UW-EC Student Senate refuses to support outright tobacco ban

 UW-Eau Claire Student Senate vice president Phil Rynish was quoted in the Dec. 6 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Student Senate refuses to support outright tobacco ban."
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Man posts 'No Negros Allowed' sign on future business

Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, was interviewed for the Dec. 6 WEAU-TV story "Man posts 'No Negros Allowed' sign on future business."
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Music faculty on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff and Dr. Ethan Wickman, music and theatre arts, discussed UW-Eau Claire’s Holiday Concert on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Dec. 3. An audio archive of the show is available online.
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With Traffic Jam in Super Bowl, Can Any Auto Brand Really Win?

Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, management and marketing, was quoted in the Dec. 6 Advertising Age article "With Traffic Jam in Super Bowl, Can Any Auto Brand Really Win?"
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Faculty member, students featured in ECASD newsletter

Amy Young, foreign languages, and students from one of her Spanish classes, were featured in a recent Eau Claire Area School District "Quick Tips" newsletter.
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Area students worry about situation in their home country

Dr. Stephen Hill was interviewed for the Dec. 1 WEAU-TV story "Area students worry about situation in their home country."
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Chronic imbalance in teacher specialties

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Dec. 5 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Chronic imbalance in teacher specialties."
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UW-EC proposal would ban tobacco, but lacks enforcement

UW-Eau Claire student Jake Berner, Mitchell Freymiller, biology, and Katie Wilson, Student Health Service, were interviewed for the Nov. 30 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC proposal would ban tobacco, but lacks enforcement."
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Students meet with campus leaders about proposal to go tobacco free

A Nov. 30 meeting to discuss the possibility of a tobacco-free UW-Eau Claire campus was the subject of the Nov. 30 WEAU-TV story "Students meet with campus leaders about proposal to go tobacco free."
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SPASH grad an eligible bachelor

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tunde Olatunji was featured in the Nov. 25 Stevens Point Journal article "SPASH grad an eligible bachelor."
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Softball team featured in Softball Magazine

The UW-Eau Claire softball team was featured in a recent issue of Softball Magazine. (Article link not available.)
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Expert speaks on cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 30 Daily Iowan article "Expert speaks on cyberbullying."
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Cyberbullying expert to give Dec. 3 presentation at UWEC

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Nov. 29 WQOW-TV story "Cyberbullying expert to give Dec. 3 presentation at UWEC."
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For kids, cyberbullies can be hard to escape

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 30 Iowa City Press Citizen article "For kids, cyberbullies can be hard to escape."
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Why online shopping is costing Wisconsin $150 million this year

Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, management and marketing, was interviewed for the Nov. 29 WEAU-TV story "Why online shopping is costing Wisconsin $150 million this year."
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Professor decries use of Native American mascots

Dr. Ezra Zeitler, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the Nov. 28 Wisconsin State Journal article "Professor decries use of Native American mascots."
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Lakefront Brewery reaches 'craft brewery' status

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Russ Klisch was featured in the Nov. 23 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Lakefront Brewery reaches 'craft brewery' status."
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UW-EC South Korean student: Peace must prevail

UW-Eau Claire student Yeoi Lin Lee was quoted in the Nov. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC South Korean student: Peace must prevail."
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UWEC grad student wins 1st place in master's thesis competition

UW-Eau Claire graduate student Guy Lewinski was featured in the Nov. 24 WQOW-TV story "UWEC grad student wins 1st place in master's thesis competition."
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Program to highlight perils of cyberbullies

Program on cyberbullying by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, were featured in the Nov. 27 Iowa City Press-Citizen article "Program to highlight perils of cyberbullies" and in the Nov. 24 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "Cyberbullying presentations offered."
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UW-Eau Claire class helps Northwoods students improve mental, physical fitness

Dr. Martha Fay, communication and journalism, and UW-Eau Claire students Brianne Schwarz, Amanda Michalski and Emily Schreiner were quoted in the Nov. 26 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire class helps Northwoods students improve mental, physical fitness." The article was reprinted on the Green.TMCnet website.
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Forum speaker probes humans' earliest origins

The Dec. 1 UW-Eau Claire Forum presentation by Ann Gibbons was the subject of the Nov. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Forum speaker probes humans' earliest origins."
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Caitlin Lee, President of the Hmong Mutual Aid Association

Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action office, was featured in the article "Caitlin Lee, President of the Hmong Mutual Aid Association" in the November/December issue of Wisconsin West magazine. (Link not available.)
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Free clinic offers meaningful experience to students

UW-Eau Claire alumni Brent Hafele and Paulina Duarte, and student Aaron Wingad were interviewed for the Nov. 22 WQOW-TV story "Free clinic offers meaningful experience to students."
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UW chancellors call for civility on campuses

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was among the UW System chancellors who signed an open letter urging campus civility on System campuses. The letter was reprinted in the Nov. 23 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UW chancellors call for civility on campuses."
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All-America Honors for 2010 Division III Cross Country Season Released

UW-Eau Claire students Elizabeth Prunty, Margaret Ho and Alyssa Sybilrud, who each received All-America honors for the 2010 cross country season, were listed in the Nov. 21 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association article "All-America Honors for 2010 Division III Cross Country Season Released."
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Older students give younger ones a healthy after-school lesson

UW-Eau Claire student Amanda Michalski was interviewed for the Nov. 18 WQOW-TV story "Older students give younger ones a healthy after-school lesson."
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Students hope petition changes Walker's mind

UW-Eau Claire students Matthew Mitchell, Jimmy Haggerty and Jacob Kampen were interviewed for the Nov. 17 WEAU-TV story "Students hope petition changes Walker's mind."
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Football in the family: Brothers taking two teams to state

UW-Eau Claire alumni Jeff, Robin, Rodney and Dean Rosemeyer were featured in the Nov. 17 WEAU-TV story "Football in the family: Brothers taking two teams to state."
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UW-EC student's internship helped protect national security

UW-Eau Claire student Mark Bauer was featured in the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student's internship helped protect national security." Dr. Simei Tong, mathematics, was quoted in the article, which was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
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UW-EC events feature Mideast culture

UW-Eau Claire student Daven Raj was quoted in the Nov. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC events feature Mideast culture."
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Lieutenant governor-elect tours business, pushes growth

UW-Eau Claire student  Jimmy Haggerty was quoted in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Lieutenant governor-elect tours business, pushes growth."
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Weber Shandwick Promotes Barb Hemberger To Senior Vice President In Healthcare Practice

UW-Eau Claire alumna Barb Hemberger was featured in the Nov. 17 Weber Shandwick news release "Weber Shandwick Promotes Barb Hemberger To Senior Vice President In Healthcare Practice."
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UW-Eau Claire alumnus, faculty member on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Patrick O'Brien and art & design faculty member Jason Lanka will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Nov. 19. More information.
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Staff member featured on WQOW-TV 'In Person'

Abby Vercauteren, Women's and Gender Equity Center, was featured during a Nov. 15 WQOW-TV "In Person" interview.
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UW-EC chancellor named finalist for Hawaii job

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor named finalist for Hawaii job."
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A time to be Hmong

Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action office, was quoted in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "A time to be Hmong."
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Desire to serve community benefits Boy Scouts

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Joe Carlson was featured in the Nov. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Desire to serve community benefits Boy Scouts."
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4 odd/cool clubs from local colleges

Several UW-Eau Claire student organizations were featured in the Nov. 11 Volume One article "4 odd/cool clubs from local colleges."
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Mover: Jason Voiovich

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jason Voiovich was featured in the Nov. 8 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "Mover: Jason Voiovich."
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Alumnus, student on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

UW-Eau Claire alumnus and former Singing Statesmen member John Lee, Learning and Technology Services, and UW-Eau Claire student and current Singing Statesmen president Shawn Ryser were guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Nov. 12 to discuss the Statesmen's 45th anniversary concert. An audio archive of the show can be found online.
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UWEC rated one of the most affordable in the Midwest

UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Nov. 10 WEAU-TV story "UWEC rated one of the most affordable in the Midwest."
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Hmong community celebrates New Years this weekend

Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action office, was interviewed for the Nov. 13 WEAU-TV story "Hmong community celebrates New Years this weekend."
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Expert: Bullying law falls short

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Expert: Bullying law falls short."
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Universities report more students in honors programs

UW-Eau Claire's Honors Program was featured in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Universities report more students in honors programs." Dr. Jefford Vahlbusch, director of the Honors Program, was quoted in the article.
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Social Stalking: Sharing too much on social networking sites

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Nov. 12 WEAU-TV story "Social Stalking: Sharing too much on social networking sites."
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3 Wisconsin colleges test Teacher Performance Assessment Program

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 11 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "3 Wisconsin colleges test Teacher Performance Assessment Program."
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Birthday gift establishes music and theatre arts scholarship

The UW-Eau Claire news release "Birthday gift establishes music and theatre arts scholarship" was posted on the Media Newswire website Nov. 11.
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Author details war tale at forum

UW-Eau Claire students Jared Williams and Jon Waggoner were quoted in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Author details war tale at forum."
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College Board, U.S. News figures point to UW-Eau Claire affordability, accessibility

The UW-Eau Claire news release "College Board, U.S. News figures point to UW-Eau Claire affordability, accessibility" was posted on the Media Newswire website Nov. 11.
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UW-Eau Claire Singing Statesmen celebrate 45 years

Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire students and Singing Statesmen members Shawn Ryser and Bill Seipel were quoted in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire Singing Statesmen celebrate 45 years."
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Underneath the Lintel — 'Saved by the Bell' actor returns to EC for one-man show

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Patrick O’Brien was featured in the Nov. 4 Volume One article "Underneath the Lintel — 'Saved by the Bell' actor returns to EC for one-man show."
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Questioning the Locals — Grant Schultz

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Grant Schultz was featured in the Nov. 4 Volume One article "Questioning the Locals — Grant Schultz."
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Making a difference — Connecting to students through music

UW-Eau Claire graduate Errin Kilgore, currently a Peace Corps volunteer in Grenada, was featured in the article "Making a difference — Connecting to students through music," which was published in the March-June 2010 of the Peace Corps' Serious Ting magazine.
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FDA is considering new warning labels for cigarettes

Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, management and marketing, was interviewed for the Nov. 10 WQOW-TV story "FDA is considering new warning labels for cigarettes."
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Former Chippewa Falls woman brings faiths together

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sahar Taman was featured in the Nov. 7 Chippewa Herald article "Former Chippewa Falls woman brings faiths together."
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Suder named Assembly majority leader

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Scott Suder was featured in the Nov. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Suder named Assembly majority leader" and in the Nov. 8 WQOW-TV story "Rep. Suder reacts to new leadership position in Madison."
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Area alumni finding success

UW-Eau Claire graduate Michael LeMay was featured and quoted in the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Area alumni finding success." Dr. Jack Tan, computer science, and Dr. Karen Havholm, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, also were quoted in the article.
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Chancellor's Roundtable set for Nov. 10

The UW-Eau Claire news release "Chancellor's Roundtable set for Nov. 10" was posted on the Media Newswire website Nov. 7.
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Symphony Orchestra performance to feature faculty soloists

The UW-Eau Claire news release "Symphony Orchestra performance to feature faculty soloists" was posted on the Media Newswire website Nov. 7.
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Student recognized for research on diversity issues

The UW-Eau Claire news release "Student recognized for research on diversity issues," featuring UW-Eau Claire student Elsa Kraus, was posted on the Media Newswire website Nov. 7.
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International Flavor — popular International Folk Festival returns to UWEC

UW-Eau Claire's International Folk Fair was featured in the Oct. 21 Volume One article "International Flavor — popular International Folk Festival returns to UWEC."
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Hundreds take part in International Folk Fair

UW-Eau Claire's International Folk Fair was featured in the Nov. 7 WEAU-TV story "Hundreds take part in International Folk Fair."
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Journalist to speak on private war companies

The Nov. 9 UW-Eau Claire Forum presentation by investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill was the subject of the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Journalist to speak on private war companies."
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International Folk Fest features more than food

Catherine Thompson and Jodi Simek, Center for International Education, and UW-Eau Claire student Alethia Moua were quoted in the Nov. 7 Leader-Telegram article "International Folk Fest features more than food."
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Voter turnout expected to be between 50% and 60% in Eau Claire Co.

Dr. Steven Majstorovic, political science, was interviewed for the Nov. 2 WEAU-TV story "Voter turnout expected to be between 50% and 60% in Eau Claire Co."
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Menomonie Middle School hosting cyberbully forum

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Nov. 2 WQOW-TV story "Menomonie Middle School hosting cyberbully forum."
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UW-Eau Claire in store for energy savings

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the Nov. 1 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire in store for energy savings."
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Emeritus faculty member on WPR's 'The West Side'

Mort Sipress (emeritus), political science, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" Nov. 4 to discuss the Nov. 2 election results. More information.
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Lights, sound,action!

An upcoming presentation by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Oct. 30 Dunn County News article "Lights, sound,action!"
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In character, UW-Eau Claire actors take you to ghostly spots around town

UW-Eau Claire students Tyler Morris and Eddie Neve were interviewed for the Oct. 30 WQOW-TV story "In character, UW-Eau Claire actors take you to ghostly spots around town."
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Youth Symphony kicks off 30th season

Dr. Peter Haberman, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the Oct. 31 Leader-Telegram article "Youth Symphony kicks off 30th season."
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Student-created program to tally votes for radio stations

Dr. Paul Wagner, computer science, was quoted in the Nov. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Student-created program to tally votes for radio stations."
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Repavement project to begin at UW-Eau Claire

A UW-Eau Claire repaving project was discussed in the Oct. 25 WEAU-TV story "Repavement project to begin at UW-Eau Claire."
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Teens and Texting: Learning about Bullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Teens and Texting: Learning about Bullying."
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UWEC Computer science students create Election Tracker

Dr. Paul Wagner, computer science, and UW-Eau Claire student Mark Forseth were quoted in the Oct. 27 WQOW-TV story "UWEC Computer science students create Election Tracker." Students Wade Hansen and Adam Wasdovitch also were mentioned in the story.
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UW-Eau Claire unveils new child care center

Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students office, was interviewed for the Oct. 26 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire unveils new child care center."
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First UWEC faculty-student patent awarded to research project

Research by Dr. Jack Tan, computer science, and UW-Eau Claire graduate Michael LeMay was featured in the Oct. 25 WQOW-TV story "First UWEC faculty-student patent awarded to research project" and in the Oct. 26 Financial Tech Spotlight.
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Pen pals meet in person after 47 years of correspondence

Jeanine Grabowski, art & design, was featured in the Oct. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Pen pals meet in person after 47 years of correspondence."
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35th Annual International 'Battle of the Brains' Software Competition Kicks Off October 22

UW-Eau Claire was listed in the Oct. 20 IT News Online article "35th Annual International 'Battle of the Brains' Software Competition Kicks Off October 22."
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7 singers move on from Wisconsin Metropolitan Opera auditions

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Kevin Newell was featured in the Oct. 24 Milwaukee Journal Sentinal article "7 singers move on from Wisconsin Metropolitan Opera auditions."
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Parents Advised on Handling Cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 22 TMCnet.com article "Parents Advised on Handling Cyberbullying."
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Researchers get a taste of Cambodia

UW-Eau Claire students Brian Pauley and Chris Maierhofer, and biology faculty member Deb Freund were interviewed for the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Researchers get a taste of Cambodia." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
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College students turn out for 3rd Congressional District debate

UW-Eau Claire students Ben Krall, Stephen Kahlow and Matt Troge were interviewed for the Oct. 20 WQOW-TV story "College students turn out for 3rd Congressional District debate."
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College dropouts can cost taxpayers big bucks

Kris Anderson, Admissions, was interviewed for the Oct. 20 WEAU-TV story "College dropouts can cost taxpayers big bucks."
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Cyberbullying Tragedies Highlight Need for Parent Oversight: Experts

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 20 IT Online article "Cyberbullying Tragedies Highlight Need for Parent Oversight: Experts."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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.'"
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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