News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Parents meet to help stop cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the March 12 WEAU 13 News story "Parents meet to help stop cyberbullying."
Old Davies nears its end
Charles Farrell, University Centers, and student Jenna Amundson were quoted in the March 14 Leader-Telegram article "Old Davies nears its end."
UW-EC graduate feared lost at sea
We are deeply saddened to read that alumnus Chris Langel is the subject of the March 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC graduate feared lost at sea."
This story was also reprinted in the
This story was also reprinted in the
- March 13 WEAU article "UW-Eau Claire grad presumed dead after fishing boat sinks."
- March 14 Pioneer Press article "2009 grad lost at sea as fishing boat vanishes."
UW-EC's south campus
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Rebecca Wurzer, Children's Center, were quoted in the March 10 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC's south campus."
Briefcase 03/11/12
Thomas Mihajlov, accounting and finance, was mentioned in the March 11 Leader-Telegram article "Briefcase 03/11/12."
Blugolds women's basketball player Ellen Plendl, Athlete of the Week
UW-Eau Claire student athlete Ellen Plendl was featured in the March 7 WEAU story "Blugolds women's basketball player Ellen Plendl, Athlete of the Week."
Everybody was wrong about this play
Alumna Laila Robins was mentioned in the March 5 New York Times article "Who am I? Why are we here? Oh, Hello, Death." and in the March 8 Wall Street Journal article "Everybody was wrong about this play."
An international student experience
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 7 The Spectrum article "An international student experience."
UW-Eau Claire will conduct gas prices study
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 9 WQOW News 18 story "UW-Eau Claire will conduct gas prices study."
This story was also covered in the:
This story was also covered in the:
- March 10 Leader-Telegram article "Local Briefs 03/10/12."
- March 12 WEAU 13 News story "Gas price investigation strikes again."
Wisconsin moving toward portfolio-based assessment for teacher-candidates
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 11 Hechinger Report article "Wisconsin moving toward portfolio-based assessment for teacher-candidates."
Judge praises retiring court worker
Alumna Julia Gehring was featured in the March 12 Leader-Telegram article "Judge praises retiring court worker."
Chippewa Valley Museum to look a wee bit Irish Saturday
Student organization the Eau Claire Irish Dance group was mentioned in the March 12 Leader-Telegram article "Museum to look a wee bit Irish Saturday."
On a high note
Alumnus Evan Lloyd was featured in the March 12 Leader-Telegram article "On a high note."
Main Events 03/08/12
Alumnus David Caradori, emeritus Steve Katrosits, student Mathias Hughey and Amanda Obenhoffer, university centers, were mentioned in the March 8 Leader-Telegram article "Main Events 03/08/12."
Around Town Briefs 03/08/12
International Culture Night at UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 7 Leader-Telegram article "Around Town Briefs 03/08/12."
Vietnam vets to be recognized by city
UW-Eau Claire is mentioned in the March 7 Chippewa Herald article "Vietnam vets to be recognized by city."
Jazz Central - Serious Music for March
Alumni Vincent Rose, John Raymond and Rom Korchock were mentioned in the March 5 Jazz Police article "Jazz Central - Serious Music for March."
Business People
Alumnus Paul Borowski was mentioned in the March 4 TwinCities.com article "Business People."
Chancellor named a finalist for Utah job
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was featured in the March 8 Leader-Telegram article "Chancellor named a finalist for Utah job."
This story was also covered in the
This story was also covered in the
- March 8 TwinCities.com article "UW-Eau Claire chancellor named finalist for Utah job."
- March 11 KSL.com article "Westminster announces final considerations for president."
- March 9 WQOW News 18 story "UWEC chancellor a finalist for job at another college."
24 Hour Project gives creativity a deadline
Students Abbey Lowenstein and Katie Gerarden were quoted and the UWEC Players were mentioned in the March 8 Leader-Telegram article "24 Hour Project gives creativity a deadline."
You call this winter?
Student Andrew Hepp was quoted in the March 8 Leader-Telegram article "You call this winter?"
Racist email has GOP leader in hot water
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, was quoted in the March 7 Leader-Telegram article "Racist email has GOP leader in hot water."
Report: Augusta sand mine would generate $20 million yearly
Alumnus Mike Knetter was quoted in the March 5 Leader-Telegram article "Report: Augusta sand mine would generate $20 million yearly."
'Cash Mob' ready to descend on local businesses
Alumni Jeff Mares and Anthony Nied were quoted in the March 5 Leader-Telegram article "'Cash Mob' ready to descend on local businesses."
Abbotsford fire death reminds firefighters of near tragedy
Lisa Schuetz, University Recreation & Sport Facilities, was quoted in the March 5 Leader-Telegram article "Abbotsford fire death reminds firefighters of near tragedy."
Briefcase 03/04/12
Alumnus Jeff Olson was mentioned in the March 3 Leader-Telegram article "Briefcase 03/04/12."
Students see different world in Guatemala
Students Jessi McIntosh and Victoria Hay and Vanda Galen, social work, were quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram article "Students see different world in Guatemala."
Marshfield 'desirable' site for medical school
UW-Eau Claire's nursing program was mentioned in the March 4 hrtnews.com article "Marshfield 'desirable' site for medical school."
Initiative allows students to interact with experts
Dr. Jennifer Chapman, music and theatre arts, and Jan Larson, communication and journalism, were quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram article "Initiative allows students to interact with experts."
At Issue: Should schools be forced to have a policy on cyberbullying?
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 3 State Journal article "At Issue: Should schools be forced to have a policy on cyberbullying?"
Local briefs 3/2/12
Alumnus Greg Doverspike was mentioned in the March 1 Leader-Telegram article "Local briefs 3/2/12."
Main Events 03/01/12
The Viennese Ball was featured in the Feb. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Main Events 03/01/12."
Vernon's notoriety puts thriving Eau Clarie arts on map
Alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey were featured in the Feb. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Vernon's notoriety puts thriving Eau Clarie arts on map."
Raise your voice - All-girls choir notes 5 years
Alumni Shelly Winemiller and Esther Heideman are featured in the March 1 Post Bulletin article "Raise your voice - All-girls choir notes 5 years."
Jazz (and More) at the Dakota in March)
Alumnus John Raymond was mentioned in the March 1 Jazz Police article "Jazz (and More) at the Dakota in March)."
More than a foot of snow in the North Woods
Student Jackie Pearson was mentioned in the Feb. 29 JS Online article "More than a foot of snow in the North Woods."
Famed neurologist explains complex topics with humor
Student Sarah Buchner was quoted in the Feb. 29 Leader-Telegram article "Famed neurologist explains complex topics with humor."
When it snows at UW-EC, some cheer, others grumble
Students Alex Pankow, Paige Gelling, Joe Rupslauskas, Emily Hultman and Kalee Torp were quoted in the Feb. 29 Leader-Telegram article "When it snows at UW-EC, some cheer, others grumble."
Snow Delights, Irks UW-EC Students
Several students were featured in the Feb. 28 Leader-Telegram YouTube video "Snow Delights, Irks UW-EC Students."
At UW-EC, workers get casual for a cause
The Blugold Dining Program was featured in the Feb. 28 Leader-Telegram article "At UW-EC, workers get casual for a cause."
Briefcase 2/26/12
Alumni Karen Rockwell, Mark Connell and Patti See and student Ryan Cegelski were mentioned in the Feb. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Briefcase 2/26/12."
UW-Eau Claire Forum speaker to discuss brain's workings
The UW-Eau Claire Forum Series was featured in the Feb. 27 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire Forum speaker to discuss brain's workings."
Wausau editor named president of state AP
Alumni Mark Treinen and Sidney Schwartz were featured in the Feb. 24 Leader-Telegram article "Wausau editor named president of state AP."
UW-EC students shine light on brutality against African children
Students April D'Water, Tyler Henderson and Carmen Quinlivan were quoted in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students shine light on brutality against African children."
Prof talks 'Cyber Bullying' to LaX Parents and Students
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the Feb. 28 WXOW story "Prof. talks 'Cyber Bullying' to LaX Parents and Students."
Questioning the Locals | Karl Markgraf
Dr. Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, was featured in the Feb. 23 Volume One article "Questioning the Locals | Karl Markgraf."
On Wisconsin: In Eau Claire, Justin Vernon's roots run deep
Alumni Justin Vernon and Bruce Hering; Bob Baca and Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts; Dr. Charlene Burns, philosophy and religious studies; and student Natalie Leighton were featured in the Feb. 28 Wisconsin State Journal article "On Wisconsin: In Eau Claire, Justin Vernon's roots run deep."
S. Carey announces new EP
Alumni Justin Vernon, Sean Carey and Ben Lester were featured in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram article "S. Carey announces new EP."
New Faces, New Places for Feb. 27
Alumnus Chad Niemuth was mentioned in the Feb. 26 JS Online article "New Faces, New Places for Feb. 27."
Business Achievements
Alumna Jennifer Pagels was mentioned in the Feb. 23 State Journal article "Business Achievements."
Chi-Hi grad succeeds performing in ventriloquism, theater
Student Nate Plummer was featured in the Feb. 26 Chippewa Herald article "Chi-Hi grad succeeds performing in ventriloquism, theater."
Harry Potter fans marathon read at UW-Eau Claire library
Eric Jennings, McIntyre Library, was quoted in the Feb. 21 WEAU article "Harry Potter fans marathon read at UW-Eau Claire library."
Pianists Loreta Kovacic & Nicholas Phillips - Croatian Piano Music
Dr. Nicholas Phillips, music and theatre arts, was interviewed for the Feb. 21 Houston Public Radio Classical program "Pianists Loreta Kovacic & Nicholas Phillips - Croatian Piano Music."
For 20 years, UW-Eau Claire forensics team #1 in state
Students Holly Albers, James Kust, Patrick Martin, Jarrel Montgomery, Jessica Krentz, Megan McKeown, Natalie Hunter, Megan Chilman, Stephen Fong and Jake Stendahl were mentioned in the Feb. 23 WEAU article "For 20 years, UW-Eau Claire forensics team #1 in state."
Beth Hellwig Honored for Her Commitment to the Advancement of Women in Higher Education
Dr. Beth Hellwig, vice chancellor of student affairs, was featured in the Feb. 23 WIA Report article "Beth Hellwig Honored for Her Commitment to the Advancement of Women in Higher Education."
UW-EC chided on charging for new IDs
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich; Teresa O'Halloran, special assistant to the chancellor; student body President Phil Rynish; and Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, were mentioned in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chided on charging for new IDs."
Equity Matters
Dr. Jeff Vahlbusch and Dr. David Jones, Honors Program, were featured in the February issue of "Equity Matters," the e-newsletter of the Center for Urban Education.
Speaker to discuss brain's workings
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Feb. 27 Leader-Telegram article "Speaker to discuss brain's workings."
Harry Potter fans marathon read at UW-Eau Claire library
Eric Jennings, McIntyre Library, was quoted in the Feb. 21 WEAU story "Harry Potter fans marathon read at UW-Eau Claire library."
Investors in new pizza eatery plan to give half their profits to charity
Alumnus Mark Steil was quoted in the Feb. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Investors in new pizza eatery plan to give half their profits to charity."
Into the Woods
F. Reed Brown was quoted and Dr. Mitra Sadeghpour and Nobuyoshi Yasuda were mentioned in the Feb. 9 Volume One article "Into the Woods." Brown, Sadeghpour and Yasuda are music and theatre arts faculty members.
Letter: Get involved with United Council
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Feb. 16 The Daily Cardinal article "Letter: Get involved with United Council."
Students look to financial aid to combat student debt
Kathy Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, was quoted in the Feb. 19 WQOW story "Students look to financial aid to combat student debt."
Noon Interview: 'Into the Woods'
Students Seth Hale and Marie Gustafson were interviewed for the Feb. 21 WEAU story "Noon Interview: 'Into the Woods.'"
Chancellor Hall at UW-Eau Claire beginning a composting program to cut waste
Students Bailey Kramer, Johanna Conrad and Brittany Whited were quoted in the Feb. Feb. 20 WEAU article "Chancellor Hall at UW-Eau Claire beginning a composting program to cut waste."
Gov. Walker's numbers not adding up for local governments
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and David Gessner, assistant chancellor for budget and finance, were quoted in the Feb. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Gov. Walker's numbers not adding up for local governments."
Eau Claire jobs fair designed to serve veterans
Alumnus David Jeske was featured in the Feb. 18 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire jobs fair designed to serve veterans."
Six Degrees of Justin Vernon
Alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Six Degrees of Justin Vernon."
Hockey team raises money for former player with cancer
Student Rachel Vath and coach Mike Collins, women's hockey, were quoted in the Feb. 17 WEAU article "Hockey team raises money for former player with cancer."
Inner Strength and Song': The John Raymond Project's Debut Recording
Alumnus John Raymond was featured in the Feb. 19 Jazz Police article "'Inner Strength and Song': The John Raymond Project's Debut Recording."
Should you be concerned about cyber bullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the Feb. 16 WEAU article "Should you be concerned about cyber bullying."
Our View: Check out our burgeoning music scene
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 16 Chippewa Herald article "Our View: Check out our burgeoning music scene."
Love going color blind
Jesse Dixon, Office of Multicultural Affairs, and student Shantee Ward-Scheel were quoted in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Love going color blind."
Educating donors
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Kimera Way, Foundation, were quoted in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Educating donors."
CVTC approves $1.35 million data center at NanoRite
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Feb. 17 Leader-Telegram article "CVTC approves $1.35 million data center at NanoRite."
Seniors learn twists, turns of health reform law
Henry Lippold (emeritus), communication and journalism, appeared in the photo that accompanied the Feb. 16 Leader-Telegram article "Seniors learn twists, turns of health reform law."
Family, friends share in Bon Iver's Grammy wins
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 14 Leader-Telegram article "Family, friends share in Bon Iver's Grammy wins."
Grammy win leaves a sense of pride in Eau Claire
Alumnus Justin Vernon and student Lainee Hoffman were featured in the Feb. 14 Superior Telegram article "Grammy win leaves a sense of pride in Eau Claire."
Eau Claire's Bon Iver to join Beach Boys, Radiohead, Chili Peppers at Bonnaroo festival
Bon Iver was mentioned in the Feb. 14 Northwestern article "Eau Claire's Bon Iver to join Beach Boys, Radiohead, Chili Peppers at Bonnaroo festival."
University of Wisconsin schools currently playing in NCHA will leave league after 2013-14 season
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the Feb. 14 WEAU article "University of Wisconsin schools currently playing in NCHA will leave league after 2013-14 season."
This story was also covered in the:
This story was also covered in the:
- Feb. 15 USCHO article "WIAC schools to withdraw from the NCHA, effective 2014-15 season."
- Feb. 15 WLUK-TV article "WIAC schools confirm leaving NCHA."
UW-Eau Claire computer science students win competition
Students Jonathan Fretheim, Rebekah Sippert, James Felton and Corey Schulz were featured in the Feb. 14 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire computer science students win competition."
Old stores still going strong
Alumnus Casey McGann was quoted in the Feb. 14 Wisconsin State Journal article "Old stores still going strong."
Wisconsin Voter ID Law Becomes A Hardship For Colleges, And Raises Concerns Of A Poll Tax
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was quoted in the Feb. 13 Huffington Post article "Wisconsin Voter ID Law Becomes A Hardship For Colleges, And Raises Concerns Of A Poll Tax."
Eau Claire's Bon Iver wins best new artist
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 13 Chicago Tribune article "Eau Claire's Bon Iver wins best new artist."
Market Recap: Greek Debt Anxiety Holds Stocks Near Breakeven
Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, management and marketing, was mentioned in the Jan. 23 Investment Research article "Market Recap: Greek Debt Anxiety Holds Stocks Near Breakeven."
The direction of Super Bowl advertisements
Dr. Chuck Tomkovick and Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, were featured in the Feb. 13 Inside Eau Claire podcast "The direction of Super Bowl advertisements."
A recent study raises concerns over the amount of debt college students are taking on
Sophomore Nkaujhmoob Moua was mentioned in the Feb. 13 WQOW News 18 article "A recent study raises concerns over the amount of debt college students are taking on."
Triumph, tragedy dominate Grammy Awards
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were mentioned in the Feb. 13 LaCrosse Tribune article "Triumph, tragedy dominate Grammy Awards."
Eau Claire's Bon IVer wins best new artist
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 13 Chippewa Herald article "Eau Claire's Bon IVer wins best new artist."
Eau Claire's Bon Iver wins Grammy for best new artist
Alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the Feb. 13 Appleton Post-Crescent article "Eau Claire's Bon Iver wins Grammy for best new artist."
Carey takes stage at SNL, Halmstad
Alumnus Sean Carey was featured in the Feb. 8 Chippewa Herald article "Carey takes stage at SNL, Halmstad."
Bon Iver wins two Grammys
Alumni Justin Vernon and Sean Carey, as well as their band Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 13 Chippewa Herald article "Bon Iver wins two Grammys."
At 24, Frenette making waves in music industry managing Bon Iver
Justin Vernon and Bon Iver were mentioned in the Feb. 12 Chippewa Herald article "At 24, Frenette making waves in music industry managing Bon Iver."
International fraud ring thwarted locally
Alumna Garrett Lewis was mentioned in the Feb. 11 Leader-Telegram article "International fraud ring thwarted locally."
Q&A: Madison's city clerk is going all-out to educate voters
Alumna Maribeth Witzel-Behl was featured in the Feb. 12 Captial Times article "Q&A: Madison's city clerk is going all-out to educate voters."
UW-EC students, prof study mountain streams on trip to Argentina
Dr. Todd Wellnitz, biology, and students Zach Snobl, Chris Wojan, John Schoen and Ong Xiong were featured in the Feb. 12 Leader-Telegram article, "UW-EC students, prof study mountain streams on trip to Argentina."
UW-Eau Claire students cheer on Bon Iver at Grammys
Student Ali Ciatti quoted in the Feb. 12 WEAU story "UW-Eau Claire students cheer on Bon Iver at Grammys."
UW-Eau Claire makes 'Best Value Colleges' list
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the Feb. 10 WEAU story "UW-Eau Claire makes 'Best Value Colleges' list."
Bon Iver wins two Grammys, including best new artist
Alumnus Justin Vernon and his band, Bon Iver, were featured in the Feb. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Bon Iver wins two Grammys, including best new artist."
Bon Iver's Grammy experience was also covered in the:
Bon Iver's Grammy experience was also covered in the:
- Feb. 10 77 Square article "Surround Sound: Our Second Annual Grammy Pick-tacular."
- Feb. 13 Leader-Telegram article "Gimme 5: UW-Eau Claire gets its Grammy groove on with viewing.
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