​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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12/2/2013
Holiday shows at the UW-Stevens Point planetarium
"Winter Wonders" and "Season of Light" will highlight favorite holiday traditions and their origins.

11/26/2013
The history of Santa Claus discussed at free lecture
Shanny Luft, assistant professor of philosophy and religious studies, will talk about the origins of Saint Nicholas and how his story weaves various topics together.

11/26/2013
UW-Stevens Point to host breakfast with Santa, bluegrass bands
On Saturday, Dec. 7, families and children can enjoy a pancakes with Santa and cookie decorating starting at 9 a.m. Later that evening, two bluegrass bands will perform starting at 8 p.m.

11/25/2013
Get wild this winter at Schmeeckle Reserve
Wild animals are the subjects of free nature programs offered in December.

11/20/2013
Faculty member, dean author book on effects of suicide of a parent
Amy Boelk, sociology, and Marty Loy, dean of the College of Professional Studies, co-authored "Losing a Parent to Suicide"

11/19/2013
Students stage original dance in ‘Afterimages 2013’
Eleven dance works will be presented, all choreographed and performed by UW-Stevens Point students.

11/11/2013
Sociology professor to speak about changing gender roles, athletics
Assistant Professor Helena Alden will present "Competitive Athletics and Changing Gender Roles" on Nov. 19.

11/7/2013
UW-Stevens Point exhibit commemorates civil rights history
Portraits created by artist Debra Riffe depict heroes of the civil rights movement in 1963 Birmingham, Ala.

11/5/2013
Veterans Day ceremony at UW-Stevens Point
Veterans and service members will be honored at the event at noon on Monday, Nov. 11.

11/5/2013
UW-Stevens Point professor recognized for contributions to inclusivity
Dejan Kuzmanovic received the Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for his advocacy for LGBTQ communities within the UW System.

11/4/2013
UW-Stevens Point receives $5 million for economic development projects
The grants will fund research in biorefinery technologies, development of sustainabile packaging materials and aquaculture and aquaponics projects at UW-Stevens Point.

10/31/2013
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Carousel’ staged at UW-Stevens Point
The musical will be performed in Jenkins Theatre Nov. 8-10 and 13-16.

10/31/2013
Guest pianist to perform, teach at UW-Stevens Point
Veda Zuponcic, a professor of music at Rowan University, will give a concert on Nov. 4 and lead a master class on Nov. 5.

10/29/2013
Jose James to bring an eclectic blend of music to Stevens Point
The concert is part of the UW-Stevens Point Performing Arts Series.

10/29/2013
Explore Hmong culture at ‘Taste of Toj Roob’
The event includes a Hmong dinner, program and entertainment centered on 'A Marriage of Two Cultures.'

10/28/2013
French novel in light of modern culture discussed at free lecture
Vera Klekovkina, an assistant professor of French, will talk about modern readership in light of new reading technologies.

10/28/2013
Free programs at Schmeeckle Reserve in November
There's more than just the natural world to be discovered this month, with topics from recycling to local beer brewing history.

10/23/2013
Two presentations show how people with disabilities meet challenges
The Celebrate All Abilities awareness events will be held Oct. 29-30.

10/23/2013
Dia des los Muertos exhibit at UW-Stevens Point
The exhibit marks a traditional Mexican holiday and will be displayed Oct. 28-Nov. 3.

10/21/2013
Breast cancer journey inspires UW-Stevens Point professor to educate others
Diane Caporale, biology, will present "I Inherited More from My Father than his Good Looks: A Case Study on Breast Cancer,” as part of University Evening.

10/21/2013
Political science professor to speak as part of Title IX lecture series
John Blakeman will present "The Politics and Law of Title IX" on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

10/17/2013
‘The Endless Horizon,’ laser light shows at UW-Stevens Point’s planetarium
The Allen F. Blocher Planetarium offers free planetarium shows on Sundays and is also running laser light shows as a fundraiser this fall.

10/16/2013
UW-Stevens Point offers ‘Story Time at the Museum’
Aimed at preschoolers and their parents, story time also will include a themed activity.

10/16/2013
UW-Stevens Point students to promote healthy, local foods at five schools
Local school children will learn about sustainable agriculture and sample local foods.

10/15/2013
‘Point in Common’ community speaker series launched
The series is a collaboration among educators, businesses and nonprofit groups aimed at helping 4K-12 students be more successful.

10/15/2013
Sustainability information fair set for Oct. 23
The fair brings together businesses, nonprofit organizations and student groups to talk about sustainable products, practices and processes.

10/14/2013
Lumberjacking sharpens focus for UW-Stevens Point forestry student
Ben Hansen, a forestry administration and utilization major, says his involvement in timbersports has helped him both academically and professionally.

10/10/2013
Grant funds paid internships for UW-Stevens Point natural resources students
The internships will help students earn career-ready experience while offering financial support.

10/8/2013
Activist to speak about human rights and drug war in Mexico
Francisco Cerezo of Mexico City will discuss the militarized approach to dealing with drug trafficking and increased violence in Mexico.

10/8/2013
Public forum targets connections between climate crisis and health
Joel Charles, a medical student at UW-Madison, will talk about how climate change is impacting our health in this free presentation.