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Monday, Dec. 8, 2025

Inhale. Exhale. Finals week has arrived. Good luck on your exams, presentations, papers, and assignments. (And, congratulations to the Warhawks graduating this Saturday!)

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Saturday: Commencement! 

Nearly 900 December graduates will be recognized in UW-Whitewater’s annual winter commencement this Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. at Kachel Fieldhouse inside the Williams Center. Graduates can pick up their commencement tickets (up to 7) with a photo ID at One Stop (UC room 129) this Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or at the Williams Center on Saturday. Looking for extra tickets? We’ve organized a ticket swap on campus.  Commencement » | Commencement speaker » | Student speaker » | Ticket swap »

 

Upcoming Events

For a full list of campus events, visit our campus calendar.

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Saturday: Meal plan deadline

Meal plans end after lunch this Saturday, Dec. 13. Graduating or departing students should use all Purple Points, Dining Dollars, and meal swipes by that date. (Those with $5 or more in Purple Points can request an online refund.) Students returning for the spring semester will have unused Dining Dollars and Purple Points rolled over. Balances can be checked online or at the HawkCard Office (UC 250).

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This week: Holiday sale at the bookstore 

Get into the spirit of the holiday season with 20% off all apparel and gift items at the UW-Whitewater Bookstore through this Saturday, Dec. 13, in-store only! Stop by during our regular hours to shop and save — whether you’re picking up Warhawk gifts or treating yourself, we’d love to see you this holiday season! 

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Chancellor’s Collection

Capture a piece of UW-Whitewater tradition and embrace what it means to be Warhawk Bold by shopping the Chancellor’s Collection — an exclusive wardrobe line inspired by Chancellor Corey A. King and the university’s rich history. Items in this collection are perfect for high-quality holiday gifts.

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Student achievements

We distribute dozens of achievements through our Merit platform each year. Is there a student achievement out there that you believe is worthy of further recognition? Please e-mail umc@uww.edu to submit your idea.

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Hired Before Graduation

A total of 57 UW-Whitewater students participated in the university’s Hired Before Graduation campaign, a recognition of graduating students who were hired or promoted by an employer, were accepted to graduate school, or started their own business.

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Warhawk teams qualify for NCAA Championships 

Four teams represented UW-Whitewater on national stages this fall at NCAA Championship events. 

Men’s soccer » | Volleyball » | Men’s cross country » | Football »

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UW-Whitewater represented at international sales competition 

Four Warhawks attended the 2025 International Collegiate Sales Competition from Nov. 5-8 in Orlando, Florida, helping UW-Whitewater place among the top five in the Collegiate World Cup of Sales.

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Warhawk Proud

Would you like to submit for the Kudos, Warhawks in the News or Spotlight sections? Fill out this form to submit content.

Kudos

Kudos to Jennifer Anderson, associate professor of social work, who created an e-textbook, “Fostering Grace: Understanding Grief, Loss, Death, Dying, and Bereavement,” with Kendall-Hunt Publishing during a successful sabbatical. 

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Kudos to students, faculty, and staff in UW-Whitewater’s Department of Kinesiology, who made an impact as attendees and presenters at the Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE) convention on Oct. 29-31 in Wisconsin Dells. Kathleen Happel, lecturer of kinesiology, was chosen as University Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the organization. Kathleen Happel »

Warhawks in the News

UW-Whitewater partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to conduct a survey of state drivers to measure how many of them use car seat belts. The survey is designed and approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the results are reported to the organization. Fox 6 in Milwaukee published a feature on the latest findings. Tracy Buchman, associate professor of occupational and environmental safety and health, and Russ Kashian, professor of economics, led the effort for UW-Whitewater. Fox 6 »

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UW-Whitewater was prominently featured in the Universities of Wisconsin’s recap of the first day of the Board of Regents meetings. The university — which hosted the meetings — was specifically highlighted for its integration of virtual reality and artificial intelligence into teaching and learning. Board of Regents news recap »

Fun Facts

 
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Hungry during finals week? Make sure to check the hours for dining halls and other spots to eat through Warhawk Dining — several options have adjusted hours for the final week of the semester. Warhawk Dining »

Student Success Corner

 
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As you plan for the next semester, are you finding it difficult to find the funding to pay for your education? UW-Whitewater can help. Resources for students »

 

Spotlights

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Biology bird cam delivers entertainment, learning opportunities 

Last May, UW-Whitewater’s Department of Biology placed a bird feeder in Kettle Moraine State Forest and launched a “nature cam” live stream on YouTube to watch birds (and other animals) in the area. Susan Devries, associate professor of biology, led the effort. Bird Cam »

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UW-Whitewater partners on grant with Milwaukee schools

UW-Whitewater’s College of Education and Professional Studies and Office of PreCollege Programs are supporting the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) on a $23 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. They plan to serve precollege students from MPS through summer academic camps, campus visits, and opportunities for those who enroll at UW-Whitewater upon high school graduation. GEAR UP grant »

 

Additional Events

College of Arts and Communication event schedule

The Young event schedule

Warhawk Athletics event schedule

In the UC: University Center event schedule

Worksite Wellness web page (faculty/staff)

 
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