Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Aug. 16 Florida Times-Union article "Cyberbullying A Domestic Threat."
News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
When WI fostered the Delta Blues and Mississippians settled in Beloit
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Lucas Knowles and his thesis project were featured in the Aug. 12 Janesville Gazette article "When WI fostered the Delta Blues and Mississippians settled in Beloit."
UW-Extension Night a success
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 9 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "UW-Extension Night a success."
Open-communities research project receives $399,000 NSF grant
Dr. Matt Germonprez, information systems, was quoted in the Aug. 17 Chippewa Valley Post article "Open-communities research project receives $399,000 NSF grant."
Financial experts offer advice before student loan overload
UW-Eau Claire alumnus David Lindsey and Kris Anderson, Admissions, were interviewed for the Aug. 17 WEAU-TV story "Financial experts offer advice before student loan overload."
Area's volunteerism stacks up well against state
Dr. Don Mowry, Center for Service-Learning, was interviewed for the Aug. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Area's volunteerism stacks up well against state."
UW-Eau Claire education building approved
Dr. Gail Scukanec, College of Education and Human Sciences, and Mike Rindo, assistant chancellor for facilities, were quoted in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire education building approved."
UPDATE: State Building Commission approves UW-Eau Claire Education Building
UW-Eau Claire's new Education Building was the subject of the Aug. 11 WEAU-TV story "UPDATE: State Building Commission approves UW-Eau Claire Education Building."
Safety a priority after recent bike accidents and the upcoming start of school
Sgt. Chris Kirchman, University Police, and alumnus Jeremy Gragert were interviewed for the Aug. 10 WEAU-TV story "Safety a priority after recent bike accidents and the upcoming start of school."
What the recall results mean for the legislature
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was interviewed for the Aug. 10 WEAU-TV story "What the recall results mean for the legislature."
Both parties claim victory after recall elections
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was interviewed for the Aug. 10 WQOW-TV story "Both parties claim victory after recall elections."
Passion for running: LB Clarke teacher competes several times each year
UW-Eau Claire alumna Carol (Rondeau) Fredrikson was featured in the Aug. 10 Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter story "Passion for running: LB Clarke teacher competes several times each year."
Bloomer man recalled as skier, teacher
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dave Landgraf, who passed away Aug. 8, was featured in the Aug. 9 Leader-Telegram Life story column "Bloomer man recalled as skier, teacher."
Jerry, Carol Way bringing area's heritage to life
UW-Eau Claire alumni Jerry and Carol Way were featured in the Aug. 9 Chippewa Herald article "Jerry, Carol Way bringing area's heritage to life."
What the recall election results could mean
Geoffrey Peterson, political science, was interviewed for the Aug. 9 WQOW-TV story "What the recall election results could mean."
Princeton Review recognizes UW-EC
Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Aug. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Princeton Review recognizes UW-EC."
Support for charities inspires Alma art shop
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sarah Gailey was featured in the Aug. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Support for charities inspires Alma art shop."
College campuses may be able to ban guns in buildings, but not on grounds
David Sprick, University Police, was interviewed for the Aug. 3 WQOW-TV story "College campuses may be able to ban guns in buildings, but not on grounds."
Frac-Sand Miners Flock to Wisconsin
Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, was interviewed for the Aug. 4 Milwaukee Public Radio story "Frac-Sand Miners Flock to Wisconsin."
Edgewood, UW-Madison get 'Best Midwestern College' tag
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Aug. 3 Capital Times Campus Connection blog article "Edgewood, UW-Madison get 'Best Midwestern College' tag."
UW-Eau Claire honored by The Princeton Review
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Aug. 2 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire honored by The Princeton Review."
UWEC students to research compassion fatigue in South Africa
Dr. Leah Olson-McBride, social work, was quoted in the Aug. 1 Chippewa Valley Post article "UWEC students to research compassion fatigue in South Africa."
UW-Eau Claire professor explains tug-of-war in Washington
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the Aug. 3 Chippewa Valley Post article "UW-Eau Claire professor explains tug-of-war in Washington."
Eau Claire T-Shirt to be Unveiled
UW-Eau Claire student Daniel Nesseth was featured in the Aug. 1 Chippewa Valley Post article "Eau Claire T-Shirt to be Unveiled."
Eau Claire becoming a hockey hotbed
Matt Loen, UW-Eau Claire's men's hockey head coach, was quoted in the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire becoming a hockey hotbed."
Wisconsin feeding a fracking boom in US
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, was quoted in the July 31 Chippewa Herald article "Wisconsin feeding a fracking boom in US."
River Road shops enrich region
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sarah Gailey was quoted in the July 31 Leader-Telegram article "River Road shops enrich region."
New international major offered
Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, was quoted in the July 31 Leader-Telegram article "New international major offered."
Bloomer native returns as principal of high school
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Chad Steinmetz was featured in the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "Bloomer native returns as principal of high school."
My work is larger than any female-centered ideology – Prof Onwueme
Dr. Tess Onwueme, English, was featured in the July 24 Vanguard article "My work is larger than any female-centered ideology – Prof Onwueme."
Eau Claire Triathlon: Second time's a charm for Woodford
UW-Eau Claire alumna Molly Woodford was featured in the July 27 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Triathlon: Second time's a charm for Woodford."
Resources available for better business etiquette
Sheryl Poirier, College of Business, was quoted in the July 28 Leader-Telegram article "Resources available for better business etiquette."
Howard sand mine deal hailed as model for others
Ron Koshoshek (emeritus), philosophy and religious studies, was quoted in the July 29 Leader-Telegram article "Howard sand mine deal hailed as model for others" and the July 30 Leader-Telegram article "Prof: Towns, mines can cooperate."
Faculty/staff interviewed on WEAU-TV
Phil Huelsbeck, Continuing Education, and Dr. Kate Lang, history, were interviewed on WEAU-TV about UW-Eau Claire's new online bachelor of professional studies program.
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
Why the debt ceiling matters
Dr. Thomas Kemp, economics, wrote the July 18 Leader-Telegram column "Why the debt ceiling matters."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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.
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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!"
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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.
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.
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."
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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