News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
UW-Eau Claire May Officially Get a Mascot
The possibility of a UW-Eau Claire mascot was the subject of the Nov. 17 WKOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire May Officially Get a Mascot."
UW-Madison sending more students abroad
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 17 Travel Observer article "UW-Madison sending more students abroad."
Hmong New Year's event highlights culture
UW-Eau Claire student Sherry Xiong was quoted in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Hmong New Year's event highlights culture."
Eau Claire facilities named for those who left a mark
Several UW-Eau Claire buildings were featured in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire facilities named for those who left a mark."
Paul Wagner mentioned in 'Around Town'
Paul Wagner, computer science, was mentioned in the "Around Town" section of the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram.
Students get science lessons from icky stuff
Todd Wellnitz, biology, and UW-Eau Claire student Barbie Bolek were quoted in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Students get science lessons from icky stuff."
Enough blame to go around
Michael Dorscher, communication and journalism, was quoted in the "Enough blame to go around" section of the Nov. 15 Green Bay Press-Gazette editorial "Quick takes on events in the news."
UW-Eau Claire to offer business classes to students and community members
Cynthia Hofacker, College of Business; Ann Rupnow, Continuing Education; and Debbie Gough, Advising and New Student Initiatives, were quoted in the BusinessNorth.com article "UW-Eau Claire to offer business classes to students and community members."
Kiplinger's Best Values Again Include UW-Eau Claire
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the WQOW-TV story "Kiplinger's Best Values Again Include UW-Eau Claire."
UW-EC center focuses on learning
Bob Eierman, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, was quoted in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC center focuses on learning." Kristin Schaupp, philosophy and religious studies, also was interviewed for the article.
UW System Tightens Hiring
New UW System hiring procedures were highlighted in the WEAU-TV story "UW System Tightens Hiring."
Eau Claire couple being honored for philanthropy
The UW-Eau Claire Foundation was mentioned in the Nov. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire couple being honored for philanthropy."
Effort aimed at helping Filipino boys get adopted
Pam Holsinger-Fuchs, Educational Opportunity Center, was featured in the Nov. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Effort aimed at helping Filipino boys get adopted."
Hobbs dominates public budget discussion
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Hobbs dominates public budget discussion."
Living Well: Get the most out of your treadmill exercise
UW-Eau Claire researchers were mentioned in the Nov. 9 Seattle (Wash.) Post-Intelligencer article "Living Well: Get the most out of your treadmill exercise."
Food drive set for Wednesday at UW-EC
The Cans Across America event Nov. 12 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the article "Food drive set for Wednesday at UW-EC" in the Local Briefs section of the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram.
Students sample healthful snacks
Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Students sample healthful snacks."
More police a deterrent? Many support idea for schools in era of violence and drugs; civil libertarians aren't so sure
Randall Beger, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 10 (Ogden, Utah) Standard-Examiner article "More police a deterrent? Many support idea for schools in era of violence and drugs; civil libertarians aren't so sure."
Macalester finds full-time fitness guru in Murray
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Steve Murray was featured in the article "Macalester finds full-time fitness guru in Murray" in the Nov. 7 issue of The Mac Weekly, a Macalester College student newspaper.
Regents consider spreading out doctoral degree options
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stakevich was quoted in the Nov. 7 Badger Herald article "Regents consider spreading out doctoral degree options."
UW-EC radio show designed to bridge cultural gaps
Judy Sims, communication and journalism, and UW-Eau Claire student Nessa Severson were quoted in the Nov. 6 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC radio show designed to bridge cultural gaps." Students Joe Tierney, Pierce Koch and Anne Moser also were mentioned in the article.
UW-Eau Claire play pays tribute to female astronauts
Jennifer Chapman, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Jennifer Sisko and Kathy Staats were quoted in the Nov. 5 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire play pays tribute to female astronauts."
Wood wins despite leaving Republican Party
Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 5 Leader-Telegram article
"Wood wins despite leaving Republican Party."
"Wood wins despite leaving Republican Party."
UW-Eau Claire Students Cast Ballots
UW-Eau Claire students Jessica Skrypek, Drew Donahue and Brittany Smith were interviewed for the Nov. 4 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Students Cast Ballots." The story also was aired on WKOW-TV in Madison.
Race not important to local voters
Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Race not important to local voters."
Voters cite economy, security
UW-Eau Claire students Kevin Cordova and Noah Joynes were quoted in the Nov. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Voters cite economy, security."
What I do: Help the election run
UW-Eau Claire alumna Maribeth Witzel-Behl was featured in the Nov. 3 Wisconsin State Journal column "What I do: Help the election run."
UW-Eau Claire Golden Key chapter wins awards and recognition
Paula Stuettgen, University Centers, and UW-Eau Claire student Claire Couillard were quoted in the Nov. 3 BusinessNorth.com article "UW-Eau Claire Golden Key chapter wins awards and recognition."
Folk Fair Festival: Travel the World in One Day
Krista Brown, Center for International Education, was interviewed for the Oct. 26 WQOW-TV story "Folk Fair Festival: Travel the World in One Day."
UW-Eau Claire Students Help with Yard Work
UW-Eau Claire students Ashley Sommer and Dan Rasmussen were interviewed for the Nov. 1 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Students Help with Yard Work."
Theater guild presents drama 'Tuesdays With Morrie
David Steele (emeritus), management and marketing, and Terry Allen (emeritus), music and theatre arts, were quoted in the Nov. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Theater guild presents drama 'Tuesdays With Morrie.'"
Making the Grade in Marathon Means Negotiating the Hills
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was mentioned in the article "Making the Grade in Marathon Means Negotiating the Hills" in the Oct. 30 issue of The New York Times.
Taking Stock
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dave Kallstrom was mentioned in the Taking Stock section of the Oct. 29 Wausau Daily Herald.
World's best marathoners run to local man for advice
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was featured in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "World's best marathoners run to local man for advice."
Festival offers chance for international education
UW-Eau Claire's 2008 International Folk Fair was the subject of the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Festival offers chance for international education." UW-Eau Claire student Hatem Kouraichi was mentioned in the article.
Goodwin named manager of water resources
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chris Goodwin was featured in the article "Goodwin named manager of water resources" in the Business briefs section of the Oct. 24 Chippewa Herald.
Technology Helps Students Cheat
Tom Hilton, information systems, and UW-Eau Claire student Josh Krebs was interviewed for the Oct. 15 WQOW-TV story "Technology Helps Students Cheat."
College Students Study How to Control Groundwater Contamination at WRR
UW-Eau Claire student Anna Baker was interviewed for the Oct. 23 WQOW-TV story "College Students Study How to Control Groundwater Contamination at WRR."
UWEC Professors Hit the Ice for Fundraiser
Mike Collins, UW-Eau Claire women's hockey coach, was interviewed for the Oct. 11 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Professors Hit the Ice for Fundraiser."
Carbon Neutral Team Presents Data on UWEC's Carbon Emissions
Kate Hale, English, the UW-Eau Claire sustainability fellow; Kristina Beuning, biology; and UW-Eau Claire student Robyn Fennig were interviewed for the Oct. 22 WQOW-TV story "Carbon Neutral Team Presents Data on UWEC's Carbon Emissions."
At Issue — National Debt: What it Means to You
Wayne Carroll, economics, was interviewed for the Oct. 2 WQOW-TV story "At Issue — National Debt: What it Means to You."
At Issue — Global Warming: Where Do We Go From Here?
Jim Phillips, chemistry, was interviewed for the Oct. 7 WQOW-TV story "At Issue — Global Warming: Where Do We Go From Here?"
New Leadership for Midwest Region of the American Red Cross
UW-Eau Claire alumna Tricia Rubens was featured in the Oct. 23 WOWT.com story "New Leadership for Midwest Region of the American Red Cross."
Learning with the Adventure Girls
Pamela Forman, sociology, was interviewed for the Oct. 22 WEAU-TV story "Learning with the Adventure Girls."
Taking Stock
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chris Menard was featured in the accounting section of the Oct. 22 Wausau Daily Herald article "Taking Stock."
Vontoo Names New CEO
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kim Graham Lee was featured in the Oct. 21 Inside Indiana press release "Vontoo Names New CEO."
Paying for College During Rough Economic Times
Kathy Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, was interviewed for the Oct. 22 WEAU-TV story “Paying for College During Rough Economic Times.”
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."
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