University of Wisconsin-Platteville January 2017

3 steps for navigating stressful situations

Dr. Theron Parsons is a Professor of Psychology, having taught for the university for over 20 years, including 10 years with the online Criminal Justice program. Calling on this experience, Parsons shares advice for managing stress and other mental health concerns. Read more

This is part one of a series on mental health. Part two will feature student perspectives, and you're invited to share your stories and advice at hindermanm@uwplatt.edu. Watch our website and the Pioneer Connection for related articles.

Winners announced for Distance Education scholarships

Karen Nguyen won the $250 Herb Kohl Charities Scholarship in part because of the powerful story shared in her essay. Over the years, Nguyen has faced many financial and emotional struggles, including losing her job in the economic downturn, helping her brother through school, and coping with the death of her husband at just 40 years old, but has persevered through it all.

Amanda Geddes was selected for the John Deere Woman in Engineering Scholarship. She will receive $2,000 to help cover her final semester in the Master of Science in Engineering program. Geddes is able to apply the things she learns in the classroom to her work as a Geotechnical Engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Read more about both winners, or find information on upcoming scholarship opportunities at
GoUWP.com/scholarships.

Capstone project reveals new solutions

Mitchell (right) graduated with her bachelor's degree the same day her mother, Susan Smith was due to graduate from the MSPM program at UW-Platteville. Smith is also a part of 4EG Solutions, the company that Mitchell chose for her capstone course.

Earlier this year, Master of Science in Project Management student Tara Mitchell received a unique opportunity to put her education into action by becoming the Project Manager for a new business venture. The company, 4EG Solutions, focuses on taking waste materials from factory production lines and repurposing them. Mitchell’s step father helped establish 4EG Solutions in 2015 when he and a co-worker realized there were additional uses for the absorbent material used to make diapers. Instead of continuing to ship the excess material to the landfill, 4EG Solutions is now trying to sell the repurposed material to interested markets. Read more

UW-Platteville Participation Policy

Due to increased federal regulations, UW-Platteville is required to verify that all enrolled students are participating in courses prior to the census date of each semester. All students will be required to demonstrate participation in each of their courses by completing the UW-Platteville Participation Policy discussion prior to the census date of each semester. You may review the Participation Policy for more details. Read more

To Do List

Start your spring semester off right by signing into courses during Preview Week and checking out your syllabus and course calendar. Planning ahead now can lead to success later!

As you prepare your tax forms, make sure you have everything you need to complete the FAFSA as well. You may qualify for federal student aid to help pay for your courses.

Important Dates

Jan. 9 – Registration and payment deadline: Last day to register and pay for spring 2017 online courses

Jan. 17 – Preview Week begins

Jan. 23 – First day of spring 2017 online courses

Feb. 1 – Participation Deadline

Feb. 1 – Intent to Graduate form and $40 fee due for spring 2017 graduation. Speak with your advisor for more information.

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