News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
#Connected: Does social media make us more connected?
Dr. Peter Hart-Brinson, sociology and communications, senior Zhen Wei Yap and junior Dani Schmalz are featured in the Nov. 26 WQOW in depth report titled "#Connected: Does social media make us more connected?"
2015 Rankings Best Online MBA Programs
UW-Eau Claire is listed #27 in the Top 50 Best Online MBA programs, according to College Choice.net. See full story.
Air quality near sand plants to be discussed in Eau Claire Dec. 3
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is featured in the Dec. 1 Colfax Tribune Press Reporter story "Air quality near sand plants to be discussed in Eau Claire Dec. 3."
Lessons to be learned from Ferguson
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, is interviewed for the Nov. 25 WEAU-TV 13 story "Lessons to be learned from Ferguson."
Alumna owned salon offers toxin-free hair styling
Maureen Fox-Meyer, '04, is featured in the Nov. 26 St. Joseph Newsleaders story "The Change offers toxic-free hair styling."
UW-Eau Claire student says he was surprised, honored to be named Rhodes Scholar
Senior Tayo Sanders is interviewed for the Nov. 24 WEAU-TV 13 story "UW-Eau Claire student says he was surprised, honored to be named Rhodes Scholar."
UW-Eau Claire student named a Rhodes scholar for 2015
UW-Eau Claire senior Tayo Sanders has been named a Rhodes Scholar for 2015. This story has been featured in the following local and national media:
- Wisconsin State Journal, UW-Eau Claire senior wins Rhodes scholarship
- Wheeler News Service, Neenah native among 32 Rhodes scholar recipients
- Huffington Post, Here are the 2015 Rhodes Scholars
- Leader-Telegram, UW-Eau Claire student named a Rhodes scholar for 2015.
- ABC News, Rhodes Scholars named for 2015
- WQOW-TV, UW-Eau Claire student named Rhodes scholar
- WEAU-TV, UW-Eau Claire student named a Rhodes scholar
- Chicago Tribune, Rhodes Scholars include 6 from Great Lakes area.
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, UW-Eau Claire student named a Rhodes scholar
- Kansas City Star, Rhodes scholars named for 2015
- Dubuque Telegraph, 2 awarded Rhodes scholarships
- WSIC Madison, Wis. student named Rhodes scholar
- Minneapolis Star Tribune, Wis. student is Rhodes Scholar; resume includes triathlete, salsa dancer
- The Republic, Rhodes Trust names scholars for 2015; will receive scholarships to attend Oxford
- Pendleton Times-Post UW-Eau Claire student Tayo Sanders II named Rhodes scholar
UW-Eau Claire group monitors frac sand mines, reportedly finds high particulate levels
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, and his research with students is featured in the Nov. 22 Leader-Telegram article "UW-Eau Claire group monitors frac sand mines, reportedly finds high particulate levels."
Target 2: Teachers Push for Positive Social Media Practices
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is interviewed for the Nov. 19 WBAY-TV 2 Green Bay story titled "Target 2: Teachers Push for Positive Social Media Practices."
UW- Eau Claire students attend drone seminar
UW-Eau Claire students are are featured in the Nov. 20 WEAU-TV 13 story "UW- Eau Claire students attend drone seminar." The story was also covered by WQOW online.
UW-Eau Claire Poet Laureate Featured on Spectrum West November 20
Max Garland, English, will be a guest of Al Ross for Spectrum West on Wisconsin Public Radio, 88.3WHWC-FM/Menomonie-Eau Claire on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10:00 a.m. Listen to live or recorded program here.
Professor, grad write book about Scottish culture
Dr. Bob Nowlan, English, and alumnus Zach Finch, '03, are featured in the Nov. 16 Leader-Telegram story "Professor, grad write book about Scottish culture."
John Raymond & the "Roots Trio" - This Land Is Your Land
Alumnus John Raymond is featured in a video posted in the Nov. 17 Volume One titled "John Raymond & the "Roots Trio" - This Land Is Your Land."
Rusty Cunningham: Conservatives hostile toward liberal arts
UW-Eau Claire is mentioned in the Nov. 16 La Crosse Tribune editorial titled "Rusty Cunningham: Conservatives hostile toward liberal arts."
Alta Resources Names New Chief Information Officer
Alumnus Matt Nelson is featured in the Nov. 17 Money News online story titled "Alta Resources Names New Chief Information Officer."
Chi-Hi faculty, fire department rally around recovering former Battalion Chief
Patti See, Academic Skills Center/women's studies, is quoted in the Nov. 15 Chippewa Herald story "Chi-Hi faculty, fire department rally around recovering former Battalion Chief."
UW-Eau Claire sorority chapter plans new home
Senior Katherine Brier is mentioned in the Nov. 15 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire sorority chapter plans new home."
The 4 insurance truths that customers still don’t understand
Kristopher Pressler and Herschel Day, actuarial science, are quoted in the Nov. 13 PropertyCasualty.com article "The 4 insurance truths that customers still don’t understand."
Closing the Book: UWEC’s Max Garland reflects on his term as state’s poet laureate
Max Garland, English, is featured in the Nov. 13 Volume One story "Closing the Book: UWEC’s Max Garland reflects on his term as state’s poet laureate."
Can Men and Women Ever Be Just Friends?
Research by April Bleske-Rechek, psychology, is cited in the Nov. 13 Glamour magazine article "Can Men and Women Ever Be Just Friends?"
Untangled: Blugolds' wild-haired Safstrom stands out with strong D-Line play
Senior Jake Safstrom is featured in the Nov. 13 Leader-Telegram story "Untangled: Blugolds' wild-haired Safstrom stands out with strong D-Line play."
Symbolic Ground-Breaking for Downtown Eau Claire’s Biggest Project Ever
Chancellor James Schmidt and Kimera Way, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, are quoted in the Nov. 12 Volume One story "Symbolic Ground-Breaking for Downtown Eau Claire’s Biggest Project Ever."
Ex-nurse uses true experience of dying teen as basis for first novel
Alumna CeCelia Zorn is featured in the Nov. 12 Leader-Telegram story "Ex-nurse uses true experience of dying teen as basis for first novel."
Silver Screenings
Nicole Rindone, university centers, is quoted in the Nov. 13 Volume One titled "Silver Screenings: Woodland Theater offers facilities, films the Valley wouldn't normally get."
High Levels Of Super-Fine Dust Are Detected Around Wisconsin Frac Sand Mines
Dr. Cripsin Pierce, environmental public health, was interviewed on WPR Tuesday, Nov. 11. about his research on silica sand particles. Listen to archived show here.
Eau Claire Jazz Festival Presents: Gatsby's Gala
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Garrett Denney and the Forward Brass Band members are featured in the Nov. 7 WEAU-TV 13 story "Eau Claire Jazz Festival Presents: Gatsby's Gala."
Strike a Chord: Does Bullying Cause Suicide?
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Nov. 6 Fordham University's 90.7 WFUV.org article "Strike a Chord: Does Bullying Cause Suicide?"
What's on your Facebook?
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the Nov. 5 The Times article titled "What's on your Facebook?"
No Money, No Problem: Bootstrapping Off Of Apple
Alumnus Zach Halmstad is featured in the Nov. 5 Forbes.com article "No Money, No Problem: Bootstrapping Off Of Apple."
B.J. Hollars to be guest on Wisconsin Public Radio
Author B.J. Hollars, English, will be a guest of Al Ross on Spectrum West from Wisconsin Public Radio, 88.3 WHWC-FM,/Menomonie-Eau Claire on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10:00 a.m. Listen to live or archived show here.
International Folk Fair offers culinary delights, music, dancing and more
Maria Carvahlo, international education, and students Zhen Wei Yap, Boa Thao and Jungwon Woo are quoted in the Nov. 3 Leader-Telegram story "International Folk Fair offers culinary delights, music, dancing and more."
Governor's race hinging on turnout
Junior Jonathon Wieser is quoted in the MKSP-TV 9 report "Governor's race hinging on turnout."
Michael Perry: The meaning of OK
Alumnus Michael Perry has published a story in the Nov. 3 edition of the Wisconsin State Journal titled "The Meaning of OK."
Blugolds claim first win, War on 94 trophy
Blugold football is featured in the Nov. 2 WQOW-TV 18 report "Blugolds claim first win, War on 94 trophy."
UWEC men's CC team ends WIAC title drought
Blugold men's cross country is featured in the Nov. 2 WQOW-TV 18 report "UWEC men's CC team ends WIAC title drought."
GEJ on Onwueme: 'From the beggining, her work stood out with a striking poise
Dr. Tess Onwueme, English, is featured in the No. 2 article from the Nigerian Tribune titled "GEJ on Onwueme: 'From the beggining, her work stood out with a striking poise."
Officials say UW-Eau Claire, UW-Stout worth the money
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the Nov. 2 Leader-Telegram story "Officials say UW-Eau Claire, UW-Stout worth the money."
Carbon tax would boost, not hurt economy
Dr. Jim Boulter, Watershed Institute for Collaborative Environmental Studies, has published a letter to the editor in the Nov. 2 Leader-Telegram titled "Carbon tax would boost, not hurt economy."
UWEC faculty, students set to have frac sand study published
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is featured in the Oct. 30 WQOW-TV 18 story "UWEC faculty, students set to have frac sand study published."
UW-Eau Claire partners with WorkSpace to give entrepreneurship students a taste of coworking
Daine Hoadley, college of business, is quoted in the Oct. 30 Volume One story "Coworking Colloboration: UW-Eau Claire partners with WorkSpace to give entrepreneurship students a taste of coworking."
Aquila Theatre and New York University are presenting a free day-long event featuring plays and artwork by veterans in honor of Veteran’s Day
UW-Eau Claire student and U.S. Army veteran Phillip Schladweiler is profiled in the Oct. 29 edition of the New York arts newsletter Don 411.
Blugold volleyball beats 1-94 rival UW-Stout in Zorn arena
Coach Kim Wudi and senior Alexis Wong are interviewed for the Oct. 29 WEAU-TV report "Blugold volleyball betas 1-94 rival UW-Stout in Zorn arena."
War on 94 Football set for Saturday
Blugold football coach Todd Glaser is featured in the Oct 29 reports from WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18 about the 'War of 94' match-up on Saturday against UW-Stout. Blugold quarterback Joel Newman is also interviewed by WEAU.
Women’s Soccer Wins The “Battle of the Blues”
Blugold women's soccer is featured in the Oct. 29 WEAU-TV story "Women’s Soccer Wins The 'Battle of the Blues.'"
Substitute teacher shortages a concern in rural areas, especially during cold and flu season
Dr. Carmen Manning, education and human sciences, is quoted in the Oct. 28 blog post from The Rural Blog titled "Substitute teacher shortages a concern in rural areas, especially during cold and flu season."
Justin Vernon-curated Eaux Claires Festival coming to western Wisconsin in July 2015
Alumnus Justin Vernon is featured in the Oct. 28 edition of The Current magazine in the story titled "Justin Vernon-curated Eaux Claires Festival coming to western Wisconsin in July 2015."
Letter to the editor: Burke will fight for Wisconsin women
Junior Anna Schwanebeck has had a letter to the editor published in the Oct. 28 edition of the Badger Herald. Read her letter here.
Wisconsin Democrats hope to retake state Senate, create political stalemate
Dr. Rod Frietag, political science, is quoted in the Oct. 28 Daily Journal article titled "Wisconsin Democrats hope to retake state Senate, create political stalemate."
Reigning Playwright: global cast presents famed UWEC professor's work
Dr. Tess Onwueme, English, is featured in the Volume One story "Reigning Playwright: global cast presents famed UWEC professor's work."
Inside Wisconsin: With talent and vision, tech companies can grow in mid-size cities
Alumnus Zach Halmstad, JAMF software, is featured in the Oct. 27 Chippewa Valley Business Report story "Inside Wisconsin: With talent and vision, tech companies can grow in mid-size cities."
Kids young and old preparing for Halloween fun
Linda Pratt, housing and residence life, is quoted in the Oct. 28 Leader-Telegram story "Kids young and old preparing for Halloween fun."
Dozens wear high heels to take a stand against domestic abuse
Chris Jorgenson, Women's and LGBTQ Resource Center, is featured in the Oct. 26 WEAU-TV 13 report "Dozens wear high heels to take a stand against domestic abuse."
Blugold teachers key component of local district
The Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram features UW-Eau Claire and education graduates in the editorial "Blugold teachers key component of local district."
City attorney tosses hat into ring for judge
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Dan Diehn is featured in the Oct. 22 La Crosse Tribune article "City attorney tosses hat into ring for judge."
Northwestern Bank contributes $100,000 to Confluence Project's Performing Arts Center
The UW-Eau Claire Foundation, Inc. receives large pledge towards the Confluence Project. See details from WEAU-TV 13.
Poet laureate to help BONK! series mark anniversary
Wisconsin's poet laureate Max Garland, English, is featured is the Oct. 23 Journal Times story "Poet laureate to help BONK! series mark anniversary."
UW-Eau Claire's Kent State memorial should be replaced
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, is quoted in the Oct. 23 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire's Kent State memorial should be replaced."
Online harassment is routine among adults
Dr. Justin Patchin is quoted in the Oct. 23 Star Tribune article "Online harassment is routine among adults."
Run with the Cops for Special Olympics
UW-Eau Claire athletes are featured in the Oct. 21 WEAU-TV 13 story "Run with the Cops for Special Olympics."
10 Real Local Haunts
UW-Eau Claire's Kjer Theatre is mentioned in the Oct. 20 Volume One story "10 Real Local Haunts."
UW-EC teaching grads dominate in Eau Claire schools
Alumnus Lars Long and Dr. Rose Battalio, special education and education studies, were quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC teaching grads dominate in Eau Claire schools."
Index with local ties declines
Students Jisu Kim, Ben Halliday and Ryan Schorbahn were quoted in the Oct. 19 Leader-Telegram story "Index with local ties declines" about the Eau Claire Area Stock Basket project of the Chippewa Valley Center for Economic Research and Development at UW-Eau Claire. Dr. Eric Jamelske, economics, and students Jacob Raleigh, Patrick Lemke and Abel Tan also were mentioned in the story, which was reprinted on BusinessWeek.com.
Just Read It: John Hildebrand
John Hildebrand, professor emeritus of English, was featured in the Oct. 19 "Just Read It" feature in the Wisconsin State Journal.
A Swing and a Hit: Sport Warehouse offers indoor sporting space
Jodi Thesing-Ritter, Dean of Students Office, is quoted and Leslie Huntington, athletics, is mentioned in the Oct. 16 Volume One story "A Swing and a Hit: Sport Warehouse offers indoor sporting space."
UWEC Alum Joins Cast of "Homeland" in New Season
Blugold alumna Laila Robbins was featured in the Oct. 16 Volume One story "UWEC Alum Joins Cast of "Homeland" in New Season."
Survey aimed at understanding veterans' needs
Miranda Cross-Schindler, Records and Registration, was interviewed for the Oct. 16 WEAU-TV 13 story "Survey aimed at understanding veterans' needs."
The Forum: Pulitzer Prize winner shares stories of oppression, triumph
The Oct. 16 UW-Eau Claire Forum presentation by Sheryl WuDunn was featured in the Oct. 17 Leader-Telegram story "The Forum: Pulitzer Prize winner shares stories of oppression, triumph." UW-Eau Claire students Lote Larmane and Tym Hanson were quoted in the story.
The Next Big Fest?
Alumnus Justin Vernon is featured in the Oct. 16 Volume One story "The Next Big Fest? Vernon-headed music and arts festival seeks approval to use Country Jam grounds."
How to deal with cyberbullying: Tips for parents
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Oct. 16 post from Tween Us blog on chicagonow.com. titled "How to deal with cyberbullying: Tips for parents."
UW-EC tackles issue of sexual assault in upcoming play
Jennifer Chapman, music and theatre arts, and students Seth Cahill and Laura Schlicting, are featured in the Oct. 16 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC tackles issue of sexual assault in upcoming play."
Blugolds football trying to play more consistent
Head coach Todd Glaser and junior Cody Taubman are featured in the Oct. 15 WEAU-TV 13 story "Blugolds football trying to play more consistent."
Substitute teacher shortage in the Chippewa Falls school district
Dr. Carmen Manning, college of education and human sciences, is interviewed for the Oct. 15 WQOW-TV 18 story "Substitute teacher shortage in the Chippewa Falls school district."
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."
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