University News

A Foundation for Success: UW-Platteville Celebrates First Graduate of the Accelerated Nursing Program

This spring marks a milestone achievement for the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh as Sienna Isaacson will be the first graduate of the nursing pathway 3+1 dual bachelor’s degree program. This accelerated nursing program allows students to complete their Bachelor of Science in biology at UW-Platteville and their Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) from UW-Oshkosh in four years.

Northern Exposure – The Bayfield Practicum

Elementary education students from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Education recently traveled to Bayfield, Wisconsin, to see firsthand what community-based learning and culturally responsive teaching looks like.

Genghis Khan in Wisconsin: UW-Platteville Students Explore the Riches of Central Asia on a Field Trip

Genghis Khan (born Temujin, 1162-1227) was a world-famous conqueror. His armies captured vast expanses of territory, reaching as far as Korea in the east and Germany in the west. He and his sons unified different civilizations in Eurasia, creating a common sphere for trade, intellectual exchange, and postal communication. And one of his coins ended up in Wisconsin.

Health and Human Performance Student and Instructor Recognized with Prestigious Awards

Two members of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Health and Human Performance have in the past month won prestigious national and regional awards.

Wisconsin Student Musicians Head to UW-Platteville

Thousands of dedicated middle and high school student musicians from Wisconsin and contiguous states are preparing for Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) State Solo & Ensemble Festivals. UW-Platteville will host this event on Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. It will be open to the public and free of charge.

School of Education at UW-Platteville Hosts 4th Annual Rural Education Conference and Job Fair

As rural areas struggle to draw young people to their communities or keep young people from leaving rural hometowns, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is making it a priority to connect students with rural job opportunities. To further these efforts, the School of Education hosted its 4th Annual Rural Education Conference and Job Fair on April 15th in Velzy Commons at Ullsvik Hall.  

University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich Announces Sam Koenig as New Athletic Director

University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich today announced Sam Koenig as the new Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Athletic Director - AD), effective May 18. A native of Dubuque and a former standout in high school and college men’s soccer, Koenig is returning to lead and advance Pioneer athletics.

UW-Platteville Students, Faculty, and Alumni at the 50-year anniversary of the WGSC Conference

Several students, faculty, and alumni from the College of Liberal Arts and Education at UW-Platteville received student research awards, attended, or presented at the 2026 WGSC Spring Conference, “Rooted in Justice: Fifty Years of Feminist Scholarship and Community Engagement,” held in Madison on April 9-10.

Squires Steinway Grand Piano makes a Starry Debut on May the 4th

May the 4th, considered Star Wars Day by legions of fans (“May the Fourth be with you”), is a fitting date to debut the Ethan Squires Steinway concert grand piano. Squires was a devoted Star Wars fan, and the repertoire for the evening’s concert was chosen to honor and celebrate Squires, his love of Star Wars, and the new instrument purchased in his memory.

UW-Platteville to Celebrate Pioneers Day of Giving April 23–24

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will celebrate its 11th annual Pioneers Day of Giving on April 23–24, a two-day fundraising event dedicated to supporting student success.

UW-Platteville Students Contribute to Fire Restoration Efforts Across Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Region

Students enrolled in Dr. Evan Larson’s Fire Ecology course in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Society participated in a four-day field trip, contributing to projects aimed at reintroducing low-intensity fire to the landscapes of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Region.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville Releases New Economic Impact Numbers

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has announced groundbreaking results from its comprehensive 2025 Economic Impact Study, revealing that for every dollar invested by the state in UW-Platteville, Wisconsin gains an impressive annual $2.19 in tax revenue, representing a remarkable 119% return on investment.

Jazz & Politics: Exploring NOLA Through Music

Eleven UW-Platteville students visited New Orleans during Spring Break (March 14-18) as part of a one-credit Political Science field trip course focusing on the central theme of Jazz & Politics: Exploring NOLA through Music. The students visited historic sites such as New Orleans’ famous Jazz Museum, the French Quarter, Treme, and Frenchman Street.

UW-Platteville Places Third in National ABC Construction Management Competition

University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Student Chapter, affiliated with Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin, today announced it placed third overall and second in estimating in the 2026 Construction Management Competition at ABC Convention 2026 in Salt Lake City on March 20.

Would You Look at That: Platteville Art Galleries to Celebrate International Slow Art Day

Twenty-seven seconds. According to researchers Lisa and Jeffrey Smith, that is the average time gallery visitors spent looking at a single piece of art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art before moving along to the next piece. Which raises the question: Are gallery visitors spending enough time with the art?

Admission Counselors Making an Impact

Two members of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Admissions and Recruitment team have been honored by the Wisconsin Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC), marking the first time UW-Platteville professionals have received individual recognition from the statewide organization.

School of Education Faculty Publishes International Special Issue with Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary, Budapest

Faculty in the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville recently collaborated with the Faculty of Primary and Pre-school Education at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest, Hungary, to produce a special issue of Gyermeknevelés Tudományos Folyóirat (Journal of Early Years Education).

Animal and Dairy Science Students Compete in Regional Academic Quadrathlon Competition

Four UW-Platteville Animal and Dairy Science students competed in the regional American Society of Animal Science (ASAS) Academic Quadrathlon competition at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, March 8^th and 9^th. The competition was part of the American Society of Animal Science Midwest Meetings held in Omaha, NE at the CHI Convention Center.

UW–Platteville Students Showcase Research at State Capitol During Research in the Rotunda

Students from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville and University of Wisconsin–Platteville Baraboo Sauk County presented their research projects at the Research in the Rotunda on Wednesday at the Wisconsin State Capitol, joining undergraduate researchers from across the Universities of Wisconsin.

Bestselling Indigenous Author Angeline Boulley Brings Firekeeper’s Daughter to UW–Platteville

On Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, UW-Platteville will be hosting Indigenous, New York Times bestselling author Angeline Boulley for a reading and discussion. The event will take place in Nohr Gallery from 7:00-8:00 pm and will focus on Boulley’s famous 2021 novel, Firekeeper’s Daughter. Students, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend.   

Bridget Wallace named Foundation and Alumni Association Executive Director

The University of Wisconsin–Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association has named Bridget Wallace as its next executive director, effective April 6, 2026.

Melanie Platt-Gibson Named External Relations and Communications Director

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is pleased to announce that Melanie Platt-Gibson has been named the External Relations and Communications Director, effective March 16, 2026.

UW-Platteville to Host Fourth Annual Rural Education Conference and Job Fair

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Education will host its fourth annual Rural Education Conference and Rural Schools Job Fair on Wednesday, April 15, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Velzy Commons at Ullsvik Hall.

Ivanov Explores the Vatican Archives During Winterim

Among the renowned landscapes of world history, few cities hold as many treasures as Rome. For Andrey Ivanov, a UW-Platteville professor specializing in East European and Eurasian history, the Eternal City might at first seem like an unlikely destination.

Dean Philip Parker visits Wisconsin legislators in Washington, D.C.

A delegation including UW–Platteville College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science Dean Philip Parker met with Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation in February to advocate for federal support of engineering education, research, and workforce development that directly benefit UW–Platteville students and programs.

Pioneer Players presents Harold Pinter’s "The Dumb Waiter"

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Department of Performing and Visual Arts-Theatre and Pioneer Players will present “The Dumb Waiter” by Harold Pinter.  Performances are February 18-21 at 7:30pm and February 22 at 2:00pm. All performances will be in the Center for the Arts-Theatre on the campus of the UW-Platteville.

Students complete greenhouse construction for local high school

Students applied course concepts in a real-world setting to construct a fully functional greenhouse that now enhances agricultural education at Southwestern Wisconsin High School.

Elizabeth Osterholz named Chief Enrollment and Marketing Officer

We are pleased to announce that Elizabeth Osterholz has been named University of Wisconsin–Platteville’s Chief Enrollment and Marketing Officer.

Spring into Fall: Advising and Registration Resource Expo

Tuesday, March 3 | 1:00–4:00 p.m. | Velzy Commons

Join the Office of Academic Affairs for Spring into Fall: Advising and Registration Resource Expo.

This interactive event provides students with the opportunity to connect directly with representatives from academic units and student support services across campus.

UW-Platteville to host prescribed fire training February 27

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will host a one-day prescribed fire training on Friday, February 27, providing a foundational knowledge and practical preparation for supporting prescribed burns on campus and beyond.

UW-Platteville School of Business earns prestigious ACBSP Global Accreditation

The achievement reinforces UW-Platteville’s standing as a leader in practical, outcomes-driven business education.

UW-Platteville student awarded Tommy G. Thompson Public Leadership Scholarship

Kaitlyn Greenwood has been recognized for her leadership, academic excellence and commitment to service.

UW-Platteville to host 2026 Wisconsin SkillsUSA Regional Competition

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville's College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture (BILSA) will welcome more than 315 students from schools across Wisconsin for the second Wisconsin SkillsUSA regional competition on Friday, Jan. 30. SkillsUSA empowers the next generation of skilled professionals and leaders.

Pioneer Farm research team zeros in on soil runoff, erosion and nutrient loss in dairy project

The project is studying soil health and manure management and their effects on greenhouse gas reduction, water quality improvement and agronomic factors such as forage yield and quality.

A RIVER, NOT A LAKE: ACCESSIBILITY PALOOZA SETS CAMPUS IN MOTION

Faculty, staff and administrators gathered for a day of learning to prepare for Title II accessibility requirements to advance inclusive digital practices across campus, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement.

Student wins first place for assistive zipper device

A UW-Platteville student earned first place in the WiSys Innovation On-Ramp program for creating the Eazy Zip.

Once a Pioneer, Always a Pioneer: UW-Platteville Celebrates Graduates at 215th Commencement

UW-Platteville students were honored during commencement as they marked a milestone moment and stepped confidently into their next chapter as lifelong Pioneers.

Spring course explores the connection between agriculture and water in Wisconsin

The Spring 2026 Ag-Water Nexus Seminar and Field Experience will be hosted at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, giving students the opportunity to explore Wisconsin’s agricultural–water challenges through both online learning and an in-person field experience.

Pioneers to be celebrated at UW-Platteville’s Fall Commencement

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will celebrate graduates across its three colleges on Dec. 13, honoring student achievement as the fall semester concludes.

UW-Platteville to host teen art show reception and award ceremony December 17

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will host the reception and award ceremony for the Association of Wisconsin Artists (AWA) WRAP-Teen High School Art Show on Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 5–6 p.m. in the Nohr Gallery, located in Ullsvik Hall.

Be a true original and gift from the Nohr Gallery Holiday Sale

How about giving an original gift this year? Kick off the season with some handmade holiday magic! 

The Nohr Gallery Holiday Sale is happening Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Nohr Gallery in Ullsvik Hall. 

UW-Platteville Crops Team scores national success in Kansas City and Chicago

The Collegiate Crops Team earned top national placements in Kansas City and Chicago this fall, extending a decades-long legacy of competitive excellence.

UW-Platteville alumna and Art program get the “W” at Lambeau Field

Trinity Schlorf represented the College of EMS in last spring’s commencement, and now she represents UW-Platteville at Lambeau Field.

UW-Platteville and NWTC announce new engineering partnership for Northeast Wisconsin students

UW-Platteville and NWTC have partnered to offer local students flexible pathways to earn bachelor’s degrees in engineering while staying in Northeast Wisconsin.

From campus to table: students bring hydroponic harvest to the community for Thanksgiving

Students blend sustainability and entrepreneurship as they harvest fresh hydroponic Romaine lettuce for Thanksgiving meals.

UW-Platteville launches new Cannabis Career Certificate programs in partnership with Green Flower

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville today announced the launch of a new suite of online Cannabis Career Certificate programs, developed in partnership with Green Flower, a leader in cannabis education.

Pioneer Players presents Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ featuring APT’s Tim Gittings

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Performing and Visual Arts-Theatre and Pioneer Players will present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by William Shakespeare. The classic comedy will feature American Players Theatre Core Company member Tim Gittings as Nick Bottom.

MSA honored for exemplary partnership with UW-Platteville by Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents

The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents presented MSA with the Regents Business Partnership Award, honoring its lasting partnership and impactful engagement with the University of Wisconsin–Platteville.

Clay Club and UW–Platteville Art Department to host Empty Bowls & Chili Cook-Off Sunday

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Art Department and Clay Club will host their annual Empty Bowls and Chili Cook-Off on Sunday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of Peace located at 1345 North Water Street in Platteville.

From deployment to diploma: a military student's journey to valedictorian

Balancing military duty with online coursework, Lucas Anderson’s commitment to excellence has earned him the honor of LAE valedictorian this December.