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Carbliss taps UW-Oshkosh advertising students for fresh media strategies
Carbliss, one of Wisconsin’s fastest-growing beverage brands, came to the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh expecting to hear a series of student media proposals. What they didn’t expect was to be leaning forward in their seats as senior Kenny Satori and his teammates unveiled a TouchTunes activation idea that immediately grabbed their attention. The team’s concept, which […]
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UW-Parkside and Ordify AI Forge Partnership to Cultivate Next-Generation AI Talent and Drive Business Innovation
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside (UW-Parkside) and Ordify AI are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at developing the future leaders in artificial intelligence and empowering local businesses with transformative AI solutions. This collaboration will provide UW-Parkside students with unparalleled hands-on experience in cutting-edge agentic AI development and solution architecture, preparing them for high-demand careers […]
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All stacked up: Ashley Furniture-sponsored project results in ‘better product’ developed by UW-Stout engineering seniors
Student team builds functional nonstandard pallet stacker to be implemented, replicated in company’s facilities A team of engineering students at UW-Stout designed an innovative nonstandard pallet stacker for Arcadia-based Ashley Furniture, which plans to quickly implement the machine in its facilities. Within their Senior Design Experience II capstone course, the team was tasked with building a […]
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UW-Superior introduces new online AI Essentials certificate
The University of Wisconsin-Superior has recently introduced a new online AI Essentials: Strategies for Efficiency & Productivity certificate. This certificate is designed for learners who want to build strong, non-technical artificial intelligence skills that support today’s workforce needs. Individuals seeking academic credit can enroll in IDS 499, which provides three undergraduate credits upon completion of all workshops and required […]
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UW-Stevens Point forestry graduate discovered her purpose through fieldwork, research
Alice Maas’ journey to discover her purpose at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point was built on fieldwork and research that took her from the campus’ Schmeeckle Reserve to as far as villages and a school in Kenya. Having graduated from the College of Natural Resources in December 2025 with a degree in ecosystem restoration and management, Maas feels […]
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Blugold students to present at Research in the Rotunda
Eleven Blugold undergraduate researchers and their faculty mentors will share their research and creative projects ranging from neurodivergence to PFAS testing of rural drinking water at the annual Research in the Rotunda event March 11 in Madison. The 22nd annual event highlights important research by Universities of Wisconsin campuses. Research posters will be displayed in […]
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Tracking Emerging Contaminants in the Greater Milwaukee Estuary
A unique research collaboration is providing students at all levels with interdisciplinary hands-on training in a critical field: analyzing how emerging contaminants affect a major urban waterway. Inna Popova, an assistant professor of soil chemistry, environmental toxicology and contaminants at UW-Madison, and Laodong Guo, professor of aquatic biogeochemistry at UW-Milwaukee, are studying the pollution history […]
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UW-Platteville student wins first place for assistive zipper device
A University of Wisconsin-Platteville student earned first place in the WiSys Innovation On-Ramp program after presenting an assistive zipper device designed to help people with limited hand mobility. The Eazy Zip is an attachable cube that fits onto a zipper pull. Its cover wraps around the zipper tab and gently pushes surrounding fabric away from […]
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UW-Whitewater biology bird cam delivers entertainment, learning opportunities
Motivated by a passion for learning about the surrounding environment and a love of birds, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Department of Biology built a tool with the potential to captivate audiences and support valuable hands-on learning opportunities for students. In May of 2025, the department launched a “nature cam” livestream on YouTube. Inspired by the bird cams […]
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The gift of gratitude
UW research scientist and meditation teacher Cortland Dahl explains what’s so great about gratitude, no matter the time of year. After the season of Black Fridays, Cyber Mondays, and a constant bombardment of sentimental commercials pulling at our heart and purse strings, there’s one more gift to consider—gratitude. The price is right. No need for a receipt. And even […]