DNR report on sand mining pollutant inconclusive

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, was quoted in the Sept. 6 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "DNR report on sand mining pollutant inconclusive."
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Daily Herald names editor

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Treinen was featured in the Aug. 17 Wausau Daily Herald article "Daily Herald names editor."
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Bon Iver returns, with friends (many of them)

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Sept. 7 Star Tribune article "Bon Iver returns with friends (many of them)."
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Bon Iver dazzles sold-out Orpheum Theatre

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Sept. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Bon Iver dazzles sold-out Orpheum Theatre."
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Appleton woman embarks on 11-country, 11-month mission trip

UW-Eau Claire alumna Katlyn Head was featured in the Sept. 2 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Appleton woman embarks on 11-country, 11-month mission trip." Alumna Erin Winkel also was quoted in the article.
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UW-Eau Claire students take free ride on new shuttle

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, and UW-Eau Claire student Matt Winarski were interviewed for the Sept. 3 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire students take free ride on new shuttle."
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Local unions hold one of largest rallies in recent memory

Jack Connell, Facilities Management, was interviewed for the Sept. 5 WEAU-TV story "Local unions hold one of largest rallies in recent memory" and the Sept. 5 WQOW-TV story "New twist added to local Labor Day celebration."
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Bon Iver frontman Justin Vernon never forgets he's from Eau Claire, Wis

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Sept. 2 Pioneer Press article "Bon Iver frontman Justin Vernon never forgets he's from Eau Claire, Wis."
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Passion for Politics: WHS grad studies microfinance in Nicaragua

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kelsey Roets was featured in the Sept. 3 Watertown Daily Times article "Passion for Politics: WHS grad studies microfinance in Nicaragua."
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UWEC to offer students Saturday night shuttle service

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, and UW-Eau Claire students Thomas Trione and Matt Winarski were interviewed for the Sept. 2 WQOW-TV story "UWEC to offer students Saturday night shuttle service."
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Free Saturday night shuttle to start for UW-EC students

Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, was quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Free Saturday night shuttle to start for UW-EC students."
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Student mascot gear makes campus debut, will be sold only at university

Philip Rynish, Student Senate president, Joseph Picconatto, University Bookstore, and Kris Lorentz, University Centers, were quoted in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Student mascot gear makes campus debut, will be sold only at university."
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One of nation's toughest bullying laws takes effect today

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Sept. 1 Public Radio International story "One of nation's toughest bullying laws takes effect today."
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Students, parents take belongings, emotions to dorms

UW-Eau Claire student Kaci Staats was quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Students, parents take belongings, emotions to dorms." Kate Hartsel, Housing and Residence Life, also was interviewed for the story.
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Living on campus could mean higher GPA

UW-Eau Claire students Katie Cornelissen and Annelise Christenson, and Kris Anderson, Admissions, were interviewed for the Sept. 1 WEAU-TV story "Living on campus could mean higher GPA."
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McIntyre Library commits to making research more accessible

John Pollitz, McIntyre Library, was quoted in the Sept. 1 WEAU-TV story "McIntyre Library commits to making research more accessible."
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UW-EC grad sees success in film industry with music

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark McKenzie was featured in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC grad sees success in film industry with music."
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Foster Gallery opens for the year

The Foster Gallery at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Foster Gallery opens for the year."
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Hundreds attend boisterous parade, rally downtown

Jack Connell, Facilities Management, was quoted and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned in the Sept. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Hundreds attend boisterous parade, rally downtown."
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UW-EC Players open dark comedy 'The House of Yes'

UW-Eau Claire students J.T. Stocks and Siri Brobst were quoted in the Aug. 28 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Players open dark comedy 'The House of Yes.'"
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Seven will join Blugolds Hall of Fame

UW-Eau Claire alumni Craig Jilek, John Furrer, Jim Brennan, Sara (Shimanski) Drozdowicz, Shelly Roth, Bob Coenen and Scott Nesbit were featured in the Aug. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Seven will join Blugolds Hall of Fame."
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Business People Twin Cities

UW-Eau Claire alumni Gregory Steiner and Jeff Milkie were listed in the Aug. 26 Pioneer Press article "Business People Twin Cities."
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Making music

UW-Eau Claire alumna Rose (Johnson) Vincent and her husband, John, were featured in the Aug. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Making music."
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UW-Eau Claire profiled in The Business Journal

A profile of UW-Eau Claire appeared in the Aug. 26 issue of The Business Journal (Milwaukee).
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UW System campuses get more revenue from tuition than from state aid

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned and Dave Gessner, Business Services, was quoted in the Aug. 26 Superior Telegram article "UW System campuses get more revenue from tuition than from state aid."
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A Faculty (Led) Search

Dr. Don Mash, UW-Eau Claire chancellor emeritus, was quoted in the Aug. 25 Inside Higher Education article "A Faculty (Led) Search."
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Microsoft to support safe digital environment against cyberbulling

A book by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Aug. 26 PanARMENIAN Net article "Microsoft to support safe digital environment against cyberbulling."
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Traffic no longer allowed on road

The Garfield Avenue hill closure on the UW-Eau Claire campus was featured in the Aug. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Traffic no longer allowed on road."
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UW-Eau Claire sets Artist Series

UW-Eau Claire's 2011-12 Artists Series was featured in the Aug. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire sets Artist Series."
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Paycheck Pain — For many in UW System, today is the day the reality of new benefits deductions hits home

Lorilie Steinke, geology, Donna Weber, Human Resources, and Dr. Doug Faulkner, geography and anthropology, were quoted in the Aug. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Paycheck Pain — For many in UW System, today is the day the reality of new benefits deductions hits home."
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Jefferson Award Winner: Jim Mueller

Jim Mueller, a retired UW-Eau Claire locksmith, was featured in the Aug. 22 WQOW-TV story "Jefferson Award Winner: Jim Mueller."
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Staff members on WPR's 'Spectrum West'

Mike Rindo, University Communications, and Jason Anderson, University Centers, were guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Aug. 26 to discuss the renovations of Schofield Auditorium. More information.
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Home Grown Talent Tours the State

UW-Eau Claire students Scott Hensiak and Tyler Graf were mentioned in the Aug. 22 Muskego Patch article "Home Grown Talent Tours the State."
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Hamilton Graduate Top Finalist for Young Nonprofit Leader of the Year

UW-Eau Claire alumna Sara Finger was featured in the Aug. 22 Living Lake Country article "Hamilton Graduate Top Finalist for Young Nonprofit Leader of the Year."
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University announces Forum series speakers

The upcoming UW-Eau Claire Forum series was featured in the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram article "University announces Forum series speakers."
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Life Story: UW-Eau Claire professor held students, staff to high standard

Dr. Barbara Ložar, psychology, who passed away Aug. 11, was featured in the Aug. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Life Story: UW-Eau Claire professor held students, staff to high standard."
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4H Leader's Retirement Further Clouds Fair's Future

UW-Eau Claire alumna Robin Leary, Foundation/Alumni Relations, was interviewed for the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram article "4H Leader's Retirement Further Clouds Fair's Future." Leary is an Eau Claire County Board supervisor from District 23 and chairs the Eau Claire County UW-Extension Education Committee.
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Chancellor outlines financial challenges facing UW-Eau Claire

Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich's Aug. 23 State of the University address was featured in the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellor outlines financial challenges facing UW-Eau Claire."
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Officials praise high-speed network; private firms sue to stop it

Chip Eckardt, Learning and Technology Services, was quoted in the Aug. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Officials praise high-speed network; private firms sue to stop it."
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Former Blugolds football player tells story of brain injury

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Greenwood was featured in the Aug. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Former Blugolds football player tells story of brain injury" and the Aug. 22 WEAU-TV story "Former UW-Eau Claire football player warns about concussion dangers."
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New minilibrary at Boyd Park continues effort to spread literacy

UW-Eau Claire student Austin Bol was quoted in the Aug. 21 Leader-Telegram article "New minilibrary at Boyd Park continues effort to spread literacy."
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Speech-language, special education teachers in big demand due to retirements

Dr. Kristine Retherford, communication sciences and disorders, was interviewed for the Aug. 21 La Crosse Tribune article "Speech-language, special education teachers in big demand due to retirements."
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A summer spent in state spotlight

UW-Eau Claire student Dan Bader was quoted in the Aug. 17 Green Bay Press-Gazette article "A summer spent in state spotlight."
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Cyberbullying A Domestic Threat

Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Aug. 16 Florida Times-Union article "Cyberbullying A Domestic Threat."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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Princeton Review recognizes UW-EC

Kristina Anderson, Admissions, was quoted in the Aug. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Princeton Review recognizes UW-EC."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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New international major offered

Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, was quoted in the July 31 Leader-Telegram article "New international major offered."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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.
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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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