UW-Eau Claire in the News

Triple excitement

UW-Eau Claire students Dustin Haugle and Katy Eckes, and music and theatre arts faculty member Gary Schwartzhoff were quoted in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Triple excitement." Cabaret XXX also was the subject of the Jan. 18 Leader-Telegram article "They've got the beat — Lively Cabaret XXX showcases students' musical talents."

Head of State — A UW-EC theater graduate is planning to stage successful new acts in a downtown arts center's proud history

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ben Richgruber was featured in the Jan. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Head of State — A UW-EC theater graduate is planning to stage successful new acts in a downtown arts center's proud history. "

Action: Barthuly announces police promotions

UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Frohrip was mentioned in the Jan. 16 Fond du Lac Reporter article "Action: Barthuly announces police promotions."

A Cold War Soul

Geoffrey Peterson, political science, was quoted in the Jan. 17 RussiaProfile.org article "A Cold War Soul."

Musical memories — Vatican concert highlight of trip for band members

UW-Eau Claire students Nicole Margelofsky and Mark Lefeber were quoted in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Musical memories — Vatican concert highlight of trip for band members." Blugold Marching Band director Randy Dickerson, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.

Gender Gap Widens: Women Outnumber Men On Campus

Kris Anderson, Admissions, was interviewed for the Jan. 17 WQOW-TV story "Gender Gap Widens: Women Outnumber Men On Campus."

UW-EC's diversity leader leaves with much attained

Kimberly Barrett, Student Development and Diversity, was featured in the Jan. 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC's diversity leader leaves with much attained."

Leisure news in brief

Anders Shafer (emeritus), art & design, was featured in the Jan. 10 Onalaska Community Life article “Leisure news in brief.”

Frozen at the Podium

Arlyn Anderson, communication and journalism, was quoted in the Jan. 9 Inside Higher Ed article “Frozen at the Podium.”

Three Wisconsin schools among Kiplinger's Best Values

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the article “Market memo: Jan. 8 — Kiplinger's rates UW 19th in public college value” in the Jan. 8 issue of The Capital Times and in the Jan. 11 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article “Three Wisconsin schools among Kiplinger's Best Values.”

UW-EC prof offers take on Internet taxes — Letter published in Wall Street Journal

Brady Foust, geography and anthropology, was featured in the Jan. 8 Leader-Telegram article “UW-EC prof offers take on Internet taxes — Letter published in Wall Street Journal."

VoteSmart Web site

UW-Eau Claire’s VoteSmart Web site, developed by the fall 2007 Public Affairs Reporting class, was featured on Volume One magazine’s Web site.

Half Moon Lake research

Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, and UW-Eau Claire student Patrick Dryer discussed their Half Moon Lake research on the WEAU-TV Newscenter 13 Today show Jan. 9.

Memorial grad has a real change of art

UW-Eau Claire alumna Karen Gleisner was featured in the Jan. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Memorial grad has a real change of art."

New Timnath school honors educator Paul Bethke

UW-Eau Claire alumna Ann Alfonso was featured in the January North Forty News & Fossil Creek Current (Colo.) article "New Timnath school honors educator Paul Bethke."

Area professionals offer advice for 2008

D'Arcy Becker, accounting and finance, was quoted in the Jan. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Area professionals offer advice for 2008."

Eau Claire Kenyans shocked by violence

Steven Majstorovic, political science, was interviewed for the Jan. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Kenyans shocked by violence."

Connect with cultures

Paul Wagner, computer science; Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology; Jean Peterson, Continuing Education; and Simei Tong, mathematics, were quoted in the
Jan. 6 Leader-Telegram article “Connect with cultures.”

New Taylor Co. Judge Appointed

UW-Eau Claire alumna Ann Knox-Bauer was featured in the Jan. 3 WEAU-TV story "New Taylor Co. Judge Appointed."

Ship to many shores

UW-Eau Claire student Julie Wright was featured in the Jan. 3 Leader-Telegram article “Ship to many shores.”

Violinist impresses at Heyde concert

Namji Kim, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the Jan. 3 Leader-Telegram article “Violinist impresses at Heyde concert.”

Professor: Bhutto death wasn't a surprise

Ali Abootalebi, political science, was quoted in the Dec. 29 Leader-Telegram article “Professor: Bhutto death wasn't a surprise.”

Sludge solution — Student hoping to improve lake's health

UW-Eau Claire student Patrick Dryer and Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, were quoted in the Dec. 27 Leader-Telegram article “Sludge solution — Student hoping to improve lake's health.” Douglas Faulkner, geography and anthropology, also was mentioned in the article. The research also was featured in the Dec. 20 Ashland Daily Press article "Student researcher works to improve Eau Claire lake."

UW-Eau Claire Receives $150,000 for Scholarship Fund

A scholarhip fund established by the late Juanita Sorenson (emerita), education, was the subject of the Jan. 2 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Receives $150,000 for Scholarship Fund."

Chippewa Falls woman helps Angel Space spread its wings

UW-Eau Claire alumna Dawn Mrozinski was featured in the Dec. 22 Chippewa.com article "Chippewa Falls woman helps Angel Space spread its wings."

UW-Eau Claire Blugold Band Plays the Vatican

UW-Eau Claire student Andrew Sazama was interviewed for the Dec. 17 WSAW story "UW-Eau Claire Blugold Band Plays the Vatican."

Loving the art in oneself was late teacher’s lesson

Patti See, Academic Skills Center, had her article “Loving the art in oneself was late teacher’s lesson” published in the Dec. 20 Leader Telegram.

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."

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