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A free event in celebration of Women’s History Month will be held at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in March. “Soaring Beyond Limits” will be held from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3 in the Dreyfus University Center, 1015 Reserve St., Stevens Point. The doors will open at 4:15 p.m. The event, hosted by UWSP […]

Two very different people having to share an apartment leads to chaos and humor in Neil Simon’s comedy, “The Odd Couple (Female Version),” staged at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield Nov. 6-9. The Campus Community Players will present the show Thursday, Nov. 6, through Saturday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee […]

The annual Women Trailblazers Conference at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point invites women and their allies to share experiences and resources with the theme “Unmuted: Power, Purpose and Possibility,” on Wednesday, Oct. 22. A keynote, trailblazer spotlight, breakout sessions, exhibition fair and networking reception will take place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Dreyfus University […]

With demand for mental health professionals at an all-time high, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is launching a new training institute to help meet the needs of central Wisconsin. The Institute for Behavioral Health and Wellness Training at UW-Stevens Point will ensure that individuals and organizations, locally and globally, have access to top-tier education and […]

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. Patti Bembenek A custodian’s work is one that can go overlooked for many, but just like the rest of our roles, plays a vital piece in […]

Outstanding faculty and staff members were recently recognized at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point for their work during the 2025-26 academic year. The Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship and Service Award was given to Associate Professor James Berry, english. He is praised for his caring attitude and ability to teach difficult concepts, using educational research to inform […]

“At the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, women thrive.” This is how Associate Professor Lyna Matesi and MBA candidate Serena Vincent begin each episode of the Women Trailblazers Podcast. Through the work of Continuing Education, in partnership with the Small Business Development Center of Wisconsin and UW-Stevens Point Sentry School of Business and Economics, this statement […]

Department of Biology Associate Professor Lindsay Dresang strives to build connections in any way she can to help her student navigate intricate subjects. From introductory biology to human dissection and cancer biology, the range of classes she leads requires a versatile knowledge to ensure student success. While students are there to learn the facts and […]

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. Kelly Bird Efficiency and dedication were needed as Kelly Bird, administrative assistant, went out of her way to assist Continuing Education in a variety of areas. […]

As an associate director of Continuing Education and Outreach at UW-Stevens Point, Jennifer Hess sees her work as community service. “Continuing Education has the ability to directly and indirectly make the world a better place,” said Hess. “What I love most about my work is the opportunity to impact people’s lives – while they go […]

Outstanding faculty and staff members were recently recognized at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point for their work during the 2023-24 academic year. The Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship and Service Award was given to Professor and Department of Political Science Chair Jennifer Collins. She works closely with students and empowers them to explore new ideas and […]

The latest advancements and applications of artificial intelligence in various sectors, including heath care, business and industry, will be shared at a conference next month at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. “AI Innovations at Work” will be held Friday, Feb. 23, in the Dreyfus University Center. The one-day conference offers professionals, academics and students the […]