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Music Education Speaker Series: Dr. Maud Hickey
2026-04-22 17:30 (America/Chicago) | UWSP | NFAC 221, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
All are welcome to join us for our FREE Music Education Speaker Series which will feature Dr. Maud Hickey, Retired Associate Professor Emerita from Northwestern University, who will present “Unleashing Creativity: Bringing Composition to Every Music Classroom.”

Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30p.m.

Noel Fine Arts Center Room 221, or you may attend Virtually

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/j5ynp5u5

Campus Band, Campus Orchestra, and Campus Choir Concert
2026-04-22 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Don’t miss the final Campus Ensembles Concert before summer break! Enjoy incredible performances by the #UWSP Campus Band and Campus Orchestra, led by student apprentice conductors Aderyn Seefeldt, Sadie Nelson, Nedra Dilts, Katy Panzer, and A.J. Jensen.
Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

UWSP Symphonic Winds Concert: "A Light in the Darkness"
2026-04-23 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
John P. Lynch, conductor
Symphonic Wind Ensemble “A Light in the Darkness”
Radiant Joy – Steven Bryant
Romeo and Juliet Suite – Sergei Prokofiev/arr. Dennis Wick
Music for Prague 1968 – Karel Husa
No Night There – Dan Forrest/arr. John Lynch (In memory of Ron Johnson)

Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

Aber Suzuki Center Rehearsal and Festival Concert
2026-04-25 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States

"Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?" Community Tour
2026-04-25 | WI
An engaging, short, family-friendly opera adaptation set to Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” music where Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs, and the Boy Who Cried Wolf unite to teach the bully Big Bad Wolf how to be a friend.
10:30a.m. | Mosinee
Marathon County Public Library – Mosinee Branch, 123 Main Street
(Not sponsored by Marathon County Public Library)
2:00p.m. | Wisconsin Rapids
McMillan Memorial Library – Fine Arts Center, 490 E. Grand Avenue
4:00 p.m. | Stevens Point
Opera House Annex, 1124 Main Street
FREE and open to all!

5,000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | WI
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe. Installed on the Mayall telescope on Kitt Peak in Southern Arizona, DESI’s 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global endeavor.
Our shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building, by the Foucault pendulum, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance.
Planetarium programs for groups (schools, scouts, organizations, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year. Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu
Admission
There is no charge for our public programs, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community.
Parking
Parking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options, rules, and regulations.

GET INVOLVED!
The Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!

UWSP Jazz Faculty Recital featuring the music of Pat Metheny
2026-04-26 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
FREE – all are welcome!

BROUGHT TO LIGHT — 2026 Senior BFA Show
2026-04-28 12:00 - 18:00 | UWSP | Carlsten Art Gallery, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Experience the extraordinary talents of these nine UWSP artists as they embark on an exciting new journey.
Exhibition: April 28 – June 12
Artists Reception: May 15 | 5:30-7:30
This annual capstone experience offers graduating UWSP Integrative Studio Arts majors the opportunity to exhibit their exemplary work. Curated by a faculty committee, the collective of these nine distinct voices reflects their maturation as young artists prepared to embark on an exciting new phase of their lives.
We celebrate the work of Aurora Abley, Paige Augustine, Finley Cremeens, Peyton Cupery, Skyler Genskow, Kyler Johnson, Claire Matthews, Joe Nordman, and Sarah Steiger. Congratulations!
Carlsten Art Gallery | Noel Fine Arts Center
Tue-Fri 12-6pm | Sat 10am-2pm (unless otherwise noted)

Wausau Vocal Jazz Concert
2026-04-28 19:00 | UWSP at Wausau | James F. Veninga Theater, 625 Stewart Ave, Wausau, Wisconsin, 54401
Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

Jazz Band Concert
2026-04-28 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Come enjoy the big sound of the UWSP Jazz Band featuring works by Gershwin, Goodwin, Harvey, Parker, Mossman, Strayhorn, and Williams!

Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

Symphony Orchestra Concert "Firebird"
2026-04-29 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Featuring music from Geroges Bizet “Carmen Suite No. 1”, Gaetano Donizetti “Chacun Le Sait” (from the Daughter of the Regiment) and Launy Grondahl “Trombone Concerto.”
Daxton Frost, Apprentice Conductor
Kathryn Lamm, Soprano
Will Myers, Trombone

Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

Spring Choirs Concert "Musical Elements"
2026-04-30 19:30 | St. Stephen Church, 1401 Clark Street, Stevens Point, WI, 54481, United States

Undergraduate Research Symposium
2026-05-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Chemistry Biology Building, 2101 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, 54481, United States
The College of Letters and Science will celebrate an outstanding group of student researchers representing projects from across COLS majors. The Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium is scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026. The day of student presentation features projects in the humanities, natural sciences, math, computing, and the social and behavioral sciences. Students showcase their research through poster and oral presentations during the annual event as a culmination of their research experience.
The Annual Symposium has involved 1,700 students across all COLS majors over the past 26 years! View SPIN event

This signature event will showcase the work of 150 students in research posters and oral presentations taking place throughout the Haeni Chemistry Biology Building. Our student research event is a highlight of our year when we get to shine the light on the inspirational, creative accomplishments of our student scholars at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The symposium is open to works from across the college in the humanities, natural sciences, math, computing, and the social and behavioral sciences.

Date: May 1, 2026
Location: Haeni Chemistry Biology Building
SCHEDULE
Welcome
2 p.m. Opening Remarks, Room 105
Dean Joshua Hagen
College of Letters and Science
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“Feeding the Whole Child, Whole Family, Whole Community through Civic Engagement”
Maggie Bohm-Jordan
Department of Sociology and Social Work
2:30 -3:30 p.m.
Oral Presentations
2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Poster Sessions

Aber Suzuki Center Solo Recitals
2026-05-03 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Solo Recitals: 12:30 and 2pm Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center

Phantom of the Universe - The Search for Dark Matter
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:00 | UWSP | Science Building, 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, 54481, United States
This planetarium show journeys across space and time, speeding alongside particles before they collide in a visually stunning explosion of light and sound. Then, learn how scientist around the world are collaborating to track down dark matter… the hunt is on.
Narrated by Academy Award winner, Tilda Swinton with sound by an Academy Award winning team at Skywalker Sound.
*Recommended for all audiences
Admission
There is no charge for our public programs, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community.
Parking
Parking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options, rules, and regulations.

GET INVOLVED!
The Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!

Jazz Combos Concert
2026-05-03 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States

Vocal Jazz Concert
2026-05-04 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Featuring:
Jazz Central Voices and Central Standard Time

Tickets: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Ticketing – Ticket Office Home

Clarinet Studio Recital
2026-05-05 18:00 | UWSP | NFAC 221, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States

Jazz Ensemble Concert featuring Dr. Colleen Clark
2026-05-05 19:30 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States

Artist Hour and Special 90-minute Event
2026-05-06 16:00 | UWSP | Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States

SPRING SYMPOSIUM — 60 Minutes of Enlightenment
2026-05-06 17:30 | UWSP | Carlsten Art Gallery, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
Join us for a fascinating hour of interesting talks on interesting topics from the faculty at UWSP’s School of Design & Communication! FREE & Open to the Public!
Wednesday, May 6 | 5:30-7:30
Carlsten Gallery | UWSP Noel Fine Arts Center
Complimentary Refreshments Provided
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“Preserving the Visual Language of Kashubia: An Ancestral and Digital Journey”
Tamara McLean – Professor | Graphic Design
Exploring the lesser-documented decorative motifs of Kashubian heritage and translating this fragile material culture into modern digital systems through cross-cultural collaboration and academic excellence.
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“Studio Practice at a Crossroads: Tradition, Toxicity, and Change”
Julie Playl — Lecturer | Art
Examining the role of toxic materials in studio art and the push toward safer, more sustainable alternatives, while maintaining the integrity of traditional practices and materials. Highlighting practical strategies for implementation, student engagement, and introducing unexpected, everyday material substitutions that spark interest and make the greening process engaging for all.
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“The Tulip Project: Spreading Joy and Hope During Uncertain Times”
Heidi Oberstadt — Lecturer | Business Communication
The Tulip Project spread joy during the first spring of COVID, sharing daily beauty on social media. As word grew, Heidi partnered with a local greenhouse, neighbors contributed homegrown blooms, and UWSP groundskeepers allowed campus tulips to be clipped and shared on commencement day.

Media Studies Senior Capstone Presentation
2026-05-07 17:30 - 19:30 | UWSP | Carlsten Art Gallery, Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point, 54481, United States
You are invited to our end-of-semester celebration on May 7th, 5:30-7:30pm, in the Carlsten Gallery!
Our Capstone Cohort of 18 is doing very strong work, on the verge of graduation!
We will have films screening, staged readings, photography, music, printed matter…FREE – all are welcome!
