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The Chemistry Biology Building at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will be dedicated in honor of an alumni couple with a special presentation next week. The building will be named the Frank R. and Kathleen Y. Haeni Chemistry Biology Building at 2 p.m., Friday, May 2, in Room 105, with remarks from Joshua Hagen, dean […]

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 […]

Marshfield residents Jordan Bard, an employee at Forte Opening Solutions, and Ben Lee, the CEO and president of Staab Construction, both work in building-related industries, but they also share another connection. Both are non-traditional students at UWSP at Marshfield, taking courses to complete their degrees while working full-time. Bard is pursuing his Pre-Engineering Associate of […]

Sitting on the other side of the desk, serving as a National History Day (NHD) judge, was a new experience for University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point sophomore Noah Stachovak. The history and social studies education major said his goal was to be fair and provide honest critiques on the student papers at the regional competition held […]

Teaching in a time of advancing digital technologies presents complex and unknown challenges in K-12 classrooms. While artificial intelligence (AI) will likely contribute to certain efficiencies across various industries, educators specifically look to balance how to incorporate those benefits while addressing the evolving landscape of digital literacy and academic integrity. Assistant Professor of Educational Technology […]

Marking its milestone 50th annual event, the American Indians Reaching for Opportunities (AIRO) Powwow will be held at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point on Saturday, May 3. The event will take place in Skyward Fieldhouse, 2050 Fourth Ave., Stevens Point. General admission is $7, admission with a UWSP student ID is $5, and elders over […]

A collection of student work is on display at the Edna Carlsten Gallery at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as part of the 2025 Student Juried Show.  Juried by Wisconsin-based artists Brad Killam and Michelle Grabner, the exhibit runs from April 17 to May 3. The community may attend the live jurying and awards reception […]

Pass through time and space this May at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. Planetarium shows will be offered at 2 p.m. on Sundays in May. The post-academic year summer planetarium schedule will begin on May 26, with shows at 7 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. All regular public shows are around […]

The fun-filled evening Candlelight Hike Festival returns to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this May. The event will be held Friday, May 2, from 7-9:30 p.m. This year’s festival theme is “Fantastic Critters and Where to Find Them.” It is open to the public, free of charge, but donations are appreciated. The community […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is hosting a variety of music concerts on its campuses in Stevens Point, Marshfield and Wausau this May.   UW-Stevens Point concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Noel Fine Arts Center Michelsen Hall, 1800 Portage Street, Stevens Point. Tickets are $17 for the general public, $15 for seniors […]

A book talk, sustainable activities and an Eco Fair will mark Earth Week at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point April 21-27. Local author Dave Greschner will host a limited capacity talk-back in the Trainer Natural Resources building room 110 at noon on Tuesday, April 22. Greschner will share insights from his book, “Soul of the […]

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 […]