News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Muslim Countries Vary Greatly on Censorship of Hollywood Films
Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 21 FoxNews.com story "Muslim Countries Vary Greatly on Censorship of Hollywood Films."
Dangers of teens and technology forum to be held in Dunn County
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Oct. 18 WQOW-TV story "Dangers of teens and technology forum to be held in Dunn County."
Schools begin taking bullying by the horns
Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Oct. 14 Pittsburgh (Pa.) Post-Gazette article "Schools begin taking bullying by the horns."
A Remake Worth Seeing — the Olsons have big plans for local movie houses
Connie Olson, publications, and her husband, Mike, were featured in the Oct. 7 Volume One article "A Remake Worth Seeing — the Olsons have big plans for local movie houses."
Tavern owner disputes allegations he's anti-Muslim
UW-Eau Claire students Allison Schilling and Davan Raj were quoted in the Oct. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Tavern owner disputes allegations he's anti-Muslim."
UW-Eau Claire presents 'Anatomy of Gray'
Dr. Jennifer Chapman, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students Chasten Glezman and Eric Frei were quoted in the Oct. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire presents 'Anatomy of Gray.'"
UW-Eau Claire student to attend women's leadership summit
UW-Eau Claire student Catherine Emmanuelle was featured in the Oct. 14 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire student to attend women's leadership summit."
Artist looks to increase awareness by living in shanty
UW-Eau Claire student Cory Ploessl was featured in the Oct. 17 WEAU-TV story "Artist looks to increase awareness by living in shanty," in the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student living outside as part of project about poverty" and in the Oct. 16 WQOW-TV story "UWEC student living in shanty for art performance." Art & design faculty member Jason Lanka also was quoted in the Leader-Telegram article.
Chilean mine rescue hits home for Eau Claire couple
Dr. Jill Pinkney Pastrana, education studies, and Victor Pastrana, kinesiology, were interviewed for the Oct. 13 WQOW-TV story "Chilean mine rescue hits home for Eau Claire couple." The story also was posted on the Oct. 18 NEWSINDI website.
UW-Eau Claire comes out for sexual equality
UW-Eau Claire students Josh Riedel, Charlotte Kupsh and Hunter Roper, and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich were quoted in the Oct. 11 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire comes out for sexual equality." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
UWEC hosting seminar on off-campus housing for students
UW-Eau Claire's October renting seminars for students were the subject of the Oct. 11 WEAU-TV story "UWEC hosting seminar on off-campus housing for students."
Vigil brings attention to recent gay teen suicides
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Oct. 11 WEAU-TV story "Vigil brings attention to recent gay teen suicides."
Community celebrates National Coming Out Day
UW-Eau Claire student Roxie Schmidt was interviewed for the Oct. 11 WQOW-TV story "Community celebrates National Coming Out Day."
Cyberbullying: New tactics to age-old issue
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 10 Martinez (Calif.) News Gazette article "Cyberbullying: New tactics to age-old issue."
Barrett contrasts himself with Walker in campaign stop
UW-Eau Claire's Materials Science Center was mentioned in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Barrett contrasts himself with Walker in campaign stop" and in the Oct. 12 WQOW-TV story "Tom Barrett visits UW-Eau Claire Tuesday."
Faculty member on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, who directs the Master Singers, will be featured on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Oct. 15. The show can be heard at 5 p.m. on WHWC, 88.3 FM. More information.
Jyl Kelley, art & design, was quoted in the Oct. 12 Chippewa Herald article "Ekenstedt to be part of D.C. exhibit." UW-Eau Claire students Megan Ekenstedt, Kimberly Roffers, Glenn Terpstra, Rachel Konsella and Lydia Gantert also were mentioned in the article, as was Wanrudee Buranakorn, art & design.
UWEC improves ranking on LGBT-Friendly Campus Climate Index
Dr. Patricia Kleine, Academic Affairs, Dr. Beth Hellwig, Student Affairs, and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich were quoted in the Oct. 11 WQOW-TV story "UWEC improves ranking on LGBT-Friendly Campus Climate Index."
UWEC hosting seminar on off-campus housing for students
Smart renting seminars hosted by UW-Eau Claire in October were the subject of the Oct. 11 WEAU-TV story "UWEC hosting seminar on off-campus housing for students."
Vigil brings attention to recent gay teen suicides
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Oct. 11 WEAU-TV story "Vigil brings attention to recent gay teen suicides."
UW-EC professor, cook share Middle East cultures, cuisine
Dr. Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology, was featured in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC professor, cook share Middle East cultures, cuisine."
Injuries still impact Collicott
UW-Eau Claire alumna Brian Collicott was featured in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Injuries still impact Collicott."
'Bullying: No Escape'
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was a guest on CNN's "Anderson Cooper 360°" Oct. 8. His appearance was part of the "Bullying: No Escape" special report. A related story also aired on WEAU-TV Oct. 7.
How to protect your child from online bullies
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 6 CNN International article "How to protect your child from online bullies."
Bell will talk during history paddle
A presentation by UW-Eau Claire student Robert Bell was featured in the Oct. 8 Chippewa Herald article "Bell will talk during history paddle."
Seeking Clearer Waters — Students take pollution action on The Chip
Dr. Ruth Cronje, English, was quoted in the Oct. 7 Volume One article "Seeking Clearer Waters — Students take pollution action on The Chip." Dr. Paula Kleintjes-Neff, biology; Dr. Garry Running, geography and anthropology; and Dr. Donald Mowry, Center for Service-Learning; also were mentioned in the article.
College leaders describe efforts to aid workforce
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned and UW-Eau Claire was highlighted in the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram article "College leaders describe efforts to aid workforce."
Fundraiser honors former Blugolds player, dedicated alum
UW-Eau Claire alumni John Bachmeier, Alumni Relations, and Betsy Kell were quoted in the Oct. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Fundraiser honors former Blugolds player, dedicated alum."
Duke Grad's 'Sex Thesis' Flunks Internet 101
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 7 AOL News article "Duke Grad's 'Sex Thesis' Flunks Internet 101."
Trees planted in 3rd Ward boulevards
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, was interviewed for the Oct. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Trees planted in 3rd Ward boulevards." The UW-Eau Claire Conservationists and the Student National Environmental Health Association also were mentioned in the article.
Phone books thinning with fewer landlines, rise of online listings
Nancy Revak, Learning and Technology Services, was interviewed for the Oct. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Phone books thinning with fewer landlines, rise of online listings."
Number of international students grows at UW-EC
Dr. Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, and UW-Eau Claire international student Yuchen Xie were quoted in the Oct. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Number of international students grows at UW-EC." UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec wrote the article.
Education fair focuses on the cost of college
The Wisconsin Education Fair Oct. 5 at UW-Eau Claire was the subject of the Oct. 5 WEAU-TV story "Education fair focuses on the cost of college."
Site approved for new UWEC child care center
The Eau Claire Plan Commission's approval of the site plan for UW-Eau Claire's new child care center was the subject of the WEAU-TV story "Site approved for new UWEC child care center."
Water budgeting must start soon, speaker says
Maude Barlow's Forum presentation Oct. 5 at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Water budgeting must start soon, speaker says."
256 Hospital and Healthcare Industry Leaders to Know
UW-Eau Claire alumna Faye Deich was featured in the Sept. 10 Becker's Hospital Review article "256 Hospital and Healthcare Industry Leaders to Know."
Obama taps Former Rep. Mark Green for poverty agency appointment
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Green was featured in the Sept. 29 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Obama taps Former Rep. Mark Green for poverty agency appointment."
Edible mushrooms a prize when bird hunt doesn't pan out
Dr. Wilson Taylor, biology, was quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Edible mushrooms a prize when bird hunt doesn't pan out."
UWEC has plan in place to alert students of campus emergency
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the Oct. 4 WQOW-TV story "UWEC has plan in place to alert students of campus emergency."
Grant enhances UWEC's nursing skills lab
A grant written by Dr. Debra Jansen, nursing, was featured in the Oct. 5 WQOW-TV story "Grant enhances UWEC's nursing skills lab."
UWEC professor to appear on national TV show
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Oct. 7 WEAU-TV story "UWEC professor to appear on national TV show."
Change or wither, author tells business growth conference
The 2010 Synergy Conference, hosted by UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Change or wither, author tells business growth conference."
Local poet left us with a wealth of words
Dr. Dina St. Louis (emerita), English, who passed away Sept. 29, was featured in the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Local poet left us with a wealth of words."
Grant enhances UWEC's nursing skills lab
A new grant awarded to the UW-Eau Claire College of Nursing and Health Sciences was featured in the Oct. 5 WQOW-TV story "Grant enhances UWEC's nursing skills lab."
Debt collector bill is bipartisan, for now
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Eric Block was mentioned in the Oct. 3 Minneapolis Star Tribune article "Debt collector bill is bipartisan, for now."
Opinions mixed on UW-Stout's alcohol crackdown
UW-Eau Claire student Amanda Fay and Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, were interviewed for the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Opinions mixed on UW-Stout's alcohol crackdown."
UWEC international student population increases by 26 percent
UW-Eau Claire students Daven Ghandi Rajan, David Steinfeld and Yuchen Xie, and Dr. Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, were interviewed for the Sept. 29 WQOW-TV story "UWEC international student population increases by 26 percent."
Education Fair at UWEC's Zorn Arena Guides College Choices
The 2010 Wisconsin Education Fair, held Oct. 4 and 5 at UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the Sept. 29 WQOW-TV story "Education Fair at UWEC's Zorn Arena Guides College Choices."
Replacing Zorn, Phillips, Haas renovation top UW-EC plans
Mike Rindo, University Communications; Dr. Erik Hendrickson, physics and astronomy; and Chuck Major, Housing and Residence Life, were quoted in the Oct. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Replacing Zorn, Phillips, Haas renovation top UW-EC plans."
Emeritus faculty member on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
Ivar Lunde Jr. (emeritus), music and theatre arts, was interviewed about the Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra's opening concert on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Oct. 1. More information.
UWEC has plan in place to alert students of campus emergency
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the Oct. 4 WQOW-TV story "UWEC has plan in place to alert students of campus emergency."
Speaker to warn about world's supply of fresh water
The Oct. 5 Forum presentation by Maude Barlow was the subject of the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Speaker to warn about world's supply of fresh water."
UW-EC students clean up trash after homecoming
The Adopt-a-Block cleanup after UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming festivities was the subject of the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students clean up trash after homecoming."
UW-Eau Claire students and faculty present Eau Queer Film Festival
UW-Eau Claire student Betty Rae Matthews and faculty member Ellen Mahaffy, communication and journalism, were quoted in the Oct. 3 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students and faculty present Eau Queer Film Festival" Dr. Pam Forman, sociology, also was mentioned in the article.
UW-Eau Claire kicks off its homecoming weekend
UW-Eau Claire student Jordan Benedict was interviewed for the Oct. 2 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire kicks off its homecoming weekend."
Professor: Recent suicide not typical cyberbullying case
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Professor: Recent suicide not typical cyberbullying case" and in the Oct. 3 Central Florida Future article "Online bullying can hurt more."
Police say most students behaved during homecoming celebrations
UW-Eau Claire's Homecoming weekend was the subject of the Oct. 4 WEAU-TV story "Police say most students behaved during homecoming celebrations."
Kids get out to enjoy the Chippewa River Adventure Camp
Libby Thurston, Continuing Education, was interviewed for the Oct. 2 WEAU-TV story "Kids get out to enjoy the Chippewa River Adventure Camp."
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."
Sacred Heart Hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer Named W-ONE’s Nurse Leader of the Year
UW-Eau Claire alumna Amy Dwyer was featured in the Sept. 17 Sacred Heart Hospital news release "Sacred Heart Hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer Named W-ONE’s Nurse Leader of the Year."
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."
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