Honors Program students conduct on-campus sustainability projects

Dr. Karen Mumford,  Watershed Institute, and students Alicia Swanson, Julian Feiedas, and Casey Bloechl are featured in the Dec. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Honors Program students conduct on-campus sustainability projects."
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Other top local stories of 2013: Hotel closing, dramatic rescues, lots of snow, UW campus leadership shuffles

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Dec. 29 LEader-Telegram story "Other top local stories of 2013: Hotel closing, dramatic rescues, lots of snow, UW campus leadership shuffles."
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Male athlete of the year

Junior Thurgood Dennis is featured in the Dec. 27 Leader-Telegrma story "Male athlete of the year: has four national titles."
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Volleyball MVP

Senior Kelly Schuh is profiled in the Dec. 26 Appleton Post Crescent "College Update."
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New CA Law: School Officials Can Punish Off-Campus Cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is interviewed in the Dec. 26 Capital Public Radio broadcast "New CA Law: School Officials Can Punish Off-Campus Cyberbullying."
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Teens who 'sext' don't dwell on consequences

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Dec. 19  Health Day story "Teens who 'sext' don't dwell on consequences." The story was reprinted by numerous other media, including  U.S. News and World Report, the New Jersey Herald, and MNS Healthy Living.
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Meet Barry: Broadway performer, a UWEC grad, writes album of original songs

Alumnus Barry Anderson is featured in the Dec. 19th Volume One story "Meet Barry: Broadway performer, a UWEC grad, writes album of original songs."
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H'Town Native Krause Named WIAC Athlete of the Week

Junior Joe Krause is featured in the  Dec. 16 Northlandnewscenter.com story "H'Town Native Krause Named WIAC Athlete of the Week."
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Address brain drain

Senior Karl Lepp has had a letter to the editor published in the Dec. 17 Leader-Telegram. See Voice of the People.
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Centennial Hall move-in to start December 27

WEAU-TV reports on Dec. 16 that the move-in to Centennial Hall will begin on Dec. 27. See full story.
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Nestle needs met by Blugolds

Dr. Michael Carney, chemistry, and several Blugold alumni are featured in the Dec. 15 Leader-Telegram story "Nestle needs met by Blugolds."
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Vice Chancellor David Gessner steps down after 32 years at UW-Eau Claire

David Gessner, budget adn finance, is featured in the Dec. 13 WEAU.com story "Vice Chancellor David Gessner steps down after 32 years at UW-Eau Claire."
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Bicyclists ride through winter

Dr. Bob Eierman, chemistry, is quoted in the Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Bicyclists ride through winter."
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Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is mentioned in the Dec. 11 Huffington Post article "Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound."
 
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Program compiles neighbors’ compost for UW-EC gardens

Senior Jacob Zinn is featured and Greg Nelson, student office of sustainability is quoted in the Dec. 11 Leader-Telegram story "Program compiles neighbors’ compost for UW-EC gardens."
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Frac Sand Mining Citizen's Summit to be held Jan. 18 in Winona

Dr. Cripsin Pierce, environmental health, is mentioned in the Dec. 11 WinonaDailyNews.com sotry "Frac Sand Mining Citizen's Summit to be held Jan. 18 in Winona."
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Korea experience sparks Lisa LaBeau's desire to keep traveling

Alumna Lisa LeBeau is featured in the Dec. 11 Hudson Observer story "Korea experience sparks Lisa LaBeau's desire to keep traveling."
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Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Dec. 11 Huffinton Post column "Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound."
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JAMF Software lands $30M investor

JAMF co-founders and alumni Zach Halmstad and Chip Pearson are featured in several media stories about JAMF Software.
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Luke Kempen named Interim Director of Small Business Development Center

Luke Kempen is featured in the Dec. 9 article from technology publication TMCnet.com titled "Luke Kempen named Interim Director of Small Business Development Center."
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'Far Away' play looks at world of war

UW-Eau Claire students Cassie Kohrs, Laura Schlichting and Seth Hale, along with Jennifer Chapman, music adn theatre arts, are featured in the Dec. 8 Leader-Telegram story "'Far Away' play looks at world of war."
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UW-Eau Claire student enters beard-growing contests

Sophomore Eric Schreiner is featured in the Dec. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire student enters beard-growing contests."
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Momentum building for Hmong Studies program at UWEC

Dr. Ari Anand, political science, and senior Ong Xiong are featured in the Dec. 6 WQOW-TV story "Momentum building for Hmong Studies program at UWEC."
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Local professor reflrcts on Mandela's passing

Dr. Nickolas Smiar, professor emeritus of social work, is featured in the Dec. 5 story from WQOW-TV  "Local professor reflects on Mandela's passing."
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Building the Song: old tunes find new life with help of basement studio

Alumnus Greg Adams is featured in the Dec. 5 Volume One story "Building the Song: old tunes find new life with help of basement studio."
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A Referendum and a Rally: Action on Confluence Project heat up

Chancellor James Schmidt and the Blugold Marching Band are mentioned in the Dec. 5 Volume One article "A Referendum and a Rally."
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Partners in Iron: Engaged UW-EC students share love for each other, Ironman triathlon

Seniors Deana Petersen and Anthony Jaglielo are featured in the Nov. 30 Leader-Telegram article titled "Partners in Iron: Engaged UW-EC students share love for each other, Ironman triathlon.
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Giving Tuesday comes to the Chippewa Valley

Sophomore Shannen Wisniewski is interviewed in the Dec. 3 WEAU story "Giving Tuesday comes to the ChippewaValley."
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Confluence Project Pep Rally

The Blugold Marching band is featured in the Nov. 26 WEAU-TV report "Confluence Project Pep Rally."
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UW-Eau Claire food drive brings in nearly 5,000 lbs. in donations

Blugold Dining is celebrating the most successful food drive ever on campus. See full story from WEAU-TV.
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Keiser takes first in collegiate sales competition

Senior Kelsey Keiser is featured in the Nov. 27 Sauk Prairie Eagle article "Keiser takes first in collegiate sales competition."
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John Raymond in Minnesota: Two gigs, two ensembles Nov 25 and 30

Music alumnus John Raymond is featured in the Nov. 25 story from JazzPolice.com titled "John Raymond in Minnesota: Two gigs, two ensembles Nov 25 and 30."
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UW-Eau Claire students take a stand against cancer

Senior Justin Young was featured in the Nov. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students take a stand against cancer."
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Hounds Before Lions starting to see success

UW-Eau Claire music students Sam Clark, Rick Haneman and Andrew Bocher are featured in the Nov. 25 Leader-Telegram story "Hounds Before Lions starting to see success."
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Two men with local ties uncover shipwrecks

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jerry Eliason is featured in the Nov. 23 Leader-Telegram story "Two men with local ties uncover shipwrecks."
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UW-Eau Claire ranked high for veterans

The Wisconsin Daily Independent reported on Nov. 22 that UW-Eau Claire has been named  one of the top public colleges and universities in the Midwest for veterans. See full story.
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Alumnus wins high school vocal director award

UW-Eau Claire alumus Lin Warren is featured in the Nov. 22 Star Tribune story "Hastings High School's vocal director wins statewide award."
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Written on the Water: poet's debut collection has elemental inspirations

Wisconsin Poet Laureate Max Garland, English, is mentioned in the Nov. 21 Volume One story "Written on the Water."
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Professor to sign book

Dr. Katherine Schneider, senior psychologist emerita, is featured in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram main evetns item "Professor to sign book."
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Nature bites back in the Philippines

Dr. Tarique Niazi, sociology, has published an article in the Nov. 20 blog Down to Earth titled "Nature bites back in the the Philippines."
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Donnellan earns WIAC weekly honor

Senior David Donnellan, men's hockey, is mentioned in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram sports update.
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UWEC named 'Bike Friendly' university

A national bicycling association has recognized the Univeristy of Wisconsin-Eau Claire as a "Bicycle Friendly" university. See Nov. 19 WEAU story for details.
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UW-EC program helps crossing cultures

Brazilian student Eduardo Nascimento and Karl Markgraf, center for international education, are featured in the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC program helps crossing cultures."
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UW-Eau Claire wins scholarship at race

Junior Aaron Telitz is featured in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire wins scholarship at race." WEAU-TV also covered the story on Nov. 18.
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Typhoon Haiyan's effects hit close to home for UWEC student

UW-Eau Claire student Catherine Manolo is featured in the Nov. 14 WQOW story "Typhoon Haiyan's effects hit close to home for UWEC student."
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Region's colleges prep students for food careers

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is quoted in the Chippewa Valley Business Report article titled "Region's colleges prep students for food careers."
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University receives grant focusing on mining industry

Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, is featured in the Nov. 13 WEAU-TV story "University receives grant focusing on mining industry."
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UWEC students create new Altoona Triad group

UW-Eau Claire students Brock Rizzo and Sou Lee are featured in the Nov. 13 WEAU-TV story "UWEC students create new Altoona Triad group."
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More international students walking UW halls

Dr. Karl Markgraf, international education, is quoted in the Nov. 12 Leader-Telegram article "More international students walking UW halls." WQOW-TV also covered the story in the Nov. 13 story "Universities see increase in international students."
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UW-Eau Claire receives grant

Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, is featured in the Nov. 10 story "UW-Eau Claire receives grant."
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James Schmidt becomes official with inauguration as university's eighth leader

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire chancellor: James Schmidt becomes official with inauguration as university's eighth leader." See additional coverage from WEAU-TV.
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Blugolds men's hockey to unveil championship banner before season opener

Coach Matt Loen and senior David Donnellan are featured in the Nov. 7 WEAU-TV story "Blugolds men's hockey to unveil championship banner before season opener." For subsequent story of unveling, see Nov. 8 WEAU-TV.
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Mentoring program targets young lives

Sophomore Evan Henwood is featured in the Nov. 8 Leader-Telegram story "Mentoring program targets young lives."
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American Indian Heritage Month

American Indian Heritage Month at UW-Eau Claire is detailed in the Nov. 8 post from AmericanTowns.com.
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UW-Eau Claire to offer students free nicotine patches

UW-Eau Claire Student Health Services is featured in the Nov. 7 WXOW.com story "UW-Eau Claire to offer students free nicotine patches."
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Campus mall project nears completion

Construction progress on Centiannial Hall and the campus mall are featured in the Nov. 7 WEAU-TV sotry "UW-Eau Claire's campus mall project nears completion."
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Still Life Unbound

Retired UW-Eau Claire lecturer Barbara Shafer, art and design, is featured in the Nov. 7 Volume One story "Still Life Unbound."
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Know Your Madisonian: Joe Muellenberg

Alumnus Joe Muellenberg is featured in the Nov. 7 Wisconsin State Journal story "Know Your Madisonian: Joe Muellenberg."
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Legislation targets social media password protection

Dr. Maureen Schriner, communication and journalism, is featured in the Nov. 5 WQOW-TV story "Legislation targets social media password protection."
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'Frac Sand' Mining Boom: Health Hazard Feared, but Lawmakers Aim to Ease Regulation

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental health, is featured in the Nov. 5 story from Inside Climate News titled "'Frac Sand' Mining Boom: Health Hazard Feared, but Lawmakers Aim to Ease Regulation."
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Walsh named superintendent of the year

Alumnus Dr. Ron Walsh is featured in the Nov. 5 Dunn County News article "Walsh named superintendent of the year."
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In Person: David Franks

Dr. David Franks, professsor emeritus of psychology, is featured in the WQOW-TV story "In Person: David Franks."
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Inmates, kids challenged to keep family connected

Tammy Bednar, psychology, is quoted in the Oct. 4 WEAU-TV story "Inmates, kids challenged to keep family connected ."
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Gillman named WIAC tennis player of the year

Senior Katie Gillman has been named WIAC tennis player of the year. See Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram for details.
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Criminal Case Puts Focus on Bullying Laws

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Nov. 4 HuffintonPost.com story "Criminal Case Puts Focus on Bullying Laws."
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Criminal case puts focus on bullying laws

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in a story reprinted in the Nov. 4 Huffington Post titled "Criminal case puts focus on bullying laws."
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Program aims to better link UW System, state economy

UW-Eau Claire is featured in the Nov. 2 Journal Sentinel Business Commentary titled "Program aims to better link UW System, state economy."
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Builders question need for expensive data network replacement

Chip Eckardt, learning and technology services, is featured in the Nov. 2 Leader-Telegram story "Builders question need for expensive data network replacement."
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UW-Eau Claire aids in Karner blue butterfly habitat restoration

Dr. Paula Kleintjes Neff, biology, is featured in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire aids in Karner blue butterfly habitat restoration."
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USA Today: 5 colleges that offer scholarships for single parents

UW-Eau Claire is featured in the Nov. 3 article in USA Today titled "5 colleges that offer scholarships for single parents."
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Caught in the Web

Alumnus Benjamin Klema is featured in the Nov. 4 Volume One story "Caught in the Web."
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Ho-Chunk nation, UW-EC sign historic agreement

Katherine Rhoades, dean emerita of the College of Education and Human Sciences and chair of the Priory Development Task Force, is quoted in the Oct. 31 Jackson County Chronicle story "Ho-Chunk nation, UW-EC sign historic agreement." A photo including Chancellor James Schmidt also is included with the story.
 
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UW-Eau Claire jazz bands to battle in swinging style

Bob Baca, music, and senior Graham Pollack, are featured in the Oct. 31 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire jazz bands to battle in swinging style."
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Questions over whether certain costumes are age appropriate for kids

Scott Swanson, marketing, is featured in the Oct. 31 WEAU-TV story "Questions over whether certain costumes are age appropriate for kids ."
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Defending D-III men's champs Wisconsin-Eau Claire picked to win WIAC

The Oct. 30 Leader-Telegram shows that Blugold men's hockey has been ranked #1 in  the USCHO pre-season poll.
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Unwelcome Experiment: Neighbors of Frac Sand Mine Wait for Someone To Monitor Toxins

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is quoted in the Oct. 30 story from Mint Press News titled "Unwelcome Experiment: Neighbors of Frac Sand Mine Wait for Someone To Monitor Toxins."
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Two Blugolds awarded WIAC athlete of the week

Sophomore Sara Axness and senior Lauren Sutherland have been named WIAC athletes of the week. See Oct. 29 Leader-Telegram for details.
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Blugold's Engler is WIAC player of the year

Junior Kate Engler was named WIAC women's golfer of the year. See details in the Oct. 29 Leader-Telegram.
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Bullying on the latest social media sites for teens worries parents

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Oct. 29 freenewspos.com story "Bullying on the latest social media sites for teens worries parents."
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Program aims to help students lower their energy costs

Greg Nelson, office of sustainability, is featured in the Oct. 28 WQOW-TV story "Program aims to help students lower their energy costs."
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Riley off and running for Blugolds

Senior Jami Riley is featured in the Oct. 26 Fairmont Sentinel story "Riley off and running for Blugolds."
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Gift to UW-EC supports health care students

Dr. Julie Anderson, biology, and Kim Way, Foundation, are featured in the Oct. 27 Leader-Telegram article titled "Gift to UW-EC supports health care students." Alumnus Dr. William Klish is also featured.
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Desire for adventure takes couple from Eau Claire to ends of the Earth

Alumni Dan and Alissa Monfre are featured in the Oct. 26 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Desire for adventure takes couple from Eau Claire to ends of the Earth."
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UW-EC students benefit from Putnam Park

Dr.'s Doug Faulkner and Garry Running, geography and anthropology, are featured in the Oct. 27 Leader-Telegram article titled "UW-EC students benefit from Putnam Park."
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Cultural Bash: International fair showcases 33 countries or regions around the world

Senior Seama Rezai and international students Samara Guitan and Fabian Araneda are featured in the Oct. 27 Leader-Telegram story "Cultural Bash: International fair showcases 33 countries or regions around the world."  WEAU-TV and WQOW-TV also covered the event.
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Climate, capital and conflict

Dr. Tarique Niazi, sociology, has an Oct. 25 post in the blog Down To Earth titled "Climate, capital and conflict."
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UWEC International Folk Fair celebrates 31 years

Sophomore Catherine Manlolo is quoted in the Oct. 27 WQOW story "UWEC International Folk Fair celebrates 31 years."
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Meet the New Bosses

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in an interview frmo the Oct. 24 Volume One magazine titled "Meet the New Bosses", which profiles three new public sector leaders in Eau Claire.
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Charges in Rebecca Sedwick's suicide suggest a 'tipping point' in bullying cases

CNN International features Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, in the Oct. 25 story "Charges in Rebecca Sedwick's suicide suggest a 'tipping point' in bullying cases."  Patchin's research is also highlighted in "10 things Twitter won't tell you," from Morningstar.com.
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On the Cover

Artwork from UW-Eau Claire junior Brendon McKenna is seen on this month's cover of Volume One magazine. See story.
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Biologist AssistsFarmland Owners with Pollonator Habitats

Dr. Paula Kleintjes Neff, biology,  is featured in an Oct. 25 story from the Wisconsin Ag Connection called "Biologist AssistsFarmland Owners with Pollinator Habitats."
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Free Flow: Hounds Before Lions tweak their sound for new album

UW-Eau Claire music students Sam Clark, Andrew Bocher and Rick Haneman are featured in the Oct. 24 Volume One story "Free Flow: Hounds Before Lions tweak their sound for new album."
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Sides voice opinions as Supreme Court reviews domestic partnership benefits

Christopher Jorgenson, LGBTQ Resource Center, is featured in the Oct. 24 WQOW story "Sides voice opinions as Supreme Court reviews domestic partnership benefits."
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Sand Mining Health Effects: 'What We Need Is Monitoring'

Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, was quoted in the Oct. 7 Wisconsin Public Radio story "Sand Mining Health Effects: 'What We Need Is Monitoring.'"
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UW-Eau Claire grad returns to town for wrestling show

 Alumnus Ryan Bucki returns to Eau Claire as a professional wrestler for a show on Saturday, Oct. 26. See details.
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Speaker seeks to dispel myths about feminism

Feminist author Jessica Valenti addressed a crowd in Schofield Auditorium as part of the 72nd annual Forum Series on Wednesday, Oct. 23. See full story from the Leader-Telegram.
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Athlete of the Month

Sophomore Ryan Mugan, men's cross country, has been named the Blugold Athlete of the Month. See story on Sheboygan Press Online.
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Council gives $5M thumbs up to Confluence Project arts center

The Eau Claire City Council has voted to pledge $5M to the Confluence Project. See Leader-Telegram and Volume One coverage of this development.
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The problem with the term 'cyberbullying'

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Toronto Globe and Mail story titled "The problem with the term 'cyberbullying.'"
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Supporters, critics weigh in on proposal

Max Garland, English, and sophomore Paul Savides are quoted in the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Supporters,critics weigh in on proposal."
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City hears public discussion on Confluence Project pledge

Jacob Wrasse, Student Senate, is featured in the Oct. 21 WEAU-TV story "City hears public discussion on Confluence Project pledge"
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Student Health Service Center celebrates 75 years

UW-Eau Claire’s Student Health Service is featured in the Oct. 21 WQOW-TV story ”Student Health Service Center celebrates 75 years.”
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College Volleyball: Blugold senior racking up huge kill numbers

Senior Kelly Schuh is featured in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "College Volleyball: Blugold senior racking up huge kill numbers." Coach Kim Wudi is also quoted in the story.
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Inspiring author comes to town

The Leader-Telegram reports that feminist writer Jessica Valenti will be speaking at UW-Eau Claire as part of The Forum series this Wednesday, Oct. 23. See details.
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Training helps teachers bring classrooms alive

Dr. James Oberly and Dr. Patricia Turner, history, are quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram story "Training helps teachers bring classrooms alive."
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Indie rock band members perform with passion

Alumnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir performed sold-out shows Oct. 19 and 20 at UW-Eau Claire's Schofield Auditorium. See full story in the Oct. 21 Leader-Telegram.
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Astronomy Update: Extraterrestrial life can be tiny

Dr. Lauren Likkel, physics and astronomy, has compiled the most recent installment of "Astronomy Update," found in the Oct. 19 edition of the Leader-Telegram.
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Ticks bearing Lyme disease rampant in Wisconsin

Recent faculty/student research conducted by Dr. Lloyd Turtinen, biology, is featured in the Oct. 17 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story "Ticks bearing Lyme disease rampant in Wisconsin," and Turtinen was interviewed Oct. 18 on the Wisconsin Public Radio show "Central Time." The research also is featured in a story from the Associated Press carried by numerous media outlets, including the following:
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Perry talks about the importance of place in his writing

Alumnus Michael Perry and Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology, are featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Perry talks about the importance of place in his writing."
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Wisconisn Democrats pitch 'Higher Ed, Lower Debt' student loan relief bill

Alumnus Sara Graves is quoted in the Oct. 17 Capital Times story "Wisconisn Democrats pitch 'Higher Ed, Lower Debt' student loan relief bill."
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Minors attempting to buy alcohol in Wisconsin could face a steep penalty

Jake Wrasse, Student Senate, is featured in a Oct. 17 WQOW story discussing the "Brown Jug Bill" and the possible impact on students. See full report.
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UW-EC graduate composes music for local concert

Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, and alumnus Andy Neesley are featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram story "A tune of his own: UW-EC graduate composes music for local concert."
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Cyberbullying expert Patchin in the news following arrests in Florida suicide

Justin Patchin, political science faculty member and internationally known expert on cyberbullying issues, has been interviewed by numerous national and international media following the recent news story about the arrests of two Florida girls, ages 12 and 14, accused of bullying another 12-year-old girl until she committed suicide. Patchin was quoted in the following news stories stemming from the Florida case:
Patchin also was interviewed for an Oct. 16 Student Press Law Center story about proposed anti-bullying legislation in Wisconsin, "Wisconsin legislators consider anti-bullying bill banning 'annoying' speech."

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Making politics exciting in the classroom

Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, and senior Antonia Cadwell are featured in the Oct. 16 WEAU-TV story "Making politics exciting in the classroom."
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Homecoming celebration tame compared to years past

Both the Leader-Telegram and WQOW report that arrests and citations were down significantly over this year's UW-Eau Claire Homecoming weekend.
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Shutdown impact on G.I.Bill funding

Miranda Cross-Schindler, Registrar's Office, and UW-Eau Claire student Shanyn Ambrozaitis are featured in the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Shutdown impact on G.I. Bill funding."
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A new take on classical

The trio Chiaroscuro, featuring Drs. Elizabeth and Aurélien Pétillot, music and theater arts, was the subject of the Oct. 13 HispanicBusiness.com article "A new take on classical."
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Today's technology not the problem when it comes to cyberbullying

Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Oct. 11 Illinois Journal Gazette & Times-Courier article "Speaker: Today’s technology not the problem when it comes to bullying."
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Teenagers share faith on the field

UW-Eau Claire students Olivia Gallager and Luke Zwiener were pictured in the Oct. 11 Leader-Telegram story "Teenagers share faith on the field."
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Shooting to Win

UW-Eau Claire photographer Rick Mickelson, Learning and Technology Services, was featured in the Oct. 10 Volume One story "Shooting to Win." See related news release.
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UW-Eau Claire grad puts together 'sound installation' project

Alumnus Davy Sumner was featured in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire grad puts together 'sound installation' project." The project also was the subject of the Oct. 10 Volume One story "Hear in There."
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Education fair helps students sift through all of the options

Jason Mathwig, admissions, and Becky Lasure, financial aid, are featured in the Oct. 8 WEAU-TV story "Education fair helps students sift through all of the options."
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Henderson earns WIAC honor

Sophomore Caroline Henderson has been named the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) women's soccer player of the week. See story from Duluth Northland News.
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Alumnus receives teaching excellence award

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Valerie Mumm-Jansen, world language professor at UW-Fond du Lac, as been awarded the 2013 UW Colleges Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching for Faculty. See full story.
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More than 500 petition Eau Claire to allow beekeeping

Alumni Drew Kaiser and Ellen Sorenson are quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "More than 500 people petition Eau Claire to allow beekeping." The same story ran in the Oct. 9 Pioneer Press online and was covered by WEAU-TV.
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UW-Eau Claire senior is semifinalist for national scholar-athlete award

Senior Nick Hirsh is one of 170 nominiees from across the country for the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete Award. See full story.
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Frac sand health fears rise as mining booms in Wisconsin

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, and Dr. Kent Syverson, geology are quoted in the Appleton Post Crescent online story titled "Frac sand health fears rise as mining booms in Wisconsin."   The same story appears in the Oct. 7 Chippewa Herald.
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Joe Ziemer: Years have been kind to Eaves, Blugolds, Hobbs

Former Blugold men's hockey coach Mike Eaves, is featured in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram story "Joe Ziemer: Years have been kind to Eaves, Blugolds, Hobbs."
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Transit group changes proposed

The Eau Claire Tansit Commission is considering expanding in order to create a seat for a UW-Eau Claire student representative. Appromiatley a third of city bus riders are students, and this ridership is currently unrepresented on the commission. See Leader-Telegram story.
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UW-EC homecoming: Rowdy partying a thing of past

Lt. Jay Dobson, University police, is quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC homecoming: Rowdy partying a thing of the past."
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Planned UW-EC volunteer program designed to keep inebriated students out of the Chippewa River

UW-Eau Claire students Sarah Tyrell, Lauren Stinson and Naomi Robinson are quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram story titled "Planned UW-EC volunteer program designed to kepp inebreated students out of the Chippewa River." Dr. Beth Hellwig, student affairs, is also quoted in the story.
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Athletes Away: Mugan helps UWEC CC team

The Sheboygan Press features sophomore Ryan Mugan in the Oct. 2  story "Athletes Away: Mugan helps UWEC CC team."
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UW-EC grad searching for clues about human evolution in Africa

Alumnus Sarah Ivory is featured in the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC grad searching for clues about human evolution in Africa."
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Cyberbullying expert visits WDP schools

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, will be speaking at West De Pere High School tonight, Oct. 3. See details.
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Max Garland to read from poetry collection at festival

The Reedsburg Times-Press reports that Wisconsin Poet Laureate Max Garland, English, will read his poetry and discuss the importance of poetry at the Fermentation Fest on Oct. 5. See details.
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UW-EC professor renowned for study of sexuality

Professor emeritus Dr. J. Kenneth Davidson Sr., sociology, and his groundbreaking research of human sexuality are the subject of a Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram story titled "UW-EC professor renowned for study of sexuality." Davidson passed away on Sept. 1 in Texas.
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Students map futures at UW-EC career event

UW-Eau Claire alumni Jeff Staffe, David Meica and Kyle Edgar are featured in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Look Ahead: Students map futures at UW-EC career event."
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UW-Eau Claire student excels in computer science competition

Travis Boettcher is featured in a story from the website Contact Center Solutions Industry News, regarding his recent win at a computer science programming competition. See full story.
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Volcano Choir gives Pabst a phenominal night of music

Alumnnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir are featured in the Sept. 29 review from the Milwukee Journal Sentinal.
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Longtime financial adviser Connie Chumas retires

John Bachmeier, alumni relations, is quoted in the Sept. 28 Leader-Telegram article titled "Longtime financial adviser Connie Chumas retires." Chumas was the 2001 recipient of the Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award. See related news release.
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Father-daughter combo head into their final chapter

Former UW-Eau Claire women's tennis coach Tom Gillman and his daughter, senior Katie Gillman, are the subject of an article from the Sept. 26 Red Wing Republican Eagle titled "Father-daughter combo head into their final chapter."
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Retired professor keeps musical passion alive

Paul Kosower (emeritus), music and theatre arts, is featured in the Sept. 26 Leader-Telegram story "Retired professor keeps musical passion alive."
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Marching to a New Beat: Blugold Marching Band set to perform chart-toppers this season

Dr. Randal Dickerson, music and theatre arts, is featured in the Sept. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Marching to a New Beat: Blugold Marching Band set to perform chart-toppers this season."
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Research shows uptick of Lyme disease in Chippewa Valley

Student researcher Alyssa Kruger and biology professor Dr. Lloyd Turtinen are featured in the Sept. 25 WQOW story "Research shows uptick of Lyme Disease in the valley."
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Cause of Water Street fire that killed two students remains unknown

The Leader-Telegram reports on Sept. 25 the cause of the Water St. fire that claimed the lives of UW-Eau Claire students Ross Livermore and Jacob Clarkson remains unknown. Read full story.
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Challenges ahead for expanding Elgin Harvest Market

Sophomore Zoe Clemmons is featured in the Sept. 24 story from the Chicago Sun-Times titled "Challenges ahead for expanding Elgin Harvest Market," in which Clemmons discusses her marketing and sustainability research of the seasonal outdoor Harvest Market in Elgin, Ill.
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Biology researchers study deer ticks and the bacteria that causes Lyme disease

Dr. Lloyd Turtinen, biology, and his students Madeline Hacker ('12) and Alyssa Kruger are featured in an article from the Sept. 24 Sawyer County Record titled "Biology researchers study deer ticks and the bacteria that causes Lyme disease."
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UW-Eau Claire & Ho-Chunk Nation 'Living and Learning' together

Chancellor James Schmidt and the President of the Ho-Chunk Nation have signed a memorandum of intent to collaborate in various educational opportunities, including a living and learning community at the Priory. See the following coverage of this event:

WEAU-TV: UW-Eau Claire & Ho-Chunk Nation 'Living and Learning' together
Leader-Telegram: UW-EC, Ho-Chunk Nation sign deal to pursue collaboration
Milwaukee BizTimes: UW-Eau Claire and Ho-Chunk Nation sign deal to pursue collaboration
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The Legacy of F. Scott Fitzgerald

Sept. 24 is the birthday of F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Dr. Joel Pace, English, was featured in a broadcast celebration of the famous author on 90.3 KFAI-Minneapolis/St. Paul. Listen to the archived broadcast.
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20 under 40 Q&A: Amanda Bruce

UW-Eau Claire molecular biology grad Amanda Bruce is featured in the Sept. 19 Duluth News Tribune in a Q&A about her career as a veterinarian. See full column.
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UWEC and food bank bring hunger awareness to Eau Claire

Dr. Mary Canales, nursing, was interviewed by WEAU-TV about the screening of the film "A Place at the Table" on Sept. 23 at Davies Center. Watch the video.
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Vernon, JAMF founder trumpet support for Confluence Project

Chancellor James Schmidt, along with alumni Justin Vernon and Zach Halmstad, held a press conference at Volume One on Sept. 19 to discuss their support of the Confluence Project in downtown Eau Claire.
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Astronomy Update: Eau Claire Planet Walk informs, entertains

Alumna Laura Michaelson has contributed the most recent Astronomy Update to the Sept 20 Leader-Telegram, titled "Eau Claire Planet Walk informs, entertains."
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Life story: Morgan one of Blugolds' best

Blugold Hall of Famer Bob Morgan is featured in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram story "Life story: Morgan one of Blugolds' best." Morgan passed away last week at the age of 81.
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Speaker to Address Human Rights

Dr. Sanjukta Chaudhuri, economics, is featured in the Racine Journal Times in the Sept. 21 story about her upcoming speaking appearance at the Oct. 5 meeting of the AMerican Association of University Women. Read more about her presentation, "A Life Course Model of Human Rights Realization, Female Ampowerment and Gender Inequality in India." 
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Helping with Hunger

Mary Canales, nursing, is featured in the  Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram story titled "Hunger Strikes Home" and the Sept. 12 Volume One article "Helping with Hunger." Canales discusses her research about hunger in the Chippewa Valley and the upcoming film screening at UW-Eau Claire of the documentary "A Place at the Table," which highlights the struggles of 50 million Americans facing hunger.
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Sonoma State University project surveys residents on climate change opinion

Eric Jamelske, economics, is featured in the Sept. 19 story from the Sonoma Press Democrat titled "Sonoma State University project surveys residents on climate change opinion."
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UW-Eau Claire alum writes novel about life in Colombia

2001 graduate Alan Grostephan is featured in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram piece "Life Changing Course: UW-Eau Claire alum writes novel about life in Colombia."  Grostephan and fellow alumni Darci Schummer and Jillian Phillips will present a reading at UW-Eau Claire on Sept. 25. See related calendar posting.
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Local historian Frank Smoot to work at museum on West Coast

UW-Eau Claire alumnus and reknowned storyteller Frank Smoot is featured in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Local historian Frank Smoot to work at museum on West Coast."
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UWEC's job board connects campus and community through jobs for students

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, and student Katie Leloenek are featured in the Sept. 17 WEAU-TV story "UWEC's job board connects campus and community through jobs for students."
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On the Cover

Senior illustration major Katie Jelich is featured in the "On the Cover" story from Volume One on Sept. 12, describing her cover art for this edition of the magazine.
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UW-EC among leading schools

The Leader-Telegram reports on Sept. 15 that UW-Eau Claire was recently recongnized by two organizations for providing studnets with a high-quality education at an affordable cost. See details.
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California school district monitors kids' social media for cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in a Sept. 15 story from Southern California Public Radio, 89.3 KPCC, about cybercullying. See story.
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Citizen summit gathers to find way to improve Eau Claire

Senoir Drew Gintner is quoted in the Sept. 12 WQOW-TV story "Citizen summit gathers to find ways to improve Eau Claire."
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High-tech sector remains healthy in Chippewa Valley

Alumnus Zach Halmstad and JAMF Software are profiled in the Sept. 15 HispanicBusiness.com article "High-tech sector remains healthy in Chippewa Valley."
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UW-Eau Claire assistant professor receives $750,000 grant

Dr. Matt Jewell, materials science center, as been awarded a 5-year $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. See full story from WEAU-TV.
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Cuba on the Big Screen

Dr. Manuel Fernández, foreign languages, and professor emeritus of English, Michael Hilger, are featured in the Sept. 12 Volume One story "Cuba on the Big Screen." The piece highights a Cuban film fest hosted by the L.E.  Phillips Memorial Public Library.
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Turning tables on food insecurity in the Chippewa Valley

UW-Eau Claire students Drew Hagen and Renee Papesh are featured in the Sept. 11 report from WQOW-TV titled "Turning tables on food insecurity in the Chippewa Valley."
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Darkness and Light: trio shows classical musics's contemporary colors

The Chiaroscuro Trio, made up of music faculty members Aurélien Pétillot, Elizabeth Pétillot and Yuko Kato (of Southern Illinois University Carbondale), is featured in the Sept. 12 Volume One story "Darkness and Light: trio shows classical musics's contemporary colors."
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Alumnus appears on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir were musical guests on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon Sept. 10. Watch prefromance here.
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UWEC makes best colleges report

WEAU-TV reported Sept. 10 that UW-Eau Claire has made the latest US. News and World Report magazine's list of best colleges, tying for fifth place among midwest pubic universities. See full report.
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Fear of airstrike brings Syrians to table, UW-EC professor says

Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was interviewed for an article in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram titled "Fear of airstrike brings Syrians to table, UW-EC professor says."
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Chancellor James Schmidt to be a guest on public radio Sept. 16

Chancellor James Schmidt will be a guest of Rich Kremer's on The West Side on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. on 88.3 WHWC-FM/Menomonie-Eau Claire. Listen to live or archived program.
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'UW Meets EC' gives underclassmen a look at downtown Eau Claire

Julia Diggins, orientation, is featured in the Sept. 7 WQOW-TV story " 'UW Meets EC' gives underclassmen a look at downtown Eau Claire."
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Video conference marks start of UW System president search and screen process

Jake Wrasse, student senate, is quoted in the Sept. 9 article from The Badger Herald titled "Video conference marks start of UW System president search and screen process."
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UW-EC assistant professor receives federal grant

Dr. Matt Jewell, materials science center, and student Jason Luhmann are featured in the Sept. 8 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC assistant prof receives federal grant."
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Chancellor Schmidt speaks about UW-Eau Claire's future

Chancellor James Schmidt was interviewd by WEAU-TV 13 on Sept. 3. Watch full interview here.
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UW-Eau Claire storytellers prepare for the Chippewa Valley Storytelling Festival

Rob Reid, education studies, and August Rubrecht, professor emeritus of English, were interviewd by WQOW Daybreak on Sept. 2. Watch full interview here. The two will also be guests of Al Ross on Spectrum West on 88.3 WHWC-FM/ Menomonie-Eau Claire on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 10:00am. Listen to live or archived show here.
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Justin Vernon going back to Alma Mater for upcoming gig

Hollywood.com reported on Sep. 3 that Justin Vernon will be returning to UW-Eau Claire to perform. See full story and quotes from Vernon.
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Alumnus Kia Kraft coaches Menomonie swim team

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kia Kraft has been named head coach for Menomonie High School girls swimming and diving team. Read full story. Kraft swam for the Blugolds from 2004-2007.
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UW-EC construction to continue through spring semester

Junior Matt Krochmalski and junior Ashley Huberty are quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC construction to continue through spring semester." Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is also quoted in the article.
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Buckshot Run: Easker leaves everyone in dust to take 5-mile

UW-Eau Claire All -American runner Aaron Easker easily won the 5-mile race of the Buckshot Run on August 31. See full coverage from Leader-Telegram.
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Former St. Bede's is buzzing

Courtenay O'Neil, Children's Nature Academy, and students Melissa Seidel and Alexis Pingel are quoted in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram story "Former St. Bede's hosts Nature Academy."
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UW-EC students call The Priory home

Seniors Megan Woldt and David Pierce, and sophomore Maya Anderson are featured in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students call The Priory home." Quincy Chapman, housing and residence life, is also quoted in the story.
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College students, with parents' help, move into dorms

UW-Eau Claire students John Reuter, Shannon Wuensch, and Brady Skifstad are featured in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article titled "College students, with parents' help, move into dorms."
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Top Tale Tellers

Rob Reid, education studies, is featured in an Aug. 29 story from Volume One titled "Top Tale Tellers." The piece profiles the upcoming Storytelling Festival held at UW-Eau Claire Sept. 13-14.
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UWEC Chancellor Would Like to Ask You Something

Chancellor James Schmidt is featsured in an Aug. 29 article from Volume One titled "UWEC Chancellor Would Like to Ask You Something."
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New UW-EC dean from UW-Oshkosh

Dr. Joseph Abhold, dean of students, is featured in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram article "New UW-EC dean from UW-Oshkosh."
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Seven to join Blugold Hall of Fame

Two coaches and five athletes will  join the Blugold Hall of Fame at an induction ceremony on Sept. 28. See full story in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram and related athletics release.
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UW-schools say Obama's college cost reduction plan fits into current practices

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, is featured in an Aug. 23 story on WEAU-TV titled "UW schools say Obama's college cost reduction plan fits into current practices."
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UW-EC chancellor promises faculty, staff no major changes

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Aug. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor promises faculty, staff no major changes," coverage of his speech at the annual Blugold Breakfast event on Aug. 20.
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UWEC student published in medical journal for research on football hip injuries

UW-Eau Claire junior, Madeline Johnson, is featured in the Aug. 20 WEAU-TV story "UWEC student published in medical journal for research on football hip injuries."  Dr. Robert Stow, kinesiology, is also featured.
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Holocaust survivor opens UW-EC's 72nd Forum season

The 72nd season of The Forum series will open on Oct. 1 with a presentation by Gerda Weissmann Klein, Holocaust survivor and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. See related release.
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STEM program taking root

Dr.'s  Doug Dunham and Jennifer Dahl, materials science,  are featured along with students Tayo Sanders and Michelle Purdun in the Aug. 18 Leader-Telegram article "STEM program taking root."
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Meadering uncertainty: Water in UW-EC's Little Niagara Creek likely too warm to support trout

An Aug. 15 article in the Leader-Telegram examines the DNR study to determine viability of restoring trout to Little Niagara Creek. See full story.
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Goal set to graduate students in four years

Dr. Michael Wick, academic affairs, is quoted in the Aug. 14 Leader-Telegram story "Goal set to graduate students in four years."
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UW-EC students help create heralded book

A team of UW-Eau Claire students collaborated with the Eau Claire Energy Cooperative to create an award-winning written history of the cooperative in celebration of its 75th anniversary. See full story from the Aug. 11 Leader-Telegram.
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Schmidt: Diversity enriches all students

Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Aug. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Schmidt: Diversity enriches all students."
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Alumnus Matysik stepping down as EC police chief

Jerry Matysik, criminal justice alumnus, is retiring from his post as chief of police in Eau Claire after serving in this post for a decade. See Aug. 9 story in the Leader-Telegram.
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UW-EC chancellor says he has felt welcome, sees challenges

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in a Q&A pulished in the Aug. 11 issue of the Leader-Telegram. See full article.
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Chamber welcomes new chancellor

Chancellor James Schmidt was officially welcomed to Eau Claire at a reception hosted by the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Aug. 6. See story at WEAU-TV.
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UW-Eau Claire professor and student guests on WPR's 'The West Side' Aug. 5

Ari Anand, anthropology, and Choua Xiong, a student representative on UW-Eau Claire's Hmong Studies Steering Committee, joined other guests in discussing the Hmong population in western Wisconsin on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side"  Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM. Listen here to the archived broadcast.
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Lakeville student pubishes scientific research

Junior Madeline Kay Johnson is featured in an Aug. 1 article at LakevillePatch.com titled "Lakeville Student Publishes Scientific Research."  The Leader-Telegram also covered the Johnson's research on Aug. 4 in  "Student's work published in noted journal."
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Reilly leaving as UW president

Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "Reilly leaving as UW president."
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Marketing the Momentum West region

UW-Eau Claire is featured in a July 26 article from the Chippewa Valley Business Report  titled "Marketing the Momentum West region."
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'Chuck' was a good guy

The late Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, marketing, is the subject of an editorial by Dan Lyksett published in the July 28 Leader-Telegram. Dr. Tim Vaughan, marketing, is quoted in the piece. See story.
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UW-EC official calls student loans bill 'better compromise'

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, is quoted in a July 27 Leader-Telegram article titled "UW-EC official calls student loan bill 'better compromise'."
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Life Story: UW-EC's Tomkovick packed a powerful impact

Professor emeritus Chuck Tomkovick passed away Thursday after battling cancer for recent months. Fellow faculty members Scott Lester, marketing, and Doug Olson, health care administration, and Tim Vaughan, dean of the College of Business, are quoted in a July 26 Leader-Telegram tribute. See full story.
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Astronomy Update: Clouds, a common sight in the sky, also exist in space

Lauren Likkel, physics and astronomy, has compiled a new Astronomy Update column for the July 19 edition of the Leader-Telegram. See full column.
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Tuba solo results in scholarship

Sophomore Nicholas Liebl was one of three recipients of an instrumental scholarship during the 38th annual Glenn Miller Festival, held June 13-16 in Clarinda, Iowa. See full story.
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Visit to tropical islands no summer vacation for college student

Senior Brady Olson is featured in a July 17 Leader-Telegram article titled "Visit to tropical islands no summer vacation for college student."
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Jill Olm to be a guest on Spectrum West Thursday, July 18

Jill Olm, assistant professor of painting and drawing, will be Al Ross's guess on Spectrum West from Wisconsin Public Radio this Thursday, July 18 at 10 a.m.  on WHWC-FM/Menomonie-Eau Claire.  Her work is currently featured in an exhibition “Systems for Abstraction” at the Watrous Gallery of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters in Madison.  She’ll share her penchant for the abstract and how it communicates information. Listen here to live or archived program.
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Market Movement: Chippewa Valley stock index fares well in first half of '13

A UW-Eau Claire economics project is featured in the July 14 Leader Telegram story "Market Movement: Chippewa Valley stock index fares well in first half of '13." The CVCERD is a project led by Dr. Eric Jamelske, economics, and students Caleb Butera, Jacob Raleigh, Ryan Schorbahn, Oyunsuren Enkhbat and Ryan Halliday work on the project.
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UW-Eau Claire wins award from Chamber of Commerce

UW-Eau Claire has received the bronze level award through the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce's Worksite Wellness Initiative. For more information about eligibility requirements for the recognition, visit the workplace wellness section of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce website.

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Easker, Fischer top field at Water Street Mile

Alumnus Aaron Easker and junior Eric Rosvold are faeured in the July 13 Leader-Telegram coverage fo the Water Street Mile. See story.
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UW-Eau Claire students enjoy western workspace

Students Ellen Buelow and Lindsey Lepak are featured in the July 14 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire students enjoy western workspace."  Drs. J. Brian Mahoney and Goeff Pignotta, geology, are also quoted in the article.
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UW-Eau Claire music student to be guest today on Spectrum West radio show

Music student Mike Malone will be a guest of Al Ross on the Wisconsin Public Radio broadcast, Spectrum West, today, July 11, at 10 a.m. The discussion topic will be Malone's recent selection to travel with the famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Listen to the live or archived broadcast here.
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UW-EC instructor pens book about historic conflict over desegregation in Alabama

B.J. Hollars, English, was featured in the July 7 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC instructor pens book about historic conflict over desegregation in Alabama."
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UW-EC's youth program gains new partnerships

The Wisconsin Youth Success Program at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the July 7 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC's youth program gains new partnerships."
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Chancellor James Schmidt begins his tenure at UW-Eau Claire

Chancellor James Schmidt began his tenure on July 1. Various local media covered this news:
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Budget puts an end to Blugold Commitment

Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the July 1 WEAU story "Budget puts end to Blugold Commitment."
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Much-needed relief

Alumnus Matt Kendziera and his wife Suzie Kendziera, former UW-Eau Claire student, are featured in the June 30 Leader-Telegram story "Much-needed relief," which profiles their musical  "Wayside," being performed at Fanny Hill this week.
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Man with local ties in the running to win Western States 100-mile race

Alumnus Joe Uhan was featured in the June 28 Leader-Telegram article "Man with local ties in the running to win Western States 100-mile race."
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Land conservation supervisor busy with permits, planning

Robin Leary, Foundation, was quoted in June 29 Leader-Telegram article "Land Conservation Supervisor Busy with Permits, Planning."
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Student-created movie premieres at film festival

Students Thom Kishaba, Bridget Oliver and Andrea VanHaren, as well as faculty members Pamela Forman, sociology, and Ellen Mahaffy, communication and journalism, were mentioned in the June 30 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram article "Student-created movie premieres at film festival." VanHaren and Kishaba also are mentioned in the July 8 Volume One article "UW-Eau Claire students’ film screened in San Francisco." 
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Youths nurture creativity, connections

Art department alumni, Megan Byron and Cory Gierhart, are quoted in the June 26 Leader-Telegram article "Youths nurture creativity, connections."
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Young hockey fan recovering from brain surgery gets shout-out on national TV

Bob Thorp, assistant Blugold men's hockey coach, is quoted in the June 25 Leader-Telegram story "Young hockey fan recovering from brain surgery gets shout-out on national TV." Thorp's 10-year-old son, Sam, was surprised by well-wishes from an NBC announcer during the Stanley Cup finals Monday night. See full story.
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Jorgenson named Women's and LGBTQ Resource Center director

Christopher Jorgenson, Women's and LGBTQ Resource Center, is featured in the June 24, Leader-Telegram story about his recent appointment as the center's director. See full story.
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UW-EC students busy with research


Dr. Karen Havholm, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, is quoted and students Nicole Bauer and Chris Bader, along with their biology professor Dr. David Lonzarich, are pictured in the June 23 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC students busy with research."
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New scholarship program will be featured on Spectrum West radio June 21

Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, will be a guest of Wisconsin Pubilc Radio's Spectrum West  on Friday, June 21 at 5 p.m. on 88.3 WHWC-Menomonie/Eau Claire. The discussion topic will the Eileen Phillips Cohen String Scholarship, which recognizes four outstanding string musicians with a full-tuition scholarship. Listen to live or archived program.
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Students: City can improve walking and biking passages

Juniors Nathan Schaffer and Abby Huebner are quoted in the June 18 Leader-Telegram story "Students: City can improve walking and biking passages."
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Area bike fest draws thousands

Sophomore Maria Legenza is quoted in the June 15 Leader-Telegram article titled "Area bike fest draws thousands." Legenza, a kinesiology major, was a volunteer at the Menomonie event.
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Astronomy Update: Space objects passing closer to our planet

Paul Thomas, physics and astronomy, has published an article in the June 14 Leader-Telegram titled "Astronomy Update: Space objects passing closer to our planet."
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UW-EC employee retiring at age 84, began working at age 65

Corinne Charlson, communication sciences and disorders, is featured in the June 14 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC employee retiring at age 84, began working at age 65."
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Nature in ample supply at UW-Eau Claire's new children center

Lisa Coen and Rebecca Wurzer, Children's Nature Academy, student Natasha Koslowski and Dr. Beth Hellwig, student affairs, are all featured in the June 14 Leader-Telegram story "Nature in ample supply at UW-Eau Claire's new children's center."
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Walker names Kristina Bourget EC county judge

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kristina Bourget is featured and alumna Lisa Stark is mentioned in the June 10 Leader-Telegram article "Walker names Kristina Bourget EC county judge."
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Research taking students on Cambodian forest trip

Students Kelsey Pischke, Joe Weirich, Joel Smith and Breana Meyer, and Deb Freund, biology, are featured in the June 9 Leader-Telegram story "Research taking students on Cambodian forest trip."
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UW-Eau Claire student has created an iPod-based therapy program

Senior Jill Seichter is featured in the June 9 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire student has created an iPod-based therapy program."
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UW-EC drummer joins famed Glenn Miller Orchestra on tour

Senior Mike Malone is featured and Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, is quoted in the June 9 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC drummer joins Glenn Miller Orchestra on tour."
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Duo will push for carbon tax plan as citizen lobbyists

Dr. Jim Boulter, chemistry and Watershed Institute for Collaborative Environmental Studies, and Dr. Kate Hale Wilson, English (emerita), are featured in the June 7 Leader-Telegram article "Duo will push for carbon tax plan as citizen lobbyists."
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First-year teachers use creativity to meet challenges

UW-Eau Claire alumni Tim McManus and Sam Van Hefty, along with Melissa Bruce, education, are quoted in the June 7 Leader-Telegram article "First-year teachers use creativity to meet challenges."
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Helland named Badger men's basketball strength and conditioning coach

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Erik Helland has been appointed to the coaching staff for UW-Madison men's basketball. See full story.
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UW-Eau Claire alumna obtains national product placement at CVS pharmacies

UW-Eau Claire alumna  Kelly Vine Pulido, president of Advocate Medical Company, and the national placement of her company's products at CVS pharmacies across the country were featured in the May 29 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story "UW-Eau Claire Alumna Obtains National Product Placement at CVS Pharmacies."
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Sophomore cellist first to earn annual award for musicians

Sophomore Kaitlyn Witherspoon, Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, and Kimera Way, Foundation, are all quoted in the May 27 Leader-Telegram "Sophomore cellist first to earn annual award for musicians." See related news release and video.
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Confluence Project: Will this venue work?

The long-awaited revenue study of the Confluence Project, recently completed by VenueWorks, is the subject of the May 23 Volume One article "Will This Venue Work?" 
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Dennis adds two more national titles as Blugolds take second

Sophomore Thurgood Dennis helped lead the Blugold's men's track and field team to second place, its best finish ever, at the NCAA Division III outdoor national championship. Dennis added two more national titles to the two he won during the indoor season.  See full story.
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Family gives kindergarteners chance to experience agriculture

Jodi Thesing-Ritter, student affairs, and her family are featured in the May 24 Leader-Telegram story "Family gives kindergarteners chance to experience agriculture."
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Bui inspires new fans of distributed computing

Dr. Peter Bui, computer science, is featured in the May 22 issue of International Science Grid This Week website. See full story.
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Mind Over Body

Senior Gretchen Bachmeier is interviewed for the May 22  WEAU story "Assignment 13: Mind over body."
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UW-EC student selected for prestigious CDC internship

Senior Andy Kleist is profiled in the May 22 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student selected for prestigious CDC internship."
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Monte Johnson receives Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award

The May 20 La Crosse Tribune listed alumnus Monte Johnson, winner of the 2013 Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award, in the column "About People for Monday, May 20."
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Films in the fresh air: Outdoor summer movies returning

Joseph Haferman, student organizations, is quoted in the May 20 Leader-Telegram article "Films in the fresh air: Outdoor summer movies returning."
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Silent Subject: Expert weighs in on bullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, and his research on cyberbullying are the subject of the Dunn County News story "Part 2 — Silent subject: Expert weighs in on bullying." 
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UW-Eau Claire undergoing transformative construction projects

A May 19 Leader-Telegram article titled "UW-Eau Claire undergoing transformative construction projects" gives an overview of the many changes happening this spring in the campus lanscape. See full article.
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Visit Eau Claire, UW-EC create new partnership

Interim Chancellor Gilles Bousquet is quoted in the May 17 Leader-Telegram article "Visit Eau Claire, UW-EC create new partnership."
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