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Campus Kudos
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Kudos to Jo Ann Oravec, professor of information technology and supply chain management, for presenting "Telepresence and Service Robots in Classrooms, Offices, and Labs: Implementation Challenges" at the Brainstorm Educational Technology Conference in Wisconsin Dells.
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In the Media
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Anna Hajdik, lecturer of languages and literatures, sat down with Wisconsin Public Radio for a preview of the 92nd Academy Awards. Hajdik and another film critic, Pete Schwaba, discussed the nominated films, the scores and their personal favorites. Wisconsin Public Radio »
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The Learning Is For Everyone or LIFE program is the first of its kind in the UW System. All of the eight students in the two-year program have some degree of intellectual disability. For James Collins, associate professor of special education, a major motivation to launch the program was is to provide more opportunities and better meet the needs of this under-served segment of the population.
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UW-Whitewater has been listed as "One of 25 Best Music Schools for Earnings Potential" by Gradreports.com. The rankings, which are based on data published by the U.S. Department of Education, are included, along with several quotes from recent graduates.
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Axiom Brass Quintet
Experience the award-winning Axiom Brass Quintet at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 11, in the Young Auditorium. Praised for their high level of musicality and technical ability and for their clean, clear and precise sound, this quintet has quickly established itself as one of the major art music groups in brass chamber music.
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UC job fair
The University Center is hosting a job fair from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, outside of Roberta’s Art Gallery. Stop by to learn about the amazing student employment opportunities in the UC! Both regular pay and work study candidates will be considered.
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African American Heritage lecture series
Don't miss out on the upcoming African American Heritage Lecture Series from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, in the University Center, room 275. Sonya Maria Johnson, department of philosophy and religious studies from Beloit College, will present "Without the Dead We Are Nothing: Homemaking within the Black Atlantic."
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Pre-Valentine’s Day Family Fun
Interested in celebrating Valentine’s Day with your family? Young Auditorium has the perfect, early evening opportunity with crafts, activities, and a family-friendly stage performance designed for kids of all ages. The event, which starts at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, will feature YAO YAO, a one-of-a-kind stage play.
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Guest artist Sonic performs "Willful Devices"
Sonic, the musical duo made up of composer and computer musician Scott Miller and performer and improviser Pat O’Keefe, will present their unique musical performance, "Willful Devices," at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16, in Light Recital Hall. Each member of the audience will need to bring headphones in order to hear this celebration of the individual personalities of
instruments and machines.
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Finding Neverland
Based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name, this breathtaking show will be performed at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16, in the Young Auditorium. The innovative musical features playwright J.M. Barrie as he finds the inspiration he's been missing when he meets the beautiful widow Sylvia and her four young sons: Jack, George, Michael and Peter.
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Celebrating Black History Month with Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Focusing on progress is the overarching theme of this year’s Black History Month celebration at UW-Whitewater. We are elated that Mandela Barnes, the lieutenant governor of the State of Wisconsin, will be our featured speaker. Join the celebration at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the University Center, room 164.
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International Dinner
Take your taste buds on a journey on Friday, March 6, at the International Dinner. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the University Center Hamilton Room, the evening will feature a diverse menu of international dishes, performances and a chance to connect with the international students on campus. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for community members and can be purchased at the Goodhue first floor front desk or at 262-472-4200.
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15-Ball Billiards Tournament
6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11
Warhawk Alley
Men's Basketball vs. UW-Platteville
7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 12
Kachel Gym
Open Mic Craft Night
6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13
University Center Down Under
Men's Basketball vs. UW-Eau Claire
3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15
Kachel Gym
Leaping into Secondary Education Conference
7:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 29
Community Engagement Center
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Gardening Workshop Series
In the third and final workshop in the series, well-known horticulturalist Mark Dwyer will discuss the basics of landscape design, combining plants for color and texture and considering landscape maintenance. The workshop takes place on Saturday, Feb. 15, from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Shuttle Service
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The Warhawk Shuttle provides free transportation between campuses for all faculty, staff, and students.
View shuttle schedule
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