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The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is gearing up for the 101st Homecoming, taking place Sept. 28–Oct. 4, 2025, with this year’s theme celebrating all things Pioneer.
Colleges of Distinction has recognized UW-Platteville’s School of Education for its exceptional approach to preparing classroom-ready educators.
UW-Platteville recently announced its fall 2025 enrollment estimates, which includes the largest freshman class in six years.
Dr. Evan Larson and a team of Indigenous and non-Indigenous collaborators illuminate how cultural fire stewardship shaped resilient ecosystems in the Great Lakes region.
September is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months yet for Helios, The University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s College of Liberal Arts and Education’s signature humanities initiative.
With optimism and purpose, Chancellor Evetovich set a bold tone for the year ahead, celebrating progress and unity while inspiring continued dedication to student success and well-being.
Dr. Dong Isbister is being recognized for her impactful work in Women's and Gender Studies, mentoring students and advancing inclusive education across campus and beyond.
WiSys has named University of Wisconsin-Platteville Professor of Electrical Engineering Dr. Nader Safari-Shad as a 2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year. The award is bestowed annually and presented during the WiSys SPARK Symposium.
WiSys has named University of Wisconsin-Platteville alum and inventor Isaac Lange as a Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year. The award is bestowed annually and presented during the WiSys SPARK Symposium.
By turning to sheep for sustainable landscaping, UW-Platteville is leading the way in an eco-friendly initiative that could soon be adopted across the Universities of Wisconsin system.
High school students from across Wisconsin spent a week at UW-Platteville, gaining hands-on experience and inspiration to pursue future careers in plant science and innovation.
Dr. Avinash Paruchuri has been selected for a Wisconsin Teaching Fellow to collaborate with other exceptional teachers from across the Universities of Wisconsin and from various disciplines.
UW-Platteville earned national recognition as an Affordable College of Distinction for its exceptional combination of low net costs and strong student outcomes, offering students outstanding value in higher education.
In memory of Ethan Squires the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is honoring his legacy through a campaign to purchase a Steinway Model D concert grand piano, ensuring his passion for music continues to inspire generations of student performers.
Dr. Leonida Ljumanovic, professor of mathematics, has received the Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence in recognition of her outstanding contributions as an educator.
Candito is being recognized for exemplary teaching that fosters diversity, civil discourse, student engagement and the value of a liberal arts education.
Fatema alzahra Sahak draws on her background and passion for school psychology to introduce children to the meaning of Eid through interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
Michael Lambert, lecturer in the Humanities Department, has been honored with the Academic Staff Award for Excellence in recognition of his outstanding service, initiative and dedication to the UW-Platteville community.
Reilly Klippel, a 2025 graduate, earned third place at the WiSys Quick Pitch State Final.
The UW-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association raised $8.7 million in philanthropic support during fiscal year 2025, with nearly 8,700 individual gifts reflecting the growing generosity and engagement of the UW-Platteville community.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville recently awarded six faculty research fellowships to increase dairy-related research capacity through the Dairy Innovation Hub initiative.
The Department of Performing and Visuals Arts and the Platteville Summer Arts Festival present the musical “The Clockmaker’s Daughter,” an original musical by British composers Michael Webborn and Daniel Finn.
Bockenhauer, known for her longstanding dedication to student success, has received an award recognizing excellence in academic advising.
Nadia Sifri, a dedicated academic advisor within the Department of Biology, is being honored for her exceptional service, personal commitment and innovative contributions to student success.
Dr. Dale Murray has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award, recognizing extraordinary undergraduate teachers.
Senior Lecturer Thomas Pitcher has been selected for a Wisconsin Teaching Fellow to collaborate with other exceptional teachers from across the Universities of Wisconsin and from various disciplines.
UW-Platteville scientist Dennis Busch is taking center stage in a multi-state study on how soil health and manure management impact greenhouse gas emissions, water quality and forage yield in dairy production.
Travis Schute, grounds lead at UW-Platteville, has been honored with the University Staff Award for Excellence in recognition of his outstanding service, innovation and dedication to the campus community.
Jeanne Robinson, a lifelong Platteville resident and staff member since 1984, uses her decades of experience to help generations of military families navigate educational benefits with compassion and unwavering commitment.
Sara Koeller, administrative assistant for the Department of Humanities, has been honored with the University Staff Award for Excellence.
Dr. Chris Frayer, professor of mathematics at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, was selected as one of the recipients of the 2025 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Awards.
UW-Platteville has awarded Dr. James Berglund, assistant professor of geology, with the Early Career Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence.
UW-Platteville celebrated more than 900 graduates during its 214th commencement, held May 17.
Jeff LaSee didn’t follow the traditional college path, but through heart, grit and the support of those who believed in him, he turned a lifelong dream into a degree and a legacy for his family.
Students harness solar power to cook waffles as part of a hands-on final project, applying classroom theory to real-world renewable energy challenges.
Dr. Krista Hardyman, professor of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences in the School of Agriculture at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, was selected to receive an Honorary American FFA Degree. The award is given to those who advance agricultural education and FFA through outstanding personal commitment.
The new power and energy systems emphasis equips engineering graduate students with the skills to tackle modern challenges in energy generation, distribution and smart grid technologies through a blend of theory and hands-on training.
A team of construction management students tackled an intense challenge on a national stage. Their performance highlights a program that blends skill, leadership and hands-on experience.
UW-Platteville will hold its 214th commencement on Saturday, May 17 in Williams Fieldhouse, where an estimate 900 students will walk across the stage.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville and Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (SWTC) announces a new transfer pathway to help regional students continue their business education.
Following a nationwide search, University of Wisconsin-Platteville Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Laura Reynolds announces the selection of Dr. Travis Nelson as Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Education.
Nelson has served in the interim role for the past year and served as associate dean of the College of LAE since 2022.
The seventh annual Pioneer Creative Activities and Research Poster Day showcased more than 90 poster projects highlighting faculty, staff and student research from across the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s annual literary magazine, Spirit Lake Review (SLR), will be hosting a launch party celebrating the release of its 2025 issue on Wednesday, May 7, from 5:15-7:30 p.m. in the Nohr Art Gallery. SLR is a literary magazine published every spring semester and is edited and designed by Dr.
The Helios Program for Integrated Liberal Arts celebrated student excellence in writing with its inaugural Helios Awards, recognizing outstanding work across first-year and upper-level courses.
Sesquicentennial Hall has earned the 2025 WI ASLA Merit Award for Large Scale Design, honoring its visionary integration of sustainable landscapes, learning spaces and community-centered planning.
The Rountree Gallery in Platteville is featuring the Roger Gottschalk Retrospective—a celebration of the late artist’s vibrant legacy from abstract paintings to surreal prints that reflect on humanity and the absurd beauty of life. The exhibit in the Main Gallery runs from May 8 through June 21. An Artist’s Reception will be held Friday, May 16, from 4-7 p.m.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Performing and Visual Arts and Pioneer Players will conclude their theatre season with Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (30 Plays in 60 Minutes). The production opens on Thursday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. and continues with evening performances on Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, at 7:30 p.m.
Not one, but two teams from UW-Platteville's Cybersecurity Club achieved a top 3% finish out of 10,000 teams in the picoCTF global competition.