UW-Eau Claire homecoming arrests down compared to last year

UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming was the subject of the Oct. 18 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire homecoming arrests down compared to last year."

Economist says advice needed

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Oct. 19 Badger Herald article "Economist says advice needed."

Paraplegic triumphs in fight to come back after crash

UW-Eau Claire alumna Angela Brenna was featured in the Oct. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Paraplegic triumphs in fight to come back after crash." Gloria Fennell, social work; and Cynthia Welch, Services for Students with Disabilities; also were quoted in the article.

Students pick up on a good way to thwart tensions

Jim Brockphaler, Activities and Programs, and UW-Eau Claire students Hannah Haugle,
Hollyann Kwiecien and Laura Christensen were quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Students pick up on neighborly acts."

Homecoming weekend in Eau Claire means a big boost for local businesses

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Hamer was interviewed for the Oct. 17 WEAU-TV story "Homecoming weekend in Eau Claire means a big boost for local businesses."

Police still looking for suspects in two different robberies

Randall Beger, political science, was interviewed for the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Police still looking for suspects in two different robberies."

Board of Regents visits UW-Eau Claire campus

The UW System Board of Regents meeting Oct. 15 and 16 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Board of Regents visits UW-Eau Claire campus" and the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Regents cast doubt on UW-EC tuition plan."

Cell-ing Out

UW-Eau Claire alumni Andrew Ritchie and Steve Kurth were featured in the Oct. 15 Volume One magazine article "Cell-ing Out."

Winona schools name interim fiscal affairs director

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Sheldon Hanson was featured in the Oct. 15 Winona (Minn.) Daily News article "Winona schools name interim fiscal affairs director."

Turbulent times require bold leadership

UW-Eau Claire alumna JoAnne Brandes was mentioned in the Oct. 14 Milwaukee Small Business Times article "Turbulent times require bold leadership."

Minnesota native joins local Gundersen Lutheran clinics

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lisa Nutter was featured in the Oct. 14 Houston County (Minn.) News article "Minnesota native joins local Gundersen Lutheran clinics."

Phuture Phoenix event draws hundreds to UWGB

Lissa Martinez, Student Affairs, was quoted in the Oct. 13 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "Phuture Phoenix event draws hundreds to UWGB."

College roommates without heat caught in gas line snafu

UW-Eau Claire student Brent Kaczmarski was quoted in the Oct. 13 Leader-Telegram article "College roommates without heat caught in gas line snafu."

UW-Eau Claire presents 'Glass Menagerie'

Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Eddie Neve and Charlene Lucht were quoted in the Oct. 11 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire presents 'Glass Menagerie.'"

Cyber bullying common among teens

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the article "Cyber bullying common among teens" in the Oct. 13 issue of the Capital Times.

Download Internet Flaming May Become Illegal at High Speed

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Idonbiu Software article "Download Internet Flaming May Become Illegal at High Speed."

UW-EC to host Regents this week

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Oct. 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC to host Regents this week."

Young readers joined together to set record

UW-Eau Claire student Lauren Novak was interviewed for the Oct. 8 WEAU-TV story "Young readers joined together to set record."

East grad catches on with Wolves

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lexi Zimmermann was featured in the Oct. 8 Mankato (Minn.) Free Press article "East grad catches on with Wolves."

Plight of uninsured concerns local health care leaders

Research by Jennifer Johs-Artisensi, management and marketing; Lois Taft (emerita), nursing; Eric Jamelske, economics; and Kathy German-Olson, nursing, was mentioned in the Oct. 12 Fond du Lac Reporter article "Plight of uninsured concerns local health care leaders."

Coaching guru stays busy with two successful programs

Tom Gillman, head coach of the UW-Eau Claire men's tennis team, was featured in the Oct. 7 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "Coaching guru stays busy with two successful programs." UW-Eau Claire student Phil Loprinzi also was quoted in the article.

Tweet Ethics: Trust and transparency in a Web 2.0 world

Linda Pophal, communication and journalism, recently had her article titled "Tweet Ethics: Trust and transparency in a Web 2.0 world" published in the CW Bulletin of the International Association of Business Communicators.

On the Origin of Ecological Structure

Evan Weiher, biology, was quoted in the article "On the Origin of Ecological Structure," which appeared in the Oct. 2 issue of Science.

Eau Claire County Drug Court found guilty of success

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lisa Stark was quoted in the Oct. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire County Drug Court found guilty of success."

Heyde is finalist for national award

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dennis Heyde was featured in the article "Heyde is finalist for national award" in the Briefcase section of the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram.

New academy dean stresses leadership

Andrew Phillips, the former associate vice chancellor for academic affairs and dean of graduate studies at UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the Oct. 5 Annapolis (Md.) Capital article "New academy dean stresses leadership."

UW-EC's Kent State trees to be removed

Issues relating to the Council Oak Tree, Kent State trees and the new student center at UW-Eau Claire were discussed in the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram column "UW-EC's Kent State trees to be removed."

UWEC's Chancellor goes the distance for green

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Oct. 4 WQOW-TV story "UWEC's Chancellor goes the distance for green."

The yin and yang of Fall Gallery Night

Artwork by UW-Eau Claire student Eric Lee was featured in the article "The yin and yang of Fall Gallery Night" in the Oct. 1 issue of A.V. Madison, the local arm of the A.V. Club, which is the arts and entertainment section of The Onion.

Gary Schwartzhoff on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, discussed the UW-Eau Claire choral division's new CD and other issues related to choral activities on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Oct. 2.

Council Oak, Zunker tablet not comparable

The Council Oak tree/new student center issue was discussed in the Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram editorial "Council Oak, Zunker tablet not comparable."

Professor gets grant for plant research

Derek Gingerich, biology, was featured in the Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Professor gets grant for plant research." Karen Havholm, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, was interviewed for the article and Stephen Drucker, chemistry, was mentioned.

UW-Eau Claire to host baseball exhibit

Colleen McFarland, McIntyre Library, was quoted in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire to host baseball exhibit."

Workday Plans for Accelerated Growth; Expands Management Team

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Stankey was quoted in the Sept. 28 (London, England) Earthtimes article "Workday Plans for Accelerated Growth; Expands Management Team."

Hot corner: Who's up, who's down

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tom Meindel was mentioned in the Sept. 27 St. Louis (Mo.) Post-Dispatch article "Hot corner: Who's up, who's down"

West grad makes 'Broadway' debut here

UW-Eau Claire student Marie Gustafson was featured in the Sept. 24 Wausau Daily Herald article "West grad makes 'Broadway' debut here."

System doles out $1 million in grants

Marty Wood, College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the Sept. 20 Badger Herald article "System doles out $1 million in grants."

Wil Denson on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Wil Denson (emeritus), music and theatre arts, discussed his "Screenwriting for the Film Industry" class on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Sept. 4.

Faculty, staff on WPR's 'The West Side'

Marc Goulet, Dean of Students office; and Diane Stegner Roadt, Records and Registration; discussed UW-Eau Claire's new Veterans Center on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" Sept. 17.

Federal grant helps local autism program expand

A new grant received by the Campus Autism Program at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Sept. 23 WQOW-TV story "Federal grant helps local autism program expand."

Leis' miss football game to reign over Oktoberfest

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tim Leis was featured in the Sept. 18 Chippewa Herald article "Leis' miss football game to reign over Oktoberfest."

Sweet slice of life

UW-Eau Claire student Megan Elderbrook was quoted in the Sept. 20 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Sweet slice of life."

Memorial to induct 11 into Hall of Fame

UW-Eau Claire alumni Brad Hoffman, Don Jordan, Don "Pinky" Lee and Wally Lehman were featured in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Memorial to induct 11 into Hall of Fame."

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sandra Nelson featured

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sandra Nelson was featured in the Business People section of the Sept. 21 Danbury (Conn.) News Times.

Faculty members on WPR's 'The West Side'

Jennifer Johs-Artisensi, management and marketing; and Lois Taft (emerita), nursing; were guests on Wisconsin Public Radio’s "The West Side" Sept. 24. They discussed their health care reform research, which also was reflective of work by Eric Jamelske, economics; and Kathy German-Olson, nursing.

Integrate vision, budget, program review to change your campus culture

A presentation by Stephanie Jamelske, Academic Affairs; MJ Brukardt, Strategic Planning; and Andrew Phillips, formerly vice provost and dean of graduate studies, was the subject of the cover story, "Integrate vision, budget, program review to change your campus culture," in the September 2009 issue of Dean & Provost, published by Wiley Periodicals Inc. The presentation was made at the Society for College and University Planning annual conference in Portland, Ore.

Grueling races test Memorial grads

Steve Duerre, Facilities Planning and Management, was featured in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Grueling races test Memorial grads."

UW-Eau Claire agrees to spare notable oak tree

The Associated Press article about the Council Oak tree/new student center issue, "UW-Eau Claire agrees to spare notable oak tree," was published in the Sept. 25 Chicago Tribune. The story also appeared on FOX6Now.com (Milwaukee) Sept. 25, TwinCities.com Sept. 25, WBAY Sept. 25, and WKBT Sept. 25.

Tree spared at UW-Eau Claire

The Council Oak tree/new student center issue was the subject of the Sept. 24 River Falls Journal article "Tree spared at UW-Eau Claire."

Coveted tree at UWEC will stay put

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Sept. 23 WQOW-TV story "Coveted tree at UWEC will stay put."

UW-Eau Claire receives $260K grant for autism

Kevin Klatt, psychology, was quoted in the Sept. 24 Badger Herald article "UW-Eau Claire receives $260K grant for autism."

Local health care research says public wants universal system

Katherine German-Olson, nursing, was interviewed for the Sept. 22 WEAU-TV story "Local health care research says public wants universal system." Jennifer Johs-Artisensi, management and marketing; Eric Jamelske, economics; Lois Taft (emeritus), nursing; and UW-Eau Claire graduate student Cindy Wold-Schmidt also were mentioned in the story.

UW-EC chancellor acts to save tree

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Mike Rindo, University Communications; and Terry Classen, Facilities Planning and Management; were quoted in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor acts to save tree."

Update: UW-Eau Claire Chancellor considering options to preserve sacred tree

The Council Oak tree/new student center issue was the subject of the Sept. 23 WEAU-TV story "Update: UW-Eau Claire Chancellor considering options to preserve sacred tree."

Is time running out for sacred oak on UW-Eau Claire campus?

UW-Eau Claire Student Senate president Michael Umhoefer; Wendy Makoons Geniusz, American Indian Studies; and Beth Hellwig, Dean of Students office; were quoted in the Sept. 21 WEAU-13 story "Is time running out for sacred oak on UW-Eau Claire campus?"

Universities dealing with influx of veterans seeking education

Marc Goulet, Dean of Students office, was mentioned in the Sept. 21 Fox 21 News story "Universities dealing with influx of veterans seeking education."

UW-Eau Claire seeks solution for Council Oak

Beth Hellwig, Dean of Students office; Marge Hebbring, Gear Up program; and Larry Martin (emertus), English/American Indian studies; were mentioned in the Sept. 21 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire seeks solution for Council Oak."

Native Americans concerned about UW-Eau Claire building plan

The Council Oak tree/new student center issue was the subject of the Sept. 23 Fox 21 News (Duluth, Minn.) story (from a WPR story) "Native Americans concerned about UW-Eau Claire building plan."

Debate continues over sacred oak tree on UW-Eau Claire campus

UW-Eau Claire Student Senate president Michael Umhoefer; UW-Eau Claire student Hickory Tate; Wendy Makoons Geniusz, English/American Indian studies; and Beth Hellwig, Dean of Students office; were interviewed for the Sept. 21 WEAU-TV story "Debate continues over sacred oak tree on UW-Eau Claire campus."

UW may move sacred oak tree

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Sept. 20 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "UW may move sacred oak tree."

Astronomy talk going on tonight

Lauren Likkel, physics and astronomy, was mentioned in the article "Astronomy talk going on tonight" in the In Brief section of the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram.

University choirs release new CD

A new CD involving several UW-Eau Claire music ensembles was the subject of the article "University choirs release new CD" in the In Brief section of the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram.

UNO receives prestigious grant

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 18 University of Nebraska at Omaha article "UNO receives prestigious grant."

Surveys: Area residents want health care reform

Eric Jamelske, economics; and Kathy German-Olson, nursing; were quoted in the Sept. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Surveys: Area residents want health care reform."

International Fall Festival is big downtown hit

UW-Eau Claire international students An Wenjuan and Yang Yan were interviewed for the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "International Fall Festival is big downtown hit."

Move of Council Oak on table at UW-Eau Claire

Mike Rindo, University Communications; Student Senate president Michael Umhoefer; and Marge Hebbring, Gear Up program; were quoted in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Move of Council Oak on table at UW-Eau Claire."

Glaser right fit for UW-Eau Claire football

UW-Eau Claire's head football coach Todd Glaser was featured in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Glaser right fit for UW-Eau Claire football." Scott Kilgallon, athletics, and UW-Eau Claire students Ryan Leis and Brett Schreiner also were quoted in the article.

City Council caught up in UW-Eau Claire tree debate

Thomas Kemp, economics, a member of the Eau Claire City Council, was quoted in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram article "City Council caught up in UW-Eau Claire tree debate."

Nobuyoshi Yasuda interviewed on WEAU-TV

Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, discussed the Chippewa Valley Symphony's recent concert on WEAU-TV Sept. 17.

Slot size tests tournament anglers' skills

Jason Halfen, chemistry, was quoted in the Sept. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Slot size tests tournament anglers' skills."

Jyl Kelley on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Jyl Kelley discussed UW-Eau Claire's Foster Gallery exhibit "Residual Reality" on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Sept. 11. Kelley is co-curating the exhibit with artist Joyce Neimanas and art & design faculty member Wanrudee Buranakorn. The exhibit will be on display through Oct. 1.

A busy autumn for Bon Iver

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Sept. 16 OnMilwaukee.com article "A busy autumn for Bon Iver."

W. R. Berkley Corporation Names Sandra C. Nelson President of Monitor Liability Managers, LLC

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sandra Nelson was featured in the Sept. 16 Business Wire article "W.R. Berkley Corporation Names Sandra C. Nelson President of Monitor Liability Managers, LLC."

Tree threatened by building plans represents much

Mary Ellen Alea (emerita), English/American Indian studies; Richard St. Germaine, history; Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Larry Martin (emeritus), English/American Indian studies; and Jim Oberly, history; were interviewed for the Sept. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Tree threatened by building plans represents much."

UW-Eau Claire Study: major problems with healthcare system

Lois Taft (emerita), nursing, was interviewed for the Sept. 15 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Study: major problems with healthcare system."

Student center may impose on historic tree and sacred ground

Wendy Makoons Geniusz, American Indian studies; and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich were interviewed for the Sept. 16 WEAU-TV story "Student center may impose on historic tree and sacred ground" and the Sept. 16 WQOW-TV story "UWEC students and staff voice opinions about campus symbol."

Group Says Building Threatens Sacred Ground

Wendy Geniusz, American Indian studies; and Mike Rindo, University Communications; were mentioned in the Sept. 16 WAYY radio story "Group Says Building Threatens Sacred Ground."

UW-Eau Claire Sophomore to Compete in Miss Wisconsin USA Pageant

UW-Eau Claire student Nicole Huebner was featured in the Sept. 16 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Sophomore to Compete in Miss Wisconsin USA Pageant."

Plans for new UWEC Student Center moving forward

UW-Eau Claire's proposed new student center was the subject of the Sept. 15 WQOW-TV story "Plans for new UWEC Student Center moving forward."

Effort launched to save Council Oak Tree

Marge Hebbring, Gear Up program; Rick St. Germaine, history; Mike Rindo, University Communications; and Beth Hellwig, Dean of Students office; were interviewed for the Sept. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Effort launched to save Council Oak Tree."

BD native offers peace exhibit

UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Noltner was featured in the Sept. 16 Beaver Dam Daily Citizen article "BD native offers peace exhibit."

Blue Ribbon Schools Program

UW-Eau Claire alumni Melissa Nigh and Philip Johnson recently were recognized as principals of Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education. Nigh is principal of Mellen High School in Mellen, and Johnson is principal of Roosevelt Elementary School in Neenah. More information is available on the Blue Ribbon Schools Program Web page.

Plans for new UWEC student center to be discussed

UW-Eau Claire's proposed new student center was the subject of the Sept. 11 WQOW-TV story "Plans for new UWEC student center to be discussed."

Report: Open high-tech centers at 7 UW campuses

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 11 TwinCities.com article "Report: Open high-tech centers at 7 UW campuses."

Bayfield: More than just a pretty face

UW-Eau Claire alumna Virginia Hirsch was mentioned in the Aug. 15 Minneapolis Star-Tribune article "Bayfield: More than just a pretty face." The article also was reprinted in the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram (link not available).

Collins named to Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network post

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 15 Milwaukee Journal Sentinal article "Collins named to Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network post."

Number of UW-Eau Claire students with flu like symptoms soaring

Laura Chellman, Student Health Service, was interviewed for the Sept. 15 WQOW-TV story "Number of UW-Eau Claire students with flu like symptoms soaring."

Zoning change for student housing project denied

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Zoning change for student housing project denied."

Eau Claire Police: alcohol related incidents up

UW-Eau Claire student Amanda Youngman was interviewed for the Sept. 14 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire Police: alcohol related incidents up."

UW-EC student center on Plan Commission agenda

UW-Eau Claire's proposed new student center was the subject of the Sept. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student center on Plan Commission agenda."

Regents talk to consulting firm about financial woes

UW-Eau Claire student and UW System regent Aaron Wingad was quoted in the Sept. 11 Badger Herald article "Regents talk to consulting firm about financial woes."

Volunteer scientists tallying all life in park

Paula Kleintjes Neff and Joe Rohrer, biology, were mentioned in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Volunteer scientists tallying all life in park."

Eau Claire hopeful on added tech jobs

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Sept. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire hopeful on added tech jobs."

Lipizzaner Stallions visit Zorn Arena

Jim Brockpahler, Activities and Programs, was interviewed for the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Lipizzaner Stallions visit Zorn Arena."

Fresh Start Farmers Mart photos on VolumeOne.org

Several photos of UW-Eau Claire's Fresh Start Farmers Mart appear on the VolumeOne magazine Web site.