Events at UW-Platteville
Events
Oct
08
Thursday Game Night
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Markee Pioneer Student Center
Our weekly Thursday meeting is in the Markee outside the Haus at 6:00pm and we play games until they close (10:00pm). You can come and go whenever you like and feel free to bring your own games. Personal suggestions: bring a water bottle and eat before the meeting (I usually get food from the Haus).
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08
Oct
08
General Alliance Meeting
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | University South Room, Markee Student Center
We meet at 6:00pm in University South Room each Thursday of the Markee Pioneer Student Center.
Oct
08
Oct
08
Homecoming: Pioneer Bingo
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Velzy Commons, Ullsvik Hall
Start your engines for Pioneer Bingo! Join us on Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. in Velzy Commons, Ullsvik Hall for an evening of bingo, prizes, and Pioneer spirit. This is one Homecoming tradition you won't want to miss! Race your way through multiple rounds for a chance to win UW-Platteville gear, college essentials, and other exciting prizes.
Oct
08
Oct
08
Outdoor Adventure Club weekly meeting
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Platteville rooms at the Markee
Weekly meetings will involve discussions about outdoor recreation topics including, but not limited to hiking rock climbing, camping and canoeing as well as discussion about trips club members have taken or are taking. Meetings are generally held in the Platteville rooms at the Markee.
Oct
08
Oct
08
Magic the Gathering
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:45 pm | Mound Room, Markee
Come join us in the Mound Room at the Markee from 7:00 - 9:45 for some Magic the Gathering!
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08
Oct
08
The Laramie Project
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts
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University Box Office
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Theatre
In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...
Oct
08
Oct
09
Fencing Practice Meeting
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Pioneer Activity Center, Studio 1
Twice-weekly fencing meeting. All skill levels welcome. We provide all equipment, arrive in athletic shoes and pants. Wednesday meetings are held on the grey courts, and Friday meetings are held in Studio 1.
Oct
09
Oct
09
Fast Lane Fest
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Pioneer Crossing, The Markee
Rev up your Homecoming celebration at Fast Lane Fest! Join us for an evening of competition, creativity, and Pioneer pride. Test your driving skills in a Gran Turismo video game tournament, make your own Homecoming-themed iron patch craft, capture the memories at the photobooth, and enjoy some cheesy goodness with cheese fries. The festivities will also include the Homecoming Royalty...
Oct
09
Oct
09
The Laramie Project
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts
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UW-Platteville
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University Box Office
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Theatre
In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...
Oct
09
Oct
10
Homecoming Parade
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Main Street
Join us for the spectacular annual Homecoming Parade on Saturday, October 10, 2026! Located on Main Street and running between Hickory Street and Virgin Avenue, this vibrant event is a highlight of Homecoming weekend. Rain or shine, the parade will march on, only pausing for lightning or a tornado. Don't miss out on the floats, bands, and community spirit that...
Oct
10
Oct
10
Homecoming: Luncheon
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ullsvik Hall - Patio
Join us for the Homecoming Luncheon on Saturday, October 10, 2026! Located on the Ullsvik Hall South Patio. Rain location inside Ullsvik Hall. Pioneer Merchandise available ($), customized hats ($), bounce house course, coloring pages, football goal posts, sidewalk chalk, facing painting, prize drawings, Culver's Ice Cream, The Wundos, and a lot of Pioneer Pride . Festivities begin right after...
Oct
10
Oct
10
Plattcon Meeting
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm | Hemple Collaboratory Markee Pioneer Student Center
Plattecon meetings are for anyone who wishes to be a part of the planning process for the convention held every year at the end of spring. Each meeting is an hour long and there will be multiple opportunities for students to get involved.
Oct
10
Oct
10
Pioneer Football vs UW-Eau Claire
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium
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Marching Pioneers
Welcome to the Ralph E Davis Pioneer Stadium for Pioneer Football! Today is Homecoming! Be sure to watch the amazing Marching Pioneers perform the halftime show!
Oct
10
Oct
10
Pioneer Women's Soccer vs UW-River Falls
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium
Welcome to the Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium for Pioneer Women's Soccer! Gates open one hour prior to game time. Tickets $10 for adults $8 for seniors (62 and older) $5 for youth (age 5-17) Free for children 4 and under + UW-Platteville students with valid ID Confirmation emails contain your tickets with QR code. Please print at home or...
Oct
10
Oct
10
The Laramie Project
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts
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Community
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Arts & Entertainment
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Enrichment
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UW-Platteville
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University Box Office
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Theatre
In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...
Oct
10
Oct
10
Homecoming: Lighting of the M
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Platte Mound M
Join us for the yearly tradition of the Lighting of the M for the conclusion of Homecoming week! At 8:30 p.m. the Homecoming Fireworks display will kick off! You won't want to miss this!
Oct
10
Oct
11
The Laramie Project
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts
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Community
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Arts & Entertainment
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Enrichment
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UW-Platteville
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University Box Office
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Theatre
In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...
Oct
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Oct
12
Fencing Practice Meeting
Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Pioneer Activity Center, Studio 1
Twice-weekly fencing meeting. All skill levels welcome. We provide all equipment, arrive in athletic shoes and pants. Wednesday meetings are held on the grey courts, and Friday meetings are held in Studio 1.
Oct
12
Oct
12
LSF Bible Study
Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Mississippi Room
God's Word. Friendship. Encouragement. Weekly Bible study with LSF and more! Free & open to all-come belong at the table!
Oct
12
Oct
12
Spikeball Club Pickup Games
Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm | East Turf Practice Field
Meeting at 8:00 PM on the practice turf, the Spikeball Club will be holding pickup spikeball games for all skill levels! The club will provide the nets and balls, all you need to bring is your readiness to have a good time! Also, find out how you can win a FREE SPIKEBALL PRO NET when you join us at a...
Oct
12
Oct
13
Weekly Roundtable
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Ottensman Hall Room 105
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY -- YOU ARE INVITED! OTTS 105 @ 4:30 PM. -- ACTIVE, INTERACTIVE, FUN MEETINGS! "You don't have to stay poor. You don't have to accept being worse off than your parent." ~ Charlie Kirk Come down to our weekly meeting, held in OTTS 105 @ 4:30 PM. We strive to live by discussion, for the sake of discussion....
Oct
13
Oct
13
Microtunneling in Practice: Precision Crossings Beneath Rivers, Railroads, Highways, and Lakes
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Sesquicentennial Hall - Room 350
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Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture
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Engineering, Mathematics and Science
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UW-Platteville
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Engineering Seminar Series
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Corporate Relations
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Construction Management
Join us for the fall Engineering Seminar Series as Shane McFadden, P.E., Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI), presents Microtunneling in Practice: Precision Crossings Beneath Rivers, Railroads, Highways, and Lakes. Some of the most difficult utility crossings in civil infrastructure sit beneath features that cannot be disturbed: a navigable river, an active rail line, an interstate, or a lake that...
Oct
13
Oct
13
FE/PE Exams - Shive Hattery
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | room 307, Busby hall
Shive-Hattery is coming to present about their work in building design, as well as tips and tricks for the FE and PE exams.
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13
Oct
13
EWB Weekly Meeting
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Busby 200A
Hey Everyone! This meeting will be an Engineers Without Border's general meeting when we discuss and connect over EWB's main goal "Partner with communties and develop leaders to build a better world". Meetings will be in Busby 200A at 5-6pm! Feel free to come join even if you are not a STEM major!
Oct
13
Oct
13
Regular Meeting
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Platteville West Room, Markee Pioneer Student Center
General meeting of the College Democrats of UW-Platteville.
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13
Oct
13
Collega2Career: SWE Global Membership
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Sesquicentennial Hall - Room 350
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UW-Platteville
Join us on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:00-7:00 PM in SQH 350 to hear from industry professionals about the benefits and opportunities that come with SWE Global Membership. The event will feature a presentation followed by a Q&A session, giving you the chance to learn how SWE can support your professional growth beyond college. Everyone is Welcome!
Oct
13
Oct
13
Pumpkins!
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Room 104, Boebel Hall
Join us for pumpkin carving or painting!
Oct
13
Oct
13
Band Extravaganza
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts
Come enjoy a night of wonderful music with our Pioneer bands! Tickets $10 for adults $5 UW-Platteville students free for youth under 18
Oct
13
Oct
13
Swing Dance Meeting
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Pioneer Tower Room 038
Swing Dance Club Weekly Meeting - 8:30-10:00pm in Room 038 Pioneer Tower No experience or partner necessary! Beginner lessons are provided upon request. We recommend bringing a water bottle and wearing comfortable clothes you can move around in. If the weather is bad, please bring a change of shoes to keep our dance floor clean.
Oct
13
Oct
14
Construction Career Day
Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Velzy Commons, Ullsvik Hall
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Prospective Students
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Career
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Youth
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Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture
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UW-Platteville
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Admissions
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Construction Management
The 8th Annual Construction Career Day gives students exposure to the different career opportunities within the construction industry. Students will experience hands-on activities, and the opportunity to network with construction professionals and UW-Platteville faculty, students, and alumni. Students will also be given the opportunity to experience what a real construction site is like. The event is geared towards 9th-12th grade...
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