News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Idea Challenge announces award
UW-Eau Claire students Jeremiah Isaacson and Alex Ecker, and alumna Sarah Lynn were featured in the piece "Idea Challenge announces award," which appeared in the Business Briefs section of the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram.
Merck Animal Health awards $12,000 to top bovine veterinary students
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Matt Brewer was featured in the Sept. 28 Dairy Herd Network article "Merck Animal Health awards $12,000 to top bovine veterinary students."
Realtor earns recognition
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jeff Theisen was featured in the piece "Realtor earns recognition" in the Business Briefs section of the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram.
Publishing tips seminar Tuesday, Oct. 4
UW-Eau Claire alumna Monica Holtz was featured in the Oct. 3 Chippewa Herald article "Publishing tips seminar Tuesday, Oct. 4."
Sean Yengo gets 200th win as Blugolds soccer team beats Macalester
Sean Yengo, UW-Eau Claire's head soccer coach, was featured in the Oct. 2 WEAU-TV story "Sean Yengo gets 200th win as Blugolds soccer team beats Macalester."
UWEC students react to Brewers winning the division
UW-Eau Claire students Josh Eggert and Jon Ames were interviewed for the Sept. 30 WQOW-TV story "UWEC students react to Brewers winning the division."
Miss Wisconsin-USA, Miss Wisconsin Teen chosen at Fond du Lac pageant
UW-Eau Claire student Lauren Draves was mentioned in the Sept. 19 Fond du Lac Reporter article "Miss Wisconsin-USA, Miss Wisconsin Teen chosen at Fond du Lac pageant."
UWEC seeing rise in graffiti on campus
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was interviewed for the Oct. 1 WQOW-TV story "UWEC seeing rise in graffiti on campus."
Jostens Pause Before You Post™ Campaign Supports National Bullying Prevention Month Throughout October
Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was cited in the Sept. 29 PR Newswire article "Jostens Pause Before You Post™ Campaign Supports National Bullying Prevention Month Throughout October."
UW-Eau Claire launches mobile application
UW-Eau Claire's new mobile application was featured in the Sept. 26 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire launches mobile application."
Job fair draws students eager for employment
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Peter Chang and student Nick Roach were quoted in the Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Job fair draws students eager for employment."
Dozen area poets beat out hundreds to grace pages of calendar
Max Garland, English, was featured in the Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Dozen area poets beat out hundreds to grace pages of calendar." Bruce Taylor (emeritus), English, also was mentioned in the article.
UW-EC bike ride aims to encourage use of trails
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Dr. James Boulter, chemistry, UW-Eau Claire's Sustainability Fellow; and student Amy Zagar were interviewed for the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC bike ride aims to encourage use of trails."
Hitting the books
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was quoted in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Hitting the books."
Speaker: Youngsters need to learn sustainability
UW-Eau Claire student Bailey Kramer and Nancy Hanson-Rasmussen, management and marketing, were quoted in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Speaker: Youngsters need to learn sustainability."
Blugolds set with Albrecht
UW-Eau Claire student Josh Albrecht was featured in the Sept. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Blugolds set with Albrecht."
Wisconsin sand sparks a 'gold' rush
UW-Eau Claire alumna Pat Popple and Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, were interviewed for the Sept. 22 KARE 11-TV (Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.) story "Wisconsin sand sparks a 'gold' rush."
Cyber bullying going viral
Research by Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was cited in the Sept. 22 CSU Stanislaus Signal article "Cyber bullying going viral."
Identity Theft 101
Thomas Paine, Learning and Technology Services, was quoted in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Identity Theft 101."
Pepping Up the Home Team
The Sept. 22 "Blugolds Forever" pep rally was featured in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram item "Pepping Up the Home Team."
Faculty member on WPR's 'Joy Cardin Show'
Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, served as a geology expert in a statewide Wisconsin Public Radio broadcast of the "Joy Cardin Show" Sept. 22. The show discussed the frac sand controversy in western Wisconsin. More information.
Enrollment increases at UW System's two year colleges
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Sept. 21 WEAU-TV story "Enrollment increases at UW System's two year colleges."
Michael Perry releases live album for new show
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mike Perry was featured in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Michael Perry releases live album for new show." Bruce Taylor (emeritus), English, also was mentioned in the article.
Blugolds announce Super Six winners
UW-Eau Claire's 2011 Super Six award winners Thomas Breitbach, Kristin Faber, Margaret Ho, John Kearns, Hannah Mesick and Ben Shea were featured in the Sept. 20 Leader-Telegram item "Blugolds announce Super Six winners."
In youth sports, being head-smart wins over being headstrong
Former UW-Eau Claire student Justin Greenwood was featured in the Sept. 22 Milwaukee Journal Sentinal article "In youth sports, being head-smart wins over being headstrong."
Mathias named principal at SVA
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Martin Mathias was featured in the Sept. 15 Wisconsin State Journal piece "Mathias named principal at SVA."
New faces welcomed at WITC-New Richmond
UW-Eau Claire alumna Sara Yaron was featured in the Sept. 17 New Richmond News article "New faces welcomed at WITC-New Richmond."
Losby takes his third half-marathon title
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Bob Losby was featured in the Sept. 18 Duluth News Tribune article "Losby takes his third half-marathon title."
Battling back: Zupon recovers from ACL injury to play one more year
UW-Eau Claire student Emily Zupon was featured in the Sept. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Battling back: Zupon recovers from ACL injury to play one more year."
Local author pens Bible-based young adult novel
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Nathan Anderson was featured in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "Local author pens Bible-based young adult novel."
Researching Rover
Dr. Daniel Janik, biology, and UW-Eau Claire student Kaitlin Snider were featured in the Sept. 15 Volume One article "Researching Rover."
Event boosts annual Jazz Fest
Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire student Blake Hemminher were quoted in the Sept. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Event boosts annual Jazz Fest."
Is your child being cyberbullied?
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Sept. 16 CBS News article "Is your child being cyberbullied?"
Vietnam-era Wausau West grad says teacher 'treated me as a man'
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tom Mueller was featured in the Sept. 16 Wausau Daily Herald article "Vietnam-era Wausau West grad says teacher 'treated me as a man.'"
Chippewa Falls native heading up state's big event after decades-long career in fairs
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Rick Frenette was featured in the Sept. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Chippewa Falls native heading up state's big event after decades-long career in fairs."
UW-EC child center future cloudy
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, and Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office, were quoted in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC child center future cloudy."
Eau Claire, here's your official shirt
UW-Eau Claire student Daniel Nesseth was featured in the Sept. 15 Leader-Telegram story "Eau Claire, here's your official shirt."
U.S. News again ranks UW-Eau Claire among top 5 public universities in the Midwest
UW-Eau Claire's 2011 U.S. News & World Report ranking was the subject of the Sept. 13 WEAU-TV story "U.S. News again ranks UW-Eau Claire among top 5 public universities in the Midwest," the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout rank among region's best colleges" and the Sept. 13 Chippewa Valley Post article "U.S. News again ranks UW-Eau Claire among top five public universities in the Midwest."
Cyberbullying 101: Fact vs. fiction
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Sept. 12 CNET article and podcast "Cyberbullying 101: Fact vs. fiction."
Bryan Nichols Trio With Anthony Cox and Dave King at the AQ
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Anthony Cox was mentioned in the Sept. 12 Jazz Police article "Bryan Nichols Trio With Anthony Cox and Dave King at the AQ."
Buddhist monks from India attempt to bring healing, harmony to Chippewa Valley via intricate creation
UW-Eau Claire student Ellie Wheeler was quoted in the Sept. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Buddhist monks from India attempt to bring healing, harmony to Chippewa Valley via intricate creation."
UW-EC, Stout rank among region’s best colleges
UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout rank among region’s best colleges."
National bullying expert tells Northstar kids technology is great until it’s abused
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was interviewed for the Sept. 13 Leader-Telegram article "National bullying expert tells Northstar kids technology is great until it’s abused."
City isn't as vibrant without UW-Eau Claire's presence
A thank you note to UW-Eau Claire students appeared in the Sept. 12 Leader-Telegram article "City isn't as vibrant without UW-Eau Claire's presence."
Tips for parents: Be your child's advocate
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the CBS-TV "48 Hours: Mystery" piece "Tips for parents: Be your child's advocate."
Bob Baca on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, will be interviewed on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Sept. 16 to discuss the Eau Claire Big Band Extravaganza, scheduled for Sept. 23 and 27. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, beginning at 5 p.m. More information.
Local events show the impact of these horrific acts, even on those who were very young a decade ago
Debra Lang, Chancellor's Office, and UW-Eau Claire student Kayla Jansen were quoted in the Sept. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Local events show the impact of these horrific acts, even on those who were very young a decade ago."
As fame chases him, Bon Iver keeps running
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Sept. 12 Dallas Observer article "As fame chases him, Bon Iver keeps running."
China Unlikely to Replace U.S. in Pakistan
Dr. Tarique Niazi, sociology, was quoted in the Sept. 1 Voice of America article "China Unlikely to Replace U.S. in Pakistan." Niazi notes that Pakistan, in recent years, has been hotly contested between China and the United States. It possesses the immense wealth of natural resources, especially coal, natural gas and more importantly oil, that attract Chinese business and commercial interests. At the same time, Pakistan has deep economic and political ties with the United States that span more than six decades.
Eau Claire School District to look at the future of cursive writing
UW-Eau Claire student Michael Abbott was interviewed for the Aug. 30 WQOW-TV story "Eau Claire School District to look at the future of cursive writing."
Josh Fizel named Packers H.S. Coach of Week
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Josh Fizel was featured in the Sept. 7 Green Bay Packers news release "Josh Fizel named Packers H.S. Coach of Week."
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."
Daily Herald names editor
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Treinen was featured in the Aug. 17 Wausau Daily Herald article "Daily Herald names editor."
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)."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.'"
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."
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."
Making music
UW-Eau Claire alumna Rose (Johnson) Vincent and her husband, John, were featured in the Aug. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Making music."
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).
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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