Chippewa Valley Astronomy Update

Lauren Lykell, physics and astronomy, was the compiler of the Aug. 14 Leader-Telegram "Chippewa Valley Astronomy Update."
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Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard

Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 8 PR Newswire article "Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard."
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Company offers eco-friendly designs

UW-Eau Claire alumna Angela Ferraro-Fanning was quoted in the Aug. 15 Hudson Star-Observer article "Company offers eco-friendly designs."
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UW-EC professor honored

Kris Presler, mathematics, was the subject of the Aug. 15 Leader-Telegram sports brief "UW-EC professor honored."
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Conference stresses benefits of walking/biking trails

Sgt. Chris Kirchman, University Police, was quoted in the Aug. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Conference stresses benefits of walking/biking trails."
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Area students move to head of the class

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 15 Baraboo News Republic Article "Area students move to head of the class."
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College students target for ID theft

UW-Eau Claire student Nicholas Levin and Sgt. Jay Dobson, University Police, were interviewed for the Aug. 13 WEAU-TV story "College students target for ID theft."
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Olympic swim glory gets local perspective

Art Brandt, UW-Eau Claire associate head swimming coach, was interviewed for the Aug. 13 WEAU-TV story "Olympic swim glory gets local perspective."
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Summits target poverty relief

Karen Welch, English, was quoted in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Summits target poverty relief."
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Justin Patchin on WPR's 'Conversations with Joy Cardin'

Justin Patchin, political science, was a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Conversations with Joy Cardin" Aug. 11. He discussed the growing problem of online bullying and ways to prevent it, as set forth in his new book, "Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard," which he co-authored with his research colleague, Sameer Hinduja. The show aired at 8 a.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM. More information.
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Do UW-Eau Claire grads stick around?

UW-Eau Claire alumni, with alumnus Justin Vernon cited as a specific example, were the subject of the Aug. 5 Leader-Telegram blog entry, "Do UW-Eau Claire grads stick around?"
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Jack Vilas Day festival to mark historic achievements of pioneering aviator

UW-Eau Claire alumna Mary Schueller was quoted in the Aug. 8 Lakeland Times article "Jack Vilas Day festival to mark historic achievements of pioneering aviator."
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Area minority population on slow, steady rise

Teresa O'Halloran, Affirmative Action, was quoted in the Aug. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Area minority population on slow, steady rise."
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Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard

Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 7 Newswise article "Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard" and was quoted in the Aug. 7 Palm Beach Post article "FAU Prof on Cyberbullies."
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Special Olympics has special day

UW-Eau Claire alumna Jenn O'Brien was quoted in the Aug. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Special Olympics has special day."
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Former WEAU news director wins journalism award

David Gordon (emeritus), communication and journalism, was quoted in the Aug. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Former WEAU news director wins journalism award."
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U.S. Cyclists Are Masked, and Criticism Is Not

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Randy Wilber was quoted in the article "U.S. Cyclists Are Masked, and Criticism Is Not" in the Aug. 5 issue of The New York Times.
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UW-Eau Claire's Tallant leaving for Texas

Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, was featured in the Aug. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire's Tallant leaving for Texas," the Aug. 1 Corpus Christi Caller Times article "Wisc. college official tabbed TAMUK's sole presidential finalist" and the Aug. 1 KBTX.com article "Regents Select Finalist for Presidency of Texas A&M University-Kingsville."
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Hamm learning on the job at United Methodist

UW-Eau Claire alumna Carrie Hamm was featured in the July 30 Chetek Alert article "Hamm learning on the job at United Methodist."
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Around the House

UW-Eau Claire alumna Erin Heidtke LaFaive was featured in the Aug. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Around the House."
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Summer Hoops Series: College camps provide experience

Terry Gibbons, UW-Eau Claire’s head men’s basketball coach, and women’s head basketball coach Tonja Englund were quoted in the Aug. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Summer Hoops Series: College camps provide experience."
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An Outdoorsman's Journal: Television show host helps bridge outdoor generations

UW-Eau Claire student Brandon Wikman was featured in the Aug. 1 West Salem Coulee News article "An Outdoorsman's Journal: Television show host helps bridge outdoor generations."
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Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the July 31 WEAU-TV story "Keeping Your Kids Safe Online."
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Recipient helps raise awareness through competition

UW-Eau Claire alumna Shireen (Bork) Renaghan was featured in the Aug. 1 Newark (Ohio) Advocate article "Recipient helps raise awareness through competition."
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Lead-free lure-and-sinker search spawns Web business

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Kuula was featured in the July 28 Leader-Telegram story
"Lead-free lure-and-sinker search spawns Web business."
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Program helps tribal youths learn leadership

Rick St. Germaine, history, was mentioned in the article "Program helps tribal youths learn leadership" in the July 27 issue of The Arizona Republic.
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Research project studies local food

Eric Jamelske, economics, and UW-Eau Claire student Corey Hilber were quoted in the July 22 Leader-Telegram article "Research project studies local food." Hilber also was quoted in the July 21 Leader-Telegram article "Foodlums nurtures interest in local food."
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UW-Eau Claire alumna Lisa Benson featured in business innovator column

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lisa Benson was featured in the Appleton Post-Crescent's July 22 business innovator column.
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Cell Phones, Only, Please

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the article "Cell Phones, Only, Please," in the July 10 issue of Diverse Issues in Higher Education.
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"The Evidence for 'Monk in Motian'"

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jeremy Boettcher was mentioned in the July 16 Jazz Police article "The Evidence for 'Monk in Motian.'"
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Eau Claire man builds big fences to keep deer out

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Peter Hable was featured in the July 12 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man builds big fences to keep deer out."
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Note to parents: Children are being bullied on Internet

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the July 13 Leader-Telegram article "Note to parents: Children are being bullied on Internet."
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Sister city delegation from Costa Rica visits Eau Claire

Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, was quoted in the July 5 Leader-Telegram article "Sister city delegation from Costa Rica visits Eau Claire."
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Students work on musical skills at camp

Alan Rieck, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the July 14 Leader-Telegram article "Students work on musical skills at camp."
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Chancellor Levin-Stankevich on WPR's 'The West Side'

UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" July 15. He discussed UW-Eau Claire's new strategic plan and budget issues. The show aired at 5 p.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM. More information.
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UW-Eau Claire alumna in 'Business briefs'

UW-Eau Claire alumna Christina Mayer was mentioned in the Business briefs section of the July 12 Chippewa Herald.
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Before 212, there was the Yellowstone

Alice Ridge (emerita), communication and journalism, and John Ridge (emeritus), foundations of education, were quoted in the July 11 Chaska (Minn.) Herald article "Before 212, there was the Yellowstone."
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Joel Pace on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Joel Pace, English, a member of the band Irie Sol was a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" July 10. The show aired at 5 p.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM. Irie Sol is scheduled to perform for the Music on the Mall concert July 14 at UW-Eau Claire.
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Rado named Daily Republic sports editor

UW-Eau Claire alumna Leah Rado was featured in the July 11 (Mitchell, S.D.) Daily Republic article "Rado named Daily Republic sports editor." A related article also appeared in the July 17 issue of Editor and Publisher.
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McCain goes after female vote with town hall event

Margaret Gilkison, political science, was quoted in the July 9 Chicago Tribune article "McCain goes after female vote with town hall event." Gilkison also was mentioned in a related story on WKBT-TV July 9.
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Verisae Names Greg Effertz Chief Financial Officer

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Greg Effertz was featured in the July 2 Business Wire article "Verisae Verisae Names Greg Effertz Chief Financial Officer."
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Colleen McFarland on 'NewsCenter 13 Today'

Colleen McFarland, McIntyre Library, was interviewed on WEAU-TV's "NewsCenter 13 Today" show July 7. She discussed genealogy and advice for family researchers.
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Administrators join district

UW-Eau Claire alumna Christine Flores was featured in the July 5 Joliet (Ill.) Herald News article "Administrators join district."
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Eau Claire native brings Cup back home

Matt Loen, athletics, was quoted in the July 7 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire native brings Cup back home." Fred Kolb, economics, also was mentioned in the article.
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Some UW-EC students to be housed in hotel

Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, was quoted in the July 3 Leader-Telegram article "Some UW-EC students to be housed in hotel." He also was interviewed for the July 3 WEAU-TV story "UWEC Students to Live in Hotel This Year."
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Dwight C. Watson on WPR's 'The West Side'

Dwight C. Watson, College of Education and Human Sciences, was a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" July 8. He discussed how UW-Eau Claire and the Eau Claire Area School District hope to improve cultural understanding among current and future teachers. The show aired at 5 p.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM.
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Briefcase — July 5 Leader-Telegram

UW-Eau Claire alumni Mari Pietz, Bill Hamilton and Vanessa Helland and students Nick Melin and Zach Wiedenhoeft were mentioned in the Briefcase section of the July 5 Leader-Telegram.
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Northern exposure

UW-Eau Claire graduate Justin Vernon was featured in the May 5 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Northern exposure." UW-Eau Claire graduate Sean Carey also was mentioned in the article.
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Express Q and A: Vic Cable

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Vic Cable was featured in the July 6 Leader-Telegram column
"Express Q and A: Vic Cable."
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Interns in high demand locally

Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, was quoted in the July 5 Leader-Telegram article "Interns in high demand locally."
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UW-EC ready with text message alert system

Andrew Phillips, Academic Affairs, was quoted in the July 1 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC ready with text message alert system."
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Cell Notification System: UWEC Students Signing Up

UW-Eau Claire's cell phone notification system was the subject of the
June 30 WQOW-TV story "Cell Notification System: UWEC Students Signing Up."
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And now for something completely different ...

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Matt Mealey was featured in the June 27 New Richmond News article "And now for something completely different ..." Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.
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Aeros name Troy G. Ward Assistant General Manager

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Troy Ward was featured in the June 24 OurSports Central article "Aeros name Troy G. Ward Assistant General Manager."
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New hockey league gets approval

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the June 24 Leader-Telegram article "New hockey league gets approval."
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As Time Expires, Memories of the Austin Ice Bats

The UW-Eau Claire women's hockey team was mentioned in the article "As Time Expires, Memories of the Austin Ice Bats" in the June 24 issue of The New York Times.
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Chippewa Valley economy can prosper

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the June 24 Leader-Telegram column "Chippewa Valley economy can prosper."
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Freshmen applications increase at universities

Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the June 23 Leader-Telegram article "Freshmen applications increase at universities."
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Murray State's Wiggins to relocate to Wisconsin

Matt Wiggins, the new chair of the UW-Eau Claire kinesiology department, was featured in the June 23 Murray (Ky.) Ledger and Times article "Murray State's Wiggins to relocate to Wisconsin."
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A New 'Project' for John Raymond, at the Dakota June 25th.

UW-Eau Claire students John Raymond and Aaron Hedenstrom and alumnus Jeremy Boettcher were quoted in the June 20 Jazz Police article "A New 'Project' for John Raymond, at the Dakota June 25th."
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Trade missions benefit area businesses

UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education was mentioned in the June 21 Leader-Telegram article “Trade missions benefit area businesses.”
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UWO eyes nursing doctorate — Would collaborate with UW-Eau Claire on program

The future UW-Eau Claire/UW-Oshkosh collaborative doctorate of nursing practice program was the subject of the June 22 Oshkosh Northwestern article “UWO eyes nursing doctorate — Would collaborate with UW-Eau Claire on program.”
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A soulful homecoming

UW-Eau Claire alumna Briana Hardyman was featured in the June 19 Dubuque Telegraph Herald article "A soulful homecoming."
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Staying the course

UW-Eau Claire student Adam Koble was featured in the June 19 Waseca County News article "Staying the course."
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Schools drop landlines as more students carry cell phones

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the June 15 Chicago Tribune article "Schools drop landlines as more students carry cell phones."
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Ojibway earns Ford Foundation Fellowship

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Ojibway was featured in the June 11 Chippewa Herald article "Ojibway earns Ford Foundation Fellowship." Patricia Quinn, McNair Program, and April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, were quoted; and Debra Barker, English, and Blaine Peden, psychology, were mentioned in the article.
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Winning Student Essay Goes Global

UW-Eau Claire student Jennifer Steif was featured in the June 16 Nurse.com article “Winning Student Essay Goes Global.”
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Reporter joins newspaper

UW-Eau Claire alumna Laura Kruse was featured in the June 13 New Richmond News article "Reporter joins newspaper."
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Lake Eau Claire Clear Water Triathlon set for June 14

Vicki Reed, University Recreation and Sport Facilities, was interviewed on WEAU-TV June 3 for a story about the Lake Eau Claire Clear Water Triathlon scheduled for June 14 in Augusta.
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Former chancellor leaves UW System post

UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Emeritus Donald Mash was featured in the June 11 Leader-Telegram article "Former chancellor leaves UW System post." Carole Halberg, former UW-Eau Claire Foundation president, also was quoted in the article.
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Laurier appoints inaugural dean of Faculty of Education

UW-Eau Claire alumna Colleen Willard-Holt was featured in the June 11 Exchange Morning Post article "Laurier appoints inaugural dean of Faculty of Education."
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Program Gives Kids a Taste of the College Life

Stephanie Zighelboim, Multicultural Affairs, was interviewed for the June 10 WEAU-TV story "Program Gives Kids a Taste of the College Life."
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Age favours beautiful minds

April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, was quoted in the June 10 Calgary Herald article "Age favours beautiful minds."
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UW-EC administrator Soll leaving

Andrew Soll, Business and Student Services, was featured in the June 9 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC administrator Soll leaving." Beverly Soll, Activities and Programs, also was mentioned in the article.
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Coffee shop, auto dealer make odd couple

Brady Foust, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the article "Coffee shop, auto dealer make odd couple" in the June 6 issue of The (Scranton, Pa.) Times-Tribune.
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Bullies tap into Web to ambush

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the June 7 Palm Beach (Fla.) Post article "Bullies tap into Web to ambush."
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GIS firm promotes, hires new staff

UW-Eau Claire alumni Susan Marcott and Jamie Hagen were mentioned in the June 7 Leader-Telegram Briefcase item "GIS firm promotes, hires new staff."
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Principal Wilson bids good-bye at Hillcrest

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dave Wilson was featured in the June 7 Chippewa Herald article "Principal Wilson bids good-bye at Hillcrest."
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Flute convention headed to UW-EC

The International Native American Flute Association Convention, to be held July 9-13 at UW-Eau Claire, was the subject of the June 6 Leader-Telegram article "Flute convention headed to UW-EC."
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Breaking in the interns

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ryan Dostalek was quoted in the June 6 Janesville GazetteXtra article "Breaking in the interns." UW-Eau Claire alumna Gina Duwe also was mentioned in the article.
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Women friends look similar to keep rivalries in check, study suggests

April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, was quoted in the June 6 Canada.com article "Women friends look similar to keep rivalries in check, study suggests." The story also ran in the Windsor Star, the Vancouver Sun, the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, the Calgary Herald, the Nanaimo Daily News and the Winnipeg Free Press.
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Badger State Turning Purple: Key Battleground in Presidential Race

Geoff Peterson, political science, was interviewed for the June 4 WQOW-TV story "Badger State Turning Purple: Key Battleground in Presidential Race."
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ESRI Business GIS Summit Shows How to Optimize Business with GIS in Today’s Tough Marketplace

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the May 29 Directions Magazine article "ESRI Business GIS Summit Shows How to Optimize Business with GIS in Today’s Tough Marketplace."
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River Oasis has new 'chairman'; New owner inspired by Bayport's Not Justa Café

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Craig Beemer was featured in the June 3 Stillwater Gazette article “River Oasis has new 'chairman'; New owner inspired by Bayport's Not Justa Café.”
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Sony Creative Software, the Ad Council and the National Crime Prevention Council Announce Winners of Nationwide Cyberbullying PSA Development Contest

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the article "Sony Creative Software, the Ad Council and the National Crime Prevention Council Announce Winners of Nationwide Cyberbullying PSA Development Contest" in the June 4 issue of The Earth Times. The article also appeared in the June 5 issue of the Centre Daily Times.
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Colleges to start advanced nursing program

Elaine Wendt and Norah Airth-Kindree, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, were quoted in the May 30 Leader-Telegram article "Colleges to start advanced nursing program."
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Memories in black and white

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ron Blakeley was quoted in the June 1 Leader-Telegram article "Memories in black and white."
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Water ski teams anticipate funding pinch related to gas prices

UW-Eau Claire student Ali Schoenfeld was quoted in the May 30 Wausau Daily Herald article "Water ski teams anticipate funding pinch related to gas prices."
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Frustrated Drivers Switching to Mopeds

UW-Eau Claire student Joe Craven was interviewed for the May 30 WEAU-TV story "Frustrated Drivers Switching to Mopeds."
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Badger Days: Stone returns to Eau Claire

Former UW-Eau Claire women’s basketball coach Lisa Stone was featured in the May 30 Leader-Telegram article "Badger Days: Stone returns to Eau Claire." Current women’s basketball coach Tonja Englund also was mentioned in the article.
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Alumnus David Adler featured in Duluth News Tribune

UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Adler was featured in the Biz Buzz section of the May 28 Duluth News Tribune.
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Searching for an uncle he never met

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Patrick Ranfranz was featured in the May 27 Press Publications article “Searching for an uncle he never met.”
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Emerging leaders — Young adults increasingly going into business for themselves

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Zach Halmstad was quoted in the May 24 Leader-Telegram article "Emerging leaders — Young adults increasingly going into business for themselves."
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Riding for a cause

UW-Eau Claire student Chris Maierhofer was quoted in the May 24 Leader-Telegram article "Riding for a cause."
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UWEC To Plan New Nursing Program

The future UW-Eau Claire/UW-Oshkosh collaborative doctorate of nursing practice program was the subject of the May 23 WEAU-TV story "UWEC To Plan New Nursing Program."
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Applicant Tracking Solution Company Catch the Best Hires Mike Wagner as Vice President of Marketing

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Wagner was featured in the May 24 PR.com article "Applicant Tracking Solution Company Catch the Best Hires Mike Wagner as Vice President of Marketing."
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APICS chapter elects new officers

Terry Wells, management and marketing, was mentioned in the news brief "APICS chapter elects new officers" in the Briefcase section of the May 24 Leader-Telegram.
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UW-Eau Claire helps veterans face a difficult battle

UW-Eau Claire student Mike McElhinney was featured in the May 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire helps veterans face a difficult battle." P.J. Kennedy, Counseling Services, and Marc Goulet, Student Development and Diversity, were quoted in the article, and Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, and Bonnie Isaacson, Services for Students with Disabilities were mentioned.
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Serving part of female Marine's heritage

UW-Eau Claire alumna Rosemarie Bristol was featured in the May 26 Leader-Telegram article "Serving part of female Marine's heritage."
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Officials: Hiring second Hmong police officer will help community

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Houa Lee was featured in the May 26 Wausau Daily Herald article "Officials: Hiring second Hmong police officer will help community."
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