​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 1675 news releases, displaying 30 per page.



8/23/2016
Program offers free training for veteran entrepreneurs
Boots to Business Reboot is a two-step training program offering entrepreneurial skills for veterans.

8/18/2016
Swimming classes for children at UW-Stevens Point
Sessions for infants and toddlers and preschool-age children will begin Sept. 12.

8/17/2016
UW-Stevens Point projects receive federal funding
Three research projects led by College of Natural Resources faculty members will study fish habitats in the Great Lakes Basin.

8/17/2016
Aquatic classes offered for adults
Basic aquatic exercise classes and Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program classes will begin Sept. 8.

8/3/2016
Local youth orchestra accepting applications
Young area musicians in grades six through twelve have the opportunity to audition for the Central Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Program for its third season.

8/2/2016
Learn about digital age education at ‘Point in Common’ speaker series
Learn how parents, educators and leaders can use technology to empower and provide opportunities for children and students to thrive and grow in the digital age. 

7/29/2016
Putting parents of student travelers at ease
Study abroad leaders at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point offer several tips to enhance safety and communication.

7/5/2016
‘Habitat Adventures’ summer family programs at Schmeeckle Reserve
Explore the prairies, wetlands and woodlands of University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this summer as part of a series of free, family summer programs.

7/1/2016
Aquatic classes offered for adults
Adults with arthritis and older adults looking for a low-impact workout are offered aquatic classes this summer through the Special Needs Aquatic Program (SNAP) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

6/27/2016
Aber Suzuki Center to hold open house
Introduce your child to playing an instrument during a free open house at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Aber Suzuki Center.

6/16/2016
Social In/Justice exhibit opens June 18 at UW-Stevens Point
The exhibit features prints created by artists from around the country as they react to and personalize challenges to societal norms.

6/15/2016
UW-Stevens Point hosts vigil Thursday afternoon
Held at the Specht Forum/Sundial at 4 p.m., the vigial marks Sunday's mass shooting in Orlando, Fla.

6/1/2016
Summer music camp offered at UW-Stevens Point
The only music camp in the state to offer instruction exclusively by resident university faculty will be held June 19-25 at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

5/27/2016
Summer planetarium shows at UW-Stevens Point
Four different free shows will be held throughout the summer months.

5/24/2016
Joint emergency exercise set for June 3-4 at UW-Stevens Point
 Neighbors and nearby businesses may see or hear emergency response vehicles and personnel, such as a hazardous materials team, SWAT team and armored vehicle.

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.

5/11/2016
CinePoint Media Festival features student works
The showing will include student video projects with animation, comedy, drama and interactive materials.

5/6/2016
Learn about soil at free screening event May 14
College of Natural Resources faculty and students and staff from Central Rivers Farmshed will provide several educational sessions and test soil samples from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 14

5/6/2016
Community briefing set May 16 on UW-Stevens Point budget cuts
The public is invited to hear details about budget reductions at UW-Stevens Point and ask questions of Chancellor Bernie Patterson.

5/4/2016
Witness astronomical event May 9 at UW-Stevens Point
Mercury will move across the sun Monday, May 9. View through telescopes at UW-Stevens Point until 1:42 p.m.

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

5/3/2016
UW-Stevens Point seeks to raise $30 million by 2019
The university launched its first-ever capital campaign with a gala April 30.

5/2/2016
Adult children of divorce sought for UW-Stevens Point study
The effect on adult children when divorced parents remarry is being studied by a professor of interpersonal communications at UW-Stevens Point.

4/27/2016
Jazz Ensemble concert features Fox Valley duo playing Dylan May 10
Janet Planet and Tom Washatka will join the UW-Stevens Point Jazz Ensemble for a concert 7:30 p.m. May 10.

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.

4/26/2016
Discover aquatic life at Schmeeckle Reserve’s Spring Candlelight Hike Festival
Schmeeckle Reserve's annual spring candlelight hike will begin at 7 p.m. May 6.

4/22/2016
Celebrate spring and summer with UW-Stevens Point choirs
The Women’s Choir, Concert Choir and Choral Union will present their last concert of the academic year at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1, in Michelsen Hall of the Noel Fine Arts Center.

4/22/2016
Campus Orchestra to feature student soloists
The May 4 concert will feature cellists Gradon White and Alexandra Miller and bassist Alex Ferkey.

4/21/2016
Faculty, students to perform at UW-Stevens Point’s Soiree Musicale
The 18th annual Soiree Musicale, with the theme “Masquerade: Lose yourself in the music,” begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 29, in the Noel Fine Arts Center.

4/21/2016
UW-Stevens Point offers ten tips to live more sustainably
The following are from UW-Stevens Point's Office of Sustainability and Soil and Waste Resources Department.