​News Release Archive

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

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3/3/2022
 UW-Stevens Point researching hemp farming for economic, environmental benefits
Ten students and four faculty advisers in biology, chemistry and natural resources are collaborating to show how hemp could once again be a major crop – one that not only generates revenue for Wisconsin farmers but has positive effects on the environment.

2/9/2022
Learn and reflect at Black History Month events at UW-Stevens Point
Join February events including a presentation of the history of African American music and performances by a comedian, musicians and actors.

12/8/2021
UW-Stevens Point to offer three in-person commencement ceremonies Dec. 11
Ceremonies will be held at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the Multi-Activity Center inside Marshfield Clinic Health System Champions Hall, 2050 Fourth Ave., Stevens Point.

11/3/2021
UW-Stevens Point, Skyward partner on new campus internship center
The Skyward Internship Center, located in the university Science Building, is now open during the week to provide Skyward interns with office space and a direct Skyward internship manager for guidance and mentorship.

10/1/2021
Celebrate UW-Stevens Point Homecoming, alumni awards Oct. 9
Enjoy in-person and virtual events as part of Homecoming festivities Oct. 9, including a virtual Alumni awards experience.

9/28/2021
Engineering partnership benefits students, Wausau area, UW campuses
A partnership between the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and UW-Platteville creates opportunity for more students in north central Wisconsin to pursue engineering degrees without having to leave the area.

9/14/2021
 UW-Stevens Point ranked among top Midwest public universities
 The university was recognized for solid reputation among peer institutions, retention of first-year students and low student-to-faculty ratio.

8/9/2021
Flexibility, credit for work experience help UW-Stevens Point students FinishUp business their degree
UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics now offers a FinishUp program with enhanced flexibility in scheduling classes, generous credit transfer from area technical colleges and the ability to receiving college credit for prior work experience.

7/30/2021
'Hit Submit' to apply to UW-Stevens Point starting Aug. 1
Fall 2022 applicants are encouraged to "Hit Submit" at www.uwsp.edu/applynow for the best chance of earning a UWSP scholarship.

6/28/2021
UW-Stevens Point planetarium offers public programs in July
Programs are offered nightly at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, and at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Sundays, except Sunday, July 4.

5/19/2021
Mentoring led UW-Stevens Point graduate to career advocating for others
Sierra Krueger will graduate this Saturday with a degree in social work.

4/22/2021
UW-Stevens Point childcare center nationally recognized for environmental education, practices
The Helen R. Godfrey University Child Learning and Care Center (UCLCC) has been recognized among the 2021 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award honorees.

3/16/2021
UW-Stevens Point to offer in-person, outdoor commencement this spring
Ceremonies will be offered Friday, May 21, and Saturday, May 22, for graduates from 2021 and 2020, at the Specht Forum/Sundial on the UW-Stevens Point campus.

3/11/2021
UW-Stevens Point's Cornerstone Press to launch newest creative nonfiction collection
Cornerstone Press will release "Ohio Apertures" by Ohio writer Robert Miltner at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 18, through Zoom webinar.

1/11/2021
Chancellor Gibson now leads UW-Stevens Point
The new chancellor is focused on three key goals: enhancing academic excellence; expanding diversity, equity and inclusive excellence; and increasing enrollment and growth.

12/7/2020
UW-Stevens Point December grad determined to make a difference globally
Sanne Roeven, who has a triple major in international studies, Spanish and political science, will complete her bachelor's degree in only three-and-a-half years.

12/3/2020
Community donors make UW-Stevens Point Welcome Center reality
The Welcome Center in Partnership with Delta Dental will house members of the Admissions and Recruitment team and serve as a starting point for campus visits.

12/1/2020
Cornerstone Press launches newest short story collection
Cornerstone Press will release "Responsible Adults" by Midwestern author Patricia Ann McNair from 6-7:30 p.m. through Zoom webinar.

11/5/2020
UW-Stevens Point offers COVID-19 testing to communities at three campuses
The goal is to help identify people throughout northcentral Wisconsin who may have the novel coronavirus and slow the spread of COVID-19 which has soared in the state. 

10/20/2020
Thomas Gibson named new chancellor of UW-Stevens Point
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today unanimously approved Gibson’s appointment, following a recommendation made by a selection committee.

10/8/2020
Celebrate UW-Stevens Point during 'ZOOMComing,' Oct. 12-17
With a variety of online activities planned, from Zoom reunions, live stream chats and online games, contests and activities, ZOOMComing offers fun ways for Pointers to interact with each other safely.

9/29/2020
UW-Stevens Point first-year enrollment rises 25%
By far the strongest percentage gain in the UW System, UW-Stevens Point has never had such a record-setting increase in first-year students.

9/22/2020
UW-Stevens Point managing COVID-19 cases, prepared to pivot
UW-Stevens Point has implemented numerous precautions to keep students, employees and the community safe and to contain the spread of COVID-19.

9/14/2020
UW-Stevens Point ranked among top Midwest public universities
The university was recognized for solid reputation among peer institutions, low student-to-faculty ratio and retention of first-year students. 

9/5/2020
UW-Stevens Point opens with strategies to maintain healthy communities
Classes resumed Sept. 2 in a mix of in-person, online and hybrid, or combination, delivery methods.

8/13/2020
Students "Close to Graduation" invited back to complete UW-Stevens Point degree
Jordan Kumm, Nekoosa, is among several students who were just short of having enough credits to graduate so they returned to UW-Stevens Point to finish their bachelor's degree.

7/15/2020
New schools enhance learning, networking, career exploring at UW-Stevens Point
Students will benefit from enhanced curriculum, out-of-classroom learning opportunities and increased collaboration.

6/11/2020
UW-Stevens Point will offer in-person classes in fall
Classes will be taught in a mixture of in-person, hybrid and online formats, with as much face-to-face learning as health and safety guidelines allow.

5/19/2020
UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield graduate is on a mission to help others
Tonya Martinez  is one of 29 students graduating this spring from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield with an associate of arts and sciences degree.

4/13/2020
UW-Stevens Point cancels events through June 30
All in-person campus-sponsored events are canceled through the end of June, following CDC guidelines. A decision on campus-sponsored events happening after July 1 will be made by May 15.


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