​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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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.

3/22/2017
Blue Mind: Explore the connection between water, health and happiness
 Take a closer look at the mind-body-water connection during the 2017 Wisconsin Lakes Partnership Convention April 5-7 in Stevens Point.

3/22/2017
Educational sustainability doctorate offered at UW-Stevens Point
The program – the first Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability in the country and the first standalone doctorate offered at UW-Stevens Point – takes sustainability to a deeper level.  

3/2/2017
Free, public programs at Schmeeckle Reserve in March
Several free, public programs will be taught by UW-Stevens Point students at the reserve's Visitor Center, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point.

2/9/2017
Find adventure and camp fun at CWES this summer
Summer camp offerings at the Central Wisconsin Environmental Station begin with a sampler day on May 6, with weekly camps beginning June 11.

1/27/2017
UW-Stevens Point offers 'Story Time at the Museum'
Preschoolers and their parents will share time together, listening to stories and working on crafts led by UW-Stevens Point students.

1/19/2017
​EPA recognizes UW-Stevens Point among nation's leading green power users
UW-Stevens Point uses 100 percent green power through partnerships with Renewable Choice Energy, Wisconsin Public Service, Madison Gas & Electric, Wisconsin Public Power Inc., and We Energies to provide biogas, solar and wind power.

12/28/2016
Learning is ForEver classes offers opportunities for adult learners
Geared for adults age 55 and older, the LIFE program is offering nearly 80 workshops, lectures and tours between January and May 2017.

12/5/2016
Expert to discuss nuclear fallout at free community lecture
"Nuclear Fallout and the Birth of the Ecosphere" will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, presented by Jerry Jessee, assistant professor of history.

11/22/2016
Sorority gala to raise funds for cystic fibrosis
Delta Phi Epsilon International Sorority's Beta Lambda chapter will host the "65 Roses" gala at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Stevens Point.

10/28/2016
Schmeeckle Reserve offers nature programs in November
Taught by UW-Stevens Point students, these programs meet at the reserve's Visitor Center, located at 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, unless otherwise noted.

10/17/2016
Sustainability information fair set for Oct. 26
Learn ways to reduce energy use and live a more sustainable lifestyle during the annual National Campus Sustainability Month in October at UW-Stevens Point.

10/11/2016
Wisconsin Science Festival activities at UW-Stevens Point
Curiosity and creativity will be celebrated at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Oct. 20-23 as part of the Wisconsin Science Festival.

10/4/2016
Schmeeckle Reserve offers nature programs in October
Taught by UW-Stevens Point students, the free programs meet at the reserve's Visitor Center, located at 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, unless otherwise noted.

9/13/2016
UW-Stevens Point in top ten of Midwestern public universities
The magazine's 2017 rankings place UW-Stevens Point tied for ninth in the top tier of Midwestern comprehensive public universities.

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.

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

5/2/2016
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.

4/26/2016
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.

4/21/2016
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.

4/14/2016
‘Detroit Dirt’ founder headlines Earth Week 2016 at UW-Stevens Point
Earth Week activities begin Thursday, April 14, and continue until Saturday, April 23.

4/6/2016
UW-Stevens Point expert discusses plastics’ effects on brain behavior
Learn about the safety of plastic chemicals in a free lecture Tuesday, April 12.

3/31/2016
UW-Stevens Point attains 100 percent renewable electricity use
UW-Stevens Point has achieved a new milestone in sustainability: It is the first university in the state to have 100 percent of its electricity come from renewable sources.

3/28/2016
UW-Stevens Point to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Several free, public activities will be held in April to offer information and awareness.

3/15/2016
UW-Stevens Point series offers insight into gender issues
The free weeklong series of programs offer education and insight on the trans community and gender issues.

3/14/2016
Aquatic exercise classes offered for adults
The classes are offered for adults with arthritis and older adults looking for a low-impact workout.

2/24/2016
Sea Grant funds Great Lakes research, including UW-Stevens Point projects
The grants will support funding for walley research and a natural resources course on changing weather conditions.

2/19/2016
Educational opportunity explored in film ‘Tested’ at UW-Stevens Point
The film helps educators and parents understand the challenges some students and their parents face. It is free and open to the public.

2/9/2016
‘Green chemicals:’ UW-Stevens Point, vegetable industry partner to find higher value of crop residue
The Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology (WIST) will work with the U.S. Economic Development Administration to research chemicals in residual peels, stems and vines from vegetable harvests.


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