News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Bon Iver returning to Eau Claire for two performances
UW-Eau Claire alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey were featured in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Bon Iver returning to Eau Claire for two performances."
UW-Eau Claire is taking steps to cut down on bike thefts on campus
Lt. Jay Dobson, UW-Eau Claire Police, was quoted in the Oct. 25 Fox 25/48 story "UW-Eau Claire is taking steps to cut down on bike thefts on campus."
Police setting up bait to lure pilferers
Sgt. Chris Kirchman, UW-Eau Claire Police, and UW-Eau Claire student Travis Kaney were mentioned in the Oct. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Police setting up bait to lure pilferers."
UW-Eau Claire Foundation subsidiary acquires St. Bede Monastery
The UW-Eau Claire Foundation's purchase of the St. Bede Monastery was the subject of the Oct. 21 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire Foundation subsidiary acquires St. Bede Monastery," the Oct. 21 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Foundation buys St. Bede Monastery" and the Oct. 22 Chicago Tribune article "St. Bede Monastery in Eau Claire sells for $1M."
UW-Eau Claire marching band raking leaves to pay for trip
UW-Eau Claire students and Blugold Marching Band members Amanda Werner and Nicholas Warren were quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire marching band raking leaves to pay for trip."
Banners struck fear in opponents' hearts
Scott Kilgallon, athletics, and Kyle Green, UW-Eau Claire men's basketball coach, were mentioned in the Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Banners struck fear in opponents' hearts."
Courting a legend
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Kimera Way, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, were quoted in the Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Courting a legend."
Passing the torch
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Passing the torch."
Health concerns prompt temporary ban proposal
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, was quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Health concerns prompt temporary ban proposal."
Those battling demons need compassion, speaker says
UW-Eau Claire student Samantha Buresh was quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Those battling demons need compassion, speaker says."
Universities blindsided by extra budget cuts
David Gessner, budget and finance, was quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Universities blindsided by extra budget cuts."
Short and Sweet — Jacci DeWolfe's Closure and Other Stories
UW-Eau Claire alumna Jacci DeWolfe was featured in the Oct. 13 Volume One article "Short and Sweet — Jacci DeWolfe's Closure and Other Stories."
Mt. Morris High School hosts cyberbullying presentation for the community
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Oct. 17 Flint (Mich.) Journal article "Mt. Morris High School hosts cyberbullying presentation for the community."
After school tutoring offered free of cost
UW-Eau Claire student Ryan Hughson and Barbara Rolland (emerita), foreign languages, were interviewed for the Oct. 17 WQOW-TV story "After school tutoring offered free of cost."
UWEC to prohibit weapons in campus buildings
David Sprick, UW-Eau Claire Police, was quoted in the Oct. 17 WQOW-TV story "UWEC to prohibit weapons in campus buildings."
Time sharing: Readers remember 1968
UW-Eau Claire alumna Mary Hilfiker had her piece titled "Finding Their Way" published in the Oct. 13 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "Time sharing: Readers remember 1968."
Coriolis Effect — UWEC music students form jazz group, release debut EP
UW-Eau Claire students Tyler Anderson, Mike Malone, Cody Peterson and Jordan Jenkins were featured in the Sept. 29 Volume One article "Coriolis Effect — UWEC music students form jazz group, release debut EP." Doug O'Connor, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.
Domesticity — UWEC's Foster Gallery turns local living rooms into exhibition space
Jyl Kelley, art & design, and UW-Eau Claire alumna Kerri Kiernan were quoted in the Sept. 29 Volume One article "Domesticity — UWEC's Foster Gallery turns local living rooms into exhibition space."
UWEC's Eau Queer Film Festival Returns
UW-Eau Claire students Brenna Mueller and Katie Chaplin were quoted in the Oct. 13 Volume One article "UWEC's Eau Queer Film Festival Returns."
Wachs, Buchanan Definitely Maybe Probably Vying for Assembly Seat
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brandon Buchanan was featured in the Oct. 13 Volume One article "Wachs, Buchanan Definitely Maybe Probably Vying for Assembly Seat."
Universities address food practices
The Food for Thought Film Series, co-hosted by UW-Eau Claire and UW-Stout, was the subject of the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Universities address food practices."
Off-campus UWEC students to $CORE on their energy bills
UW-Eau Claire students Tyrel Zich and Ben Ponkratz were interviewed for the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Off-campus UWEC students to $CORE on their energy bills."
New dorms could be part of UWEC's building future
Mike Rindo, University Communications/Chancellor's Office, was interviewed for the Oct. 13 WQOW-TV story "New dorms could be part of UWEC's building future."
Professors condense Greek trilogy for UW-EC production
Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Professors condense Greek trilogy for UW-EC production." Nimke also was quoted in the Oct. 13 Volume One article "What a Tragedy — UWEC, Stout partner on epic Greek trilogy The Oresteia."
As temperatures drop, flu cases increase
Laura Chellman, Student Health Service, was interviewed for the Oct. 13 WQOW-TV story "As temperatures drop, flu cases increase."
Five By Design entertains while teaching history
The musical group Five By Design, which includes UW-Eau Claire alumni Kurt Niska, Lorie Carpenter-Niska, Terrence Niska and Michael Swedberg, was featured in the Oct. 13 South Bend Tribune article "Five By Design entertains while teaching history."
Warm welcome from community
"Warm welcome from community" by Dr. Linda Young, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, was featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram.
Jostens’ Pause Before You Post™ Campaign Addresses Cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin's cyberbullying research was featured in the Oct. 12 PRWeb article "Jostens' Pause Before You Post™ Campaign Addresses Cyberbullying."
UW-Eau Claire celebrates National Coming Out Day
UW-Eau Claire students Tyler Anderson and Quay Catalpa, and Christopher Jorgenson, Women’s and LGBTQ Resource Center, were interviewed for the Oct. 11 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire celebrates National Coming Out Day."
University planning to build more 'apartment-style' dorms after new Davies Center, education building projects are completed
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich, Dr. Beth Hellwig, vice chancellor of student affairs, and Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, were quoted in the Oct. 13 Leader-Telegram article "University planning to build more 'apartment-style' dorms after new Davies Center, education building projects are completed." Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office, also was interviewed for the story.
Dove hopes program gives comfort to those in final days
UW-Eau Claire student Kelsi Eckwright was quoted in the Oct. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Dove hopes program gives comfort to those in final days."
UW-EC, Stout may issue new student IDs in face of voter law
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was quoted in the Oct. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout may issue new student IDs in face of voter law."
UW-EC students say homecoming brings campus together
UW-Eau Claire students Claire Henry and Tyler Piekarz were quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students say homecoming brings campus together."
Professor takes time to research fishing tackle
Dr. Jason Halfen, chemistry, was featured in the Oct. 8 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "Professor takes time to research fishing tackle." The article was reprinted in the Oct. 12 Bellingham (Wash.) Herald.
Eau Queer a learning experience
UW-Eau Claire students Brianna Mueller and Kelly Brill were quoted in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Queer a learning experience."
UW-Eau Claire students may get new IDs for voting
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was interviewed for the Oct. 8 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "UW-Eau Claire students may get new IDs for voting."
Grand Chute man to compete on TV's 'Jeopardy'
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jared Balkman was featured in the Oct. 7 WHBL radio story "Grand Chute man to compete on TV's 'Jeopardy.'"
NCAA gives UW-Eau Claire grant for alcohol prevention program
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, was interviewed for the Oct. 6 WQOW-TV story "NCAA gives UW-Eau Claire grant for alcohol prevention program."
Eau Claire resident earned Girl Scouts' top award
UW-Eau Claire student Marguerite Gilbertson was featured in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire resident earned Girl Scouts' top award."
UW-Eau Claire students clean up after homecoming
UW-Eau Claire students Aaron Suggs, Mary Van Caster and Taylor Houts were quoted in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students clean up after homecoming."
Licensed athletic trainer joins Mayo Clinic Health System
UW-Eau Claire alumna Mary Bauer was featured in the Oct. 4 Mayo Clinic Health System article "Licensed athletic trainer joins Mayo Clinic Health System."
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire team ranks high in forensics competition
The UW-Eau Claire forensics team was featured in the Oct. 6 Chippewa Valley Post article "University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire team ranks high in forensics competition."
Area professionals, students comment on how Apple co-founder changed our lives
Chip Eckardt, Chief Information Officer, alumnus Allen Olivio and student Thom Fountain were quoted in the Oct. 7 Leader-Telegram article "Area professionals, students comment on how Apple co-founder changed our lives."
UW-EC, Stout seek to increase enrollment, freshman retention
Provost Patricia Kleine was quoted in the Oct. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC, Stout seek to increase enrollment, freshman retention."
Regional musicians flock to UW-Eau Claire for brassy event
Dr. Phillip Ostrander, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Regional musicians flock to UW-Eau Claire for brassy event."
Ballet studio awarded
UW-Eau Claire alumna Ganna Kotenko was featured in the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Ballet studio awarded."
Safety urged at UW-Eau Claire homecoming
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Safety urged at UW-Eau Claire homecoming." A related story titled "UWEC Chancellor asks students to stay safe as Homecoming weekend approaches" also was posted Oct. 4 on the WEAU-TV website.
Megafaun's Phil Cook
UW-Eau Claire alumni Phil and Brad Cook were featured in the Sept. 26 AV Club Madison article "Megafaun's Phil Cook." The article was written by alumnus Steven Hyden.
Five By Design's musical revue at State taped for new show
UW-Eau Claire alumni Lori Carpenter-Niska, Kurt Niska, Terrence Niska and Michael Swedberg were featured in the Sept. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Five By Design's musical revue at State taped for new show." Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, also was mentioned in the article.
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."
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