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UW-Whitewater online programs ranked among the top in the U.S., Wisconsin
January 15, 2019
Engagement, excellence and affordability make the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s online programs among the best in the state and the nation, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
Veteran higher ed leader named interim UW-Whitewater Chancellor
December 21, 2018
University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross announced today that Cheryl Green has agreed to serve as UW-Whitewater’s interim Chancellor. Green, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at UW-Oshkosh, will step into the new role on Jan. 1, 2019.
Winter commencement set for Dec. 15
December 03, 2018
More than 782 graduates will cross the stage to receive their degrees.
“The Lands We Share” traveling exhibit gives a voice to the rich history and diversity of Wisconsin’s farmers
December 03, 2018
The university is one of four UW campuses to take part in the project, which features six sites around the state.
Warhawk Success Closet now open in the University Center
November 20, 2018
The Warhawk Success Closet provides students access to FREE professional and workplace-appropriate attire.
Warhawk Voices — Lindsey Zurbrugg
November 16, 2018
Lindsey Zurbrugg is studying physical education (health and human performance) at UW-Whitewater, and is one of the veterans on the women’s wheelchair basketball team.
Warhawk Voices — Brent Bilodeau
November 06, 2018
Brent Bilodeau is the winner of the 2018 P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People.
Warhawk Voices — Ozalle Toms
November 06, 2018
Ozalle Toms is the winner of the 2018 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award.
Program that inspires students in STEM wins statewide diversity award
October 11, 2018
Program that inspires students in STEM wins the 2018 Ann Lydecker Educational Diversity Award from the Wisconsin State Council on Affirmative Action. Members of the Warhawk family will accept the award on Oct. 25 at the state capitol in Madison.
UW-Whitewater to be part of the Blackhawk Community Credit Union new headquarters
October 04, 2018
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater will find an additional home in downtown Janesville to complement the UW-Whitewater at Rock County Campus when the Blackhawk Community Credit Union headquarters opens.
Generous UW-Whitewater gift to expand collaborations in Rock County
September 27, 2018
Philanthropists Quint and Rishy Studer are again making a substantial donation to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. The most recent gift will expand the collaborations between the university and businesses in Rock County.
Record number of degrees awarded, record retention and graduation rates at UW-Whitewater
September 25, 2018
With the new academic year under way at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, preliminary numbers show the freshman-to-sophomore retention rate for fall 2018 is a record 81.9 percent. UW-Whitewater is also graduating more students than ever before.
Alumnus Andrew Baldwin wins alma mater lyrics contest
August 27, 2018
A 2014 graduate, Baldwin is the winner of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater alma mater lyrics contest, which was coordinated in conjunction with the campus’s 150th anniversary.
Groundbreaking set for the UW-Whitewater Community Engagement Center and new hotel
August 09, 2018
Collaboration and creativity are driving the plans for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Community Engagement Center and a new hotel on the city’s west side.
UW-Whitewater honored among national Colleges of Distinction
July 10, 2018
Schools are accepted on the basis that they adhere to the four distinctions: Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Community, and Successful Outcomes.
Geography student to study with NASA this summer
May 15, 2018
Shaunie Rasmussen's journey began one day in 2016 when Assistant Professor Rocio Duchesne visited her introduction to geography class to talk about the science of remote sensing.
Spring commencement set for May 19
May 10, 2018
A total of 1,644 graduates will cross the stage to receive their degrees.
Warhawk to explore artificial intelligence with the U.S. Navy
May 08, 2018
Computer science student Greg Hyde will travel to Washington D.C. for an internship and work in the Navy Center for Applied Research in Artificial Intelligence for as long as 14 weeks.
Chemistry major wins national Goldwater Foundation recognition
April 24, 2018
Pontian Adogamhe was honored for work his work with his mentor, Associate Professor Christopher Veldkamp. Adogamhe would like to pursue a medical research degree in tropical medicine and infectious diseases, specifically the study of malaria.
Chemistry student earns admission to national laboratory program
April 10, 2018
Katherine Ceschi will study for six weeks at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York, on Long Island, where she will explore nuclear chemistry. Only 24 students in the country were selected for this highly competitive and prestigious program.
Mathematics major wins national Goldwater Foundation recognition
April 10, 2018
Senior Ryan Schroeder, who hopes one day to earn a Ph.D. in mathematics, was honored for work his work with his mentor, Associate Professor Leon Arriola. The duo use mathematics to explore — and head off — potentially serious events like disease outbreaks.
In memory of Chancellor Emeritus Jack Miller
April 03, 2018
As chancellor, Miller oversaw the completion of the $14.5 million Kachel Fieldhouse, home of the campus’s recreation sports and indoor track and field facilities, and site of UW-Whitewater’s commencement ceremonies. Miller also headed a highly successful campaign to raise more than $5 million in private funds for Timothy J. Hyland Hall, home to the College of Business and Economics.
Winter commencement set for Dec. 16
December 11, 2017
The event marks the first time in its almost 150-year history that the university will confer a doctoral degree. Ten students will receive their doctorate of business administration, or DBA.
Warhawks in elite company at national economics competition
November 29, 2017
Economics students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater competed against some of the world's most prestigious universities at the 14th Annual College Fed Challenge in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 1.
Faculty member Jeff Herriott composes soul songs for film soundtrack
October 12, 2017
"Brawl in Cell Block 99" includes seven original songs co-composed and recorded by UW-Whitewater professor Jeff Herriott and performed by faculty and Warhawk alumni, along with classic R&B singers Butch Tavares and Rock & Roll hall of famers, The O'Jays.