{"id":11925,"date":"2025-02-11T09:09:59","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T15:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/all-in-wisconsin-new\/?post_type=campus_story&#038;p=11925"},"modified":"2025-02-11T12:28:49","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T18:28:49","slug":"uw-platteville-and-wisconsin-clothing-company-showcase-powerful-partnership","status":"publish","type":"campus_story","link":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/all-in-wisconsin\/story\/uw-platteville-and-wisconsin-clothing-company-showcase-powerful-partnership\/","title":{"rendered":"UW-Platteville and WCC Brands showcase powerful partnership"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mascots on Main: WCC Brands and UW-Platteville Showcase Powerful Partnership\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uobRp7HDvvg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The energy was palpable as UW-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich and the university\u2019s mascot, Pioneer Pete, travelled off campus to visit a local business with deep university roots: WCC Brands Custom Apparel. The visit marked the launch of the Universities of Wisconsin\u2019s \u201cMascots on Main\u201d campaign, a statewide initiative highlighting the vital connections between UW universities and the communities they serve.<\/p>\n<p>The WCC Brands illustrates the power of a UW-Platteville education. Owner Corey Kaiser is a proud UW-Platteville alumnus who turned a student venture into a successful local business, demonstrating the practical skills and innovative thinking he learned at the university.<\/p>\n<p>Chancellor Evetovich and Pioneer Pete\u2019s visit was more than just a photo opportunity; it was a chance to recognize and celebrate their partnership. The day began with a warm welcome from Corey who led the Chancellor and Pete on a tour of the facility, showcasing the company\u2019s operations. The visit culminated in a symbolic moment as the WCC Brands placed a \u201cWe Support the Universities of Wisconsin\u201d window cling on the company\u2019s storefront. This act demonstrated the company\u2019s public commitment to UW-Platteville and the broader Universities of Wisconsin, showcasing the mutual respect and support that exists between the university and its area businesses.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwhelp.wisconsin.edu\/find-your-uws\/?\"><strong><em>Find Your Fit<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>\u00a0\u2013 Find out which of the 13 unique Universities of Wisconsin is right for you<\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;We are incredibly proud of our partnership with WCC Brands,\u201d said Chancellor Evetovich. \u201cAs a family-owned, community-driven business, WCC has a deep commitment to the region \u2013 one that aligns closely with our values. We are excited to continue working together to make a lasting impact.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cMascots on Main\u201d campaign highlights the critical role the Universities of Wisconsin play in driving economic development and fostering community partnerships across the state. As the Universities of Wisconsin advocate for increased state funding, stories like the one shared by UW-Platteville and WCC Brands illustrate the benefits of investing in higher education and supporting the next generation of Wisconsin\u2019s leaders and entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from the \u201cMascots on Main\u201d campaign in the weeks to come.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwhelp.wisconsin.edu\/find-your-uws\/?&amp;\"><strong><em>13 Universities. Unlimited Opportunity.<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>\u00a0\u2013 Explore our campuses and apply today!<\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Written by Ethan Schuh, Universities of Wisconsin<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The energy was palpable as UW-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich and the university\u2019s mascot, Pioneer Pete, travelled off campus to visit a local business with deep university roots: WCC Brands Custom Apparel. 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