​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.



1/19/2016
Head Start students flourish with Aber Suzuki Center music classes
Aber Suzuki Center at UW-Stevens Point has partnered with CAP Services Head Start program and the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra to provide music classes for Head Start families in the community.

1/13/2016
EVENT POSTPONED: Artist, author Lynda Barry to speak at UW-Stevens Point
Barry will present a comedic lecture on her life as an artist, author and teacher.

1/13/2016
Take a ‘Journey to the Stars’ at the UW-Stevens Point planetarium
Shows will be offered Sundays at 2 p.m. Jan. 24 and 31 and Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 and March 6 and 13.

1/6/2016
Arts Bash 2016 supports students in the arts
An evening of visual art, design, dance and theater experiences await those who attend this annual fundraiser through the Departments of Theatre and Dance and Art and Design.

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.

12/16/2015
Students receive UW-Stevens Point’s Chancellor’s Leadership Award
 First established in 1978 at the urging of then-Chancellor Lee Sherman Dreyfus, the award honors graduates who contribute significant leadership, demonstrate university or community service and display a commitment to personal growth.

12/11/2015
Regents approve differential tuition at UW-Stevens Point
Ten other UW universities have differential tuition. Today’s approval helps level the playing field and ensure student success, Chancellor Patterson said.

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.

12/9/2015
UW-Stevens Point to host Tuba Christmas
The event brings together tuba and euphonium players for a public holiday concert.

12/8/2015
UW System seeking public input
The UW System is looking for public input as they work towards a new strategic plan.

12/2/2015
Students show their best work at UW-Stevens Point gallery
The Juried Student Exhibition will be held Sunday, Dec. 13, through Sunday, Jan. 24, at the Carlsten Gallery on the second floor of the Noel Fine Arts Center.

12/2/2015
Jazz Ensemble to premiere new work at UW-Stevens Point
A new jazz composition by a recent University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point alumnus will make its world debut during the university’s Jazz Ensemble concert Tuesday, Dec. 8.

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.

11/30/2015
Holiday shows at the UW-Stevens Point planetarium
Enjoy free shows, "Winter Wonders" and "Season of Light," on the Sundays of Dec. 6, 13 and 20.

11/30/2015
Women’s Choir, Chamber Singers join voices for concert at UW-Stevens Point
The concert will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Michelsen Hall of the Noel Fine Arts Center.

11/27/2015
UW-Stevens Point marks ‘Alice in Wonderland’ anniversary with classic films
Three classic films from the early 20th Century will be screened at UW-Stevens Point with introductions from Cary Elza, assistant professor of communication.

11/27/2015
Annual ‘Radiothon’ to hit the 90FM airwaves Dec. 5-6
The annual airwaves auction will include Packer merchandise, local products and tickets to area events.

11/25/2015
UW-Stevens Point ROTC program honored for overall excellence
The Northwoods Battalion, which includes UW-Stevens Point and partner ROTC programs at UW-Stout, UW-River Falls and UW-Eau Claire, was named the 2015 Overall Top Program for its logistics, administration, recruiting and retention and operations.

11/25/2015
Talk about the Syrian refugee crisis at UW-Stevens Point
“Understanding the Syrian Refugee Crisis: What You Need to Know Now” will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Encore Room in the Dreyfus University Center.

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.

11/24/2015
Campus Band, Campus Orchestra perform at UW-Stevens Point
The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in Michelsen Hall of the Noel Fine Arts Center.

11/24/2015
UW-Stevens Point expert discusses history of Christmas tree at free lecture
  “The Roots of the Real Christmas Tree,” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, presented by Neil Prendergast, assistant professor of history.

11/18/2015
Cornerstone Press publishes young adult novel about scout dogs in Vietnam War
The student-staffed publishing house will launch the book Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 6 p.m.

11/18/2015
Concert Band, Wind Ensemble to perform at UW-Stevens Point
Music that pays homage to people and places will be performed by the Wind Ensemble and Concert Band at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point on Wednesday, Dec. 2.  

11/17/2015
Students stage original dance in ‘Afterimages 2015’
Performances will be held in the Studio Theatre in the Noel Fine Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, Dec. 9-12, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 13.

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.

11/11/2015
Jazz Band concert at UW-Stevens Point on Nov. 24
Directed by Brent Turney, the band will perform works by Duke Ellington, Robert Watson, Astor Piazzolla, Phil Kelly, Mark Taylor and Jeff Tyzik.

11/11/2015
Nationally known artist brings demonstrations, lecture to UW-Stevens Point
Wausau artist David Anthony Hummer will present demonstrations and a lecture while visiting UW-Stevens Point.

11/5/2015
Veterans Day ceremony set at ‘military friendly’ UW-Stevens Point
The Veterans Day ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, in the Dreyfus University Center’s Alumni Room.