UW-Whitewater celebrates December commencement |
More than 600 Warhawks received degrees Saturday at Kachel Fieldhouse. Proud family and friends gathered to celebrate the achievements of graduating students at the ceremony, which was presided over by Chancellor Corey A. King.
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Kudos to Ruth Hansen, assistant professor of management, whose article with Lesley Alborough (Wellcome Trust) was selected as a Journal of Philanthropy and Marketing Editors' Choice for 2023. The article, "Reframing Fundraising Research: The Challenges and Opportunities of Interpretivist Research Practices and Practitioner Researchers in Fundraising Studies," was selected for its discussion of how an interpretivist approach can "illuminate the practice's social and emotional aspects. This approach allows for developing an understanding not only of donors' behaviour, but also that of fundraisers themselves." Read more »
Kudos to Jo Ann Oravec, professor of information technology and supply chain management, who will present a paper at the 81st annual Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) Conference on April 4-7, 2024, in Chicago. Her presentation is titled “Artificial Intelligence and Profiling in Lie Detection: Political and Social Implications of ‘Truth Machines.’”
Kudos to Richard Hanson, senior lecturer of philosophy and women’s and gender studies at UW-Whitewater at Rock County, who was named Beloit Rotary Teacher of the Month. Read more »
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WisBusiness published a story about Todd Loushine, associate professor of occupational and environmental safety and health, and his Safety 481 (Analysis and Design for Safety in Industrial Operations) class, who had an exciting opportunity to work on a real-world safety project during the fall semester. The class worked with alumnus Eric Olson, who serves as director of environment, health, and safety for Johnson Health Tech, to study methods to safely deliver and install heavy exercise equipment. Read more »
Business News Daily quoted D’Arcy Becker, professor of accounting, in an article describing the differences between bookkeeping and accounting. Read more »
The work of Jo Ann Oravec, professor of information technology and supply chain management, was featured in a recent article by the Associated Press titled “New Data from Inspira AI Predicts: Nine out of 10 Office Jobs Gone Forever as a Result of AI.” Read more »
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Wisconsin Public Radio interviewed Susan Johnson, associate dean in the College of Letters and Sciences and associate professor of politics, government and law, about the significance of the fake electors lawsuit settlement for elections in the state.
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UW-Whitewater was featured in a recent Channel 3000 story about the financial literacy of college students after a recent law that was passed requiring high school students in Wisconsin to study financial literacy as a graduation requirement. Jamie Busse, financial wellness coordinator, and several students were interviewed for the story.
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Young Auditorium presents STOMP, an unforgettable percussion experience for audiences of all ages, on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 7:30 p.m.
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Andersen Library winter hours
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Andersen Library will be closed Saturdays, Sundays and holidays starting Sunday, Dec. 17, through Friday, Jan. 19. See the link below for complete hours during the winter break.
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Warhawk Weekly not publishing over winter break
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Warhawk Weekly will not be publishing over winter break. Spring 2024 classes begin at 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, and the next issue can be expected on the same day.
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Winterim registration still open
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Winterim is a three-week session held between the fall and spring terms designed to help students keep on track for graduation. Many students find they like this intensive course format that allows them to concentrate on only one subject.
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KEPRO Workshop: Resiliency: Looking back and looking forward
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Join UW-Whitewater’s Worksite Wellness team on Wednesday, Dec. 20, at noon for a discussion about shifting your focus to the future and on positive growth.
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| WRS group retirement appointments
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Join a representative from Employee Trust Funds (ETF) for a discussion about your WRS benefits and learn from other members’ questions on Thursday, Jan. 4, at 9:30 a.m. in University Center 259. Registration is required for these group appointments.
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| Student supervisor training
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If you have student employees in your area, join us for a student supervisor training on Tuesday, Jan. 9, from 10-11:45 a.m. in University Center 259 or on Webex. The topics covered will be how to use Handshake, the Student Employment Tool, and information about work study.
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Supervisor Expectations: Onboarding new employees
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If you’re responsible for onboarding new employees, join this workshop focused on ensuring new employees have a well rounded experience on Thursday, Jan. 11, from 10-11 a.m.
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| Difficult Conversations Workshop
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Enhance your ability to navigate difficult conversations with this workshop, focusing on elevating your communication skills, on Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 11 a.m. to noon.
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| Gender Inclusive Language and Pronouns Workshop
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Join us in person on Thursday, Jan. 18, from 10-11 a.m. in University Center 259 for this workshop, which offers a safe/brave space to learn more about pronouns and being more gender inclusive in your language with coworkers and students.
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UW-Whitewater announces 2023-24 Jazz Combos
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Three from UW-Whitewater volleyball earn All-America honors
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UW-Whitewater announces 2023-24 Symphonic Wind Ensemble
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We are always looking for great story ideas. If you know of a student or faculty or staff member who deserves a shout-out, or want to promote a campuswide event, let us know by noon Wednesday. Submissions may be edited for length or content. View Archives »
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