The Rise In Cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Sept. 30 National Public Radio story "The Rise In Cyberbullying." He also wrote the column "Cyberbullying and a Student's Suicide — Most Cases Aren't Criminal," which was published in the Sept. 30 issue of The New York Times.

ECPD, UW-Eau Claire working together for safe homecoming

Safety measures for UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming weekend were the subject of the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram article "ECPD, UW-Eau Claire working together for safe homecoming." The article also was published in the Sept. 30 issue of Sports Technology & Communications in the News.

Student Senate passes new 'mythical bird' mascot for UW-Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire student body president Dylan Jambrek, student Casey Driscoll and Mike Rindo, University Communications, were quoted in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Bird sought for UW-EC student body mascot." A related story aired on WEAU-TV Sept. 29.

UW-Eau Claire celebrates homecoming this week

UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming Week was featured in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire celebrates homecoming this week."

Obama fires up supporters at University of Wisconsin-Madison rally

Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the Sept. 29 Wisconsin State Journal article "Obama fires up supporters at University of Wisconsin-Madison rally."

Copper Park could be a golden opportunity at Flambeau Mine

UW-Eau Claire student Al Christianson was quoted in the September 2010 Ladysmith News article "Copper Park could be a golden opportunity at Flambeau Mine." He also was quoted in the 2010 Reclaimed Flambeau newsletter. 

Artist-in-residence Darren Woods on UWEC campus

UW-Eau Claire artist-in-residence Darren Woods was featured in the Sept. 29 WQOW-TV story "Artist-in-residence Darren Woods on UWEC campus."

Chemistry's popularity at UW-EC offers challenges

Dr. Mike Carney and Dr. Jim Phillips, chemistry, and UW-Eau Claire student Erin Stuckert were quoted in the Sept. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Chemistry's popularity at UW-EC offers challenges."

Rescue crews come together for full scale disaster drill

UW-Eau Claire nursing students, who volunteered during the Sept. 21 disaster drill, were mentioned in the Sept. 21 WEAU-TV story "Rescue crews come together for full scale disaster drill."

Fall Creek cross country team uses underwater treadmill

Dr. Don Bredle, kinesiology, was quoted in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Fall Creek cross country team uses underwater treadmill."

Chinese acrobats defy physics with performance

UW-Eau Claire students Amanda Buchberger, Kayse Elmquist, Rachel Behmer and Tara Wright were interviewed for the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Chinese acrobats defy physics with performance."

Local 18-year-old needs heart transplant

UW-Eau Claire alumna Shannon Sewilo was quoted in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Local 18-year-old needs heart transplant."

Libraries provide educational entertainment for tots

Kati Tvaruzka, McIntyre Library, and UW-Eau Claire alumna Amber Borofka, Children's Center, were quoted in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Libraries provide educational entertainment for tots."

First Amendment Film Festival planned Oct. 1, 2

Dr. Dan Perkins (emeritus), communication and journalism, was quoted in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "First Amendment Film Festival planned Oct. 1, 2."

UW-EC, Stout see rising student numbers

Kris Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout see rising student numbers." The article also was reprinted on TwinCities.com Sept. 23, and a related story ran on WEAU-TV Sept. 22.

Mural project shows history of Sherman School

UW-Eau Claire graduate Anne Hines and students Stacie Weisse and Dana Sterzinger were quoted in the Sept. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Mural project shows history of Sherman School."

GPS Principal Named Arizona's Distinguished Elementary Principal of the Year

UW-Eau Claire alumna Dr. Robyn Conrad was featured in the May 2010 Gilbert (Ariz.) Public Schools news release "GPS Principal Named Arizona's Distinguished Elementary Principal of the Year."

S. Carey makes his own masterpiece

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Sean Carey was featured in the article "S. Carey makes his own masterpiece" in the Sept. 21 issue of The (Notre Dame) Observer.

'Hmong Leaders for Eau Claire' begins in November

A UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education program on Hmong leadership was the subject of the Sept. 20 WQOW-TV story "'Hmong Leaders for Eau Claire' begins in November."

UW-EC building to consolidate child care

Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students office, and Becky Wurzer, Children's Center, were quoted in the Sept. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC building to consolidate child care."

Conserving Habitat Through the Federal Farm Bill — A Guide for Land Trusts and Landowners

Dr. Paula Kleintjes Neff, biology, was quoted in the 2010 publication "Conserving Habitat Through the Federal Farm Bill — A Guide for Land Trusts and Landowners."

Blugold Beginnings to expand thanks to $274,028 AmeriCorps grant

A new Blugold Beginnings grant was the subject of the Sept. 14 WQOW-TV story "Blugold Beginnings to expand thanks to $274,028 AmeriCorps grant."

'Cookies for a Cause' to raise funds for local organizations

UW-Eau Claire's new "Cookies for a Cause" fundraiser was the subject of the Sept. 14 WQOW-TV story "'Cookies for a Cause' to raise funds for local organizations."

Golden Dragon Acrobats to open Artists Series season at UWEC

The Sept. 23 Artists Series show at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Sept. 9 WQOW-TV story "Golden Dragon Acrobats to open Artists Series season at UWEC."

UWEC Health care administration program receives reaccreditation

The UW-Eau Claire health care administration program's recent reaccreditation was the subject of the Sept. 9 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Health care administration program receives reaccreditation."

UWEC Women's Golf Names New Coach

UW-Eau Claire alumna Meghan Sobotta, the new head women's golf coach at UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the Sept. 6 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Women's Golf Names New Coach." She also was featured in the Sept. 6 WEAU-TV story "Meghan Sobotta New UW-Eau Claire Women's Golf Coach."

Grengs selling theater chain after 77 years

Connie Olson, Publications, and her husband, Mike, were mentioned in the Sept. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Grengs selling theater chain after 77 years."

Experts: Patterns predict gains for Republicans in November elections

Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, and Mort Sipress (emeritus), political science, were quoted in the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Experts: Patterns predict gains for Republicans in November elections."

Paul Thomas earns UW's highest honor for teaching

Dr. Paul Thomas, physics and astronomy, was featured in the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Paul Thomas earns UW's highest honor for teaching." Dr. Erik Hendrickson, physics and astronomy, and UW-Eau Claire student Samantha Ramp also were quoted in the article.

Alumni, students cheer on rugby team after tragically losing player

A UW-Eau Claire women's rugby game in memory of UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Schmitt was featured in the Sept. 18 WEAU-TV story "Alumni, students cheer on rugby team after tragically losing player."

Dining options altered for new UW-Eau Claire student center

Dr. Beth Hellwig, Student Affairs, Charles Farrell, University Centers, and UW-Eau Claire student Mitch Wenzel were quoted in the Sept. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Dining options altered for new UW-Eau Claire student center." A related story ran on WEAU-TV Sept. 15.

Plans for UW-Eau Claire's new student center underway

UW-Eau Claire student body president Dylan Jambrek was interviewed for the Sept. 15 WQOW-TV story "Plans for UW-Eau Claire's new student center underway."

Baca part of 'Wicked' orchestra in Minneapolis production

Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Sept. 14 WEAU-TV story "Baca part of 'Wicked' orchestra in Minneapolis production."

UW-Eau Claire Women's rugby players remember their teammate

UW-Eau Claire student Sarah Schmitt, who passed away Sept. 12 as a result of a car accident, was featured in the Sept. 14 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Women's rugby players remember their teammate," the Sept. 14 Badger Herald article "UW Eau Claire junior dies in tragic car wreck" and the Sept. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Life Story: UW-EC student remembered for humor, serious side."

New organization to match businesses with interns

Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, and UW-Eau Claire student Ben Basler were quoted in the Sept. 14 Leader-Telegram article "New organization to match businesses with interns."

New website to help people find internships

Jeanne Skoug, Career Services, was interviewed for the Sept. 13 WEAU-TV story "New website to help people find internships."

UWEC Marching Band a pretty big deal

The Blugold Marching Band's Sept. 19 performance at the Vikings/Dolphins game was the subject of the Sept. 15 Volume One article "UWEC Marching Band a pretty big deal and the Sept. 15 WEAU-TV story "Blugold Marching Band to perform at Vikings home opener." The Leader-Telegram also created a slide show, which features photographs of a Sept. 16 Blugold Marching Band rehearsal.

2010 Feingold responds to 'career politician' ads

A tentative debate at UW-Eau Claire involving Sen. Russ Feingold was mentioned in the Sept. 9 Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel article "Feingold responds to 'career politician' ads."

Friends' kindness lessens family's cancer trauma

UW-Eau Claire graduate Carla Rubeck was featured in the Sept. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Friends' kindness lessens family's cancer trauma." Carla's husband, Mike Rubeck, also a UW-Eau Claire graduate, was quoted in the article, as was Carla's niece, Sara Larsen, a UW-Eau Claire student.

Camp brings courage and comfort to those with aphasia

The Aphasia Camp, held Sept. 10-12 at the Eau Claire YMCA's Camp Manitou, was the subject of the Sept. 11 WEAU-TV story "Camp brings courage and comfort to those with aphasia." Several UW-Eau Claire faculty members and many UW-Eau Claire students volunteered at the camp. More information.

Professor: Policy work needed for improved U.S.-Muslim relations

Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was interviewed for the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram "Gimme 5" column "Professor: Policy work needed for improved U.S.-Muslim relations."

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."

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?"

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."