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'Thursdays at the U' to focus on experiences caring for loved ones with dementia
Jim Adams will describe his experiences caring for his wife, who suffered with dementia and Parkinson's disease, during UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's Sept. 30 lecture in Rice Lake.
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56th Annual Northern Plains History Conference begins Sept. 23
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will host the 56th Annual Northern Great Plains History Conference Sept. 23-25, where Dr. Robert Gough will be honored.
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‘Thursdays at the U’ to highlight Primates Inc., a sanctuary for retired research monkeys
Amy Kerwin, founder and executive director of Primates Inc., will discuss the development and future plans for the sanctuary during her Sept. 23 presentation at UW-Eau Claire – Barron County.
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UW-Eau Claire professor co-directing project to commemorate 50th anniversary of Hmong resettlement in U.S.
A community-based traveling exhibit will launch in January 2025 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Hmong resettlement to Wisconsin. Dr. Kong Pheng Pha, an assistant professor at UW-Eau Claire, is helping lead the project.
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Barron County administrator to present Sept. 16 'Thursdays at the U' lecture
Jeff French will detail the roles, responsibilities and functions of counties during UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's fall lecture and performance series in Rice Lake.
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UW-Eau Claire to host Constitution Day event Sept. 16
The Menard Center for Constitutional Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will host an event Sept. 16 to recognize Constitution Day.
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New Blugold becomes fourth generation in her family to study at UW-Eau Claire
This fall, new freshman Lucy Franklin is the fourth generation in her family to attend UW-Eau Claire. Lucy's parents, grandmother and great-grandmother all have degrees from the university.
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'Racing Toward Justice' series begins Sept. 15 with Chanel Miller
Chanel Miller was victimized not only in the 2015 rape by Brock Turner, but by a legal and judicial system that failed her — and the media that tended to highlight her assailant's "fine" attributes. Now she is fighting back.
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'Thursdays at the U' continues Sept. 9 with discussion of Barron County Restorative Justice Programs
Monika Audette and Mary Hoeft of BCRJP will describe the organization’s goals and outcomes during UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's fall lecture and performance series in Rice Lake.
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UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education announces September program offerings
Continuing Education will present a variety of programs in September, including Supervisory Management Certificate programs, community ensembles, Sign Language 1, and foot and nail online education.
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Eau Claire ranked No. 2 'Most Livable College Town' in U.S.
The city of Eau Claire has once again earned a high national ranking for livability, this time determined to be the second "Most Livable College Town" by the finance firm SmartAsset.
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‘Thursdays at the U’ returns Sept. 2 with discussion of barn quilts in Wisconsin
Mary and Michael Kolstad will share the history and meaning behind barn quilts to kick off UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's fall lecture and performance series in Rice Lake.
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Blugold geographers and CVTC collaborate for Farm Technology Days event
At Farm Technology Days in Eau Claire, two of the region's institutions of higher education came together to present the various ways geography and technology contribute to advancements in farming, leading a Discovery Zone for kids and families.
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Midwest Artist Academy leaves magical impression on participants
B.J. Hollars had a clear vision for the first-ever Midwest Artist Academy on the UW-Eau Claire campus: Bring young artists together to share their talents and passions to create a multidisciplinary artistic performance. Year one was a great success!
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Continuing Education announces August program offerings
UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education will present "Growing Up Transgender" and "Exceptional Workplace Communication Skills" online in August.
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Genetics research connects students with alumni
The research project examining genetic disorders grew out of a working relationship between a UW-Eau Claire alumnus and his undergraduate research mentor.
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Community project aims to make Chippewa Valley more antiracist and inclusive
Dang Yang, director of UW-Eau Claire’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, is one of the four co-chairs of the recently launched Chippewa Valley Transformation Project, an effort to create a more antiracist community.
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Lifting up students and closing the gap: Upward Bound at UW-Eau Claire
When Melady Vue learned about the college preparation program Upward Bound, she had no way of knowing it would bring her not only to her goal of a degree but also to a fulfilling career helping area youth chase their own college dreams.
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Drum and bugle corps trains at UW-Eau Claire, plans public performances
UW-Eau Claire graduate David Lofy is programs director for the Madison Scouts, a 165-member drum and bugle corps composed of performers ages 15-22 from 29 states and three countries.
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Nursing students raise awareness about challenges of returning to community after being incarcerated
UW-Eau Claire nursing students and recent graduates are working to raise awareness about the challenges and resources needed to support people as they return to the community after being incarcerated. The research team partnered with local organizations.
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UW-Eau Claire honor society wins national award
UW-Eau Claire's National Society of Collegiate Scholars chapter is the only one in the country to receive the top Diamond Star status. NSCS has more than 320 chapters in the nation.
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First milestone reached for Science and Health Sciences Building project
A predesign and programming study for the building to replace the aging Phillips Hall was submitted to the state Department of Administration this month.
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Eau Claire-area Juneteenth celebration set for June 19 in Carson Park
Recognizing the official end of slavery in the U.S. every June 19, Juneteenth 2021 in Eau Claire once again will be a fully in-person gathering at Carson Park — a day of history, music, education and advocacy.
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Students’ best friends: Therapy dogs bring year-end relief
For years now, McIntyre Library has found fun and unique ways to support students in busy times like Welcome Week and final exams. After a year of COVID-19, the need for holistic support was higher than ever, and it was some dogs to the rescue.