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Robert Brinkmann has been named the next Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. He is the university’s 16th leader. The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today approved Brinkmann’s appointment, following a recommendation made by a selection committee. He will assume the leadership post on July 1, 2026. “Dr. Brinkmann’s educational background in the natural […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking community input as part of the search for its next chancellor. Three finalists have been selected by an 11-member Search and Screen Committee appointed by the Universities of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents, including, in alphabetical order: The public is invited to attend public forums held for each […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point welcomed its largest first-year class in 40 years for the 2025-26 academic year, according to preliminary student enrollment estimates based on the first day of classes. UW-Stevens Point saw an 8% growth in first-year students, with a total of 2,021 students at its three campuses. The university’s first-year student numbers […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Northcentral Technical College (NTC) are working together to develop a groundbreaking, seamless partnership to provide degree options for students in north central Wisconsin. The collaboration will allow UWSP at Wausau to relocate to the NTC campus, sharing space, programming and community engagement while leveraging the strengths of each institution […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is entering the public phase of its “Discover Your Purpose” comprehensive campaign, announced the UWSP Foundation Board, with the goal of raising $100 million dollars. Aimed at empowering students to discover their purpose and achieve meaningful impact in their communities and beyond, the campaign is “a call to alumni, friends […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has announced the new dean of the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC). Stuart Benkert, formerly head of Performing Arts and Technology at North Carolina State University, will begin July 14. Benkert succeeds Valerie Cisler, who is retiring after serving as dean for eight years. In this role, Benkert […]

The first female state forester in Wisconsin, a 2000 alum of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, will address graduates and their families at the spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 17. Heather Berklund, who has worked for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry for nearly 25 years, will address students, families and […]

Celebrating decades of partnerships and service with the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Skyward was presented with a UW Regents Business Partnership Award today. Leadership from Skyward, UW-Stevens Point and the Universities of Wisconsin, as well as Skyward employees who are UW-Stevens Point alumni, were among attendees. “The Board of Regents is proud of the partnership […]

Universities of Wisconsin announcement: March 31, 2025 Dr. Thomas Gibson named chancellor of UW-Milwaukee From Chancellor Gibson: A new role, and heartfelt gratitudeToday it was announced that I have been named chancellor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I will take on this new role on or about July 1, 2025. I am filled with gratitude […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will accelerate its climate action initiatives through pro bono consulting services awarded by Second Nature, a leading national organization that works with higher education to support their carbon neutrality and climate resilience goals. UW-Stevens Point was among seven institutions receiving specialized consulting services valued at $25,000 each through Brailsford & […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point was rated nationally among Research Colleges and Universities by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education. The designation is for institutions that award at least $2.5 million on research and development each year. UW-Stevens Point is among 218 universities and colleges in the […]

A new restaurant will open next week at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield campus, offering breakfast and lunch to students, faculty, staff and community members. The Hungry Hub will hold a grand opening event on Monday, Jan. 27, at 10 a.m. at the UWSP at Marshfield Commons. Operated by Sherri and Bruce Winer […]