Tag Archives: first-year student tips

Why You Should Take Summer Classes

Hey, current and future Pointers! I hope you’re having a great vacation so far! Today, I wanted to talk to you about why you should take summer classes. This summer will be my first-time taking summer courses, so I am excited to tell you about the benefits that come with summer classes.   It allows […]

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We Asked YOU Answered! – Student Highlights of the Semester!

Congratulations, you made it through the semester! The snow is finally gone and the sun is fighting its way through to greet us with summer vacation. Another year has gone by, which means the end of some of our favorite events and opportunities. What better way to end the semester than to hear from the […]

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An Interview with Tony Babl, Chief of Police and Director of Parking Services

Police can seem elusive and maybe even scary, especially in today’s world. However, when I sat down with Chief of Police and Director of Parking Services, Tony Babl, we set out to break that stereotype and reiterate the departments mission which is: “Police and Security Services is committed to providing University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point students, faculty […]

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Why Should Should Choose a Double Degree or Double Major

By Hannah Danczyk   Hey, current and future Pointers! Did you come to college, or are going to college with many interests that you wanted to pursue? Having a double major or double degree may be right for you! What’s the difference? Double majors consist of one bachelor’s degree with two majors within the same […]

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UW-Stevens Point’s Field Stations

Did you know UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) owns three field stations? From the Northwoods to right on campus, the field stations play a vital role for students in the College of Natural Resources (CNR). For CNR students, a summer field experience is a requirement for graduation. What is summer field experience? It allows students to learn […]

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