UW-Stout News

Winterm enrollment increases 15.4 percent, sets record

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:57:37 +0000

Winterm enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Stout has gone over 2,000 for the first time.

Student center SuperGraphic captures student life over the years

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:52:14 +0000

While the Memorial Student Center was closed for renovations, four UW-Stout students were busy last fall working on their own special project. They were developing a nearly 180-foot-long, 4-foot-high mural representing student life over the years.

Towels made by alumnus will help 70,000 cheer on Packers

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:15:50 +0000

When the Green Bay Packers take the field against the New York Giants Sunday, Jan. 15, in the NFL playoffs, they’ll be greeted by a sea of fans waving gold Titletown Towels.

Co-op award-winner: Work experience ‘was phenomenal’

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:42:24 +0000

When he was a junior at University of Wisconsin-Stout, Justin Lilley spent eight months working full time as a packaging engineer at Bemis Manufacturing of Sheboygan Falls.

Applied science graduate involved in cutting-edge research

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:25:48 +0000

When Elizabeth Faust enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Stout as a freshman, she was all set on her major. Or so she thought. Shortly after reaching campus, she changed her mind.

Intersections film series examines social, cultural identities

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:34:15 +0000

What happens when social and cultural identities meet? A new film series, Intersections, will explore the issues.

Jedlicka earns lifetime honor from Institute of Packaging Professionals

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:43:58 +0000

Wendy Jedlicka, an instructor since 2009 in the School of Art and Design, has earned the Lifetime Packaging Professional Certification from the Institute of Packaging Professionals.

New touch-screen information kiosks greet visitors to campus

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:55:24 +0000

Visitors at UW-Stout won’t have to stop and ask for directions if they find one of four new touch-screen information kiosks on campus.

Vicki Knutson named November Classified Employee

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:04:31 +0000

Vicki Knutson has been named Classified Employee of the Month for November at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

State education group honors Dittmann for community service

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:25:30 +0000

UW-Stout’s Wendy Dittmann was honored recently by the Wisconsin Association of Career and Technical Educators during its 76th annual state conference in Appleton.

Events, activities planned by students to mark Earth Week, Earth Day

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:07:08 +0000

UW-Stout will mark Earth Week this week, leading up to Earth Day Sunday, with several events on and near campus.

Event to shed light on ‘invisible children,’ rebel war in Africa

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:34:39 +0000

UW-Stout will bring attention to a long-running conflict in Africa via a film screening and discussion. The documentary “Kony 2012” will be shown from 6-7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, in room 290 of Micheels Hall.

Spring Move Out helps the area’s needy, environment

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:59:40 +0000

UW-Stout students will be doing their best to leave the campus a better place this week when they depart for the summer. The fifth annual Spring Move Out will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 18.

Campus composting program expands to food, nutrition department

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:52:20 +0000

UW-Stout recently expanded its composting program by including waste from the food and nutrition department.

Voter ID cards, proof of enrollment forms available to students

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:49:56 +0000

UW-Stout is prepared to assist students who plan to vote in the Tuesday, Feb. 21, primary election. The state’s new voter identification law requires a photo ID and proof of enrollment.

Holiday Giving Tree on campus is helping local families in need

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:02:54 +0000

UW-Stout is hoping to make Christmas a little merrier for local families and children.

Nearly 1,300 to receive diplomas; two will receive honorary degrees

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:37:44 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout will issue its first honorary degrees in nine years Saturday as nearly 1,300 students receive their undergraduate and graduate diplomas in commencement ceremonies at Johnson Fieldhouse.

Nearly 700 to receive diplomas at winter commencement

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:50:23 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout will hold its winter commencement Saturday, Dec. 17, at Johnson Fieldhouse. A total of 669 students will receive degrees, including 119 graduate degrees.

Student reaps rewards as president of Club Managers chapter

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:48:12 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout senior Anna Jones, of Wild Rose, has been interested in the tourism field for a long time. As a young person, she worked in bed and breakfasts in Door County and in Rural, a small town close to her home.

University Communications receives award for crisis management

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:22:33 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout Office of University Communications has been honored for its crisis management practices by the Midwest chapter of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

Students are stars of April 20-22 Family Weekend

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:52:08 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout is Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, but during Family Weekend, April 20-22, performing arts will be center stage.

Survey under way for Dunn County technology literacy project

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:19:52 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout is part of the new Community Partnership for Technology Literacy in Dunn County.

Online recruiting fair offers live chat, virtual ‘booth’

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 19:59:03 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout is offering potential students a quick and easy way to become more familiar with Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University.

Reward offered for information about campus vandalism

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:52:08 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in two separate vandalism incidents on campus.

Mobile site gives students cell phone access to accounts

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:58:19 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout is making it easier for students to check their accounts, pay tuition bills and buy university apparel and tickets.

Chancellor urges graduates to ‘reinstate the value of civility’

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:59:34 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout graduates were challenged by Chancellor Charles W. Sorensen Saturday “to do all in your power to reinstate the value of civility” as they leave campus and enter the world of work.

ROTC commissioning ceremony scheduled for four cadets

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:20:26 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout department of military science — ROTC — will hold its Northwoods Army ROTC Battalion Winter Commissioning Ceremony for four cadets at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, in Kinnickinnic River Theatre at UW-River Falls.

Chancellor lauds President Obama’s college graduates proposal

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:30:05 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout Chancellor Charles W. Sorensen lauded President Obama for proposing Friday that the federal government for the first time track what happens to college students once they graduate.

‘Everybody Can Be Great’ is theme of MLK Day commemoration

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:53:44 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout and Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts will mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 16, with a special event.

Agreement will bring more Chinese students to UW-Stout

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:04:25 +0000

University of Wisconsin-Stout and Bei Fang University of Nationalities signed a five-year study-abroad agreement Tuesday in Menomonie.

Marshfield Clinic program offers intense hands-on experience

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:05:29 +0000

Two senior applied science majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout, Martha Fagan and Kelsey Posta, are used to hands-on learning at Jarvis Hall Science Wing.

Board of Regents approves two new majors in fine arts

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:31:41 +0000

Two new majors for art and design students attending the University of Wisconsin-Stout were approved Friday by the UW System Board of Regents.

UW-Stout receives $1 million gift from graduates who met at school

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:57:09 +0000

Two graduates of University of Wisconsin-Stout have contributed more than $1 million to the institution they say launched them into a successful business — and brought them together as a couple.

Dozen contestants line up to compete for title of Stoutman 2012

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:02:59 +0000

Twelve UW-Stout students will vie this week for the title of Stoutman 2012.

Student teams to compete in Apprentice Dunn County showcase

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:04:56 +0000

Three UW-Stout student teams will try to make the cut this week on the finals of The Apprentice Dunn County. The business competition, sponsored by the Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce, is modeled after the popular NBC TV show “The Apprentice” starring business mogul Donald Trump.

After recent trip, students collecting sunglasses for needy Nicaraguans

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:49:30 +0000

Three months after a group of UW-Stout students took a class in Nicaragua, they are giving back to the residents of the Central American country.

Three faculty named UW System teaching fellows, scholars

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:07:01 +0000

Three faculty members have been appointed 2012-13 UW-Stout Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars.

Campus fraternities, sororities give back to community

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:37:26 +0000

They hold all-you-can-eat dinners, chili feeds and bake sales to raise money, clean up highways, volunteer in nursing homes, rake leaves, baby-sit for parents and hold a senior citizen prom.

The votes are in: Blaze chosen as name for Blue Devil mascot

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:30:45 +0000

The votes are in and University of Wisconsin-Stout’s mascot is nameless no more. Its name is Blaze.

Figure Skating Club’s annual show Friday at Dunn County Ice Arena

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:02:40 +0000

The UW-Stout Figure Skating Club will put on its annual show from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, March 2, at the Dunn County Ice Arena.

DECA District competition to draw about 500 high school students

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:14:38 +0000

The University of Wisconsin-Stout marketing and business education program, and its affiliated Marketing and Business Education Association, will host the 40th annual DECA District One Career Development Conference Saturday, Jan. 14.

Madison West tops Menomonie for Science Olympiad state title

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:14:36 +0000

The top three teams remained the same, but this year there was a new champion in the Science Olympiad state high school tournament Saturday at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Professor to put his dog on the spot with calculus presentation

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:10:20 +0000

The thought of doing calculus can strike fear in the hearts of some people.

Self-help for the new year Part 3: Physical conditioning tips

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:00:29 +0000

The start of a new year can be a time of personal change. For some people, that means New Year’s resolutions while for others it’s simply a desire to improve some aspect of their lives.

Self-help for the new year Part 2: Diet, weight tips

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:49:34 +0000

The start of a new year can be a time of personal change. For some people, that means New Year’s resolutions while for others it’s simply a desire to improve some aspect of their lives.

Self-help for the new year Part 1: Emotional health tips

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:37:17 +0000

The start of a new year can be a time of personal change. For some people, that means New Year’s resolutions while for others it’s simply a desire to improve some aspect of their lives.

Class uses animation to continue Rube Goldberg tradition

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:09:14 +0000

The spirit of the Rube Goldberg Machine Contest is alive and well at UW-Stout, even if the university did not have a team in the whimsical, national engineering competition held last weekend.

CTE program to feature Menomonie school district superintendent

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:18:06 +0000

The second annual Career and Technical Educator in Residence program will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, March 20-21, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

University to host ASQ STEM Agenda Conference

Wed, 09 May 2012 17:31:16 +0000

The second American Society for Quality STEM Agenda Conference will be held Monday and Tuesday, July 16-17, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Student center living up to its name; grand opening Wednesday

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:37:07 +0000

The renovated Memorial Student Center at University of Wisconsin-Stout has been open for about three months and already has left lasting impressions.

Plastics industry professionals, students trained at university lab

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:36:05 +0000

The plastics lab at UW-Stout’s Jarvis Hall was busy recently with more than its usual cadre of engineering students. The lab, in conjunction with training company RJG, hosted a seminar for 12 professionals from the plastics industry.

Food students help Pillsbury narrow down Bake-Off finalists

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 15:39:09 +0000

The person who wins the $1 million prize in the Pillsbury Bake-Off® may owe a small debt of gratitude to a University of Wisconsin-Stout student.

Public input sought for new sustainability film-speaker series

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:59:58 +0000

The organizers of a new film and speaker series at University of Wisconsin-Stout are seeking program ideas from the public.

Student, public input sought on name of new university mascot

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:02:21 +0000

The new mascot at University of Wisconsin-Stout is more than three months old but still doesn’t have a name.

Employment rate for graduates remains at 97.9 percent

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:02:26 +0000

The new employment report for 2010-11 graduates of University of Wisconsin-Stout shows that the university is meeting President Obama’s challenge to produce graduates who will succeed in the workplace, Chancellor Charles W. Sorensen said.

List of mascot names narrowed to four; voting under way

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:58:24 +0000

The list has been narrowed and voting is under way to determine the name of the University of Wisconsin-Stout mascot.

Film crew from Pakistan to visit campus; Pakistani student wins award

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:51:39 +0000

The connection between UW-Stout and Pakistan is growing.

Chair of national lodging organization to speak on campus

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:23:13 +0000

The chair of the American Hotel & Lodging Association Board of Directors is scheduled to speak Wednesday, March 21, at UW-Stout.

Early Childhood Education Conference to draw a crowd

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:01:24 +0000

The 34th UW-Stout Early Childhood Education Conference, one of the biggest annual events on campus with about 900 attendees expected, will be held Thursday through Saturday.

Six students to present research at Posters in the Rotunda

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:04:26 +0000

Susan LoRusso envisions herself someday teaching at a university and doing research on the impact of public health campaigns.

Study abroad fundraiser planned at Harvey Hall Theatre

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:17:50 +0000

Students’ talents in dance, drumming and art will be feature during a special study abroad fundraiser and cultural event Thursday, Feb. 23, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

UW-Stout students to get modern student center

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:35:38 +0000

Students, faculty and staff may wonder if they are in the right place when the Memorial Student Center on the University of Wisconsin-Stout campus reopens Monday.

Space module mockups for NASA will be part of Senior Show

Tue, 08 May 2012 18:02:15 +0000

Students in a University of Wisconsin-Stout art class have had to learn to think outside the box — even though they have been working with cardboard — the past few weeks.

Board of Regents approves two new majors in fine arts

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:08:09 +0000

Students attending the University of Wisconsin-Stout will have two more majors to choose from this fall following action Friday by the UW System Board of Regents.

Students, faculty receive Research Day awards

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:52:59 +0000

Students and faculty recently received awards for their contributions to research at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

More than 90 projects to be presented on Research Day

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:39:38 +0000

Student, faculty and staff research will be in the spotlight this week at UW-Stout.

Student work featured at engineering, technology open house

Tue, 08 May 2012 15:54:54 +0000

Student projects covering packaging, plastics engineering, engineering technology, computer engineering, manufacturing engineering and more will be on display this week at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Students receive awards, scholarships and serve as ambassadors

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:25:41 +0000

Spring has been busy for students at University of Wisconsin-Stout. Individuals and groups have been traveling in and out of state receiving scholarships, awards and serving as ambassadors.

Golf enterprise management students work at national conference

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:56:00 +0000

Six UW-Stout golf enterprise management students gained hands-on experience last week in Las Vegas.

Seven students receive Samuel E. Wood Medallion for leadership

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:29:46 +0000

Seven UW-Stout students recently received the Samuel E. Wood Medallion, the highest and most prestigious nonacademic award, and 10 other individuals and groups were honored at the Leadership Awards Banquet.

Kralewski named Classified Employee of the Month for October

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:35:39 +0000

Peggy Kralewski, Telecommunications and Networking, has been named Classified Employee of the Month for October 2011.

Graduate honors brother, other war victims with Memorial Gallery

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:00:20 +0000

Paul Howells’ final project at University of Wisconsin-Stout was an intensely personal one.

Back to Broadway: Dance Ensemble shows this weekend

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:11:05 +0000

One of the largest student clubs at UW-Stout will put on its spring show Friday and Saturday. Dance Ensemble presents “Back to Broadway” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday in Harvey Hall Theatre.

Take Back the Night one of 11 sexual assault awareness projects

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:52:35 +0000

One in five women will experience sexual assault by their early 20s. In an effort to help stop that problem, a class at University of Wisconsin-Stout is taking proactive steps during April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Couple makes significant commitment to UW-Stout

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:37:05 +0000

Neither Kathie Blankenburg nor her husband Brian graduated from University of Wisconsin-Stout. But the couple hasn’t let that get in the way of becoming generous supporters of Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University.

Student-athletes recognized

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:10:27 +0000

More than 90 student-athletes at University of Wisconsin-Stout were recognized Tuesday evening for their achievements in the classroom, as well as in competition.

They like to move it: Annual campus exercise program begins

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:46:43 +0000

Moderate physical activity can have numerous benefits, not the least of which are helping people lose weight and feel better. But did you know that it can lower the risk of diabetes by 60 percent, lower the risk of heart disease by 50 percent and lower the risk of breast or colon cancer by 30 to 50 percent?

Panel discussion Monday will look at postwar issues, effects

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:43:33 +0000

Menomonie, Wis. — The Social Science Speaker Series will hold the panel discussion "The Post War on Terror? After Afghanistan and Iraq" at 5:30 p.m. Monday in room 110 of Jarvis Hall Science Wing at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Survey: Menomonie residents see UW-Stout as a good neighbor

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:58:00 +0000

Menomonie residents continue to believe University of Wisconsin-Stout is a good neighbor.

Hopkins-Best named interim provost and vice chancellor

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:38:08 +0000

Mary Hopkins-Best, a University of Wisconsin-Stout faculty member and administrator since 1979, has been appointed interim provost and vice chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, Chancellor Charles W. Sorensen announced Friday.

Student group to hold Hmong New Year celebration

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:00:31 +0000

Live music and a fashion show will be part of the Hmong New Year celebration Saturday, Dec. 10, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Student receives UW System grant to study composting in city

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:49:00 +0000

Kyle Mills is digging into the issue of composting in the city of Menomonie.

Professors volunteer for USAID Farmer to Farmer in Nicaragua

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:01:32 +0000

Krista James and Arthur Kneeland, UW-Stout biology department faculty, recently returned from Nicaragua where they volunteered for two weeks with the USAID-funded Partners of the Americas Farmer to Farmer program.

Schulte-Shoberg named director of Business and Financial Services

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:26:57 +0000

Kim Schulte-Shoberg has joined University of Wisconsin-Stout as director of Business and Financial Services effective Thursday, Dec. 1.

Science educator recognized for excellence by state group

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:35:37 +0000

Kevin Mason, assistant professor of science education at University of Wisconsin-Stout, will be recognized by the Wisconsin Society of Science Teachers for his outstanding work.

Provost in Singapore as part of education review panel

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:06:16 +0000

Julie Furst-Bowe, UW-Stout provost and vice chancellor, is in southeast Asia this week to serve on an external review panel for postsecondary education.

Judy Jax to be featured at next Reminiscence Speaker Series

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:29:03 +0000

Judy Jax is the next speaker in the Reminiscence Speaker Series to be held from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, in the Maple and Cedarwood Room of the Memorial Student Center at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Students to present at NCUR; research grants revamped

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 20:49:23 +0000

Judy “Jo” Hopp remembers when she received a research grant as an undergraduate student. “I felt empowered,” said Hopp, an assistant professor of physics at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Jolene Anderson named February Classified Employee

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:12:52 +0000

Jolene Anderson has been named Classified Employee of the Month for February at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Art major’s career looking bright after sunglasses hit market

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:19:49 +0000

It’s a paradox that Luis Santiago hopes will take care of itself in the near future: He can hardly afford to buy the very product he has designed.

Stout University Foundation celebrating 50 years of growth, support

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:18:13 +0000

It was 1961 and William J. Micheels had just assumed the presidency of what is now University of Wisconsin-Stout. Just a month in office, Micheels believed the institution would need an infusion of private donations for it to be successful in the long run.

Packaging students sweep top three places in national contest

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:45:36 +0000

It seems like it would be easier to squeeze salsa from a plastic bottle instead of spoon it from a jar. Or shop for shoes if they were hanging in clear plastic pouches instead of stacked in boxes.

Using too much electricity is a turn-off for group of freshmen

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:38:58 +0000

It only takes a second to save energy. That’s the message a group of UW-Stout freshmen is sending to fellow students, faculty and staff.

Students donate new books to Downsville Elementary

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:53:10 +0000

It didn’t take long for new books donated by University of Wisconsin-Stout students to end up in the hands of children.

Blue-green algae issues to be discussed at Red Cedar River conference

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:42:18 +0000

Improving water quality in the Red Cedar River Watershed will be the focus of the inaugural Red Cedar: Land, Water and People Coming Together conference at UW-Stout. The daylong event begins at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 22, in the Memorial Student Center.

Eight area high school teams set for Rube Goldberg balloon challenge

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:57:28 +0000

How complicated can it be to inflate a balloon and pop it? Judges will find out Tuesday, March 6, in the Great Hall of the Memorial Student Center during the fifth annual Rube Goldberg Machine contest for high school teams.

High school students advance to state DECA competition

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:11:27 +0000

Holmen students took nine first places to lead all high schools in the 40th annual DECA District One Career Development Conference Saturday, Jan. 14, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Let the bad films roll: Students create museum drive-in exhibit

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:22:51 +0000

From 1953 to 1985, Menomonie Outdoor Theatre in Wakanda Park was known as a good place to go and watch a bad or previously released film.

Student construction team wins Minnesota quiz bowl

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:10:02 +0000

Four UW-Stout students worked their way to the peak of the Minnesota Construction Association Collegiate Quiz Bowl held recently at Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis.

University to host four Issues of Humanity events

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:40:37 +0000

Four events at University of Wisconsin-Stout will be part of the sixth annual Issues of Humanity scheduled Saturday, March 3, through Tuesday, March 6, in Menomonie.

Raising awareness is key component of Recyclemania competition

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:16:23 +0000

For the sixth straight year, UW-Stout is competing in Recyclemania, a friendly competition among universities and colleges in the U.S. and Canada. The goal is to promote recycling and reduction of waste on campuses.

University registrar lends expertise to college in Azerbaijan

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:15:09 +0000

For the second time this year, a UW-Stout official has lent a hand to a college in the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Students praise Stoutward Bound program in new video

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:02:56 +0000

For some students, one key to their success in college came before they actually started classes as freshmen. It happened during an early start program called Stoutward Bound, according to a new video produced by UW-Stout’s Multicultural Student Services.

Professor’s study offers promise of fresher, safer asparagus

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:03:05 +0000

For many people, eating a nutritious stalk of asparagus is a rite of spring. The tender green vegetable is one of the first kinds of local produce to appear in grocery stores each year.

The Ministry leaving ‘Big Blue House’ for main campus mall

Thu, 03 May 2012 17:24:15 +0000

For decades University of Wisconsin-Stout students, faculty and staff have been coming to the “Big Blue House” on north campus for their religious and spiritual needs. A reception Friday will signal “an end of an era” for that tradition, according to the Rev. Kurt Larson, the ELCA Lutheran campus minister.

Students see natural wonders, biodiversity in Belize, Guatemala

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:35:32 +0000

For 10 days in January, a group of University of Wisconsin-Stout students experienced a classroom unlike any they had ever seen before.

Five incoming freshmen awarded the Stout Scholarship

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:14:17 +0000

Five high school students who plan to attend University of Wisconsin-Stout have been awarded $5,000 scholarships.

Federal TRIO programs prepare students for college, beyond

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:46:17 +0000

Elizabeth Schroeder is a freshman at UW-Green Bay, but her road to college began a long time ago — as a sixth-grader in a program offered by University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Cadets honored at Northwoods ROTC Battalion ball

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:35:17 +0000

Eleven cadets from University of Wisconsin-Stout were among those honored at a recent Reserve Officers Training Corps Military Ball.

Alumnus offers graduates advice for a successful future

Mon, 14 May 2012 14:48:29 +0000

Dwight Davis certainly has been a success since leaving the University of Wisconsin-Stout campus in 1966. He’s had a career as a college administrator, insurance company president and CEO of a manufacturing company.

Faculty member honored for 13 years of service to WIAC

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:07:13 +0000

Donna Stewart, College of Management, recently was recognized by the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for her 13 years of service. She received a plaque from the WIAC during a Chancellor’s Cabinet meeting.

DiAnn Rudiger named December Classified Employee

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:37:14 +0000

DiAnn Rudiger has been named Classified Employee of the Month for December 2011 at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Schumacher named Classified Employee of the Month

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:10:24 +0000

Deb Allen Schumacher, rehabilitation and counseling, has been named Classified Employee of the Month for September at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Time to shine: Silhouettes fashion show to feature glow-in-the-dark designs

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:16:38 +0000

Clothing designed by UW-Stout students will light up the runway Thursday and Saturday during the annual Silhouettes fashion show by the apparel design and development program.

State Science Olympiad is Saturday

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:35:17 +0000

Close to 1,000 students from 64 high schools around Wisconsin will converge on UW-Stout Saturday, March 31, for the Science Olympiad state tournament.

Hoyt to be featured at next Reminiscence Speaker Series

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:51:39 +0000

Bob Hoyt will be featured at the next Reminiscence Speaker Series from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, in the Memorial Student Center, Ballroom A, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Dahlke to be featured at next Reminiscence Speaker Series

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:58:53 +0000

Bob Dahlke will be featured at the next Reminiscence Speaker Series from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, in the Memorial Student Center, Ballroom A, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Successful alumna offers career advice at hospitality fair

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:19:59 +0000

As its name indicates, the hotel, restaurant and tourism major at University of Wisconsin-Stout offers a variety of career options.

Student’s winning coat rack design headed into production

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:53:14 +0000

As an industrial designer, one of Michael Rosen’s dreams is to be able to walk into a store and see his products for sale.

School of Art and Design students, professors exhibiting works

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:00:31 +0000

Artwork by University of Wisconsin-Stout School of Art and Design students and professors can be seen on and off campus in April, May and online.

Art student designs logo for city fest

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:52:57 +0000

Artwork by a UW-Stout student will be a big part of the new SummerDaze festival, which debuts Friday through Sunday in downtown Menomonie.

Professor’s ‘Jellyfish Burger’ art on display at Smithsonian Museum

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:00:19 +0000

Artwork by a UW-Stout professor recently became part of a permanent display at The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. A print of Dave Beck’s image “Jellyfish Burger” is at Sant Ocean Hall, an area of the museum devoted to ocean and marine life.

STEM Student Project Expo to feature work by 300 students

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:22:56 +0000

Approximately 300 University of Wisconsin-Stout students will be making the most of their last day of spring semester classes.

Tvaruzka to appear on ‘Jeopardy’

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:16:46 +0000

Answer: Someone who enjoys trivia and mentally challenging himself. Question: What is a “Jeopardy” wannabe?

Psychologist to discuss how social media can rewire your brain

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:00:13 +0000

An award-winning psychologist will make two presentations Tuesday, May 1, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Amy Styer named January Classified Employee

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:52:23 +0000

Amy Styer has been named Classified Employee of the Month for January.

Alumni to receive honorary doctorates at commencement

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:42:13 +0000

Alumni Dwight and Linda Davis will be the first recipients of honorary degrees from University of Wisconsin-Stout since 2003, and Chancellor Charles W. Sorensen said he couldn’t think of two people more deserving of the honor.

Art professor busy with book, logo design work

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:50:56 +0000

Alex DeArmond, assistant professor in the School of Art and Design, has had a busy 2011-12 academic year creating art in addition to his teaching duties.

Students impressed with renovated Memorial Student Center

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:01:35 +0000

After being closed for 13 months, the “Open” sign was out Monday as the Memorial Student Center at University of Wisconsin-Stout officially reopened.

About 350 students expected for annual SkillsUSA competition

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:45:48 +0000

Advertising design, architectural drawing, engineering technology, screen printing, solid modeling and dragsters. Those are just some of the categories attracting about 350 middle and high school students to the SkillsUSA competition at UW-Stout.

UW-Stout goes mobile

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 20:54:04 +0000

Accessing information about the University of Wisconsin-Stout on smart phones and iPads just became easier.

Taxing job: Professor, student help

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:25:02 +0000

A UW-Stout professor and one of his students hope to make tax filing a little less stressful for some local taxpayers. The income tax filing deadline is Tuesday, April 17.

Operation Prom Dress aims to help promgoers, Bridge to Hope

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:28:46 +0000

A UW-Stout class is taking action to promote sexual assault awareness and help high school girls who may be going to prom. Human development and family studies students are holding Operation Prom Dress from 4-8 p.m. Friday, March 23, at Keyes Chevrolet, 303 Oak Ave. in Menomonie.

Real estate manager, alumna returns as Executive in Residence

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:02:42 +0000

A UW-Stout alumna and real estate executive will return to campus as the School of Hospitality Leadership Executive in Residence.

UW-Stout student wins game programming competition

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:50:16 +0000

A University of Wisconsin-Stout student from McFarland, Wis., recently won the first 48-hour game programming competition sponsored by the local chapter of the International Game Developers Association.

Discovery Center researcher wins state award for fuel cell work

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:12:24 +0000

A University of Wisconsin-Stout researcher has won a state award for his work with fuel cells.

Professor certified by international packaging organization

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:04:48 +0000

A University of Wisconsin-Stout packaging professor has earned certification from an international association.

Alumna promotes healthy living through cookbook, business

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:07:00 +0000

A University of Wisconsin-Stout alumna has an ambitious and challenging goal: to teach people to cook and eat in a healthy way.

Student team takes first in national information technology contest

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:17:33 +0000

A team of UW-Stout students earned a first place and brought home other awards at the recent Association of Information Technology Professionals National Collegiate Conference held in San Antonio.

Packaging students take third in world competition

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:59:58 +0000

A team of University of Wisconsin-Stout students has opened eyes in the U.S. and around the world by designing an innovative package for contact lenses.

Owen-Withee trumps Murphy’s Law to win Rube Goldberg title

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:15:09 +0000

A team of high school students learned Tuesday at University of Wisconsin-Stout that Murphy’s Law — the axiom that if something can go wrong it will — isn’t always true.

Commencement tradition continues with Graduation Buffet

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:40:06 +0000

A rite of spring returns Saturday when UW-Stout holds commencement ceremonies at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Johnson Fieldhouse. Another rite of spring returns after the diplomas have been passed out — the Graduation Buffet at 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. in the Memorial Student Center.

Alumna will be featured speaker at Hospitality Career Conference

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:39:34 +0000

A presentation by a UW-Stout alumna will be among the highlights of the sixth annual student Hospitality Career Conference Tuesday, Feb. 21, in the Memorial Student Center.

‘Cabaret’ opens April 13 at Harvey

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:51:39 +0000

A popular Broadway musical, with such songs as “Wilkommen,” “Don’t Tell Mama” and “The Money Song,” will bring the stage to life in April at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

New university website features easier navigation, fresh look

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:43:52 +0000

A new website went online Monday at University of Wisconsin-Stout to help prospective students, current students, employees and the public more easily access important information about Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University.

Concert at the Terrace to help kick off student center reopening

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:00:03 +0000

A new stage on the second floor of the Memorial Student Center will see its first action this week. Twin Cities acoustic-pop musician Pat Brown, formerly the lead singer of Sing it Loud, will perform at 8 p.m. Thursday at the Terrace.

New weekend shuttle service offering students a free ride home

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:31:20 +0000

A new night shuttle service for UW-Stout students made its debut last weekend. The Stout Student Association kicked off its free — with student ID — shared ride service Friday night.

University video ‘About Stout’ available online

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:41:14 +0000

A new edition of “About Stout,” a half-hour recorded informational video produced at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, has been completed and is available for online viewing.

‘About Stout’ video available

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:53:45 +0000

A new edition of “About Stout,” a half-hour recorded informational video produced at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, has been completed and is available for online viewing.

University video ‘About Stout’ available online

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:05:45 +0000

A new edition of “About Stout,” a half-hour recorded informational video produced at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, has been completed and is available for online viewing.

Conference to examine Red Cedar River watershed issues

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:17:57 +0000

A new daylong conference on the health of the Red Cedar River watershed is scheduled Thursday, March 22, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Military expert to address vets' issues

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:30:15 +0000

A military expert on behavioral health and veteran reintegration issues will be a guest speaker Wednesday, March 28, in Ballroom C of the Memorial Student Center.

Packaging student receives major scholarship from Prent

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:50:30 +0000

A junior packaging major at UW-Stout recently received a scholarship valued at nearly $16,000 and an internship from a Wisconsin-based company.

Roland Carter named new senior development specialist

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:48:05 +0000

A fundraising specialist with more than 20 years of experience has been hired by University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Workshop will examine the issue of academic integrity

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:13:22 +0000

A free workshop on the issue of academic integrity will be held Friday, Feb. 10, at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Women’s History Month event to feature film and director

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:03:37 +0000

A documentary film director will be featured during a Women’s History Month event at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Poverty, hunger are on the menu at Oxfam America banquet

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:06:40 +0000

A Chippewa Valley organization will benefit from the proceeds of a special event put on by a UW-Stout class from the School of Hospitality Leadership.

Celebrate NanoDays event features hands-on activities

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:33:37 +0000

A big celebration is being planned at University of Wisconsin-Stout for a very small aspect of science — nanotechnology.

Renovations under way on Fleming Hall

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:50:50 +0000

A $6.6 million renovation project is under way on a north campus residence hall at University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Semester to kick off with chancellor welcome, development programs

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:58:53 +0000