UW-Platteville alumna and Art program get the “W” at Lambeau Field
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportTrinity Schlorf represented the College of EMS in last spring’s commencement, and now she represents UW-Platteville at Lambeau Field.
Engineering
UW-Platteville and NWTC announce new engineering partnership for Northeast Wisconsin students
Authored on: , Written by: Tara CribbUW-Platteville and NWTC have partnered to offer local students flexible pathways to earn bachelor’s degrees in engineering while staying in Northeast Wisconsin.
Annual Holiday Toy Hack returns Nov. 15
Authored on: , Written by: Alison ParkinsUW-Platteville's annual Holiday Toy Hack returns Saturday, Nov. 15. Student volunteers from all majors adapt electronic toys to make them accessible for children with special needs.
UW-Platteville named a leader in undergraduate engineering programs
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportColleges of Distinction has recognized UW-Platteville as a top-tier institution for undergraduate engineering, celebrating its hands-on learning and faculty engagement.
UW-Platteville celebrates climb in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportThe university made impressive gains across several key categories, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence, accessibility and service to veterans.
2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Dr. Nader Safari-Shad
Authored on: , Written by: Katie ReuscherWiSys has named University of Wisconsin-Platteville Professor of Electrical Engineering Dr. Nader Safari-Shad as a 2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year. The award is bestowed annually and presented during the WiSys SPARK Symposium.
Paruchuri selected for Wisconsin Teaching Fellow
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportDr. Avinash Paruchuri has been selected for a Wisconsin Teaching Fellow to collaborate with other exceptional teachers from across the Universities of Wisconsin and from various disciplines.
Berglund receives Early Career Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportUW-Platteville has awarded Dr. James Berglund, assistant professor of geology, with the Early Career Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence.
UW-Platteville launches power and energy systems emphasis within MS in Engineering program
Authored on: , Written by: Melissa S GavinThe new power and energy systems emphasis equips engineering graduate students with the skills to tackle modern challenges in energy generation, distribution and smart grid technologies through a blend of theory and hands-on training.
Elevating campus design through sustainability and innovation
Authored on: , Written by: Gaile SchwickrathSesquicentennial Hall has earned the 2025 WI ASLA Merit Award for Large Scale Design, honoring its visionary integration of sustainable landscapes, learning spaces and community-centered planning.
Engineering students explore place-based engineering in Dubuque
Authored on: , Written by: Dr. Mike PennStudents in UW-Platteville's SPACES program explored how engineering can serve both the environment and local communities during a visit to Dubuque’s Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project.
Designing Success from Anywhere: One Student's Journey Through a Distance Mechanical Engineering Program
Authored on: , Written by: Melissa GavinFrom factory floors to global impact, Madi Wunderli’s journey through UW-Platteville’s distance mechanical engineering program proves that earning a degree and designing a future is possible without putting life on hold.
STEEL STRONG: UW-PLATTEVILLE STEEL BRIDGE TEAM DOMINATES REGIONALS AND HEADS TO NATIONALS
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportThe UW-Platteville Steel Bridge Team soared to a first place overall finish at the Western Great Lakes Regional Competition, earning their place at the upcoming National Finals with a performance defined by precision, perseverance and pride.
Bridging education and industry: UW-Platteville’s innovative offering for working families
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportUW-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.
Building success: How teamwork and innovation transformed Sesquicentennial Hall into a national award winner
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportSesquicentennial 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 Launches Executive MS in Engineering Program
Authored on: , Written by: Melissa Gavin, Director, Platteville Distance Engineering ProgramsUW-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, UW-La Crosse announce innovative 3+2 dual degree agreements
Authored on: , Written by: Melissa Gavin, Director, Platteville Distance Engineering ProgramsUW-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.
Associate professor showcases innovative concrete curing research at transportation meeting in nation’s capital
Authored on: , Written by: Dr. Danny XiaoDr. 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.
'Exceptional' talent shines as musician and engineer
Authored on: , Written by: Brooke Schindler, Writing Intern, College of LAEAs 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.
Xiao completes sabbatical in Germany and develops a study abroad program for students
Authored on: , Written by: Dr. Danny XiaoDr. 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.
Engineering change: How UW-Platteville students are empowering Ghana's next generation
Authored on: , Written by: Christine BellportUW-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.
Steel bridge team advances to nationals
Authored on: , Written by: Kristie ReynoldsThe Steel Bridge Team at UW-Platteville recently competed in a regional steel bridge competition in Chicago, Illinois, where they placed second overall and earned an entry in the national competition.
Jayden Trocke wins seventh annual WiSys Prototype Hackathon
Authored on: , Written by: Elizabeth Krenzelok, WiSysUW-Platteville senior Jayden Trocke received first place at the seventh annual WiSys Prototype Hackathon Pitch Event.
Professor awarded Fulbright grant to teach and research in Egypt
Authored on: , Written by: Stephen KelleyDr. Samir El-Omari, civil and environmental engineering professor, was recently awarded a prestigious Fulbright grant to teach and research at Nile University in Egypt, where he will continue his work in the field of sustainability.
NSF-funded research looks to leverage strengths of non-traditional engineering students
Authored on: , Written by: Alison ParkinsDr. Ganapathy Natarajan, associate professor of industrial engineering, is part of a team awarded a National Science Foundation grant to research ways to leverage the lived experiences of non-traditional engineering students in order to improve learning for all students in engineering classrooms.
UW-Platteville, Plexus Corp. celebrate partnership and naming of new Women in STEM center
Authored on: , Written by: Alison ParkinsUW-Platteville celebrated a new milestone in its longtime partnership with Plexus Corp. at last week's naming celebration event and ceremonial ribbon-cutting of the Plexus Women in STEM Center.
Engineering students continue work with USGS to combat invasive species
Authored on: , Written by: Alison ParkinsUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville students are helping biologists from the U.S. Geological Survey combat a growing problem in the Great Lakes region – the invasive zebra and quagga mussel, which has caused significant ecological and economic damage in the region since it was first discovered there more than three decades ago.