News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Zorn Arena Basketball Court To Be Named In Honor Of Former Coach
Ken Anderson, former men's basketball coach, was featured in the Dec. 15 Chippewa Valley Post story "Zorn Arena Basketball Court To Be Named In Honor Of Former Coach."
UW-Eau Claire names court in honor of former coach
Ken Anderson, former men's basketball coach, was featured in the Dec. 15 WKOW story "UW-Eau Claire names court in honor of former coach."
UW-Eau Claire students graduate, commencement held on Saturday
UW-Eau Claire's fall commencement was featured in the Dec. 17 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire students graduate, commencement held on Saturday" and the Dec. 17 Leader-Telegram article "More than 1,400 degrees awarded Saturday in area."
The Memories returning to Mabel Tainter for annual shows
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Warren Petryk was featured in the Dec. 14 Leader-Telegram article "The Memories returning to Mabel Tainter for annual shows."
UW-EC plans to announce plans for naming Zorn basketball court
The naming of the basketball court in Zorn Arena in honor of former Blugold basketball coach Ken Anderson was the subject of the Dec. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC plans to announce plans for naming Zorn basketball court."
UW-Eau Claire janitor bags $350,000 lottery prize
Troy Thompson, University Centers, was featured in the Dec. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire janitor bags $350,000 lottery prize."
UWEC frat fights the cold to raise money for Red Cross
UW-Eau Claire student Nick Tscherne was interviewed for the Dec. 14 WQOW-TV story "UWEC frat fights the cold to raise money for Red Cross."
Conference for teens, young adults with disabilities to be presented in January
An upcoming UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education program was featured in the Dec. 13 Chippewa Herald article "Conference for teens, young adults with disabilities to be presented in January."
Making the Rounds
UW-Eau Claire alumni Carol Isaksson, Jessica Sabrowsky and Carol Ness were mentioned in the Making the Rounds section of the Dec. 14 Leader-Telegram.
Universities hold winter commencement ceremonies
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Dec. 14 Superior Telegram article "Universities hold winter commencement ceremonies."
Multiple Chippewa Valley orchestras stage food court flash mob
A flash mob by members of the Chippewa Valley Symphony, directed by Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, and the Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony, directed by Dr. Peter Haberman, music and theatre arts, was featured in the Dec. 12 Volume One article "Multiple Chippewa Valley orchestras stage food court flash mob."
Stout names Schulte-Shoberg as director of Stout's business, financial services
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kim Schulte-Shoberg was featured in the Dec. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Stout names Schulte-Shoberg as director of Stout's business, financial services."
Insurance company adds executive
UW-Eau Claire alumna Mollie Cipriano was featured in the piece "Insurance company adds executive" in the Briefcase section of the Dec. 11 Leader-Telegram.
UW-Eau Claire Concert Choir set to sing its way through Greece and Crete
Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, and UW-Eau Claire student Liz Sletten were quoted in the Dec. 10 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire Concert Choir set to sing its way through Greece and Crete."
Bon Iver in the news
Bon Iver, which includes UW-Eau Claire alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey, recently was featured in the following media: Dec. 10 Time Out Chicago article, Dec. 11 Badger Herald article, Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram review, Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram article (1), Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram article (2), Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram article (3) Dec. 8 Isthmus article, Dec. 12 WEAU-TV story, Dec. 14 Pitchfork article, Dec. 13 WEAU-TV story, Dec. 13 WQOW-TV story, Dec. 12 WQOW-TV story, Dec. 8 CBC Radio interview and Dec. 15 Appleton Post-Crescent article, among many others.
Contest finalists diverse
UW-Eau Claire student Jeremiah Isaacson was quoted in the Dec. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Contest finalists diverse." Student Alex Ecker also was mentioned in the article.
Passing grade
Dr. April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, and students Amber Fritsch and Kelsey Michels were mentioned in the Dec. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Passing grade."
UW-EC targets state building
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was quoted in the Dec. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC targets state building."
Welcome home: Fans line up around the block as Grammy-nominated Bon Iver returns for first of two concerts
Alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey were mentioned in the Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Welcome home: Fans line up around the block as Grammy-nominated Bon Iver returns for first of two concerts."
Quilt tells AIDS' deadly story
Christopher Jorgenson, Women's and LGBTQ Resource Center, was quoted in the Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Quilt tells AIDS' deadly story".
Cyberbullying expert to speak to teens, public at Milton school
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Dec. 13 Janesville Gazette article "Cyberbullying expert to speak to teens, public at Milton school."
Regents give approval on UW-EC expansion
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, were quoted in the Dec. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Regents give approval on UW-EC expansion."
Researchers give web site that rates professors passing grade
Research by Dr. April Bleske-Rechek and UW-Eau Claire student Amber Fritsch was featured in the Dec. 9 Leader-Telegram article "Researchers give web site that rates professors passing grade."
Local fans anxious for Bon Iver's return to Eau Claire
Bon Iver's upcoming shows at UW-Eau Claire were featured in the Dec. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Local fans anxious for Bon Iver's return to Eau Claire."
UW-Eau Claire presents comprehensive plan to UW Board committee
UW-Eau Claire's future building plans were featured in the Dec. 8 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire presents comprehensive plan to UW Board committee."
It could be the end of the road for a UW-Eau Claire service
Stephanie Pykkalo, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, and UW-Eau Claire students James Kust and David Hon were interviewed for the Dec. 8 WQOW-TV story "It could be the end of the road for a UW-Eau Claire service."
Blugold women's cross country coach named coach of the year
Dan Schwamberger, UW-Eau Claire's cross country head coach, was featured in the Dec. 7 WQOW-TV story "Blugold women's cross country coach named coach of the year."
Program recognizes efficiences
Dr. Jim Boulter, chemistry, UW-Eau Claire's sustainability fellow, and UW-Eau Claire student Tyrel Zich were quoted in the Dec. 2 Leader-Telegram article "Program recognizes efficiences."
School therapist embraces valley
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Brad Dickey was featured in the Sept. 7 Jackson Hole (Wyo.) News & Guide article "School therapist embraces valley."
UW-Eau Claire moves Mexico study program
Dr. Marie Stadler, communication sciences and disorders, was quoted in the Dec. 5 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article "UW-Eau Claire moves Mexico study program."
UW-Eau Claire seeks to buy state building
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was quoted in the Dec. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire seeks to buy state building."
Home Heating Costs
UW-Eau Claire alumna Liz Wolf Green was interviewed for the Dec. 5 WEAU-TV story "Home Heating Costs."
UW-Eau Claire student is guest blogger on White House Project website
UW-Eau Claire student Catherine Emmanuelle is a guest blogger on The White House Project website.
All a-Twitter over Bon Iver
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Dec. 3 Minneapolis Star-Tribune article "All a-Twitter over Bon Iver."
Bon Iver: From A Log Cabin To The Grammys
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Dec. 1 MTV.com article "Bon Iver: From A Log Cabin To The Grammys."
Professor starts new venture
Dr. David Lewis, chemistry, was featured in the Dec. 4 Leader-Telegram article "Professor starts new venture" and the Nov. 29 Chippewa Valley Post article "UW-Eau Claire chemistry professor starts business to develop safer anticoagulant medications."
Violence limits study abroad
Dr. Marie Stadler, communication sciences and disorders, and Dr. Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, were quoted in the Dec. 5 Leader-Telegram article "Violence limits study abroad."
Eau Claire praises Bon Iver following four Grammy nominations
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured and alumnus Sean Carey was mentioned in the Dec. 2 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire praises Bon Iver following four Grammy nominations."
Study finds merit behind RateMyProfessors
Research by Dr. April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, was featured in the Dec. 1 Washington Square News article "Study finds merit behind RateMyProfessors."
Surround Sound: Wisconsin's Bon Iver lands four Grammy nods
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Dec. 1 Madison.com article "Surround Sound: Wisconsin's Bon Iver lands four Grammy nods" and the Dec. 1 Appleton Post Crescent article "Grammy noms: Bon Iver, Adele, Kanye in spotlight."
Where Are They Now?
UW-Eau Claire student Meghan Ryan was featured in the article "Where Are They Now?" in the fall/winter 2011 issue of The Benefit News. (Link not available.)
Cyberbullying expert to speak in Milton
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was featured in the Nov. 29 WMTV article "Cyberbullying expert to speak in Milton."
Al Jazeera newsman: U.S. media ignore world
Josh Rushing's Nov. 30 Forum presentation at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Nov. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Al Jazeera newsman: U.S. media ignore world."
Cyberbullying also a problem 'across the pond'
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Nov. 30 Wisconsin Radio Network article "Cyberbullying also a problem 'across the pond.'"
Letter from Sen. Vinehout: Education Budget Cuts bring challenges, controversy
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 30 Pierce County Herald article "Letter from Sen. Vinehout: Education Budget Cuts bring challenges, controversy."
Occupy UW-Eau Claire allows community members to voice their concern
UW-Eau Claire student Nicholas Warren was quoted in the Nov. 30 WQOW News 18 story "Occupy UW-Eau Claire allows community members to voice their concern." The rally also was featured in the Nov. 29 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire, CVTC students hosting Occupy rally."
Bon Iver strong Grammy contender
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon was mentioned in the Nov. 30 Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel article "Bon Iver strong Grammy contender."
Bon Iver nominated for four Grammys
UW-Eau Claire alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey were mentioned in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Bon Iver nominated for four Grammys."
Charlie the right leader at the right time for Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Charles Grossklaus was featured in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram editorial "Charlie the right leader at the right time for Eau Claire."
Occupy UW-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire student Nicholas Warren was featured in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Occupy UW-Eau Claire."
Building Relationships
UW-Eau Claire student James Duncan was featured in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Building Relationships."
Renowned poet touches heavily on race issues
Sophomore Dessa Bell was quoted in the Dec. 1 Leader-Telegram article "Renowned poet touches heavily on race issues."
Jefferson Award Winner: Kristin Faber
UW-Eau Claire student Kirstin Faber was featured in the Nov. 28 WQOW-TV story "Jefferson Award Winner: Kristin Faber."
School's Out — how the state budget lapse will affect our universities
Dave Gessner, Budget and Finance, and Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich were quoted in the Nov. 25 Volume One article "School's Out — how the state budget lapse will affect our universities."
Down on the farm
UW-Eau Claire graduate student Jenny Murray was mentioned in the Nov. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Down on the farm."
Trip to Turkey expands UW-EC students' worldview
UW-Eau Claire junior Casey Metcalfe was featured in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram article "Trip to Turkey expands UW-EC students' worldview."
Providing a helping hand
UW-Eau Claire business organization Beta Upsilon Sigma was featured in the Nov. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Providing a helping hand."
Time for a free hug
UW-Eau Claire alumna Marjorie Craemer was featured in the Nov. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Time for a free hug."
Improv Classes Aim to Take You Off the Cuff
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Shane Leonard was featured in the Nov. 10 Volume One article "Improv Classes Aim to Take You Off the Cuff."
Sand mine discussion draws crowd
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health; UW-Eau Claire students James Fay and Greg Nelson; and Ron Koshoshek (emeritus), philosophy and religious studies; were mentioned in the Nov. 23 Dunn County News article "Sand mine discussion draws crowd."
Support at Home: Some veterans unaware of benefits and services
UW-Eau Claire student Jeremy Hardy and Miranda Cross-Schindler, UW-Eau Claire's military benefits coordinator, were interviewed for the Nov. 21 WQOW-TV story "Support at Home: Some veterans unaware of benefits and services."
UWEC donating thousands of pounds of food to Feed My People
The recent food drive at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Nov. 22 WEAU-TV story "UWEC donating thousands of pounds of food to Feed My People."
UWEC to produce photo voter IDs for students who require them
Mike Rindo, University Communications, was interviewed for the Nov. 22 WEAU-TV story "UWEC to produce photo voter IDs for students who require them."
Ex-Marine speaking on media in Forum series
UW-Eau Claire's Nov. 30 Forum presentation by Josh Rushing was featured in the Nov. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Ex-Marine speaking on media in Forum series."
Business ideas advance
UW-Eau Claire students Jeremiah Isaacson and Alex Ecker, and alumni Gerald Jacobson, Randy Hulke and Mickey Judkins were mentioned in the piece "Business ideas advance" in the Business Bytes section of the Nov. 27
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Lending leadership
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Charles Grossklaus was featured in the Nov. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Lending leadership."
Local runner on his way to completing 11 marathons in 2011
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Ryan Burr was featured in the Nov. 27 WEAU-TV story "Local runner on his way to completing 11 marathons in 2011."
Both sides show enthusiasm as Walker recall efforts amp up
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Both sides show enthusiasm as Walker recall efforts amp up."
Chippewa County woman recalls chilling reaction to JFK assassination
UW-Eau Claire alumna Kathy Meade Hebert was interviewed for the Nov. 22 WQOW-TV story "Chippewa County woman recalls chilling reaction to JFK assassination."
Foiling the Plan of a Cyberbully
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 22 National Science Foundation article "Foiling the Plan of a Cyberbully."
UW-Eau Claire student volunteers helping younger teams with conditioning
Dr. Jeffrey Janot, kinesiology, was interviewed for the Nov. 23 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire student volunteers helping younger teams with conditioning."
UWEC cyberbullying specialist to speak in London
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Nov. 21 WEAU-TV story "UWEC cyberbullying specialist to speak in London."
Text messages: the bully's new weapon of choice
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was mentioned in the Nov. 22 People With Voices article "Text messages: the bully's new weapon of choice."
Mover: Terry Lawrence
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Terry Lawrence was featured in the Nov. 14 St. Paul Pioneer Press article "Mover: Terry Lawrence."
Academic honors for 32 state players
UW-Eau Claire students and women's soccer team members Alyssa Walker and Rachel Nerison were mentioned in the Nov. 17 Wisconsin Soccer Central article "Academic honors for 32 state players."
After 50 years, group says goodbye to deer camp
UW-Eau Claire alumni Al and Greg Gould were quoted in the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram article "After 50 years, group says goodbye to deer camp."
Johnsons named Philanthropists of the Year
UW-Eau Claire alumni Barb and Tom Johnson were featured in the Nov. 11 Dunn County News article "Johnsons named Philanthropists of the Year." Alumnus Bert Colianni Jr. also was mentioned in the article.
Astronomy Update: Humans' part in huge universe is miniscule
UW-Eau Claire student Michael Xiong wrote the Nov. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Astronomy Update: Humans' part in huge universe is miniscule."
Eau Claire teacher makes dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses
UW-Eau Claire alumna Dawn Marcott was featured in the Nov. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire teacher makes dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses."
UW-Eau Claire business organization members embrace local service projects
UW-Eau Claire student Ashley Moore was quoted in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire business organization members embrace local service projects."
Researchers Rate RateMyProfessors, and Find It Useful, if Not Chili-Pepper Hot
Research by Dr. April Bleske-Rechek and UW-Eau Claire student Amber Fritsch was featured in the Nov. 18 Chronicle of Higher Education article "Researchers Rate RateMyProfessors, and Find It Useful, if Not Chili-Pepper Hot." UW-Eau Claire alumna Kelsey Michels also was mentioned in the article. The research also was featured in the Nov. 21 Wisconsin State Journal blog post "On Campus: UW-Eau Claire study: RateMyProfessors provides useful information."
Sand Mines and processing plants In western Wisconsin: What we all need to know
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, and Ron Koshoshek (emeritus) philosophy and religious studies, were mentioned in the Nov. 12 Dunn County News article "Sand Mines and processing plants In western Wisconsin: What we all need to know."
Jay Olstad leaving; 'Community' pulled from schedule
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jay Olstad was featured in the Nov. 15 Tap Milwaukee article "Jay Olstad leaving; 'Community' pulled from schedule."
UWEC reveals master plan for the campus
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was interviewed for the Nov. 14 WEAU-TV story "UWEC reveals master plan for the campus."
Groups let people know how they can help less fortunate this winter
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week events at UW-Eau Claire were mentioned in the Nov. 17 WEAU-TV story "Groups let people know how they can help less fortunate this winter."
Grant supports program for CVTC-to-UW-EC transfers
A new pilot program at UW-Eau Claire to ease the transition for and success rate among students who transfer to UW-Eau Claire from Chippewa Valley Technical College was featured in the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Grant supports program for CVTC-to-UW-EC transfers."
UW-EC students share marketing ideas
UW-Eau Claire students Christina Kubitschek, Katie Nelson and Cassandra Woitas were quoted in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students share marketing ideas."
Local grad got call to help with St. John's Bible
UW-Eau Claire alumna Suzanne Moore was featured in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Local grad got call to help with St. John's Bible." Bill Benson (emeritus), art & design, also was quoted in the article.
Local teacher writes book about deer for children
UW-Eau Claire alumus Chad Frase was featured in the Nov. 16 WEAU-TV story "Local teacher writes book about deer for children."
Become sand experts, local leaders urged
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, and Ron Koshoshek (emeritus), philosophy and religious studies, were quoted in the Nov. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Become sand experts, local leaders urged."
Bargaining law still roiling emotions
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the Nov. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Bargaining law still roiling emotions."
UW-EC student balances academics with racing
UW-Eau Claire student Aaron Telitz was featured in the Nov. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student balances academics with racing." Dr. Ryan Weichelt, geography and anthropology, also was quoted in the article.
UW-Eau Claire creative writing major's article to appear in Equus
UW-Eau Claire student Larissa Sprecher was featured in the Nov. 15 WQOW-TV story "UW-Eau Claire creative writing major's article to appear in Equus."
UW-EC plan includes more building, traffic change
Missy Davey, Blugold Dining, Ricardo Gonzales, Facilities Management and Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, were interviewed for the Nov. 15 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC plan includes more building, traffic change."
Monthlong immersion in Turkey empowers and motivates UW-Eau Claire students
UW-Eau Claire's immersion program in Turkey was featured in the Nov. 11 Chippewa Valley Post article "Monthlong immersion in Turkey empowers and motivates UW-Eau Claire students."
Hmong New Year celebrated at UW-Eau Claire
The Hmong New Year celebration Nov. 12 and 13 at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Nov. 14 WEAU-TV story "Hmong New Year celebrated at UW-Eau Claire."
Dementia patients respond to UW-Eau Claire music therapy
Lee Anna Rasar, music and theatre arts, and a number of UW-Eau Claire students were featured in the Nov. 10 Leader-Telegram article "Dementia patients respond to UW-Eau Claire music therapy."
Campus Connection: International student enrollments hit record high
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Nov. 14 Capital Times article "Campus Connection: International student enrollments hit record high."
Attendees say community missing out on Hmong New Year festivities
UW-Eau Claire students Phong Lor and Kate Mullins were quoted in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Attendees say community missing out on Hmong New Year festivities."
Smoking policy in discussion
Phil Rynish, UW-Eau Claire Student Senate president, was featured in the Nov. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Smoking policy in discussion."
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