Tourism
Tourism is a strong driver of Wisconsin’s economy. From preserving Wisconsin’s natural resources to hosting national events in partnership with local communities, our students and faculty are helping to boost Wisconsin as a tourist destination.
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History major gains experience, skills from Oshkosh Public Museum internship
August 8, 2022
Internships are a great way for students to gain real-world experience and skills within their field of study before graduation. This summer, senior University of Wisconsin Oshkosh history major and […]
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From dishwasher to ‘Iron Chef’
July 21, 2022
Known for Hmong cuisine, Yia Vang is a rising restaurateur Yia Vang used to wash dishes and count the days until he would never again have to work in a […]
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UW-Eau Claire public history students create exhibit in Irvine Park Welcome Center in Chippewa Falls
July 20, 2022
Visitors to Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls now can learn about the history of the city and park thanks to an exhibit in the park’s Welcome Center that was created […]
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I want that mattress! UW-Parkside professor mentoring former student’s start-up business
July 1, 2022
Picture this: You spend a few days away from home at an Airbnb, hotel or Vrbo. After a couple of restful nights, you realize how much you like … the […]
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UW-Eau Claire art students collaborate with local business on welding project
June 7, 2022
As Brittany Harp puts the finishing touches on her metal sculpture — a creation made with shapes and colors to represent the sun — the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire […]
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Still running: Agreements keep WIAA state track meet at UWL
June 3, 2022
The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association agreed to five-year contracts with the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and Explore La Crosse to host the State Track and Field Championships in La Crosse through […]
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UW-River Falls: Food Ready Space opens at St. Croix Valley Business Incubator Center
May 4, 2022
When the new 3,000-square-foot Food Ready Space opened in February at the St. Croix Valley Business Incubation Center, it required no marketing before all seven spaces were filled with entrepreneurs […]
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Leader of the Pack: Brian Gutekunst’s path from UW-La Crosse to general manager in Titletown
May 3, 2022
In 1994, a shoulder injury seemed to spell the end of Brian Gutekunst’s time with the UW-La Crosse football team. Coach Roger Harring had other ideas. “It was evident my […]
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UW-River Falls to offer international dual degree program, partners with university in the Netherlands
January 5, 2022
The UW System Board of Regents has approved a new undergraduate Bachelor of Science program in international food operations management at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF). This is a […]
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UW-Milwaukee history alum forges cultural connections at Luxembourg museum
December 23, 2021
The only thing that Serena Stuettgen knew about Luxembourg was that it was a small country in Europe. Even so, she applied as a curator at the Luxembourg American Cultural Society […]