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From animal-loving undergrad to grad student at a top U.S. veterinary college: Q&A with Bella Thovson
Bella Thovson, a May 2023 UW-Eau Claire biology graduate, is a great example of how graduate school dreams come true. She shares with us in a Q&A just what parts of her student experience helped her most in getting to veterinary school.
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CENTERS to lead operations of County Materials Complex for UW-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire has selected CENTERS to operate the County Materials Complex. The professional management firm specializes in operations management for colleges, universities and other nonprofit entities.
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UW-Eau Claire volleyball camps are a full-circle moment for Blugolds
UW-Eau Claire volleyball camps bring more than 1,000 girls to explore campus and hone their skills each summer. Some players return to camp year after year, and a few even become Blugold volleyball players. Learn about the major impact camps can have.
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Jason Verdugo is new UW-Eau Claire athletic director
Verdugo, a past NCAA Division III Athletics Director of the Year, was introduced June 15 by Chancellor James Schmidt.
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County Materials Complex truss-signing ceremony in pictures
Philanthropists John and Carolyn Sonnentag were joined by community leaders on May 26 for a truss-signing ceremony at the County Materials Complex.
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Graduate thankful that UW-Eau Claire ‘fostered his international ambitions’
Martin Kocher traveled to Germany, Ukraine, Malta, Dubai, Australia, Southeast Asia and Canada while a student to prepare for his future in international business.
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Environmental studies students examine sustainability features of County Materials Complex
About 20 Blugolds in the fall and spring classes of the course ENV 395: Building Sustainability in the Academy are following construction of the project along Menomonie Street.
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UW-Eau Claire Athletic Director Dan Schumacher retiring in spring
During Schumacher’s time as athletic director, UW-Eau Claire increased its number of student-athletes to as many as 850 as the university brought back men’s baseball and added men’s soccer and women’s lacrosse.
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Blugold volleyball helps CSD graduate student stay calm during academic, clinical experiences
Collegiate athletics helped introduce Arianna Barrett to her academic program and her future career as a speech therapist.
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Sports shaping Blugold's college experience, future career path
A finance and management major, Mitch Stegeman is a four-time track and field All-American and two-time academic All-American who is planning a career in golf course management. His time on the track and in the classroom are preparing him for success.
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Blugold embraces every opportunity on campus and in the community
Given her passion for gymnastics, love for community and interest in human movement, Lili Shank knew UW-Eau Claire was the right place to pursue her athletic and academic dreams. Four years later, she's proud of her success as a student-athlete.
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Lacrosse captain a leader in athletics and academics
Hallie Oberg feels she was “blessed with the opportunity” to be a student-athlete at UW-Eau Claire. As she prepares to graduate, her coach says Oberg has helped make the university "a better place and stronger institution than when she arrived."
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Blugold from Alaska finds adventure and knowledge studying abroad in Prague
When Kylie Judd decided to study abroad in Prague, the UW-Eau Claire senior was determined to embrace every opportunity to learn about the culture and history of the Czech Republic. So, Judd said yes to a 35-mile nighttime hike to a holy site.
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Faculty, staff recognized for excellence at Blugold Breakfast
Eight UW-Eau Claire faculty and staff members were honored at the academic year opening meeting. Each award recipient received a university medallion and $1,500.
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UW-Eau Claire chancellor named chair of NCAA Division III governing body
Chancellor James Schmidt was named chair of the NCAA Division III Presidents Council this summer and will serve in that capacity through the NCAA national convention in January 2024.
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Growing number of international students playing tennis for Blugolds
With its reputation for quality academics and a tennis team with a history of success, UW-Eau Claire has long attracted many top tennis players from the Midwest. Now the tennis program also is attracting a growing number of international students.