University Of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (uwsp)
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UW-Stevens Point’s American Suzuki Institute offers free public concerts
A variety of free, public instrumental and vocal performances will be offered at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as parents, students, and teachers of the Suzuki method gather from around the world for individual musical instruction, chamber music intensives, lectures, and concerts at the American Suzuki Institute (ASI).
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UW-Stevens Point seeks community input on climate action plan
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking the perspectives of community members as it develops a plan to respond to environmental and social pressures related to climate change.
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UW-Stevens Point's planetarium offering free summer showings
Journey through galaxies this summer at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Allen F. Blocher Planetarium.
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Portage County's only university spent $432,621 on football teams in 2023
Portage County's institution spent $432,621 on their football teams in 2023, a 6.9% decrease from the previous year.
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UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield hosts summer STEAM camp for middle school students
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield is set to host the Full STEAM Ahead camp this August, an educational program focusing on Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEAM). Scheduled for August 13-15 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the camp is designed to provide middle school girls and students of all genders with strategies to build confidence in science and math classes through hands-on projects such as biology and ecology simulations, 3-D printing, and constructing water bottle rockets.
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UW-Stevens Point hosts Polish choir for concerts and lecture
A choir from the University of Gdansk in Poland will participate in a series of concerts and a historical lecture in Stevens Point on July 3 and 5. The visit reconnects the choir with University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point faculty member Andy Felt, who sang with them while abroad.
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9.1% of Portage County students on collegiate teams in 2022
Portage County's only university had 9.1% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.
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UW-Stevens Point offers free planetarium shows throughout summer
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Allen F. Blocher Planetarium will host a series of planetarium shows this summer. Scheduled for 7 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays throughout May and June, these events are free and open to the public, with donations appreciated to support the continuation of the programs.
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UW-Stevens Point featured in season 11 of 'The College Tour
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point are sharing their academic journeys as part of season 11 of “The College Tour,” now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
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UW-Stevens Point professor honored for dedication to Special Olympics healthy hearing program
A University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point professor is helping to pave the way for all to receive the hearing care they deserve.
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UW-Stevens Point graduate Destiny Lloyd receives scholarship for George Washington University Law School
Having immersed herself in the legal system both academically and practically, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point political science graduate Destiny Lloyd is now advancing to law school. Lloyd has been accepted to The George Washington University Law School as one of 10 Open Door Scholars, receiving $135,000 in scholarships.
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UW-Stevens Point earns top state ranking for sustainability efforts
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has been ranked the highest among public institutions in the state for its sustainability achievements, according to an international accrediting body.
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UW-Stevens Point announces commencement ceremonies for May 18, 2024
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will hold its spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18. Corey Jaskolski, a National Geographic Fellow and a 2000 alum of the university, will address the graduates and their families. As the founder and CEO of RAIC Labs, Jaskolski has traveled extensively with National Geographic. He is expected to speak to more than 1,200 graduates from the three UW-Stevens Point campuses.
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New Semi-Professional Soccer Team Partners with UWSP at Marshfield
A new semi-professional soccer team has found a partner in the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield.
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2022: 21 coaches at institution in Portage County earned on average $34,177
The average coaching salary at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Portage County, was $34,177, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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UW-Stevens Point to offer FREE soil testing
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is set to host a free soil testing event next week, providing an opportunity for individuals to gain insights into the soil in their yard or garden spaces. The soilSHOP event, organized by students in an urban soils course at UWSP, will take place on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the College of Natural Resources building in Stevens Point.According to the announcement, the screening will cover various aspects including soil texture, organic matter, pH, electrical conductivity, and lead. Participants will also receive...
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UW-Stevens Point faculty, staff honored at University Awards
Outstanding faculty and staff members at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point were recently recognized for their exemplary work during the 2023-24 academic year.Professor and Department of Political Science Chair Jennifer Collins was awarded the Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship, and Service Award. Collins, known for empowering students to explore new ideas, was commended for her work with the Pointers Voter Coalition and various student organizations. David Cummings, a security officer for University Police and Security Services, received the Carolyn Rolfson...
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UW-Stevens Point Support Leads to Military Friendly Designation
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has been recognized as a silver 2024-25 Military Friendly School, thanks to the strong support provided to military veterans and ROTC students on campus. This designation comes as a result of the institution's commitment to meeting various thresholds for student success and support services.Kayla Zimmerman, a first-year student and president of the Veterans Club at UW-Stevens Point, emphasized the crucial role of the club in her academic journey, stating, "I don’t know how well I would have done that first semester without the...
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Local leaders in running community to speak at UW-Stevens Point
Three local trailblazers in the running community are set to share their personal stories at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point next month. Tom Wetter, Donn Behnke, and Nathan Brown will be the featured speakers at the "Running for Life: Celebrating the History of the Boston Marathon and Running Community in Central Wisconsin" event on Thursday, May 2.Tom Wetter, an emeritus professor of health promotion and wellness at UW-Stevens Point, who will be completing his 25th consecutive Boston Marathon, expressed his gratitude for the journey, stating, "Running 25 Boston...
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New works on display in UW-Stevens Point’s “Danstage 2024”
Featuring new dance works by faculty and guest artists, “Danstage 2024” will conclude the spring University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Department of Theatre and Dance season with performances May 3-5.The upcoming event will feature a variety of captivating performances by talented individuals. Monique Haley will present "The Light," a jazz piece that explores the concept of inner empowerment and transformation. Haley's work reflects on how one's inner light can impact and change a space, akin to an energy shapeshifter.Jeannie Hill's new work, "Out With a Bang!" delves...