Several regional businesses and government bodies have found countless benefits in the tailored training programs offered by UW-Platteville's Continuing Education Institute. These customized courses provide employees with the skills and knowledge required for success, leading to increased engagement and productivity.

Sean Shannon knows the power of the pen and how the written word can change lives. Before an 18-year career teaching English, the UW-Platteville associate lecturer was on a very different life path. But then she found the book “The Artist's Way” by Julia Cameron.

UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute announces a new partnership with the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), a global leader in supply chain certification, in order to prepare learners to meet the ever-growing demand for well-trained and knowledgeable workers in the supply chain industry.

This year, Patricia Rodriguez achieved her lifelong dream of earning her college degree. At the age of 60, the owner of Rodriguez’s Safe Haven Childcare Center in Kenosha, Wisconsin, earned her bachelor’s degree in early child care and education. Now she hopes her story will inspire others to achieve their dreams.

As workers continue to leave their jobs in pursuit of new opportunities, retaining employees has become more important than ever for organizations. UW-Platteville's Continuing Education Institute’s Employee Retention Certificate program was designed to address this pressing issue.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in logistics and supply chain are predicted to grow up to 30% through 2030. The UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute’s Supply Chain Management certificate program is designed to give students the valuable skills needed to thrive in the growing and in-demand field. 

Early childhood educators, parents and caregivers from across the country will have the opportunity to attend this year's Early Childhood Conference on Saturday, March 19.

From a young age, artist Rick Ross was always drawing and sketching. His art has evolved over the years, and he has now taken on a new venture – teaching an art weekend for UW-Platteville's Continuing Education Institute called Layers: Intro to Oil and Cold Wax.

Ashley Lundt was already working in the childcare field, but recently took the opportunity to develop her expertise and skillset with UW-Platteville’s Infant-Toddler Credential program, offered through the Continuing Education Institute. Lundt completed her credential in December and, along with other teachers, was honored at a ceremony on Dec. 4.

Internationally-renowned bioregional herbalist Linda Conroy has signed on to teach three courses for the UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute this winter and spring. 

UW-Platteville's Continuing Education Institute is offering the new course, How to Start Your Own “We Are Many-United Against Hate” Chapter.

Ever since she was young, April Vaassen had a passion for helping people. After numerous volunteering and tutoring experiences within the education field growing up, Vaassen slowly developed this passion into a profession.

This summer, elementary through high school students will have the opportunity to learn by doing, as the UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute announces its How-To Summer Series youth programming. 

The Making a Case for College series continues with two panels over the next two weeks. The idea for the program was born out of the desire to connect directly with students and show them the education, career, and life benefits of attending a UW-Platteville campus.

UW-Platteville will host three panels that will connect prospective students with academic experts, business and community leaders, and alumni. During the discussions, the experts will explain how the new and ongoing education pathways at UW-Platteville and its branch campuses in Richland and Baraboo Sauk County continue to set students up for personal, educational and professional success.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute announces the launch of its new Supply Chain Management certificate program.

During the COVID-19 crisis, the Continuing Education Institute has risen to the challenge by implementing new ways students can further their education. The latest result of this determination comes in the form of a new certificate program: Foundations of Project Management Practice.

After opening a family childcare program, Michelle DeVoe eventually went back to college, in the midst of other challenges, to earn her Child Care Administrator Credential from UW-Platteville so that she could stay current with the learning standards of young children.

The UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute announces the launch of a new certificate program: Foundations of Project Management Practice.

In response to data showing that loneliness has doubled for older adults in the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic, UW-Platteville's Continuing Education Institute saw an opportunity to help people socialize safely using Zoom and created the Conversations over Coffee classes.

The Continuing Education Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is proud to offer additional opportunities for professional growth with their Professional Pathway Certificate programs.

The Confucius Institute at UW-Platteville welcomes all to a free virtual Chinese New Year Celebration on Feb. 6, 2021, at 1 p.m.

After taking advantage of some of the classes offered through the UW-Platteville Confucius Institute, John Schaeffer recently participated – and placed – in two different international video competitions for Ba Duan Jin, a popular traditional Chinese mind-body exercise.

The UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is pleased to announce a new partnership that will give students the ability to advance their careers by acquiring the knowledge and requirements needed to sit for the CFP® Certification Exam. Starting in October, Continuing Education Institute will begin offering Dalton Education’s CFP® Certification preparation curriculum.

Based on overwhelming interest, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is pleased to announce the expansion of its cannabis-related certificates to include an Agriculture and Horticulture Certificate program.

When it comes to education, not many can say they have experience performing the roles of both student and teacher at the same university—yet this is exactly the case for Danielle Niermann. In 2007, Niermann graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. This experience instilled in Niermann a passion for lifelong learning, a drive that was further developed by a community of support.

After growing up in Canada, Demi Vetesnik, program manager for the UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute, made the jump to the United States for college when a soccer scholarship led her to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. In 2019, she joined the CEI team at UW-Platteville Richland Center. As part of her responsibilities, Vetesnik provides quality programming for the community she now lives in.

This fall, lifelong learners will have even more opportunities to grow both personally and professionally, as the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is offering a number of enticing new courses – with an exciting new twist.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute has announced three certificate programs related to one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation: cannabis. The certificates are offered in partnership with Green Flower, a national leader in cannabis education.

Early childhood educators, parents and caregivers from across the country will have the opportunity to attend this year's University of Wisconsin-Platteville's Early Childhood Seminar on Saturday, Oct. 10. For the first time, the event, which is traditionally held on the UW-Platteville campus, will allow participants to connect virtually.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces a new partnership with the California Curriculum Alignment Project (CAP). The partnership recognizes that UW-Platteville’s curriculum meets the high standards of the CAP, allowing California’s early childhood educators to take advantage of UW-Platteville’s innovative and engaging online courses.

This year, the Continuing Education Institute’s extensive schedule of programs will all be virtual, but no less valuable, for its diverse audience of learners. Hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and its branch campuses in Baraboo Sauk County and Richland Center, learners will continue to receive the human connection and interaction they expect from CEI’s exceptional community and professional classes, now experienced from the convenience and safety of home.

We all know earning a degree is important for enhancing one’s career, but it’s not the only step students can take to better position themselves for success. Knowledge of the workplace and the ability to make strong connections can prove just as valuable, which is why the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is pleased to offer the Alumni Mentee-Mentor Program—a resource for those seeking additional support outside of their studies.

As the lead admissions specialist for the Center for Distance Learning, Clint Nemitz works with his team to connect prospective students with their desired academic programs.

Although virtual teams and collaboration have been in practice in recent years as an extension and addition to traditional work processes, the recent pandemic has turned auxiliary virtual into a permanent feature of how we live and work. Learning and professional development are no exception.

Methodology and guidance have significantly evolved since MIT Professor Michael Hammer published his first business process re-engineering article in the July-August, 1990, Harvard Business Review.

I’m inspired by the people around me that are using their CliftonStrengths to pull their remote teams together and do great work. I want to share a few examples in the hope that they inspire you and your team. 

The UW-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is re-inventing its summer youth series, rolling out 11 virtual camps in place of its traditional face-to-face offerings.

On May 12, Dr. Susan Hansen stepped into the role of interim dean for the Division of Professional Studies, which together is comprised of Continuing, Distance, and Online Graduate offerings. Previously, Hansen served as the associate vice chancellor of Academic Affairs at UW-Platteville, among other leadership roles.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is providing a new, free resource to further its mission of nurturing lifelong learners during the COVID-19 pandemic. Happening right now, the Continuing Education Institute is offering the LearnForward series. It features six free online workshops, with local experts sharing valuable knowledge and leading conversations on relevant current topics in both the community and corporate worlds.

You never know when inspiration might strike. For Mark Tully, it came in 1969 during a family tour of Gettysburg, Washington D.C., and other U.S. historic sites. Nearly five decades later, the power of history coming to life through reenactment still influences Tully and his Continuing Education course, “Wisconsin History—From Discovery to Statehood.”

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Division of Professional Studies will host an open house and block party showcasing its many offerings to the public.

Romilia Schlueter has joined the team of early childhood educators for the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Early Childhood Education Program, which is provided through the Continuing Education Institute.

UW-Platteville recently offered two courses to spark children's interest in STEM and interact with real-life industrial robots.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute is pleased to announce that alumna Xochitl Ortega is the winner of the 2019 Wisconsin Lifetime Learner Award.

After spending 23 years in the childcare field, Tricia Lupiezowiec was confident in her ability and enjoyed her work. But when her boss at PleasanTime Child Care Center in Cambridge, Wisconsin proposed moving her from the Toddler room she’d spent the last 16 years in to their Preschool room, she felt a little nervous.

When Matthew Janisch started coaching youth and high school football in Stoughton, Wisconsin, it unlocked a passion for teaching he didn’t know he’d had. However, he didn’t have a degree to pursue a full-time teaching career. Thankfully, he found a position as a Head Start Teaching Assistant with Reach Dane, an organization that was willing to help him advance his career.

Michele Turner is part of three generations of child care providers. She got her start in child care with her mother, who opened Roberson Kiddie Lane Day Care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1989.

Randall Roden has always been an artist, with teacher coming in a close second. Roden earned his bachelor’s degree in art education from Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin; however, the job market for art teachers was not very strong after graduation. So, he founded his own company, Roden Creative, which specializes in graphic design, marketing, and photography.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute would like to thank the Dubuque Racing Association for its generous contribution regarding a needed renovation for the university’s pool, located in the Pioneer Activity Center.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Child Care Credential program has won the Online Learning Consortium’s, John R. Bourne Outstanding Online Program Award.

A UW-Platteville Continuing Education Child Care Leadership Credential graduate, Tammy Dannhoff, won the governor’s Pioneer Award.

UW-Platteville Continuing Education celebrates the first graduates of the Preschool Credential Program in Spanish.

Dr. Craig Wilson will be the University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s first dean of distance, continuing, and graduate education. Following a national search by an internal committee, Wilson will officially join UW-Platteville on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018.