Downturn fuels interest in advanced degrees

Robert Erffmeyer, management and marketing, was quoted in the March 22 Leader-Telegram article "Downturn fuels interest in advanced degrees."
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Area Lawmakers Question State Funding for University Building Projects

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the March 20 WQOW-TV story "Area Lawmakers Question State Funding for University Building Projects."
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Still a Positive Job Market for Northeast Bank Insurance Group

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kathy Anderson was featured in the March 19 MaineBusiness.com article "Still a Positive Job Market for Northeast Bank Insurance Group."
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UW-EC chef a delegate at slow food event

Christian Wise, Blugold Dining, was featured in the March 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chef a delegate at slow food event." Candy Wilson, University Centers, also was quoted in the article. Wise also wrote the March 17 Leader-Telegram article "Slow food movement explores options, impacts."
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Who's news: First National Bank names commercial vice president

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Paul Gocker was featured in the Neenah section of the March 15 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Who's news: First National Bank names commercial vice president."
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School board candidates float budget ideas

Bob Janke, geography and anthropology (emeritus); UW-Eau Claire alumna Wendy Sue Johnson; Kathryn Duax, music and theatre arts (emeritus); and Nick Smiar, social work, were quoted in the March 19 Leader-Telegram article "School board candidates float budget ideas."
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Piano concert March 29 at BACC

Donald Patterson, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire student Sam Emmons were mentioned in the March 19 Barron News Shield article "Piano concert March 29 at BACC."
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Seniors encouraged to dabble

UW-Eau Claire's 21st annual Senior Americans' Day was the subject of the March 18 Leader-Telegram article "Seniors encouraged to dabble." Katherine Schneider, UW-Eau Claire senior psychologist emerita, is quoted in the article.
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Slow food movement explores options, impacts

"Slow food movement explores options, impacts," an article by Christian Wise, general manager and executive chef of Blugold Dining at UW-Eau Claire, appeared in the March 17 issue of the Leader-Telegram.
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UW-EC chef a delegate at slow food event

Christian Wise, general manager and executive chef of Blugold Dining at UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the March 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chef a delegate at slow food event." Candice Wilson, associate director of University Centers, also is quoted in the article.
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Volunteers rehab old bikes, give them to needy

UW-Eau Claire alumni Zac Barnes and Kyle Zander were interviewed for the March 15 Leader-Telegram story "Volunteers rehab old bikes, give them to needy." UW-Eau Claire student Ali Gillberg also appears in a photo published with the story.
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UW-Eau Claire Student to Compete for Title of Miss Wisconsin

UW-Eau Claire student Maria White was featured in the March 16 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Student to Compete for Title of Miss Wisconsin."
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Community makes way for new Hmong leadership

UW-Eau Claire alumna Caitlin Lee was quoted in the March 14 Leader-Telegram story "Community makes way for new Hmong leadership."
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Empty Bowls brims with volunteers

UW-Eau Claire art students were mentioned in the March 13 Leader-Telegram article "Empty Bowls brims with volunteers."
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Violence doesn't deter spring break trips to Mexico

UW-Eau Claire student Sara Strehlow and Rita Sperstad, nursing, were quoted in the March 13 Leader-Telegram article "Violence doesn't deter spring break trips to Mexico."
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Why Wisconsinites and Americans Are Less Religious

Charlene Burns, philosophy and religious studies, was interviewed for the March 12 WEAU-TV story "Why Wisconsinites and Americans Are Less Religious ."
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Asian American Cultural Extravaganza at UW-Eau Claire March 26

The UW-Eau Claire Student Senate, Hmong Student Association and Residence Hall Association were mentioned in the March 13 WQOW-TV story "Asian American Cultural Extravaganza at UW-Eau Claire March 26."
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Academic spotlight

UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Hicks and alumna Maria Nocenti were mentioned in the March 11 Green Bay Press-Gazette's "Academic spotlight."
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Eye on Earmarks: Group Details Spending in Wisconsin

Funding for UW-Eau Claire's Campus Autism Program was the subject of the March 11 WQOW-TV story "Eye on Earmarks: Group Details Spending in Wisconsin."
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Fix Your Bike For Free

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 11 WEAU-TV story "Fix Your Bike For Free."
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Technology Experts Weigh in on Student Hacking Incident

Chip Eckardt, Learning and Technology Services, was interviewed for the March 11 WQOW-TV story "Technology Experts Weigh in on Student Hacking Incident."
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Tax help times revised

The revised hours for UW-Eau Claire accounting students' help with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program were the subject of the article "Tax help times revised" in the Business Briefs section of the March 11 Leader-Telegram.
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University Warns Students About Traveling In Mexico

Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office, was interviewed for the March 11 WEAU-TV story "University Warns Students About Traveling In Mexico."
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Spring break travelers cautious

UW-Eau Claire student Danielle Smith was quoted in the March 11 Wrightstown Post Gazette article "Spring break travelers cautious" and the March 12 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "Students urged to use caution south of border."
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Eau Claire Hosting NCAA Div. 3 Softball Championships

The 2010 NCAA Division III Softball Championship, to be hosted by UW-Eau Claire, was the subject of the March 10 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire Hosting NCAA Div. 3 Softball Championships."
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Eden Prairie-based band is set to have music featured on ‘Gossip Girl'

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Sean Hogan was featured in the March 10 Eden Prairie (Minn.) News article "Eden Prairie-based band is set to have music featured on ‘Gossip Girl.'"
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Innovative Task Force Garners Solidarity to Help Patients Quit Tobacco

Joyce Smith, Student Health Service, was quoted in the UW Medical School’s Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention article "Innovative Task Force Garners Solidarity to Help Patients Quit Tobacco."
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Eau Claire County Has Second Lowest Unemployment in State

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 9 WEAU-TV story "Eau Claire County Has Second Lowest Unemployment in State."
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UW-Eau Claire alumna Tracy Morton in Duluth News Tribune

UW-Eau Claire alumna Tracy Morton was mentioned in the Hires and Promotions section of "Biz Buzz" in the March 9 Duluth News Tribune.
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Good Weather For Eau Claire's Annual Shamrock Shuffle

Paula Ramminger, University Recreation and Sport Facilities, was interviewed for the March 8 WEAU-TV story "Good Weather For Eau Claire's Annual Shamrock Shuffle."
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Hope blooms with daffodil fundraiser

UW-Eau Claire student Eileen Wesener was quoted in the March 6 Leader-Telegram article "Hope blooms with daffodil fundraiser."
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Chippewa Falls Choosing New Superintendent

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Thomas Hughes was featured in the March 6 WEAU-TV story "Chippewa Falls Choosing New Superintendent" and the March 6 WQOW-TV story "Chippewa Falls School Board Selects Finalist for Superintendent Position."
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Documentary on Vietnam nurses inspires new research

Cheryl Lapp, nursing, and UW-Eau Claire students Allison Quinn, Emily Skurla, Heather Nichols and Phillip Seep were featured in the story "Documentary on Vietnam nurses inspires new research" in the March 6 issue of Reflections on Nursing Leadership. (No link available.)
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UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Perry on WQOW-TV

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Perry was featured in an in-depth interview on WQOW-TV. Listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of interview.
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Robert Baca on WEAU-TV Today Show

Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, was interviewed about the Eau Claire Jazz Festival on the March 5 WEAU-TV Today show.
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Need Help With Your Income Taxes? UW-Eau Claire Students Can Help

A program in which UW-Eau Claire accounting students help people with their income taxes was the subject of the March 5 WEAU-TV story "Need Help With Your Income Taxes? UW-Eau Claire Students Can Help."
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UW-EC, Stout budget-tightening under way

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the March 5 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout budget-tightening under way."
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Monthlong jazz festival is under way

The 2009 Eau Claire Jazz Festival was the subject of the March 4 Leader-Telegram article "Monthlong jazz festival is under way."
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Leopold's influence surpassed conservation

The Feb. 27 Aldo Leopold Banquet, partially sponsored by UW-Eau Claire, was mentioned in the March 5 Leader-Telegram article "Leopold's influence surpassed conservation."
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UW-EC students angry over proposed code changes for off-campus law violations

UW-Eau Claire Student Senate member Aaron Brewster, Student Senate president Tim Lauer, and Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office, were quoted in the March 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students angry over proposed code changes for off-campus law violations."
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New UW-Eau Claire Student Center Plans Move Forward

UW-Eau Claire’s new student center site was the subject of the March 3 WQOW-TV story "New UW-Eau Claire Student Center Plans Move Forward."
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Doyle Seeking Comment on Budget

Wisconsin Gov. Doyle’s upcoming public hearing at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the March 4 WEAU-TV stories "Doyle to Hold Public Hearings in Eau Claire and Sparta on State Budget" and "Doyle Seeking Comment on Budget" and the March 4 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire to host hearing on state budget."
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UW-EC student to vie for Miss Wisconsin crown

UW-Eau Claire student Maria White was featured in the March 4 Leader-Telegram article
"UW-EC student to vie for Miss Wisconsin crown."
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Governor appoints former circuit judge William Baillargeon to district court bench in Allegan County

UW-Eau Claire alumnus William Baillargeon was featured in the March 5 Kalamazoo Gazette article "Governor appoints former circuit judge William Baillargeon to district court bench in Allegan County."
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Drive draws potential bone marrow donors

Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history; Asha Sen, English; and UW-Eau Claire student Andy Arends were quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram article "Drive draws potential bone marrow donors."

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Site chosen for new UW-Eau Claire student center

Beth Hellwig, Dean of Students Office, and Student Senate president Tim Lauer were quoted in the March 4 Leader-Telegram article "Site chosen for new UW-Eau Claire student center."
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Girl Scouts Get an Image Make Over

UW-Eau Claire student Rachel Byrne was interviewed for the March 3 WEAU-TV story "Girl Scouts Get an Image Make Over."
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New Davies Center Site Chosen

The new UW-Eau Claire student center site was the subject of the March 3 WEAU-TV story "New Davies Center Site Chosen" and the March 3 Leader-Telegram story "Site picked for new UW-Eau Claire student center."
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UW-Eau Claire selects new student center site

The UW-Eau Claire news release "UW-Eau Claire selects new student center site" was posted on wisbusiness.com March 3.
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Eau Claire Judge Applies For Federal Judgeship Vacancy

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lisa Stark was featured in the March 3 WEAU-TV story "Eau Claire Judge Applies For Federal Judgeship Vacancy."
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Prof studies city Wal-Mart saga

Mike Dorsher, communication and journalism, was featured in the March 2 Owen Sound (Canada) Sun Times article "Prof studies city Wal-Mart saga." Dorsher is scheduled to present lectures on his findings March 30 at Brandon University in Manitoba and April 8 at McGill University in Montreal, where he has been based while on sabbatical. He will return to UW-Eau Claire in fall 2009.
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UW-Eau Claire Holds Bone Marrow Drive

The March 3 bone marrow drive at UW-Eau Claire, in memory of Eberth Alarcón, was the subject of the March 2 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Holds Bone Marrow Drive."
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UW System faculty/staff union advocates upbeat

Rick Richmond, Learning and Technology Services, was quoted in the March 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW System faculty/staff union advocates upbeat."
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Survivors share memories of Great Depression

Wayne Carroll, economics, was quoted in the Feb. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Survivors share memories of Great Depression."
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Bon Iver: Permanent Chippewa Valley Pride

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Feb. 27 WEAU-TV story "Bon Iver: Permanent Chippewa Valley Pride."
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Growth Strategies Laboratory Thrives in Small Town

UW-Eau Claire alumni Michael Bean, Richard Hovland, Teresa Killoren and Linda Bollinger were featured in the article "Growth Strategies Laboratory Thrives in Small Town" in the Feb. 23 issue of The Business News.
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Students discuss race at UW-Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire students Abou Amara Jr., Tamika Marchbanks, Joe Webb and Angie Jones were quoted in the Feb. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Students discuss race at UW-Eau Claire." Jesse Dixon, Office of Multicultural Affairs, also was mentioned in the article.
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Stimulus funds to reach Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire students Ben Ziemann and Alexander Trow were quoted in the Feb. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Stimulus funds to reach Eau Claire."
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I've always wondered who lives there — 705 Vermillion St.

UW-Eau Claire alumni Dan Greil and Julia (Leisz) Greil were featured in the Feb. 25 Hastings (Minn.) Star-Gazette article "I've always wondered who lives there — 705 Vermillion St."
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'Go West' exhibit features to CR artists

UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Lewis was featured in the Feb. 27 Eureka, Calif., Times-Standard article "'Go West' exhibit features to CR artists."
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UW-EC Concert Choir performs at Kennedy Center

Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire student Pat Jones were quoted in the Feb. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Concert Choir performs at Kennedy Center."
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Teaching Hmong Children Confidence Through Athletics

UW-Eau Claire student True Vang was featured in the Feb. 25 WEAU-TV story "Teaching Hmong Children Confidence Through Athletics."
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UW-EC presents comic opera 'Albert Herring

Mitra Sadeghpour, music and theatre arts; and UW-Eau Claire students Kevin Newell, Lauren Tompkins and Allison Wells were quoted in the Feb. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC presents comic opera 'Albert Herring.'"
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Jessica Kraker '99 is Visiting Latterell Alumna

Jessica Kraker, mathematics, was featured in the Feb. 24 University of Minnesota Morris article "Jessica Kraker '99 is Visiting Latterell Alumna."
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The Shamrock Shuffle

Lisa Schuetz and Paula Ramminger, University Recreation and Sport Facilities, were interviewed for the Feb. 24 WEAU-TV story "The Shamrock Shuffle."
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History faculty on WPR's 'Spectrum West.'

Bob Gough and Teresa Sanislo, history, will discuss the historical and contemporary ties between Central Europe and Wisconsin on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" Feb. 26. The show will air on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Tom Hilton on WPR's 'The West Side'

Tom Hilton, information systems, will be one of the panelists discussing computer security on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" Feb. 24. The show will air on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Fundraisers take the plunge

UW-Eau Claire student Dominique Lasalle was quoted in the Feb. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Fundraisers take the plunge."
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Program promotes young entrepreneurs

Libby Thurston, Continuing Education, was quoted in the Feb. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Program promotes young entrepreneurs." Jim Mishefske, Continuing Education, also was mentioned in the article.
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Are You Brave Enough to Brave the Recession with a New Business?

Jim Mishefske, Continuing Education, was interviewed for the Feb. 20 WEAU-TV story "Are You Brave Enough to Brave the Recession with a New Business?"
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Sand mine opponents challenge DNR

Crispin Pierce, public health professions, was quoted in the Feb. 20 Chippewa Herald article
"Sand mine opponents challenge DNR."
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UW-EC students design airport logo

UW-Eau Claire student John Ziemer and art & design faculty member Christos Theo were quoted in the Feb. 21 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students design airport logo." Students Juliann Sylla, Joshua Anderson, Shane Carey, Fiona Erdmann and Nick Leiferman also were mentioned in the article.
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From Wisconsin to War: Soldiers Prepare to Leave Home

UW-Eau Claire student Rebecca Seichter was interviewed for the Feb. 20 WEAU-TV story "From Wisconsin to War: Soldiers Prepare to Leave Home."
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'American Idol' winner performs at UW-EC

The Feb. 18 David Cook concert at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Feb. 20 Leader-Telegram article "'American Idol' winner performs at UW-EC."
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Hmong Community Searching For Leadership

Freeman Vue, Housing and Residence Life, was featured in the Feb. 19 WEAU-TV story "Hmong Community Searching For Leadership."
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In a Bind — class on the art of binding books comes to Eau Claire

Wanrudee Buranakorn, art & design, was featured in the Feb. 19 VolumeOne article "In a Bind — class on the art of binding books comes to Eau Claire." Phil Huelsbeck, Continuing Education, also was quoted in the article.
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Kind listens in

Lois Taft, nursing, was quoted in the article "Kind listens in" in the Feb. 19 issue of The Spectator. Eric Jamelske and Thomas Kemp, economics, also were mentioned in the article.
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UW-EC chancellor: State wage freeze not unexpected

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Feb. 18 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor: State wage freeze not unexpected."
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New chamber president has community focus

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Wallace Apland was featured in the Feb. 18 Jackson County Chronicle article "New chamber president has community focus."
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College Life, Dream Job: UW-EC Student Hosting Show on Outdoor Channel

UW-Eau Claire student Brandon Wikman was featured in the Feb. 16 WEAU-TV story "College Life, Dream Job: UW-EC Student Hosting Show on Outdoor Channel."
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City Council Election Preview: District 2

UW-Eau Claire alumni William Sarkauskas, David Klinkhammer and Eric Rosenquist were featured in the Feb. 14 Leader-Telegram article "City Council Election Preview: District 2."
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Facing Budget Cuts, UW-EC Turns to Students

Mike Rindo, University Communications, and UW-Eau Claire student Matthew Sackmann were interviewed for the Feb. 13 WEAU-TV story "Facing Budget Cuts, UW-EC Turns to Students."
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UW-Eau Claire Asks Students for Advice on How to Save Money

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Feb. 12 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Asks Students for Advice on How to Save Money." Comments by UW-Eau Claire students Tommy Stahl and Angela Busse also were included in the story.
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David Lewis, chemistry; and Rob Reid, foundations of education; will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Feb. 19. Lewis will discuss the Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra's Feb. 28 concert, which will include a piece by composer and chemist Alexander Borodin. Reid will preview and recommend books. WHWC, 88.3 FM, 5 p.m. More information.
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Campus bus plan about more than trips up the hill

Kate Hale, English, UW-Eau Claire's campus sustainability fellow, wrote the Feb. 12 Leader-Telegram column "Campus bus plan about more than trips up the hill."
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New Website Launched for Information on 2009 Eau Claire Jazz Festival

The new Web site for the 2009 Eau Claire Jazz Festival was the subject of the Feb. 11 WQOW-TV story "New Website Launched for Information on 2009 Eau Claire Jazz Festival."
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Menomonie-based Guard unit gets send-off to Iraq

UW-Eau Claire student Rebecca Seichter was quoted in the Feb. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Menomonie-based Guard unit gets send-off to Iraq."
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Filmmakers document 'Winter Dance Party' tour

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Marty Hanson was quoted in the Feb. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Filmmakers document 'Winter Dance Party' tour."
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Social Work to launch part-time master's program next fall

UW-Eau Claire's new part-time social work master's program was mentioned in the Feb. 10 UW-Madison news release "Social Work to launch part-time master's program next fall."
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What a Waste! Tons of Food Thrown Away in the City

UW-Eau Claire's "trayless" cafeteria program was mentioned in the Feb. 10 WEAU-TV story "What a Waste! Tons of Food Thrown Away in the City."
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Robertson Lowstuter Expands Executive Coaching Team

UW-Eau Claire alumna Pat Mater was mentioned in the article "Robertson Lowstuter Expands Executive Coaching Team" in the Feb. 10 issue of The Earth Times.
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Limestone Chorale prepares for Lincoln salute

Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the Feb. 11 Maysville, Ky., Ledger Independent article "Limestone Chorale prepares for Lincoln salute."
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Menards earns economic development award

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Knetter was mentioned in the Feb. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Menards earns economic development award."
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National Guard band readies for its tour of duty in Iraq

UW-Eau Claire student Andrea Miller was quoted in the Feb. 8 Minneapolis Star Tribune article "National Guard band readies for its tour of duty in Iraq."
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Photo of Chancellor Levin-Stankevich in USA Today

A photo of Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich handing out hot cocoa to students Feb. 4 appeared in the Feb. 8 issue of USA Today. (Click to photo No. 3.)
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Sand plant forum planned Feb. 19

Crispin Pierce, public health professions, was mentioned in the Feb. 9 Chippewa Herald article "Sand plant forum planned Feb. 19."
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Jazz Fest performers revealed

The Eau Claire Jazz Fest, to be held April 2-5, was the subject of the Feb. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Jazz Fest performers revealed."
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UW-Eau Claire Students Offer Free Tax Assistance

The Feb. 6 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Students Offer Free Tax Assistance" discussed the involvement of UW-Eau Claire accounting students in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
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Rob Reid writing at a lightning pace

Rob Reid, Foundations of Education, was featured in the Feb. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Rob Reid writing at a lightning pace." Dwight Watson, College of Education and Human Sciences, also was quoted in the article.
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Students Use Psychology Skills at Local Animal Shelter

Dan Holt, psychology, was interviewed for the Feb. 6 WQOW-TV story "Students Use Psychology Skills at Local Animal Shelter."
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