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STEM Career Exploration Day provided 75 local high school sophomores with a hands-on opportunity to explore the vast world of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students learned about various majors and career opportunities in STEM fields through engaging workshops across campus.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Performing and Visual Arts will welcome ceramic artist Mitch Iburg on Wednesday, March 12, and Thursday, March 13, for two days of live demonstrations, an artist lecture and discussions with students about their work and ideas.
Three groups of students from the College of Liberal Arts and Education embarked on once-in-a-lifetime study abroad experiences in England, Italy and the Galápagos Islands, enriching their academic and cultural perspectives.
52nd Annual Criminal Justice Career Fair
Date: Wednesday, March 19
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Velzy Commons, Ullsvik Hall, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI
The Pioneer Dairy Club is extending an official invitation for the 42nd Annual Pioneer Dairy Classic Sale taking place on April 5 at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Lancaster, WI. The sale will kick off at 11 a.m., and it will be a day filled with great cattle, opportunities and meaningful causes.
Assistant Professor Zifan Wan is helping to reshape the future of food safety, dairy processing and sustainable agriculture by harnessing cold plasma technology.
The Hydroponics Lab is pioneering sustainable, local food production, experimenting with farming methods to cultivate a more resilient and environmentally conscious future.
Maddie Cooley received the SHAPE America Major of the Year award – a prestigious national honor that recognizes exemplary undergraduate students in the fields of health, physical education, recreation and dance.
The Dairy Innovation Hub will host an informational research poster session at the State Capitol March 26 to highlight select projects funded by the initiative at UW–Platteville, UW–Madison and UW–River Falls.
Attendees are invited to browse a dozen research posters and engage with students and faculty affiliated with Hub-funded projects. Legislators, staff and the public are encouraged to participate.
Through a groundbreaking pilot program, students are immersing themselves in Panama’s rural communities, applying their academic knowledge to help a local farmer, an artist and a bank grow sustainably.
The College of Liberal Arts and Education, in collaboration with Avalon Cinema in Platteville, will host a free screening of February on Wednesday, March 5. The film, which won the Audience Choice Award at the 2024 Wisconsin Film Festival, is set in rural Wisconsin and follows a Mexican immigrant struggling to fit into a small town until he discovers ice fishing.
On Tuesday, February 11, regional artists and UW-Platteville alumni gathered to celebrate the third annual Nohr Gallery “Small Works Exhibition.” This juried exhibit features a variety of artworks that measure twelve inches or less in all dimensions and weigh under 45 pounds.
Students, faculty and staff participated in the 19th Annual Southwest Wisconsin Business & Education Summit on Thursday, February 13th in Velzy Commons.
The UW-Platteville is now accepting applications for its new Master of Science in Education in Educational Leadership, designed for those seeking principal licensure with a focus on rural schools. The program offers a flexible hybrid format that combines online coursework with in-person sessions.
UW-Platteville's College of BILSA hosted the third annual regional SkillsUSA competition, bringing together more than 200 high school students to showcase their skills in technical fields and promote hands-on learning for future professionals.
Sesquicentennial Hall has earned the Grand Prize Award from Learning by Design Magazine, thanks to a collaborative effort that blends innovation, sustainability and hands-on learning.
UW-Platteville is launching an Executive MS in Engineering program in May 2025, offering a flexible hybrid format designed for working professionals. The cohort-based program combines online courses with in-person sessions to enhance collaboration, networking and career growth.
UW-Platteville and UW-La Crosse announce an innovative set of articulation agreements establishing 3+2 dual degree programs, offering students a seamless pathway to earn a Bachelor of Science in physics from UW-La Crosse and a Bachelor of Science in one of four engineering programs at UW-Platteville.
Dr. Danny Xiao presented research at the 104th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting on the use of capillary pressure sensors to assess the effectiveness of curing on Wisconsin concrete.
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Laura Reynolds announced the selection of Dr. Philip Parker as dean of the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science.
A group of engineering students designs a custom bouncy chair for Emma Gunderson, a toddler with blindness and hearing loss, after her current chair became too small. Their innovative solution brought together more than a campus, but a community of love and support.
UW-Platteville celebrated more than 470 graduates during its 213th commencement, held Dec. 14.
UW-Platteville is addressing the healthcare gap in rural areas by training a new generation of physician assistants. Through a unique partnership with UW-Madison, students gain hands-on experience in local healthcare settings, preparing them to meet the growing needs of underserved communities.
UW-Platteville will hold its 213th commencement on Saturday, Dec. 14, celebrating graduates across three ceremonies in Williams Fieldhouse.
The UW-Platteville Collegiate Crops Team earned honors in the 90th annual National American Royal Kansas City Collegiate Crops Contest and the 95th annual National Chicago Collegiate Crops Contest, adding to a 51-year legacy of merit.
Six history students recently had an opportunity to view rare, medieval and early modern Slavic icons at the Chazen Museum of Art in Madison.
Innovation took center stage at UW-Platteville during its inaugural Innovation Days, held Nov. 18-21. The celebration highlighted the university’s commitment to innovation as a core value and showcased its efforts to solve complex problems through collaboration across disciplines.
Now entering its third year, the Small Works Exhibition in the Harry and Laura Nohr Gallery offers artists of all artistic backgrounds the opportunity to submit their artworks to a jury panel for the opportunity to be a part of the February exhibit.
Chemistry students from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville recently attended the 2024 American Chemical Society Midwest Regional Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, where they showcased their research, connected with industry professionals and explored graduate school opportunities. This annual event brought together students and experts from across the Midwest, offering a lineup of workshops, lectures and networking opportunities.
The Department of Performing and Visual Arts-Theatre and Pioneer Players will continue the 2024-25 season with Jean Anouilh’s adaptation of Sophocles’s classic, “Antigone.”
Kearstin Schweitzer, the first female position coach in Valparaiso University history, is redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in football. From her groundbreaking roles at UW-Platteville to her impactful work with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Schweitzer’s journey is paving the way for the next generation of female coaches in the sport.
As winner of the annual concerto competition, Elliott Loughney, a junior civil engineering and music double major, will perform the first movement of Edvard Grieg’s "Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16," with the UW-Platteville Symphonic Wind Ensemble in concert on Wednesday, Nov. 13.
Thanks to the collaborative efforts of alumni, faculty and staff, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is sharing the stories of the more than 70 fallen service members who attended UW-Platteville. Mac Kolar, a 1969 graduate of UW-Platteville and retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel, spearheaded this project, researching and writing the biographies and stories of the fallen.
The UW-Platteville Collegiate Crops Team placed first overall at the Regional Crops Contest held in Brookings, South Dakota on Oct. 19.
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents honored A.Y. McDonald with the Regents Business Partnership Award on Oct. 30, recognizing the company’s longstanding support and impactful collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
The Milwaukee Police Department Forensics Division exemplifies the power of teamwork among graduates of UW-Platteville. Their hands-on training and strong educational foundation have positioned them as leaders in forensic investigation, showcasing the university's impact on law enforcement careers.
Chancellor Tammy Evetovich announced that Jana Steinmetz has been appointed vice chancellor for Administration and Finance. Her appointment begins Monday, Nov. 11.
Nohr Gallery is celebrating the work of 25 professional printmakers with the exhibit “Palimpsest: A Collection of Prints.”
UW-Platteville artists will be featured in this weekend's tri-state region annual pottery tour.
Dr. Florence Obielodan, senior lecturer of mathematics at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, is one of four recipients across the Universities of Wisconsin receiving the 2024 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Teaching Excellence Award.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville will host the Tri-State Undergraduate Psychology Conference on Saturday, Nov. 16. Around 100 attendees are expected to attend, including students, faculty and staff from the participating universities.
The UW-Platteville Department of Performing and Visual Arts-Theatre and Pioneer Players will open their 2024-2025 season with Samuel Beckett’s “Endgame.” Performances are October 9-12 at 7:30 p.m., and October 13 at 2 p.m. in the Center for the Arts Theatre.
Dr. Maya Jaber transforms her classroom by integrating Artificial Intelligence into her curriculum, creating an innovative “AI tutor” to enhance student learning and prepare them for a tech-driven future.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will celebrate its 100th Homecoming Oct. 6-12, 2024.
Dr. Danny Xiao, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, received the opportunity to complete his sabbatical last spring semester at Hochschule Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany. During his time in Germany, Xiao was able to sit in several courses to experience higher education in a European institute.
UW-Platteville is the first and only public institution in Wisconsin to offer a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Investigation, featuring a hands-on Forensic Investigation Crime Scene House and a world-first training dummy equipped with thermo-chrome paint for simulating blanching livor mortis.
Gov. Tony Evers visited UW-Platteville on Sept. 19, touring Busby Hall of Engineering and Sesquicentennial Hall, where leaders and students showcased the university's innovative learning spaces and commitment to the emerging fields of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
UW-Platteville Engineers Without Borders Student Chapter embark on a journey to Ghana to construct a junior high school, bridging a critical gap in education for children in Adumasa.
UW-Platteville is now offering a Professional Writing Certificate, which is designed to complement a broad range of majors and provide students with professional writing, editing and communication skills needed to excel in many careers.
Dr. Amanda Tucker, professor of English, was honored with the 2024 Outstanding Faculty Advising Award from UW-Platteville and the 2024 Faculty Advisor Excellence Award from the Wisconsin Academic Advising Association.