News featuring and/or quoting UW-Eau Claire people, programs, events and issues
UW-Eau Claire graduate wins national teaching award
Alumnus Adam Keeton, '01, is featured in the May 31 Leader-Telegram story "UW-Eau Claire graduate wins national teaching award."
Study finds number of Christians declining
Dr. Scott Lowe, religious studies, is interviewed for the May 31 WQOW-TV 18 story "Study finds number of Christians declining."
Chalkfest 2015 moves to accommodate more artists, chalking space
UW-Eau Claire will partner with Volume One to move the location of Chalkfest 2015 to campus. See May 27 WEAU report.
If funding secured for project, developer hopes arts center can be completed by end of 2016
Kim Way, UW-Eau Claire Foundation, is quoted in the May 29 Leader-Telegram article "If funding secured for project, developer hopes arts center can be completed by end of 2016."
UW-Eau Claire plans for route, road projects
Dr. Bob Eierman is featured in the May 26 WQOW-TV 18 story "UW-Eau Claire plans for route, road projects."
A look into the job market UW-Eau Claire graduates face
UW-Eau Claire graduates TJ Gouker, Ryan Alme and Tim Condon interviewed for the May 23 WQOW-TV 18 story "A look into the job market UW-Eau Claire graduates face."
Caps & Gowns: Student advancing at a rapid pace
Graduating senior Kelsey Stuttgen is featured in the May 22 Leader-Telegram story "Caps & Gowns: Student advancing at a rapid pace."
Life story: War hero built UW-EC biology department, advocated for Putnam Park
The late Dr. Marcus Fay, professor emeritus of biology, is featured in the May 22 Leader-Telegram story "Life story: War hero built UW-EC biology department, advocated for Putnam Park."
UWEC Blugolds to study climate change in China
Dr.'s Jim Boulter and Eric Jamelske are interviewed for the May 21 WEAU-TV 13 story "UWEC Blugolds to study climate change in China."
New Mayo Waseca administrator puts patients, community first
Alumnus Tom Borowski is featured in the May 19 Waseca County News story titled "New Mayo Waseca administrator puts patients, community first."
UW-Eau Claire students given unique opportunities to relieve stress during finals
Eric Jennings, McIntyre Library, is quoted in the May 18 WQOW-TV 18 story "UW-Eau Claire students given unique opportunities to relieve stress during finals."
Astronomy Update: Hobbs Observatory provides area with access to the sky
Laura Likkel, physics and astronomy, has compiled the May edition of the Astronomy Update, appearing in the May 16 Leader-Telegram.
Professor emeritus presents research on Confluence Project impact
Dr. Brady Foust, professor emeritus of geography and anthropology, is featured in the May 15 WEAU-TV 13 story "Professor emeritus presents research on Confluence Project impact."
Broad coalition endorses plan for better budget choices
Dr. James Boulter, Watershed Institute for Collaborative Environmental Studies, is quoted in the May 14 WisPolitics.com website story "Broad coalition endorses plan for better budget choices."
Madison assistant police chief defends use of tactical gear in policing
Dr. Stephen Hill, political science, was quoted in the May 7 Wisconsin State Journal article "Madison assistant police chief defends use of tactical gear in policing."
Elmwood’s Mark Alfuth honored as 2015 Outstanding Professor at UW Eau Claire
Mark Alfuth, lecturer of finance, is featured in the May 10 Woodville Gateway News story "Elmwood’s Mark Alfuth honored as 2015 Outstanding Professor at UW Eau Claire."
Study finds high percentage of Lyme-carrying ticks in Eau Claire County parks
UW-Eau Claire students Brittany Kent and Breanna Rheinschmidt are featured in the May 11 Leader-Telegram story "Study finds high percentage of Lyme-carrying ticks in Eau Claire County parks."
Assistant professor studies human disease through worms
Dr. Jamie Lyman-Gingerich is featured in the May 12 WQOW-TV 18 story "Assistant professor studies human disease through worms."
UW-EC computer science dept. seeks more female students
Junior Caitlin Schaub is featured in the May 12 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC computer science dept. seeks more female students." Dr. Heather Amthauer, computer sciences, is quoted in the piece.
Students of all ages seek more Chippewa Valley career information
Staci Heidtke, career services, and junior Oliver Larson are interviewed for the May 7 WQOW-TV 18 story "Students of all ages seek more Chippewa Valley career information."
Day of Remembrance at UW-Eau Claire
Dr. Beth Hellwig and Dr. Joe Abhold, dean of students office, are featured in the May 6 WEAU-TV 13 story "Day of Remembrance at UW-Eau Claire."
UW System automony plan dropped
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the May 6 Leader-Telegram article "UW System automony plan dropped."
Runners praise Eau Claire Marathon atmosphere, but heat tests their mettle
UW-Eau Claire students Megan McHenry, Marissa Gilbertson and Alyssa Brickner are quoted in the May 4 Leader-Telegram story about The Blugold Mile titled "Runners praise Eau Claire Marathon atmosphere, but heat tests their mettle."
Miles of heart: Scotty Hayden wins Eau Claire Marathon, brother Cory wins 13.1
Scott Hayden, Blugold cross country volunteer assistant coach, is featured in the May 4 Leader-Telegram story " Miles of heart: Scotty Hayden wins Eau Claire Marathon, brother Cory wins 13.1"
Halmstad, Security Health Plan honored as "Communities Champions"
Alumnus Zach Halmstad and Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, are quoted in the May 1 Leader-Telegram story "Halmstad, Security Health Plan honored as 'Communities Champions'".
The Innocent Men
UW-Eau Claire men's a cappella group The Innocent Men are profiled on the April 30 WQOW-TV 18 story "The Innocent Men."
Legally Speaking: Leading by reading
Two UW-Eau Claire programs, ECLIPSE, and Reading Partners are profiled in the April 29 CHippewa Valley Business Report story "Legally Speaking: Leading by reading."
UW-EC students tackle marathon class
Sophomore Ginny Young, freshman Erin Brault, Tracy Yengo, kinesiology, Matt Evans, physics, and professor emeritus of computer science Paul Wagner are all quoted in the April 26 Leader-Telegram story " UW-EC students tackle marathon class."
Whose morality rules at Valleybrook Church?
Dr. Charlene Burns, religious studies, is quoted in the April 26 Leader-Telegram story "Whose morality rules at Valleybrook Church?"
Five years running: UWEC again makes Princeton Review green colleges list
Dr. Christina Hupy, geography and current Sustainability Fellow, is quoted in the April 24 Leader-Telegram story "Five years running: UWEC again makes Princeton Review green colleges list."
Ann Devroy Memorial Forum: Washington Post columnist not convinced of Walker’s 2016 presidential prospects
The 18th annual Ann Devroy Memorial Forum at UW-Eau Claire is featured in the April 24 Leader-Telegram story "Ann Devroy Memorial Forum: Washington Post columnist not convinced of Walker’s 2016 presidential prospects." Senior Courtney Kueppers is pictured.
Casper Star-Tribune editor Jason Adrians named publisher
UW-Eau Claire alumnus Jason Adrians, '99, has been named publisher of the Casper, Wyoming Star-Tribune. Read full story.
UW-Eau Claire excels with "Green" residence halls
Kate Hartsel, housing and residence life, is interviewed for the April 21 WEAU-TV 13 story "UW-Eau Claire excels with "Green" residence halls."
UW-Eau Claire students kick off Earth Week
Junior Miranda Stelmach is interviewed for the April 19 WEAU-TV 13 story "UW-Eau Claire students kick off Earth Week."
Students exhibit collaborative research at state Capitol
UW-Eau Claire student researchers are featured in the April 19 LEader-Telegram story "Students exhibit collaborative research at state Capitol."
Jazz Festival under way in Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire Jazz Fest is featured in the April 18 Leader-Telegram story "Jazz Festival under way in Eau Claire."
Three to be inducted into Conservation Hall of Fame
Professor emeritus of philosophy Ronald Koshoshek is featured in the April 18 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story "Three to be inducted into Conservation Hall of Fame."
UW-Eau Claire students to get first-hand lesson in drone technology
Dr. Joe Hupy, geography, and senior Tim Condon are featured in the April 15 WEAU-TV 13 report "UW-Eau Claire students to get first-hand lesson in drone technology." Dr. Hupy was also interviewed about the drone technology by WPR on April 14. Listen to archived broadcast here.
Spring Valley man overcomes battle with cancer, amputation
Freshman Jacob Richardson is featured in the April 12 Leader-Telegram story "Spring Valley man overcomes battle with cancer, amputation."
Advocates stress need for Hmong studies program
Caitlin Lee, affirmative action office, is featured in the April 5 Leader-Telegram story "Advocates stress need for Hmong studies program." This story was reprinted in La Crosse Tribune and the Oshkosh Northwestern.
UW-Eau Claire Chancellor hopes proposed UW cuts will be reduced
Chancellor James Schmidt is interviewed for the April 14 WEAU-TV 13 report "UW-Eau Claire Chancellor hopes proposed UW cuts will be reduced."
Campuses combat Yik Yak with positivity
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the University Business article "Campuses combat Yik Yak with positivity."Campuses combat Yik Yak with positivity"
Former Iran hostage, local expert discuss Iran nuclear deal
Dr. Ali Abootalebi, political science, was interviewed for the April 9 WEAU-TV story "Former Iran hostage, local expert discuss Iran nuclear deal."
Co-teaching gaining popularity in student-teacher training
Seniors Clarke Bearrick, Mary Beth Hipple and Samantha Leffin are featured in the April 4 Leader-Telegram story "Co-teaching gaining popularity in student-teacher training."
Confluence Call-in on WPR April 9
Mike Rindo, chancellor's office, will be part of a panel of guests taking call-in questions and comments about the Confluence Project this Thursday at 10:00 a.m. on Spectrum West on 88.3 WHWC-FM Menomonie-Eau Claire. Listen to live or archived show here.
Bad for bikes?: Enthusiasts say proposed state budget cuts would be harmful
Dr. Bob Eierman, chemistry, is quoted in the April 7 Leader-Telegram article "Bad for bikes?: Enthusiasts say proposed state budget cuts would be harmful."
Old Hmong vs.New Hmong: Community tries to balance modern living with traditions
Caitlin Lee, affirmative action office, is quoted in the April 5 Leader-Telegram story "Old Hmong vs.New Hmong: Community tries to balance modern living with traditions."
Top 10 Steps To Respond To Cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is mentioned in the April 1 Huffington Post article "Top 10 Steps To Respond To Cyberbullying."
UW-Eau Claire hosts system president, addresses budget issues
UW System president Ray Cross visited UW-Eau Claire on April 1. See the reports from WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18.
UW-Eau Claire professor helps make popular app bully-proof
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is featured in the March 26 WQOW-TV 18 story "UW-Eau Claire professor helps make popular app bully-proof."
Experts expect drone use to surge
Dr. Joe Hupy, geography, is quoted in the March 28 Manitowoc HTRnews.com story titled "Experts expect drone use to surge."
UW-Eau Claire professor helps make popular app bully-proof
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, was featured in the March 26 WQOW News 18 story "UW-Eau Claire professor helps make popular app bully-proof."
Wisconsin lawmakers discuss regulation of drones
Dr. Joseph Hupy, geography and anthropology, was quoted in the March 25 Associated Press story "Wisconsin lawmakers discuss regulation of drones." The story appeared on more than 20 news sites nationwide, including the St. Paul Pioneer Press, The Stamford (Conn.) Advocate, The Washington Times, The Fresno (Cal.) Bee, The Kansas City Star, the Miami Herald and the Idaho Statesman.
UW-Eau Claire to open dorms for Eaux Claires fest-goers
UW-Eau Claire's Towers Hall was the topic of the March 26 WEAU 13 News story "UW-Eau Claire to open dorms for Eaux Claires fest-goers."
New salary negotiation workshop offered on campus
Staci Heidtke, Career Services, was interviewed for the March 25 UW-River Falls Student Voice story "New salary negotiation workshop offered on campus."
Eau Claire City Council opposes state aid cut for UW-EC
The proposed 2015-17 state budget cuts to UW-Eau Claire and the entire UW System were the topic of the March 24 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram story "Eau Claire City Council opposes state aid cut for UW-EC."
Building Commission recommends Towers dorm renovations
The renovation of UW-Eau Claire's Towers residence hall was the topic of the March 24 WEAU 13 News story "Building Commission recommends Towers dorm renovations" and the March 25 WQOW News 18 story "State Building Commission OKs plans to renovate dorm on UWEC campus."
The Rise of ISIL & the Political Bankruptcy of Arab Politics in the Levant
Dr. Ali R. Abootalebi, political science, authored the commentary "The Rise of ISIL & the Political Bankruptcy of Arab Politics in the Levant" posted March 24 in the blog "Informed Comment: Thoughts on the Middle East, History and Religion."
When school fights break out in Miami-Dade, cameras are often rolling
Justin Patchin, political science, was quoted in the March 22 Miami Herald story "When school fights break out in Miami-Dade, cameras are often rolling."
UW-EC Rhodes scholar captivated by science
Student Tayo Sanders II, UW-Eau Claire's second Rhodes Scholar, is featured in the March 22 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram article "UW-EC Rhodes scholar captivated by science."
Projected budget cuts prompt chancellor to offer incentives to employees to leave
Dr. Geoff Peterson, political science; Chancellor James Schmidt; Katie Wilson, Student Health Service and academic staff representative to UW System; and Dr. Erica Benson, English, were interviewed for the March 22 Eau Claire Leader-Telegram story "Projected budget cuts prompt chancellor to offer incentives to employees to leave."
When school fights break out in Miami-Dade, cameras are often rolling
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the March 22 Miami Herald article "When school fights break out in Miami-Dade, cameras are often rolling."
Army Band concert features UW-Eau Claire grad
Alumnus Brian Spurgeon is featured in the March 19 Chippewa Herald article "Army Band concert features UW-Eau Claire grad."
UW-EC students, officials speak out against bigotry at rally
Chancellor James Schmidt, vice-chancellor Beth Hellwig, campus police Sgt. Chris Kirchman and students Devin Dawson and Prabha Raja are quoted in the March 20 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC students, officials speak out against bigotry at rally." International student Toru Yoshikawa is pictured.
The rally was also covered in local television reports from WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18.
The rally was also covered in local television reports from WEAU-TV 13 and WQOW-TV 18.
UW-Eau Claire aims to rally against hate
Senior Blake Thielmann and Dr. Joe Abhold, dean of students office, are interviewed for the March 17 WEAU-TV 13 report "UW-Eau Claire aims to rally against hate."The story is also on WQOW-TV 18, featuring interviews with Abhold and students Allie Simser and Rob Lindforce.
AET Announces New St. Paul Environmental Manager
Alumnus Gregory Beckstrom, geology '84, is featured in the March 16 American Engineering Testing, Inc. story "AET Announces New St. Paul Environmental Manager."
Racist comments spur upcoming UW-Eau Claire rally
Chancellor James Schmidt and Dean of Students, Joe Abhold, are quoted in the March 16 Leader-Telegram story "Racist comments spur upcoming UW-Eau Claire rally."
What Do You Do When Your Best Friend Is Better Than You?
Research by Dr. April Bleske-Rechek is cited in the March 15 Cosmopolitan magazine story "What Do You Do When Your Best Friend Is Better Than You?"
'Gruesome Playground’ focuses on relationship
Seniors Sean Porten and Molly Wilson are featured in the March 15 Leader-Telegram story "'Gruesome Playground’ focuses on relationship."
Facing state cuts, UW-Eau Claire offers buyouts to older employees
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the March 13 Wisconsin State Journal article "Facing state cuts, UW-Eau Claire offers buyouts to older employees."
St. Olaf College professor Kaethe Schwehn revisits the past in 'Tailings'
John Hildebrand, English, is quoted in the March 10 Northfield News story "St. Olaf College professor Kaethe Schwehn revisits the past in 'Tailings'."
Local history professor weighs-in on recent fatal shootings
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton is quoted in the Mar. 10 WQOW-TV 18 story "Local history professor weighs-in on recent fatal shootings."
Be Smart, Buddy Up campaign starts today at UW-EC
Seniors Mat Rieckhoff, Amanda Stelten and Demetrius Evans are interviewed for the March 9 WEAU-TV 13 story "Be Smart, Buddy Up campaign starts today at UW-EC." The campaign is also covered in the WQOW-TV 18 story "'Be Smart, Buddy Up' campaign promotes safety while drinking." Reickhoff and Peggy O;Halloran, Center for Alcohol Studies and Education, are interviewed.
There Is a Lack of Research on the Longterm Effects of Cyberbullying
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the March 9 Motherboard article titled "There Is a Lack of Research on the Longterm Effects of Cyberbullying."
UW-EC prof helps uncover possible tunnel from ancient palace
Dr. Harry Jol, geography and anthropology, is featured in the March 8 Leader-Telegram story "UW-EC prof helps uncover possible tunnel from ancient palace."
UW-Eau Claire student named Rhodes Scholar, recognized at Board of Regents
Tayo Sanders II is featured in the March 5 WEAU-TV 13 story "UW-Eau Claire student named Rhodes Scholar, recognized at Board of Regents."
Beautiful and Treacherous
Robin Leary, Foundation, is quoted in the March 6 Volume One story "Beautiful and Treacherous."
UW-Eau Claire explores cost sharing with other UW campuses
Chancellor James Schmidt is interviewed in the March 6 WQOW-TV 18 story "UW-Eau Claire explores cost sharing with other UW campuses."
JAMF Software adopts employee-friendly approach to office environment
Alumnus Zach Halmstad of JAMF Software is quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram story "JAMF Software adopts employee-friendly approach to office environment."
Proposed UW System Public Authority to end faculty and staff's "state employment" status
Dr.'s Jim Phillips and Bob Eierman, chemistry, are interviewed for the WQOW-TV 18 report "Proposed UW System Public Authority to end faculty and staff's "state employment" status."
UW-Eau Claire students spread the word to end the "R" word
Senior John Schiel is featured in the Mar. 4 WEAU-TV 13 report "UW-Eau Claire students spread the word to end the "R" word." The campaign was also featured on WQOW-TV 18 on Mar. 4.
UW-Eau Claire chancellor gives testimony about proposed budget cuts
Chancellor James Schmidt is featured in the March 3 WQOW-TV 18 story "UW-Eau Claire chancellor gives testimony about proposed budget cuts."
UW’s Cross asks lawmakers to reduce budget cut
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the March 4 Wisconsin Radio Network story "UW’s Cross asks lawmakers to reduce budget cut."The March 3 budget committee hearing was also covered by the following media:
- La Crosse Tribune, "UW System president Ray Cross asks for smaller cuts, more autonomy."
- Kenosha News, "Committee seeks assurances of no UW tuition surge."
- Chippewa Herald, "Budget committee demands assurances of no UW tuition surge."
- Chippewa Herald, "UW head Ray Cross: $300M cut is 'too much and too fast'."
Chancellor says he supports flexibility in UW System
Chancellor James Schmidt is quoted in the March 3 Leader-Telegram story "Chancellor says he supports flexibility in UW System."
Wisconsin sand mining is big business, but health effects questioned
Dr. Crispin Pierce, environmental public health, is interviewed for the March 3 WISM-ABC television report titled "Wisconsin sand mining is big business, but health effects questioned."
College Democrats of Wisconsin: UW-Eau Claire petition gathers over 26,000 signatures
Junior Anna Schwanebeck is quoted in the March 3 WisPolitics.com story "College Democrats of Wisconsin: UW-Eau Claire petition gathers over 26,000 signatures."
Woman's worth — Can a homemaker's work be assessed? A Supreme Court judgment on a compensation case has reopened the debate
Dr. Sanjukta Chaudhuri, economics, was quoted in the Feb. 25 issue of the newspaper "The Telegraph," which is published in all major cities of India. The article is titled "Woman's worth — Can a homemaker's work be assessed? A Supreme Court judgment on a compensation case has reopened the debate." Speaking from a feminist-economics perspective, Chaudhuri speaks out in favor of calculating the value of housework accomplished by women who are homemakers and including it in India's GDP in recognition of the productive value generated by homemakers every year.
Kids and parents celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday
UW-Eau Claire Americorps Eclipse program is mentioned in the Feb. 28 WEAU-TV 13 story "Kids and parents celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday."
New age of imaging and production taking shape with 3-D printers
Steve Rannis, computer science, is quoted in the Feb. 28 Leader-Telegram story "New age of imaging and production taking shape with 3-D printers."
The Fire Ball drag show and fundraiser
UW-Eau Claire's Fire Ball is featured in the Feb. 27 WEAU-TV 13 story "The Fire Ball drag show and fundraiser."
Education, not harsh penalties, a more effective solution for teen sexting
Dr. Justin Patchin, political science, is quoted in the Feb. 27 Santa Clarita Valley Signal article titled "Education, not harsh penalties, a more effective solution for teen sexting."
Panel looks to answer public's questions about area police
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, is quoted in the Feb. 26 WEAU-TV 13 story "Panel looks to answer public's questions about area police". The story is also covered in the WQOW-TV 18 story "Community discussion on race, policing."
UW asked to no longer file state sexual assault report
Dr. Joe Abhold, dean of students, is interviewed for the Feb. 27 WEAU-TV 13 report "UW asked to no longer file state sexual assault report."
Bob Nowlan: We must band together to stop UW cuts
Bob Nowlan, English, has written a letter to the editor published in the Feb. 23 Capitol Times titled "We must band together to stop UW cuts."
Union leaders speak out on right-to-work bill
Dr. Erik Kasper, political science, is interviewed in the Feb. 24 WEAU-TV 13 story "Union leaders speak out on right-to-work bill."
Voice of the People: Schmidt a strong leader
Tracy Yengo, kinesiology, has had a Voice of the Poeple published in the Feb. 25 Leader-Telegram, titled "Schmidt a strong leader."
Bon Iver Frontman to Program a New Wisconsin Music Festival
Alumnus Justin Vernon is featured in the New York Times ArtsBeat feature titled "Bon Iver Frontman to Program a New Wisconsin Music Festival."
Bitter wind chills can't freeze out the fun at Polar Plunge
International student Dilon Del Guercio, a Colombian native, is quoted in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram story "Bitter wind chills can't freeze out the fun at Polar Plunge."
Panel aims to increase trust in community
Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton, history, is featured in the Feb. 23 Leader-Telegram Take 5 interview "Panel aims to increase trust in community."
Student effort aims to boost recycling
International student, Amyline Sivathayalan, Malaysia, is featured in the Feb. 22 Leader-Telegram story "Student effort aims to boost recycling." Kate Hartsel, housing and residence life, is also quoted in the story.
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