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Construction begins on Flesch Family Welcome Center at UW-Eau Claire
Construction of UW-Eau Claire's new Flesch Family Welcome Center is now underway, with expected completion in summer 2021.
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Blugold leads Mayo Clinic research team developing COVID-19 tests
Sara Lassila, who earned a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from UW-Eau Claire, is a test development supervisor at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Her team developed a test that can detect SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
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UW-Eau Claire grad working to produce masks for health care workers, others
A UW-Eau Claire graduate who runs a Twin Cities textile company is stepping up to help meet the needs of health care workers and others who are struggling to find enough personal protective equipment to avoid contamination during the coronavirus crisis.
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UW-Eau Claire nursing program in Marshfield serves as special legacy for western Wisconsin family
Helping others is in their blood. For three area women, the UW-Eau Claire nursing program in Marshfield did just that and more, strengthening their passions in the field to provide quality care for patients.
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Student, faculty and alumni show: 'Elemental' set for Feb. 22-23
Notorious, a Blugold faculty/student music ensemble, and the Torch Sisters, a local group of artists, flow arts performers and aerialists, have joined to build a show that explores the seven elements of earth, water, space, air, metal, wood and fire.
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'Blugold Spotlight' features Dr. Ryan Weichelt
Geography and politics — do they go together? One UW-Eau Claire faculty member believes so.
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Blugold leads St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin's legal team
Ashley Duffy, who graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2014 with a major in American Indian studies and a minor in anthropology, is the general counsel for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin.
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Blugold scientist leads team to solve deadly DNA mystery
UW-Eau Claire biochemistry/molecular biology alum Dave Tester is the lead scientist on a Mayo Clinic research team that solved a medical mystery surrounding the deaths of four young Amish sisters.
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Blugolds discover new opportunities with geospatial analysis and technology degree
UW-Eau Claire students earning a degree in geospatial analysis and technology find themselves looking at a new landscape filled with the excitement of multiple opportunities.
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Commencement speaker to grads: Go forth and give back
Graduates gathered in Zorn Arena on Dec. 21 were assured that their UW-Eau Claire education has prepared them well for the future — and advised to make giving back a part of whatever that future holds.
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Winter commencement set for Dec. 21 at UW-Eau Claire
Commencement ceremonies for 689 UW-Eau Claire graduates will take place in Zorn Arena. Those not able to attend in person can watch a livestream of the events.
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Eight to receive UW-Eau Claire alumni awards
Eight UW-Eau Claire alumni will receive Alumni Association awards Dec. 20 at an event associated with winter commencement.
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Alumni award honorees share words of advice for new grads
For the benefit of UW-Eau Claire's newest graduates, this winter's Alumni Association award recipients share some of the wisdom gained from their valuable life experiences.
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Record-breaking day of donations to UW-Eau Claire on Giving Tuesday
A total of $186,101 was donated to the UW-Eau Claire Foundation through 611 gifts, marking Dec. 3, 2019 as the most successful Giving Day to date for the university.
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Chancellor's Blog: We can and must do better
Chancellor James Schmidt offers reflections about a series of racist social media posts that became public Tuesday, Nov. 19, and sent a shockwave through the UW-Eau Claire campus.
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Giving Tuesday provides countless opportunities to double donor impact
Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday on Dec. 3. The day provides an opportunity to support the areas of UW-Eau Claire you care about most while making your gift go twice as far.
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'Engaged with UW-Eau Claire' features Aric Steffen
It's been more than a decade since this Blugold alumnus graduated from UW-Eau Claire. He's back on campus to network and engage with students about his experiences in the workforce.
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Celebrating accomplishments of Blugold artists
From Grammy Award nominations to an iconic sports logo, Blugold artists are making headlines this week for all the right reasons.
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Blugold alumni and students take the stage at Pablo to open December
From Friday-Sunday, Dec. 6-8, Pablo Center at the Confluence will host a wide variety of musical treats performed by UW-Eau Claire alumni and students.
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A rare opportunity to study genetic disorders: Mayo Clinic graduate research
Allie Welter, a 2018 UW-Eau Claire graduate, spent five months researching at Mayo Clinic as part of a team that seeks treatment and understanding of a rare genetic heart defect. For Welter, motivation for this pioneering work is very personal.
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The tradition continues: Blugold Homecoming 2019
Be sure to check the calendar of events for the week of Homecoming at UW-Eau Claire. Events begin Oct. 6, with the parade and football game set for Oct. 12.
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Alumni of Color Network launches to support UW-Eau Claire’s EDI goals
A group of Blugolds is launching the Alumni of Color Network to support UW-Eau Claire’s equity, diversity and inclusion strategy by working to enhance the experiences of current students of color and raise the university's profile among diverse audiences.
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UW-Eau Claire grad now leading his own undergrad research team
Nearly a decade ago, Adam Schneider was among the first Blugolds to work on research in the Galapagos Islands. This summer, the UW-Eau Claire grad returned to the same research center, this time as a faculty mentor leading his own student researchers.
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Blugold SuccessShops connect students with alumni in the professional world
Join fellow students and UW-Eau Claire alumni for some Blugold-to-Blugold career advice. Hear tips and tricks of navigating the professional world from alumni who were once in your shoes. Learn from experts what it takes to be successful after college.
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