Friends offer differing opinions on debate

UW-Eau Claire students Zack Tesar and Thomas Lynch were quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Friends offer differing opinions on debate."

Cleghorn singer-songwriter releases new CD

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Quick was featured in the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Cleghorn singer-songwriter releases new CD."

Laptop theft a problem

Dave Sprick, University Police, was interviewed for the Oct. 5 TMCnet article "Laptop theft a problem."

Students clean up after homecoming weekend

John Bachmeier, Alumni Relations, was quoted in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Students clean up after homecoming weekend" and the Oct. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Police ready for homecoming."

Katherine Schneider's comments on the movie 'Blindness'

Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, had her comments on the movie "Blindness" published on the National Public Radio Web site.

Green homes will open to visitors

Retired UW-Eau Claire faculty member Paul Myers, geology, was quoted in the Oct. 3 Rutland (Vt.) Herald article "Green homes will open to visitors."

N.D. native, acclaimed pop culture guru Chuck Klosterman releases first novel

Scott Lowe, philosophy and religious studies, was quoted in the Oct. 3 Grand Forks (N.D.) Herald article "N.D. native, acclaimed pop culture guru Chuck Klosterman releases first novel."

Students watch, listen intently to VP debate

UW-Eau Claire students Kiri Cooney, Quang Ngo, Jean Guthrie, Elizabeth McNabb and Sarah Classen were quoted in the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Students watch, listen intently to VP debate."

UW System Chancellors Waiting on Raises

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned in the Oct. 1 WEAU-TV story "UW System Chancellors Waiting on Raises."

Avoid the wait at the polls by registering early

UW-Eau Claire student Amber Bretl, a member of the UW-Eau Claire Student Senate, was quoted in the Oct. 1 Leader-Telegram column "Avoid the wait at the polls by registering early."

Homecoming ignites Blugold spirit

UW-Eau Claire alumni Tom McHugh and John Bachmeier, Alumni Relations, were quoted in the Oct. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Homecoming ignites Blugold spirit."

Forum on vice presidential debate offered

A vice presidential debate forum Oct. 2 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the article "Forum on vice presidential debate offered" in the Local Briefs section of the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram.

Surveys: UW-EC students taking fewer risks

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, was quoted in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Surveys: UW-EC students taking fewer risks."

Economic Uncertainty Making Local People Uneasy

Wayne Carroll, economics, was interviewed for the Sept. 29 WEAU-TV story "Economic Uncertainty Making Local People Uneasy." He also was interviewed Oct. 1 for upcoming stories on WQOW-TV.

Professor Harry Jol and Archeology

Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, and his research were featured on the WEAU-TV Today show Sept. 29.

Materials Science Center featured on 'Technology Spot'

UW-Eau Claire's Materials Science Center and its director, Doug Dunham, were featured on WEAU-TV's Technology Spot program Sept. 26. (No link available.)

Not really from the north: Alaska

UW-Eau Claire alumna Signe Jorgenson was featured in the Sept. 25 Lakeland Mirror article "Not really from the north: Alaska."

Jazz Concert to Salute Veterans

UW-Eau Claire's "A Salute to the Big Bands" concert was the subject of the Sept. 26 All about Jazz article "Jazz Concert to Salute Veterans."

Santiago would get 5% pay raise under plan

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned in the Sept. 26 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Santiago would get 5% pay raise under plan."

Around the House

A presentation by Deb Freund, biology, was mentioned in the Sept. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Around the House."

UW chancellors lament lack of autonomy for campuses

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "UW chancellors lament lack of autonomy for campuses."

UW-EC homecoming expected to draw a crowd

UW-Eau Claire's upcoming Homecoming festivities were the subject of the Sept. 28 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC homecoming expected to draw a crowd."

Base your vote on more than gender, race

UW-Eau Claire students Catherine Emmanuelle and Caroline Wee were mentioned in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram editorial "Base your vote on more than gender, race."

Marching bands to compete in invitational

The Blugold Marching Band was mentioned in the Sept. 25 Joliet (Ill.) Herald News article
"Marching bands to compete in invitational."

Protecting Your Personal Information

Paul Wagner, computer science, was interviewed for the Sept. 24 WEAU-TV story "Protecting Your Personal Information."

New ball fields christened in town of Seymour

The UW-Eau Claire softball team was mentioned in the Sept. 25 Leader-Telegram article "New ball fields christened in town of Seymour."

Funds in place, UW-EC can begin imagining new student center

Rick Gonzales, Facilities Planning and Management, was quoted in the Sept. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Funds in place, UW-EC can begin imagining new student center."

Taking Politics Out of the White House

The late Ann Devroy, a UW-Eau Claire alumna, was mentioned in the Sept. 22 Washington Post column "Taking Politics Out of the White House."

New technology offers today's teens new ways to persecute their peers

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Sept. 25 (Solon, Iowa) Gazette article "New technology offers today's teens new ways to persecute their peers" and was interviewed for the Sept. 25 WISC-TV article "Experts Warn of Dangers Associated With Cyber Bullying."

Classic TV variety shows will live again

The musical group Five By Design, which includes UW-Eau Claire alumni Kurt Niska, Lorie Carpenter-Niska, Terrence Niska and Michael Swedberg, was featured in the Sept. 23 Black Hills (S.D.) Pioneer article "Classic TV variety shows will live again."

Admissions officers have Facebook profiles, too

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 23 Badger Herald article "Admissions officers have Facebook profiles, too."

Chef picked to study slow-food concepts

Christian Wise, Dining Services, was featured in the article "Chef picked to study slow-food concepts" in the Morsels section of the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram.

UW-EC's The Cabin plugs into energy savings

Jason Anderson, University Centers; Derek Brehm and Jim Brockpahler, Activities and Programs; and UW-Eau Claire student Miranda Riemer were quoted in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC's The Cabin plugs into energy savings."

Peak Time for Bees, Wasps & Hornets

Paula Kleintjes Neff, biology, was interviewed for the Sept. 22 WEAU-TV story "Peak Time for Bees, Wasps & Hornets."

School board to explore Hobbs contribution

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "School board to explore Hobbs contribution."

Crnic named Woman of the Year

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kris Crnic was featured in the article "Crnic named Woman of the Year" in the Business Briefcase section of the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram.

Service a tool to find interns

UW-Eau Claire graduate student Sheila Miller was quoted in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Service a tool to find interns."

Hobbs users part of financial equation

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Hobbs users part of financial equation."

Shirt slogan takes on gender in campaign

UW-Eau Claire student Catherine Emmanuelle was quoted in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Shirt slogan takes on gender in campaign." The article also appeared on twincities.com.

UW-Stout has record enrollment; UW-Eau Claire up too

Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Stout has record enrollment; UW-Eau Claire up too."

The Adderall Effect

William Frankenberger, psychology, was quoted in the October 2008 Playboy magazine article "The Adderall Effect." (No link available.)

A Morality Tale

A new book by Charlene Burns, philosophy and religious studies, was featured in the Sept. 11 Volume One article "A Morality Tale."

UW-Eau Claire leader reflects on job

Steve Tallant, Academic Affairs, was featured in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire leader reflects on job." Debbie Gough, Advising and New Student Initiatives, was quoted and Martin Wood, English/Academic Affairs, was mentioned in the article.

Live jazz: no risk of Music Fatigue Syndrome

UW-Eau Claire student John Raymond was featured in the Sept. 12 MinnPost.com article "Live jazz: no risk of Music Fatigue Syndrome."

On the Street — 9/12/08

UW-Eau Claire alumna Elizabeth Holst was mentioned in the Sept. 12 Alexandria (Minn.) Echo Press article "On the Street — 9/12/08."

The art of the personal — Exhibiting artist explores obsession, failure, loss

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Scott Stulen was featured in the Sept. 11 UW Oshkosh Advance-Titan article "The art of the personal — Exhibiting artist explores obsession, failure, loss."

Local women aid human trafficking victims in Cambodia

UW-Eau Claire alumna Elizabeth Schrader and student Jenny Morvak were featured in the Sept. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Local women aid human trafficking victims in Cambodia." Lee Ana Rasar, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.

County judges appoint new clerk of courts

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kristina Aschenbrenner was featured in the July 23 Leader-Telegram article "County judges appoint new clerk of courts."

Hobbs' fate rests with city

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Hobbs' fate rests with city."

Middle school principal choices offered

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Erickson was mentioned in the Sept. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Middle school principal choices offered."

Conference to consider generational differences

A study on generational differences in the workplace conducted by UW-Eau Claire senior marketing research students was mentioned in the Sept. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Conference to consider generational differences."

Hobbs remodeling plans considered

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Hobbs remodeling plans considered."

Methanobactin Redux

Research by Warren Gallagher, chemistry, was featured in the Sept. 8 Chemical & Engineering News article "Methanobactin Redux."

Eau Claire man relishes time with Packers

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Lee Weigel was featured in the Sept. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man relishes time with Packers."

Comparing universities just got easier

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Comparing universities just got easier."

'Big' mentor numbers up — Agency on pace to break last year's record

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kelly Blaskey was featured in the Sept. 6 Wausau Daily Herald article "'Big' mentor numbers up — Agency on pace to break last year's record."

Getting Pumped For Their Party: Youth Delegates at the RNC

UW-Eau Claire student Ashley King was interviewed for the Sept. 3 WISN-TV story "Getting Pumped For Their Party: Youth Delegates at the RNC" and the article "Republicans Looking Forward to Palin's Speech" in the Sept. 3 issue of The Daily Cardinal.

Program offers Chinese events

The UW-Eau Claire China 1+2+1 Partnership Program was the subject of the article "Program offers Chinese events" in the In Brief section of the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram.

Dorm Insurance: Protecting Your Student’s Stuff

Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, and UW-Eau Claire students Zach Boerner and Audrey Mohr were interviewed for the Sept. 4 WEAU-TV story "Dorm Insurance: Protecting Your Student’s Stuff."

McCain speech lauded by local GOP supporters

UW-Eau Claire students Bobby Hamill and Katie Geary were quoted in the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram article "McCain speech lauded by local GOP supporters."

Interim provost named at UW-Eau Claire

Marty Wood's new position as interim provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the article "Interim provost named at UW-Eau Claire" in the Local Briefs section of the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram.

Steve Murray named Deno Fitness Center Coordinator and Strength & Conditioning Coach

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Steve Murray was featured in the Macalester College news release "Steve Murray named Deno Fitness Center Coordinator and Strength & Conditioning Coach."

Blugold Fellow gains college experience

UW-Eau Claire student Beth Lutz and faculty members Eric Jamelske, economics, and Matt Evans, physics and astronomy, were quoted in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Blugold Fellow gains college experience."

Steven Tallant's New Position at Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Steven Tallant's new position as president of Texas A&M University-Kingsville was mentioned in the Local Briefs section of the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram.

Fresh Start Farmer's Mart

The Fresh Start Farmers Mart at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Morsels section of the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram.

Editorial: UW-EC ranking laudable, but not whole story

Chancellor Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram editorial "UW-EC ranking laudable, but not whole story" and in the Aug. 31 Leader-Telegram article "First jobs not always top shelf."

Local delegates primed for GOP convention

UW-Eau Claire student Ashley King was quoted in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Local delegates primed for GOP convention."

Ripon College gives freshmen free bikes for no-car pledges

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 28 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Ripon College gives freshmen free bikes for no-car pledges."

Catholic schools leaders change, core values remain

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Joe Eisenhuth was featured in the Aug. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Catholic schools leaders change, core values remain."

Moving into dorms a trying experience

UW-Eau Claire student Jenna Earley was quoted in the Aug. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Moving into dorms a trying experience."

Local artist wins national award

UW-Eau Claire alumna Marilyn Cuellar was featured in the Aug. 27 Isanti County (Minn.) News article "Local artist wins national award."

Quit Your Day Job: Megafaun

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Phil Cook was featured in the Aug. 27 Stereogum article "Quit Your Day Job: Megafaun."

Nursing's 'always needed,' and job numbers prove it

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Nursing's 'always needed,' and job numbers prove it."

UW-EC, UW-Stout ready for influx of students

A plan to minimize traffic congestion in the Clairemont Avenue construction zone was the subject of the Aug. 26 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, UW-Stout ready for influx of students."

Campus Safety Alerts Ready to Sound at UW Eau Claire

Mike Rindo, University Communications, Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, and UW-Eau Claire student and resident assistant Kelly Krapf were interviewed for the Aug. 27 WEAU-TV story "Campus Safety Alerts Ready to Sound at UW Eau Claire."

Kids will eat fruits, veggies — Study finds schools successful in promoting better nutrition

Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the Aug. 21 Stevens Point Journal article "Kids will eat fruits, veggies — Study finds schools successful in promoting better nutrition."

Do not open until 2056

Robin Leary, Development/Alumni Relations, a member of the Eau Claire County Board, recently helped create a time capsule to commemorate Eau Claire County’s 150th birthday. A photo of the time capsule, with the heading "Do not open until 2056," appeared in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram.

Inspire Healthier Choices by Exposing Kids to Fruits & Veggies!

Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the Aug. 25 Wholesome Tummies blog article "Inspire Healthier Choices by Exposing Kids to Fruits & Veggies!"

Tennis instructor steps into head coaching shoes

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kady Monson was featured in the Aug. 20 Rochester Post-Bulletin article "Tennis instructor steps into head coaching shoes."

Osseo native gets shot under the lights of Broadway

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Barry Anderson was featured in the Aug. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Osseo native gets shot under the lights of Broadway." Wil Denson (emeritus), music and theatre arts, also was quoted in the article.

UW-EC remains in top five Midwest public universities

UW-Eau Claire's recent fourth-place ranking among Midwestern regional public universities by U.S. News and World Report was featured in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC remains in top five Midwest public universities."

Online Marketing

Jean Pratt, information systems, was quoted in the Aug. 21 New York Times News Service article "Online Marketing."

Chancellor says goal is to become premier university

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Martin Wood, University Senate chair, were quoted in the Aug. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellor says goal is to become premier university."

UW-EC event pairs employers, students

Robin Johengen, Career Services, was quoted in the Aug. 19 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC event pairs employers, students."

UW Not Supporting Lowering Drinking Age Just Yet

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Aug. 19 WEAU-TV story "UW Not Supporting Lowering Drinking Age Just Yet."

Study finds kids will eat veggies at school

Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the Aug. 18 Wausau Daily Herald article "Study finds kids will eat veggies at school" and the Aug. 18 Capital Times article "Study: Students' exposure to produce inspires healthier choices." Lori Bica, psychology, also is mentioned in the Capital Times article.

UW-EC researcher takes on acid rain

Alan Gengenbach, chemistry, was quoted in the Aug. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC researcher takes on acid rain."

Candidate wrong on climate science

Jim Phillips, chemistry, authored the Aug. 16 Leader-Telegram opinion column "Candidate wrong on climate science."

Around Town

Nicole Poehling, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, was mentioned in the Aug. 16 Leader Telegram "Around Town" news briefs.

Chippewa Valley Astronomy Update

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

Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard

Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 8 PR Newswire article "Cyberbullying — Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard."

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."

UW-EC professor honored

Kris Presler, mathematics, was the subject of the Aug. 15 Leader-Telegram sports brief "UW-EC professor honored."

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."

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."

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."

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."

Summits target poverty relief

Karen Welch, English, was quoted in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Summits target poverty relief."

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.

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?"