​News Release Archive

The following archive includes releases from September 2011 through March 2022.
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4/10/2020
UW-Stevens Point employees use skills to address face shield shortage for local health workers
Several university employees in Information Technology and Facility Services are working to help the greater community respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

3/30/2020
UW-Stevens Point names chief marketing and enrollment officer
Lana Poole will begin April 1, serving as part of the chancellor's senior leadership team.

3/18/2020
UW-Stevens Point cancels events, restricts public use of campus facilities
UW-Stevens Point widens its scope of event cancellations through May 24 and encourages public to not use campus facilities or services in the next few months. Schmeeckle Reserve's outdoor trails remain open.

3/12/2020
COVID-19 precautions taken at UW-Stevens Point will affect university events
      These difficult but important steps include canceling events that draw more than 50 people in the next month.

3/2/2020
 UW-Stevens Point Chancellor Bernie Patterson to retire at year end
The 14th chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Bernie Patterson, has announced he will retire in December 2020. Patterson has served as chancellor since July 2010.

1/15/2020
'I'm Al, and I'm here to help you' - Recognized statewide, vice chancellor shares leadership insight
As vice chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Al Thompson continues to lead in a way that communicates openly, builds trust and empowers people to take action.

12/12/2019
Stevens Point named 5th in the nation among small college cities
Wallet Hub ranks Stevens Point fifth among small U.S. cities with universities as part of its 2020 list.

12/5/2019
Alumnus who worked in the NBA to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
The ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. in the UW-Stevens Point Multi-Activity Center in Marshfield Clinic Health System Champions Hall, 2050 Fourth Ave., Stevens Point.

11/7/2019
UW-Stevens Point's Cornerstone Press to launch updated edition of 'The Wisconsin Idea'
The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Alumni Room of the Dreyfus University Center and is free and open to the public.

11/5/2019
UW-Stevens Point to hold Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11
The ceremony, open to the public, will be held at noon at the Alumni Room in the Dreyfus University Center, 1015 Reserve St., Stevens Point.

10/30/2019
UW-Stevens Point receives largest individual gift from Port Edwards teacher
A gift of $4.3 million from the estate of Dorothea Harju, an alumna, has been made to the UWSP Foundation for the School of Education.

10/24/2019
Noel Compass Scholars Program honored with state diversity award
The Noel Compass Scholar Program at UW-Stevens Point received the 2019 Ann Lydecker Educational Diversity Award from the State Council on Affirmative Action as part of the 20th Annual Diversity Awards.

10/19/2019
 UW-Stevens Point celebrates Homecoming, 125 years and its first capital campaign
UW-Stevens Point's Bridge Builder donors helped raise more than $41.5 million during the university's first capital campaign.

6/24/2019
HLC reaffirms accreditation for UW-Stevens Point
Reaffirmation of UW-Stevens Point's accreditation followed a comprehensive evaluation.

6/19/2019
UW-Stevens Point's economic impact tops $670 million annually
With the addition of branch campuses in Marshfield and Wausau, UW-Stevens Point contributes $671.3 million annually to Wisconsin's economy, according to a study by NorthStar Analytics, Sturgeon Bay.

3/25/2019
UW-Stevens Point to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April
Awareness events include renaming Fourth Avenue as Teal Street Monday, April 1.

12/10/2018
Regents approve doctor of physical therapy program at UW-Stevens Point
The program will be the only one in the northern half of Wisconsin and will help address regional and rural needs in the state.

11/12/2018
UW-Stevens Point unveils plan for new kind of regional university
Chancellor Bernie Patterson and Provost Greg Summers said the new vision for UW-Stevens Point is being driven by the expectations of students and parents and a desire to meet the needs of Northcentral Wisconsin.

11/2/2018
UW-Stevens Point to hold Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 12
The public is invited to attend at 12 noon at the Alumni Room in the Dreyfus University Center. Student veterans, ROTC cadets and Chancellor Bernie Patterson will take part.

9/13/2018
UW-Stevens Point ranked among top public Midwestern universities
The university is recognized for high rates in graduation, low student to faculty ratio and a solid reputation among peer institutions.

8/24/2018
Wausau and Marshfield branch campus names approved
UW-Marathon County, located in Wausau and founded in 1933, is now the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Wausau. UW-Marshfield/Wood County, founded in 1964, is the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield.

5/10/2018
Rodgers and Hammerstein president to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
The May Commencement ceremonies will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 19, in the Health Enhancement Center.

3/5/2018
UW-Stevens Point proposes adding, cutting programs to prepare for future
UW-Stevens Point proposes adding or expanding 16 programs in areas with high-demand career paths as a way to maintain and increase enrollment.

11/6/2017
UW-Stevens Point to hold several Veterans Day events
Student veterans will share their experiences with a ceremony on Friday, Nov. 10, and in theatrical event and author talk on Monday, Nov. 13. All are free and open to the public.

9/12/2017
 UW-Stevens Point ranked among Top 10 public Midwestern universities
The magazine's 2018 rankings place UW-Stevens Point tied for ninth in the top tier of Midwestern comprehensive public universities.

9/7/2017
UW-Stevens Point named to The Princeton Review Green College Honor Roll
UW-Stevens Point is the only school in Wisconsin on the honor roll, receiving a Green Rating of 99, the highest score possible.

5/30/2017
UW-Stevens Point pays tribute to Dean Chris Cirmo
Chris Cirmo, a dean at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point who championed civil discourse, critical thinking and access to public higher education, died unexpectedly Thursday while jogging.

5/10/2017
UW-Stevens Point presents inaugural Commitment to Diversity medals
The first-ever Chancellor's Medals for Commitment to Diversity were presented to seven people, including long-time area residents, at UW-Stevens Point in May.

5/8/2017
Alumnus and professional sports administrator to address UW-Stevens Point graduates
Robert Whitsitt, a 1977 graduate and former president of three professional sports teams, will speak to nearly 1,300 graduates in ceremonies at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20.

5/5/2017
UW-Stevens Point named U.S. Green Ribbon School for sustainability
UW-Stevens Point was selected as the top Wisconsin institution of higher education for Green Ribbon Schools and advanced for consideration at the national level.


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