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Making a difference: Thomas Harris a driving force for UWL, area social justice
When Thomas Harris was graduating with a bachelor’s degree, three of his UW-Stevens Point mentors told him he had what it takes to make a difference among college students. Harris drove to La Crosse in August 1988 to discover how to do that through UWL’s college student personnel master’s program. He started classes that fall — the […]
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First UW-Green Bay water science undergraduate heads to graduate school at UWM
Kunze’s path exemplifies how undergraduate research opportunities and mentoring can lead to more water scientists Tyler Kunze never anticipated a career as a water scientist. Yet in May, he became the first student to earn a bachelor’s degree in water science from UW-Green Bay. He’s now a graduate student in UW-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences […]
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UW-Platteville to support rural entrepreneurs with new prototyping services
Already known as a hub for creativity and innovation in the tri-state region, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville will soon be offering additional services to budding entrepreneurs throughout the region with the launch of Pioneer Prototyping Services. In March, UW-Platteville was awarded an Entrepreneurship Support Grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation in order to create […]
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New Blugold becomes fourth generation in her family to study at UW-Eau Claire
Like many families, Lucy Franklin cherishes her family’s traditions, those special experiences shared among generations that help to keep them connected. This fall, Lucy is carrying forward one especially meaningful family tradition — becoming a Blugold. The new freshman is the fourth generation in her family to attend the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. “My parents, […]
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UW-Whitewater cybersecurity program validated by the U.S. National Security Agency
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has received the Program of Study Validation from the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. This recognition extends to the Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Technology with a Networking and Security emphasis offered by the College of Business and Economics. “It is an honor to earn this designation from the National Security […]
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UWO RTF grad has experience of a lifetime, ‘bucket list opportunity’ filming Olympics
As the Paralympics Games are underway this week in Tokyo, it’s fitting to recognize the work of a University of Wisconsin Oshkosh alumnus who helped bring the recent Olympic Games into our living rooms. Anyone who tuned in to NBC daytime coverage of the Tokyo Olympics was almost certainly watching the camera work of 2017 […]
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UW-Stevens Point Legacy Foundation gift of $3 million will enhance community health
A $3 million gift from the Legacy Foundation of Central Wisconsin to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will create a partnership to improve health and wellness of communities in South Wood County. The collaboration will identify and address challenges and opportunities related to public health. Initial partners include the Legacy Foundation, Wood County Health Department, […]
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UW-Milwaukee alum, business leader reflects on how students can ‘future-proof’ their careers
Michael Fenlon, chief people officer at PwC and a UWM alum, joined UWM Chancellor Mark Mone recently for a virtual discussion about how universities and businesses can collaborate on innovative solutions to prepare the workforce for the future. At PwC, a global network of firms delivering professional services, Fenlon has helped lead the U.S. firm’s efforts to […]
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UW-Green Bay Summer Bridge Program puts students on Path to Success
All students, no matter how academically gifted, enter college with some trepidation; many are apprehensive about their ability to succeed. At UW-Green Bay, a Summer Bridge Program is helping put minds at ease, while helping UW-Green Bay live its core mission—access. For Morgan Runaas, an entering freshman from Evansville, Wis. the program provided a growth opportunity and […]
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UW-Eau Claire testing classroom air quality in preparation for fall
When it comes to making campus safe for the start of the fall semester, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is taking extra measures to improve safety — right down to the air that students, faculty and staff breathe. As part of the overall campus plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on campus, Grace […]