​News Release Archive

The following archive includes releases from September 2011 through March 2022.
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There are 152 Alumni news releases, displaying 30 per page.

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12/19/2017
Berards make major commitment to first-generation students
The Bob and Mary Berard Gateway to Discovery Scholarship Endowment will allow UW-Stevens Point to annually award 10 first-year, first-generation students of academic promise with a $2,000 scholarship, beginning in fall 2018.

12/8/2017
Alumnus mathematician to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
More than 600 UW-Stevens Point students will graduate, with commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16.

9/12/2017
 UW-Stevens Point ranked among Top 10 public Midwestern universities
The magazine's 2018 rankings place UW-Stevens Point tied for ninth in the top tier of Midwestern comprehensive public universities.

9/7/2017
UW-Stevens Point named to The Princeton Review Green College Honor Roll
UW-Stevens Point is the only school in Wisconsin on the honor roll, receiving a Green Rating of 99, the highest score possible.

5/30/2017
UW-Stevens Point pays tribute to Dean Chris Cirmo
Chris Cirmo, a dean at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point who championed civil discourse, critical thinking and access to public higher education, died unexpectedly Thursday while jogging.

5/19/2017
Computer information systems student wins national research fellowship
Brian Hall has the rare distinction of receiving a fellowship for doctoral studies as an undergraduate. The fellowship provides $138,000, or three years of support, for a graduate program anywhere in the nation.

5/18/2017
Alumna named new dean of University College
As the new dean, Gretel Stock-Kupperman takes on leadership of several key academic areas within the University College, including advising, tutoring, disability services and the library.

5/10/2017
UW-Stevens Point presents inaugural Commitment to Diversity medals
The first-ever Chancellor's Medals for Commitment to Diversity were presented to seven people, including long-time area residents, at UW-Stevens Point in May.

5/8/2017
Alumnus and professional sports administrator to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
Robert Whitsitt, a 1977 graduate and former president of three professional sports teams, will speak to nearly 1,300 graduates in ceremonies at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20.

5/5/2017
UW-Stevens Point named U.S. Green Ribbon School for sustainability
UW-Stevens Point was selected as the top Wisconsin institution of higher education for Green Ribbon Schools and advanced for consideration at the national level.

3/28/2017
UW-Stevens Point opens research, teaching collections to the public
Museum of Natural History's Collection Crawl puts rocks,bugs, birds, bones and more on display for free

3/21/2017
March 22 event at UW-Stevens Point honors Albertson legacy
In March 1967, James H. Albertson, president of the Wisconsin State University-Stevens Point, and seven other higher education leaders were conducting a study of Vietnamese public higher education.

2/13/2017
UW-Stevens Point natural resources dean to be added to Conservation Hall of Fame
Christine Thomas, dean of the College of Natural Resources, will be inducted into the Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame this spring.

1/19/2017
​EPA recognizes UW-Stevens Point among nation's leading green power users
UW-Stevens Point uses 100 percent green power through partnerships with Renewable Choice Energy, Wisconsin Public Service, Madison Gas & Electric, Wisconsin Public Power Inc., and We Energies to provide biogas, solar and wind power.

1/4/2017
Gift creates endowed professorship at UW-Stevens Point
Thanks to the continued generosity of a Peoria, Ill., couple, the Gerald and Helen Stephens Professorship in Wildlife will be created to support the work of an existing faculty position in the College of Natural Resources.

12/12/2016
2017 Federal Duck Stamp Art Competition to be held at UW-Stevens Point
UW-Stevens Point will host the US Fish and Wildlife Service's annual federal duck stamp competition, a first for Wisconsin.

12/6/2016
Alumna educator to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
Barbara Hickman of Beloit will speak to more than 650 graduates who have earned associate, bachelor's and master's degrees.

11/10/2016
UW-Stevens Point named Military Friendly School®
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has been named a Military Friendly School® for the seventh consecutive year. It also received the UW VETS certification.

10/19/2016
Alumni honored by UW-Stevens Point
Seven alumni, including four from Central Wisconsin, were honored for achievement and service as during the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Homecoming.

10/5/2016
UW-Stevens Point 'Go Global' for Homecoming Week
"Homecoming is the perfect opportunity for alumni and community members to come to campus and reconnect with their Pointer family and friends," said Laura Gehrman Rottier, director of Alumni Affairs.

9/13/2016
UW-Stevens Point in top ten of Midwestern public universities
The magazine's 2017 rankings place UW-Stevens Point tied for ninth in the top tier of Midwestern comprehensive public universities.

5/12/2016
Emmy Award-winning journalist to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
Peter Greenberg, a travel editor for CBS news, author and public television host, will address more than 1,400 graduates.

5/4/2016
Noels to receive UW-Stevens Point honorary doctorates
John and Patty Noel will receive honorary doctorates for humanitarian efforts.

4/27/2016
UW-Stevens Point expert discusses Model United Nations, leadership
“Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Value of the Model United Nations Experience” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. May 10 in the Pinery Room of the Portage Country Public Library. Led by Political Scienctist Mert Kartal, it is the final COLS lecture.

3/31/2016
UW-Stevens Point attains 100 percent renewable electricity use
UW-Stevens Point has achieved a new milestone in sustainability: It is the first university in the state to have 100 percent of its electricity come from renewable sources.

3/28/2016
Trivia 47: ‘Not Your Father’s Contest’ set for April 15-17
The 2016 theme, “Not Your Father’s Contest,” recalls America’s love with cars by referring to a vintage Oldsmobile commercial.

3/25/2016
Internship opportunities sought for UW-Stevens Point students
Community partners are being sought through the Career Ready Internship Program, which offers paid internships for UW-Stevens Point juniors and seniors with unmet financial need.

2/18/2016
UW-Stevens Point recognized for alumni Peace Corps service
​The Peace Corps has recognized the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as one of the top volunteer-producing colleges in the nation.

1/30/2016
First waterfowl-wetlands conservation chair named at UW-Stevens Point
Alumnus Jacob Straub will join UW-Stevens Point in August. The endowed chair was created with gifts totaling $2 million to UWSP Foundation from James C. Kennedy of Atlanta, Ga., and David F. Grohne of Wilmington, Ill.

1/6/2016
New programs aimed at today’s needs
From engineering to data science, several new programs are available at UW-Stevens Point or will be soon.


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