Campus Stories
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Fantastic fellows: Community Engaged Fellowships a win-win for students, nonprofits
January 11, 2023
As a senior management major, Avery Frankl is getting a solid education at UW-La Crosse. However, Frankl knows that not everything can be learned in the classroom. That’s why she jumped at the chance to participate in UWL’s new Community Engaged Fellowship program, which provides students with high-impact learning opportunities at local nonprofit organizations. “Whereas […]
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When hurricanes threaten, national media turn to UWM prof’s website
January 10, 2023
As hurricanes loomed over the southeast United States, both the Washington Post and the New York Times consulted a database on a UWM professor’s website for information on these storms, past and present. What were they looking for that they couldn’t get from NOAA’s National Hurricane Center? Clark Evans, a UWM professor of atmospheric science, […]
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Back to school: Retirees enjoy opportunity to hit the books — at no cost
January 9, 2023
Retirees enjoy opportunity to hit the books — at no cost Linda Kastantin has always wanted to learn more about constitutional law. Now the retired clinic manager from Gundersen Health System has the time. So, she’s heading back to her alma mater — UW-La Crosse — to learn all about it. Kastantin is one of […]
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These creative problem solvers make profound contributions – and good pay
January 6, 2023
Natasja Iversen loved math in high school. She took a computer programming class and became interested in a career path that combined them. “I found data analytics was a happy medium,” said the senior from Oshkosh. “I always liked problem-solving games. I like to visualize how to improve a process,” Iversen said. UW-Stevens Point was […]
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Transformational gift to UW-River Falls for dairy plant renovation establishes Wuethrich Family/Grassland Dairy Center of Excellence
January 5, 2023
Contribution brings total Wuethrich-Grassland commitment to $1 million Following a transformational gift, the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Dairy Pilot Plant will now be known as the Wuethrich Family/Grassland Dairy Center of Excellence. The Wuethrich Family Foundation and Grassland Dairy Products, Inc., of Greenwood, dairy industry leaders and longtime UWRF strategic partners, announced today an additional […]
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High impact: UW-Stout assistant professor helps unlock a key to energy-efficient skyscrapers
January 4, 2023
Use of photovoltaic windows could significantly cut energy use and CO2 emissions, national lab study finds Skyscrapers dominate city skylines, but these massive glass-walled structures can be made more energy efficient through the addition of thermally efficient photovoltaic — PV — windows, according to an analysis by researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National […]
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Howell returns to UW-Platteville, discusses importance of diversity and representation in mental health counseling
January 4, 2023
“I love my job. I love counseling,” said Brittany Howell, multicultural specialist and counselor at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. “Being a former student of color on campus and to now help current students navigate the same journey, it’s full circle.” Howell, a licensed professional counselor, earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UW-Platteville and returned to her alma […]
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UWO biologist part of pioneering research on mammal evolution
January 3, 2023
A groundbreaking new study by a research team that included University of Wisconsin Oshkosh biologist Morgan Churchill showed that social mammals evolve faster than solitary ones and herbivores evolve faster than carnivores The research, published in a recent issue of the prestigious journal Science, analyzed 3D scans of over 300 mammal skulls housed in more than […]
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UWM film student captures reality of caring for someone with dementia
December 29, 2022
Caring for someone with dementia can be a difficult, loving journey. UWM first-year film student Riley Killian captured that reality in a 45-minute documentary on the experiences of caregivers – “Unconditional: A Journey of Selfless Love.” The documentary was shown at venues in the Fox Valley area during October, and Killian is working to get it […]
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UW-Green Bay: One working mom’s homework—kids, COVID and a BSN
December 22, 2022
Without question, Lisa Pawlak is driven. As one of the hundreds of students graduating this winter at UW-Green Bay’s commencement ceremony, Lisa’s path to earn her bachelor of science in nursing speaks to the tenacious, problem-solving nature of a UW-Green Bay student. Lisa has completed her degree while working full time as a registered nurse […]