Campus Stories
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UW-Eau Claire research team featured in National Geographic and BBC documentaries
November 17, 2025
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire have rare and unique research opportunities. We discover examples of this every semester. From therapeutic gloves for Parkinson’s disease patients to building a robotic dog or tracking the changing landscape in a Minnesota flood plain, Blugolds do it all. But this is a first: Dr. Harry Jol, professor […]
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Parkinson’s treatment tested at UW-Madison showing promise in first clinical trial
November 14, 2025
Parkinson’s patients are receiving a new investigational treatment after a successful study at the University of Wisconsin–Madison helped demonstrate the cell therapy’s safety in non-human primates and refine the method for its delivery. Now, the biotechnology company running the trial is reporting encouraging results. Aspen Neuroscience recently announced they would enroll a third group of patients […]
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Mycologists on a mission: UWL researchers explore little-known world of truffles, make exciting discovery
November 13, 2025
Underground, all across Wisconsin, an entire world of undescribed organisms is waiting to be discovered. And a small team from UW-La Crosse is leading the way. Assistant Professor of Biology Arthur Grupe and graduate student Mariah Rogers have been traveling the state to identify, research and document Wisconsin’s population of truffles, a type of underground fungus sometimes found […]
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New transfer agreements between FVTC and UW-Green Bay empower students to pursue criminal justice and business careers
November 12, 2025
In celebration of National Transfer Student Week, Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) and the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay have announced two new transfer agreements that create affordable, streamlined pathways for students pursuing careers in Criminal Justice and Business. The partnership was formalized with a signing ceremony on October 23, 2025, at FVTC’s Public Safety Training Center. These agreements […]
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Two-time UW-Stout grad leaves mark as nontraditional student turned college president
November 11, 2025
Mid-State Technical College leader honed skills at UW-Stout Shelly Mondeik followed a nontraditional path to becoming a college president – a path that ran through UW-Stout and led her to be named one of Wisconsin’s top female leaders. Mondeik earned an associate’s degree after graduating from high school and immediately went to work in the […]
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UW-Stevens Point student discovers comprehensive acting education through Midwest Student Exchange Program
November 10, 2025
Picking up and moving out of state by yourself would be challenging for many, but University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point acting major Maikla Wilson said she wouldn’t have it any other way. Wilson, Kansas City, Kan., started taking theatre classes at a young age and developed a passion for it right away. Growing up, she primarily […]
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UW-Superior hosts high school students for Transportation and Logistics Day
November 7, 2025
The University of Wisconsin-Superior welcomed high school students from across the region for Transportation and Logistics Day on Friday, October 24, in the Yellowjacket Union. This annual event was designed to introduce students to the dynamic field of transportation and logistics management through hands-on experiences and direct engagement with industry professionals. Held on the UW-Superior […]
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UW-Oshkosh nursing students mark 20 years learning through poverty simulation
November 6, 2025
The Reeve Memorial Union ballroom was buzzing with activity on a recent morning as UW-Oshkosh nursing students hustled from table to table. As part of a simulation, some stood in line at the bank. Others pleaded with a landlord or tried to arrange childcare. A few hurried back to their “homes” clutching bus passes or […]
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Transfer student success a priority at UW-Whitewater
November 5, 2025
Transfer students who attend the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater are treated to the full Warhawk experience — and they’re succeeding as a result. The university joins thousands of institutions around the country to celebrate National Transfer Student Week, an annual event dedicated to celebrating the contributions of transfer students and the people who support them, from […]
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UW-Green Bay join forces with gener8tor, announce startup accelerator program
November 4, 2025
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Foundation have partnered with global venture firm and startup accelerator, gener8tor, to announce the inaugural gBETA UW-Green Bay pre-accelerator program powered by gener8tor. The accelerator focuses on early-stage companies working across all industries. gBETA UW-Green Bay is a free, seven-week, no-equity accelerator program that provides […]