Doyle vows to ensure safety on campuses."
Teen's Volunteer Efforts Recognized
Kimamo Wahome, Upward Bound, was quoted in the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "Teen's volunteer efforts recognized."
'Much' in Love — UW-EC Bids 'Ado' to Shakespeare Comedy
Cheryl Starr, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Sarah Lanners, Aaron Loy, Ryan McDaniel and Michael DuPont were quoted in the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "'Much' in love — UW-EC bids 'Ado' to Shakespeare comedy."
Governor Speaks About Campus Safety
Governor Jim Doyle's visit to UW-Eau Claire was featured in the May 2 WEAU-TV story "Governor Speaks About Campus Safety."
Literary Fest may Stimulate Talk
Gloria Hochstein, English; Allyson Loomis, English; Jon Loomis, English; and UW-Eau Claire student Melissa Green were quoted in the May 1 Leader-Telegram article "Literary fest may stimulate talk."
Princeton Recognizes UW-Eau Claire Campus for Affordability
Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, and Kathleen Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, were quoted in the April 27 Badger Herald article "Princeton recognizes UW-Eau Claire campus for affordability."
Cyber bullies, a Growing Problem
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the April 27 KARE-TV story "Cyber bullies, a growing problem."
Texting Towards Trouble?
Martin Wood, English, and UW-Eau Claire student Jamie Holden were quoted in the April 26 WEAU-TV story "Texting Towards Trouble?"
UW-Eau Claire Senior Recognized For Participation in Jumpstart
UW-Eau Claire student Laura Goetsch was featured in the April 25 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Senior Recognized For Participation in Jumpstart."
Social Studies — A UW-Eau Claire-based Pilot Project Strives to Supply Participants With the Skills They Will Need at Work and Beyond the Classroom
Kristine Retherford, communication science and disorders; Angie Sterling-Orth, communication science and disorders; and UW-Eau Claire student Tiffany Leighton were quoted in the April 25 Leader-Telegram article "Social studies — A UW-Eau Claire-based pilot project strives to supply participants with the skills they will need at work and beyond the classroom."
Community Effort — Environmentalists Pushing for Sustainability
UW-Eau Claire student Tola Ekunsanmi was quoted in the April 25 Leader-Telegram article "Community effort — Environmentalists pushing for sustainability."
Haas' Warmth Showed — Chancellor's Wife Reached Out to All
Jean Crowe (emerita), biology, was quoted in the April 23 Leader-Telegram article "Haas' warmth showed — Chancellor's wife reached out to all." This article was written about Dorellen Haas, wife of former UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Leonard Haas.
Memory Lane — Student Runs Relay in Honor of High School Classmate
UW-Eau Claire student Alec Foss was quoted in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Memory Lane — Student runs relay in honor of high school classmate."
Speaker Warns About Coming Global Changes
David Orr, guest speaker at UW-Eau Claire's 65th season of The Forum, was featured in the April 20 Leader-Telegram article "Speaker warns about coming global changes."
Chamber of Commerce Holds Annual Meeting
Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, was mentioned in the April 18 Leader-Telegram article "Chamber of Commerce holds annual meeting."
Universities Examine Policies on Behavior
Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Student Development and Diversity, was quoted in the April 19 Leader-Telegram article "Universities examine policies on behavior."
Schliesmann to Present Nursing Research
UW-Eau Claire student Mary Schliesmann was featured in the April 18 Chippewa Herald article "Schliesmann to present nursing research." CeCelia Zorn, nursing systems, was quoted in the article and Lee Anna Rasar, music and theatre arts, was mentioned.
Virginia Tech Shooting Resonates on Wisconsin Campuses
David Sprick, University Police, was interviewed for the April 17 WSAW-TV story "Virginia Tech Shooting Resonates on Wisconsin Campuses."
Film Fest Features 41 Shows
UW-Eau Claire student John Nicksic was interviewed for the April 16 Leader-Telegram article "Film fest features 41 shows."
Women's Hall of Fame Celebrates the Nation's Most Revered Women
Teresa Sanislo, history, was mentioned in the article "Women's Hall of Fame celebrates the nation's most revered women" in the April 16 issue of The Ticker, a Baruch College student publication.
Augmenting Medicine
UW-Eau Claire student Julia Anderson was mentioned in the April 15 Leader-Telegram article "Augmenting medicine."
Credit-Worthy Efforts — Students Offer Tax Assistance
Lucretia Mattson, accounting and finance, and UW-Eau Claire students Adam Holtz and Blake Wery were quoted in the the April 14 Leader-Telegram article "Credit-Worthy efforts — Students offer tax assistance."
Good Journalism Keeps Leaders in Check
UW-Eau Claire's annual Devroy Forum was referred to in the April 13 (Alabama) Press-Register article "Good journalism keeps leaders in check."
Movies with Message — Progressive Film Festival Tackles Controversial Issues
Bob Nowlan, English, was quoted in the April 12 Leader-Telegram article "Movies with Message — Progressive Film Festival tackles controversial issues."
University Women's Group Still Strong After 90 Years
UW-Eau Claire student Laura Jones was quoted in the April 12 Leader-Telegram article "University women's group still strong after 90 years."
Tallant Named Permanent Provost
Steven Tallant, Academic Affairs, was featured in the April 10 Leader-Telegram articles "Tallant named permanent provost" and "After national search, UW-EC finds provost on its campus." Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in both articles, and Jim Oberly, history, was quoted in the second article.
Two Hawk Wrestlers Inducted into Iowa Hall of Fame
Don Parker, UW-Eau Claire's head wrestling coach, was mentioned in the April 10 Iowa City (Iowa) Press-Citizen article "Two Hawk wrestlers inducted into Iowa hall of fame." Parker was inducted into the Glen Brand Wrestling Hall of Fame of Iowa April 14 in Waterloo, Iowa.
Growing Club Program Has Improved Volleyball in The Area
Kim Wudi, Athletics, was quoted in the April 10 Leader-Telegram article "Growing club program has improved volleyball in the area."
States With Late Primaries To Suffer From Too Many Early Primaries?
Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the April 9 WEAU-TV story "States With Late Primaries To Suffer From Too Many Early Primaries?"
The eBay Way
Michael Wick, computer science, and UW-Eau Claire student Jeff Becklund were quoted in the April 9 WEAU-TV story "The eBay Way."
Favre Makes One Fan's Dream Come True — Cancer Patient From Somerset Gets a Huge Lift Hanging Out With His Green and Gold Heroes
UW-Eau Claire student Trevor Lippman was quoted in the April 9 Leader-Telegram article "Favre makes one fan's dream come true — Cancer patient from Somerset gets a huge lift hanging out with his Green and Gold heroes."
Kann, Johnson Families Win Big
UW-Eau Claire student Brent Kann was quoted in the April 8 Leader-Telegram article "Kann, Johnson families win big."
Area Sites Profiled in Book on Historic Home Museums
UW-Eau Claire alumna Krista Finstad Hanson and her new book were featured in the April 6 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "Area sites profiled in book on historic home museums."
Blugolds Battle Boredom
Leslie Huntington, UW-Eau Claire's head softball coach, and UW-Eau Claire student-athletes Rachel Paulus and Shannon Barone were interviewed for the April 4 WQOW-TV article "Blugolds Battle Boredom." Huntington and UW-Eau Claire student-athlete Mallory McKinney also were quoted in the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "Huntington has built the Blugolds into WIAC power." (No Web link available.)
Hindsight — UW-Eau Claire Drama 'Betrayal' Retraces Marriage's Unraveling
Terry Allen, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students CJ Krueger, Michael Evano and Melissa Briggs were quoted in the April 5 Leader-Telegram article "Hindsight — UW-Eau Claire drama 'Betrayal' retraces marriage's unraveling."
Training Days — Get Ready for Spring's Crop of 5K's With Advice From These Local Runners
Brian Falk, Athletics, was quoted in the April 4 Leader-Telegram article "Training days — Get ready for spring's crop of 5K's with advice from these local runners."
Joe Bee Xiong: A Remarkable Life
John Hildebrand, English, was quoted in the April 3 Leader-Telegram article "Joe Bee Xiong: A remarkable life."
Downtown Development
Brady Foust, geography and anthropolgy, was mentioned in the April 2 WEAU-TV story "Downtown Development."
Candidates Lacking but Problems Plentiful
Thomas Kemp, economics, was mentioned in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Candidates lacking but problems plentiful."
Fighting Off the Battlefield
Mickey Crothers, psychology, and UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Noeldner were quoted in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Fighting Off the Battlefield."
Presentations in Bolivia
Vicky Crane, sociology, gave two presentations about intimate relationships and marriage at the C.I.T.E. Paracaidista Military Base in Cochabamba, Bolivia, March 24. The presentations were covered by the local television news station. On March 27, Crane also was interviewed for a segment on the television station's morning program. She discussed a variety of topics, including her group's 20 years of humanitarian work in Cochabamba and the six dental clinics they established there; the importance and consequences of intimate relationships for the military and society; and the changes in Bolivia and the world in the past 20 years.
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Filling 3M Plant will be Challenging
Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the March 30 Leader-Telegram article "Filling 3M plant will be challenging."
Aged Hardwood — Mahogany Headlines Event's 40th Anniversary
Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, was interviewed for the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "Aged hardwood — Jazz vocalist Mahogany headlines event’s 40th anniversary."
Teacher Seeks Sign Standards — UW-EC Instructor Authors Book to Help Deaf Students
Angela Neff, Continuing Education, and UW-Eau Claire student Dustin Haugle were quoted in the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "Teacher seeks sign standards — UW-EC instructor authors book to help deaf students."
Frozen Treat — Kindergartner Sheds Walker for Day at Rink
Luke Strand, Athletics, was quoted in the March 28 Leader-Telegram article "Frozen treat — Kindergartner sheds walker for day at rink" and interviewed for the March 28 WEAU-TV story "Skating Through Obstacles."
UW-Eau Claire Researchers Find Surprising Results in Veggie Study
Eric Jamelske, economics, and UW-Eau Claire student John Rodgers were interviewed for the March 28 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Researchers Find Surprising Results in Veggie Study." The story highlighted research conducted by Jamelske and Lori Bica, psychology.
Dueling Views of the Past
James Oberly, history, was quoted in the March 26 Beloit Daily News article "Dueling views of the past."
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