After a successful launch in Fall 2024, the newly redesigned first-year experience course at the University of Wisconsin-Superior has proven to be a game-changer in supporting first-year students. Data from the first semester of this new approach shows a meaningful jump in fall-to-spring retention rates to 90 percent – a significant milestone in student success. […]

Offering a space for scientific inquiry, artistic examination, or a respite from our cold northern winter, the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Oexemann Greenhouse serves a multitude of purposes for students, faculty and community. The greenhouse is arguably one of the most beautiful spots on campus. Its rich greenery and blooming flowers create a vivid Eden. Walking […]

For Megan Glaser, the path to the University of Wisconsin-Superior was filled with twists and turns, but it’s a journey she is glad she traveled. An exercise science major with a minor in psychology and a self-designed minor in advocating wellness – Glaser had a difficult start as a full-time student at UW-Superior. “My dad and my family dog were both […]

Data is everywhere and powers everything that we do. People with the skills to properly analyze and display data to inform managerial decisions are highly sought in nearly every industry. For Tamami Igeta, an international student from Japan triple-majoring in marketing, supply chain management, and business analytics, the numbers played an important role in her decision to attend […]

Sunsets, coasts, the charging and receding waves of a blue sea. A Costa Rican way of life; natural, intentional and beautiful. “Is my life real?” wonders University of Wisconsin-Superior social work student Riley Rourke as she finds herself surrounded by jungle as far as the eye can see. UW-Superior’s social work study away program in Costa Rica revealed itself […]

A project six years in the making finally came to realization with the ceremonial ribbon cutting for the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s new Superior Choice Credit Union (SCCU) Stadium. “It’s been a long time coming, but we’re excited that the day is finally here,” Nick Bursik, UW-Superior director of athletics said. “We’re excited for the community to […]

The University of Wisconsin-Superior Department of Education announces more student choice while earning an elementary education, early childhood, special education, or early childhood special education license. In the past, these licenses have required testing related to candidate content area knowledge centered solely on the Praxis assessment. Recent changes give teacher candidates their choice using content area GPA (based on specified courses embedded in […]

The University of Wisconsin-Superior was recently named International Services Partner of the Year by the Red Cross. The award recognizes the mutually beneficial partnership of UW-Superior and the Red Cross. “UW-Superior is deeply committed to community engagement and public service, and we were honored to receive this meaningful recognition from the Red Cross,” said Katelyn Baumann, […]

Relax, play, and learn in celebration of local fresh water at Lake Superior Day from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, on Barker’s Island in Superior. Enjoy free fun for all ages, kids’ activities, stand-up paddleboarding, information booths and food vendors – all focused on appreciating the Great Lake. Lake Superior Day attendees can […]

In April, students from the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Sustainability Club attended the MIT Sustainability Summit 2024: Systems Change in Boston. Students from the Sustainability Club who attended the summit included Mikaela Matias, club president; Saya Kondo, club vice president; Aubrey Locke and Lucas Palomino. “Before attending the meeting, I was hoping to learn about the […]