News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
UW universities get overseas recruitment help
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the April 17 WEAU 13 News story "UW universities get overseas recruitment help."
TODAY INTERVIEW: Free Food Festival
The UW-Eau Claire Society of Professional Journalists is featured in the April 17 WEAU 13 News story "TODAY INTERVIEW: Free Food Festival."
Gardens get natural hydration
Student Nick Mulholland was featured in the April 23
Leader-Telegram article "Gardens get natural hydration."
Leader-Telegram article "Gardens get natural hydration."
Interim chancellor excited for challenge
Dr. Gilles Bousquet, interim chancellor, was featured in the April 23 Leader-Telegram article "Interim chancellor excited for challenge."
Reservation collaboration
Dr. Mike Axelrod, Human Development Center, and students Oscar Collins, Kimberly Gilland and Sadie Bassette were quoted in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Reservation collaboration."
Five named to latest HOF class
Kim Way, Foundation, was mentioned in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Five named to latest HOF class."
Blurring the political lines
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Blurring the political lines."
Tiffany Maczko and Erik Brandner
Alumni Tiffany Maczko and Erik Brandner were featured in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Tiffany Maczko and Erik Brandner."
Local expert finishes cyberbullying book
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the April 22 Leader-Telegram article "Local expert finishes cyberbullying book."
Tobacco violators targeted
Teresa O'Halloran, Affirmative Action office, was quoted in the April 20 Leader-Telegram article "Tobacco violators targeted."
Jornalists swap tales, share values
The UW-Eau Claire Devroy Forum was featured in the April 20 Leader-Telegram article "Jornalists swap tales, share values."
Recruiting firms help universities attract foreign students
Dr. Karl Markgraf, Center for International Education, was quoted in the April 16 Leader-Telegram article "Recruiting firms help universities attract foreign students."
Student lobbies for anti-bullying legislation
UW-Eau Claire student Courtney Brown was interviewed for the March 28 WQOW-TV story "Student lobbies for anti-bullying legislation."
Veterans face challenges, receive support in transition to college life
Miranda Cross-Schindler, Records and Registration, and student Leslie Pletz were quoted in the April 15 Leader-Telegram article "Veterans face challenges, receive support in transition to college life."
UW officials: We'll learn from UW-La Crosse infractions
Scott Kilgallon, athletics, was quoted in the April 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW officials: We'll learn from UW-La Crosse infractions."
Tensions ease in S. Korea
Student Yeoi Lin was featured in the April 12 Leader-Telegram article "Tensions ease in S. Korea."
Group names 3 finalists for SIUE chancellor's job
Alumna Julie Furst-Bowe was mentioned in the April 10 WQOW News 18 article "Group names 3 finalists for SIUE chancellor's job."
Faculty member interviewed on WQOW-TV about gender gap legislation
Dr. Sanukta Chaudhuri, economics/women’s studies, was interviewed for the April 9 WQOW-TV story about the gender pay gap legislation that recently was repealed in Wisconsin. View video.
Unearthing hidden 'Vernonabilia'
Alumnus Justin Vernon was featured in the April 9 Leader-Telegram article "Unearthing hidden 'Vernonabilia'."
UW System schools pay agencies for international students
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the April 10 Wisconsin State Journal article "UW System schools pay agencies for international students."
Large bear spotted by Irvine Park entrance
Alumnus Ed Culhane was mentioned in the April 10 Chippewa Herald article "Large bear spotted by Irvine Park entrance."
Elk Mound transplant finalist for Alice in Dairyland
Student Sarah Holm and alumnus Doran Holm were featured in the April 10 Chippewa Herald article "Elk Mound transplant finalist for Alice in Dairyland."
Briefcase 04/08/12
The UW-Eau Claire student chapter of the American Marketing Association was mentioned in the April 8 Leader-Telegram article "Briefcase 04/08/12."
Eau Claire man savors 'Jeopardy' appearance despite third-place finish
Alumnus Michael Tvaruzka was featured in the April 5 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire man savors 'Jeopardy' appearance despite third-place finish."
North teacher, U.S. senator bond over love of basketball, education
Alumni Aric Carpenter and Deb Tackmann were quoted in the April 6 Leader-Telegram article "North teacher, U.S. senator bond over love of basketball, education."
Frost could imperil plants, orchards
Alumnus Jerry Harper was quoted in the April 6 Leader-Telegram article "Frost could imperil plants, orchards."
A taste of Austria
Karen Stuber, Event Services, and student Abby Lowenstein were quoted in the April 8 Leader-Telegram article "A taste of Austria."
Political turmoil in Madison, education cuts could complicate UW-EC's chancellor search
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the April 8 Leader-Telegram article "Political turmoil in Madison, education cuts could complicate UW-EC's chancellor search."
Unconventional plays built on sand mining
Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, was quoted in an article titled "Unconventional plays built on sand mining," which was published in the Norway-based publication Upstream, the international oil and gas newspaper, Vol. 17, week 3, Jan. 20, 2012. In the article, Syverson described the geology of frac sand units in western Wisconsin.
2012 Spring Election briefs
Alumna Kerry Kincaid was mentioned in the April 4 Leader-Telegram article "2012 Spring Election briefs."
Volume One Magazine 10th anniversary issue
Many UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff and alumni were featured in the April 5 Volume One Magazine 10th anniversary issue.
Can Drinking Make You Conservative? (and Other Questions About the Public Brain)
Research by Dr. Jeffrey Goodman, psychology, and colleagues recently published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin was the subject of the March 26 Rolling Stone blog post "Can Drinking Make You Conservative? (and Other Questions About the Public Brain).
'Annoying, Offending' Language Online Would Be Crime Under Arizona Bill
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the April 3 ABC News article "'Annoying, Offending' Language Online Would Be Crime Under Arizona Bill."
University employee on 'Jeopardy' Wednesday
Alumnus Michael Tvaruzka was featured in the April 3 Dunn County News article "University employee on 'Jeopardy' Wednesday."
This story was also covered in the April 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Stout employee to appear on 'Jeopardy'."
This story was also covered in the April 4 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Stout employee to appear on 'Jeopardy'."
Bon Iver's Justin Vernon has local ties
Alumni Justin Vernon, Sean Carey and Nick Meyer were featured in the March 4 Dunn County News article "Bon Iver's Justin Vernon has local ties."
Unver consideration: Soft Landings volunteer in running for Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation award
UW-Eau Claire Small Business Administration was mentioned in the March 13 Dunn County News article "Unver consideration: Soft Landings volunteer in running for Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation award."
Five women honored at annual Women of Courage banquet
Lisa Schuetz, University Recreation and Sports Facilities, was mentioned in the April 2 Leader-Telegram article "Five women honored at annual Women of Courage banquet."
Helping fund named for brothers
Former UW-Eau Claire biology faculty member Dr. Kristina Beuning was quoted in the April 3 Leader-Telegram article "Helping fund named for brothers."
Briefcase 04/01/12
Alumna Monica Holtz was mentioned in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Briefcase 04/01/12."
Eau Claire may switch SAGE schools
Alumna Kris Dimock was mentioned in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire may switch SAGE schools."
Pavilion sought for Phoenix Community Garden
Alumnus Andrew Werthmann was mentioned in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Pavilion sought for Phoenix Community Garden."
Hornheads' Kenni Holmen to perform with jazz students
Alumnus Jacob Karkula was quoted in the April 1 Leader-Telegram article "Hornheads' Kenni Holmen to perform with jazz students."
Differences apparent in race between Eau Claire County Board incumbents
Alumnus Gerald Wilkie is mentioned as a candidate in the March 27 Leader-Telegram article "Differences apparent in race between Eau Claire County Board incumbents."
Around Town Briefs 03/29/12
UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education was mentioned in the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "Around Town Briefs 03/29/12."
Local Briefs 3/30/12
Alumni Becky Davis and Heidi Eiopoulus-Taylor were mentioned in the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "Local Briefs 3/30/12."
ECCT opens romantic 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers'
UW-Eau Claire students Caitlin Lloyd, Adam Krajnikconde, Sebastian Armendariz and Evan Lloyd were mentioned in the March 28 Leader-Telegram article "ECCT opens romantic 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.'"
Railing too low on Water Street bridge, UW-Eau Claire student leaders say
Alumna Kerry Kincaid was quoted in the March 28 Leader-Telegram article "Railing too low on Water Street bridge, UW-Eau Claire student leaders say."
North parents group wants equality in Eau Claire high schools
Alumnus Bob Kron was mentioned in the March 29 Leader-Telegram article "North parents group wants equality in Eau Claire high schools."
Outgoing UW-Eau Claire chancellor leaves growing imprint
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was featured in the March 28 Leader-Telegram article "Outgoing UW-Eau Claire chancellor leaves growing imprint."
Business Bytes 03/25/12
Alumni Mike Ritsch, Amy Sexton, Carey Chrouser and Tim Forster was mentioned in the March 25 Leader-Telegram article "Business Bytes 03/25/12."
Local briefs 03/26/12
Student Sarah Holm was mentioned in the March 26 Leader-Telegram article "Local briefs 03/26/12."
Local briefs 03/23/12
Alumna Julie Furst-Bowe was mentioned in the March 23 Leader-Telegram article "Local briefs 03/23/12."
Eau Claire psychologist interweaves therapy and fiber arts
Dr. Ann Futterman Collier, psychology, was featured in the March 18 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire psychologist interweaves therapy and fiber arts."
Women's Business Conference nears
Alumni Karman Briggs, Mickey Judkins and Karen Kraus were mentioned in the March 18 Leader-Telegram article "Women's Business Conference nears."
Canine visits a force for healing at area hospitals
Alumni Dorothy Sorlie and Lynn Frank were mentioned in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Canine visits a force for healing at area hospitals."
North educator first from state inducted in Teachers Hall of Fame
Alumna Deb Tackmann was featured in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "North educator first from state inducted in Teachers Hall of Fame."
Local Briefs 3/16/12
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Local Briefs 3/16/12."
Mild winter, warm March mean lower natural gas bills
UW-Eau Clarie was mentioned in the March 16 Leader-Telegram article "Mild winter, warm March mean lower natural gas bills."
UW-Eau Claire is looking for community volunteers
Blugold Beginnings was featured in the March 31 WQOW News 18 article "UW-Eau Claire is looking for community volunteers."
Fernwood hosts regional Renaissance conference
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 27 Shore News Today article "Fernwood hosts regional Renaissance conference."
Cyberbullying: The Face of the 21st Century Bullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 27 Christian Post article "Cyberbullying: The Face of the 21st Century Bullying."
New smoking ads draw shocked reactions
Dr. Scott Swanson, management and marketing, was quoted in the March 15 WEAU 13 News article "New smoking ads draw shocked reactions."
Geologist explains what may or may not be causing loud booms in Clintonville
Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, was quoted in the March 21 WEAU 13 News article "Geologist explains what may or may not be causing loud booms in Clintonville."
Westminster picks Wisconsin chancellor as 17th president
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was featured in the March 27 Salt Lake Tribune article "Westminster picks Wisconsin chancellor as 17th president."
This story was also covered in the:
This story was also covered in the:
- March 27 WQOW News 18 article "UWEC Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich accepts position in Utah."
- March 27 JS Online "UW-Eau Claire chancellor named to elad Utah school."
- March 27 WEAU 13 News article "Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich accepts position in Utah."
- March 27 MSNBC article "Utah college names UW-Eau Claire chancellor as next president."
- March 27 Standard-Examiner article "Westminster names Wisconsin man as college president."
- March 27 Deseret News article "Westminster College names Brian Levin-Stankevich as 17th president."
- April 2 Utah Business article "Westminster College Names Dr. Brian Levin-Stankevich as Next President."
Business People Twin Cities
Alumna Amy Goering was mentioned in the March 25 Twin Cities.com article "Business People Twin Cities."
UW-Eau Claire's St. Bede lease approved
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the March 22 WEAU 13 News article "UW-Eau Claire's St. Bede lease approved."
This story was also printed in the March 22 Leader-Telegram article "State OKs UW-Eau Claire's lease of former monastery."
This story was also printed in the March 22 Leader-Telegram article "State OKs UW-Eau Claire's lease of former monastery."
Energy Drinks: Just how dangerous?
Dr. Chuck Tomkovick and student Greg Hofman were quoted in the March 21 WEAU 13 News article "Energy Drinks: Just how dangerous?"
2012 Alice in Dairyland Finalist
Student Sarah Holm was featured in the 2012 Alice in Dairyland Finalist list.
When Colleges Dedicate Courts, Squabbles Often Follow
Kimera Way, Foundation, was quoted in the March 17 New York Times article "When Colleges Dedicate Courts, Squabbles Often Follow."
Bike theft on UW-Eau Claire campus nets arrest
UW-Eau Claire's "Bait Bike" program was mentioned in the March 20 WQOW News 18 article "Bike theft on UW-Eau Claire campus nets arrest."
Bid opening for new UWEC Education Building
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the WQOW News 18 article "Bid opening for new UWEC Education Building."
Burning thoughts: Firefighter escapes from being buried by collapsed ceiling
Alumnus John Andersen was featured in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Burning thoughts: Firefighter escapes from being buried by collapsed ceiling."
Traditional Irish band finds niche locally
Alumnus Mike Rambo was March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Traditional Irish band finds niche locally."
Business People Twin Cities
Alumnus Kurt Mueller was mentioned in the March 18 Pioneer Press article "Business People Twin Cities."
An Eau Claire psychologist interweaves therapy and fiber arts to help women explore issues
Dr. Ann Futterman Collier, psychology, was featured in the March 18 Leader-Telegram article "An Eau Claire psychologist interweaves therapy and fiber arts to help women explore issues."
Expert Talks Tips on Stopping Cyber Bullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 14 WDIO article "Expert Talks Tips on Stopping Cyber Bullying."
Patchin's visit to Superior also received coverage in the March 14 Fox 21 News article "Cyber-bullying Expert Stops in Superior."
Patchin's visit to Superior also received coverage in the March 14 Fox 21 News article "Cyber-bullying Expert Stops in Superior."
Making Sense of the Arab Uprisings
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the March 14 WQOW article "UWEC hosts lecture on 'Making Sense of the Arab Uprisings.'"
Social Networking Infiltrates Schools, from Bullying to Crisis Management
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 14 Southern Maryland Online article "Social Networking Infiltrates Schools, from Bullying to Crisis Management."
45th festival brings a taste of 52nd Street to downtown
Robert Baca, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the March 25 Leader-Telegram article "45th festival brings a taste of 52nd Street to downtown."
Session focuses on dark side of 'net
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the March 13 Superior Telegram article "Session focuses on dark side of 'net."
UW-EC professor tabbed to map Olympics marathon course
Dr. Sean Hartnett, geography and anthropology, was featured in the March 18 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC professor tabbed to map Olympics marathon course."
This story was also covered in the:
This story was also covered in the:
- March 20 JS Online article "UW-Eau Claire professor maps Olympic Marathon."
- March 23 Wisconsin Public Radio Headlines.
Assistant chancellor for facilities on WPR special broadcast
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, will be a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Creating Major New Event Facilities in Eau Claire" March 29 to discuss findings of the Clear Vision Eau Claire Community Events Study, and its recommendation for next steps the community should take. The WPR show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, from 7-9 p.m.
Music faculty members on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
Robert Baca and Dr. Ryan Jones, music and theatre arts, will be guests on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" March 23 to discuss the Eau Claire Jazz Festival's "52nd Street" event to be held March 30 on Barstow Street in downtown Eau Claire. The WPR show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, from 5-6 p.m.
Warm savings
Student Shari Sommerville was quoted in the March 16 Leader-Telegram article "Warm savings."
Eau Claire gas prices to get scrutiny
Dr. Ryan Weichelt, geography and anthropology, and Dr. Laura Middlesworth, economics, were mentioned in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire gas prices to get scrutiny."
Luck of The Lads
Alumnus Michael Rambo was featured in the March 15 Leader-Telegram article "Luck of The Lads."
UW-Eau Claire helping pilot teacher assessment program
Dr. Marvin Lynn, College of Education and Human Sciences, was quoted in the March 12 WQOW News 18 story "UW-Eau Claire helping pilot teacher assessment program."
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."
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