Eau Claire native battling rare cancer

James McGrath, husband of UW-Eau Claire alumna Heather McGrath was featured in the July 28 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire native battling rare cancer."
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Trip of a lifetime on river of dreams

UW-Eau Claire student Ben Jonas was featured in the July 27 Capital Times column "Trip of a lifetime on river of dreams." Jonas' story also was featured in the July 29 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UW-Eau Claire student paddles to New Orleans," which was written by UW-Eau Claire student Breann Schossow.
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Universities are getting creative when it comes to cutting costs

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the July 25 WQOW-TV story "Universities are getting creative when it comes to cutting costs."
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Repairs to UW-EC footbridge mean carrying bikes, closures

UW-Eau Claire's footbridge repairs were the subject of the July 26 Leader-Telegram article "Repairs to UW-EC footbridge mean carrying bikes, closures."
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Borders going out of business, but Eau Claire bookstore could survive

UW-Eau Claire student Taylor Pieper, was interviewed for the July 22 WQOW-TV story "Borders going out of business, but Eau Claire bookstore could survive."

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Three UWEC freshmen to get full in-state tuition from foundation

UW-Eau Claire's new National Merit scholars Zachary Forster, Kathryn Hastreiter and Hannah Zidon were featured in the July 25 Chippewa Vally Post article "Three UWEC freshmen to get full in-state tuition from foundation."
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Organization names board members

Terry Wells, management and marketing, was mentioned in the piece "Organization names board members" in the Briefcase section of the July 24 Leader-Telegram.
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Chemistry faculty members receives grant

Dr. Christine Morales, chemistry, was featured in the piece "Science grant" in the Around Town Briefs section of the July 24 Leader-Telegram.
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Vernon, crew make most of Bon Iver Day

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the July 23 Capital Times article "Vernon, crew make most of Bon Iver Day."
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Fight cyberbullying with vigilance, open communication

Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was cited in the July 19 Detroit Free Press column "Fight cyberbullying with vigilance, open communication."
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Bullying and the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act

Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was cited in the July 22 New York Law Journal article "Bullying and the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act."
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Wipfli LLP: Elects five Wisconsin-based associates to partner

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Rob Ganschow was featured in the July 21 WisBusiness.com news release "Wipfli LLP: Elects five Wisconsin-based associates to partner."
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Trying to keep bills low as air conditioners rev up

Mary Mero (emerita), kinesiology, was interviewed for the July 20 WEAU-TV story "Trying to keep bills low as air conditioners rev up."
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Staff member, alumnus interviewed on WEAU-TV

Mike Rindo, University Communications, and UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ben Richgruber were interviewed on WEAU-TV July 20 about Clear Vision Eau Claire community events facilities.
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College budget cutbacks go outside the box

UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the July 19 USA Today article "College budget cutbacks go outside the box."
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Why the debt ceiling matters

Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, wrote the July 18 Leader-Telegram column "Why the debt ceiling matters."
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Plans for UW-Eau Claire education building advance

Rick Gonzales, Facilities Planning, and Mike Rindo, University Communications, were quoted in the July 18 Leader-Telegram article "Plans for UW-Eau Claire education building advance."
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Members of community show interest in creating a major performing arts venue in Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ben Richgruber and Mike Rindo, University Communications, were quoted in the July 9 Leader-Telegram article "Members of community show interest in creating a major performing arts venue in Eau Claire."
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Educator has big family, military background

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Joseph Zirngibl was featured in the July 13 Lake Geneva Regional News article "Educator has big family, military background."
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Fond du Lac hires new assistant city attorney

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chad Wade was featured in the July 14 Fond du Lac reporter article "Fond du Lac hires new assistant city attorney."
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UW Regents approve plan to raise tuitions 5.5 pct

UW System's tuition increases were featured in the July 14 WEAU-TV story "UW Regents approve plan to raise tuitions 5.5 pct."
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UW Eau Claire moves ahead with plans for new education building

Plans for UW-Eau Claire's new education building were featured in the July 14 WQOW-TV story "UW Eau Claire moves ahead with plans for new education building."
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Geological history makes parts of area ideal for mining valuable sand

Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, was quoted in the July 17 Leader-Telegram article "Geological history makes parts of area ideal for mining valuable sand."
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Opponents become vocal as number of proposed sand mines increases

Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, and Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, were interviewed for the July 17 Leader-Telegram article "Opponents become vocal as number of proposed sand mines increases."
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Markets see slow growth

Dr. Eric Jamelske, economics, and UW-Eau Claire students Matthew Porwoll, Lauren Buxton and Benjamin Streeter were mentioned in the July 17 Leader-Telegram article "Markets see slow growth."
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UW-EC seeks city OK for Education Building project

Plans for UW-Eau Claire's new Education Building were featured in the July 16 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC seeks city OK for Education Building project."
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UW tuition rising again

UW-Eau Claire student Sam Rosenberry and Dave Gessner, Budget and Finance, were quoted in the July 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW tuition rising again."
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Land near Holcombe donated to UW-EC

Land recently donated to UW-Eau Claire by UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jim Leary, his wife, Joan, and their family was featured in the July 13 Leader-Telegram article "Land near Holcombe donated to UW-EC."
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UWEC field school students contribute to interpretive history of Old West

A UW-Eau Claire public history trip led by Dr. John Mann, history, was featured in the July 10 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC field school students contribute to interpretive history of Old West."
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Staff member, alumnus on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Mike Rindo, University Communications, and UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ben Richgruber will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" July 15 to discuss the Clear Vision Eau Claire project. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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UW-Eau Claire alumnus on WPR's 'The West Side'

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jeremy Gragert will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The West Side" July 14 to discuss sustainability in Western Wisconsin. Gragert is the coordinator of community outreach, civic engagement and service-learning at UW-Stout. The show can be heard on 88.3 FM, WHWC, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Schools earn grants to provide fruit, vegetables for snacks

Dr. Eric Jamelske, economics, was quoted in the July 8 Leader-Telegram article "Schools earn grants to provide fruit, vegetables for snacks."
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Professor emeritus on WPR

Mort Sipress (emeritus), political science, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's Ideas Network July 12. The show, which can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, beginning at 8 p.m., will cover the ballot count for the Democratic primary in the 10th Senate District recall election of Sheila Harsdorf  (R-River Falls). More information.
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Teachers to bring history to classrooms

Dr. Jim Oberly, history, was quoted in the July 3 Leader-Telegram article "Teachers to bring history to classrooms."
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New ballet studio opens in Banbury

UW-Eau Claire alumna Ganna Kotenko was featured in the July 3 Leader-Telegram article "New ballet studio opens in Banbury."
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Rare hosta featured in annual Dunn County Garden Tour

UW-Eau Claire alumna Jan Harvey was featured in the July 4 Leader-Telegram article "Rare hosta featured in annual Dunn County Garden Tour."
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Bon Iver puts Wisconsin on the charts

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the July 1 Appleton Post-Crescent column "Bon Iver puts Wisconsin on the charts."
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UWEC to offer bachelors degree online

UW-Eau Claire's new online bachelor of professional studies degree program was featured in the June 22 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC to offer bachelors degree online."
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UWEC Professor releases second book on cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the June 8 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC Professor releases second book on cyberbullying."
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UWEC gets two new degrees

UW-Eau Claire's two new degrees were featured in the June 11 WQOW-TV story "UWEC gets two new degrees" and the June 10 WEAU-TV story "UWEC adds two new degrees for the fall."
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Support for arena scores big in Eau Claire group's survey

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the July 1 Leader-Telegram article "Support for arena scores big in Eau Claire group's survey."
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WYSP camp continues to offer fun, learning opportunities to kids despite uncertain future

Lisa Schuetz, UW-Eau Claire's WYSP activities director, was interviewed for the June 29 WEAU-TV story "WYSP camp continues to offer fun, learning opportunities to kids despite uncertain future."
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UW-Eau Claire begins construction at Park and Garfield avenues

Road construction on the UW-Eau Claire campus was highlighted in the June 27 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire begins construction at Park and Garfield avenues."
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What the collective bargaining law means for you

Dr. David Schaffer, economics, was interviewed for the June 29 WEAU-TV story "What the collective bargaining law means for you."
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Peloquin a Woman of Year nominee

UW-Eau Claire student Maria Peloquin was featured in the June 28 Leader-Telegram article "Peloquin a Woman of Year nominee."
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Kalispell set to release debut EP Friday at House of Rock

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Shane Leonard was featured in the June 26 Leader-Telegram article "Kalispell set to release debut EP Friday at House of Rock."
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Frameline at 35: Organizers Sound off on LGBT Film, Vocal Audiences & 3 1/2 Decades

A UW-Eau Claire LGBTQ group and the Eau Queer Film Festival were mentioned in the June 24 indieWire article "Frameline at 35: Organizers Sound off on LGBT Film, Vocal Audiences & 3 1/2 Decades." See related UW-Eau Claire news release.
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Work progresses on student center, Little Niagara footbridges

Progress on the new Davies Student Center at UW-Eau Claire was highlighted in the June 23 WEAU-TV story "Work progresses on student center, Little Niagara footbridges."
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Local authors’ work part of new edition of pediatrics textbook

Dr. Thomas King (emeritus), communication sciences and disorders; Debra King (formerly of Continuing Education) and their son Adam were featured in the June 24 Superior Telegram article "Local authors' work part of new edition of pediatrics textbook."
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Give 'Em a (Jazz) Hand!

A new CD project by UW-Eau Claire's Jazz Ensemble I was featured in the June 23 Volume One article "Give 'Em a (Jazz) Hand!"
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Eau Claire's New Poet Laureate: Bruce Taylor

Bruce Taylor (emeritus), English, was featured in the June 23 Volume One article "Eau Claire's New Poet Laureate: Bruce Taylor."
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Interview: Talking with Justin Vernon

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 23 Volume One article "Interview: Talking with Justin Vernon."

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UWEC journalism faculty co-author ethics textbook

A new textbook on multimedia ethics, co-authored by communication and journalism faculty members Dr. David Gordon (emeritus) and Dr. Michael Dorsher, was featured in the June 17 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC journalism faculty co-author ethics textbook."
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Green fund supports improvements to student-initiated campus garden

Improvements to the garden in the courtyard of Phillips Hall were featured in the June 15 Chippewa Valley Post article "Green fund supports improvements to student-initiated campus garden."
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June 14 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC music professor recognized for excellence in teaching

Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, was featured in the June 14 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC music professor recognized for excellence in teaching."
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Gardening effort blossoms at UW-Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire student Briana Odegard and alumnus Dane Haverly were interviewed for the June 23 Leader-Telegram article "Gardening effort blossoms at UW-Eau Claire."
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Vocal performances shine in CVTG staging of classic

Dr. Mitra Sadeghpour, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the June 24 Leader-Telegram article "Vocal performances shine in CVTG staging of classic."
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Eclectic band to open UW-EC series

The June 27 UW-Eau Claire Music on the Mall concert by Lucy Michelle and the Velvet Lapelles was featured in the June 25 Leader-Telegram article "Eclectic band to open UW-EC series."
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Airing concern on climate change

Research by Dr. Tali Lee, biology; UW-Eau Claire alumna Kally Worm; and students Molly Kreiser and Greg Nelson was featured in the June 24 Leader-Telegram article "Airing concern on climate change."
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Bon Iver's Vernon Canadian at heart

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 22 Toronto Sun article "Bon Iver's Vernon Canadian at heart."
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UW-Eau Claire in partnership with UW-Extension launches new online bachelor of professional studies degree

UW-Eau Claire's new bachelor of professional studies online degree program was featured in articles in the following media: June 21 iStockAnalyst, June 21 Bloomberg Businessweek, June 21 Business Wire and June 22 U.S. News and World Report University Directory.
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CD Reviews: Bon Iver; Beyoncé; Bad Meets Evil

The new CD by UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 21 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel review "CD Reviews: Bon Iver; Beyoncé; Bad Meets Evil."
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Faculty on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Bruce Taylor (emeritus), English, and Dr. Jack Bushnell, English, will discuss writing, poetry and education on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 24. Taylor recently was named the second poet laureate for the city of Eau Claire. The show can be heard on 88.3 FM, WHWC, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Baca wins career excellence award

Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, was featured in the article "Baca wins career excellence award," which appeared in the Main Events section of the June 18 Leader-Telegram.
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Budget takes toll on UW System

Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the June 17 Leader-Telegram article "Budget takes toll on UW System."
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Gimme 5: Golf fundraiser helps give kids a taste of college life

Lissa Martinez, Blugold Beginnings program, was interviewed for the June 19 Leader-Telegram "Gimme 5" column "Golf fundraiser helps give kids a taste of college life."
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Historic Schofield Auditorium undergoing renovation

Schofield Auditorium's renovation was the subject of the June 16 WEAU-TV story "Historic Schofield Auditorium undergoing renovation."
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Paddling, pedaling and learning about pollution

Dr.  Ruth Cronje, English; Dr. Garry Running, geography and anthropology; and UW-Eau Claire student Vanessa Meyer were interviewed for the June 11 WQOW-TV story "Paddling, pedaling and learning about pollution."
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UW-Eau Claire professor releases album of rare piano music

Dr. Nicholas Phillips, music and theatre arts, was featured in the June 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire professor releases album of rare piano music."
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Blugold Beginnings golf fundraiser featured on WEAU-TV

Lissa Martinez, Blugold Beginnings, and UW-Eau Claire student John Filipiak were interviewed on WEAU-TV June 13 about the June 20 Blugold Beginnings golf fundraiser. View interview.
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Wisdom can be gained if you're willing to listen

Retired UW-Eau Claire staff member Rosemary Helwig was featured in the June 11 Leader-Telegram column "Wisdom can be gained if you're willing to listen," which was written by UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dan Lyksett.
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Bob Baca on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 17 to discuss the new Stan Kenton CD recorded by UW-Eau Claire's Jazz Ensemble I. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Once a factory, Banbury Place provides popular backdrop for portrait photography

UW-Eau Claire student Angelica Fogelberg was quoted in the June 12 Leader-Telegram article "Once a factory, Banbury Place provides popular backdrop for portrait photography."
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Eau Claire Triathlon: Second time's a charm for Woodford

UW-Eau Claire alumna Molly Woodford was featured in the June 12 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Triathlon: Second time's a charm for Woodford."
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Applied Data Consultants honored

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jim Ward was featured in the June 12 Leader-Telegram article "Applied Data Consultants honored."
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First Listen: Bon Iver, 'Bon Iver'

The new album by UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 9 NPR story "First Listen: Bon Iver, 'Bon Iver.'"
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UWEC adds two new degrees for the fall

UW-Eau Claire's new degrees in international business and organizational leadership and communication were the subject of the June 10 WEAU-TV story "UWEC adds two new degrees for the fall" and the June 11 WQOW-TV story "UWEC gets two new degrees."
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Family graduating two girls from North High

UW-Eau Claire alumna Beth Hahn was quoted in the June 7 Leader-Telegram article "Family graduating two girls from North High."
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Eau Claire's Bon Iver gets props from Rolling Stone

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 7 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Eau Claire's Bon Iver gets props from Rolling Stone."
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Flynn School students benefit from running program

Sean Yengo, kinesiology, and UW-Eau Claire student Hannah Becker were quoted in the June 7 Leader-Telegram article "Flynn School students benefit from running program."
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Editorial: Legislature, Walker need to unshackle UW schools

The UW System's budget situation was the subject of the June 9 Leader-Telegram editorial "Editorial: Legislature, Walker need to unshackle UW schools."
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Cyberbullying can start with a miscue, study says

Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the June 7 Bellingham (Wash.) Herald article "Cyberbullying can start with a miscue, study says."
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Alumnus Justin Vernon featured in New York Times Magazine

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the June 6 WEAU-TV story "Alumnus Justin Vernon featured in New York Times Magazine."
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Snowblind at the Artists Quarter

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Graydon Peterson was mentioned in the June 6 Jazz Police article "Snowblind at the Artists Quarter."
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Behind the Scenes — Angela Pittman Taylor

UW-Eau Claire alumna Angela Pittman Taylor was featured in the story "Behind the Scenes — Angela Pittman Taylor" in the Women of Influence section of the June issue of The Business Journal (Milwaukee).
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University chancellors: Budget proposal would hurt

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the June 7 Leader-Telegram article "University chancellors: Budget proposal would hurt." The story was reprinted in the June 8 St. Paul Pioneer Press.
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Who, What and Where is Bon Iver?

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the article "Who, What and Where is Bon Iver?" which appeared in the June 3 issue of The New York Times Magazine.
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Faculty on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Drs. Nicholas Phillips and Toni Poll-Sorenson, music and theatre arts, will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 10. Phillips will discuss his new CD, and Poll-Sorenson will share highlights of her career as her retirement approaches. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, at 5 p.m. More information.
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Cyberbullying expert will speak at Greenville High School Wednesday

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the May 31 Grand Rapids Press article "Cyberbullying expert will speak at Greenville High School Wednesday."
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UW-EC research findings may influence climate change models

Dr. Tali Lee, biology, was featured in the May 29 Dunn County News article "UW-EC research findings may influence climate change models."
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Chippewa Valley Free Clinic's new leader draws on experience

UW-Eau Claire graduate student Maribeth Woodford was featured in the June 6 Leader-Telegram article "Chippewa Valley Free Clinic's new leader draws on experience." Dr. Sheila Smith, nursing, also was quoted in the article.
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University band fundraiser involves 'adopting' musicians

The Blugold Marching Band's new Adopt a Band Member program was featured in the May 20 WEAU-TV story "University band fundraiser involves 'adopting' musicians."
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College students could be affected by Voter ID Bill

UW-Eau Claire student Eric Wisz and Mike Rindo, University Communications, were interviewed for the May 20 WEAU-TV story "College students could be affected by Voter ID Bill."
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Local colleges: Blugolds' Breitbach finishes as national runner-up

UW-Eau Claire students and track team members Thomas Breitbach, Tony Sigrist and Andrew Storsveen were featured in the May 26 Leader-Telegram article "Local colleges: Blugolds' Breitbach finishes as national runner-up."
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New generation finding meaning in Memorial Day

UW-Eau Claire students Claire Lindstrom and Klayt Morfoot were quoted in the May 29 Leader-Telegram article "New generation finding meaning in Memorial Day."
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Local historian leads tour showing city's Great Depression-era projects

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Bruce Gardow was featured in the May 30 Leader-Telegram article "Local historian leads tour showing city's Great Depression-era projects."
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Eau Claire Express baseball team prepares for new season, challenge of continued success

UW-Eau Claire student and Eau Claire Express mascot Chris Flores was quoted in the June 1 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Express baseball team prepares for new season, challenge of continued success."
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Dr. Randal Dickerson on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Dr. Randal Dickerson, director of UW-Eau Claire's Blugold Marching Band, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 3. Dickerson will discuss the band's appeal and the Adopt a Band Member program, designed to help support the band, which is now composed of 300 members. The show can be heard on 88.3 FM, WHWC, at 5 p.m. More information.
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RI House OKs cyberbullying rules for schools

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the May 31 Beaumont (Texas) Enterprise article "RI House OKs cyberbullying rules for schools."
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Justin Vernon graces cover of Billboard Magazine

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the May 30 Chippewa Valley Post article "Justin Vernon graces cover of Billboard Magazine."
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