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 […]

Sometimes, a day job ends and employees go home at the end of the workday. And then there’s Rayvn Knipple who works many late nights to foster a sustainable and inclusive campus community for all at UW-Stevens Point. During the day, Knipple works as the graduate programs assistant within the School of Education where he […]