College of Arts + Sciences News
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New conference brings Blugolds together to focus on equity and diversity
UW-Eau Claire will host the “Bridge to Change: EDI Student Conference” Nov. 8. It will bring students together to explore inclusive leadership while focusing on equity and diversity.
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New documentary features international research project in Lithuania that includes Blugolds
An expedition involving an international team of researchers — including UW-Eau Claire faculty and several students — that uncovered the most significant Jewish monument in Lithuania will be featured in a new documentary, which will preview Nov. 1.
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Art, empathy converge in UW-Eau Claire photography projects
An assignment that began this spring with a Mayo Clinic Health System presentation on the science of empathy evolved into an exercise in humanity for photography students and their instructor.
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Proposed curricular changes in College of Arts and Sciences
Following are proposed curricular changes in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Blugolds embrace new opportunities to grow their cultural competency
The Center for EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Training, Development and Education offers Blugolds programming options that aim to enhance their understanding of EDI, while helping them become more culturally responsible and knowledgeable.
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Proposed curricular changes in College of Arts and Sciences
Following are proposed curricular changes in the College of Arts and Sciences
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Proposed curricular changes in College of Arts and Sciences
Following are proposed curricular changes in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Blugold balances life as a college student and as a shaman
Tou Ger “Billy” Lor is successfully juggling his roles as both a college student and a shaman, spending his weekdays immersed in schoolwork and campus activities, and his weekends helping Hmong community members find peace and good health.
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Cartoon Network and Cyberbullying Research Center release first research findings on cyberbullying among tweens
Cartoon Network and the Cyberbullying Research Center released results of the first national survey on cyberbullying among tweens, ages 9-12. Dr. Justin Patchin, professor of criminal justice at UW-Eau Claire, is co-director of the research center.
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Cyberbullying Research Center and Cartoon Network share survey findings on cyberbullying among tweens
Dr. Justin Patchin, professor of criminal justice at UW-Eau Claire and co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center, and his research partner collaborated with Cartoon Network to study tweens' online activities and experiences with cyberbullying.
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Elevating needed voices: Dr. Dorothy Ka-Ying Chan
With her strong editorial background and talent as an accomplished poet, Dr. Dorothy Ka-Ying Chan has founded an online literary magazine that seeks to elevate the marginalized creative voices of other BIPOC writers like herself.
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Proposed curricular changes in College of Arts and Sciences
Following are proposed curricular changes in College of Arts and Sciences.
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Exhibit highlights the Chippewa Valley women who fought for the right to vote
Blugolds are shining a light on the Chippewa Valley women who fought for their voting rights 100 years ago — making it possible for millions of women to vote today — as the U.S. celebrates the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
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Virtual concerts, adapted masks and reorganized ensembles: Music in the time of coronavirus
When the very activities a program is based on are considered to be "superspreader activities," the task of teaching and learning becomes a seemingly impossible task during a viral pandemic. Find out how music is carrying on despite this challenge.
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UW-Eau Claire composer helps to bring historic building to life
Dr. Chia-Yu Hsu, associate professor of music-composition, was commissioned to write music to accompany a virtual tour of the historic Milwaukee City Hall. The tour is part of the Doors Open Milwaukee, a public celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture.
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New officers bring ethnic, gender diversity to campus policing
Two new officers hired by University Police this fall will add ethnic and gender diversity to University Police. Vincent Xiong is the unit's first Hmong officer, and Vanessa Evenson adds another female officer to the 11-officer department.
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UW-Eau Claire's virtual reading intervention program supports area youth
In a summer like no other, creative thinking by Blugolds is why some Eau Claire area kids who struggle with reading are strengthening their skills despite COVID-19 disrupting the last months of their school year and canceling many summer programs.
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Blugold plans to use future career and her voice to change lives
After years of caring for a brother who has autism, Erika Nguyen knew she wanted a career that focuses on helping people. She found the path she was looking for in psychology. As a Blugold, she also found her voice as an advocate.
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Chemistry faculty publish research findings about COVID-19
Dr. Sanchita Hati and Dr. Sudeep Bhattacharyay recently published a study on the impact of oxidative stress on COVID-19 spike protein and ACE-2 binding. Complicated, yes, but the takeaway for all is how to potentially reduce the severity of infection.
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UW-Eau Claire students selected for 2020 research scholarships
Recipients of the Kell Container Corporation Scholarship for Student-Faculty Collaborative Research and the James R. Larson and Vicki Lord Larson Undergraduate Research Fellowship have been named.
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UW-Eau Claire faculty honored for student research mentorship
Three faculty members have been selected by students and alumni for their skill and dedication in mentoring student scholarly projects.
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Grad builds career using her passion for political science and public health
Aimee Gillespie graduated in 2019 with a major in political science and a minor in public health. She's using her expertise in and passion for both fields as she pursues a career in public health.
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Current and future Blugolds show interest in new public health major
UW-Eau Claire's new public health major already is drawing interest from current and future Blugolds who want to study and solve the many problems threatening the health and well-being of populations around the world, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Blugold works to build cultural competence, understanding of white privilege
During his years as a Blugold, Alex Hintz worked to build his understanding of diverse populations so he could be a stronger ally for people of color and better meet the needs of his future students.