Category Archives: Business and Economics

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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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 at Marshfield student’s long journey leads to living an educational dream

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Lisa Anderson has reached a milestone in her educational journey. The nontraditional student will graduate this spring from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield with a Bachelor of Applied Sciences and Arts degree and has already been accepted as a part-time student in the university’s new Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, which begins […]

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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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CPS students earn UW-Stevens Point Albertson Medallion

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Twelve students from the College of Professional Studies are among the 16 recipients of the 2018-19 Albertson Medallion Award at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. This is the highest award given by our university; less than one percent of the graduating classes has been selected. These students are a select group of graduating seniors who […]

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2019 School of Business and Economics Scholarship Banquet

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The UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics handed out $85,300 in 23 scholarships to 37 students as well as multiple awards to students and faculty at its 2019 Awards Reception sponsored by Associated Bank Friday, April 26 in the Dreyfus University Center Laird Room. [Photo Album] The event also included a special presentation to […]

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Through Sharing Joy, Jose Saul Vasquez earns 2019 CPS Heroes Award

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While overcoming challenges of language differences and poverty, Jose Saul Vasquez has persistently worked to help others less fortunate than himself. Jose has not had an easy path to the UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics. Growing up in the small town of Osicala, El Salvador, Jose did odd jobs to finance the cost […]

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Business students present findings at Research in the Rotunda

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Amidst undergraduate students from around the UW System, UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics students Carly Rhyner ’21 and Tyler Hillery ’19 shared their work with legislators, regents, faculty and fellow student researchers at the 16th annual Research in the Rotunda at the State Capitol in Madison April 17. Rhyner’s research is “The Development […]

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Getting into the business of undergraduate research at UW-Stevens Point

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As a junior majoring in both business administration and finance at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Tyler Hillery has set long-term goals for himself, such as earning a graduate degree and having a career as a business analyst. Hillery is learning the same “grit” that keeps him working toward his goals may also be key […]

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UW-Stevens Point students volunteer to help with tax preparation

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Getting taxes prepared can be, well, taxing. It can also be expensive, and a hardship for low-income families. Help can be found through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, offered in communities across the nation. Each spring, 20-30 students from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point volunteer with VITA through CAP Services in Stevens Point, […]

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