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UWSP Athletic Training uses virtual reality hockey technology for research

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Jon Koth and Emily Miller

When graduate students Jon Koth ’20 and Emily Miller ’20 from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point athletic training program were exploring topics for their research project, they both knew they wanted to probe in the world of virtual reality. Koth and Miller previously worked with the Pointers hockey teams and were interested in concussion-related research. […]

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Wausau professionals among first MBA participants at UW-Stevens Point

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As a lifelong learner, Brittany Disher wanted to earn a master’s degree. Now the commercial banker from Wausau has a chance to achieve her goal by taking courses near where she lives and works. Disher and 45 other students are enrolled in the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s new Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Applied […]

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UW-Stevens Point student serves community children with summer internship

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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point senior Jessica Enstad has always had a passion for working with children and for serving and helping others. This summer, she was able to put that enthusiasm into practice through an internship at the Boys & Girls Club of Portage County, serving as director of the Madison View Extension club in […]

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UW-Stevens Point ranked #2 in Best Colleges for Education Majors

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The education program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has been ranked as second in the nation according to Study.com. The site’s Best Colleges for Education Majors list ranked UW-Stevens Point’s education program highly for program outcomes, graduation and retention rates, advising services, student organization opportunities and vast program options. “The UW-Stevens Point School of […]

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First year of UW-Stevens Point Health Careers Camp introduces students to future careers

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Area high school students got a behind-the-scenes look at potential future jobs during the UW-Stevens Point Health Careers Camp, sponsored by Marshfield Clinic Health System, June 11-14, 2019. The 17 students are completing exploration rotations at medical facilities including Marshfield Medical Center, Medical College of Wisconsin and Bridge Community Health Clinic in Wausau, as well […]

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UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield offering new programs

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MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WSAW) — Education is arguably one of the most valuable assets to a community. The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus in Marshfield is increasing their education opportunities. [Watch Video] And its new MBA program is proof. Lyna Matesi is an assistant professor and also the director of the MBA program. “It can be […]

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Students honored on spring 2019 CPS Dean’s List

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Dean's List

The grades for the 2019 spring semester are in and a total of 459 students had a GPA over 3.75, including 178 with a perfect 4.0, to earn dean’s list honors at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Professional Studies. Congratulations to all! Dean’s List by major (number of 4.0): Accounting: 26 (11) Athletic […]

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UW-Stevens Point students selected for Health Scholars Program

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Both students and the community will benefit from a new scholarship partnership between the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Marshfield Clinic Health System that aims to support, educate and train aspiring health care professionals in Central Wisconsin. Starting this fall, 10 students will take part in the UW-Stevens Point Health Scholars Program, sponsored by Marshfield […]

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Internship Expo a huge hit for School of Business and Economics

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For the first time ever, every School of Business and Economics intern presented about their experience at our inaugural Internship Expo on May 7, 2019. All 43 interns shared what they learned, how they used specific courses at their internship, and how they met goals during their time. [Photo Gallery | Watch Video] The event […]

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ROTC scholarship reaches endowment mark thanks to Reeder’s Ruck

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“Alex ordered up some great weather!” He sure did as it was an awesome day for nearly 50 participants to ruck, walk and run along the Wisconsin River and through the Stevens Point Sculpture Park for the fifth annual Reeder’s Ruck on May 4, 2019. Many thanks to the dozens of UW-Stevens Point ROTC cadets and […]

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