News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Assignment 13: Friend of a friend — Keeping safe
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed for the Nov. 10 WEAU-TV story "Assignment 13: Friend of a friend — Keeping safe online."
Possible solutions to a growing problem in the Chippewa Valley: Hunger
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Day Nov. 17 at UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 10 WQOW-TV story "Possible solutions to a growing problem in the Chippewa Valley: Hunger."
Local holiday album offers period flair
Ivar and Nanette Lunde (emeritus), music and theatre arts, were featured in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Local holiday album offers period flair."
UW-Eau Claire anticipates more veterans to enroll in 2012
Miranda Cross-Schindler, military benefits coordinator at UW-Eau Claire, and student Jill Doubek were interviewed for the Nov. 9 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire anticipates more veterans to enroll in 2012."
Keeping safe with self defense
UW-Eau Claire student Tiffany Root was interviewed for the Nov. 9 WEAU-TV story "Keeping safe with self defense."
Defining a Cyberbully — Social scientists struggle to characterize new form of harassment
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 8 National Science Foundation article "Defining a Cyberbully — Social scientists struggle to characterize new form of harassment."
Business People Twin Cities
UW-Eau Claire alumna Katie Imholte was mentioned in the Nov. 4 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "Business People Twin Cities."
UW-Stout requires students to take online test on alcohol use
Jennifer Lee, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, was quoted in the Nov. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Stout requires students to take online test on alcohol use."
Adventure Girls skate with the Blugolds
A program led by the UW-Eau Claire women's hockey team was featured in the Nov. 2 WEAU-TV story "Adventure Girls skate with the Blugolds."
The search for household germs
UW-Eau Claire student Josh Hanzlik was interviewed for the Nov. 3 WQOW-TV story "The search for household germs."
Forum speaker: We can change world through education
UW-Eau Claire student Crystal Schmidt was quoted in the Nov. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Forum speaker: We can change world through education." The article was written by UW-Eau Claire student Breann Schossow.
UWEC posts signs prohibiting concealed carry in buildings
David Sprick, UW-Eau Claire Police, was interviewed for the Oct. 31 WEAU-TV story "UWEC posts signs prohibiting concealed carry in buildings."
Tales from the dark side
Dr. Dan Janik, biology, was quoted in the Oct. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Tales from the dark side."
Sibling rivalry helped strengthen Olson brothers
Todd Glaser, UW-Eau Claire football coach, and UW-Eau Claire students Matt and Chris Olson were quoted in the Nov. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Sibling rivalry helped strengthen Olson brothers."
Frac sand industry bringing jobs to region: UW-Eau Claire grads benefit from sector
Beth Teutschmann, UW-Eau Claire alumna, and Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, were quoted in the Nov. 6 Leader-Telegram story "Frac sand industry bringing jobs to region: UW-Eau Claire grads benefit from sector."
Chippewa Valley visit moved future Nobel laureate to tears
Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 6 Leader-Telegram column "Chippewa Valley visit moved future Nobel laureate to tears."
Video fest, magazine combine best found items for tour
UW-Eau Claire alumni Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett were featured in the Nov. 6 Leader-Telegram article "Video fest, magazine combine best found items for tour."
Eau Claire firm shows off high-efficiency hot rod
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Kalish was featured in the Nov. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire firm shows off high-efficiency hot rod." Paul Kosower (emeritus), music and theatre arts, also was quoted in the article. Kalish also was featured in the Nov. 4 WEAU-TV story "'Lightning' fast electric car makes debut in Eau Claire."
Alumni John Raymond and Nick Prueher featured on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
UW-Eau Claire alumni John Raymond and Nick Prueher will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" Nov. 4. Raymond, frontman for the John Raymond Project, will discuss his rise within the jazz community and his band's appearance at the Backstage Concert Series Nov. 5 at the State Theatre in Eau Claire. Prueher, known for the phenomenon of found footage, will discuss the concept, his collaboration with Found Magazine and the Found Footage Festival Nov. 12 in Eau Claire. The Nov. 4 show can be heard on 88.3 FM, WHWC, beginning at 5 p.m. More information.
Students split on college aid bill
UW-Eau Claire students Demetrius Evans and Sarah Tweedale were quoted in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Students split on college aid bill."
Longfellow program gives fifth-graders adventurous experiences
The UW-Eau Claire women's hockey team was mentioned in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Longfellow program gives fifth-graders adventurous experiences."
Green says he's pleased
Kyle Green, UW-Eau Claire men's basketball coach, Tonja Englund, women's basketball coach, and student Jordan Petersen were quoted in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram article "Green says he's pleased."
UW-EC alum John Raymond returns for CD pre-release
UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Raymond was featured in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC alum John Raymond returns for CD pre-release."
John Raymond: CD Preview Events in the Midwest
UW-Eau Claire alumnus John Raymond was featured in the Oct. 31 Jazz Police article "John Raymond: CD Preview Events in the Midwest."
Keegan wins award
UW-Eau Claire alumna Colleen Keegan was featured in the Oct. 27 Wisconsin State Journal article "Keegan wins award."
UW students carry load of Walker's budget cuts
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich co-authored the Oct. 27 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel opinion piece "UW students carry load of Walker's budget cuts."
Bucky gets help from EC firm
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Mark Kalish was mentioned in the Oct. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Bucky gets help from EC firm."
Parents, others tour planned Children's Center at former monastery
UW-Eau Claire student Amber Allen; Rebecca Wurzer, Children's Center; Dr. Anne Hlas, foreign languages; Dr. Beth Hellwig, Student Affairs; Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office; and Kimera Way, Foundation; were interviewed for the Oct. 28 Leader-Telegram article "Parents, others tour planned Children's Center at former monastery."
Bon Iver plans back-to-back hometown shows for December
The upcoming Bon Iver concerts at UW-Eau Claire were featured in the Oct. 25 Volume One article "Bon Iver plans back-to-back hometown shows for December," the Oct. 25 WEAU-TV story "Bon Iver to perform in Eau Claire," the Oct. 26 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "Bon Iver returning to Eau Claire for two concerts," the Oct. 25 Citypages article "Bon Iver will play first Eau Claire shows since 2008 this December," Oct. 26 Minneapolis Star Tribune article "Bon Iver to wrap up 2011 tour Dec. 12-13 in Eau Claire," the Oct. 28 Minnesota Public Radio story "Bon Eau Claire," the Oct. 27 WQOW-TV story "Diehard fans camp out for Bon Iver tickets" and the Oct. 28 WEAU-TV story "Hundreds line up for their chance to get Bon Iver tickets," the Oct. 28 Leader-Telegram column "Justin Vernon for president" and the Oct. 28 Volume One photo album, among others.
International Folk Fair brings the world to Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire's International Folk Fair was featured in the Oct. 30 Leader-Telegram article "International Folk Fair brings the world to Eau Claire" and in the Oct. 31 WEAU-TV story "International students share diversity at UW-Eau Claire folk fair."
Eau Claire man's daily photo project helps him look back
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tim Abraham was featured in the Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man's daily photo project helps him look back."
Halloween events and tips on staying safe this Halloween
UW-Eau Claire's residence hall trick-or-treating was mentioned in the Oct. 27 WEAU-TV story "Halloween events and tips on staying safe this Halloween."
Obama college loan plan aims at making payments easier
UW-Eau Claire student Andrew Meschke and Kathy Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, were interviewed for the Oct. 26 WEAU-TV story "Obama college loan plan aims at making payments easier."
Youth Symphony, Jazz Orchestra collaborate for Fall Fusion Benefit
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, and Dr. Peter Haberman, music and theatre arts, were quoted in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Youth Symphony, Jazz Orchestra collaborate for Fall Fusion Benefit."
Racial profiling statistics not kept
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, UW-Eau Claire's equity, diversity and inclusivity fellow; and Caitlin Lee, Affirmative Action Office; were quoted in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Racial profiling statistics not kept."
A Nobu Among Us
Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Oct. 27 Volume One article "A Nobu Among Us."
UWEC cracking down on bike thefts
Lt. Jay Dobson and Sgt. Chris Kirchman, UW-Eau Claire Police, were interviewed for the Oct. 24 WEAU-TV story "UWEC cracking down on bike thefts."
UW-Eau Claire police look to cut down on campus bike thefts
Lt. Jay Dobson, UW-Eau Claire Police, was interviewed for the Oct. 24 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire police look to cut down on campus bike thefts."
UWEC student helps others reduce cost of bills
UW-Eau Claire students Jessica Birschbach and Tyrel Zich were interviewed for the Oct. 23 WQOW-TV story "UWEC student helps others reduce cost of bills."
Efforts to name Zorn Arena basketball court Ken Anderson proceeding
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ken Anderson was featured in the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Efforts to name Zorn Arena basketball court Ken Anderson proceeding." Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Kim Way, Foundation, also were quoted in the article.
Forty-three freshmen receive Blugold Promise Scholarships
Blugold Promise Scholarship recipients were featured in the Oct. 17 Dunn County News article "Forty-three freshmen receive Blugold Promise Scholarships."
Vulnerable teens still at risk in cyberspace
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Oct. 23 Buffalo News article "Vulnerable teens still at risk in cyberspace."
Students visit UW-Eau Claire campus for Higher Education Awareness Week
Kristi Herbenson, Student Affairs, was interviewed for the Oct. 20 WQOW-TV story "Students visit UW-Eau Claire campus for Higher Education Awareness Week."
Annual event showcases local bands
UW-Eau Claire's Big Band Monster Bash was the subject of the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Annual event showcases local bands."
St. Bede monastery Sisters sell Wis. property
The UW-Eau Claire Foundation's purchase of St. Bede's Monastery was the subject of the Oct. 22 St. Cloud (Minn.) Times article "St. Bede monastery Sisters sell Wis. property."
Our View: Wisconsin needs more college graduates
The UW System was discussed in the Oct. 20 Chippewa Herald editorial "Our View: Wisconsin needs more college graduates."
UW System faces further cuts because of budget lapse
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was interviewed for the Oct. 19 WQOW-TV story "UW System faces further cuts because of budget lapse."
Altoona superintendent retiring in June
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Greg Fahrman was featured in the Oct. 20 WEAU-TV story "Altoona superintendent retiring in June."
Local review show caters to gamers
Dr. Kurt Wiegel, chemistry, was quoted in the Oct. Leader-Telegram article "Local review show caters to gamers."
Bon Iver ticket details outlined
Zorn Arena was mentioned in the Oct. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Bon Iver ticket details outlined."
Chancellor: Higher ed cuts uneven
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was quoted in the Oct. 26 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellor: Higher ed cuts uneven."
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.
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