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E-fraud is no joke. UWO student helping sheriff track troubling data, alert community
E-fraud is increasingly a threat to people in Winnebago County. And University of Wisconsin Oshkosh criminal justice and psychology student Abigail “Abi” Thede has been digging into the data to better understand and strategize how to help the county sheriff’s department and residents shield themselves from the risks and the fraudsters. “By working on this [...]
Bridging education and law enforcement: The success of UW-Platteville graduates at the Milwaukee Police Department
To build a solid team, there must be a shared commitment to the mission and a unified vision. At the Milwaukee Police Department, one team exemplifies this: the forensics division. Seven of the 11 members are graduates of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, with 2018 alumna Cassandra Strandberg leading the way as crime scene supervisor. Strandberg’s [...]
Next gen manufacturing: New CAM-AI will leverage resources to support industry in Wisconsin
Center for Advanced Manufacturing-AI aims to draw on university expertise to solve problems, collaborate on opportunities Small and midsize manufacturers in Wisconsin and Minnesota have a new resource — and ally — in their quest for growth and success. The Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Artificial Intelligence — CAM-AI — has been created at UW-Stout to leverage [...]
Illuminating Wisconsin’s past: UWL Archaeologist Heather Walder honored for innovative research and collaborative methods
Heather Walder, a leading figure in Wisconsin archaeology, is being celebrated for her innovative contributions to the field with the Increase A. Lapham Research Medal, one of the Wisconsin Archeological Society’s highest honors. The award, which recognizes significant achievements in Wisconsin archaeology and anthropology, will be formally presented on Oct. 18 in Milwaukee. A faculty [...]
In helping students find housing, ‘Mama Erin’ brings the TLC and hard-won street smarts
At a recent campus forum for UW–Madison students about housing options in the city, panelist Erin Warner paused the proceedings early on to secure more chairs for the overflow crowd and to make sure everyone knew about the free lunch buffet. “I’m a mother,” she told the students. “I want everyone to be fed and [...]
UW-Stevens Point interior architecture professor designed a cultural landscape
A public, interpretive park sits on the banks of the Wisconsin River in Stevens Point, filled with lush plants, sculptures, rock formations and artifacts from around the world. Located within Pfiffner Park, the Cultural Commons interactive garden exists to connect people and other cultures, specifically those of Stevens Point’s sister cities and of the native [...]
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Universities of Wisconsin continue to promote civil discourse, academic freedom (day 2 news summary)
MADISON – The Universities of Wisconsin presented the Board of Regents on Friday its annual report on the UWs’ ongoing commitment to academic freedom and freedom of expression. “Freedom of expression is a concept that is deeply woven into the fabric of academia and – like many of our counterparts across the country – we’ve [...]
Universities of Wisconsin honor achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies through 2024 awards
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 13 honorees of the 2024 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People, an annual honor given to LGBTQ+ people or their allies who have helped to create a safer and more inclusive climate for LGBTQ+ people. The award celebrates the memory and [...]
Universities of Wisconsin focused on building for the future (day 1 news summary)
MADISON – The Universities of Wisconsin presented the Board of Regents on Thursday with a comprehensive update on the implementation of the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan to date. UWs President Jay Rothman reminded Regents of the four guiding strategic objectives under the plan adopted by the Board in December 2022: Enhance the student experience and social [...]
Universities of Wisconsin Administration releases its financial assessment
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman announced today the public release of the financial assessment of the Universities of Wisconsin Administration (UWSA). It is the final review performed by a third-party reviewer. “These reviews have helped us refine steps to eliminate structural deficits at a number of our universities and embark on a path [...]
Universities of Wisconsin honor Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award recipients for 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 12 recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award, an annual honor given to faculty, staff, students, or community members to recognize their achievements in advancing equity and inclusion for people of color within the Universities of Wisconsin as well as communities across the [...]
UW-Oshkosh Chancellor Search and Screen Committee Named
MADISON, Wis.—Amy B. Bogost, President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, and Jay Rothman, President of the Universities of Wisconsin, today appointed a 14-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next UW-Oshkosh (UWO) chancellor. Regent Ashok Rai will chair the Search and Screen Committee. Andrew Smock, Associate Professor, Department of [...]
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