Director hired for UW-EC's EOC

Pamela Holsinger-Fuchs, Educational Opportunity Center, and Kyle Buchmann, Foundation, were mentioned in the article "Director hired for UW-EC's EOC" in the Briefcase section of the Oct. 18 Leader-Telegram.

Roginski Joins UWEC Men's Basketball Coaching Staff

Rich Roginski, a new member of the UW-Eau Claire men's basketball coaching staff, was featured in the Oct. 21 WEAU-TV story "Roginski Joins UWEC Men's Basketball Coaching Staff."

Eau Claire library series looks at what, how we eat

Eric Jamelske, economics, and Kate Hale, English, were mentioned in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire library series looks at what, how we eat."

Kudos for UW-EC stage production

The UW-Eau Claire production of "Bent" was the subject of a letter titled "Kudos for UW-EC stage production," which appeared in the Oct. 20 issue of the Leader-Telegram.

EC Park Gets Historical Marker

Robin Leary, Development/Alumni Relations, was interviewed for the Oct. 18 WEAU-TV story "EC Park Gets Historical Marker." Leary, an alumna of UW-Eau Claire, is the Eau Claire County supervisor. UW-Eau Claire history students Beth Erdey, Matt Foss, Caitlin Olejneiczak, James Traczek and Mark Westpfahl also were involved in the Eau Claire County sesquicentennial project.

Cave tours feature ghosts of Stillwater's past

UW-Eau Claire student Tyler Morris was mentioned in the Oct. 16 St. Croix Valley Press article "Cave tours feature ghosts of Stillwater's past."

Former Blugolds translated basketball's lessons to life

UW-Eau Claire alumni Mike Prasher and Mike Johnson were featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Former Blugolds translated basketball's lessons to life."

Memorial names Sparger interim baseball coach

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dave Sparger was featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Memorial names Sparger interim baseball coach."

Found Footage Fest returns to Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire alumni Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher were featured in the Oct. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Found Footage Fest returns to Eau Claire."

Souring stocks: Indexes take hit

UW-Eau Claire students Ryan Tessmer and David Hennick were quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Souring stocks: Indexes take hit." Eric Jamelske, economics, also was mentioned in the article.

Candidates differ on energy policy

Wayne Carroll, economics, was quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Candidates differ on energy policy."

Ski Sprites haunted house opens Friday

The UW-Eau Claire water-ski club was mentioned in the Oct. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Ski Sprites haunted house opens Friday."

North to induct four into Hall of Fame

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brian McQuillan was mentioned in the Oct. 15 Leader-Telegram article "North to induct four into Hall of Fame."

Luther Midelfort medical library open to public

Ruth Cronje, English, was quoted in the Oct. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Luther Midelfort medical library open to public."

Politics Heat Up the UWEC Campus

UW-Eau Claire students Lindsay Kline, Jenna Posch, Kellen Augustine, Katie Hoffman and Emily Newman were interviewed for the Oct. 14 WEAU-TV story "Politics Heat Up the UWEC Campus."

Former author talks about dangers of modified foods

Jeffrey Smith’s Oct. 13 Forum presentation at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Oct. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Former author talks about dangers of modified foods."

Chippewa Valley Symphony enters new season

Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Chippewa Valley Symphony enters new season."

Despite bailout, worry prevails

UW-Eau Claire student Brian Day was quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Despite bailout, worry prevails."

Eau Claire artist to donate sales to State Theatre gallery

Janet Carson (emerita), art & design, was featured in the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire artist to donate sales to State Theatre gallery."

Book recounts sisters' abuse

Pat Christopherson, social work, was interviewed for the Oct. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Book recounts sisters' abuse."

Live Chat, Oct. 10: Cyberbullying and Schools

Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Oct. 9 Gather.com posting "Live Chat, Oct. 10: Cyberbullying and Schools."

Reporter sees friend struggle with cancer

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brian McQuillan was featured in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram "Off Beat" column "Reporter sees friend struggle with cancer."

Musical trip to Europe was unforgettable for WS teen

UW-Eau Claire student David Schomberg was featured in the Oct. 9 West Salem Coulee News article "Musical trip to Europe was unforgettable for WS teen."

Stressed Women

Jonathon Halbesleben, management and marketing, was interviewed for the Oct. 9 WEAU-TV story "Stressed Women."

UW-EC play 'Bent' shows new angle of Holocaust

Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Ryan McDaniel and Chris Goltz were quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC play 'Bent' shows new angle of Holocaust."

Foundations struggle with money woes

Kim Way, Foundation, was quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Foundations struggle with money woes."

Eau Claire art teacher honored as best in state

UW-Eau Claire alumna Pat Binder was featured in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire art teacher honored as best in state."

WIAA Executive Director to Step Down

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Doug Chickering was featured in the Oct. 8 WiscTV.com story "WIAA Executive Director to Step Down."

XOJET Continues Expansion with Addition of Four Senior Management Team Members

UW-Eau Claire alumna Holly Nelson was mentioned in the Oct. 7 Market Watch article "XOJET Continues Expansion with Addition of Four Senior Management Team Members."

UW-EC student works with marine animals in program

UW-Eau Claire student Kristine Funk was quoted in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student works with marine animals in program."

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."