News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
Blugold Beginnings mentors help with robotics program
Jodi Thesing-Ritter, student affairs, is featured in the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram story "Program building robots aims to help students develop critical thinking, problem solving skills." The program was also featured in the WEAU-TV 13 story "After-school robotics program aims to boost problem solving skills."
UW-EC students dive into lessons about marine life on Fla. trip
Dr. Todd Wellnitz, biology, and students Ali Ban-Herr, Alyssa Colwitz and Ally Hillstrom are featured in the Oct. 13 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC students dive into lessons about marine life on Fla. trip."
Museum brings the past back to life with re-enactment
Graduate student Dustyn Dubuque is featured in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram story "Museum brings the past back to life with re-enactment."
High school students selected to perform with honors ensembles at Grand Ole Opry
Bob Baca, music and theatre arts, is mentioned in the Oct. 13 New Jersey Independent Press story "Six Millburn H.S. students selected to perform with All National Honors Ensembles at Grand Ole Opry."
Student group cleans up Mount Simon
UW-Eau Claire students Wade Schenck, Tim Bortner and Kelsey Czelatdko are quoted in the Oct. 12 Leader-Telegram story "Student group cleans up Mount Simon."
'Dust On My Boots' exhibit featured
Wisconsin university honours Professor Onwueme
Dr. Tess Onwueme, English, is featured in the Oct. 13 Nigerian Tribune article "Wisconsin varsity honours Professor Onwueme." The same article also appeared on the Nigerian website Vanguard and in The Daily Independent Nigeria newspaper.
The first step in fighting bullying? Define 'bullying'
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science and the Cyberbullying Research Center, is featured in the Oct. 10 Christian Science Monitor article "The first step in fighting bullying? Define 'bullying'."
Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra celebrates 40 years
Nobuyoshi Yasuda, music and theatre arts, is featured in the Oct. 9 Leader-Telegram story "Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra celebrates 40 years."
Faculty and emeriti guests on WPR on Oct. 9
Gary Schwartzhoff, music and theatre arts, will be a guest of All Ross on Spectrum West for WHWC-FM 88.3/ Menomonie-Eau Claire this Thursday, Oct. 9 at 10:00 a.m. John Hildebrand, emeritus, will also be interviewed by Jim Oliver. Listen to live or archived show here.
Fall foliage flares to life
Dr. Wilson Taylor, biology, is quoted in the Oct. 8 Leader-Telegram story "Fall foliage flares to life."
Beware of ticks this fall
Dr. Lloyd Turtinen, biology, is featured in the Oct. 6 WEAU-TV story "Beware of ticks this fall."
Heyde Center exhibit features veterans' artwork
UW-Eau Claire fine arts student Phillip Schladweiler is featured in the Oct. 5 Chippewa Herald story "Heyde Center exhibit features veterans' artwork."
UW-Eau Claire celebrates homecoming weekend
Several UW-Eau Claire students are quoted in the Oct. 4 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire celebrates homecoming weekend." Homecoming King and Queen Aaron White and Sarah Steffen are pictured.
- See full gallery of Homecoming photos here.
- See television coverage from WEAU-TV 13 here.
Blugolds' Englerwins WIAC title
Senior Kate Engler is a repeat winner of the women's golf WIAC Championship. See full story in the Oct. 5 Leader-Telegram.
Will Climate Summit in New York Yield a Climate Pact in Paris?
Dr. Tarique Niazi, sociology, has published an article on the environmental blog Down To Earth for Oct. 6 titled "Will Climate Summit in New York Yield a Climate Pact in Paris?"
UWEC FB Avoiding Homecoming Distractions
Senior Mark Munger, Blugold football, is featured in the Oct. 2 WQOW-TV 18 story "UWEC FB Avoiding Homecoming Distractions."
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: UW-Eau Claire's Tara Dennehy
Junior Tara Dennehy has been named the Gordy's Athlete of the Week. See story at WEAU-TV.
Frac sand mining threatens health, welfare in Wisconsin
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is mentioned in the Oct. 2 Wisconsin Gazette story titled "Frac sand mining threatens health, welfare in Wisconsin."
Charges: 13-year-old girls were found 'huddled,' 'crying' at man's home
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Oct. 3 LindLaw.com story "Charges: 13-year-old girls were found 'huddled,' 'crying' at man's home."
Decals placed near gutters to prevent pollution
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is interviewed for the Sept. 30 WQOW-TV 18 story "Decals placed near gutters to prevent pollution."
Minnesota is talking point in Wisconsin governor's race
Dr. Rodd Frietag, political science, is quoted in the Sept. 30 Star Tribune story "Minnesota is talking point in Wisconsin governor's race."
Frac Sand research
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is quoted in several recent articles regarding his research of the public health concerns surrounding frac sand mining. See the following stories:
- "Frac Sand Rush Threatens American Towns, Advocates Warn" Sept. 30, Huffington Post
- "Report: Frac sand industry affects lives of thousands who live near mines." Sept. 28 La Crosse Tribune
- Wisconsin, Minnesota ‘Ground Zero’ Today for Hidden Danger of U.S. Fracking Boom 9-27-2014 Sept. 27, Gary Engberg Outdoors website.
- "Wisconsin's sand mining industry poised for growth." Sept. 25, Journal Sentinel Online
- "Rapidly Expanding Frac Sand Mining is Hidden Danger of Fracking Boom in U.S." Sept. 25, Environmental Working Group Newsletter
- "Report looks at growing health threat frac sand mining" Sept. 25, Ohio.com
UW-Eau Claire professor receives APWA Award
Dr. David Soll, Watershed Institute, is featured in the Sept. 23 Storm Water Solutions website newsletter story "University of Wisconsin Professor Receives APWA Award."
UW-EC student attends national land management congress
Alumna Brielle Cummings is featured in the Sept. 28 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC student attends national land management congress."
Minnesota is talking point in Wisconsin governor's race
Dr. Rodd Freitag, political science, is quoted in the Sept. 30 Star Tribune article "Minnesota is talking point in Wisconsin governor's race."
Club pairs UW-EC tutors with elementary students
Students Alleah Etlicher, Hannah Leary and Moriah Locke; emeriti Al Rolland (mathematics) and Barbara Rolland (languages); and alumna Kimberly Hill were quoted in the Sept. 26 Leader-Telegram story "Club pairs UW-EC tutors with elementary students."
UW-EC Homecoming festivities abound
The events and celebrations surrounding UW-Eau Claire Homecoming this week are highlighted in the Sept. 29 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC Homecoming festivities abound."
Match program aimed at supplying UW-Eau Claire food pantry
The new Campus Harvest food pantry is featured in the Sept. 24 WEAU-TV 13 story "Match program aimed at supplying UW-Eau Claire food pantry."
Students research waterfowl behavior
Dr. Chris Floyd, biology, and students Brittany Kent, Alice Pattinson and Anna Aman are featured in the Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram feature photo. See online photo album.
Latest hit on college campuses
UW-Eau Claire students Aaron Ludwig and James Dahl are pictured in a Sept. 23 Leader-Telegram feature photograph about a popular new game called Johnball. See online photo album.
UWEC employee celebrates 50 years of service
Blugold Dining employee Rosie Nelson is featured in the Sept. 22 WQOW-TV 18 story "UWEC employee celebrates 50 years of service."
UWEC rezoning request and downtown parking ramp up for city council vote this week
The Eau Claire City Council will hear requests from UW-Eau Claire for rezoning on Roosevelt Ave. to accommodate future residence hall. See full story from WQOW-TV 18.
Playful banter or Bullying? Whose Perception Matters?
Dr. Justin Patchin, politcal science, is quoted in the Sept. 18 Huffington Post article "Playful banter or Bullying? Whose Perception Matters?"
Host friend program brings lasting benefits
Sarah Vowels, Center for International Education, was quoted in the Sept. 6 Leader-Telegram column "Host friend program brings lasting benefits."
Mount Sinai High School Student Arrested For Threatening To Blow Up School
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is interviewed for the Sept. 16 CBS New York affiliate story "Mount Sinai High School Student Arrested For Threatening To Blow Up School."
Diving for the Truth: Hollars blends fact and fiction for drowning tales
B.J. Hollars, English, is featured in the Sept. 18 Volume One story "Diving for the Truth: Hollars blends fact and fiction for drowning tales."
Chiefs say confidential informants’ safety comes first
University police Chief David Sprick is quoted in the Sept. 2014 Leader-Telegram article "Chiefs say confidential informants’ safety comes first."
UW-Eau Claire Opens Food Pantry For Students
Julie Carr, student affairs, was interviewed by Rich Kremer for WPR on WHWC (FM) 88.3-Menomonie, Eau Claire. Listen to recorded interview here.The story was also covered by Bayfield Today.
Building a future
Dr. Durwin Long, Continuing Education, has a letter to the editor published in the Sept. 14 Leader-Telegram titled "Building a Future."
Blugolds gather for first ever campus pep rally
UW-Eau Claire freshmen Annika Ekblad and Ashleigh Sullivan are interviewed for the Sept. 11 WEAU-TV 13 story "Blugolds gather for first ever campus pep rally."
Musician returns to roots
Alumnus John Raymond, '09, is featured in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram story "Musician returns to roots."
Gov. Walker tells students at UW-EC he continues to support freeze on tuition
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Sept. 11 Leader-Telegram article "Gov. Walker tells students at UW-EC he continues to support freeze on tuition."The visit was also covered by WQOW-TV 18 and WEAU-TV 13.
4 Things Insurance Experts Wish You Knew
Kristopher Presler and Herschel Day, mathematics, are quoted in the Sept. 9 Nerd Wallet finance magazine article "4 Things Insurance Experts Wish You Knew."
Area public universities rank among best in Midwest
UW-Eau Claire is among the top colleges in the midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report. See full story from Sept. 9 Leader-Telegram.
A Local Chance for Poets: UWEC experience inspires new poetry journal
Josh Lind, associate registrar, is featured in the Sept. 4 Volume One story "A Local Chance for Poets: UWEC experience inspires new poetry journal." The article was written by Barbara Arnold, UW-Eau Claire academic publications and curriculum coordinator.
UW-Eau Claire impact on community big both financially, culturally
Chancellor James Schmidt, John Bachmeier, alumni office, Dr. Wayne Carroll, economics, Jason Anderson, University Centers, and are quoted in the Sept. 8 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire impact on community big both financially, culturally."
Remembering the sound of music
Dr. Dale Taylor (emeritus) is quoted in the Sept. 7 Star Online story "Remembering the sound of music."
Young actors get silver-screen spotlight in 'Fort McCoy'
Sophomore Joshua Zabel is quoted in the Sept 4 Coulee News story "Young actors get silver-screen spotlight in 'Fort McCoy'."
First-Rate Frisbee: team full of UWEC grads takes world Ultimate title
A team UW-Eau Claire alumni are featured in the Sept. 4 Volume One story titled "First-Rate Frisbee: team full of UWEC grads takes world Ultimate title."
YMCA to partner with UW-Eau Claire on County Materials Event and Recreation Complex
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram article "YMCA to partner with UW-Eau Claire on County Materials Event and Recreation Complex." The news is also covered in reports from WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18.
Satruday event celebrates Chippewa River
Dr. Sean Hartnett, geography, is quoted in the Sept. 4 Leader-Telegram story "Satruday event celebrates Chippewa River."
UWEC seeks to help sexual assault problem on campus
Amanda Leiknes, Center for Awarenes of Sexual Assault, and Dr. Joe Abhold, dean of students, are interviewed for the Sept. 3 WQOW-TV 18 report "UWEC seeks to help sexual assault problem on campus."
New look Blugolds put disappointing season in rearview
Blugold football is featured in the Sept. 3 Leader-Telegram story "New look Blugolds put disappointing season in rearview." Several players and coach Todd Glaser are quoted in the story. Junior Jayden Dobbs is also pictured.
Buckshot Run featured dramatic finish
Seniors Brent Wathke and Tim Kubetz are mentioned in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram story "Buckshot Run featured dramatic finish."Wathke is also featured in the story from the same day titled "Buckshot Run: Wathke wins sprint to finish line for 5-mile title."
Hildebrand writes fourth book, ‘The Heart of Things'
John Hildebrand, professor emeritus of English, is featured in the Sept. 1 Leader-Telegram story "Hildebrand writes fourth book, ‘The Heart of Things'."
UW-EC freshmen bring excitement along with belongings to campus
Chancellor Schmidt is featured in the Aug. 28 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC freshmen bring excitement along with belongings to campus." Freshmen Taylor Domro, McKenna Taylor, Clark Benson, Zack Back and senior Kendra Kitchens are all quoted in the story. Move-in day was also covered by WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18.
Public can dig for deals at the Surplus Store
Erik Simonsen, facilities, is quoted in the Aug. 28 Leader-Telegram story "Public can dig for deals on items deemed unusable or obsolete by the university at the Surplus Store."
Should Oregon, Washington enact off-campus bullying laws?
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is interviewed in the Aug. 27 Portland KATU-TV story "Should Oregon, Washington enact off-campus bullying laws?"
UWEC volleyball season preview
Coach Kim Wudi, women's volleyball, and junior Jenna Smits are featured in the Aug. 27 WQOW-TV 18 story "UWEC volleyball season preview."
Local couple's gift gives UW arena project a big boost
Kim Way, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, is quoted in the Aug. 22 Wausau Daily Herald story "Local couple's gift gives UW arena project a big boost."
Being White and Middle Class, We Had Many Advantages. And We Used Them to Leave North St. Louis
Molly Patterson, English, has published a story in the Aug. 25 edition of The Root magazine titled "Being White and Middle Class, We Had Many Advantages. And We Used Them to Leave North St. Louis." The story appears in other publications including The Capitol Times, The Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinal and South Carolina's Herald Online.
UW-Eau Claire allows alumni, faculty, interns to rent empty rooms in residence hall during summer
Chuck Major, housing and residence life, is quoted in the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire allows alumni, faculty, interns to rent empty rooms in residence hall during summer."
Project earns prized grants
Dr. Elizabeth Glogowski, materials science, is featured in the Aug. 24 Leader-Telegram story "Project earns prized grants."
Snapshots of history: WHS press offers diverse line-up for fall
A new book by John Hildebrand, professor emeritus of English, is reviewed in the Aug. 24 edition of Madison's 77 Square article "Snapshots of history: WHS press offers diverse line-up for fall."
Local man switches life focus to entertainment
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Gary Berg, '79, is featured in the Aug. 23 St. Cloud Times article "Local man switches life focus to entertainment."
Former All-American returns to UW-Eau Claire as team physician
Alumnus Austin Crow is featured in the Aug. 23 Leader-Telegram story "Former All-American returns to UW-Eau Claire as team physician."
UW System regents verbally back Confluence Project
Chancellor James Schmidt and Beth Hellwig, student affairs, are quoted in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram story "UW System regents verbally back Confluence Project." The story was also covered by WEAU-TV 13 and the Chippewa Herald on Aug. 22.
Food pantry to assist college students
Kim Way, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, is quoted in the Aug. 22 Leader-Telegram story "Food pantry to assist college students." The news is also covered in the WQOW.com story "UW-Eau Claire to open on-campus food pantry for students," and sophomore Denise Bustamante is quoted.
Questioning the Locals | Matt Carter
Alumnus Matt Carter, '10, is featured in the Aug. 21 Volume One interview titled "Questioning the Locals | Matt Carter."
Eminent alumni:Do you think all the talented, famous, successful people in the world get educated at Harvard or Yale? Think again!
Five famous UW-Eau Claire alumni are featured int he Aug. 21 Volume One story "Eminent alumni:Do you think all the talented, famous, successful people in the world get educated at Harvard or Yale? Think again!"
Eau Claire's Confluence Project heading for important vote
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is interviewed in the Aug 20 WQOW-TV 18 story "Eau Claire's Confluence Project heading for important vote."
Two women's care of a UW-EC garden blossoms into a party
Alumna Maggie Ross is featured in the Aug. 21 Leader-Telegram article "Two women's care of a UW-EC garden blossoms into a party."
The Advantages of Dyslexia
Research by Dr. Catya von Károlyi, psychology, is cited in the Aug. 20 Daily News Entertainment Network blog post titled "The Advantages of Dyslexia."
UW-Eau Claire, UW-Whitewater dorms building on hold
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is interviewed in the Aug. 15 Wisconsin Public Television show Here and Now. Watch recorded interview here.
Confluence project resolution on agenda for UW-System Board of Regents meeting
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is interviewed for the Aug. 18 WEAU-TV 13 story "Confluence project resolution on agenda for UW-System Board of Regents meeting."This story is also covered in the Aug. 18 editions of the Chippewa Herald and Volume One.
The Blugolds Are Back! UWEC FB Opens Fall Camp
Head football coach Todd Glaser is featured in the Aug. 17, WQOW-TV 18 report "The Blugolds Are Back! UWEC FB Opens Fall Camp." Also see related Leader-Telegram story, quoting junior Clint Larsen and senior Mark Munger.
UW System not the only funding option for Confluence Project
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is quoted in the Aug. 17 Leader-Telegram story "UW System not the only funding option for Confluence Project."
Chippewa Valley Astronomy Update: Take time to enjoy the summer night's sky
Dr. Lauren Likkel has compiled the monthly Astronomy Update for the Aug. 16 Leader-Telegram, titled "Take time to enjoy the summer night's sky."
Offbeats earns DECI award
UW-Eau Claire alumna Rose Vincent is featured in the Aug. 16 Leader-Telegram story "Offbeats earns DECI award."
Meier goes from Blugold to black and yellow
Alumnus Joe Meier is featured in the Aug. 16 Hutchinson Leader story "Meier goes from Blugold to black and yellow."
Hudson's Ryan Conway discovering real-world mining horizons
Senior Ryan Conway is featured in the Aug. 13 Hudson Star-Observer article "Hudson's Ryan Conway discovering real-world mining horizons."
Mingle event will have 1920's theme
Bob Baca. music and theatre arts, will be performing with "The Robert Baca Jazz Orchestra" on Sept. 4 in Neillsville. See details from Central Wisconsin Radio.
Is the internet really a 'Lawless Jungle?"
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Aug. 13 Huffington Post tech blog story "Is the internet really a 'Lawless Jungle?"
Sports Roundtable: UWEC's Dan Schumacher
Dan Schumacher, athletic director, is featured in the Aug. 12 WQOW piece "Sports Roundtable: UWEC's Dan Schumacher."
'A Concert to Remember' in Waterford Aug. 21
Juniors Laura Schachner and Alex Munger are featured in the Aug. 12 Racine Journal Times story "'A Concert to Remember' in Waterford Aug. 21."
Robin William's death sparks conversation about suicide prevention
Dr. Jennifer Muehlenkamp, psychology, is interviewed for the Aug. 12 WEAU-TV story "Robin William's death sparks conversation about suicide prevention."
Camp immerses students in foreign language
Dr. Carter Smith, languages, is quoted and students Charlie Mabie and Katrina Schmudlach are featured in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram story "Camp immerses students in foreign language." (open video link in You Tube to view)
UW campuses in region expect to hit enrollment targets
Heather Kretz, admissions, is quoted in the Aug. 12 Leader-Telegram article "UW campuses in region expect to hit enrollment targets."
Treating Alzheimer's with music
Dr. Dale Taylor, emeritus, is quoted in the Aug. 11 Journal Sentinel article "Music & Memory program brightens lives of Alzheimer's, dementia patients."
Geology student gets lesson in sand mining
Junior Justin Poirier is featured in the Aug. 9 Leader-Telegram story "Geology student gets lesson in sand mining."
Alumni $10 million gift to UW-Eau Claire Foundation supports major event center
The Aug. 5 announcement of the Sonnentag Foundation $10 million gift of land and money to the UW-Eau Claire Foundation for use in creating a large, multipurpose event complex was the subject of the following media coverage:
- "Leadership, attitude can take us a long way." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 10
- "UW-EC events center could fill entertainment void in region." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 9
- "Eau Claire's history at seeking arena littered with controversy, broken dreams." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 9
- "Event Center Planned for Eau Claire." WEAU News Today, Aug. 6
- "Blugolds hope to have a new home for basketball." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "Events center would take us to a whole new level." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "Couple fell in love at UW-EC, want to give back to community." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "Game Changer: University unveils events center plan." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "YMCA optimistic, cautious about UW-EC arena project." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "UW-EC arena plan gets high-fives from many in city." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 6
- "Voters with Facts issues statement about announcement." WQOW-TV 18, Aug. 6
- "Zorn arena history." WQOW-TV 18, Aug. 6.
- "City leaders and students react to events center announcement." WQOW-TV 18, Aug. 5
- "Largest ever donation to UW-EC could lead to events center." Leader-Telegram, Aug. 5
- "Finding Solid Ground: UW-Eau Claire gets $10 donation." Volume One, Aug. 5
- "UW-Eau Claire announces multi-million dollar events center." WEAU-TV 13, Aug. 5
On-campus boarding still over capacity; state delays residence hall construction
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is quoted in the Aug. 8 Leader-Telegram story "On-campus boarding still over capacity; state delays residence hall construction." The story was also covered in the WQOW story "New UWEC dorm on hold and could create housing issues."
Two Jazzy UWEC Alums Pull Down Prestigious Awards
Music alumni Aaron Hedenstrom and Keith Karns are featured in the Aug. 7 Volume One story "Two Jazzy UWEC Alums Pull Down Prestigious Awards."
SMC hires new basketball coaches
Former Blugold basketball player and alumna Kalista Houselog Sawyer is featured in the Fox Cities Post-Crescent story "SMC hires new basketball coaches."
Three year olds experience bullying: new Australian study
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was interviewed by Australian television ABC News for the report titled "Three year olds experience bullying: new Australian study." Listen to audio archive.
JAMF Software exec talks Apple's evolution, investing with Bon Iver
Alumnus Zach Halmstad is featured and alumnus Justin Vernon is mentioned in the Aug. 6 Xconomy.com article "JAMF Software Exec talks Apple's evolution, investing with Bon Iver."
Coordinated approach needed when it comes to solving bullying problems at school and online
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the August 5 edition of the Melbourne Leader article titled "Coordinated approach needed when it comes to solving bullying problems at school and online."
Q&A with UW-Eau Claire AD Dan Schumacher
Dan Schumacher, athletics, is featured in the Aug. 2 Leader-Telegram article "A Man with a Plan: Q&A with UW-Eau Claire AD Dan Schumacher."
UW-EC student getting taste of the Big Apple
Senior Aaron White is featured in the Aug. 3 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC student getting taste of the Big Apple."
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