All of Seussville comes together in the musical "Seussical"

UW-Eau Claire student Nate Plummer was quoted in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Children's Theatre presents 'Seussical.'"

College grads hit hard by teacher glut

Dwight Watson, College of Education and Human Sciences, was quoted in the Nov. 12 Leader-Telegram article "College grads hit hard by teacher glut."

UWEC serves good will

The Helping Hands Across America food drive at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Nov. 12 WQOW-TV article "UWEC serves good will."

Bolton Refuge House receives donation

The UW-Eau Claire V-Day organization was mentioned in the Nov. 13 WEAU-TV story "Bolton Refuge House receives donation."

City to alert UW-EC about towing

Mike Rindo, University Communications, and UW-Eau Claire student Jake Kreiner were interviewed for the Nov. 11 Leader-Telegram article "City to alert UW-EC about towing."

Eau Claire man meets man who saved his life

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Schuh was featured in the Nov. 10 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire man meets man who saved his life."

Two-month world tour makes a stop at UW-Eau Claire

The Vienna Boys Choir performance Nov. 10 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Two-month world tour makes a stop at UW-Eau Claire."

Dr. Ethan Wickman on WPR

Dr. Ethan Wickman, music and theatre arts, was a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Nov. 6. He discussed his piece, "Les Jeunes et les Immortels," which was premiered by the Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra Nov. 7. Wickman will continue his interview at 5 p.m. Nov. 13 on WHWC, 88.3 FM. More information.

Helpful Hints: Giving back to the community

Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning was interviewed for the Nov. 10 WQOW-TV story "Helpful Hints: Giving back to the community."

Blugold women's volleyball team receive NCAA Division 3 bid

UW-Eau Claire's women's volleyball team was featured in the Nov. 9 WEAU-TV story "Blugold women's volleyball team receive NCAA Division 3 bid."

Blugold Commitment

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and UW-Eau Claire students Michael Umhoefer and Armon Tabrizi were quoted in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Plan would raise UW-EC tuition by $1,500 annually," about the Blugold Commitment. Also reporting on the Blugold Commitment and quoting Chancellor Levin-Stankevich were the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram editorial "Make Blugold Commitment outcomes clear," the Nov. 9 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire students may have to pay more for tuition" and the Nov. 9 WEAU-TV story "New proposal could cause tuition increase," for which UW-Eau Claire student Heather Gallun was interviewed. The Blugold Commitment also was the subject of the Nov. 11 Badger Herald article "UW-Eau Claire to raise tuition."

Not all homeowners happy with proposed landmark change

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Bill Klish was quoted in the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Not all homeowners happy with proposed landmark change."

A veteran's story

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dudley Markham was featured in the Nov. 6 Dunn County News article "A veteran's story."

Osonye Tess Onwueme: Staging Women, Youth, Globalization, and Eco-literature

Tess Onwueme, English, was featured in the Nov. 7 Bookaholic Blog entry titled "Osonye Tess Onwueme: Staging Women, Youth, Globalization, and Eco-literature."

Thoughts of home

UW-Eau Claire students An Wenjuan and Yang Yan were featured in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Thoughts of home" (page 3A).

Film shares story of Alaska colony

UW-Eau Claire student Matt Carter was quoted in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Film shares story of Alaska colony."

World War II graves inspire musical piece

Ethan Wickman, music and theatre arts, and Ivar Lunde Jr. (emeritus), music and theatre arts, were quoted in the Nov. 5 Leader-Telegram article "World War II graves inspire musical piece." UW-Eau Claire alumni Keith Thompson and Dan Julson also were mentioned in the article.

Agars named Rotary Family of the Year

UW-Eau Claire alumna Hanna Agar was mentioned in the Nov. 4 Vernon County Broadcaster article "Agars named Rotary Family of the Year."

Swine flu vaccine coming soon to UW-Eau Claire campus

Laura Chellman, Student Health Service, and UW-Eau Claire student Angela Lokken-Hopkins were interviewed for the Nov. 2 WEAU-TV story "Swine flu vaccine coming soon to UW-Eau Claire campus."

Making the case for Gov. Barrett

Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 3 Badger Herald column "Making the case for Gov. Barrett."

Homegrown supergroup plays jazz fest

Ron Keezer (emeritus), music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the Nov. 3 Scene article "Homegrown supergroup plays jazz fest."

Dr. Ellen Kirking Named CVTC Vice President of Education

UW-Eau Claire alumna Ellen Kirking was featured in the Oct. 22 Chippewa Valley Technical College news release "Dr. Ellen Kirking Named CVTC Vice President of Education."

Former contestants value experiences gained in pageant

UW-Eau Claire students Rebekah Elsen and Kelsey Joosten wrote the Oct. 31 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Former contestants value experiences gained in pageant."

UW-Eau Claire mentor students motivate kids

Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office; Lissa Martinez, Student Affairs; and UW-Eau Claire students Samara Gaitan, Josh Goldner and Alicia Gerber were quoted in the Nov. 1 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire mentor students motivate kids" about UW-Eau Claire's Blugold Beginnings program.

UW-EC study finds perch numbers up in river

David Lonzarich, biology, was quoted in the Oct. 31 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC study finds perch numbers up in river."

Kozuchs, McDonell/Regis soccer go hand in hand

UW-Eau Claire student Adam Kozuch was quoted in the Oct. 29 Chippewa.com article "Kozuchs, McDonell/Regis soccer go hand in hand."

Conference at UWS focuses on building peace

A presentation by Ali Abootalebi, political science, was mentioned in the Oct. 30 Superior Telegram article "Conference at UWS focuses on building peace."

Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota Announces Scott Leitz as New Director of Child Health Policy and Advocacy

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Scott Leitz was featured in the Oct. 29 Earth Times article "Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota Announces Scott Leitz as New Director of Child Health Policy and Advocacy."

To understand the present

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sharon Tarr was featured in the Oct. 29 Washburn County Register article "To understand the present."

Loan program to see switch

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Oct. 28 Badger Herald article "Loan program to see switch."

Csuy Named Senior Vice President/General Merchandise Manager

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jeff Csuy was featured in the Oct. 26 PR Newswire article "Csuy Named Senior Vice President/General Merchandise Manager."

A pair of solid jazz discs by Jay Epstein and friends

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Graydon Peterson was mentioned in the Oct. 28 Twin Cities Daily Planet article "A pair of solid jazz discs by Jay Epstein and friends."

Halloween Times and Activities

Trick-or-treating in UW-Eau Claire residence halls was mentioned in the Oct. 28 WEAU-TV story "Halloween Times and Activities."

Court intake worker earns state award

UW-Eau Claire alumna Julie Dollahon was featured in the Oct. 24 Red Wing (Minn.) Republican Eagle article "Court intake worker earns state award."

Lincoln High School hosts ACT exams

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Oct. 24 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Lincoln High School hosts ACT exams."

UW-Marshfield/Wood County adds CNA course

Robin Beeman, nursing, was quoted in the Oct. 24 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "UW-Marshfield/Wood County adds CNA course."

Folk Fair showcases cultures from around the globe

Krista Brown, Center for International Education; and Paulus Lazda, history, were interviewed for the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Folk Fair showcases cultures from around the globe."

Newsroom dedicated to late news director

The John T. Hoffland Memorial Scholarship Fund administered through the UW-Eau Claire Foundation was mentioned in the Oct. 23 WEAU-TV story "Newsroom dedicated to late news director."

UW-EC plays down cost of student center plan change

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC plays down cost of student center plan change."

Rick Mickelson on Volume One Web site

A photo of Rick Mickelson, Learning and Technology Services, currently appears on the Volume One magazine Web site. Mickelson was photographing UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming parade when his photo was taken.

Five Great (and Strange) Musical Origin Stories

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Oct. 19 Paste Magazine article "Five Great (and Strange) Musical Origin Stories."

Jail demographics jog long-held belief

Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Jail demographics jog long-held belief."

UWEC creates library workout room

John Pollitz, McIntyre Library, was interviewed for the Oct. 19 WQOW-TV story "UWEC creates library workout room."

Ka-Blammy! (Exploding Peacocks at Infinitea)

UW-Eau Claire student Kaz Kuroki and his artwork were featured in the Oct. 1 Volume One magazine article "Ka-Blammy! (Exploding Peacocks at Infinitea)."

Down the hallway — faculty and alumni join forces for UWEC art display

The exhibit currently on display in UW-Eau Claire's Foster Gallery, "Some of Our Own," was featured in the Oct. 1 Volume One magazine article "Down the hallway — faculty and alumni join forces for UWEC art display."

Local strokes — Well-traveled artist loves painting local

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Robert Christy was featured in the Oct. 1 Volume One magazine article "Local strokes — Well-traveled artist loves painting local."

Author suggests 'best fit' for college

Michael McPherson's presentation during the UW System Board of Regents meeting Oct. 16 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Oct. 14 Milwaukee Journal Sentinal article "Author suggests 'best fit' for college."

University athletic center makeover

The McPhee Center's grand reopening was the subject of the Oct. 16 WEAU-TV story "University athletic center makeover."

UWEC Homecoming: Students celebrate with annual festivities

UW-Eau Claire student Jen Newton was interviewed for the Oct. 17 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Homecoming: Students celebrate with annual festivities."

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."