Local university students provide free tax assistance

UW-Eau Claire students involved with the VITA income tax assistance program were mentioned in the March 5 WQOW-TV story "Local university students provide free tax assistance."
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Students hold concert to reduce the use of the 'r' word

UW-Eau Claire student Nicole Webber was interviewed for the March 2 WEAU-TV story "Students hold concert to reduce the use of the "r" word."
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Civil rights pioneer says era's lessons being forgotten

UW-Eau Claire student Alex Schultz was quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram article "Civil rights pioneer says era's lessons being forgotten."
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Member of Little Rock Nine stops by UWEC

A UW-Eau Claire visit by civil rights legend Minnijean Brown Trickey was the subject of the March 2 WQOW-TV story "Member of Little Rock Nine stops by UWEC."
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Massive cuts: what it means for public education

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the March 2 WEAU-TV story "Massive cuts: what it means for public education."
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Sacred Heart Hospital announces leadership appointments

UW-Eau Claire alumna Julie Thalacker was featured in the Jan. 31 Sacred Heart Hospital news release "Sacred Heart Hospital announces leadership appointments."
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Sacred Heart Hospital announces Leaders of the Year for 2011

UW-Eau Claire alumna Deb Bloom was featured in the Jan. 26 Sacred Heart Hospital news release "Sacred Heart Hospital announces Leaders of the Year for 2011."
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Budget bill does not exclude campus police from changes

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the March 2 WQOW-TV story "Budget bill does not exclude campus police from changes."
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UWEC's Faber named NCHA Scholar-Athlete

UW-Eau Claire student Kristin Faber was featured in the March 3 WQOW-TV story "UWEC's Faber named NCHA Scholar-Athlete."
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Summit held to discuss dealing with alcohol abuse in college

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, was interviewed for the March 3 WEAU-TV story "Summit held to discuss dealing with alcohol abuse in college."
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Aid cuts to CVTC could shrink enrollment

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the March 2 Leader-Telegram article "Aid cuts to CVTC could shrink enrollment."
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UW Eau Claire staff considering retirement following governor's proposal

Jan Sikora and Donna Weber, Human Resources, were interviewed for the March 1 WQOW-TV story "UW Eau Claire staff considering retirement following governor's proposal."
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Walker seeks to split UW colleges

Dylan Jambrek, UW-Eau Claire's student body president, was quoted in the March 1 Minnesota Daily article "Walker seeks to split UW colleges."
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Local official: Many public workers exploring retirement

Donna Weber, Human Resources, was quoted in the March 1 Leader-Telegram article "Local official: Many public workers exploring retirement."
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Strong Opinions Over Wisconsin's Public Union Brawl

Dr. Fred Kolb, economics, had his letter to the editor "Strong Opinions Over Wisconsin's Public Union Brawl" published in the Feb. 25 issue of The Wall Street Journal. Kolb also was interviewed for the Feb. 22 WEAU-TV story "Economist says Budget Repair Bill could bring on another recession."
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Ambassador Mark Green joins U.S. Global Leadership Coalition as Senior Director

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Green was featured in the Feb. 24 U.S. Global Leadership Coalition article "Ambassador Mark Green joins U.S. Global Leadership Coalition as Senior Director."
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Eau Claire woman adapts to life as a Type 1 diabetic

UW-Eau Claire student Rachael McIlquham was featured in the Feb. 27 Chippewa Herald article "Eau Claire woman adapts to life as a Type 1 diabetic."
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Rusty Cunningham: UW split would send divisive message

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Feb. 27 La Crosse Tribune column "Rusty Cunningham: UW split would send divisive message."
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Civil rights pioneer, Little Rock Nine member to speak Wednesday

The upcoming visit to UW-Eau Claire by civil rights legend Minnijean Brown Trickey was featured in the Feb. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Civil rights pioneer, Little Rock Nine member to speak Wednesday."
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Adventure Day at Mesabi East

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was inteviewed for the Feb. 25 WDIO-TV story "Adventure Day at Mesabi East."
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Report: Charlie Sheen May Not Shine, But Stars Are Aligned As Print Ad Activists

Research by Drs. Chuck Tomkovick and Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, was featured in the Feb. 25 NYSportsJournalism article "Report: Charlie Sheen May Not Shine, But Stars Are Aligned As Print Ad Activists."
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Staff member on WPR's 'The West Side'

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" March 3 to discuss UW-Eau Claire's work to prevent problem drinking among students. The show will air on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Booz Allen Hamilton Names Horacio Rozanski as Chief Operating Officer

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Horacio Rozanski was featured in the Feb. 23 4-traders article "Booz Allen Hamilton Names Horacio Rozanski as Chief Operating Officer." The article also appeared in the Feb. 24 issue of WashingtonTechnology.
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Local Regent dismayed by Madison breakaway

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Local Regent dismayed by Madison breakaway."
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New student center may not get name change

Dr. Beth Hellwig, student affairs; UW-Eau Claire student Tim Lauer; and Juelie Sires, Activities and Programs; were quoted in the Feb. 24 Leader-Telegram article "New student center may not get name change."
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Former University of Wisconsin-Marshfield/Wood County Dean Andrew Keogh named interim dean for UW-Fox Valley

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Andrew Keogh was featured in the Feb. 16 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Former University of Wisconsin-Marshfield/Wood County Dean Andrew Keogh named interim dean for UW-Fox Valley."
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UW-La Crosse faculty vote on unionization, even as bargaining rights threatened

Dr. James Oberly, history, was interviewed for the Feb. 23 Minnesota Public Radio story "UW-La Crosse faculty vote on unionization, even as bargaining rights threatened."
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Family History Research Made Easy at the Library

Greg Kocken, McIntyre Library, was mentioned in the Feb. 21 WQOW-TV story "Family History Research Made Easy at the Library."
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On Campus: Fledgling faculty unions would dissolve under Walker's bill

Dr. Stephanie Turner, English, was quoted in the Feb. 21 Madison.com article "On Campus: Fledgling faculty unions would dissolve under Walker's bill."
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Who uses the Eau Claire City Transit System?

UW-Eau Claire student Thalia Laier was interviewed for the Feb. 21 WEAU-TV story "Who uses the Eau Claire City Transit System?"
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Teaching music to kids: One couple leads way in Independence

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Craig Lehmeier and his wife, Pam, were featured in the Feb. 21 La Crosse Tribune article "Teaching music to kids: One couple leads way in Independence."
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DCE Hires New Football and Volleyball Coaches

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Luke Coenen was featured in the Feb. 16 WAOW-TV story "DCE Hires New Football and Volleyball Coaches."
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Counter protesters meet protesters at capitol

UW-Eau Claire student and Student Senate president Dylan Jambrek was interviewed for the Feb. 19 WQOW-TV story "Counter protesters meet protesters at capitol."
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College senior steps into grandpa's skis

UW-Eau Claire student Carolyn Andresen was featured in the Feb. 18 Leader-Telegram article "College senior steps into grandpa's skis." Dr. Karl Andresen (emeritus), political science, also was mentioned in the article.
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Chancellors: More local control would help

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Feb. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellors: More local control would help."
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Outcome in Wisconsin could affect other states

Dr. Ed Young (emeritus), economics, was interviewed for the Feb. 18 WEAU-TV story "Outcome in Wisconsin could affect other states."
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UW-EC rally targets Walker plan

Dr. Rhetta Standifer, management and marketing, was quoted in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC rally targets Walker plan."
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Hundreds rally against Walker's bill at UW-EC

Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, and UW-Eau Claire student Phil Rynish, student body vice president, were mentioned in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Hundreds rally against Walker's bill at UW-EC."
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University students and staff walk out of class to protest bill

Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, was interviewed for the Feb. 17 WEAU-TV story "University students and staff walk out of class to protest bill."
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Two Blugolds Named All-NCHA; Loen Coach of the Year

UW-Eau Claire students Jordan Singer and Bryce Wilcox and head men's hockey coach Matt Loen were featured in the Feb. 17 WEAU-TV story "Two Blugolds Named All-NCHA; Loen Coach of the Year." Loen, Singer and Wilcox also were featured in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Loen named NCHA coach of the year."
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Trip to Dalai Lama presentation offered

A trip co-sponsored by UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education was featured in the Feb. 16 Dunn County News article "Trip to Dalai Lama presentation offered."
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Student organizations react to Budget Repair Bill

UW-Eau Claire Student Senate president Dylan Jambrek was quoted in the Feb. 16 Daily Cardinal article "Student organizations react to Budget Repair Bill."
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UW-Eau Claire cross country runners earn all-academic status

UW-Eau Claire students and men's cross country team members Thomas Breitbach and Aric Runzheimer recently earned 2010 Division III All-Academic Cross Country status. View Feb. 15 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association article.
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With Unions Under Threat, Academics Join Huge Rally in Wisconsin

UW-Eau Claire student Jessica Scholl was quoted in the Feb. 15 Chronicle of Higher Education article "With Unions Under Threat, Academics Join Huge Rally in Wisconsin."
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UW-Eau Claire's chancellor sends letter to legislators

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich's recent letter to legislators was featured in the Feb. 16 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire's chancellor sends letter to legislators."
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Thousands rally at state capitol, protest budget bill

UW-Eau Claire student Chasten Glezman was interviewed for the Feb. 15 WQOW-TV story "Thousands rally at state capitol, protest budget bill."
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Former city standout heading into WFCA Hall of Fame

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Bob Hessler was featured in the Feb. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Former city standout heading into WFCA Hall of Fame."
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Veterans population growing at university

Miranda Cross-Schindler, Records and Registration, was interviewed for the Feb. 14 Leader-Telegram "Gimme 5" column "Veterans population growing at university."
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Carly Celebrates After the Super Bowl!

A video by UW-Eau Claire student Carly Pingel titled "Carly Celebrates After the Super Bowl!" was posted Feb. 9 on Seventeen.com.
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Native Egyptian watching the unrest from Western Wisconsin

Dr. Mohamed Elgindi, mathematics, was interviewed for the Feb. 10 WEAU-TV story "Native Egyptian watching the unrest from Western Wisconsin."
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What's next for Egypt?

Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was interviewed for the Feb. 11 WQOW-TV story "What's next for Egypt?"
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Green Bay lawyers make winning Super Bowl marketing call

UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Timm was quoted in the Feb. 11 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Green Bay lawyers make winning Super Bowl marketing call."
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UWEC Gallery Digitizes

The current exhibit in the Foster Gallery, "Digital Vision," was featured in the Feb. 3 Volume One article "UWEC Gallery Digitizes."
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Tech savvy students teach seniors about their cell phones

UW-Eau Claire student Justine Fizel was interviewed for the Feb. 9 WEAU-TV story "Tech savvy students teach seniors about their cell phones."
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Speaker prompts reflection on cultural issues

UW-Eau Claire students Alex Korb and Andy Polzin were quoted in the Feb. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Speaker prompts reflection on cultural issues." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Sara Nemec.
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United Way of Greater Chippewa Valley names new Executive Director

UW-Eau Claire alumna Jan Porath was featured in the Feb. 8 WQOW-TV story "United Way of Greater Chippewa Valley names new Executive Director." A related article also appeared in the Feb. 8 Leader-Telegram.
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Stone's 500th win a proud achievement for all involved

Former UW-Eau Claire women's basketball coach Lisa Stone was featured in the Feb. 8 Badger Herald article "Stone's 500th win a proud achievement for all involved."
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U Wisconsin and OrgSync Develop and Launch E-Portfolio

Angie Bong, Activities and Programs, was quoted in the Feb. 7 Campus Technology article "U Wisconsin and OrgSync Develop and Launch E-Portfolio."
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Not Just Playing Around

The Small Business Development Center and Jim Mishefske, Continuing Education, were mentioned in the article "Not Just Playing Around" on pages 18–19 of the winter 2011 Chippewa Valley Business Report.
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UW-EC professors' collaboration garnering high praise

"Portals and Passages," a CD written for solo piano by Dr. Ethan Wickman and performed by Dr. Nicholas Phillips (both of the UW-Eau Claire music and theatre faculty), was featured in the Feb. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC professors' collaboration garnering high praise" and reprinted Feb. 13 on TwinCities.com. The article also refers to the CD review in the Feb. 4 issue of The New York Times.
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City bus ridership up among UWEC students, staff

Increased city bus ridership among UW-Eau Claire students and staff was the subject of the Feb. 5 WQOW-TV story "City bus ridership up among UWEC students, staff."
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Weeklong Event Offers an Organized Chance to Explore

Jeanne Skoug, director of Career Services, was quoted in "Weeklong Event Offers an Organized Chance to Explore," an article about UW-Eau Claire's annual Explore Your Possibilities Week, in the January 2011 issue of Campus Career Counselor, a national publication for career services professionals at more than 400 college and university campuses.
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Big Names Join S. Carey Tour

UW-Eau Claire graduate Sean Carey was featured in the Feb. 3 Volume One story "Big Names Join S. Carey Tour."
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Into the Mainstream — professors create book of essays on Queer Cinema

A new book by Dr. David Jones and Dr. JoAnne Juett, both of the UW-Eau Claire English faculty, was featured in the Feb. 3 Volume One article "Into the Mainstream — professors create book of essays on Queer Cinema."
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Teens health event to cover cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Feb. 3 Wisconsin Radio Network story "Teens health event to cover cyberbullying."
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UWEC building evacuated after curtains catch fire

The Feb. 3 fire in the Haas Fine Arts Center was the subject of the Feb. 3 WQOW-TV story "UWEC building evacuated after curtains catch fire."
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Reagan's 100th birthday

UW-Eau Claire student Tim Duffy was interviewed for the Feb. 4 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire celebrates Reagan's 100th birthday."
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Faculty CD reviewed in The New York Times

"Portals and Passages," a CD featuring music written for solo piano by Dr. Ethan Wickman and performed by Dr. Nicholas Phillips (both of the UW-Eau Claire music and theatre faculty), was reviewed in the Feb. 6 issue of The New York Times. The review is available online.
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Celebrities lose influence in Super Bowl ads, researchers find

The UW-Eau Claire news release "Celebrities lose influence in Super Bowl ads, researchers find," which features Super Bowl ad research by Dr. Chuck Tomkovick and Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, was posted to more than 200 websites Jan. 26. View list. The research also was highlighted in the following media: BenMaller.com, CNBC.com, Profitable.com, WQOW-TV, WEAU-TV, SuperBowl-ads.com, NYSportsJournalism.com, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Sports Business Journal Daily, Advertising Age (Jan. 31), Facebook.com, Fidelity.com, SeekingAlpha.com, autoblog.com, bullfax.com, Zap2it.com, The Globe and Mail, Leader-Telegram, Advertising Age (Feb. 6), The Telegraph, Investor Vortex, Slate, NewsTalk 980 radio — Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada (link not available), Madison Who's Who, KYTX-TV and Milwaukee Magazine.
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Wissota group unveils colorful, detailed new lake map

Work by Dr. Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was featured in the Jan. 15 Chippewa Herald article "Wissota group unveils colorful, detailed new lake map" and in the Jan. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Group offering free, detailed maps of Lake Wissota." Hartnett's maps can be viewed online.
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Pittsburgh fans show off team colors in Packers Country

UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Emeritus Don Mash and student Ashley Hofer were quoted in the Feb. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Pittsburgh fans show off team colors in Packers Country."
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Teacher wins classroom makeover

UW-Eau Claire alumni Marianne Daw and Jane Kangas were featured in the Feb. 2 WEAU-TV story "Teacher wins classroom makeover." Daw also was featured in the Feb. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Augusta school gets grant for mold."
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Manufacturing Muscle

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Charlie Szews appears on the Feb. 2 CNBC video "Manufacturing Muscle."
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Eau Claire man carves out a sign of allegiance to Packers

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tim Abraham was featured in the Feb. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man carves out a sign of allegiance to Packers."
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Internet can prolong agony of bullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Feb. 1 Newsworks article "Internet can prolong agony of bullying."
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Doctoral student’s film on Topeka movie palace premieres on Kansas Day

UW-Eau Claire alumna Juli Pitzer was featured in the Jan. 28 University of Kansas news release "Doctoral student’s film on Topeka movie palace premieres on Kansas Day."
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Local residents watch rioting erupt in Egypt

Dr. Charlene Burns, philosophy and religious studies, was quoted in the Jan. 31 Leader-Telegram article "Local residents watch rioting erupt in Egypt."
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Locals talk about turmoil in Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Elgindi, mathematics, was interviewed for the Jan. 31 WQOW-TV story "Locals talk about turmoil in Egypt."
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Faculty member on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Jian Luo, art & design, will discuss the digital art exhibit currently on display in UW-Eau Claire's Foster Gallery during Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Feb. 4. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Local woman writes children's book

A children's book by Dr. Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, titled "Your Treasure Hunt: Disabilities and Finding Your Gold," was featured in the article "Local woman writes children's book" on the ChippewaValleyMoms.com page of the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram.
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Rabid Fans Put Dallas on Their Itinerary

UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Clark was quoted in the Jan. 31 New York Times article "Rabid Fans Put Dallas on Their Itinerary."
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The UW: a job creator

UW-Eau Claire's Materials Science Center was mentioned in the Jan. 29 Milwaukee Journal Sentinal opinion piece "The UW: a job creator," which was written by UW System president Kevin Reilly.
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Local writer wins screenplay competition

Dr. Wil Denson (emeritus), music and theatre arts, was featured in the Jan. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Local writer wins screenplay competition."
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Green, golden tickets — A few lucky area Packers fans are making the trip to the Big Game

UW-Eau Claire alumna Tamara (Mazzone) Langmack was quoted in the Jan. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Green, golden tickets — A few lucky area Packers fans are making the trip to the Big Game."
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Slow Growth — Eau Claire's building-permit valuations expected to bounce back

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Jan. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Slow Growth — Eau Claire's building-permit valuations expected to bounce back."
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Foster Gallery showcases digital art

Tom Wagener, art & design, was quoted in the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Foster Gallery showcases digital art."
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Baca teams up with area jazz ensemble for concert

Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Jan. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Baca teams up with area jazz ensemble for concert."
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Board agrees to busing for Montessori students

Dr. Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the Jan. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Board agrees to busing for Montessori students."
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English faculty member on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Dr. Blake Westerlund, English, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Jan. 28. Westerlund will share his thoughts on poetry texts that examine the American West. He'll also discuss his participation in First Fridays, a UW-Eau Claire educational lecture series for local senior citizens. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, beginning at 5 p.m. More information.
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Remodeled gallery unveiled at The State Theatre

Janet Carson (emerita), art & design, was mentioned in the Jan. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Remodeled gallery unveiled at The State Theatre." The remodeled art gallery at the State Theatre has been named in Carson's honor.
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City gas price meeting draws interest

Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, was quoted in the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram article "City gas price meeting draws interest."
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Regis grad making TV debut

Dr. William McDonnell (emeritus), music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Regis grad making TV debut," which featured McDonnell's daughter, Colleen McDonnell.
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Condolences

Condolences to Yvonne Everson, University Centers, whose mother, Genevieve Drace, passed away Jan. 24 in Eau Claire. Full obituary.
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Program will help all students succeed

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Jan. 25 Green Bay Press-Gazette editorial "Program will help all students succeed."
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UW-EC Student Senate allocates tuition funds

UW-Eau Claire student and Student Senate member Mark Morgan was quoted in the Jan. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Student Senate allocates tuition funds."
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24-Day Video Projects seeks entries

The upcoming 24-Day Video Project, co-sponsored by UW-Eau Claire, was featured in the Jan. 23 Dunn County News article "24-Day Video Projects seeks entries."
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Experts: Pull plug on cyberbullies

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Jan. 22 Omaha (Neb.) World Herald article "Experts: Pull plug on cyberbullies."
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Reaching Higher

Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history; Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action; Dr. Christin DePouw, education studies; and Kimamo Wahome, Upward Bound; were quoted in the Jan. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Reaching Higher."
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Some special tuition money to be budgeted for next year

UW-Eau Claire student body president Dylan Jambrek; David Gessner, Budget and Finance; student Mark Morgan and Stephanie Jamelske, Academic Affairs; were quoted in the Jan. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Some special tuition money to be budgeted for next year."
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Marshfield woman named editor of journal

Deb Martin, nursing, was featured in the Jan. 6 Marshfield News Herald article "Marshfield woman named editor of journal."
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