UW-Platteville to celebrate 100 years of Homecoming tradition
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, Press ReleaseThe University of Wisconsin-Platteville will celebrate its 100th Homecoming Oct. 6-12, 2024.
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Xiao completes sabbatical in Germany and develops a study abroad program for students
Written By: Dr. Danny Xiao | Published On: | Featured in: Engineering, International, STEM, ResearchDr. 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.
How a training dummy demonstrates a degree in forensic investigation is a wise choice at UW-Platteville
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation, ResearchUW-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. Evers visits campus, explores innovative learning spaces
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, Press ReleaseGov. 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.
Engineering change: How UW-Platteville students are empowering Ghana's next generation
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Engineering, InternationalUW-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.
New Professional Writing Certificate designed to help students stand out in job market
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Humanities, Press ReleaseUW-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.
Tucker recognized with faculty advising award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, HumanitiesDr. 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.
Ahmed recognized with faculty award for teaching excellence
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, BusinessDr. Sameer Ahmed, assistant professor in the School of Business at UW-Platteville, is being honored with the 2024 Early Career Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence.
Davis recognized as outstanding professional academic advisor
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityJanelle Davis, academic advisor at UW-Platteville, is being honored with the 2024 Outstanding Professional Advising Award, which is bestowed to an advisor who exemplifies the best qualities of academic staff advisors.
UW-Platteville students enhance global business skills and personal growth in Germany
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: History, International, BusinessSix business students from UW-Platteville recently embarked on an enriching two-week study abroad program in Germany, blending sightseeing with hands-on business experience.
Tutoring Services and the Writing Center empower students to succeed
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityAs the fall semester begins, UW-Platteville is inviting the campus community to learn more about its Tutoring Services and Writing Center at an open house on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 4-7 p.m. on the first floor of Karrmann Library.
UW-Platteville students attend SHRM annual conference
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: BusinessUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville business students enrolled as part of a special topics summer course attended the 2024 Society for Human Resource Management annual conference and expo. The experience is used as an elective for HR and management majors and includes an SHRM membership for one year.
Charting new horizons: Chancellor Evetovich addresses faculty and staff at annual convocation
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, Press ReleaseFaculty and staff gathered for the 2024-2025 academic year convocation remarks delivered by UW-Platteville Chancellor Dr. Tammy Evetovich.
Students explore diverse interests through Summer Undergraduate Scholars Program
Written By: Dr. Ryan Haasl | Published On: | Featured in: STEM, ResearchFor the seventh consecutive summer, 10 students participated in the Summer Undergraduate Scholars Program at UW-Platteville.
Burp science: How UW-Platteville is turning cow gas into research gold
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Dairy Innovation Hub, Press Release, Agriculture, ResearchUW-Platteville's Pioneer Farm is leading the way in agricultural innovation with the introduction of the GreenFeed machine, a groundbreaking technology in livestock emissions research.
School of Agriculture is milking innovation and setting the bar high with cutting-edge dairy technology at Pioneer Farm
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Dairy Innovation Hub, Agriculture, ResearchUW-Platteville's Pioneer Farm is revolutionizing dairy management with cutting-edge technologies that measure cow emissions (burps) and monitor feed intake, setting new standards in sustainability and precision. These advancements offer students unparalleled hands-on experiences and position the university as a leader in agricultural innovation within the tri-state area.
NSF-funded Plant Biotechnology Boot Camp brings high school students to campus
Written By: Dr. Muthu Venkateshwaran | Published On: | Featured in: Biology, Youth Programs, Agriculture, STEMEight high school students from the tri-state area recently participated in the Plant Biotechnology Boot Camp held at UW-Platteville. The week-long residential camp offered hands-on learning opportunities in the areas of plant biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology, plant pathology and microbiology.
Menke recognized with staff award for excellence
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityUW-Platteville will recognize Carissa Menke, financial specialist in the cashier’s office, with the 2024 University Staff Award for Excellence. She is one of two recipients of this year’s award.
From boots to books: UW-Platteville’s commitment to veterans in higher education
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Applied Engineering Technology Management, VeteransDiscover how UW-Platteville is making a difference for veteran students. From dedicated support systems to recognizing the unique skills veterans bring, UW-Platteville goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth transition from military to academic life.
Marching Pioneers to perform during halftime of Packers game
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityThe UW-Platteville marching band, the Marching Pioneers, will be performing at Lambeau Field on Sunday, Oct. 20 when the Green Bay Packers play the Houston Texans. Kickoff is scheduled for noon.
UW-Platteville announces five faculty fellowships funded by state-sponsored Dairy Innovation Hub
Written By: Maria Woldt | Published On: | Featured in: Dairy Innovation Hub, Press Release, Agriculture, ResearchUW-Platteville recently awarded five faculty research fellowships to increase dairy-related research capacity through the Dairy Innovation Hub initiative.
Ramthun honored with Outstanding Woman of Color Award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityUW-Platteville will recognize Helen Ramthun, who is pursuing her Master of Science in Supply Chain Management at UW-Platteville, as the 2024 recipient of the Outstanding Woman of Color Award.
Loeffelholz recognized with staff award for excellence
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityUW-Platteville will recognize Brian Loeffelholz, inventory control supervisor with facilities management, with the 2024 University Staff Award for Excellence. He is one of two recipients of this year's award, which recognizes staff members who provide essential services to the university while demonstrating excellence of performance, personal interaction and initiative and creativity.
Tremelling honored with Woman of the Year Award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, Criminal Justice and Forensic InvestigationUW-Platteville will recognize Elizabeth Tremelling, academic advisor in Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation, as one of two recipients of the 2024 Dr. Carol Sue Butts Woman of the Year Award, which recognizes employees and students who identify as a woman and make a difference in the lives of others in the campus community.
UW-Platteville School of Agriculture receives grant from CHS Foundation to enhance precision agriculture curriculum
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Press Release, Agriculture, ResearchThe University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Agriculture has been awarded a significant grant from the CHS Foundation to advance the university's precision agriculture initiatives.
Daugherty recognized with academic staff award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: AgricultureUW-Platteville will recognize Justin Daugherty, animal care manager at Pioneer Farm, with the 2024 Academic Staff Award for Excellence.
UW-Platteville announces new partnership with Madison College in data science
Written By: | Published On: | Featured in: Press Release, STEMContinuing their ongoing partnership, UW-Platteville and Madison College have formalized a new articulation agreement that will open the door for more students to pursue the growing field of data science.
Franklin honored with Woman of the Year Award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityUW-Platteville will recognize Laura Franklin, director of diversity, equity and inclusion, as one of two recipients of the 2024 Dr. Carol Sue Butts Woman of the Year Award, which recognizes employees and students who identify as a woman and make a difference in the lives of others in the campus community.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association merge to enhance support and engagement
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Alumni, Press ReleaseThe University of Wisconsin-Platteville Foundation announces the merger of its Alumni Association board and Foundation board, effective July 2024, forming the unified UW-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association, Inc. This decision underscores a renewed commitment to alumni engagement and university support, marking a significant milestone in strategic planning and collaboration.
The Platteville Summer Arts Festival presents the Sondheim classic 'Into the Woods'
Written By: Sydney Byas | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, Arts & CultureThe Department of Performing and Visuals Arts and the Platteville Summer Arts Festival present the musical “Into the Woods.”
Collaboration gives students opportunity for professional-level experience
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: STEM, ResearchDr. Xiaoguang Ma, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, is collaborating with global software manufacturer COPA-DATA USA Corp. to enhance student learning and open the door to new student-led research opportunities.
Driving forward: UW-Platteville student Kyle Quinn’s adapted golf and teaching journey
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Health and Human PerformanceMeet Kyle Quinn, a student at UW-Platteville who defies expectations with his passion for adaptive golf, coaching youth sports and his goal of becoming a physical education teacher.
Dornak selected for Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Environmental SciencesDr. Lynnette Dornak, associate professor of environmental science and society, has been selected for the 2024-2025 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program. She is one of two UW-Platteville faculty members selected for the Universities of Wisconsin program this year.
What’s in a name? How the newly named Applied Engineering Technology Management Department is propelling student success in the tri-state region
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Applied Engineering Technology Management, Women in STEM, STEMExplore how UW-Platteville's Applied Engineering Technology Management Department is shaping careers and industries with innovative education and hands-on experience.
Kadjo selected for Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Press Release, AgricultureDr. Lucie Kadjo, associate professor of agribusiness, is one of two UW-Platteville faculty members selected for the 2024-2025 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program.
UW-Platteville Foundation celebrates fifth consecutive year of record fundraising
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Alumni, Press ReleaseThe UW-Platteville Foundation proudly announces another historic achievement in philanthropy, raising more than $9.3 million during the 2024 fiscal year.
Out of the classroom and into the stream: How fish sampling teaches UW-Platteville biology students conservation
Written By: Christine Bellport | Published On: | Featured in: Biology, Environmental Sciences, STEM, ResearchBiology students learn a unique way to test the health and well-being of a local stream on the UW-Platteville campus. Electrofishing amps up the education process by taking students outdoors and into a real-world scenario.
Tesdahl honored with faculty appreciation award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, HistoryDr. Eugene Tesdahl, associate professor of history at UW-Platteville, is being recognized with the 2024 Nimocks Family Faculty Appreciation Award.
Rabbani to be recognized with teaching award in excellence
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, STEMDr. Mohammad Rabbani, associate professor of chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, is being presented with the 2024 Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence.
Krugler to receive Excellence in Teaching Award
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & Community, HistoryDr. David Krugler, professor of history at UW-Platteville, was selected as one of the recipients of the 2024 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Awards. The award is funded by an endowment from the Alliant Energy Foundation, Inc. to recognize and reward extraordinary undergraduate teachers at Universities of Wisconsin schools within Alliant Energy’s service area.
UW-Platteville labs enhanced by Miron Construction gift
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: Applied Engineering Technology Management, Construction Management, Corporate RelationsIn a recent show of its continued support of UW-Platteville's Construction Management and Construction Safety Management programs, Miron Construction Co., Inc. donated a mini-excavator – giving UW-Platteville students greater access to hands-on experience in the programs.
Students compete in crops judging contest
Written By: Dawn Lee | Published On: | Featured in: AgricultureThe UW-Platteville Collegiate Crops Team recently competed in the National Association of College Teachers in Agriculture crops contest, hosted by the University of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Cybersecurity team secures strong finish in capture the flag competition
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: STEMThe Cybersecurity Club at UW-Platteville participated in the picoCTF 2024 competition, where its team placed 17th out of 539 undergraduate schools.
UW-Platteville announces new transfer agreement with UCLA Extension, new emphasis
Written By: Kristie Reynolds | Published On: | Featured in: Online Education, STEMUW-Platteville announces a new transfer agreement with UCLA Extension and adds an aerospace manufacturing engineering emphasis to its online Master of Science in Engineering.
UW-Platteville’s 212th commencement celebrates class of 2024
Written By: Alison Parkins | Published On: | Featured in: Campus & CommunityThe University of Wisconsin-Platteville celebrated its 212th commencement on May 11, recognizing 970 spring and summer degree candidates
Students compete in National Agri-Marketing Association competition
Written By: Dr. Lucie Kadjo, NAMA Advisor | Published On: | Featured in: AgricultureThe National Agri-Marketing Association Club at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Agriculture recently traveled to Kansas City, Missouri, to compete in the National Agri-Marketing Association Student Competition.
Collegiate Soils Team places among top teams at national contests
Written By: Dr. Chris Baxter | Published On: | Featured in: Agriculture, STEMThe UW-Platteville Collegiate Soils Team recently competed in two national contests, where students describe and scientifically classify soils and landforms using tools and techniques employed by professional soil scientists.
Ivanov delivers McGaffey Lecture in Milwaukee
Written By: | Published On: | Featured in: HistoryOn April 11, Dr. Andrey V. Ivanov, associate professor of history at UW-Platteville, delivered the annual Endowed McGaffey Lecture on the UW-Milwaukee campus.
Performing and Visual Arts to present annual wearable art show
Written By: Scott Steder | Published On: | Featured in: Arts & CultureThe UW-Platteville Department of Performing and Visual Arts will present its annual "Project RunAway: Wearable Art in Motion” on Tuesday, May 7.
Aspiring Educators host second annual Teacher Panel
Written By: | Published On: | Featured in: EducationThe Aspiring Educators student organization recently hosted its second annual Teacher Panel, inviting 15 educators from surrounding school districts to share their experience teaching in rural areas.