UW-Whitewater program poised to address childcare crisis sees its first graduates |
UW-Whitewater celebrated its first-ever graduates in the online Master of Science in Education in Early Childhood Education Policy program at the university’s December commencement.
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The UW-Whitewater women’s basketball team is on to the third round of the NCAA Division III Tournament for the third straight season after winning the NCAA Whitewater Regional over the weekend. The Warhawks will host the NCAA Whitewater Sectional starting this Friday.
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| Warhawk wrestling to send four to NCAA Championship
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Four student-athletes from the UW-Whitewater wrestling team qualified for the 2024 NCAA Division III Championship by placing among the top three at the NCAA Upper Midwest Regional over the weekend. The national tournament is set for March 15-16 in La Crosse.
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Kudos to He Li, associate professor of finance and business law, who contributed to an Ask the Expert section in a wallethub.com story on credit card consolidation loan offers. Read more »
Kudos to UWW-TV and 91.7 The Edge, who collected a total of 17 awards, including 10 first places, at the 2023-24 WBA awards ceremony in Green Bay. Read more »
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Tom Klubertanz, professor of biology at UW-Whitewater at Rock County, was interviewed on air by WCLO in Janesville about an early return of ticks due to the unseasonably warm weather in the area. Read more »
Dr. Aruna Jha, assistant professor of social work, was featured in an article by The Free Press Journal for her work in suicide prevention and mental health. Read more »
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Chancellor Corey A. King was featured in a Janesville Gazette story recapping his inauguration on Feb. 23.
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Aleah Grundahl, an elementary education major from DeForest, was featured in a recent Wisconsin State Journal column after breaking the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference women’s basketball record for career scoring.
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Student affairs continues its Warhawk Chats series this Tuesday and Wednesday, March 5-6, from 2-4 p.m. in the UC’s Warhawk Connection Center. Visit with Julie Martindale, director of health services, on Tuesday, and Cole Kallio-Crotteau, Wells West senior complex director, on Wednesday.
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| Warhawk Development Workshop
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Get yourself ready for the workforce at this workshop on Tuesday, March 5, at 3:30 p.m. in the Warhawk Connection Center. Includes resume building, NACE competency development, and interview readiness.
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Leveraging AI in Resumes and Interviews
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You’re invited to a free webinar designed to help you excel in the competitive job market on Monday, March 11, at 6 p.m.
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DIY Chandelier and Dream Catcher Workshop
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Ready to get crafty? Head to the Warhawk Connection Center on Tuesday, March 5, at 7 p.m. for this free workshop — supplies included. Limited availability, so secure your spot soon.
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Looking forward to your graduation this May? We are too. Join us Wednesday, March 6, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. for Salute to Grads, where you can connect with essential departments and enjoy light refreshments. Purchase a diploma frame during the event for a free cap, gown and tassel — available in-store only!
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| Occupational Safety Career Fair
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Are you interested in a career with a median starting salary of $70,000? If so, explore occupational safety at a career fair with approximately 40 employers in faculty-led conversations on Wednesday, March 6, at 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 1 p.m. in the UC Hamilton Room.
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Translating Student Org Leadership to Careers
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Learn about how to translate the soft skills you’ve gained as a leader to your resume and beyond this Wednesday, March 6, at 3:30 p.m. in the Warhawk Connection Center.
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Join the Jazz Education Network and UC Live on Wednesday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the UC Down Under. Bring any instrument and play in a jazz band. Open to students, staff, faculty, and community members.
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| Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Panel
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Join the College of Business and Economics to discuss Bitcoin and other Blockchain technologies on Thursday, March 7, at 5 p.m. in Hyland Hall room 2311.
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Enjoy a night of laughs at this free event on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. in the UC Down Under. Al-Kadri is a Yemeni-American who dreamed of being an accountant but became a comedian instead.
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| Sonict presents Matt Sargent, pedal steel
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Enjoy a recital of new works for pedal steel and electronics this Thursday, March 7, at 7:30 p.m. in Light Recital Hall. The performance includes a new piece by Jeff Herriott, professor of music and faculty composer.
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| 2024 International Dinner
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Enjoy a variety of international dishes and performances by UW-Whitewater’s international students at the annual International Dinner on Friday, March 8, at 5:30 p.m. in the University Center. Purchase tickets at the Goodhue Hall front desk or call 262-472-4200.
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Winter postseason continues
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The UW-Whitewater men’s and women’s track and field teams head to the NCAA Division III Indoor Championships in Virginia Beach, Virginia, while the gymnastics team heads to Saint Paul, Minnesota, for the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championship/National Collegiate Gymnastics Association West Regional.
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Experience the symphonic melodies of our renowned wind ensemble under the direction of Glenn Hayes this Sunday, March 10, at 3 p.m. in Young Auditorium.
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Chancellor’s Quartet and Baroque Ensemble
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Immerse yourself in the elegance of timeless compositions, expertly performed by our talented musicians, this Saturday, March 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Greenhill Center of the Arts.
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| Exploring the end of World War II
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Samuel Yamashita, Henry E. Sheffield professor of history at Pomona College, will address the many missed opportunities to end the conflict with Japan and the military extremists’ final failed attempts to keep the surrender from taking place in August of 1945. Join the history department on Tuesday, March 5, at 6 p.m. in the UC Hamilton Room.
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Money Talk Tuesday: Credit 101
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What is credit? Why is credit important? The Financial Literacy Center has the information to help answer those questions. Stop by our table in the UC to pick up our free resources or to schedule a financial coaching session.
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If you’re not feeling well and are too sick to come to a dining hall, we’ve got you covered. Students can have a friend, roommate or acquaintance pick up a meal and bring it back to the residence hall. To receive a sick meal kit, the form must be submitted between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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| Spend time with certified therapy dogs on the main floor of the Andersen Library on alternating Mondays and Tuesdays from noon-2p.m. No RSVP required; just show up for all or part of the session and pet some dogs!
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Transition to Fox World Travel
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On July 1, 2024, all individual travel services managed by the Universities of Wisconsin’s vendor, Travel Incorporated, will be transitioned to Fox World Travel. Affected faculty and staff should review the agency transition webpage.
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Get to know your colleagues and other departments on campus and play WINGO, the Warhawk version of Bingo, starting March 1 through June 28. Completed cards will earn U Matter swag and be entered into a drawing for lunch with Provost Chenoweth or Chancellor King.
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Grundahl headlines UW-Whitewater women's basketball all-conference awards
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| UW-Whitewater men's basketball trio named all-conference
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UW-Whitewater announces student teachers for spring 2024 semester
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