UW business dean to lead search for private funding

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Knetter was featured in the Dec. 10 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UW business dean to lead search for private funding."
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UW-Eau Claire grad to play larger role at UW-Madison

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Knetter was featured in the Dec. 10 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire grad to play larger role at UW-Madison."
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Adult ADHD: An Overlooked Problem

William Frankenberger, psychology/Human Development Center, was quoted in the Oct. 1 SexualHealth.com article "Adult ADHD: An Overlooked Problem."

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UW System Board of Regents approves materials science major

UW-Eau Claire's new materials science major was the subject of the Dec. 10 BusinessNorth.com article "UW System Board of Regents approves materials science major."
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UW-EC has profound impact on local census figures

Wayne Carroll, economics, was interviewed for the Dec. 8 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC has profound impact on local census figures."
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'Economic Hit Man' talks change

The Dec. 8 Forum presentation by John Perkins was the subject of the Dec. 8 Leader-Telegram article "'Economic Hit Man' talks change."
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International Craft Sale Raises Money For Bone Marrow Registry Drive

The international craft sale, held Dec. 8 and 9 at UW-Eau Claire, was the subject of the Dec. 8 WEAU-TV story "International Craft Sale Raises Money For Bone Marrow Registry Drive."
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Waynesboro school policy to address cyberbullying

Research by Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the the Herald-Mail article "Waynesboro school policy to address cyberbullying."
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Augusta woman survived attack on Pearl Harbor

Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, was quoted in the Dec. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Augusta woman survived attack on Pearl Harbor."
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State's Unemployment Reserve Fund Running Low, Could Dry up by March

Duane Oyen, economics, was interviewed for the Dec. 5 WQOW-TV story "State's Unemployment Reserve Fund Running Low, Could Dry up by March."
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Regents approve new majors

UW-Eau Claire's new interdisciplinary materials science major was mentioned in the Dec. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Regents approve new majors."
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UW-EC offers new business program

Cynthia Hofacker, College of Business, and Ann Rupnow, Continuing Education, were quoted in the Dec. 6 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC offers new business program." Hofacker and Rupnow also were guests on the Dec. 8 WEAU-TV Today Show.
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Sargento promotes several employees

UW-Eau Claire alumna Katharine Richards was featured in the article "Sargento promotes several employees" in the "Who's News" section of the Dec. 7 Sheboygan Press.
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Blugolds' Terry Gibbons Wins 200th Game at UW-Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire men's basketball coach Terry Gibbons was featured in the Dec. 2 WEAU-TV story "Blugolds' Terry Gibbons Wins 200th Game at UW-Eau Claire."
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UW-Eau Claire student athletes Abby Freiborg and Emily Haese were featured in the
Nov. 19 WQOW-TV story "Freiborg, Haese Named VB All-Americans."
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Paul Bielmeier: Academic All-American

UW-Eau Claire student athlete Paul Bielmeier was featured in the Nov. 26 WQOW-TV story "Paul Bielmeier: Academic All-American."
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Christmas Book Delivers Unique Message

Li-Ying Bao, art & design, was interviewed for the Dec. 7 WQOW-TV story "Christmas Book Delivers Unique Message."
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Faculty and student on WPR's 'The West Side'

Bob Eierman, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning; April Bleske-Recheck, psychology; Beth Preston-Simon, English; and UW-Eau Claire student Kelsey Michels were guests on Wisconsin Public Radio’s "The West Side" Nov. 17. They discussed the goals of CETL and other teaching and learning issues.
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UW-Eau Claire to slash paperwork

A new software program, OrgSync, to be used by UW-Eau Claire student organizations, was discussed in the Dec. 5 Badger Herald article "UW-Eau Claire to slash paperwork."
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Regents to address pay plan, academic programs

UW-Eau Claire's proposed bachelor of science degree in materials science was mentioned in the Dec. 4 Badger Herald article "Regents to address pay plan, academic programs."
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Tuition sinking students into debt

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, was quoted in the Dec. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Tuition sinking students into debt."
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UW-Eau Claire senior earns NASA internship

UW-Eau Claire student Rochelle Halama was featured in the Dec. 3 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire senior earns NASA internship." Mohammed Elgindi, mathematics, also was quoted in the article.
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Comparing The Great Depression to Today's Economic Recession

Wayne Carroll, economics, was interviewed for the Dec. 3 WEAU-TV story "Comparing The Great Depression to Today's Economic Recession." Carroll also was interviewed during the Dec. 1 Sunrise program on WEAU-TV.
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Judge Ullsvik plans to retire in 2009

UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Ullsvik was featured in the Dec. 2 Watertown Daily Times article "Judge Ullsvik plans to retire in 2009."
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Storytellers to speak of holiday cheer

Rob Reid, foundations of education, was featured in the Nov. 30 Gimme 5 column "Storytellers to speak of holiday cheer."


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Alumna featured in Needham (Mass.) Times

UW-Eau Claire alumna Jacqueline Bouley was featured in the Business Notes section of the Dec. 1 Needham (Mass.) Times.
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Mixed results for donations to UW foundations

Kimera Way, Foundation, was interviewed for the Dec. 2 New Richmond News article "Mixed results for donations to UW foundations."
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UWEC Professor, a Mumbai Native, Comments on Terror in India

Ari Anand, geography and anthropology, was interviewed for the Dec. 1 WKOW-TV (Madison) story "UWEC Professor, a Mumbai Native, Comments on Terror in India."
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Violence in India concerns professors

Raj Aroskar, accounting and finance, was quoted in the Nov. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Violence in India concerns professors."
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Blugolds need mascot, not just a name

The idea of a UW-Eau Claire mascot was the subject of the Nov. 30 Leader-Telegram column "Blugolds need mascot, not just a name."
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Campus bike parking at a premium

Randy Palmer, Facilities Planning and Management; Kim O'Kelly, Parking and Transportation Services; and UW-Eau Claire student Aja Wagnitz were interviewed for the Nov. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Campus bike parking at a premium."
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David Backstrom: An Unsung Hero

David Backstrom, who retired from his position as director of University Police in 2004, was featured in the Nov. 26 WEAU-TV story "David Backstrom: An Unsung Hero."
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UWEC Students Vote For Green Fees

The UW-Eau Claire Student Senate referendum to increase student fees by $20 per year to help fund environmental projects on campus was the subject of the Nov. 26 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Students Vote For Green Fees."
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Area native snags dream internship working with NASA

UW-Eau Claire student Rochelle Halama was featured in the Nov. 28 LaCrosse Tribune article "Area native snags dream internship working with NASA."
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New Network To Help Keep College Grads in the Area

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 25 WEAU-TV story "New Network To Help Keep College Grads in the Area."
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Students tackle cyberbullying

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 25 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "Students tackle cyberbullying."
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UW-EC needs mascot, survey shows

John Bachmeier, Alumni Relations, was quoted in the Nov. 24 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC needs mascot, survey shows."
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Libraries Say Families are Responsible for Regulating What Kids Check Out

Kati Tvaruzka, McIntyre Library, was interviewed for the Nov. 19 WEAU-TV story "Libraries Say Families are Responsible for Regulating What Kids Check Out."
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Great American Smokeout set for today

The Colleges Against Cancer group at UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Great American Smokeout set for today." The article was reprinted in the Nov. 20 issue of TradingMarkets.com.
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UW-EC Forum speaker pins Mideast hopes on Obama

Tarique Ali's Nov. 19 presentation at UW-Eau Claire, part of The Forum series, was the subject of the Nov. 19 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Forum speaker pins Mideast hopes on Obama."
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Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra to play two concerts this weekend

Richard and Kristine Fletcher, music and theatre arts, were featured in the Nov. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra to play two concerts this weekend." Ivar Lunde Jr., emeritus, music and theatre arts; and David Gordon, emeritus, communication and journalism, were quoted and Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the article.
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Seminar addresses growth of cyber-bullying

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 19 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "Seminar addresses growth of cyber-bullying."
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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."
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UW-Madison sending more students abroad

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 17 Travel Observer article "UW-Madison sending more students abroad."
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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."
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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."
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Paul Wagner mentioned in 'Around Town'

Paul Wagner, computer science, was mentioned in the "Around Town" section of the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram.
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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."
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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."
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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."

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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."
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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.
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UW System Tightens Hiring

New UW System hiring procedures were highlighted in the WEAU-TV story "UW System Tightens Hiring."
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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."
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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."
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Hobbs dominates public budget discussion

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Hobbs dominates public budget discussion."
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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."
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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.
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Students sample healthful snacks

Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Students sample healthful snacks."
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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."
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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.
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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."
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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.'"
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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.
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Taking Stock

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dave Kallstrom was mentioned in the Taking Stock section of the Oct. 29 Wausau Daily Herald.
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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?"
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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."
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Learning with the Adventure Girls

Pamela Forman, sociology, was interviewed for the Oct. 22 WEAU-TV story "Learning with the Adventure Girls."
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Taking Stock

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chris Menard was featured in the accounting section of the Oct. 22 Wausau Daily Herald article "Taking Stock."
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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."
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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.”
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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.
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Candidates differ on energy policy

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