Diversity News
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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 on online literary magazine that seeks to elevate the marginalized creative voices of other BIPOC writers like herself.
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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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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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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.
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UW-Eau Claire named No. 1 in state, top 25 nationally for LGBTQ+
For the third consecutive year, UW-Eau Claire has been named best in Wisconsin for support of LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff, and this year was named in the top 25 nationally by BestColleges and Campus Pride.
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Spring 2020 grad is making basketball dreams come true thanks to UW-Eau Claire
Zixuan (Jason) Jiang was a basketball loving teen in China when he decided to plan his future career around his favorite sport. First stop on his way to making his basketball dreams come true? UW-Eau Claire, of course.
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Chemistry major helping area youth see value in Blugold Beginnings, higher education
As an intern in the Blugold Beginnings office, Mai Yer Yang is planning a tour day for area eighth graders, an event that she hopes will inspire the young students to make the most of what the program offers and to consider pursuing a college degree.
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Immersion gives Blugolds new appreciation for, understanding of Hmong culture
UW-Eau Claire's “Cultural Practices of the Hmong in Fresno, California” Winterim immersion program, now in its fifth year, helps heritage and non-heritage students learn more about the Hmong culture.
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The Fire Ball 2020, 'Pride Is a Riot,' set for Feb. 28-29
The must-see celebration will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Ojibwe Grand Ballroom of Davies Center at UW-Eau Claire with a pride theme meant to elevate important topics and voices in the LGBTQ+ community.
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New Latinx Cultural Center to host open house Feb. 19
A third student cultural space on campus, a new Latinx Cultural Center, will host on open house Feb. 19 in the space formerly known as the Hibbard Penthouse. OMA and other offices are happy to offer this new space for Latinx students to study and relax.
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Immersion helps prepare future teachers for diverse classrooms
A UW-Eau Claire program immerses students in the Twin Cities’ Somali community, where they volunteer in schools that serve primarily Somali youth, talk with community leaders and activists, visit Somali businesses and sample local foods.
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Blugold leads St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin's legal team
Ashley Duffy, who graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2014 with a major in American Indian studies and a minor in anthropology, is the general counsel for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin.
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On-campus Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration set for Feb. 5
UW-Eau Claire will host a Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration for the campus and community at 5 p.m. Feb. 5 in Schofield Auditorium. The evening of music, talk and inspiration will honor the life and legacy of Dr. King.
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Nursing professor's work supports declaration that racism is a public health crisis in Wisconsin
Dr. Pam Guthman, clinical assistant professor of nursing, contributed to a statewide effort that resulted in the Wisconsin Public Health Association declaring that racism is a public health crisis in Wisconsin.
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Blugolds lean on each other to overcome challenges, thrive in college
FranChesca Riley, Julianna Tavale and Natalie Hanson came to UW-Eau Claire because of its strong academic programs and beautiful campus. They stayed at UW-Eau Claire because they found each other.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Native American Heritage Month in November
UW-Eau Claire's Native American History Month kicks off Nov. 4 with a focus on education and the arts. Events aim to create awareness about the current issues facing native peoples and their rich cultures.
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COB students form student org that focuses on diversity, inclusion, and empowerment
Haadia Malik, a junior marketing major, took notice of an unmet need in the College of Business at the beginning of her college journey.
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11th Annual Schneider Disability Issues Forum to host author, mental health advocate
Kelly Jensen will speak on her most recent book, "(Don't) Call Me Crazy," and strategies for opening conversations about mental health during this year's Schneider Disability Issues Forum at 5 p.m. Oct. 17 in Schofield Auditorium.
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'Engaged with UW-Eau Claire' features Samara Gaitan
In the monthly video series "Engaged with UW-Eau Claire," the Alumni Association is proud to profile Blugolds who return to campus to help make a difference. Each video features a Blugold alum who gives back to UW-Eau Claire in some capacity.
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Local Juneteenth event to celebrate enrichment through diversity
Eau Claire's 2019 Juneteenth celebration, set for 5:30 p.m. June 19 in Carson Park's Pine Pavilion, will bring together area residents to celebrate their commitment toward a more united community enriched by its diversity.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
From April 29-May 13, a wide variety of events will include opportunities to take part in dialogue sessions, Asian American cuisine, a film screening, presentation of student research, a panel discussion and more.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Hmong Heritage Month
UW-Eau Claire is celebrating Hmong Heritage Month with activities planned throughout the month of April.
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China immersion allows Blugolds to connect with Hmong history, identity
During Winterim, several Blugolds were part of an immersion where they learned about and experienced the rich history and culture of Hmong people and other minorities living in Southwest China.
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National TRIO Day events set for April 3
UW-Eau Claire will recognize National TRIO Day with a program and awards ceremony from 3:30-5:30 p.m. April 3 in Davies Center.