News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Florida pastor’s plan to burn the Koran
Dr. Steve Fink, philosophy and religious studies, was interviewed for the Sept. 8 WEAU-TV story "Florida pastor's plan to burn the Koran."
Move-in day at UW-Eau Claire
Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, was interviewed for the Aug. 29 WEAU-TV story "Move-in day at UW-Eau Claire."
Getting through college financially
Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, and Kathy Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, were interviewed on WEAU-TV Aug. 30 for the story "Getting through college financially."
Altoona women prepare for cancer walk
UW-Eau Claire alumni Nikki Andrews, Continuing Education; Rebecca Mohr, Shalyn Gagnon, Terri Hoepner and Carrie Groseth were featured in the Aug. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Altoona women prepare for cancer walk," which was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
Gone but Not Forgotten
Dr. John Thurston (emeritus), psychology; Jason Lanka, art & design; and John Bachmeier, Alumni Relations; were quoted in the Aug. 12 Volume One article "Gone but Not Forgotten."
UW Eau Claire responds to ACTA 'F' rating
Dr. Patricia Kleine, academic affairs, was quoted in the Sept. 8 WQOW-TV story "UW Eau Claire responds to ACTA 'F' rating."
Local union celebrates Labor Day
Jack Connell, Facilities Management, was interviewed for the Sept. 6 WQOW-TV story "Local union celebrates Labor Day" and for the Sept. 6 WEAU-TV story "Local Labor Day celebrations."
UW-Eau Claire disputes 'F' grade
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire disputes 'F' grade."
Freshmen Blugolds get a crash course in campus life
UW-Eau Claire students Tracie Anderson, Megan Draxler, Rachel O'Neil and Sam Perreth were quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article about the Blugold Organizations Bash, "Freshmen [sic] Blugolds get a crash course in campus life."
UWEC Campus police helping with drunk driving crackdown
Jay Dobson, University Police, was quoted in the Aug. 24 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Campus police helping with drunk driving crackdown."
Books take UW-Eau Claire student to Africa
UW-Eau Claire student Audrey Mohr was featured in the Aug. 28 WQOW-TV story "Books take UW-Eau Claire student to Africa."
UWEC parking restrictions, tree removal planned as part of steam line project
Parking changes at UW-Eau Claire were the subject of the Aug. 26 WQOW-TV story "UWEC parking restrictions, tree removal planned as part of steam line project."
UWEC student center construction timeline updated
Dylan Jambrek, UW-Eau Claire student body president, and Tim Lauer, past student body president, were quoted in the Aug. 23 WQOW-TV story "UWEC student center construction timeline updated."
Student lands 'South Pacific' role in Madison production
UW-Eau Claire student Koryna Flores appears in a photo accompanying the Aug. 19 Capital Times article "Native Hawaiian Nan Asuncion brings unique perspective to her role in local ‘South Pacific’ production." The photo cutline states that Flores had a role in a recent production of "South Pacific" in Madison.
UW-EC students begin moving into dorms
UW-Eau Claire students Alex Thomas and Allyson Winter were featured in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Gearing up: UW-EC students begin moving into dorms, saying goodbye to Mom and Dad."
Salmonella scare has many area consumers buying local eggs
Crispin Pierce, public health professions, was quoted in the Aug. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Salmonella scare has many area consumers buying local eggs."
Diners discuss antibiotics given to animals, how it affects our food
Crispin Pierce, public health professions, was quoted in the Aug. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Diners discuss antibiotics given to animals, how it affects our food."
UWEC Campus police helping with drunk driving crackdown
Jay Dobson, University Police, was quoted in the Aug. 24 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Campus police helping with drunk driving crackdown."
UW-Eau Claire receives grant for Student Support Services programs
Dr. Bruce Ouderkirk, Student Support Services; UW-Eau Claire students Laura Peterson and Chee Yang; and graduate Dale Gibson were quoted in the Aug. 24 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire receives grant for Student Support Services programs." Other Student Support Services staff members mentioned in the story were Earl Shoemaker, Laura Rubenzer, Patti See and Patricia Stoffers.
UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff honored with Excellence awards
Dr. Paula Kleintjes Neff, biology; Dr. Scott Lester, management and marketing; Constance Russell, Registrar's Office; Wanda Schulner, Academic Affairs; and Theresa Wells, management and marketing, were featured in the Aug. 24 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff honored with Excellence awards."
Family Connections
Patti See, Academic Skills Center/women's studies, was interviewed for the article "Family Connections," about staying in touch with children at college, which appeared in the August issue of Your Health Monthly magazine.
Chancellor: Construction will improve UW-EC experience
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich's address during the Aug. 24 Blugold Breakfast at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellor: Construction will improve UW-EC experience."
Fittante Nominated as Chair of the ABA Forum on Franchising
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Joe Fittante was featured in the July 2 Larkin Hoffman Attorneys news release "Fittante Nominated as Chair of the ABA Forum on Franchising."
Mattison leads West Carroll to state music championship
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Scott Mattison was featured in the Aug. 18 Chippewa Herald article "Mattison leads West Carroll to state music championship."
Hotels to house 267 UW-Eau Claire students this fall
UW-Eau Claire student housing information was featured in the Aug. 18 WQOW-TV story "Hotels to house 267 UW-Eau Claire students this fall" and in the Aug. 18 WEAU-TV story "Hotels to house 267 UWEC students this fall."
Bullying moves online
Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Aug. 20 Carolina Weekly article "Bullying moves online."
Report ranks area universities
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the article "Report ranks area universities" in the Local Briefs section of the Aug. 18 Leader-Telegram and in the Aug. 17 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UW-Madison drops slightly in college ranking."
Sacred Heart Hospital Names New Medical Staff Officers
UW-Eau Claire alumna Melissa Emmerich was featured in the Aug. 10 Sacred Heart Hospital news release "Sacred Heart Hospital Names New Medical Staff Officers."
National wrestling hall to honor five from state
Retired UW-Eau Claire wrestling coach Don Parker was featured in the Aug. 11 Madison.com article "National wrestling hall to honor five from state."
UW unions aiming for spring talks
Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, was quoted in the Aug. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW unions aiming for spring talks."
Q&A with Carthage College Provost Julio Rivera
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 12 Kenosha News column "Q&A with Carthage College Provost Julio Rivera."
Princeton Review names UW-Eau Claire a 2011 Best Midwestern College
Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Aug. 13 WQOW-TV story "Princeton Review names UW-Eau Claire a 2011 Best Midwestern College" and in the Aug. 13 WEAU-TV story "UWEC named as one of the best midwestern colleges."
Russ Peloquin new head wrestling coach at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Russ Peloquin, kinesiology, was featured in the Aug. 12 Examiner article "Russ Peloquin new head wrestling coach at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire."
UW-Eau Claire professor wins teaching honor
Dr. Paul Thomas, physics and astronomy, was featured in the Aug. 13 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire professor wins teaching honor," the Aug. 13 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire professor wins teaching honor," the Aug. 13 Wisconsin State Journal article "2 profs, 1 department win UW teaching honors," the Aug. 14 Chippewa Herald article "UW-Eau Claire professor among 3 recognized by UW system" and the Aug. 13 Chicago Tribune article "2 profs, 1 department win UW teaching honors."
La. cyberbullying law takes effect
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Aug. 15 Shreveport (La.) Times article "La. cyberbullying law takes effect."
Three nontraditional UWEC students awarded Chancellor's scholarships
UW-Eau Claire students Jon Andersen, Lan Pham Vu and Kirstin Whiteside were featured in the Aug. 10 WQOW-TV story "Three nontraditional UWEC students awarded Chancellor's scholarships."
The Gulf oil well is capped, but what next?
Dr. Todd Wellnitz, biology, was interviewed for the Aug. 10 WQOW-TV story "The Gulf oil well is capped, but what next?"
Princeton Review names UW-Eau Claire a 2011 Best Midwestern College
Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Aug. 13 WQOW-TV story "Princeton Review names UW-Eau Claire a 2011 Best Midwestern College."
An Artful Life
UW-Eau Claire alumna Cynthia Wing-Reed was featured in the article "An Artful Life" in the summer 2010 issue of the Chippewa Valley Business Report.
What's for Dinner?
UW-Eau Claire alumna Laurel Robertson was featured in the article "What's for Dinner?" in the summer 2010 issue of the Chippewa Valley Business Report.
Flexible office means women's work is never done
Research by Dr. Kristina Bourne, management and marketing, and Dr. Pamela Forman, sociology, was featured in the Aug. 9 Financial Post article "Flexible office means women's work is never done."
Ensemble releases instrumental album
Ivar Lunde Jr. (emeritus), music and theatre arts, was quoted in the July 29 Leader-Telegram article "Ensemble releases instrumental album." Tiit Raid (emeritus), art & design, also was mentioned in the article.
Scholarship honors Jansens
The Michael and Vera Jansen Scholarship, established through the UW-Eau Claire Foundation, was featured in the Aug. 4 Chippewa Herald article "Scholarship honors Jansens."
UW System officials stump for funding
UW-Eau Claire student Aaron Wingad, who also is a UW System student regent, and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich, were quoted in the Aug. 10 Leader-Telegram article "UW System officials stump for funding."
Wisconsin parasite?
Signe Matson, Academic Advising, was the author of a letter to the editor titled "Wisconsin parasite?" which was published in the Aug. 4 Leader-Telegram.
UW-Eau Claire graduate lands leading role at dinner theater
UW-Eau Claire alumna Seri Johnson was featured in the Aug. 5 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire graduate lands leading role at dinner theater."
UW-EC professor: Plagiarism not surprising
Dr. Shevaun Watson, English, and UW-Eau Claire student Laura Sukowatey were interviewed for the Aug. 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC professor: Plagiarism not surprising."
New Chief for USGS National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Doug Beard was featured in the Aug. 4 U.S. Geological Survey news release "New Chief for USGS National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center."
New WHS band director takes over Spat Camp
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Matt Gullickson was featured in the Aug. 4 Waseca County (Minn.) News story "New WHS band director takes over Spat Camp."
International Bullying Conference Announces Keynote Speakers
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 3 Broadcast Newsroom article "International Bullying Conference Announces Keynote Speakers."
Everything or Nothing — student filmmakers shoot full-length thriller in EC
UW-Eau Claire student Matt Troge, alumnus Ben Klema and faculty member Allyson Loomis, English, were quoted in the July 29 Volume One article "Everything or Nothing — student filmmakers shoot full-length thriller in EC."
Alumni on WPR's 'Joy Cardin Show'
UW-Eau Claire alumni Harvey and Carol Gunderson discussed the new state law pertaining to race-based school mascots on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Joy Cardin Show" Aug. 2. More information is available online.
Allianz Hires 11 Annuity Wholesalers
UW-Eau Claire alumna Katie Ehrsam was featured in the July 29 Investment Advisor article "Allianz Hires 11 Annuity Wholesalers."
At home with the Holm girls
UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Holm and her sister, Andrea Holm, an incoming student, were mentioned in the July 31 Dunn County News article "At home with the Holm girls."
New Campus Sculpture Incorporates Sciencey Stuff
The new sculpture outside Phillips Hall was featured in the July 29 Volume One article "New Campus Sculpture Incorporates Sciencey Stuff."
UW-Madison business dean named to fundraising job
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Michael Knetter was featured in the July 28 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Madison business dean named to fundraising job," in the July 28 Wisconsin State Journal article "Update: Knetter to move from biz school to UW Foundation" and in the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC grad rises to top of UW fundraising."
Cast of musical romance includes arts benefactor
UW-Eau Claire alumna Carol Heyde and Nancy Clark Scobie (emerita), communication and journalism, were quoted in the July 21 Leader-Telegram article "Cast of musical romance includes arts benefactor."
New deli earns DECI award
Lisa Schuetz, University Recreation & Sport Facilities, was mentioned in the piece "New deli earns DECI award" in the Business Briefs section of the July 22 Leader-Telegram.
Menomonie woman grand prize winner of Packers instant scratch game
UW-Eau Claire alumna Rosemary Breitzman was featured in the July 22 WQOW-TV story "Menomonie woman grand prize winner of Packers instant scratch game."
MCA chapter elects officers
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Connell was featured in the piece "MCA chapter elects officers" in the Briefcase section of the July 11 Leader-Telegram.
Sonic Experiments — Michael Rambo Project techs out to rock on
UW-Eau Claire alumna Lauren Buelow wrote the July 15 Volume One article "Sonic Experiments — Michael Rambo Project techs out to rock on," which features alumni Michael Rambo and Brian Claxton and students Andrew Detra and Aaron Hedenstrom.
Female Folk Trio Hits the Road for One Last Hurrah
UW-Eau Claire alumna Lauren Buelow wrote the July 15 Volume One article "Female Folk Trio Hits the Road for One Last Hurrah," which features UW-Eau Claire students Adelyn Strei and Johanne Swanson.
New campus lot to help relieve upcoming parking shortage
The new parking lot being constructed at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the July 16 WQOW-TV story "New campus lot to help relieve upcoming parking shortage."
Stocks, including those with local ties, endure difficult second quarter
Research by Dr. Eric Jamelske and UW-Eau Claire students Brian Wood, Eric Nohelty and Zach Hines was featured in the July 18 Leader-Telegram article "Stocks, including those with local ties, endure difficult second quarter."
UW-Eau Claire to offer programs for nonprofit professionals
UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education programs for nonprofit professionals were featured in the July 13 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire to offer programs for nonprofit professionals."
UW-Eau Claire announces summer astronomy activities
Summer astronomy activities at UW-Eau Claire were featured in the July 13 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire announces summer astronomy activities."
A look back: remembering the worst storm to ever rip through the Eau Claire area
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the July 15 WEAU-TV story "A look back: remembering the worst storm to ever rip through the Eau Claire area."
Native American flute convention returns to UW-Eau Claire
Dr. Tim Lane, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the July 15 Leader-Telegram article "Native American flute convention returns to UW-Eau Claire."
UW-Eau Claire current/former players talk about summer basketball camp
UW-Eau Claire alumna and former Blugold basketball player Heidi Arciszewski and current students and Blugold basketball players Callie Halama and Laura Olson were interviewed for the July 15 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire current/former players talk about summer basketball camp."
Native American flute convention returns to UW-Eau Claire
Dr. Tim Lane, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the July 15 TMCnet Education Technology article "Native American flute convention returns to UW-Eau Claire."
Deadline approaches for fall election filings
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was interviewed for the July 8 WQOW-TV story "Deadline approaches for fall election filings."
Students receive prestigious Gilman scholarships for study abroad
UW-Eau Claire students T. Benjamin Fischer, Erin Byrne, Benjamin Zenda and Adam Coonen were featured in the July 8 WQOW-TV story "Students receive prestigious Gilman scholarships for study abroad."
Students named to deans' lists for spring semester at UW-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire students who were named to deans' lists for the spring semester were featured in the July 8 WQOW-TV story "Students named to deans' lists for spring semester at UW-Eau Claire."
Two universities to add new water fountains
Charles Farrell, University Centers, and UW-Eau Claire student Megan Koester were interviewed for the July 7 WEAU-TV story "Two universities to add new water fountains."
UWEC Hosting 2013 Softball Championships, 16th In Directors' Cup
The annoucement that UW-Eau Claire was chosed to host the 2013 NCAA Division III Softball Championships was the subject of the June 25 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire To Host 2013 NCAA Division III Softball Championships" and the June 28 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Hosting 2013 Softball Championships, 16th In Directors' Cup." Scott Kilgallon, athletics, was interviewed for the June 28 story.
Dean named for UW-Eau Claire business college
Diane Hoadley, who recently was named dean of the UW-Eau Claire College of Business, was featured in the article "Dean named for UW-Eau Claire business college" in the July 9 issue of The Business Journal of Milwaukee.
UW-Eau Claire Ships Most Books in World
The UW-Eau Claire chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society was featured in the piece "UW-Eau Claire Ships Most Books in World" in the June issue of the organization's e-newsletter, "Key connections." Paula Stuettgen (University Centers), UW-Eau Claire's Golden Key chapter adviser, also was featured in the "Advisor Spotlight" section of the same issue.
Chapin recommended as new MMS principal
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Chapin was featured in the July 3 River Falls Journal article "Chapin recommended as new MMS principal."
New Illinois law to fight bullying in cyberspace
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the July 3 Rockford (Ill.) Register Star article "New Illinois law to fight bullying in cyberspace."
Auto shop owner brings ice cream to the Philippines
Dr. Ned Beach, philosophy and religious studies, was quoted in the June 16 Leader-Telegram article "Auto shop owner brings ice cream to the Philippines." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
Eau Claire man to play for Frisbee sport's title
UW-Eau Claire graduate Patrick Niles was featured in the July 1 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man to play for Frisbee sport's title." UW-Eau Claire graduate Anna Hettler also was quoted in the article.
Mission on Wheels
UW-Eau Claire graduate Katie Nolan and her dad were featured in the June 24 Leader-Telegram article "Mission on Wheels." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library: Rob Reid Storytelling
Rob Reid, education studies, was featured in the June 30 Volume One calendar listing "L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library: Rob Reid Storytelling."
Overdue at the Library: Good Guides on How to Use It
Research by Eric Jennings, Jill Markgraf and Hans Kishel, McIntyre Library, was featured in the June 29 Chronicle of Higher Education article "Overdue at the Library: Good Guides on How to Use It."
Mosquito population in Western Wisconsin expected to explode
Kelly Murray, biology, was interviewed for the June 29 WEAU-TV story "Mosquito population in Western Wisconsin expected to explode."
Online Bullies Pull Schools Into the Fray
Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the article "Online Bullies Pull Schools Into the Fray" in the June 27 issue of The New York Times and in the June 23 Kansas State Collegian article "Cyber bullying: Students’ emotional, physical health at stake."
Trempealeau’s Big Dig: Archaeologists hunt for Native American relics
UW-Eau Claire student Andrew Lohr was quoted in the June 21 La Crosse Tribune article "Trempealeau’s Big Dig: Archaeologists hunt for Native American relics."
When Am I Local?
UW-Eau Claire student Matt Ledger wrote the June 17 Volume One article "When Am I Local?"
Prairie Farm ball field fundraiser nets $26,000
UW-Eau Claire alumna Barbara Bender was featured in the Barron News Shield article "Prairie Farm ball field fundraiser nets $26,000."
Local Man Donates Toothpick Holder Collection to UWEC
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Marvin Larson was featured in the June 17 Volume One article "Local Man Donates Toothpick Holder Collection to UWEC."
Shake up in local State Assembly District race
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Warren Petryk was featured in the June 15 WQOW-TV story "Shake up in local State Assembly District race."
The stage is home for Dennis McGraw
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dennis McGraw was featured in the article "The stage is home for Dennis McGraw" in the June 15 issue of The Garden Island.
Alumnus on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Noltner will be among the guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 18. Noltner, a Minneapolis-based photographer, will discuss his documentary project, "A Peace of My Mind," in which he solicits opinions from people in all walks of life about their interpretation and vision of peace. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
UW-Eau Claire starting $3-million construction project
Terry Classen, Facilities Planning and Management, was interviewed for the June 14 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire starting $3-million construction project."
After teaching career, Clark Scobie turns to writing, directing
Nancy Clark Scobie (emerita), communication and journalism, was featured in the May 26 Chippewa Herald article "After teaching career, Clark Scobie turns to writing, directing."
Kind, Franken host meetings to discuss conditions for Hmong refugees
Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action office, was quoted in the June 3 TwinCities.com article "Kind, Franken host meetings to discuss conditions for Hmong refugees."
DARE to Be Finished — Maybe Next Year
Dr. August Rubrecht (emeritus), English, was quoted in the article "DARE to Be Finished — Maybe Next Year" in the June 12 issue of The Wall Street Journal.
Construction work begins at UW-Eau Claire
Upcoming construction work at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the June 10 WEAU-TV story "Construction work begins at UW-Eau Claire."
Jobs report to Board of Regents stresses use of UW System research
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the June 11 Leader-Telegram article "UW technology centers backed in jobs report." The same article appeared in the June 10 issue of University & Colleges.
Upcoming tuition increases at UW-Eau Claire, within the UW System
Upcoming tuition increases at UW-Eau Claire and within the UW System were the subject of stories in the following media: Leader-Telegram (June 11 article, June 10 article, June 8 article, June 7 article); Wisconsin State Journal; Wausau Daily Herald; TwinCities.com; WEAU-TV; Washington Examiner; CBOnline; Madison.com; Chippewa Herald; Minneapolis Star-Tribune; Boston.com; and Yahoo!Finance.
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