UW-Eau Claire grad returns to town for wrestling show

 Alumnus Ryan Bucki returns to Eau Claire as a professional wrestler for a show on Saturday, Oct. 26. See details.
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Speaker seeks to dispel myths about feminism

Feminist author Jessica Valenti addressed a crowd in Schofield Auditorium as part of the 72nd annual Forum Series on Wednesday, Oct. 23. See full story from the Leader-Telegram.
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Athlete of the Month

Sophomore Ryan Mugan, men's cross country, has been named the Blugold Athlete of the Month. See story on Sheboygan Press Online.
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Council gives $5M thumbs up to Confluence Project arts center

The Eau Claire City Council has voted to pledge $5M to the Confluence Project. See Leader-Telegram and Volume One coverage of this development.
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The problem with the term 'cyberbullying'

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Toronto Globe and Mail story titled "The problem with the term 'cyberbullying.'"
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Supporters, critics weigh in on proposal

Max Garland, English, and sophomore Paul Savides are quoted in the Oct. 22 Leader-Telegram article "Supporters,critics weigh in on proposal."
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City hears public discussion on Confluence Project pledge

Jacob Wrasse, Student Senate, is featured in the Oct. 21 WEAU-TV story "City hears public discussion on Confluence Project pledge"
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Student Health Service Center celebrates 75 years

UW-Eau Claire’s Student Health Service is featured in the Oct. 21 WQOW-TV story ”Student Health Service Center celebrates 75 years.”
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College Volleyball: Blugold senior racking up huge kill numbers

Senior Kelly Schuh is featured in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram article "College Volleyball: Blugold senior racking up huge kill numbers." Coach Kim Wudi is also quoted in the story.
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Inspiring author comes to town

The Leader-Telegram reports that feminist writer Jessica Valenti will be speaking at UW-Eau Claire as part of The Forum series this Wednesday, Oct. 23. See details.
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Training helps teachers bring classrooms alive

Dr. James Oberly and Dr. Patricia Turner, history, are quoted in the Oct. 20 Leader-Telegram story "Training helps teachers bring classrooms alive."
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Indie rock band members perform with passion

Alumnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir performed sold-out shows Oct. 19 and 20 at UW-Eau Claire's Schofield Auditorium. See full story in the Oct. 21 Leader-Telegram.
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Astronomy Update: Extraterrestrial life can be tiny

Dr. Lauren Likkel, physics and astronomy, has compiled the most recent installment of "Astronomy Update," found in the Oct. 19 edition of the Leader-Telegram.
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Ticks bearing Lyme disease rampant in Wisconsin

Recent faculty/student research conducted by Dr. Lloyd Turtinen, biology, is featured in the Oct. 17 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story "Ticks bearing Lyme disease rampant in Wisconsin," and Turtinen was interviewed Oct. 18 on the Wisconsin Public Radio show "Central Time." The research also is featured in a story from the Associated Press carried by numerous media outlets, including the following:
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Perry talks about the importance of place in his writing

Alumnus Michael Perry and Paul Kaldjian, geography and anthropology, are featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram article "Perry talks about the importance of place in his writing."
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Wisconisn Democrats pitch 'Higher Ed, Lower Debt' student loan relief bill

Alumnus Sara Graves is quoted in the Oct. 17 Capital Times story "Wisconisn Democrats pitch 'Higher Ed, Lower Debt' student loan relief bill."
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Minors attempting to buy alcohol in Wisconsin could face a steep penalty

Jake Wrasse, Student Senate, is featured in a Oct. 17 WQOW story discussing the "Brown Jug Bill" and the possible impact on students. See full report.
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UW-EC graduate composes music for local concert

Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science, and alumnus Andy Neesley are featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram story "A tune of his own: UW-EC graduate composes music for local concert."
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Cyberbullying expert Patchin in the news following arrests in Florida suicide

Justin Patchin, political science faculty member and internationally known expert on cyberbullying issues, has been interviewed by numerous national and international media following the recent news story about the arrests of two Florida girls, ages 12 and 14, accused of bullying another 12-year-old girl until she committed suicide. Patchin was quoted in the following news stories stemming from the Florida case:
Patchin also was interviewed for an Oct. 16 Student Press Law Center story about proposed anti-bullying legislation in Wisconsin, "Wisconsin legislators consider anti-bullying bill banning 'annoying' speech."

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Making politics exciting in the classroom

Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, and senior Antonia Cadwell are featured in the Oct. 16 WEAU-TV story "Making politics exciting in the classroom."
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Homecoming celebration tame compared to years past

Both the Leader-Telegram and WQOW report that arrests and citations were down significantly over this year's UW-Eau Claire Homecoming weekend.
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Shutdown impact on G.I.Bill funding

Miranda Cross-Schindler, Registrar's Office, and UW-Eau Claire student Shanyn Ambrozaitis are featured in the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV story "Shutdown impact on G.I. Bill funding."
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A new take on classical

The trio Chiaroscuro, featuring Drs. Elizabeth and Aurélien Pétillot, music and theater arts, was the subject of the Oct. 13 HispanicBusiness.com article "A new take on classical."
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Today's technology not the problem when it comes to cyberbullying

Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Oct. 11 Illinois Journal Gazette & Times-Courier article "Speaker: Today’s technology not the problem when it comes to bullying."
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Teenagers share faith on the field

UW-Eau Claire students Olivia Gallager and Luke Zwiener were pictured in the Oct. 11 Leader-Telegram story "Teenagers share faith on the field."
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Shooting to Win

UW-Eau Claire photographer Rick Mickelson, Learning and Technology Services, was featured in the Oct. 10 Volume One story "Shooting to Win." See related news release.
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UW-Eau Claire grad puts together 'sound installation' project

Alumnus Davy Sumner was featured in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire grad puts together 'sound installation' project." The project also was the subject of the Oct. 10 Volume One story "Hear in There."
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Education fair helps students sift through all of the options

Jason Mathwig, admissions, and Becky Lasure, financial aid, are featured in the Oct. 8 WEAU-TV story "Education fair helps students sift through all of the options."
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Henderson earns WIAC honor

Sophomore Caroline Henderson has been named the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) women's soccer player of the week. See story from Duluth Northland News.
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Alumnus receives teaching excellence award

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Valerie Mumm-Jansen, world language professor at UW-Fond du Lac, as been awarded the 2013 UW Colleges Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching for Faculty. See full story.
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More than 500 petition Eau Claire to allow beekeeping

Alumni Drew Kaiser and Ellen Sorenson are quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram article "More than 500 people petition Eau Claire to allow beekeping." The same story ran in the Oct. 9 Pioneer Press online and was covered by WEAU-TV.
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UW-Eau Claire senior is semifinalist for national scholar-athlete award

Senior Nick Hirsh is one of 170 nominiees from across the country for the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete Award. See full story.
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Frac sand health fears rise as mining booms in Wisconsin

Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, and Dr. Kent Syverson, geology are quoted in the Appleton Post Crescent online story titled "Frac sand health fears rise as mining booms in Wisconsin."   The same story appears in the Oct. 7 Chippewa Herald.
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Joe Ziemer: Years have been kind to Eaves, Blugolds, Hobbs

Former Blugold men's hockey coach Mike Eaves, is featured in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram story "Joe Ziemer: Years have been kind to Eaves, Blugolds, Hobbs."
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Transit group changes proposed

The Eau Claire Tansit Commission is considering expanding in order to create a seat for a UW-Eau Claire student representative. Appromiatley a third of city bus riders are students, and this ridership is currently unrepresented on the commission. See Leader-Telegram story.
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UW-EC homecoming: Rowdy partying a thing of past

Lt. Jay Dobson, University police, is quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC homecoming: Rowdy partying a thing of the past."
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Planned UW-EC volunteer program designed to keep inebriated students out of the Chippewa River

UW-Eau Claire students Sarah Tyrell, Lauren Stinson and Naomi Robinson are quoted in the Oct. 6 Leader-Telegram story titled "Planned UW-EC volunteer program designed to kepp inebreated students out of the Chippewa River." Dr. Beth Hellwig, student affairs, is also quoted in the story.
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Athletes Away: Mugan helps UWEC CC team

The Sheboygan Press features sophomore Ryan Mugan in the Oct. 2  story "Athletes Away: Mugan helps UWEC CC team."
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UW-EC grad searching for clues about human evolution in Africa

Alumnus Sarah Ivory is featured in the Oct. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC grad searching for clues about human evolution in Africa."
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Cyberbullying expert visits WDP schools

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, will be speaking at West De Pere High School tonight, Oct. 3. See details.
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Max Garland to read from poetry collection at festival

The Reedsburg Times-Press reports that Wisconsin Poet Laureate Max Garland, English, will read his poetry and discuss the importance of poetry at the Fermentation Fest on Oct. 5. See details.
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UW-EC professor renowned for study of sexuality

Professor emeritus Dr. J. Kenneth Davidson Sr., sociology, and his groundbreaking research of human sexuality are the subject of a Sept. 30 Leader-Telegram story titled "UW-EC professor renowned for study of sexuality." Davidson passed away on Sept. 1 in Texas.
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Students map futures at UW-EC career event

UW-Eau Claire alumni Jeff Staffe, David Meica and Kyle Edgar are featured in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Look Ahead: Students map futures at UW-EC career event."
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UW-Eau Claire student excels in computer science competition

Travis Boettcher is featured in a story from the website Contact Center Solutions Industry News, regarding his recent win at a computer science programming competition. See full story.
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Volcano Choir gives Pabst a phenominal night of music

Alumnnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir are featured in the Sept. 29 review from the Milwukee Journal Sentinal.
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Longtime financial adviser Connie Chumas retires

John Bachmeier, alumni relations, is quoted in the Sept. 28 Leader-Telegram article titled "Longtime financial adviser Connie Chumas retires." Chumas was the 2001 recipient of the Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award. See related news release.
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Father-daughter combo head into their final chapter

Former UW-Eau Claire women's tennis coach Tom Gillman and his daughter, senior Katie Gillman, are the subject of an article from the Sept. 26 Red Wing Republican Eagle titled "Father-daughter combo head into their final chapter."
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Retired professor keeps musical passion alive

Paul Kosower (emeritus), music and theatre arts, is featured in the Sept. 26 Leader-Telegram story "Retired professor keeps musical passion alive."
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Marching to a New Beat: Blugold Marching Band set to perform chart-toppers this season

Dr. Randal Dickerson, music and theatre arts, is featured in the Sept. 25 Leader-Telegram article "Marching to a New Beat: Blugold Marching Band set to perform chart-toppers this season."
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Research shows uptick of Lyme disease in Chippewa Valley

Student researcher Alyssa Kruger and biology professor Dr. Lloyd Turtinen are featured in the Sept. 25 WQOW story "Research shows uptick of Lyme Disease in the valley."
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Cause of Water Street fire that killed two students remains unknown

The Leader-Telegram reports on Sept. 25 the cause of the Water St. fire that claimed the lives of UW-Eau Claire students Ross Livermore and Jacob Clarkson remains unknown. Read full story.
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Challenges ahead for expanding Elgin Harvest Market

Sophomore Zoe Clemmons is featured in the Sept. 24 story from the Chicago Sun-Times titled "Challenges ahead for expanding Elgin Harvest Market," in which Clemmons discusses her marketing and sustainability research of the seasonal outdoor Harvest Market in Elgin, Ill.
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Biology researchers study deer ticks and the bacteria that causes Lyme disease

Dr. Lloyd Turtinen, biology, and his students Madeline Hacker ('12) and Alyssa Kruger are featured in an article from the Sept. 24 Sawyer County Record titled "Biology researchers study deer ticks and the bacteria that causes Lyme disease."
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UW-Eau Claire & Ho-Chunk Nation 'Living and Learning' together

Chancellor James Schmidt and the President of the Ho-Chunk Nation have signed a memorandum of intent to collaborate in various educational opportunities, including a living and learning community at the Priory. See the following coverage of this event:

WEAU-TV: UW-Eau Claire & Ho-Chunk Nation 'Living and Learning' together
Leader-Telegram: UW-EC, Ho-Chunk Nation sign deal to pursue collaboration
Milwaukee BizTimes: UW-Eau Claire and Ho-Chunk Nation sign deal to pursue collaboration
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The Legacy of F. Scott Fitzgerald

Sept. 24 is the birthday of F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Dr. Joel Pace, English, was featured in a broadcast celebration of the famous author on 90.3 KFAI-Minneapolis/St. Paul. Listen to the archived broadcast.
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20 under 40 Q&A: Amanda Bruce

UW-Eau Claire molecular biology grad Amanda Bruce is featured in the Sept. 19 Duluth News Tribune in a Q&A about her career as a veterinarian. See full column.
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UWEC and food bank bring hunger awareness to Eau Claire

Dr. Mary Canales, nursing, was interviewed by WEAU-TV about the screening of the film "A Place at the Table" on Sept. 23 at Davies Center. Watch the video.
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Vernon, JAMF founder trumpet support for Confluence Project

Chancellor James Schmidt, along with alumni Justin Vernon and Zach Halmstad, held a press conference at Volume One on Sept. 19 to discuss their support of the Confluence Project in downtown Eau Claire.
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Astronomy Update: Eau Claire Planet Walk informs, entertains

Alumna Laura Michaelson has contributed the most recent Astronomy Update to the Sept 20 Leader-Telegram, titled "Eau Claire Planet Walk informs, entertains."
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Life story: Morgan one of Blugolds' best

Blugold Hall of Famer Bob Morgan is featured in the Sept. 22 Leader-Telegram story "Life story: Morgan one of Blugolds' best." Morgan passed away last week at the age of 81.
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Speaker to Address Human Rights

Dr. Sanjukta Chaudhuri, economics, is featured in the Racine Journal Times in the Sept. 21 story about her upcoming speaking appearance at the Oct. 5 meeting of the AMerican Association of University Women. Read more about her presentation, "A Life Course Model of Human Rights Realization, Female Ampowerment and Gender Inequality in India." 
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Helping with Hunger

Mary Canales, nursing, is featured in the  Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram story titled "Hunger Strikes Home" and the Sept. 12 Volume One article "Helping with Hunger." Canales discusses her research about hunger in the Chippewa Valley and the upcoming film screening at UW-Eau Claire of the documentary "A Place at the Table," which highlights the struggles of 50 million Americans facing hunger.
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Sonoma State University project surveys residents on climate change opinion

Eric Jamelske, economics, is featured in the Sept. 19 story from the Sonoma Press Democrat titled "Sonoma State University project surveys residents on climate change opinion."
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UW-Eau Claire alum writes novel about life in Colombia

2001 graduate Alan Grostephan is featured in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram piece "Life Changing Course: UW-Eau Claire alum writes novel about life in Colombia."  Grostephan and fellow alumni Darci Schummer and Jillian Phillips will present a reading at UW-Eau Claire on Sept. 25. See related calendar posting.
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Local historian Frank Smoot to work at museum on West Coast

UW-Eau Claire alumnus and reknowned storyteller Frank Smoot is featured in the Sept. 19 Leader-Telegram article "Local historian Frank Smoot to work at museum on West Coast."
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UWEC's job board connects campus and community through jobs for students

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, and student Katie Leloenek are featured in the Sept. 17 WEAU-TV story "UWEC's job board connects campus and community through jobs for students."
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On the Cover

Senior illustration major Katie Jelich is featured in the "On the Cover" story from Volume One on Sept. 12, describing her cover art for this edition of the magazine.
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UW-EC among leading schools

The Leader-Telegram reports on Sept. 15 that UW-Eau Claire was recently recongnized by two organizations for providing studnets with a high-quality education at an affordable cost. See details.
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California school district monitors kids' social media for cyberbullying

Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in a Sept. 15 story from Southern California Public Radio, 89.3 KPCC, about cybercullying. See story.
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Citizen summit gathers to find way to improve Eau Claire

Senoir Drew Gintner is quoted in the Sept. 12 WQOW-TV story "Citizen summit gathers to find ways to improve Eau Claire."
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High-tech sector remains healthy in Chippewa Valley

Alumnus Zach Halmstad and JAMF Software are profiled in the Sept. 15 HispanicBusiness.com article "High-tech sector remains healthy in Chippewa Valley."
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UW-Eau Claire assistant professor receives $750,000 grant

Dr. Matt Jewell, materials science center, as been awarded a 5-year $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. See full story from WEAU-TV.
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Cuba on the Big Screen

Dr. Manuel Fernández, foreign languages, and professor emeritus of English, Michael Hilger, are featured in the Sept. 12 Volume One story "Cuba on the Big Screen." The piece highights a Cuban film fest hosted by the L.E.  Phillips Memorial Public Library.
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Turning tables on food insecurity in the Chippewa Valley

UW-Eau Claire students Drew Hagen and Renee Papesh are featured in the Sept. 11 report from WQOW-TV titled "Turning tables on food insecurity in the Chippewa Valley."
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Darkness and Light: trio shows classical musics's contemporary colors

The Chiaroscuro Trio, made up of music faculty members Aurélien Pétillot, Elizabeth Pétillot and Yuko Kato (of Southern Illinois University Carbondale), is featured in the Sept. 12 Volume One story "Darkness and Light: trio shows classical musics's contemporary colors."
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Alumnus appears on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

UW-Eau Claire alumnus Justin Vernon and the band Volcano Choir were musical guests on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon Sept. 10. Watch prefromance here.
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UWEC makes best colleges report

WEAU-TV reported Sept. 10 that UW-Eau Claire has made the latest US. News and World Report magazine's list of best colleges, tying for fifth place among midwest pubic universities. See full report.
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Fear of airstrike brings Syrians to table, UW-EC professor says

Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was interviewed for an article in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram titled "Fear of airstrike brings Syrians to table, UW-EC professor says."
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Chancellor James Schmidt to be a guest on public radio Sept. 16

Chancellor James Schmidt will be a guest of Rich Kremer's on The West Side on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. on 88.3 WHWC-FM/Menomonie-Eau Claire. Listen to live or archived program.
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'UW Meets EC' gives underclassmen a look at downtown Eau Claire

Julia Diggins, orientation, is featured in the Sept. 7 WQOW-TV story " 'UW Meets EC' gives underclassmen a look at downtown Eau Claire."
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Video conference marks start of UW System president search and screen process

Jake Wrasse, student senate, is quoted in the Sept. 9 article from The Badger Herald titled "Video conference marks start of UW System president search and screen process."
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UW-EC assistant professor receives federal grant

Dr. Matt Jewell, materials science center, and student Jason Luhmann are featured in the Sept. 8 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC assistant prof receives federal grant."
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Chancellor Schmidt speaks about UW-Eau Claire's future

Chancellor James Schmidt was interviewd by WEAU-TV 13 on Sept. 3. Watch full interview here.
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UW-Eau Claire storytellers prepare for the Chippewa Valley Storytelling Festival

Rob Reid, education studies, and August Rubrecht, professor emeritus of English, were interviewd by WQOW Daybreak on Sept. 2. Watch full interview here. The two will also be guests of Al Ross on Spectrum West on 88.3 WHWC-FM/ Menomonie-Eau Claire on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 10:00am. Listen to live or archived show here.
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Justin Vernon going back to Alma Mater for upcoming gig

Hollywood.com reported on Sep. 3 that Justin Vernon will be returning to UW-Eau Claire to perform. See full story and quotes from Vernon.
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Alumnus Kia Kraft coaches Menomonie swim team

UW-Eau Claire alumna Kia Kraft has been named head coach for Menomonie High School girls swimming and diving team. Read full story. Kraft swam for the Blugolds from 2004-2007.
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UW-EC construction to continue through spring semester

Junior Matt Krochmalski and junior Ashley Huberty are quoted in the Sept. 2 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC construction to continue through spring semester." Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is also quoted in the article.
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Buckshot Run: Easker leaves everyone in dust to take 5-mile

UW-Eau Claire All -American runner Aaron Easker easily won the 5-mile race of the Buckshot Run on August 31. See full coverage from Leader-Telegram.
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Former St. Bede's is buzzing

Courtenay O'Neil, Children's Nature Academy, and students Melissa Seidel and Alexis Pingel are quoted in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram story "Former St. Bede's hosts Nature Academy."
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UW-EC students call The Priory home

Seniors Megan Woldt and David Pierce, and sophomore Maya Anderson are featured in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC students call The Priory home." Quincy Chapman, housing and residence life, is also quoted in the story.
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College students, with parents' help, move into dorms

UW-Eau Claire students John Reuter, Shannon Wuensch, and Brady Skifstad are featured in the Aug. 30 Leader-Telegram article titled "College students, with parents' help, move into dorms."
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Top Tale Tellers

Rob Reid, education studies, is featured in an Aug. 29 story from Volume One titled "Top Tale Tellers." The piece profiles the upcoming Storytelling Festival held at UW-Eau Claire Sept. 13-14.
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UWEC Chancellor Would Like to Ask You Something

Chancellor James Schmidt is featsured in an Aug. 29 article from Volume One titled "UWEC Chancellor Would Like to Ask You Something."
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New UW-EC dean from UW-Oshkosh

Dr. Joseph Abhold, dean of students, is featured in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram article "New UW-EC dean from UW-Oshkosh."
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Seven to join Blugold Hall of Fame

Two coaches and five athletes will  join the Blugold Hall of Fame at an induction ceremony on Sept. 28. See full story in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram and related athletics release.
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UW-schools say Obama's college cost reduction plan fits into current practices

Kathy Sahlhoff, financial aid, is featured in an Aug. 23 story on WEAU-TV titled "UW schools say Obama's college cost reduction plan fits into current practices."
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UW-EC chancellor promises faculty, staff no major changes

Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Aug. 20 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC chancellor promises faculty, staff no major changes," coverage of his speech at the annual Blugold Breakfast event on Aug. 20.
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UWEC student published in medical journal for research on football hip injuries

UW-Eau Claire junior, Madeline Johnson, is featured in the Aug. 20 WEAU-TV story "UWEC student published in medical journal for research on football hip injuries."  Dr. Robert Stow, kinesiology, is also featured.
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Holocaust survivor opens UW-EC's 72nd Forum season

The 72nd season of The Forum series will open on Oct. 1 with a presentation by Gerda Weissmann Klein, Holocaust survivor and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. See related release.
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STEM program taking root

Dr.'s  Doug Dunham and Jennifer Dahl, materials science,  are featured along with students Tayo Sanders and Michelle Purdun in the Aug. 18 Leader-Telegram article "STEM program taking root."
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