2008 News Releases

Wireless outage Dec. 29, December 23, 2008

Study abroad program receives $100,000 boost
, December 22, 2008

Melanie Floyd receives Gary E. Bartlett New Professional award, December 16, 2008

UW-Whitewater honored at regional residence hall conference, December 16, 2008

Geography professor works to end human trafficking in Wisconsin, December 16, 2008

Warhawks advance to Stagg Bowl for fourth consecutive year, December 15, 2008

Winter commencement ceremony to be held Dec. 20, December 15, 2008

2008 Stagg Bowl Fan Information: UW-Whitewater vs. Mount Union, December 14, 2008

Important dates to keep in mind as semester ends, December 12, 2008

Graduate student Ruby Udeh of Nigeria named Miss Black and Gold, December 12, 2008

New music professor earns prestigious choral director award, December 11, 2008

Help make the holidays warm with the gift of giving, December 9, 2008

Shalom High School students visit UW-Whitewater, December 9, 2008

Warhawks looking to take care of business against University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, December 8, 2008

Student’s passion is helping other women find self-empowerment, December 8, 2008

Annual pottery and jewelry sale Dec. 8-10 at Fiskum Art Gallery, December 8, 2008

Horizons series to celebrate a milestone with its 500,000th student, December 8, 2008

College of Business and Economics’ technology center helps first client redevelop business Web site, December 5, 2008

Anne Mancl wins university's Outstanding Thesis Award for work on tall poppy syndrome, December 5, 2008

First Midwest Regional AMA conference a success, December 5, 2008

UW-Whitewater alumnae receive state reading award, December 1, 2008

Paralympic TV special featuring Warhawk men’s wheelchair basketball players to air Dec. 6 on NBC, December 3, 3008

Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity holds 30th annual scholarship pageant Dec. 6, December 3, 2008

Friends of the Library holds photography workshop Dec. 5, December 3, 2008

Cheer on Warhawks in Dec. 6 quarterfinal game against Wartburg College, December 2, 2008

'Rose Tattoo' hopes to leave a permanent mark, December 2, 2008

Black Student Union hosts World AIDS Meeting Dec. 2, December 1, 2008

Gospel Choir director named a Minerva Society Laureate, December 1, 2008

Sophomore wins big for UW-Whitewater’s 'Take an Entrepreneur to Lunch' pilot program, December 1, 2008

UW-Whitewater CEO chapter most decorated at national conference, December 1, 2008

Contemporary Issues Lecture Series features Latin American author Cristina Garcia Dec. 1, November 25, 2008

Terry Tumbarello elected president of regional organization, November 24, 2008

Three UW-Whitewater professors receive NASA Wisconsin Space Grants, November 24, 2008

Scholarship and Creative Achievement exhibit highlights work of faculty and staff, November 24, 2008

Residence hall groundbreaking ceremony set for Nov. 24, November 21, 2008

UW-Whitewater a state force in teacher education, November 20, 2008

Young Auditorium provides support for artist in residence at Janesville school, November 20, 2008

UW-Whitewater faculty, student honored at national safety convention, November 20, 2008

Nov. 20 economics panel to include experts from Chicago Federal Reserve, WHEDA, November 19, 2008

900 courtesy tickets available to students for Saturday’s football game, November 18, 2008

UW-Whitewater Fulbright Scholar helps Chinese University of Hong Kong transition to four-year undergraduate program, November 18, 2008

Pilar Milero works with La Casa de Esperanza to map Hispanic presence in southeastern Wisconsin, November 18, 2008

First ever women's wheelchair basketball home game Nov. 22, November 17, 2008

Chancellor Telfer to hold listening sessions Nov. 17 and 19, November 17, 2008

International Education Week kicks off with lecture by director of Water Pressures Project India, November 14, 2008

Advertising the focus of AMA’s Marketing Week Nov. 17-20, November 14, 2008

Students from past, present contribute to inaugural memento, November 13, 2008

UW-Whitewater receives honorable mention in 'Entrepreneurship Magazine', November 12, 2008

UW-Whitewater video game a finalist in video game challenge, November 12, 2008

Ashley Smith and William Thomas named 'Outstanding Seniors', November 10, 2008

Food on the Move, Another Way to Give Back to the Community, November 10, 2008

All invited to community reception celebrating inauguration, November 10, 2008

AMA chapter hosts regional conference Nov. 14, November 7, 2008

Warhawks take on Wisconsin Badgers in exhibition game, November 7, 2008

MBA students assist Madison businesses with Torch Award portfolios, November 6, 2008

Art students recognized in 'Ceramics Monthly' magazine, November 5, 2008

Professor pens book about history of wheelchair basketball program, November 5, 2008

Professor featured in documentary about printer Amos Paul Kennedy Jr., November 5, 2008

UW-Whitewater joins national sustainability association, November 5, 2008

'Cultural Explosion' celebrates talents of multicultural students, November 5, 2008

Dr. Richard Telfer inauguration celebration Nov. 14, November 3, 2008

Register now for food drive contest, November 3, 2008

Students able to vote in presidential election on-campus, October 31, 2008

Political science students involved with local, national campaigns, October 31, 2008

UW-Whitewater students participate in WISN-TV’s award-winning 'Student Commitment 2008', October 31, 2008

UW-Whitewater hosts North Central Council of Latin Americanists conference Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, October 31, 2008

UW-Whitewater celebrates 'Day of the Dead' Oct. 30, October 29, 2008

Students share international experiences at Global Cafe Series, October 29, 2008

Chinese past, present and future on display at Crossman Gallery, October 28, 2008

UW-Whitewater to sign exchange agreement with University of Guanajuato, October 27, 2008

Political science department holds election panel Oct. 29, October 27, 2008

Chancellor Listening Session Oct. 29, October 27, 2008

Second Contemporary Issues Lecture Series to feature Alan Weisman, October 27, 2008

Management majors encouraged to attend career preparation event Oct. 29, October 24, 2008

UW-Whitewater sophomore named 'Youth Peacemaker of the Year', October 24, 2008

King/Chavez Scholars program honored with Ann Lydecker Educational Diversity Award, October 24, 2008

Register by Oct. 31 for inaugural food drive contest, October 24, 2008

Enter sixth annual photo contest by Oct. 29, October 22, 2008

Student Foundation to hold backyard barbecue Oct. 24 to raise funds for student scholarships, October 22, 2008

Economics department to host panel discussion about U.S. economy Oct. 23, October 21, 2008

NASA engineer to talk about new spacecraft Orion Oct. 23, October 21, 2008

Gymnastics team hosts 5k run/walk for breast cancer Oct. 24, October 20, 2008

UW-Whitewater scientists receive more than $140,000 in grants from National Science Foundation, October 20, 2008

University Center celebrates 50 years as the 'heart of campus', October 20, 2008

Perkins Stadium to host state marching band championships, October 16, 2008

UW-Whitewater alumna named 'Middle/Junior High School Teacher of the Year'
, October 16, 2008

History department colloquium begins Oct. 22, October 15, 2008

Dutch artists to guest lecture at UW-Whitewater October 20-23, October 15, 2008

Active hurricane season puts UW-Whitewater professors expertise to use, October 14, 2008

College of Business and Economics named a 'Best Business School' for third straight year, October 14, 2008

Study shows U.S. culture discourages girls from nurturing math talent, October 14, 2008

Author J.A. Konrath to speak on how to get published Oct. 14, October 9, 2008

UW-Whitewater begins search for provost, October 7, 2008

UW-Whitewater's SBDC to help Janesville's displaced GM workers, October 9, 2008

UW-Whitewater to host Business Education National Hall of Fame induction luncheon, October 9, 2008

UW-Whitewater receives $10,000 in scholarships from UW Credit Union, October 9, 2008

Jane Hamilton to receive Chancellor’s Literary award Oct. 20, October 6, 2008

'Dog Sees God' opens 2008-09 theatre/dance season, October 6, 2008

Beautiful day brings out best in Make a Difference Day participants, October 6, 2008

Senior percussion student has experience of a lifetime, Oct. 2, 2008

Students make a difference in the community, Oct. 2, 2008

UW-Whitewater wins Gaarder Award for 11th time, Oct. 1, 2008

Marcia Miller, Giuliana Miolo honored by national advising association Oct. 1, September 29, 2008

Campus to undergo 'live' test of emergency communication system, September 29, 2008

UW-Whitewater works for wellness, September 26, 2008

Contemporary Issues Lecture Series begins Oct. 1, September 25, 2008

Student Involvement is Hosting its Annual Make a Difference Day, September 23, 2008

Peer Mentors Share Wisdom, Guidance with Students, September 23, 2008

Dean covers Presidential election with Wisconsin Public Radio, September 23, 2008

Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity receives chapter excellence award, September 23, 2008

English lecturer’s passion for storytelling leads to own book, September 23, 2008

2008 Elevator Pitch Contest: Win cash for pitching business idea in a flash, September 22, 2008

Environmental Literature Reading Series features Scott Russell Sanders, September 22, 2008

'Hawk Career Fair to feature more than 100 potential employers, September 18, 2008

Fall 2008 Listening Session Schedule, September 18, 2008

Harriet Rogers receives Russell J. Hosler Award in Business Education, September 18, 2008

Campus police working to actively communicate safety, September 18, 2008

Perkins Stadium Host to United Way Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition, September 16, 2008

University Center art sculpture dedicated Sept. 17, September 15, 2008

Smoking banned within 25 feet of campus building entrances, September 15, 2008

Fall sports preview Sept. 18 at Coulthart Family Pavilion
, September 15, 2008

Webinar series emphasizes campus diversity, September 12, 2008

Veteran’s Open House Sept. 15, September 12, 2008

Latino Heritage Month celebration kicks off Sept. 15, September 12, 2008

Barbara Monfils honored for service to international communication association, September 11, 2008

Reminder to exercise caution when crossing streets near campus, September 11, 2008

Career and Leadership Development hosts accounting fair Sept. 11, September 8, 2008

New residence hall construction brings parking changes, September 8, 2008

Artwork of prominent women metalsmiths on display at Crossman Gallery, September 8, 2008

Let the Library Pick Your Brain, September 5, 2008

Fall Fairhaven Lecture Series to focus on presidential election, September 5, 2008

Study Abroad Fair offers students a world of travel opportunities, September 5, 2008

New diversity wiki available as resource for faculty, staff, September 3, 2008

UW-Whitewater welcomes largest group of international students, September 3, 2008

Plan to attend Warhawk athletics opening weekend Sept. 5-7, September 2, 2008

'Shots Fired' program educates students about campus safety, August 29, 2008

Freshmen welcomed to UW-Whitewater in a way never seen before, August 29, 2008

Letters and Sciences workshop focuses on 'what the best college teachers do', August 29, 2008

Important information regarding campus-wide e-mail policy, August 28, 2008

State of the university strong, campus on the move, August 27, 2008

Become a Warhawk Sports Ambassador, August 22, 2008

Incoming freshmen build new traditions at Club U-Dub-Dub, August 21, 2008

State of University address set for Aug. 26, August 19, 2008

Wheelchair basketball players prepare for Beijing Paralympics, August 18, 2008

Aug. 28 technology open house helps faculty stay on the cutting edge, August 13, 2008

Warhawk football players named pre-season All-Americans, August 12, 2008

Successful summer research program wraps up, August 1, 2008

Senior Jen Salemme spends summer researching at Harvard, August 1, 2008

GEAR Up, Arts and Humanities campers give final presentations, August 1, 2008

High school science teachers conduct summer research at UW-Whitewater's SEAL Institute, July 30, 2008

Jeremy Lade new head wheelchair basketball coach, July 24, 2008

Band camp students interact with world renown composer Libby Larsen, July 24, 2008

Hyland Hall construction project a 'state model' for sustainability, July 24, 2008

Ron Berger edits disability series, invites proposals for manuscripts, July 22, 2008

Teen from Bahamas sharpens flute skills at UW-Whitewater band camp, July 17, 2008

Chancellor Telfer names Christine Clements interim provost, July 16, 2008

Anthropologist Pete Killoran's work to be featured in documentary, July 15, 2008

First Lady Jessica Doyle commends UW-Whitewater for its Pre-College Academic programs, July 14, 2008

Statement to campus on impact at UW-Whitewater of the Budget Repair Bill, July 14, 2008

Lois Smith wins Faculty Advisor Award of Excellence, July 11, 2008

Chancellor Listening Session July 15
, July 11, 2008

Matt Scott vying for ESPY award, July 7, 2008

Public hearing Tuesday, July 7, 2008

Economic study finds Eagle Lake lagging behind other are lakes, July 3, 2008

College of Business and Economics named "Best School for Online Business Education", July 2, 2008

Rugby player to represent country on international stage, July 2, 2008

WiscAMP program helps minority students conduct summer research, June 30, 2008

Campus reaches out to Jefferson to help clean up flooding, June 26, 2008

Lauren Smith wins prestigious Annie Dillard Award for essay, June 25, 2008

University Center landscaping takes shape, June 23, 2008

UW-Whitewater receives $185,000 in grants from National Endowment for the Humanities, June 20, 2008

Alumnus donates lifetime collections worth more than $26,000, June 20, 2008

National Endowment for the Arts supports 'Women of Metal' exhibit, June 19, 2008

Former professor has art exhibition in Madison, June 19, 2008

Young Auditorium receives Big Read grant from National Endowment of the Arts, June 17, 2008

UW-Whitewater finishes sixth in Directors' Cup standing, June 16, 2008

Music professor contributes to Tony Awards show, June 13, 2008

Chancellor Listening Session June 11, June 9, 2008

Freshman applications up more than 10 percent, June 9, 2008

2008-09 Contemporary Issues Lecture Series announced, June 6, 2008

UW-Whitewater students give back in huge way, June 6, 2008

Regents confirm Dr. Richard Telfer as UW-Whitewater chancellor, June 5, 2008

Men’s Ultimate Frisbee wins back-to-back National Championships, June 3, 2008

UW-Whitewater professor gives the Milky Way a makeover, June 3, 2008

Getting around during Wyman Mall construction, May 27, 2008

UW-Whitewater Captures 2007-08 WIAC All-Sports Trophies, May 22, 2008

Human resource management chapter earns Superior Merit Award, May 22, 2008

Baseball Earns Trip to College World Series, May 20, 2008

Alumni tailgate event planned for first game of Division III World Series, May 20, 2008

Students raise more than $3,000 to fund clean-water wells in India, May 19, 2008

Wrestling team heads to Russia, May 19, 2008

Academic Advising and Exploration Center named outstanding program, May 19, 2008

MCS major, IT professors to work on Google-related project, May 19, 2008

Part two of drunk driving prevention campaign to kick off in fall , May 19, 2008

Professor plays key role in showing how gas escapes Milky Way Galaxy, May 19, 2008

Chancellor's literary award honors Jane Hamilton, May 16, 2008

Student teaching program in Mexico prepares future educators, May 16, 2008

Students produce new jazz CD, 'Sax Sounds', May 16, 2008

UW-Whitewater’s Web site hosts five new videos, May 16, 2008

Graduating senior prepares for humanitarian missions, May 15, 2008

The Rendlex Tool takes first at Warhawk Business Plan Contest, May 13, 2008

Quest for national championship titles continues for softball, baseball, May 13, 2008

Spring commencement ceremony to be held May 17, May 12, 2008

Telfer recommended as UW-Whitewater chancellor, May 9, 2008

SEAL Fest gives students a chance to relax before finals, May 8, 2008

Softball, baseball head begin post-season runs, May 8, 2008

First Black Greek fraternity celebrates 40th Anniversary, May 8, 2008

Warhawks Unite host end of the year event in Starin Park, May 6, 2008

Wheelchair basketball players, coaches to compete in paralympics, May 05, 2008

Outstanding students honored by department of special education, May 5, 2008

AmeriCorps VISTA Project coming to campus in fall, May 5, 2008

Kachel family donates $1.5 million for multi-sport athletic complex
, May 1, 2008

Psychology professor corrects miscalculation, May 1, 2008

Speech department to undergo exciting changes, May 1, 2008

Learning communities lead to student success, May 1, 2008

Women’s studies dept. receives grant, makes positive changes, May 1, 2008

Climatologist develops contrail avoidance model, May 1, 2008

University Writing Award winners announced, April 29, 2008

UW-Whitewater charters new leadership honor society, April 25, 2008

Environmental Achievement Award winners named, April 25, 2008

Alumnus establishes occupational safety scholarship, April 25, 2008

Exceptional faculty and staff honored, April 23, 2008

Hot water to be back to all residence halls by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Warhawks Unite invite students to come together and play, April 22, 2008

Political science department hosting two-day Africa conference, April 22, 2008

Professor, wheelchair basketball star write book, April 22, 2008

Chancellor’s award recognizes disability advocates on campus, April 22, 2008

UW-Whitewater graduate, wins prestigious Addy award, April 22, 2008

Student teachers share Earth Day lessons with local kindergarteners, April 21, 2008

John Kenneth Kyle lecture features Marquette professor Daniel Maguire
, April 21, 2008

Hot Showers will continue to be available, April 20, 2008

Update on power plant repairs following Wednesday's boiler explosion, April 18, 2008

University sends 64 students to NCUR, most in state, April 18, 2008

Robert Gruber earns Fulbright Scholarship to Ireland, April 18, 2008

UW-Whitewater students come together to fund a cure for PLGA, April 16, 2008

Update on boiler explosion at campus power plant, April 16, 2008

Chancellor Listening Session Wednesday, April 16, April 14, 2008

Purple Comet! Math Meet receives boost from Bradley Foundation, April 11, 2008

Pride Week hopes to make big IMPACT April 13-17, April 11, 2008

WSUW campus radio station holds annual fund drive april 10-17, April 10, 2008

AMA wins big in the Big Easy, April 10, 2008

Book club gives back to students and community, April 10, 2008

Outstanding Junior Award recipients named, April 09, 2008

Annual Cesar Chavez Celebration April 10, April 8, 2008

Math professor receives grant to improve math instruction, April 7, 2008

PSE wins big at national sales and marketing convention, April 7, 2008

Chancellor's literary award honors Michael Perry, April 7, 2008

Business Ethics Student Association hosts Ethics Week April 7-11, April 03, 2008

Emergency kits available for students in need, April 02, 2008

Edric Johnson a leader in social studies teacher education, April 02, 2008

Warhawk Business Plan down to 10 teams, April 02, 2008

Senior English major wins top student award, April 01, 2008

Invest some 'Warhawk Cash' at Business Plan Contest finale, April 01, 2008

Spend the summer with your alma mater, March 31, 2008

UW-Whitewater, StoryBridge.tv present 'No Excuses': Watch now, March 31, 2008

Barb Jones accepts position at Miami University in Ohio, March 31, 2008

Alumni Association Board undergoes leadership changes, March 28, 2008

Students perform at American College Dance Festival conference, March 28, 2008

Staff members named 'Outstanding Women of Color in Education', March 28, 2008

Women's gymnastics to compete for National Championship March 28-29, March 26, 2008

Professor publishes book with Cambridge Unviversity Press, March 25, 2008

Students given opportunity to show off creative media, win prizes, March 20, 2008

UW-Whitewater celebrates Undergraduate Research day April 2, March 20, 2008

UW-Whitewater, DePauw band together to make one sound, March 19, 2008

Women in Leadership Program today in Fern Young Terrace, March 19, 2008

Women's Basketball advances to final four in Michigan, March 18, 2008

Low Income Taxpayer Clinic provides free tax assistance, March 18, 2008

PeopleSoft 9.0 Upgrade Project underway, March 17, 2008

Special education program earns national accreditation, March 17, 2008

2008 Sales Forum to be held March 19, sponsored by Cintas Corporation, March 17, 2008

Nobel Peace Prize winner Jody Williams to speak March 19, March 14, 2008

Watch wheelchair basketball team in its quest for a national title, March 14, 2008

Warhawks host women's basketball sectional finals March 14-15, March 14, 2008

Special education program earns national accreditation, March 14, 2008

Grounds crew, Children's Center think spring, March 13, 2008

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with actor/comedian Kevin Hart, March 12, 2008

Warhawk Athletics publishes national championship book, March 12, 2008

Janalyn Bump a finalist for WPR's young artist competition, March 11, 2008

Attend fitness fair March 12 and 'Shape Up for Spring', March 07, 2008

Management department grads offer advice to students at March 11 panel, March 07, 2008

AMA hosts Multicultural Week March 10-14, March 07, 2008

Wheelchair basketball team wraps up regular season March 8, March 07, 2008

UW-Whitewater accepting nominations for Environmental Award, March 5, 2008

Film festival honors Women's History Month, March 5, 2008

Round two of Warhawk Business Plan Underway, March 5, 2008

Students and staff 'Blast the Blahs' at UC event, March 4, 2008

English professor publishes book on 'acting out culture', March 4, 2008

Professor's research on environmental toxicoloy plays role in agriculture, March 4, 2008

Wynett Barnett scholarship receives $100,000 in new funds, March 4, 2008

OfficeMax CEO speaks to students March 3, February 29, 2008

Students present research at state capitol March 5, February 29, 2008

Marketing students help HealthNet of Janesville, February 29, 2008

Student HR team wins state, qualifies for regionals, February 28, 2008

Diversity seminar allows students to raise voices, February 28, 2008

Lights, camera, Sundance: Senior works at film festival, February 28, 2008

Counseling lab a 'win-win' for students, community, February 26, 2008

Mother and son play together, will soon graduate together, February 26, 2008

Update from Chancellor Search Committee, February 26, 2008

Student Delta Pi Epsilon chapter sweeps awards at conference, February 25, 2008

Musical 'Normal' to raise awareness of eating disorders, February 25, 2008

AMA 'Marketing Week' focused on event planning, February 22, 2008

UW-Whitewater counselors travel to NIU, February 22, 2008

Celebrate diversity at the Cultural Explosion Feb. 21, February 20, 2008

Warhawks Unite sponsors Feb. 22 bowling night, February 20, 2008

Experience global cuisine at March 7 International Dinner, February 19, 2008

Bloomberg certification gives business students advantage, February 18, 2008

James R. Connor Student Leader grant winners announced, February 14, 2008

Sophomore Cassandra Schillo wins regional theatre award, February 14, 2008

Celebrate diversity with a 'cultural explosion', February 12, 2008

Students continue excellence on CPA exam, February 12, 2008

Stephen Prothero leads off Contemporary Issue Lecture Series, February 12, 2008

Women's basketball fans to 'think pink' Feb. 13, February 12, 2008

Students able to vote on campus in Feb. 19 election, February 12, 2008

'Kids Night Out' with Warhawk athletes, February 7, 2008

University, Charter Communications partnership secured, February 7, 2008

Community Service Fair offers fun, philanthropic opportunities, February 7, 2008

Warhawk Business Plan contest first-round deadline Feb. 15
, February 6, 2008

UW-Whitewater sponsors sexual assault prevention poster contest, February 4, 2008

University Center officially opens with Connor Dedication Project, February 4, 2008

Wisconsin in Scotland program offers opportunities abroad, January 30, 2008

'Focus the Nation' event encourages students to go green, January 29, 2008

New University Center to be dedicated Friday, Feb. 1, January 28, 2008

UW-Whitewater calls for literary award nominations, January 28, 2008

Wipfli gives $75,000 for new business building, January 28, 2008

Update from Chancellor Search and Screen Committee, January 25, 2008

Federal judge helps commemorate King's legacy, January 24, 2008

Fairhaven Lecture Series focuses on 'Our Natural World', January 24, 2008

Chancellor Search and Screen open forum Jan. 23, January 18, 2008

Social justice, equality focus of Jan. 23 MLK Day event, January 17, 2008

UW-Whitewater to partner in new OSHA Education Center, January 17, 2008

Warhawks 2007 football national champions, January 14, 2008

Five alumni to be honored at April 19 Founders Day celebration, March 28, 2008

Fairhaven Lecture Series available via podcasts, January 10, 2008

Nike commercial features wheelchair basketball player Matt Scott, January 1, 2008

UW-Whitewater campus continues to investigate boiler explosion, April 17, 2008

Esker reopening delayed, April 18, 2008

UW-Whitewater chancellor finalists named, April 21, 2008

Student HR chapter earns 24th Superior Merit Award, May 14, 2008

Fall 2008 Faculty and Staff Orientation Schedule, August 21, 2008