Story Archives
News and Events
Here you will find the complete archive of news stories published by the IMC office at UW-Eau Claire
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Water resources expert to discuss sustainability of Wisconsin’s groundwater
Dr. George Kraft, professor emeritus of water resources and director of UW-Stevens Point’s Center for Watershed Science and Education, will speak during the Nov. 5 "Thursdays from the U" livestream.
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UW-Eau Claire COVID-19 dashboard receives ‘A-’ grade in national review
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s COVID-19 dashboard received high marks from a national group of doctors, academic leaders and health care professionals who are reviewing university dashboards across the country.
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International research shapes Blugold's college experience, future plans
Cameron Wingren's geography studies offered him the kinds of outside-the-classroom experiences — including research that took him across the globe — that were so meaningful that they changed how he thinks about the world and his future career.
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Alumna pays it forward to Latinx students at UW-Eau Claire
Lidixe Montoya appreciates her UW-Eau Claire education and wants to give other Latinx students the same opportunity. That's why she has started the Neighbor To Neighbor Scholarship for members of the Latinx Student Association at UW-Eau Claire.
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Continuing Education announces November program offerings
UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education will present a variety of programs in November, including management and leadership, health and human services, and personal enrichment programs.
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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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Blugold alumnus takes the helm at the ECASD: Mike Johnson's first superintendent role
Johnson, who earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from UW-Eau Claire, returned to Eau Claire in July to assume his post as the newest superintendent of the Eau Claire Area School District.
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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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Award-winning Minnesota author to speak Oct. 29
Sarah Stonich, author of the "Northern Trilogy" series and numerous other books, will speak about her writing during the "Thursdays from the U" livestream.
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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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UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education cancels Foot and Nail Clinic
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Continuing Education has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 and 2021 Foot and Nail Care Community Clinic because of COVID-19.
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The Forum presents Mohammed Soriano-Bilal, a virtual event on Oct. 27
Once best known as a reality TV star, Soriano-Bilal of Stanford University is a diversity consultant and strategist, a poet and an award-winning producer of both music and film.
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UW-Eau Claire set path for alum’s career as ESPN executive
More than a quarter-century after graduating from UW-Eau Claire, Clint Overby is vice president of ESPN Events, a division of the iconic sports network that produces 35 collegiate sporting events nationwide.
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UW-Eau Claire antigen testing expands to students living off campus
By expanding its rapid testing program, UW-Eau Claire can identify asymptomatic students who interact with community members through various campus-related activities and programs, in an effort to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
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UW-Eau Claire department sponsors downtown lights for a cause
Lights on the Phoenix Park bridge, Pablo Center at the Confluence and Haymarket Plaza will be aglow in purple and yellow Friday night, Oct. 16, to bring awareness to a “hidden” language disorder.
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'Modern Day Mountain Man' creator to share his adventures Oct. 22
Billy Molls will present “Alaska hunting adventures” from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Oct. 22 for UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's “Thursdays from the U” online, livestreamed lecture series.
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A little SPARC goes a long way: Suicide Prevention Month goes virtual during pandemic
The month of September was National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and UW-Eau Claire students and staff developed many creative ways to extend their outreach to students in need during this socially distant time.
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Federal child welfare grants assist future social workers at UW-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire students can receive a $9,000 grant for tuition and fees and a $1,800 stipend from a federal program intended to support training for future child welfare social workers.
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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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Daughter of Holocaust survivors to discuss her family's experiences Oct. 15
Hella Buchheim will present “Raised in the shadow of the Holocaust” from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Oct. 15 for UW-Eau Claire – Barron County's “Thursdays from the U” online, livestreamed lecture series.
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Virtual Career Treks offer all UW System students online industry exploration
Career Treks are a series of virtual career exploration opportunities hosted across all UW System campuses. UW-Eau Claire hosts the Oct. 14 event, presenting representatives of the Menards Corp., an Eau Claire-based home improvement business.