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College of Distinction
For the seventh consecutive year, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has been named among the Colleges of Distinction — a national honor that recognizes campuses for exceptional teaching and dedication to student success. This year the university is one of only two colleges in the state to be awarded a badge in affordability, one that focuses both on an institution’s costs and student outcomes as it aims to assist cost-conscious students and parents in navigating the complex landscape of college financing.
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$3 million awarded for Winther/Heide project
The State of Wisconsin Joint Finance Committee approved a major step forward for the proposed renovations of Winther Hall and Heide Hall. The committee approved a motion on June 1 that will allocate $3 million toward the project’s design and architecture costs. The allocation is aimed at bringing the project up to the necessary design level needed to then be approved for construction.
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Warhawk blends communication and science in deep sea venture
UW-Whitewater graduate student Sarah Treadwell, a communications major, is on board a seagoing research vessel — playing a major role in connecting the outside world to the exploration and the work of the geologists, microbiologists, and other scientists.
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Business student awarded $15,000 in start-up funds
Chad Tjugum, an entrepreneurship major, placed in the top five winners in the Schulze Entrepreneurship Challenge, defeating competitors from colleges and universities such as Dartmouth, Brown, Ohio State, and Auburn.
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UW-Whitewater represented at Women of Influence event
Several employees were on hand to support the Milwaukee Business Journal's 2023 Women of Influence Awards held June 15 in Milwaukee. The event honored 30 women for their impact in southeastern Wisconsin, and UW-Whitewater was proud to be a sponsor.
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Office/organizational updates
Institutional Research, Assessment, and Planning
The Office of Institutional Research and Planning and the Office of Academic Assessment have been merged into one unit: Institutional Research, Assessment, and Planning (IRAP). Katy Casey will serve as the office’s director, reporting to the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. Congratulations to Lynsey Schwabrow, who has accepted a position at Lawrence University starting next month.
Student Affairs
The Student Affairs Division leadership team of Artanya Wesley, Frank Bartlett, and Erica Johnson will be relocating to Hyer Hall in August. The team is currently located in the library alongside the Dean of Students Office. The Dean of Students Office will remain in the library, and the Student Affairs leadership will move to Hyer 200 starting later this summer.
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Campus Kudos
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Kudos to Jo Ann Oravec, professor of information technology and supply chain management, who was just featured in a news story in “Worklife” titled "There’s an epidemic of loneliness: will AI make it worse?" Read more »
Kudos to Alicia de Gregorio, professor of languages and literatures, who delivered the scholarly paper “ Pilar Melero: la escritura como memoria personal y memoria colectiva." The paper, which addresses her colleague Dr. Pilar Melero's creative writing as a tool for the creation and preservation of memory and identity, was presented at the 3rd International Conference of the North American Academy of the Spanish Language, held in Coral Gables, Florida, May 18-21, 2023.
Kudos to D’Arcy Becker, professor of accounting, whose commentary contributed to stories on mental accounting and credit card studies published on Money Geek. Read more »
Kudos to Jake Williams, coach of the UW-Whitewater Men’s Wheelchair Basketball Team, John Boie, academic advisor, Talen Jourdan, general business major, and alumnus Jeromie Meyer, who were members of the U.S. Men’s Wheelchair Basketball Team who won gold at the 2022 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) World Championships in Dubai for the first time since 2002! (Originally scheduled to be held in November 2022, the event was postponed to June 2023 in order not to clash with the 2022 FIFA World Cup being held in Qatar.)
Kudos to Christina Schwab, coach of the UW-Whitewater Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team, who coached the U.S. Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team to a bronze medal at the 2022 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) World Championships in Dubai after defeating Team Germany. (Originally scheduled to be held in November 2022, the event was postponed to June 2023 in order not to clash with the 2022 FIFA World Cup being held in Qatar.) Team USA featured alumni Lindsey Zurbrugg and Becca Murray. Alumna Desiree Miller was an assistant coach.
Kudos to Benjamin Whitcomb, professor of music, whose solo performance with the Oconomowoc Chamber Orchestra is an American Prize award semi-finalist. The American Prize awards are a series of national competitions designed to recognize the best in the performing arts based on submitted recordings. Kudos also for his research, “Melodic vs. Harmonic Hearing: The Effect of Tempo on Intonation Preferences,” which has been accepted for a spoken presentation in the 17th Annual International Conference on Music Perception and Cognition in Tokyo in August.
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In the Media
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"Hosting takes on a deeper meaning for us because it's a part of UW Whitewater's mission to serve and to champion people with disabilities both academically and athletically," said Jeff Angileri, spokesperson for UW-Whitewater, on the campus hosting the state Special Olympics. WKOW NEWS »
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Jake Williams, coach of the UW-Whitewater Men’s wheelchair basketball team, is highlighted by NBC Sports as part of their series, Hometown Hopefuls, spotlighting the stories of Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls from all fifty states, as well as Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico, as they work towards the opportunity to represent their country at the Paris 2024 Games next year.
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Over 1,400 athletes competed in the Special Olympics Wisconsin Summer Games held at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Morgan Anderson, Director of Camps and Conference gave an interview.
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Shades of Crimson exhibit reception
Come check out Roberta’s Art Gallery’s "Shades of Crimson: A changing environment" exhibit, featuring pieces composed by Carole Glass, Judi Golumbowski, Jeanne, Cole Panka, Leah Robertson, and RH Zondag. Join us for the reception to meet the artists on July 13 from noon-2 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit the link below.
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Glow Bowl
Let’s GLOW bowling this summer! Glow Bowl happens every Friday* from noon-4 p.m. in Warhawk Alley this summer! It’s completely free for students with an active HawkCard ID! Due to summer camps in and out of Warhawk Alley, please call 262-472-1164 to confirm availability before you go. *Excludes June 23, July 28, and Aug. 4.
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Recent Merit Badges
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UW-Whitewater students inducted into national Hispanic Honor Society
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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Collegiate DECA students participated in the annual International Career and Development Conference, held April 14-19 in Orlando, Florida.
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All You Can Play summer special
Stop by Warhawk Alley for All You Can Play summer special every Monday from noon - 4 p.m. Students with their HawkCard ID are free ($5 without) for 2 hours of bowling, billiards, and more! Please call 262-472-1164 to confirm availability due to summer camps.
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Food Trailer
Stop by the UWW Dining Food Trailer on the UC North Mall every Tuesday this summer from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Enjoy a different meal each week with friends, family, or coworkers all summer long.
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Summerfest
UW-Whitewater is excited to participate in this year’s Summerfest College Pride Day on Friday, June 30. Complimentary transportation will be provided to the first 50 people who sign up to ride the Warhawk bus! UW-Whitewater, lot 18 at 10 a.m.
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Notes for Faculty and Staff
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Communicating in Tech World
Communicating face-to-face is not always possible in the business world. Today's communication depends on conference calls, texts and email chains that make it challenging to know when each outlet is appropriate. Join us Wednesday, July 19, 2023, to learn how to interact professionally in the workplace using technology.
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In the Community
Half marathon and 5K
UW-Whitewater is proud to once again be a title sponsor for the Discover Whitewater Series, a half marathon and 5k run/walk held annually in Whitewater. This year’s race is Sept. 17. The race promotes the City of Whitewater, highlights its greatest features, and encourages a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages.
Whitewater’s July 4th Festival
The 2023 festival will run from June 30 to the evening of July 4. Live music at the Cravath Lakefront Amphitheater includes a variety of local and regional performances concluding with the return of The Britins, a Beatles Tribute Band, as the headliner for July 4th. The festival will also feature the 4th of July Parade, 38th Annual Car Show, 11th Annual Miss Whitewater Pageant, food offerings from local church and civic organizations, fireworks, and Family Day powered by Generac featuring a free petting zoo, pony, and camel rides. Detailed schedule at whitewater4th.com.
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Community Events and Resources
Concert line up
Save the dates! The Summer Concert Series will return to Cravath Lakefront Park on Thursdays at 7 p.m. There is a full lineup of concerts from July 13 through Sept. 7.
The Community Space
The Community Space, located at 834 E. Milwaukee Street in Whitewater, Wisconsin, provides food, clothing, furniture and more. Hours are Tuesdays, 8:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays 3:30-7 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to noon. All are welcome.
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