​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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There are 126 Sustainable news releases, displaying 30 per page.

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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.

11/3/2015
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.

10/21/2015
Sustainability information fair set for Oct. 28
Sponsored by UW-Stevens Point’s Sustainability Office, the fair will provide ways to reduce energy and live a more sustainable lifestyle.

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.

10/1/2015
Learn more about Wisconsin’s state ‘bird’ – the mosquito – at UW-Stevens Point
“The Intriguing Life Histories of Mosquitoes of Portage County” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, presented by Jamee Hubbard, associate professor of biology.

9/30/2015
Schmeeckle Reserve offers nature programs
Taught by UW-Stevens Point students, the free programs meet at the reserve’s Visitor Center, located at 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point.

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
Journey to southern Africa at UW-Stevens Point
The 12th annual University Evening, “Please Save Me from the Lion’s Mouth: Our Efforts to Promote Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Southern Africa,” will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the Alumni Room of the Dreyfus University Center.

9/15/2015
UW-Stevens Point lecture highlights aquaponics as sustainable food source
Chris Hartleb, biololgy, will talk about the types of fish, greens and vegetables that grow well aquaponically.

9/2/2015
College of Letters and Science Community lecture series
These free, public presentations cover a variety of topics from harmful chemicals in plastic to the origins of the Christmas tree.

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.

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.

6/4/2015
UW-Stevens Point named a Tree Campus USA
Colleges and universities are honored for engaging staff and students in conservation goals as well as for campus forest management.

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.

4/13/2015
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.

3/30/2015
UW-Stevens Point opens its museum collections to the public
Explore the wonders of the natural world through collections of animals, fish, plants and prehistoric specimens on display during this free event.

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.

1/27/2015
Free lecture discusses effects of wolves in Yellowstone National Park
Studies done by Eric Larsen, geography, and Susan Talarico, mathematics, show that the reintroduction of the wolves has assisted with aspen regrowth in the national park.

1/21/2015
UW-Stevens Point professor receives Regent Scholar award for aquaponics research
Chris Hartleb, biology, will receive a $50,000 grant for aquaponics research with two private-sector partners.

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.

10/28/2014
UW-Stevens Point expert to discuss aquaculture at free lecture
Can aquaculture meet the global demand for safe and sustainable seafood? Learn more at a free lecture offered by the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

10/27/2014
UW-Stevens Point abuzz with ‘Beyond the Hive’ exhibit, activities
Bee-related art, photography, films, foods, performances and lectures will be offered at locations on and off campus.

10/23/2014
Free programs at Schmeeckle Reserve in November
These free, public programs, taught by UW-Stevens Point students, are offered at the reserve’s Visitor Center.

10/22/2014
Chevrolet selects UW-Stevens Point for renewable energy partnership
Chevrolet has chosen to partner with UW-Stevens Point and a handful of other institutions of higher education that undertake energy-efficiency and renewable-energy projects.

10/15/2014
Sustainability information fair set for Oct. 22
UW-Stevens Point marks National Campus Sustainability Day with a fair full of information about sustainability in food, personal health, energy, waste and research.

10/13/2014
Passenger pigeon expert to present free lecture at UW-Stevens Point library
Author and researcher Joel Greenberg will talk about the life and legacy of the passenger pigeon, as well as offer a book signing.


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