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News Packages for December 8, 2025

Photo of UWSP student Gracie Gundersen (left) and another person at a business Pro Event.


UW-Stevens Point student finds growth and opportunity close to home

Gracie Gundersen of Stevens Point, Wis., found purpose, friendship, and opportunity right in her backyard after transferring to UW-Stevens Point from another university.

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Jim Dan Hill Library welcomes generous donation from Northland College

The University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Jim Dan Hill Library has been the recipient of a generous gift of approximately 2,500 books from Northland College’s Dexter Library, which closed in May 2025.

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From Baker to Biologist: UW-Green Bay Grad Soars into Bird Conservation Career

Sarah Baughman—a 2025 UW–Green Bay graduate with a Biology degree—has been accepted to UW-Green Bay’s new online master’s program in Biodiversity Conservation and Management.

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News Packages for December 1, 2025

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Making an impression: forensic investigation students contribute to state crime lab in first-of-its-kind partnership
It’s one thing to learn about your chosen profession within the confines of your major, but it’s another to put that knowledge into practice, especially when it could help solve a crime. That’s exactly what the Forensic Investigation Club at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is doing. The group is gaining applied experience that few students get before graduation.

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Worlds of words: Elva Crist on language, honors and global learning

Driven by a deep passion for language, Elva Crist has shaped her University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire journey around global education and cross-cultural connection. From joining the Mark Stephen Cosby Honors College to studying abroad in Iceland to earning a teaching English as a foreign language certificate, Crist’s story is one of curiosity, courage and an unwavering desire to teach and learn across borders.

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BenthicNet: How an Aquatic Insect Project Is Revitalizing Biomonitoring in Wisconsin

Andrew Malacara raves about “Bug Camp,” the informal name for training workshops that are part of a new project funded by the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin. Malacara is one of six students from UW-Parkside, UW-Stevens Point and UW-Madison who are participating in BenthicNet.

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News Packages for November 24, 2025

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Returning to their roots: Alumni physicians give back through UWL’s Physician Assistant Studies program
At UW-La Crosse, the Physician Assistant Studies program is inviting experienced medical professionals from across the La Crosse region to share their expertise in the classroom. Many of these professionals are UWL alumni, returning to their alma mater to educate the next generation of healthcare providers.

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UW-Superior hosts high school students for Transportation and Logistics Day

The University of Wisconsin-Superior welcomed high school students from across the region for Transportation and Logistics Day on October 24. This annual event was designed to introduce students to the dynamic field of transportation and logistics management through hands-on experiences and direct engagement with industry professionals.

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UW-Madison fostering closer research ties with federal defense, cybersecurity agencies

UW–Madison leaders are hoping to attract more “dual-use” research, meaning research that benefits both the Department of Defense and civilians.

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News Packages for November 17, 2025

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Learning to thrive and survive: Students use high-tech to build the ultimate in survival accommodations

A UW-Platteville course taught by Gail Hoffman is designed to prepare health and human performance majors to teach a wide range of outdoor and lifetime activities.

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UWO tapped by Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for pilot ambassador program

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) has selected the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh to launch a new statewide pilot program designed to connect college students with broadcasting professionals and develop the next generation of media talent.

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UW-Whitewater adds degree program to elevate health professionals

As part of a continued effort to fill vital workforce needs in the region, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has partnered with the state’s technical colleges to deliver a pathway for allied health professionals to careers in healthcare management.

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