Social Justice Learning Community discussed

Mary Duckworth, Housing and Residence Life, and Dr. Larry Solberg, College of Education and Human Sciences, were interviewed on WEAU-TV Jan. 27 about the Social Justice Learning Community planned for Bridgman Hall at UW-Eau Claire.

Local study assesses commercials

Dr. Chuck Tomkovick and Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, were guests on WEAU-TV Feb. 1 to discuss their Super Bowl advertising research. In addition, Tomkovick, Yelkur and UW-Eau Claire student Ashley Hofer were quoted in the Jan. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Which ads win on Super Sunday?" and their research was featured in the Jan. 27 Kiplinger.com article "Super Bowl Stocks That Will Score Big," on PizzaMarketplace.com, SiteReference.com and on more than 100 news Web sites, including Forbes.com, Reuters.com, , earthimes.org, FoxBusiness.com, bizjournals.com and indiatimes.com.

Hmong group president welcomes nontraditional role

UW-Eau Claire alumna Caitlin Lee, who works in the Affirmative Action Office, was featured in the Feb. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Hmong group president welcomes nontraditional role."

Four-part series in Eagle River to focus on 'Women, War, Peace

UW-Eau Claire alumna Ann Hewitt was featured in the Jan. 30 NewsoftheNorth.net article "Four-part series in Eagle River to focus on 'Women, War, Peace.'"

Alumnus featured in Green Bay Press Gazette

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Stone was featured in the Business briefcase section of the Feb. 1 Green Bay Press Gazette.

Economy drives up visits to free clinic 33 percent in 2009

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brent Hafele was quoted in the Jan. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Economy drives up visits to free clinic 33 percent in 2009."

Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideal remembered

UW-Eau Claire students Wilfred Muana and Liene Indrane, alumna Suzie Slota and Charles Nelson, Custodial Services, were quoted in the Jan. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideal remembered."

In terms of college costs, 'old days' were better

UW-Eau Claire tuition in the "old days" and today were discussed in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram column "In terms of college costs, 'old days' were better."

Patrow moving off newsdesk

Henry Lippold (emeritus), communication and journalism, was quoted in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Patrow moving off newsdesk."

UW-EC stresses service while honoring MLK

Activities led by UW-Eau Claire faculty and students on Martin Luther King Jr. Day were featured in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC stresses service while honoring MLK ."

Home found for 16 displaced by fire

Beth Hellwig, Student Affairs, was quoted in the Jan. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Home found for 16 displaced by fire."

Eau Claire family learns daughter is well after Haiti earthquake

UW-Eau Claire student Alison Lau was featured in the Jan. 14 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire family learns daughter is well after Haiti earthquake" and in the Jan. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Visiting UW-Eau Claire student safe in Haiti."

Four submit plans for downtown building

UW-Eau Claire alumus Ben Richgruber was quoted in the Jan. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Four submit plans for downtown building." Alumni Justin Vernon and Bill and Jodi Sparkes also were mentioned in the article.

Apartment fire leaves 16 in cold

UW-Eau Claire student Ryne Thornsen was quoted in the Jan. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Apartment fire leaves 16 in cold."

Student fears worst for relatives, homeland

UW-Eau Claire student Katie Geary was quoted in the Jan. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Student fears worst for relatives, homeland."

Doctor breathing easier

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dr. Bill Klish was featured in the Jan. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Doctor breathing easier."

AFT, Democrats Want UW System To Sign Union Deal

Stephanie Turner, English, was quoted in the Jan. 6 WCCO-TV story "AFT, Democrats Want UW System To Sign Union Deal," in the Jan. 7 Dubuque, Iowa, Telegraph Herald article "Wisconsin: Union, Democrats want UW System to sign deal" and in the Jan. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Push is on for UW faculty unions."

Columbus school superintendent to retire

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Jansen was featured in the Jan. 29 Beaver Dam Daily Citizen article "Columbus school superintendent to retire."

UW-Eau Claire students raise money for Haiti

Amber Bretl, the UW-Eau Claire student body vice president, was interviewed for the Jan. 28 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire students raise money for Haiti."

UW-Eau Claire students invited to enroll in health insurance plan

UW-Eau Claire's student health insurance plan was the subject of the Jan. 28 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire students invited to enroll in health insurance plan."

Pssssst! Hey, Eau Claire!

The "Secret Post" project, coordinated by Eric Jennings, McIntyre Library, was featured in the Jan. 28 Volume One Magazine story "Pssssst! Hey, Eau Claire!"

Local tech enthusiasts interested in iPad

Dr. Tom Hilton, information systems, was quoted in the Jan. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Local tech enthusiasts interested in iPad."

UWEC volunteering saves area businesses money

UW-Eau Claire student volunteer hours were the subject of the WQOW-TV story "UWEC volunteering saves area businesses money."

Campus, community aid student fire victims

UW-Eau Claire students John Cayer, Mallory Swanson and David Jeske; and Dr. Marc Goulet, Dean of Students office, were quoted in the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Campus, community aid student fire victims." A related story, "Dozens of people donating items to students who lost their belongings in a house fire," also aired on WEAU-TV Jan. 26.

Regents to consider UW-Eau Claire tuition increase

The Blugold Commitment was the subject of the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Regents to consider UW-Eau Claire tuition increase." The article also ran Jan. 26 in the Chicago Tribune, the Janesville Gazette, the St. Paul Pioneer Press, on WAOW-TV and on KSTP-TV.

One year later Rep. Kind grades President Obama

Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was mentioned in the Jan. 25 WQOW-TV story "One year later Rep. Kind grades President Obama."

UW-Eau Claire professor honored with Morris D. Hayes award

Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Jan. 25 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire professor honored with Morris D. Hayes award."

Nonprofit seeks to grow fair-trade coffee effort

UW-Eau Claire alumna Cari Witcher was quoted in the Jan. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Nonprofit seeks to grow fair-trade coffee effort."

Red Cross hero happy to serve

Roger Kees, a former staff member in UW-Eau Claire’s College of Education and Human Sciences, was featured in the Jan. 24 Chippewa Herald article "Red Cross hero happy to serve" and in the Jan. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Volunteer heeds call in disasters' wake."

They're playin' with the Theater Scene ... in a good way

The UW-Eau Claire Players were featured in the Jan. 25 Volume One Magazine article "They're playin' with the Theater Scene ... in a good way."

Genesis illustration exhibition showcases popular film, book artists

Ned Gannon, art & design, was quoted in the Jan. 14 Volume One Magazine article "Genesis
illustration exhibition showcases popular film, book artists
."

On The Move — Savvy marketer has a laser focus

UW-Eau Claire alumna Laura Sieger was featured in the Jan. 19 BusinessNorth.com article "On The Move — Savvy marketer has a laser focus."

Steffan joins Flint Communications

UW-Eau Claire alumna April Steffan was featured in the Dec. 14 Flint Communications news release "Steffan joins Flint Communications."

Candy business a sweet deal for Heller family

UW-Eau Claire alumna Jane (Borcher) Heller was featured in the January Capital Region Business Journal article "Candy business a sweet deal for Heller family." (Story on pages 14-15.)

UW-EC musical revue has movie theme

Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Erica Cosson, Mike Jones, Nels Urtel and Deanna Schlies were quoted in the Jan. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC musical revue has movie theme." The show also was featured in the Jan. 21 Leader-Telegram review "Cabaret's movie theme lots of fun."

Governor wants to rate child care providers to prevent fraud, help parents

Lisa Coen, Children's Center, and Bill Hoepner, Learning and Technology Services, were interviewed for the Jan. 22 WEAU-TV story "Governor wants to rate child care providers to prevent fraud, help parents."

UW-Eau Claire planetarium opens to public twice a week

Shows at the L.E. Phillips Planetarium were featured in the Jan. 23 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire planetarium opens to public twice a week."

Black history month to be celebrated

Black History Month events at UW-Eau Claire were featured in the Jan. 24 WQOW-TV story "Black history month to be celebrated."

Kenya's Afro fusion group to perform

A Feb. 2 Black History Month performance by Jabali Afrika was the subject of the Jan. 24 WQOW-TV story "Kenya's Afro fusion group to perform."

Viennese Ball tickets on Sale

Ticket availability for the 2010 Viennese Ball was the subject of the Jan. 24 WQOW-TV story "Viennese Ball tickets on Sale."

First-year retention rate for UWEC at all-time high

Kris Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the news release "First-year retention rate for UWEC at all-time high," which was posted on the WQOW-TV Web site Jan. 21.

RDA chooses Vernons' proposal for Barstow building

UW-Eau Claire alumus Justin Vernon was mentioned in the Jan. 21 Leader-Telegram article "RDA chooses Vernons' proposal for Barstow building."

Students offer new perspective on earthquake; say Haitians' faith is unshakable

UW-Eau Claire students Allison Lau and Susie Schuelke were featured in the Jan. 21 WEAU-TV story "Students offer new perspective on earthquake; say Haitians' faith is unshakable."

Area groups mobilize to donate and help Haiti earthquake victims

Dr. Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning, was interviewed for the Jan. 20 WEAU-TV story "Area groups mobilize to donate and help Haiti earthquake victims."

School principals Lucas and Hodges to retire

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ed Lucas was featured in the Jan. 21 Hudson Star-Observer article "School principals Lucas and Hodges to retire."

Literary vampires to be discussed at Alumni Association luncheon

A Jan. 27 presentation by Valerie Guyant, English/women's studies, was discussed in the Jan. 20 WQOW-TV story "Literary vampires to be discussed at Alumni Association luncheon."

UWEC Recital to feature accomplished faculty pianist

Dr. Namji Kim, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Jan. 20 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Recital to feature accomplished faculty pianist."

Local people gather to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, was interviewed for the Jan. 18 WEAU-TV story "Local people gather to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr."

Friends helping students who lost everything in apartment fire

A Feb. 13 benefit concert for the UW-Eau Claire students who lost possessions in the Niagara Street fire was discussed in the Jan. 19 WEAU-TV story "Friends helping students who lost everything in apartment fire" and in the Jan. 20 WQOW-TV story "Benefit concert planned for UW Eau Claire fire victims."

Applied Data Consultants: Announces new division, promotions and hires

UW-Eau Claire alumna Lindsay Olson was mentioned in the Jan. 19 WisBusiness.com article "Applied Data Consultants: Announces new division, promotions and hires."

UW-Eau Claire IS program lauded

Dr. Matt Germonprez, information systems, and the College of Business were featured in the article "UW-Eau Claire IS program lauded" in the Business Briefs section of the Jan. 15 Leader-Telegram.

Former city resident Frenette to head Wisconsin State Fair

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Richard Frenette was featured in the Jan. 14 Chippewa Herald article "Former city resident Frenette to head Wisconsin State Fair."

Fitness combine aids skiers in preparation for 124th Silver Mine Invitational

Dr. Don Bredle, kinesiology, was interviewed for the Jan. 18 WEAU-TV story "Fitness combine aids skiers in preparation for 124th Silver Mine Invitational."

Store eases textbook costs for DSC students

UW-Eau Claire's textbook rental program was mentioned in the Jan. 18 Daytona Beach (Fla.) News-Journal article "Store eases textbook costs for DSC students."

UW-Eau Claire alumni, former faculty featured in ECCO concert

The upcoming Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra Family Concert was featured in the the Jan. 18 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire alumni, former faculty featured in ECCO concert."

Nontraditional students invited to welcome event

A Jan. 22 event for nontraditional students at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Jan. 18 WQOW-TV story "Nontraditional students invited to welcome event."

Local people gather to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton was interviewed for the Jan. 18 WEAU-TV story "Local people gather to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." The Martin Luther King Jr. Day ceremony at UW-Eau Claire also was featured in the Jan. 18 WQOW-TV story "Martin Luther King Jr. ceremony in Eau Claire."

UWEC student returns home from Haiti

UW-Eau Claire student Alison Lau was featured in the Jan. 17 WQOW-TV story "UWEC student returns home from Haiti." Lau and student Susie Schuelke also were mentioned in the Jan. 15 WEAU-TV story "Help local groups help Haiti."

L.E. Phillips Planetarium reopens with Tuesday and Saturday shows

Planetarium shows at UW-Eau Claire were featured in the Jan. 16 WQOW-TV story "L.E. Phillips Planetarium reopens with Tuesday and Saturday shows."

Diversity Survey 2009: Progress at work

Barbara Arnold, the academic adviser to the UW-Eau Claire chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, and a staff member in the Registrar's Office, was interviewed for the Dec. 1, 2009, PRWeek article "Diversity Survey 2009: Progress at work."

Modest growth predicted for state economy

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Knetter, dean of the UW-Madison School of Business, was quoted in the Jan. 15 WisBusiness.com article "Modest growth predicted for state economy."

What is cyberbullying: And, what can be done about it?

Research by Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Jan. 15 Ventura County (Calif.) Star article "What is cyberbullying: And, what can be done about it?"

EC Chamber Orchestra family concert planned Jan. 23

Michael Cunningham (emeritus), music and theatre arts; Ivar Lunde Jr. (emeritus), music and theatre arts; and UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dan Julson were mentioned in the Jan. 14 Chippewa Herald article "EC Chamber Orchestra family concert planned Jan. 23."

Mike Treske Appointed Head of Annuity Distribution for John Hancock and President of John Hancock Wood Logan

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Treske was featured in the Jan. 14 PR Newswire article "Mike Treske Appointed Head of Annuity Distribution for John Hancock and President of John Hancock Wood Logan."

Update: Fire causes $150,000 damage to Eau Claire apartment building

UW-Eau Claire students Lauren Vrany and Cassandra Stefanski were interviewed for the Jan. 13 WEAU-TV story "16 people without a place to stay after apartment fire." The Jan. 13 fire also was the subject of the Jan. 13 Chippewa Herald story "Update: Fire causes $150,000 damage to Eau Claire apartment building."

Jobs No. 1 issue for GOP

UW-Eau Claire student Mark Morgan was quoted in the Jan. 14 Wausau Daily Herald article "Jobs No. 1 issue for GOP."

UWEC performing community service on MLK Day

UW-Eau Claire's Martin Luther King Jr. Day service activities were featured in the Jan. 13 WQOW-TV story "UWEC performing community service on MLK Day" and the Jan. 13 WEAU-TV story "Campus and community volunteers will take place in a massive community service project."

Dogsledding part of MSU's Winter Welcome Week

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kelsey Andreen was quoted in the Jan. 12 Mankato (Minn.) Free Press article "Dogsledding part of MSU's Winter Welcome Week."

Fair set to name new executive director

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Richard Frenette was featured in the Jan. 13 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Fair set to name new executive director," in the Jan. 13 BizTimes Daily article "Frenette is new executive director of Wisconsin State Fair" and in the Jan. 14 Business Journal of Milwaukee article "Wisconsin native returns to run State Fair."

Kevin Flanagan Joins MorrisAnderson as Managing Director of the Firm's Milwaukee Office

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Kevin Flanagan was featured in the Jan. 12 Marketwire article "Kevin Flanagan Joins MorrisAnderson as Managing Director of the Firm's Milwaukee Office."

Michael Perry and the Long Beds announce new album

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Perry and his band, the Long Beds, will have their new album, "Tiny Pilot," released by Amble Down Records March 16. More information.

Domina named Waukesha County Circuit Court judge

UW-Eau Claire alumnus William Domina was featured in the Jan. 11 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Domina named Waukesha County Circuit Court judge." Domina's wife and UW-Eau Claire alumna Julie Gay also was mentioned in the article.

Twitter Interview With David Comp

UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Comp was featured in the Jan. 6 blog article "Twitter Interview With David Comp."

Jekel named Times-Reporter publisher

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tom Jekel was featured in the Jan. 5 Dover-New Philadelphia, Ohio, Times-Reporter article
"T-R’s Jekel appointed publisher."

UW-Eau Claire's College of Business leads in IS research

Dr. Matt Germonprez, information systems, was quoted in the Jan. 11 BusinessNorth article "UW-Eau Claire's College of Business leads in IS research."

High school profile: Panthers keep making every pool their own

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dale Magnuson was featured in the Jan. 9 Rochester (Minn.) Post-Bulletin article "High school profile: Panthers keep making every pool their own." Dale's wife and UW-Eau Claire alumna Megan (Kearney) Magnuson also was mentioned in the article.

Wisconsin dance teams perform in Madison

UW-Eau Claire student Kaitlin Zeiter was interviewed for the Jan. 10 WKOW-TV story "Wisconsin dance teams perform in Madison."

John Raymond Project at the Clown Lounge, December 22nd

UW-Eau Claire alumni John Raymond and Jeremy Boettcher and student Brian Claxton were featured in the Dec. 21 Jazz Police article "John Raymond Project at the Clown Lounge, December 22nd."

District 719 announces building teachers of the year

UW-Eau Claire alumna Brenda Houck was featured in the Jan. 7 Savage, Minn., Pacer article "District 719 announces building teachers of the year."

Oostra looks to strengthen ProMedica partnerships

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Randy Oostra was featured in the Jan. 11 Toledo (Ohio) Free Press article "Oostra looks to strengthen ProMedica partnerships."

Rozwadowski gets scholarship, will study abroad

UW-Eau Claire student Katie Rozwadowski was featured in the Jan. 6 Chippewa Herald article "Rozwadowski gets scholarship, will study abroad."

Davies plans save Council Oak

Revised site plans for UW-Eau Claire's new student center, which preserve the Council Oak tree and the area around it, were the subject of the following stories: Dec. 29 Leader-Telegram article
"Davies plans save Council Oak," Jan. 8 Channel3000 story "UW-Eau Claire Will Save Historic Tree After All," Jan. 8 Fox6Now story "University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire redesigns student union project to save historic tree" and the Jan. 8 WLUK-TV story "UW-Eau Claire will save historic tree." The story also appeared Jan. 8 on TwinCities.com, WXOW-TV, WCCO-TV, in the LaCrosse Tribune, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Chicago Tribune and WAOW-TV.

New Sacred Heart Hospital board of directors member appointed

UW-Eau Claire alumna Karen Hebert was featured in the Jan. 6 WQOW-TV story "New Sacred Heart Hospital board of directors member appointed."

Former Blugold lends helping hand in Burkina Faso

UW-Eau Claire alumna Abby Ofstedahl was featured in the Jan. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Former Blugold lends helping hand in Burkina Faso."

Gymnasts, coaches out to prove selves

UW-Eau Claire student Karlee Shaw was quoted in the Jan. 5 Chippewa Herald article "Gymnasts, coaches out to prove selves."

Marshfield native Binder to receive UWEC alumni award

UW-Eau Claire alumna Patricia Binder was featured in the Jan. 5 Marshfield News Herald article "Marshfield native Binder to receive UWEC alumni award."

Positive Psychology: A Textbook Review

A new textbook by Dr. Steve Baumgardner (emeritus), psychology, and Dr. Mickey Crothers, psychology, was reviewed in the Jan. 4 Positive Psychology News Daily article "Positive Psychology: A Textbook Review."

Appleton West boys' basketball: Retired coach Dick Emanuel will be introduced before Friday's home game

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dick Emanuel was featured in the Jan. 6 Appleton Post-Cresent article "Appleton West boys' basketball: Retired coach Dick Emanuel will be introduced before Friday's home game."

Volume One's first-ever poetry contest underway

UW-Eau Claire and John Hildebrand, professor emeritus of English, were featured in the Jan. 4 WQOW-TV story "Volume One's first-ever poetry contest underway."

Kiplinger's names colleges as 'best value'

UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Jan. 5 WAYY radio story "UWEC Again Named A 'Best Value'" and was mentioned in the Jan. 4 WKOW-TV article "Kiplinger's names UW-Madison a 'best value,'" the Jan. 4 Capital Times article "Campus Connection: Kiplinger ranks UW-Madison among best values," the Jan. 4 The Business Journal of Milwaukee article "Three UW campuses among best values" and the Jan. 5 Wisconsin State Journal article "On Campus roundup: Beloit College earns top green certification."

Web Hosting Super Bowl Advertising — Does it Work?

Charles Tomkovick and Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, were quoted in a Dec. 23 About file hosting blog "Web Hosting Super Bowl Advertising — Does it Work?"

DIII presidents elect four to Council service

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was featured in the Dec. 30 National Collegiate Athletic Association news release "DIII presidents elect four to Council service."

Hudson native joins Minnesota Swarm dance team

UW-Eau Claire alumna Beth Hoaglund was featured in the Dec. 28 Hudson Star-Observer article "Hudson native joins Minnesota Swarm dance team."

CCU has got talent. New Talent.

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ryan Carpentier was featured in the Dec. 28 Comic Creators United blog "CCU has got talent. New Talent."

Bissens headline benefit concert

UW-Eau Claire student Tim Bissen was featured in the Dec. 26 Austin (Minn.) Daily Herald article "Bissens headline benefit concert."

Web Design for Developers — New from Pragmatic Bookshelf

A new book by Brian Hogan, Learning and Technology Services, was featured in the Pragmatic Bookshelf press release "Web Design for Developers — New from Pragmatic Bookshelf."

Broadway Blugold

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Alfredo Narciso was featured in the Dec. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Broadway Blugold."

UW-EC grads are told to expect complexity in life

John Hildebrand, professor emeritus of English, was featured in the Dec. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC grads are told to expect complexity in life."

U.S. experts: U.S. needed in Afghanistan

Tarique Niazi, sociology, was featured in the Dec. 20 Leader-Telegram article "U.S. experts: U.S. needed in Afghanistan."