News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Keith Karns Big Band
Alumnus Keith Karns was featured in the May 3 Volume One article "Keith Karns Big Band."
Golf: Austin's Wagner wins national title
Student Catherine Wagner was featured in the May 11 Austin Daily Herald article "Golf: Austin's Wagner wins national title."
Students and staff spend last week in old Davies Center
Student Marlayna Greuman and Karen Stuber, assistant director for event services, were quoted in the May 14 WEAU.com article "Students and staff spend last week in old Davies Center."
Students plant pollination station in Phoenix Community Gardens
UW-Eau Claire students were mentioned in the May 14 WEAU.com story "Students plant pollination station in Phoenix Community Gardens."
Task force grapples with UW System cuts
Alumnus Dylan Jambrek was quoted in the May 9 JS Online article "Task force grapples with UW System cuts."
This story was also covered in the May 10 Chicago Tribune article "Task force grapples with UW System cuts."
This story was also covered in the May 10 Chicago Tribune article "Task force grapples with UW System cuts."
Task force will tackle retaining UW System chancellors
Alumna Jo Ann Brandes was quoted in the May 8 JS Online article "Task force will tackle retaining UW System chancellors."
Wisconsin recall election: Which Democrat will face Governor Walker?
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the May7 Christian Science Monitor article "Wisconsin recall election: Which Democrat will face Governor Walker?"
Eau Claire Resident Sue Her Xiong to Speak at Concordia University, St. Paul Commencement
Alumna Sue Her Xiong was featured in the May 7 readMeida article "Eau Claire Resident Sue Her Xiong to Speak at Concordia University, St. Paul Commencement."
Bullying expert speaks at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was mentioned in the May 7 WEAU.com article "Bullying expert speaks at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser."
Mentors find positives in working with at-risk youths
Alumni Will and Becky Green were featured in the May 7 Wisconsin State Journal article "Mentors find positives in working with at-risk youths."
Mother, daughter getting degrees together at UW-Eau Claire
Alumni Sara and Amy Lavin were featured in the May 17 Leader-Telegram article "Mother, daughter getting degrees together at UW-Eau Claire."
Political ads filling airwaves, experts say they could be a difference make
Dr. Chuck Tomkovick, marketing, was quoted in the May 17 WEAU story "Political ads filling airwaves, experts say they could be a difference maker."
Eau Claire's historic buildings on display
Alumnus Dustin Fick was quoted in the May 15 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire's historic buildings on display."
Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation provides needed funds
Bob Baca, music and theater arts, was featured in the May 13 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation provides needed funds."
O'Melveny & Myers Hires Finance and M&A Lawyers from Dewey & LeBoeuf
Alumnus Junaid Chida was mentioned in the May 10 PEHUB article "O'Melveny & Myers Hires Finance and M&A Lawyers from Dewey & LeBoeuf."
Field Report Set a Course for Breakout Debut
Alumni Christopher Porterfield and Justin Vernon were featured in the May 4 Rolling Stone article "Field Report Set a Course for Breakout Debut," written by alumnus Steven Hyden.
UW-Eau Claire students take eye-opening trip to India
Dr. Rama Yelkur, management and marketing, and students Dustin Mitchell and Emily Norgaard and graduate student Heidi Ender were quoted in the May 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students take eye-opening trip to India."
Four have sights set on Walker
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, was quoted in the May 7 Leader-Telegram article "Four have sights set on Walker."
Full steam ahead
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, Julia Diggins, New Student Orientation, and Chris Hessel, Facilities Management, were quoted in the May 6 Leader-Telegram article "Full steam ahead."
UWEC construction, demolition projects disrupt campus life
UW-Eau Claire campus construction was featured in the May 5 Leader-Telegram article "UWEC construction, demolition projects disrupt campus life."
Spectrum West Previews Western Wisconsin Art Tours
B.J. Hollars, English, was mentioned in the April 30 WPR press release "Spectrum West Previews Western Wisconsin Art Tours."
SCO and UW-Eau Claire launch 'virtual data integration' research project
UW-Eau Claire's geography and anthropology department was featured in the May 4 Wisconsin State Cartographer's Office article "SCO and UW-Eau Claire launch 'virtual data integration' research project."
Three controllers named at Kohler
Alumnus Thomas Adler was mentioned in the May 5 Sheboygan Press article "Three controllers named at Kohler."
Local reaction upbeat after dismal April nationwide jobs report
Staci Heidtke, Career Services, was quoted in the May 4 WQOW News 18 article "Local reaction upbeat after dismal April nationwide jobs report."
Heard on the Hill
Dr. Beth Hellwig, Student Affairs, was mentioned in the May 4 LJ World article "Heard on the Hill."
Saint Louis Names Lisa Stone Head Women's Basketball Coach
Alumna Lisa Stone was featured in the May 4 Atlantic10.com article "Saint Louis Names Lisa Stone Head Women's Basketball Coach."
Men, women can be friends, but should they?
Dr. April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, was quoted in the May 4 Canada.com article "Men, women can be friends, but should they?"
Young Artists Series, Chris Bates' Good Vibes at the Artists Quarter May 3
Alumnus Chris Bates was mentioned in the April 30 Jazz Police article "Young Artists Series, Chris Bates' Good Vibes at the Artists Quarter May 3."
Does money and career trump all for young women today?
Student Caitlyn Waegener was quoted in the April 30 Chicago Now article "Does money and career trump all for young women today?"
Fishing opener could be full of surprises, local pro says
Dr. Jason Halfen, chemistry, was featured in the April 29 Chippewa Herald article "Fishing opener could be full of surprises, local pro says."
Interest rates on student loans set to double unless lawmakers act quickly
Kathy Sahlhoff, Financial Aid, was quoted in the April 27 WQOW News 18 article "Interest rates on student loans set to double unless lawmakers act quickly."
Strong man to visit Mosinee
Alumnus Carl Foemmel was featured in the April 26 Wausau Daily Herald article "Strong man to visit Mosinee."
Julie Furst-Bowe introduced as next SIUE chancellor
Alumna Julie Furst-Bowe was featured in the April 27 The Telegraph article "Julie Furst-Bowe introduced as next SIUE chancellor."
University ready to ramp up construction
Construction at UW-Eau Claire was featured in the May 2 WEAU 13 News article "University ready to ramp up construction."
Adrian ready for second chance
UW-Eau Claire men's basketball was mentioned in the May 7 Leader-Telegram article "Adrian ready for second chance."
UWEC construction, demolition projects disrupt campus life
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, Chris Hessel, facilities, and Julia Diggins, new student orientation and student transition, were quoted in the May 5 Leader-Telegram article "UWEC construction, demolition projects disrupt campus life."
Men, women can be friends, but should they?
Dr. April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, was quoted in the May 4 Canada.com article "Men, women can be friends, but should they?"
UW-EC student's recall letter generates discussion in New York Times
Student Mike Brost was featured in the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC student's recall letter generates discussion in New York Times."
Eau Claire metro area recognized
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the May 3 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire metro area recognized."
Acumium Names Christopher Uschan VP of Sales and Marketing
Alumnus Christopher Uschan was featured in the April 24 SF Gate article "Acumium Names Christopher Uschan VP of Sales and Marketing."
Bob Klinker added to Water-Right as dealer program associate
Alumnus Robert Klinker was featured in the April 17 WaterTech article "Bob Klinker added to Water-Right as dealer program associate."
Steve Marsich Promoted To Managing Director, Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin, M&I Wealth Management
Alumnus Steve Marsich was featured in the April 23 MarketWatch article "Steve Marsich Promoted To Managing Director, Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin, M&I Wealth Management."
Puppy trainers helping the blind
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the April 20 WQOW News 18 story "Puppy trainers helping the blind."
Brown named new Pen Park assistant superintendent
Alumna Erin Brown was featured in the April 20 Green Bay Press Gazette article "Brown named new Pen Park assistant superintendent."
Obsession has served Sigrist well
Student Tony Sigrist was featured in the April 20 Post Bulletin article "Obsession has served Sigrist well."
Risk and Reward
Alumni Justin Vernon, Jon Sunde and Jason Sunde were mentioned in the April 19 Minnesota Daily article "Risk and Reward."
Meet the District 833 Superintendent Candidates
Alumna Deirdre Wells was mentioned in the May 5 Woodbury Patch article "Meet the District 833 Superintendent Candidates."
UW-Eau Claire students take eye-opening trip to India
Dr. Rama Yelkur, marketing, Nancy Rasmussen, management, and students Dustin Mitchell and Heidi Ender were quoted in the May 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students take eye-opening trip to India."
Former jazz student Keith Karns brings big band to Eau Claire
Alumnuis Keith Karns was featured in the May 2 Leader-Telegram article "Former jazz student Keith Karns brings big band to Eau Claire."
Pride in Project
Student Matt Carter was quoted and student Corrin Francis Turkowitch was mentioned in the May 1 Leader-Telegram article "Pride in Project."
Will 'emoticon defense' disprove cyberbullying?
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was mentioned in the April 27 Bellingham Herald article "Will 'emoticon defense' disprove cyberbullying?"
This story was also covered in the April 28 The Inquisitr article "Girls Invoke Emoticon Defense In Cyberbullying Case.
This story was also covered in the April 28 The Inquisitr article "Girls Invoke Emoticon Defense In Cyberbullying Case.
FAU's expert: School's reaction helps fight cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was mentioned in the April 25 Sun-Sentinel article "FAU's expert: School's reaction helps fight cyberbullying."
Once More with Feeling(s)
Dr. Jennifer Chapman, music and theatre arts, was quoted in the March 22 Volume One article "Once More with Feeling(s)."
Holmes directing short play at UWEC
Student Sarah Holmes is featured in the April 20 Chippewa Herald article "Holmes directing short play at UWEC."
Will your Social Security lifeline be cut?
Alumni Justin Wichman and Scott Nelson were quoted in the April 29 Leader-Telegram article "Will your Social Security lifeline be cut?"
Step up and serve
Dr. Donna Lehmkuhl, Eclipse, and students Caitlyn Waegener and Malory Peterson were quoted in the April 29 Leader-Telegram article "Step up and serve."
See related photo gallery here.
See related photo gallery here.
Opposites attract: 'Next Fall' play asks audiences what it means to believe
Richard Nimke, music and theater arts, and student J.T. Stocks were quoted in the April 29 Leader-Telegram article "Opposites attract: 'Next Fall' play asks audiences what it means to believe."
S.Carey collaborates, gets electronic on new EP
Alumnus Sean Carey was featured and alumnus Justin Vernon was mentioned in the April 29 Leader-Telegram article "S.Carey collaborates, gets electronic on new EP."
UW-EC class project helps students, developmentally challenged workers
Jerry Kollross, management and marketing, and students Joe Poppe and Alexandra Flores were quoted in the April 26 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC class project helps students, developmentally challenged workers."
California transplant competes for Alice in Dairyland title
Student Sarah Holm was featured in the April 27 Leader-Telegram article "California transplant competes for Alice in Dairyland title."
UW-EC Jazz I premieres Ellington works
UW-Eau Claire Jazz Ensemble I was featured in the April 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Jazz I premieres Ellington works."
Holmes directing short play at UWEC
UW-Eau Claire's department of music and theatre arts was mentioned in the April 20 Chippewa Herald article "Holmes directing short play at UWEC."
The Center of Attention
Mike Rindo, Chancellor's Office, was mentioned in the April 19 Volume One story "The Center of Attention."
A Chancellor's Final Words
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was featured in the April 19 Volume One story "A Chancellor's Final Words."
UW-Stevens Point and UW-Eau Claire students collaborate with composer
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the April 18 Wheeler Report article "UW-Stevens Point and UW-Eau Claire students collaborate with composer."
UW-Eau Clarie finalizes new smoking policy
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich, the University Senate and the Student Senate were mentioned in the April 18 WQOW News 18 story "UW-Eau Clarie finalizes new smoking policy."
This story was also covered in the April 20 WEAU 13 News story "UW-Eau Claire to start enforcing new smoking policy."
This story was also covered in the April 20 WEAU 13 News story "UW-Eau Claire to start enforcing new smoking policy."
Expert on cyberbullying tells educators how to deal with real-case issues
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the April 18 vcstar.com article "Expert on cyberbullying tells educators how to deal with real-case issues."
Interim chancellor named
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich and Interim Chancellor Gilles Bousquet were featured in the April 19 Spectator News article "Interim chancellor named."
This story also was covered in the:
This story also was covered in the:
- April 18 Badger Herald article "Bousquet named UW-Eau Claire interim chancellor."
- April 18 JS Online article "International expert will lead UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 Fox 11 article "International expert will lead UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 WQOW News 18 story "Interim chancellor named for UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 WBAY story "International expert will lead UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 WEAU 13 News story "Bousquet appointed interim UW-Eau Claire chancellor."
- April 18 Madison.com article "International expert will lead UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 Wisconsin State Journal article "On Campus: UW-Madison's international dean to serve as interim chief at UW-Eau Claire."
- April 18 Chippewa Herald article "Bousquet to serve as interim chancellor at UW-Eau Claire."
- April 19 Leader-Telegram article "Interim chancellor excited for challenge."
Historic Neillsville Ballroom Discussed on Spectrum West
Dr. Tulio Rondón, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the April 16 WPR story "Historic Neillsville Ballroom Discussed on Spectrum West."
THE FOUNDERS: Cherry CEO Aims To Clean Up With Car-Wash Service
Alumnus Travis VanderZanden was featured in the April 17 Wall Street Journal article "THE FOUNDERS: Cherry CEO Aims To Clean Up With Car-Wash Service."
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."
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