News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
New chancellor talks first impressions and working together
Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Winter 2014 Chippewa Valley Business Report story "New chancellor talks first impressions and working together."
Face of food insecurity
Sophomore Daneu Tizzi and junior Yetunde Oyeyinka were interviewed for the Jan. 29 WQOW-TV story "Face of food insecurity can be seen on UW-Eau Claire's campus."
Men's hockey: Brothers face off in Blugolds-Blue Devils series
Junior Ross Anderson is featured in the Jan. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Men's hockey: Brothers face off in Blugolds-Blue Devils series."
Despite cold conditions, classes go on at many UW campuses
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, and Jack Kapfer, communication and journalism, are featured in the Jan. 28 story from WEAU-TV "Despite cold conditions, classes go on at many UW campuses." Students Jessalee Simonson, Cory Yohnke and Justin Zollar are also interviewed in the piece.
The topic was also covered in the Jan. 28 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC classes held through cold snap; student reaction mixed." Jodi Thesing-Ritter, student affairs, and students Travis Yaeger, Chris Benavides, Caitlin Shaub, Lauren Gilstrap and Liz Quinn are quoted.
The topic was also covered in the Jan. 28 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC classes held through cold snap; student reaction mixed." Jodi Thesing-Ritter, student affairs, and students Travis Yaeger, Chris Benavides, Caitlin Shaub, Lauren Gilstrap and Liz Quinn are quoted.
Andrew Heiskell Awards: And the winner is?
UW-Eau Claire is featured in the Jan. 27 University World News story "Andrew Heiskell Awards: And the winner is?" The awards are also covered in the follwoing media:
- Jan. 29 ScoopAsia.com story "GCL publishes Franklin University Awarded Honorable Mention in 2014 Andrew Heiskell Awards"
- Jan. 29 LocalXXL.com story "2014 Andrew Heiskell Awards for Innovation in International Education."
- Jan. 28 PIE News story "IIE announces winners of 2014 Heiskell Awards."
- Jan. 27 Free Press Index story "Institute of International Education Announced Winners of the 2014 Andrew Heiskell Awards."
- Jan. 26 Houston Chronicle story "Institute of International Education Announces Winners of the 2014 Andrew Heiskell Awards for Innovation in International Education."
Single Parents & the Struggle to Pay for College
UW-Eau Claire is mentioned in the Jan. 27 Credit.com story about college costs titled "Single Parents & the Struggle to Pay for College."
Anyone who thinks this winter has been unusually cold is quite right
Dr. Analisa DeGrave, foreign languages, is pictured in the Jan. 27 Leader-Telegram story "Anyone who thinks this winter has been unusually cold is quite right."
UIUC Chancellor Subjected To Sexist, Racist Tweets After Campus Stays Open
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Jan. 27 Illinois Public Radio story "UIUC Chancellor Subjected To Sexist, Racist Tweets After Campus Stays Open."
Summit shed light on silica sand
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is quoted in the Jan. 28 Winona Daily News story "Summit shed light on silica sand."
UW System nursing programs hope grant, plan cure a looming shortage of nurses
The Nurses for Wisconsin initiative is featured and Dr. Linda Young, Dr. Rorey Pritchard and Nita Johnson, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and students Nicole Johnson and Bethel Moore are quoted in the following stories about the program:
- Jan. 19 Leader-Telegram story "UW System nursing programs hope grant, plan cure a looming shortage of nurses."
- Jan. 13 WQOW News 18 story "Graduate nurses can receive incentives for becoming an educator."
- Jan. 20 Oshkosh Northwestern article "UW program aims to avert nursing shortage."
Online offering garners acclaim
Dr. Bob Erffmeyer, management and marketing, is quoted in the Jan. 26 Leader-Telegram story "Online offering garners acclaim."
'Klein Hoes' offensive Instagram page triggers cyberbullying lawsuit by parents
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Jan. 25 story from Examiner.com titled "'Klein Hoes' offensive Instagram page triggers cyberbullying lawsuit by parents." The Jan. 24 story from Yahoo!Shine.com also quotes Patchin on the story.
Brackett Avenue road project ideas focus on bikes
Dr. Paul Kaldjian, geography, is quoted in the Jan. 23 Leader-Telegram article "Brackett Avenue road project ideas focus on bikes."
Milwaukee woman donates late husband’s Robert Frost collection to UW-Eau Claire
The Robert Frost collection recently acquired by the UW-Eau Claire Foundation is featured and Greg Kocken, McIntyre Library special collections, Max Garland, English, and/or John Pollitz, McIntyre Library, are quoted in the folowing stories about the collection:
- Jan. 24 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story "Milwaukee man's Robert Frost collection finds home at UW-Eau Claire"
- Jan. 23 Leader-Telegram story "Milwaukee woman donates late husband’s Robert Frost collection to UW-Eau Claire"
- Jan. 22 WEAU News 13 "Today" program interview, "Robert Frost Collection."
- Jan. 22 WQOW News 18 story "UW-Eau Claire new home to rare Robert Frost collection"
- Jan. 17 WEAU News 13 story "Rare Robert Frost collection now at UW-Eau Claire"
- Jan. 16 Wisconsin Public Radio "Central Time" program interview, "UW-Eau Claire Receives Rare Robert Frost Collection"
Chi-Hi volleyball coach Upward steps down after six seasons
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Tim Upward is featured in the Jan. 23 Chippewa Herald article "Chi-Hi volleyball coach Upward steps down after six seasons."
American Heritage: piano prof. produces album of contemporary classics
Nicholas Phillips, music and theatre arts, is featured in the Jan. 23 Volume One story "American Heritage: piano prof. produces album of contemporary classics."
Blugolds Holding Cancer Awareness Night on Wednesday
Coach Tonja Englund, women's basketball, is featured in the WEAU-TV story "Blugolds Holding Cancer Awareness Night on Wednesday."
Classes start in UW-Eau Claire's new Centennial Hall
Dr. Gail Scukanec, education and human services, was interviewed for the Jan. 21 WEAU-TV story "Classes start in UW-Eau Claire's new Centennial Hall."
UW colleges feel the pinch of tuition freeze
Senior Daniel Feldhacker is featured in the Jan. 22, WEAU-TV story "UW colleges feel the pinch of tuition freeze."
Justin Patchin to present at Darlington Schools on cyberbullying January 29
Dr. Justin Patchin, policitcal science, is featured in the Jan. 21 Republican Journal article "Speaker to present at Darlington Schools on cyberbullying January 29."
Experts warn of ultrafine particles resulting from silica sand
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is quoted in the Jan. 21 SCTimes.com article "Experts warn of ultrafine particles resulting from silica sand."
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Community honors civil rights leader's memory at ceremony
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, is mentioned and Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Jan. 20 Leader-Telegram story "Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Community honors civil rights leader's memory at ceremony."
Local volunteers use MLK Day to volunteer
Senior Cassandra Johnston and UW-Eau Claire's ECLIPSE program were featured in the Jan. 20 WEAU 13 News story "Local volunteers use MLK Day to volunteer."
UWEC Men's Hockey Heads Outside
Senior David Donnellan, freshman Jay Leo and sophomore Tyler Green are all featured in the Jan. 20 WQOW story "UWEC Men's Hockey Heads Outside." Head coach Matt Loen is also featured.
UW-EC faculty member releases collaborative CD
Nicholas Phillips, music and theatre arts, is featured in the Jan. 19 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC faculty member releases collaborative CD."
Group puts on ceremony for King
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, is quoted in the Jan. 19 Leader-Telegram story "Group puts on ceremony for King."
UW System nursing programs hope grant, plan cure a looming shortage of nurses
Dr. Linda Young, nursing and health sciences, is quoted in the Jan. 19 Leader-Telegram article "UW System nursing programs hope grant, plan cure a looming shortage of nurses." Nita Johnson, nursing, is pictured along with students Nicole Johnson and Bethel Moore in the story.
City, university negotiating bus contract
UW-Eau Claire student riders on the Eau Claire Transit system are the topic of a Jan. 18 Leader-Telegram story titled "City, university negotiating bus contract."
Choral review: Long-running university show provides quality performance
UW-Eau Claire choral groups are featured in the Jan. 17 Leader-Telegram music review "Long-running university show provides quality performance," about the 36th annual Cabaret production.
Lessons From Colleges That Have Improved Their Students' Success
UW-Eau Claire's successes at improving eventual graduation rates among freshman who are Pell grant recipients are featured in The Chronicle of Higher Education's Jan. 17 article, "Lessons From Colleges That Have Improved Their Students' Success."
The Singing Statesmen perform in Portugal
The Singing Statesmen with conductor Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff are featured in the Jan. 16 story from musiccelbrations.com titled "The Singing Statesmen of the University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire Performs in Portugal."
Yes, Emoji Death Threats Are Admissible in Court
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Jan. 16 post from Mashable titled "Yes, Emoji Death Threats Are Admissible in Court." Patchin is also quoted on this topic in the California site Press-Banner.com in the article titled "Cyber-bullying: On the rise in schools."
Scott Hanson column: And the Oscar nominees should be. . . .
Blugold alumnus Scott Hanson published a column in the Central Wisconsin Hub titled "Scott Hanson column: And the Oscar nominees should be. . . . "
No decision in proposed Waltham sand quarry
Professor emeritus of ethics, Dr. Ronald Koshoshek, is featured in the Jan. 16 Ottowa MyWebTimes.com article "No decision in proposed Waltham sand quarry." Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental health, is quoted in the article.
'Words Wound'
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science/criminal justice, and his new book, "Words Wound," were featured Jan. 15 on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The Kathleen Dunn Show" and in the Jan. 9 Volume One story "Beyond sticks and stones: Professor’s book trains teens to combat cyberbullying."
UW-Eau Claire's 'Cabaret' returns for 36th year
Dr. Gary Schwatzhoff, music and theatre arts, and senior Adam Minten are quoted in the Jan. 15 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire's 'Cabaret' returns for 36th year."
UW-Eau Claire’s Cabaret to be Featured on Spectrum West January 16
Dr. Gary Schwatzhoff, music and theatre arts, will be a guest of Al Ross from Spectrum West from Wisconsin Public Radio on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 10:00 a.m. on 88.3 WHWC-FM/ Menomonie-Eau Claire. Listen to live or archived show here.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy to be Featured on The West Side radio show Jan. 20
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, and Dr. Jesse Dixon, multicultural affairs, will be guests on The West Side with Rich Kremer on Monday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. at 88.3 WHWC-FM/ Menomonie-Eau Claire. Listen to live or archived show here.
Graduate nurses can receive incentives for becoming an educator
Dr. Linda Young and Rory Pritchard, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, are featured in the Jan. 13 WQOW-TV story "Graduate nurses can receive incentives for becoming an educator."
UW-Eau Claire senior part of online support for chronic illness sufferers
Senior Rachel Korinek is featured in the Jan. 10 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire senior part of online support for chronic illness sufferers."
Profitable Protfolios
Eric Jamelske and Laura Middlesworth, economics, and
students Ryan Halliday, Caleb Butera, Oyunsuren
Enkhbat, Jacob Raleigh and Jeremy Schmitt are mentioned in the Jan. 12 Leader-Telegram article "Profitable Portfolios."
Colfax grad Miller gives Blugolds lift
Sophomore Jared Miller is featured in the Jan. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Men's hoops: Colfax grad Miller gives Blugolds lift."
County-wide referendum recommended for Confluence Project
Chancellor James Schmidt is interveiwed in the Jan. 9 WQOW-TV story "County-wide referendum recommended for Confluence Project."
Tasting Tears: UWEC grad's debut novel explores eerie premise
Alumnus Jeff Smieding is featured in the Jan. 9 Volume One story "Tasting Tears: UWEC grad's debut novel explores eerie premise."
New Adventures in Lo-Fi: Wisconsin Built focuses on storytelling
Alumnus Eric Charles Christenson is featured in the Jan. 9 Volume One story "New Adventures in Lo-Fi: Wisconsin Built focuses on storytelling."
Festival Eau Cinema: campus filmmaking contest turns to documentaries
Brodie Haenke, UAC film committee chairperson, is quotes in the Jan. 9 Volume One story "Festival Eau Cinema: campus filmmaking contest turns to documentaries."
First-Ever Citizens Frac Sand Summit Jan. 18 in Winona
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, will be speaking in Winona. See details in the Jan. 9 South Dakota Ag Connection.
Beyond Sticks and Stones
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Jan. 9 Volume One story "Beyond Sticks and Stones."
County committee recommends $3.5 million pledge for Confluence Project
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Jan. 8 Leader-Telegram article "Eau Claire County committee pledges $3.5M to Confluence." The chancellor is also featured in a Jan. 8 story from WQOW-TV.
Blugold Football Fundraiser
Blugold football coach Todd Glaser is featured in the Jan. 7 WEAU-TV story "UW-Eau Claire football program holds 3rd annual "Night of Champions" fundraiser."
Blugold Athlete of the Week
Sophomore Adam Hjelter is featured in the Jan. 7 Hutchinson Leader article "Adam Hjelter earns honor at UW-Eau Claire."
School board candidates to face no challengers in Eau Claire, Altoona
Charles Vue, office of mulitcultural affairs, if featured in the Jan. 7 article "School board candidates to face no challengers in Eau Claire, Altoona; seats contested in Menomonie."
Centennial Hall just the latest in series at new-look UW-EC
Centennial Hall and other campus projects are featured in the Jan. 5 Leader-Telegram editorial "Centennial Hall just the latest in series at new-look UW-EC."
UW-EC design students hone skills working with non-profits
Christos Theo, art and design, and students Amy Schleichert, Serena Wagner and Gina Schemenauer are quoted in the Jan. 5 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC design students hone skills working with non-profits."
With help from donated iPods, nursing home residents discover joy and harmony
Senoir Donna Blume is mentioned in the Jan. 2 Leader-Telegram article "With help from donated iPods, nursing home residents discover joy and harmony."
Robotic legs help wounded warriors walk
Alumnus and military veteran Dan Rose is featured on the Dec. 23 FOX News story "Robotic legs help wounded warriors walk."
Community leaders' contributions remembered
Dr. Jeremy Hein, sociology, and Dr. Scott Lester, management and marketing, are quoted in the Dec. 30 Leader-Telegram article "Community leaders' contributions remembered."
Honors Program students conduct on-campus sustainability projects
Dr. Karen Mumford, Watershed Institute, and students Alicia Swanson, Julian Feiedas, and Casey Bloechl are featured in the Dec. 29 Leader-Telegram story "Honors Program students conduct on-campus sustainability projects."
Other top local stories of 2013: Hotel closing, dramatic rescues, lots of snow, UW campus leadership shuffles
Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the Dec. 29 LEader-Telegram story "Other top local stories of 2013: Hotel closing, dramatic rescues, lots of snow, UW campus leadership shuffles."
Male athlete of the year
Junior Thurgood Dennis is featured in the Dec. 27 Leader-Telegrma story "Male athlete of the year: has four national titles."
Volleyball MVP
Senior Kelly Schuh is profiled in the Dec. 26 Appleton Post Crescent "College Update."
New CA Law: School Officials Can Punish Off-Campus Cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is interviewed in the Dec. 26 Capital Public Radio broadcast "New CA Law: School Officials Can Punish Off-Campus Cyberbullying."
Teens who 'sext' don't dwell on consequences
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Dec. 19 Health Day story "Teens who 'sext' don't dwell on consequences." The story was reprinted by numerous other media, including U.S. News and World Report, the New Jersey Herald, and MNS Healthy Living.
Meet Barry: Broadway performer, a UWEC grad, writes album of original songs
Alumnus Barry Anderson is featured in the Dec. 19th Volume One story "Meet Barry: Broadway performer, a UWEC grad, writes album of original songs."
H'Town Native Krause Named WIAC Athlete of the Week
Junior Joe Krause is featured in the Dec. 16 Northlandnewscenter.com story "H'Town Native Krause Named WIAC Athlete of the Week."
Address brain drain
Senior Karl Lepp has had a letter to the editor published in the Dec. 17 Leader-Telegram. See Voice of the People.
Centennial Hall move-in to start December 27
WEAU-TV reports on Dec. 16 that the move-in to Centennial Hall will begin on Dec. 27. See full story.
Nestle needs met by Blugolds
Dr. Michael Carney, chemistry, and several Blugold alumni are featured in the Dec. 15 Leader-Telegram story "Nestle needs met by Blugolds."
Vice Chancellor David Gessner steps down after 32 years at UW-Eau Claire
David Gessner, budget adn finance, is featured in the Dec. 13 WEAU.com story "Vice Chancellor David Gessner steps down after 32 years at UW-Eau Claire."
Bicyclists ride through winter
Dr. Bob Eierman, chemistry, is quoted in the Dec. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Bicyclists ride through winter."
Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is mentioned in the Dec. 11 Huffington Post article "Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound."
Program compiles neighbors’ compost for UW-EC gardens
Senior Jacob Zinn is featured and Greg Nelson, student office of sustainability is quoted in the Dec. 11 Leader-Telegram story "Program compiles neighbors’ compost for UW-EC gardens."
Frac Sand Mining Citizen's Summit to be held Jan. 18 in Winona
Dr. Cripsin Pierce, environmental health, is mentioned in the Dec. 11 WinonaDailyNews.com sotry "Frac Sand Mining Citizen's Summit to be held Jan. 18 in Winona."
Korea experience sparks Lisa LaBeau's desire to keep traveling
Alumna Lisa LeBeau is featured in the Dec. 11 Hudson Observer story "Korea experience sparks Lisa LaBeau's desire to keep traveling."
Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Dec. 11 Huffinton Post column "Cyberbullies Don't Take Holidays Off: Words Wound."
JAMF Software lands $30M investor
JAMF co-founders and alumni Zach Halmstad and Chip Pearson are featured in several media stories about JAMF Software.
- Dec. 10 Leader-Telegram, "JAMF Software lands $30M investor."
- Dec. 10 Yahoo.com, "How tow IT guys turned their love for Apple products into a Multi- Million company."
- Dec. 10 Volume One, "JAMF stocking stuffed with $30M equity investment."
- Dec. 10, WQOW-TV, "JAMF Software finalizes $30M deal with investors."
Luke Kempen named Interim Director of Small Business Development Center
Luke Kempen is featured in the Dec. 9 article from technology publication TMCnet.com titled "Luke Kempen named Interim Director of Small Business Development Center."
'Far Away' play looks at world of war
UW-Eau Claire students Cassie Kohrs, Laura Schlichting and Seth Hale, along with Jennifer Chapman, music adn theatre arts, are featured in the Dec. 8 Leader-Telegram story "'Far Away' play looks at world of war."
UW-Eau Claire student enters beard-growing contests
Sophomore Eric Schreiner is featured in the Dec. 7 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire student enters beard-growing contests."
Momentum building for Hmong Studies program at UWEC
Dr. Ari Anand, political science, and senior Ong Xiong are featured in the Dec. 6 WQOW-TV story "Momentum building for Hmong Studies program at UWEC."
Local professor reflrcts on Mandela's passing
Dr. Nickolas Smiar, professor emeritus of social work, is featured in the Dec. 5 story from WQOW-TV "Local professor reflects on Mandela's passing."
Building the Song: old tunes find new life with help of basement studio
Alumnus Greg Adams is featured in the Dec. 5 Volume One story "Building the Song: old tunes find new life with help of basement studio."
A Referendum and a Rally: Action on Confluence Project heat up
Chancellor James Schmidt and the Blugold Marching Band are mentioned in the Dec. 5 Volume One article "A Referendum and a Rally."
Partners in Iron: Engaged UW-EC students share love for each other, Ironman triathlon
Seniors Deana Petersen and Anthony Jaglielo are featured in the Nov. 30 Leader-Telegram article titled "Partners in Iron: Engaged UW-EC students share love for each other, Ironman triathlon.
Giving Tuesday comes to the Chippewa Valley
Sophomore Shannen Wisniewski is interviewed in the Dec. 3 WEAU story "Giving Tuesday comes to the ChippewaValley."
Confluence Project Pep Rally
The Blugold Marching band is featured in the Nov. 26 WEAU-TV report "Confluence Project Pep Rally."
UW-Eau Claire food drive brings in nearly 5,000 lbs. in donations
Blugold Dining is celebrating the most successful food drive ever on campus. See full story from WEAU-TV.
Keiser takes first in collegiate sales competition
Senior Kelsey Keiser is featured in the Nov. 27 Sauk Prairie Eagle article "Keiser takes first in collegiate sales competition."
John Raymond in Minnesota: Two gigs, two ensembles Nov 25 and 30
Music alumnus John Raymond is featured in the Nov. 25 story from JazzPolice.com titled "John Raymond in Minnesota: Two gigs, two ensembles Nov 25 and 30."
UW-Eau Claire students take a stand against cancer
Senior Justin Young was featured in the Nov. 25 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire students take a stand against cancer."
Hounds Before Lions starting to see success
UW-Eau Claire music students Sam Clark, Rick Haneman and Andrew Bocher are featured in the Nov. 25 Leader-Telegram story "Hounds Before Lions starting to see success."
Two men with local ties uncover shipwrecks
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jerry Eliason is featured in the Nov. 23 Leader-Telegram story "Two men with local ties uncover shipwrecks."
UW-Eau Claire ranked high for veterans
The Wisconsin Daily Independent reported on Nov. 22 that UW-Eau Claire has been named one of the top public colleges and universities in the Midwest for veterans. See full story.
Alumnus wins high school vocal director award
UW-Eau Claire alumus Lin Warren is featured in the Nov. 22 Star Tribune story "Hastings High School's vocal director wins statewide award."
Written on the Water: poet's debut collection has elemental inspirations
Wisconsin Poet Laureate Max Garland, English, is mentioned in the Nov. 21 Volume One story "Written on the Water."
Professor to sign book
Dr. Katherine Schneider, senior psychologist emerita, is featured in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram main evetns item "Professor to sign book."
Nature bites back in the Philippines
Dr. Tarique Niazi, sociology, has published an article in the Nov. 20 blog Down to Earth titled "Nature bites back in the the Philippines."
Donnellan earns WIAC weekly honor
Senior David Donnellan, men's hockey, is mentioned in the Nov. 20 Leader-Telegram sports update.
UWEC named 'Bike Friendly' university
A national bicycling association has recognized the Univeristy of Wisconsin-Eau Claire as a "Bicycle Friendly" university. See Nov. 19 WEAU story for details.
UW-EC program helps crossing cultures
Brazilian student Eduardo Nascimento and Karl Markgraf, center for international education, are featured in the Nov. 17 Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC program helps crossing cultures."
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