News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
UW-Eau Claire historic gateway taken down for construction
UW-Eau Claire was mentioned in the June 28 WEAU 13 News article "UW-Eau Claire historic gateway taken down for construction."
UW-Eau Claire conductor participating in international workshop
Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, was featured in the June 27 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire conductor participating in international workshop."
Kids from Wisconsin to performs Friday
Alumnus Mitchell Berg was mentioned in the June 26 Beaver Dam Daily Citizen article "Kids from Wisconsin to performs Friday."
Three finalists announced for job of Eau Claire city manager
Alumnus Dale Peters was mentioned in the June 26 Chippewa Herald article "Three finalists announced for job of Eau Claire city manager."
Construction of new Davies Center continues at UW-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire's new Davies Center was featured in the June 22 WEAU 13 News articles "Construction of new Davies Center continues at UW-Eau Claire."
Survey: 70% of teens hide online behavior from parents
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was quoted in the June 25 CNN Tech article "Survey: 70% of teens hide online behavior from parents."
Kids From Wisconsin Have a Distinct Taste of Muskego
Student Matt Weiss was featured in the June 21 Muskego Patch article "Kids From Wisconsin Have a Distinct Taste of Muskego."
Stepping down a different path
Student Kyle Manley was featured in the June 21 Rosemount TownPages article "Stepping down a different path."
Faculty, students on WPR's 'Spectrum West'
The Summer Sounds series, currently under way at UW-Eau Claire, will be previewed on Wisconsin Public Radio's "Spectrum West" June 22. Dr. Christa Garvey, music and theatre arts, will discuss the concerts and recitals that are part of the series. In addition, UW-Eau Claire social work students Kristina Malec and Emily Miller will discuss their efforts to bring music, memories and magic to local community members with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. The show can be heard on WHWC, 88.3 FM, beginning at 5 p.m. More information.
Camp Alexander offers healthier snacks
Alumna Casey Wick was quoted in the June 19 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Camp Alexander offers healthier snacks."
Gus Macker tournament tells many stories with cast of thousands
Alumna Heidi Arciszewski was quoted in the June 18 Central Wisconsin Hub article "Gus Macker tournament tells many stories with cast of thousands."
Old River Falls landmarks are a breeze for newest cop
Alumnus Paul Jensen was featured in the June 18 River Falls Journal article "Old River Falls landmarks are a breeze for newest cop."
Mayo Clinic Health System names new vice president and chief nursing officer
Alumna Pam White was featured in a Mayo Clinic Health System news release "Mayo Clinic Health System names new vice president and chief nursing officer."
UW-Eau Claire's Wisconsin Youth Success Program kicks off
The WYSP program was featured in the June 12 WEAU article "UW-Eau Claire's Wisconsin Youth Success Program kicks off."
Summer Sounds Series to be Previewed on Spectrum West
Several UW-Eau Claire faculty are mentioned in the June 18 WPR Eau Claire article "Summer Sounds Series to be Previewed on Spectrum West."
Romney visits WI, party leaders on both sides upbeat heading to Nov.
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the June 18 WEAU 13 News story "Romney visits WI, party leaders on both sides upbeat heading to Nov."
Neighbors start memorial garden
Dr. Barbara Lozar, a UW-Eau Claire psychology professor who passed away last year, was featured in the June 15 Leader-Telegram article "Neighbors start memorial garden."
W&L Promotes Faculty Members to Full, Associate Professorships
Alumnus Julie Woodzicka was featured in the June 15 Washington and Lee University news release "W&L Promotes Faculty Members to Full, Associate Professorships."
Ex-Negro Leagues players share challenges, successes of their careers
UW-Eau Claire was featured in the June 14 Leader-Telegram article "Ex-Negro Leagues players share challenges, successes of their careers."
Baker Tilly Names Twelve New Partners
Alumna Nicki Donlon was mentioned in the June 14 BakerTilly.com article "Baker Tilly Names Twelve New Partners."
UW-Eau Claire summer camp makes science fun
Blugold Beginnings STEM was featured in the June 13 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire summer camp makes science fun."
UPDATE: WEAU helps guide dog finds new home in Eau Claire
Dr. Katherine Schneider (emerita), Counseling Services, was featured in the June 13 WEAU story "UPDATE: WEAU helps guide dog finds new home in Eau Claire."
GMA anchor announces she has rare blood disorder
Dr. Asha Sen, English, was quoted in the June 11 WQOW story "GMA anchor announces she has rare blood disorder."
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire American Football Blugolds Beat Limerick Vikings 58-2 in Celtic Classic V in Ireland
UW-Eau Claire football was featured in the June 11 CoachBook article "University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire American Football Blugolds Beat Limerick Vikings 58-2 in Celtic Classic V in Ireland."
BioLife Plasma Services products get boost from new Eau Claire site
Students Chi Ab Vang and Eric Christenson were quoted in the June 9 Leader-Telegram article "BioLife Plasma Services products get boost from new Eau Claire site."
Our view: Public square concept worth pursuing
Student Karissa Zastrow was quoted in the June 8 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Our view: Public square concept worth pursuing."
Laura Caviani With Jeremy Boettcher and Mac Santiago at Jazz Central, June 18th
Alumnus Jeremy Boettcher was mentioned in the June 7 Jazz Police article "Laura Caviani With Jeremy Boettcher and Mac Santiago at Jazz Central, June 18th."
Scott Walker: What's next for GOP's new supernova?
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the June 7 Christian Science Monitor article "Scott Walker: What's next for GOP's new supernova?"
Chief nursing officer to retire
Alumnus Lynn Frank was featured in the June 6 Leader-Telegram article "Chief nursing officer to retire."
Self-injury and Disordered Eating: Expressing Emotion Dysregulation Through the Body
Dr. Jennifer Muehlenkamp, psychology, was a contributing author to the recently published paper "Self-injury and Disordered Eating: Expressing Emotion Dysregulation Through the Body."
NobleHour Sponsors the Inaugural Upper Midwest Civic Engagement Summit
Speakers from UW-Eau Claire were mentioned in the June 6 SF Gate article "NobleHour Sponsors the Inaugural Upper Midwest Civic Engagement Summit."
Gibson recalls tenure fondly, looks ahead
Alumnus Matt Gibson was featured in the June 6 Brookfield Now article "Gibson recalls tenure fondly, looks ahead."
Fifth Third ups Milwaukee presence
Alumnus Eric Thomas was featured in the June 6 Business Journal article "Fifth Third ups Milwaukee presence."
'High' volume of absentee voters at the polls as recall election draws closer
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the June 5 WEAU article "'High' volume of absentee voters at the polls as recall election draws closer."
Wisconsin recall: a big deal for GOP conservatives, not just Scott Walker (+video)
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, was quoted in the June 5 Christian Science Monitor article "Wisconsin recall: a big deal for GOP conservatives, not just Scott Walker (+video)."
New Dean is Alumna
Dr. Kristine Retherford, communication sciences and disorders, was featured in the June 4 Minnesota State University-Mankato release "New Dean is Alumna."
Craig Aderhold of Heartland Business Bank Named Financial Services Champion by SBA
Alumnus Craig Aderhold was featured in the June 4 Marketwatch article "Craig Aderhold of Heartland Business Bank Named Financial Services Champion by SBA."
New rules to make travel to Cuba easier for Americans
Alumnus Carole Halberg was featured in the June 3 Leader-Telegram article "New rules to make travel to Cuba easier for Americans."
With retirement nearing, Welker reflects on 24 years as judg
Alumnus James Welker was featured in the June 2 Gazette Xtra article "With retirement nearing, Welker reflects on 24 years as judge."
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire vs. University of Limerick Vikings Press Release
Blugold football was featured in the June 1 Double Coverage article "University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire vs. University of Limerick Vikings Press Release."
'Myrtletown Makers' open their studios
Alumni Shannon Sullivan and David Zdrazil were mentioned in the June 1 Times-Standard article "'Myrtletown Makers' open their studios."
Paralegal program to start at UWMC in the fall
Alumnus James Tewes was quoted in the May 31 Wausau Daily Herald article "Paralegal program to start at UWMC in the fall."
Students Experience the Geology of Peru First Hand
Student Joel Helminiek was pictured in the May 31 News From the Helm article "Students Experience the Geology of Peru First Hand."
Tsengchoua Lee's UW-Eau Claire Story (in Hmong) w/Captions
Student Tsengchoua Lee was featured in the May 31 YouTube video "Tsengchoua Lee's UW-Eau Claire Story (in Hmong) w/Captions."
Holm receives study abroad scholarship
Student Erika Holm was mentioned in the May 30 Dunn County News article "Holm receives study abroad scholarship."
Regents to honor winners of 2012 Academic Staff Awards for Excellence
Donna Weber, Human Resources, was featured in the May 30 UW System News release "Regents to honor winners of 2012 Academic Staff Awards for Excellence."
Health-based Cookbook Written by UW-Stout Grad to be discussed on Spectrum West
Dr. Phil Ostrander, music and theatre arts, was mentioned in the May 30 WPR-Eau Claire article "Health-based Cookbook Written by UW-Stout Grad to be discussed on Spectrum West."
UW-Eau Claire emptying out old Davies Center with surplus sale
The surplus sale currently under way in the old Davies Center was the subject of the May 30 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire emptying out old Davies Center with surplus sale."
UW-Eau Claire exhibit highlights Negro Leagues
Greg Kocken, McIntyre Library, was mentioned in the May 29 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire exhibit highlights Negro Leagues."
Drum roll please: Carl Meincke retires from Hudson School Distric
Alumnus Carl Meincke was featured in the May 29 Hudson Star-Observer article "Drum roll please: Carl Meincke retires from Hudson School District."
UW-Eau Claire emptying out old Davies Center with surplus sale
UW-Eau Claire's surplus sale was mentioned in the following articles:
- May 29 WEAU article "UW-Eau Claire emptying out old Davies Center with surplus sale."
- May 29 Leader-Telegram article "Davies Center surplus items being sold."
A historic home run
Kati Tvaruzka and Greg Kocken, McIntyre Library, were quoted in the May 29 Leader-Telegram article "A historic home run" about the McIntyre Library exhibit, "Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience," currently on display. Tvaruzka and Kocken also were guests on WEAU-TV May 29 to discuss the exhibit.
Vandalism mars donation event
Kate Hartsel, Housing and Residence Life sustainability coordinator, was quoted in the May 29 Leader-Telegram article "Vandalism mars donation event."
3 to vie for Jefferson County fairest title
Student Tera Gross was mentioned in the May 25 WD Times article "3 to vie for Jefferson County fairest title."
New Richmond Hall of Fame selects inaugural inductees
Alumnus Tom Tjader was mentioned in the May 25 New Richmond News article "New Richmond Hall of Fame selects inaugural inductees."
Retiring teacher, molded good students, citizens
Alumnus David Lyle Holm was featured in the May 23 Baraboo Republic article "Retiring teacher, molded good students, citizens."
New Davies Student Center will run completely on renewable energy
Student Tyrel Zich was quoted in the May 23 WEAU story "New Davies Student Center will run completely on renewable energy."
Eau Claire Area School District names interim superintendent
Alumnus Dr. Terrance Sheridan was featured in the May 22 WEAU story "Eau Claire Area School District names interim superintendent."
Groups Urge Balance Between Censoring, Stopping Bullies
Dr. Justin Patchin, criminal justice, was quoted in the May 22 Education Week article "Groups Urge Balance Between Censoring, Stopping Bullies."
Nathaniel Shuda column: Skeptic now a Twitter convert
Alumnus Nathaniel Shuda authored the May 21 Wisconsin Rapids Tribune article "Nathaniel Shuda column: Skeptic now a Twitter convert."
Eau Claire student makes a difference in her community
Student Samantha Lepinski was featured in the May 21 Inside Eau Claire article "Eau Claire student makes a difference in her community."
UW president picks Eau Claire search committee
Chancellor Brian Levin-Stankevich was mentioned in the May 20 WEAU story "UW president picks Eau Claire search committee."
UW-EC awards first doctor of nursing practice degrees
Dr. Linda Young, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Dr. Debra Jansen, associate dean of nursing, Dr. Mary Zwygart-Stauffacher, director of graduate nursing programs, and alumni Drs. Paula Hensel and Kathryn Olson were quoted in the May 20 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC awards first doctor of nursing practice degrees."
Program encourages re-use of students' items
Deb Newman, Housing Residence Life, and student Ava Gretzinger were mentioned in the May 19 Leader-Telegram article "Program encourages re-use of students' items."
McGregor businesses fear effects of truck traffic
Dr. Kent Syverson, geology, was quoted in the May 19 The Gazette article "McGregor businesses fear effects of truck traffic."
Impact of voting residency changes on college students
Student Sam Milewsky was quoted in the May 18 WQOW News 18 article "Impact of voting residency changes on college students."
Best Buddies event to honor an extraordinary friendship
The UW-Eau Claire Best Buddies program was mentioned in the May 18 JS Online article "Best Buddies event to honor an extraordinary friendship."
UW-Eau Claire breaks ground on new education building
Groundbreaking for the new education building was featured in the May 18 WEAU story "UW-Eau Claire breaks ground on new education building."
Video from legislative Task Force meeting on UW System restructuring
Alumnus Dylan Jambrek was mentioned in the May 18 UW-Superior news release "Video from legislative Task Force meeting on UW System restructuring."
Anthony Reed to perform vocal recital
Alumnus Anthony Reed was featured in the May 18 Echo Press article "Anthony Reed to perform vocal recital."
John Casper: Dirks thrilled to be back on course
Alumnus Josh Dirks was featured in the May 18 LaCrosse Tribune article "John Casper: Dirks thrilled to be back on course."
Blazer Softball Announces New Head Coach
Alumna Rachael Click was featured in the May 15 CSB Blazers news release "Blazer Softball Announces New Head Coach."
Nate Babcock Added to Laker Basketball Coaching Staff
Alumnus Nate Babcock was featured in the May 16 GVSULakers.com article "Nate Babcock Added to Laker Basketball Coaching Staff."
Jobs report 'unclear,' release time questioned by Eau Claire Economist
Dr. Ed Young (emeritus), economics, was quoted in the May 16 WEAU.com story "Jobs report 'unclear,' release time questioned by Eau Claire Economist."
Understanding your credit score and how it is determined
Student Jackson Hinck was featured in the May 16 WEAU.com story "Understanding your credit score and how it is determined."
UW-Eau Claire partners in The Confluence Project
UW-Eau Claire and its partners in the downtown Confluence Project were featured in the following recent Leader-Telegram articles:
- Confluence Project a game-changer for city
- UW-EC, developer unveil plan for downtown dorm, performing arts center
- New downtown dormitory could appeal to arts students
- Businesses react to plan for downtown dormitory and arts center
- Flexibility sought in downtown performing arts center
- Downtown redevelopment plan unveiled
- $85 million "Confluence Project" coming downtown [UPDATED]
Ward sets sights on Flames' vacant coaching post
Alumnus Troy Ward was mentioned in the May 15 Calgary Herald article "Ward sets sights on Flames' vacant coaching post."
Former runner creates profile of Olympic route
Dr. Sean Hartnett, geography, was featured in the May 14 JS Online article "Former runner creates profile of Olympic route."
About People for Monday, May 14, 2012
Alumnus Mark White was mentioned in the May 14 LaCrosse Tribune article "About People for Monday, May 14, 2012."
Biz Buzz for May 14, 2012
Alumnus Peter Young was mentioned in the May 14 Duluth News Tribune article "Biz Buzz for May 14, 2012."
UW System honors students for essays on value of liberal education
Student Greg Nelson was mentioned in the May 10 UW System news release "UW System honors students for essays on value of liberal education."
University's Student Research Day bigger than ever
Dr. Karen Havholm, assistant vice chancellor for research, and student Greg Nelson were quoted in the May 8 Inside Eau Claire article "University's Student Research Day bigger than ever."
Spring Awakening
Students Lauren Anderson and Molly Wilson were quoted in the May 3 Volume One article "Spring Awakening."
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."
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