Dean of Students News
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UW-Eau Claire increases investment and programming to prevent suicide
With grant funds matched by university dollars, UW-Eau Claire has a bold new plan to take concrete steps to reduce both the risk of suicide among students and promote overall wellbeing and a mentally healthy campus.
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National Student Exchange creates new learning opportunities for Blugolds
UW-Eau Claire senior Kenzie Beam was studying in Arizona when COVID-19 cut her National Student Exchange semester short. While disappointed, she enjoyed the experience so much that she's signed on for another NSE semester, this time on the East Coast.
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Being counted in the 2020 census: What students need to know
UW-Eau Claire and UW-Eau Claire – Barron County students, it’s time to be counted! Under the U.S. Constitution, a census of our country’s population — including college students — must happen once every 10 years, and 2020 is one of those years.
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LaRue Pierce named UW-Eau Claire dean of students
LaRue Pierce has been named dean of students at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire following a national search. He will begin his new duties Aug. 5.
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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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Fall 2018 event recognizes faculty, staff for service to students with disabilities
The Services for Students with Disabilities office at UW-Eau Claire celebrated Disability Awareness Month on Oct. 23 and honored faculty and staff members for their service to students with disabilities.
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UW-Eau Claire to host Constitution Day discussion on free speech
UW-Eau Claire will recognize Constitution Day by hosting a discussion titled “Free Speech, Hate Speech and Speaking Out: Finding Your Voice in the Speech Debate.”
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Ashley Fritz named assistant dean of students
Ashley M. Fritz has been named the new assistant dean of students at UW-Eau Claire.
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Campus and community team up for National Water Safety Month
A safety campaign that began on campus in 2015 returns as UW-Eau Claire recognizes National Water Safety Month this May. The Be Smart, Buddy Up campaign will be adopted by both the Leadership Fellows at UW-Eau Claire and the city's Water Safety Task Force.
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Free ride service now available to UW-Eau Claire students
Campus Cab is a free ride service for UW-Eau Claire students. The service was created to offer students a safe, free transportation option after 7 p.m.
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Open forums to feature student assistance coordinator candidates
Student Affairs/Dean of Students Office invites faculty and staff to open forums featuring presentations by the candidates for the position of student assistance coordinator.