Commencement News
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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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Service, immersions and internships add value to Blugold's college career
Lydia Ishmael has been creating art since she was a young girl. But it was a plethora of experiences she found as a Blugold on and off campus that helped the new grad see where her artistic talents and passions can take her.
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Speaker to Blugold grads: Think now about your legacy
During University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire commencement ceremonies May 25, the university’s 1,420 newest graduates were asked to think a bit more long term than their immediate plans after college.
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UW-Eau Claire – Barron County commencement video available
Chancellor James Schmidt and Provost Patricia Kleine offered remarks and congratulations to the graduates of UW-Eau Claire – Barron County on Tuesday, May 22. For those friends and family unable to attend, video recording of the event is available here.
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From associate to bachelor's: Krista Leistikow
Krista Leistikow always planned to pursue a four-year degree after graduating from UW-Eau Claire – Barron County. The new connection between the Barron County and Eau Claire campuses made the choice clear. Next stop: a Blugold bachelor's degree.
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New grad follows in her mother's footsteps
If imitation is a form of flattery, Samantha Gerland’s mom should feel good. She will earn a bachelor’s degree in marketing from UW-Eau Claire, the same degree her mom, Joan, earned in 1992. They also have associate degrees from the Barron County campus.
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New grad living in the fast lane
After just two years at UW-Eau Claire, Breah Ostertag will earn her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice this spring. The ambitious Blugold now is ready to begin her career in law enforcement.
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First Blugolds to graduate from UW-Eau Claire with degrees in materials science and engineering
This spring, Jordan Egner-Schnitzler, Brynn Dallmann, Nick Reding and Aaron Deacon will become the first Blugolds to graduate from UW-Eau Claire with degrees in materials science and engineering.
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Biology grad heading to Mayo Clinic to pursue career in medicine and research
After watching her father struggle with pain from tick-borne illnesses, Muriel Metko knew she wanted a career in medicine. Her time as a Blugold convinced her to also pursue a Ph.D. so she can practice medicine and engage in research.
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Passion for science, languages shapes grad's Blugold experience
When Rachyl Hietpas came to UW-Eau Claire she brought with her a love of science and a curiosity about the world. Four years later, she’s graduating with degrees in biology and Spanish, and has an even greater passion for new cultures and languages.
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UW-Eau Claire commencement speakers: ‘Homework’ required to live a full life never ends
While the homework that helped them earn their college degrees has ended, a new kind of homework is just beginning, Bert and Suzie Colianni told UW-Eau Claire’s December 2018 graduates during commencement ceremonies Dec. 22.
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Blugold to graduate after 2½ years, pursue career in marine biology
After just 2½ years, Emily Witt is graduating from UW-Eau Claire with a degree in biology. The new alumna, whose parents are both Blugolds, now is looking forward to pursuing a career in marine biology-related research.
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Speaker to graduates: Critical thinking will be key in real world
Dr. Nancy Fugate Woods, a 1968 UW-Eau Claire graduate and recipient of the university's Lifetime Excellence Award, delivered the “Charge to the Class” to May 2018 graduates during commencement.
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Nine to receive UW-Eau Claire alumni awards
Nine alumni and friends of the university will receive UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association awards May 19 at an event in conjunction with spring commencement.
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Prestigious fellowship opens doors for new grad
Michael McDonnell, a UW-Eau Claire physics and mathematics major, is among an elite group of students selected to receive a prestigious fellowship from the National Science Foundation.
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Sales competitions, international research prepare grad for future business career
Amanda Bower's professional sales marketing major and Chinese minor that will take her to Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, this summer to begin her business career with a respected global company.
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UW-Eau Claire to celebrate newest graduates during May 19 ceremonies
Commencement exercises for 1,342 students at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will be held May 19 in Zorn Arena.
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New grad prepares for future by balancing college classes, research and truck driving school
When classes, research, part-time jobs and student life left Elizabeth Laskowski frazzled, she decided to make a change. The materials science major enrolled in a truck driving school and went to work for an area farmer as she worked toward her degree.
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Internship, campus experiences help new grad find future career path
May grad Amanda Thao found her future career thanks to hands-on learning experiences inside and outside her UW-Eau Claire classrooms.
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Prepare to keep learning and reinventing, speaker tells UW-Eau Claire graduates
While Blugolds leave college with a specific first job or graduate program in mind, RG Conlee told UW-Eau Claire’s newest grads that learning should be continuous, and reinventing themselves will be necessary sooner than than they may realize.
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New grad overcomes homelessness, other obstacles to earn degree
It's taken seven years and two stints as a Blugold, but D’Karlos Craig will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in sociology from UW-Eau Claire in December, making him the first person in his family to earn a degree.
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Six to receive UW-Eau Claire alumni awards
Six alumni and friends of the university will receive UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association awards Dec. 16 at an event in conjunction with winter commencement.