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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources has recently appointed new leaders for three key University of Wisconsin-Extension centers to further its commitment to conservation education, research and community outreach. Steven Hubbard has been named the director of the Wisconsin Forestry Center and a UW-Extension forestry specialist. With a Ph.D. in forestry and […]

Ignite your voice at the annual Women Trailblazers Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 6, hosted by Continuing Education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Inspiring keynotes, breakout sessions, an exhibition fair and networking receptions will take place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Dreyfus University Center, 1015 Reserve St., Stevens Point. This conference is presented in […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is hosting a variety of music concerts on the main campus in Stevens Point this October.   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 general public, $15 for seniors (62+), $10 for youth (under […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is again ranked among the best public universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News and World Report. The magazine’s 2025 rankings place UW-Stevens Point as 12th among regional public universities in the 12 states in its Midwest region. The university was recognized for its graduation and first-year retention rates, peer […]

Rocket out of orbit this October at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. Planetarium shows will be offered at 2 p.m. on Sundays in October. All regular public shows are around one hour long and include a 25-min presentation focusing on the current night sky of Central Wisconsin (bright stars, constellations, planets, […]

Experience the wit and depth of Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim’s most iconic works at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point next month. “Side by Side by Sondheim,” celebrating one of musical theatre’s most influential artist, will be staged in the Studio Theatre of the Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage St., Stevens Point. […]

Celebrate the purple and gold on Saturday, Oct. 5, as the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point offers Homecoming, Spud Bowl and Family Day, with something for every member of the Pointer family.  Activities for all ages will be offered at the Homecoming Hotspot from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Goerke Park in Stevens Point. This year’s Homecoming Hotspot […]

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point saw growth in first-year, graduate and total enrollment for the 2024-25 academic year, according to official information from the first day of classes. This fall saw a 6% increase in graduate student enrollment, a 3% increase in first-year students/transfer enrollment and a 3% increase in total full-time enrollment at UW-Stevens […]

Discover rocks and minerals, the inside of volcanoes and the depths of the Earth as part of the Junior Scientist program sponsored by the Museum of Natural History and the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Museum programs will be held at 5:30 p.m. on select Thursdays in Room A113 of […]

Join the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Latino Student Alliance and Multicultural Resource Center in public celebrations of Hispanic culture.   Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15-Oct. 15, aiming to raise awareness of the diverse culture and traditions that are celebrated within the Hispanic community. UW-Stevens Point Diversity and College Access hopes to create an […]

The annual photography, artwork and writing contest inspired by the natural beauty of Schmeeckle Reserve is underway. Submissions for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve annual Writing, Art and Photo Contest will be accepted until Friday, Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. The contest aims to raise awareness of the reserve and the Friends group, whose members […]

A series of workshops designed to inspire wildlife conservation through art will be offered this fall through the Wisconsin Center for Wildlife at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The workshops will combine the technical aspects of drawing, painting or scratchboard art with learning about wildlife science, conservation and management, with wildlife as the subject matter. […]