UW-Platteville students took part in the nation’s first cold weather mass fatality response exercise, offering forensic training while aiding emergency responders in refining their disaster response strategies.

Thirteen students embarked on a field trip to New York City, where they explored global and local initiatives. From the United Nations to urban farming, they gained hands-on experience in sustainability, service and cultural immersion.

Winch will be serving in the Peace Corps as an English teacher in Querétaro, Mexico later this year and is the first UW-Platteville student in more than a decade to be accepted before graduation.

UW-Platteville’s Criminal Justice Fair offers students real-world opportunities, strong alumni connections and a supportive community that prepares them for successful careers in the field.

High school students from across Wisconsin gathered at the UW-Platteville to compete in the annual FFA Career Development Events, showcasing their agricultural skills and preparing for state-level competitions.

Lauren Carlson made history as the first Pioneer to win the Landscape Illinois design competition, showcasing her skills in landscape architecture and plant selection.

The UW-Platteville Athletic Department is excited to announce a bone marrow drive in partnership with the National Marrow Donor Program on Thursday, April 3, at three locations on campus: Bridgeway Commons, Williams Fieldhouse and the Markee Pioneer Student Center. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the goal is to register more than 500 people with the National Marrow Donor Program Registry.

Students are leveraging AI tools to refine their resume writing and interviewing techniques, ensuring they stand out in an increasingly tech-driven workforce while maintaining the crucial human connection that sets them apart.

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.

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.

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.

Students, faculty and staff participated in the 19th Annual Southwest Wisconsin Business & Education Summit on Thursday, February 13th in Velzy Commons.

UW-Platteville's Engineering Partnerships is offering a path for working adults to earn engineering degrees, allowing them to balance career, family and education. Students can advance their careers without relocating or sacrificing personal commitments.

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.

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.

The UW-Platteville Collegiate Crops Team placed first overall at the Regional Crops Contest held in Brookings, South Dakota on Oct. 19.