​News Release Archive

The following archive includes releases from September 2011 through March 2022.
Current releases may be found at the News Center.


There are 207 CNR news releases, displaying 30 per page.

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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.

12/10/2015
Ascension Health Ministry leader to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
More than 700 graduates will earn associate, bachelor's and master's degrees on Saturday, May 19, at UW-Stevens Point's Winter Commencement ceremony.

12/1/2015
Backyard wildlife webinar features UW-Stevens Point professor
Scott Hygnstrom, the Douglas R. Stephens Chair in Wildlife, will share information on attracting wildlife to your backyard while dealing with potential conflicts.

11/25/2015
Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve arts contest exhibition slated
All contest entries will be on display through Dec. 30 in the main lobby of the library, 1001 Main St.

11/13/2015
Students support differential tuition at UW-Stevens Point
Sixty-two percent of students voted in an online referendum to support student success by adding faculty to reduce bottleneck courses and creating a new academic advising model.

11/12/2015
Public invited to UW-Stevens Point forum on ‘The Wisconsin Idea’
A panel of faculty members will discuss the past, present and future of The Wisconsin Idea.

11/3/2015
Schmeeckle Reserve contributes to student success
Two recent surveys of students and community members show just how much value the reserve brings to Stevens Point.

10/30/2015
Discover Schmeeckle Reserve with new interactive online map
Smartphones and other Wi-Fi-enabled mobile devices can now help visitors navigate their way through Schmeeckle Reserve at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as well as learn about the history of the surrounding area.

10/19/2015
Two former heads of the U.S. Forest Service to speak at UW-Stevens Point
Former forestry service chief and UW-Stevens Point Professor Michael Dombeck and former deputy chief Jim Furnish will offer an open discussion hosted by the campus Society of American Foresters.

10/14/2015
Gifts create waterfowl-wetlands conservation chair at UW-Stevens Point
Gifts totaling $2 million to UWSP Foundation from James C. Kennedy of Atlanta, Ga., and David F. Grohne of Wilmington, Ill., will create the Kennedy-Grohne Chair in Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation.

9/29/2015
Alumni honored by UW-Stevens Point
Seven alumni, including three from central Wisconsin, will be honored for achievement and service as the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point marks Homecoming weekend.

9/22/2015
UW-Stevens Point on a mission with spy-themed Homecoming Week
“Operation Homecoming: For Pointers’ Eyes Only” offers activities for community members, alumni and students.

9/17/2015
Friends of Schmeeckle seeking contest entries
The Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve group is accepting works for its second annual Writing, Art and Photo Contest. Entries are due Nov. 1, 2015.

7/24/2015
Central Wisconsin waterways mapped for new app from UW-Stevens Point
The Wisconsin River Stevens Point flowage and several Marathon County lakes are included in this new mobile application.

7/3/2015
College bass fishing tournament July 9-11 is catch for UW-Stevens Point, region
When 85 collegiate bass fishing teams from across the country converge on Lake DuBay July 9-11 for the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series National Championship, much of the excitement will spill onto the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus.

6/16/2015
UW-Stevens Point’s economic impact tops $420 million
Every $1 of state tax investment in UW-Stevens Point generates $11 in economic activity in the state. This also increased since 2011, when $1 of state tax investment generated $9.46 in economic activity.

6/12/2015
WIST, Okrays’ Plover Farms partner on ‘ph’arming grapes
A research collaboration seeks to extract the antioxidant resveratrol from grape plants grown in Wisconsin.

6/2/2015
Find adventure and camp fun at CWES this summer
A number of camps have openings for this summer at the Central Wisconsin Environmental Station, located on Sunset Lake in Amherst Junction.

6/1/2015
Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve seek arts contest entries
Schmeeckle Reserve inspired photography, art or creative writing submissions are due Nov. 1.

5/5/2015
Long-time Wisconsin legislator to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
Dave Obey, who represented Wisconsin's 7th District for 42 years, will speak to nearly 1,400 graduates and their guests at two spring commencement ceremonies.

4/30/2015
UW-Stevens Point science building clears final OK for construction
The State Building Commission granted authority to proceed with construction during a meeting in Madison April 29. Its initial approval of the construction came two years ago after the project was included in the governor’s capital budget.

4/29/2015
Congressman Dave Obey to receive UW-Stevens Point honorary doctorate
Obey, who represented Wisconsin’s 7th District for 42 years, made significant contributions to higher education, the state and nation, and helped launch several innovative programs at UW-Stevens Point.

4/13/2015
Earth Week 2015 marked at UW-Stevens Point
Enjoy many free educational and entertaining environmental events as the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point marks Earth Week April 18-25.

4/10/2015
Outstanding faculty and staff recognized at UW-Stevens Point
Faculty and staff were recognized for excellence in teaching, scholarship, service and work performance.

3/23/2015
Learn about nature at Schmeeckle Reserve
Four free nature workshops will be offered in April at Schmeeckle Reserve on the UW-Stevens Point campus.

3/2/2015
Free nature programs at Schmeeckle Reserve
Four workshops will be offered this March, focusing on hidden treasures of Central Wisconsin.

2/18/2015
Water quality symposium offered at UW-Stevens Point
Add your voice to those working to improve water quality of the Wisconsin River basin at a symposium on March 19.

12/11/2014
Students receive UW-Stevens Point’s Chancellor’s Leadership Award
Honorees are recognized for leadership and service to the campus and community.

12/4/2014
Alumna to address UW-Stevens Point Winter 2014 graduates
Alexa Posny, a 1974 alumna and senior vice president of State and Federal Programs for Renaissance Learning in Madison, will speak to more than 650 graduates and their families.

11/20/2014
Schmeeckle Reserve programs in December
Winter brings new things to discover at free programs offered at UW-Stevens Point's Schmeeckle Reserve.


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