News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Legacy Lives on Through Community Service
UW-Eau Claire student Lindsey Johnson and alumnus Jeremy Gragert were interviewed for the Jan. 19 WEAU-TV story "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Legacy Lives on Through Community Service."
Obama Mania: Why There's Hype for the Next President
Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, and David Lewis, chemistry, were interviewed for the Jan. 19 WEAU-TV story "Obama Mania: Why There's Hype for the Next President."
Moot on Pak-China ties on 26th
Tarique Niazi, sociology, was mentioned in the article "Moot on Pak-China ties on 26th" in the Jan. 16 issue of The News International.
Social work master's program now available at UW-Eau Claire
A new program in which human service professionals can earn a master's degree in social work by taking classes at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Jan. 15 BusinessNorth.com article "Social work master's program now available at UW-Eau Claire."
The women’s race is really ‘on’ in Dubai; marathon pacing enters the modern age
Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the Jan. 15 International Association of Athletics Federations article "The women’s race is really ‘on’ in Dubai; marathon pacing enters the modern age."
Into the Woods — The Bon Iver Sound
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the article "Into the Woods — The Bon Iver Sound" in the Jan. 12 issue of The New Yorker.
Teacher moonlights on drums at Starlite
UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Kies was featured in the Jan. 11 La Crosse Tribune article "Teacher moonlights on drums at Starlite." David's wife, Jennifer Kies, a UW-Eau Claire alumna, also was mentioned in the article.
All In the Family — Eau Claire father pens youth books for his kids
UW-Eau Claire alumna Jessica Scheberl, was mentioned in the Jan. 8 Volume One article "All In the Family — Eau Claire father pens youth books for his kids." Scheberl illustrated the book featured in the article.
News welcomes new reporter
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Aaron Olson was featured in the Jan. 11 Dunn County News article "News welcomes new reporter."
Aldo Leopold banquet will encourage land ethic
The Aldo Leopold banquet, sponsored by UW-Eau Claire's Environmental Adventure Center and planned for Feb. 27, was the subject of the Jan. 9 Chippewa Herald article "Aldo Leopold banquet will encourage land ethic."
Jan. 27 audition planned for original musical at Heyde Center
Michael Cunningham, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the Jan. 9 Chippewa.com article "Jan. 27 audition planned for original musical at Heyde Center."
Poet writes book in response to cancer diagnosis
Nadine St. Louis (emerita), English, was featured in the Jan. 11 Leader-Telegram column "Poet writes book in response to cancer diagnosis."
President-Elect Obama Unveils Stimulus Plan
Rodd Freitag, political science, was interviewed for the Jan. 8 WQOW-TV story "President-Elect Obama Unveils Stimulus Plan."
A Couple of UWEC Horn Students to Play Carnegie
UW-Eau Claire students Megan Pattarozzi and Tyler Adam were featured in the Jan. 8 VolumeOne article "A Couple of UWEC Horn Students to Play Carnegie."
Global Warming Exists, According to Santa
A new book by Li-Ying Bao, art & design, and Eau Claire resident R. Michael Webb was featured in the Jan. 8 VolumeOne article "Global Warming Exists, According to Santa."
UWEC a 'Top Value College'
UW-Eau Claire's designation as one of The Princeton Review's top 100 "Best Value Colleges for 2009" was the subject of the Jan. 8 WEAU-TV story "UWEC a 'Top Value College.'"
Spreading cost of dorm damage unfair
Charles Major, Housing and Residence Life, was quoted in the Jan. 8 Leader-Telegram column "Spreading cost of dorm damage unfair."
UW-Eau Claire named a 'Best Value College' for 2009
UW-Eau Claire was named as one of The Princeton Review's top 100 "Best Value Colleges for 2009" in the United States. The Princeton Review's list — featured in the Jan. 8 USA TODAY newspaper and on its Web site — includes 50 public and 50 private institutions. UW-Eau Claire is the only college or university from Wisconsin included on the list.
Civil Rights Pilgrimage interview
Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students office, and UW-Eau Claire student Jana Casperson were guests on the WEAU-TV Today show Jan. 7 to discuss the upcoming UW-Eau Claire Civil Rights Pilgrimage.
Fifth Element to perform in New Richmond
The UW-Eau Claire a cappella group Fifth Element was featured in the Jan. 5 New Richmond News article "Fifth Element to perform in New Richmond."
22 Student Soldiers to Deploy
Marc Goulet, Dean of Students office, was mentioned in the Jan. 7 WEAU-TV story "22 Student Soldiers to Deploy." A related story, "22 UW-Eau Claire Students to Deploy to Iraq in Spring," aired on WQOW-TV in Eau Claire and on WKOW-TV in Madison.
State superintendent candidates
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Todd Price was featured in the Jan. 5 WLUK-TV story "State superintendent candidates."
New cyber-bullying law is being used in St. Louis area
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Dec. 17 St. Louis Post-Dispatch article "New cyber-bullying law is being used in St. Louis area."
Four educators vie for two seats on EC school board
Kathryn Duax (emerita), music and theatre arts; Bob Janke (emeritus), geography and anthropology; and Nick Smiar, social work, were interviewed for the Jan. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Four educators vie for two seats on EC school board."
UW-EC Students to Teach in Kenya with Oprah's Group
UW-Eau Claire students Zack Ryan and Heather Witt were featured in the Jan. 6 WEAU-TV story "UW-EC Students to Teach in Kenya with Oprah's Group."
Career Counseling Offered to Chippewa Valley Residents
Pam Holsinger-Fuchs, Educational Opportunity Center, was interviewed for the Jan. 5 WQOW-TV story "Career Counseling Offered to Chippewa Valley Residents."
Blugolds men's basketball: Roginski enjoying new role as assistant coach
UW-Eau Claire's assistant men's basketball coach Rich Roginski was featured in the Jan. 4 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram article "Blugolds men's basketball: Roginski enjoying new role as assistant coach." Head coach Terry Gibbons and student-athlete Jordan Kappen also were quoted in the article.
Police Say Campus-Area Burglaries Increase During Winter Break
UW-Eau Claire students living in off-campus housing were the focus of the Dec. 29 WEAU-TV story "Police Say Campus-Area Burglaries Increase During Winter Break."
New teacher wins new award
UW-Eau Claire alumna Emily Prendergast was featured in the Dec. 31 Woodbury (Minn.) Bulletin article "New teacher wins new award."
Resolved: 2009 year to embrace ethical conduct
UW-Eau Claire student Glen Mabie was mentioned in the Jan. 1 Oshkosh Northwestern editorial "Resolved: 2009 year to embrace ethical conduct."
Hospital staff sacrifices holiday to help treat sick
UW-Eau Claire student Hassan Hijleh was quoted in the Dec. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Hospital staff sacrifices holiday to help treat sick."
Once a nurse, now a teacher
Jodi (Lotzer) Weinfurter, a 1986 UW-Eau Claire elementary education graduate, was featured in the Dec. 24 Woodbury (Minn.) Bulletin article "Once a nurse, now a teacher."
Buleria, Solea y Rumba
A review of UW-Eau Claire Jazz Ensemble I's CD, "Buleria, Solea y Rumba," was posted Dec. 26 on allaboutjazz.com.
Fans pumped for Bon Iver homecoming
Justin Vernon, a 2004 UW-Eau Claire comparative religions graduate, was featured in the Dec. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Fans pumped for Bon Iver homecoming" about the Dec. 22 performance of Vernon's band, Bon Iver, at Eau Claire's State Theater.
Bloomer nursing home residents share lives through scrapbooks
UW-Eau Claire students and sisters Angela Bulger, a senior health care administration major, and Amanda Bulger, a senior art major, were mentioned in the Dec. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Bloomer nursing home residents share lives through scrapbooks."
A Nation of Statesmen
"A Nation of Statesmen," a book by James Oberly, UW-Eau Claire professor of history, is featured in a Dec. 22 posting on the Algonkian Church History Blog.
Local students give the gift of literacy this holiday season
The UW-Eau Claire Golden Key International Honor Society's holiday book drive for schools in Africa was the subject of the Dec. 19 WQOW-TV story "Local students give the gift of literacy this holiday season."
Business alumnus delivers UW-EC graduation address
UW-Eau Claire's December commencement address by alumnus Terence McMahon was the subject of the Dec. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Business alumnus delivers UW-EC graduation address."
Master plan will allow full examination of UW-EC
Funding approved by the state building commission for a UW-Eau Claire comprehensive master plan was the subject of the Dec. 20 Leader-Telegram story "Master plan will allow full examination of UW-EC."
UW-Eau Claire Student Sketches Portraits of Nursing Home Residents
UW-Eau Claire student Amanda Bulger was featured in the Dec. 18 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Student Sketches Portraits of Nursing Home Residents."
UW-Eau Claire Gets Green Light for Comprehensive Master Plan
Funding approved by the state building commission for a UW-Eau Claire comprehensive master plan was the subject of the Dec. 18 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Gets Green Light for Comprehensive Master Plan."
US cyberbullying laws do little to deter behaviour, experts say
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the article "US cyberbullying laws do little to deter behaviour, experts say" in the Dec. 17 issue of The Guardian.
Local woman writes book on Internet dating
UW-Eau Claire alumna Joellyn Dahlin was featured in the Dec. 18 Fond du Lac Reporter article "Local woman writes book on Internet dating."
Alden, Imai, Starr Awarded Tenure
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Masami Imai was featured in the Dec. 17 Wesleyan Connection article "Alden, Imai, Starr Awarded Tenure."
State Money Could Help UWEC Building Projects Get Off the Ground
Rick Gonzales, Facilities Planning and Management, and UW-Eau Claire students Katie Sjoberg and Chris Malina were interviewed for the Dec. 16 WQOW-TV story "State Money Could Help UWEC Building Projects Get Off the Ground."
Eau Claire County seeks ways to trim expo center's tax subsidy
Robin Leary, Development/Alumni Relations, was quoted in the Dec. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire County seeks ways to trim expo center's tax subsidy."
Navy awards Chippewa Valley Airshow
Mariann Kolar, Financial Aid, was mentioned in the article "Navy awards Chippewa Valley Airshow" in the Local Briefs section of the Dec. 16 Leader-Telegram.
New cyber-bullying law is being used in St. Louis area
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Dec. 17 St. Louis (Mo.) Post-Dispatch article "New cyber-bullying law is being used in St. Louis area."
Hopkins-Best appointed dean of college at UW-Stout
UW-Eau Claire alumna Mary Hopkins-Best was featured in the Nov. 16 Dunn County News article "Hopkins-Best appointed dean of college at UW-Stout."
Popular professor set to retire
William Frankenberger, psychology/Human Development Center, was featured in the Dec. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Popular professor set to retire." Richard Fuhrer (emeritus), psychology, also was quoted in the article.
Local fans applaud Eau Claire band's appearance on 'David Letterman'
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon's band, Bon Iver, was featured in the Dec. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Local fans applaud Eau Claire band's appearance on 'David Letterman.'" Alumnus Sean Carey also is a member of the band.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
'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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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.
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."
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."
Nov. 19 WQOW-TV story "Freiborg, Haese Named VB All-Americans."
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."
Christmas Book Delivers Unique Message
Li-Ying Bao, art & design, was interviewed for the Dec. 7 WQOW-TV story "Christmas Book Delivers Unique Message."
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.
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."
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."
Tuition sinking students into debt
Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, was quoted in the Dec. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Tuition sinking students into debt."
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.
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.
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
Violence in India concerns professors
Raj Aroskar, accounting and finance, was quoted in the Nov. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Violence in India concerns professors."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
Students tackle cyberbullying
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 25 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "Students tackle cyberbullying."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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.
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."
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."
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