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The teachers we remember years later are often the ones who made learning feel real. They encouraged us when something was difficult, helped us find confidence in unfamiliar situations, or showed us that what we were learning had a place beyond the classroom. For Laura Anderson McIntyre, those teachers helped shape the educator she would […]

For as many years as English professor James Berry has been teaching, he is also still a scholar of teaching. It has been his own passion for improvement, and for learning all that he can to impact the learning environment, that reveals the kind of educator he strives to be. In composition and linguistics classes, […]

Associate Professor, Kathryn McGarry, chemistry, is proud of the confidence developed in the students she invites into research and the communal spirit they build together in her lab.  In her own time as a graduate student immersed in materials research, McGarry grew passionate about her discoveries. She brought her curiosity to her role teaching in […]

Sean Ruppert’s commitment to supporting instructors and creating accessible learning experiences has made him an indispensable part of the UW-Stevens Point community. This year, his dedication was recognized with a University Academic Staff Excellence Award, honoring his exceptional contributions to teaching, learning and instructional technology across campus. Since joining UW-Stevens Point in 2014, Ruppert has […]

From blooms to bowling, Sargis Award winner Brindley makes a difference on the campus and in the community If there is anyone at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point who works behind the scenes, it’s Chris Brindley, building and grounds manager in Facility Services. As a supervisor of staff in grounds, custodial, auto shop, recycling and […]

Teaching her introductory course in sociology, Ann Herda-Rapp is able to leave a lasting impression on new students who are just beginning to explore their future career interest areas. Herda-Rapp has spent the past four years dedicated to teaching in the Department of Sociology and Social Work. That is on top of teaching at the […]

“Every time you’re with a student, you’re teaching them.” It’s a philosophy that UW-Stevens Point Associate Professor of Biology Sarah Orlofske puts into practice every day. She has been honored with the 2026 University Excellence in Teaching Award, nominated by her students and peers for the positive impacts of her teaching in the classroom, in […]

Behind many of UW-Stevens Point’s most successful outreach efforts is someone whose work quietly connects people, ideas, and communities. For nearly three decades, Amy Kowalski, communications specialist with Extension Lakes, a statewide partnership between the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources and the University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension, has transformed scientific knowledge […]

Dave Dettman does not view his work as a professor and library instruction program coordinator as a job, but as a passion. His enthusiasm for lifelong learning and passion for information literacy and research is what recently earned him the Excellence in Teaching Award at UW-Stevens Point.   Dettman teaches 16-week credit-bearing courses and course integrated instruction […]

Four employees were recognized for going above and beyond their work duties as part of the 2026 University Awards. The Outstanding Work Performance Award recognizes performance beyond what is normally expected of an employee, including increased workload, special projects, developing or modifying procedures and improving effectiveness and efficiency. Kathryn Blakeman Secretary for the Common Council, […]

Kristi Roth has always placed service at the heart of her professional life. This year, her dedication was recognized with the University Service Award at UW-Stevens Point, an honor that celebrates her commitment to campus, colleagues and community.  When the Common Council  had not yet identified a chair for the 2026–27 academic year, Roth, a professor of education and […]

Professor of sociology David Chunyu enjoys teaching a wide range of students at UW-Stevens Point, many of them exploring sociology introductory courses as non-majors. He leads courses in research methods, immigration, the sociology of aging, and social statistics and says he benefits from an interdisciplinary interest.  Connecting with students from across the university in the […]