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School of Business and Economics Awards Scholarships

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The UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics handed out 42 student scholarships as well as multiple awards to students and faculty at its 2018 Awards Reception sponsored by Associated Bank Friday, April 20 in the Dreyfus University Center Laird Room. [Photo Gallery] The School of Business and Economics is accredited by the Association to […]

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Student Research: The Impact of the Built Environment on Residents with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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Providing a comfortable and meaningful living environment for seniors affected by Alzheimer’s in a relaxed, home-like atmosphere is an important goal for many health care organizations. UW-Stevens Point senior interior architecture student Abbey Johnson shared her design to meet this goal at the 17th Annual UW System Symposium for Undergraduate Research, Scholarly and Creative Activity […]

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School of Health Promotion and Human Development Awards Presented

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The UW-Stevens Point School of Health Promotion and Human Development presented nearly $15,000 in scholarships at its 2018 Awards Reception Thursday, April 19 in the College of Professional Studies Building. [Photo Gallery] Donor Speaker: Professor Emeritus John Munson John created the first academic wellness program in the United States at UW-Stevens Point. He led the […]

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The (Madyson) Main Reason: 2018 CPS Heroes Award

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Demonstrating consistent determination to serve the greater good and those in need, Madyson Main helps UW-Stevens Point students access their education through the Disability and Assistive Technology Center. She also traveled to a special needs orphanage in Romania to work with children with severe physical, mental and emotional challenges. For helping those in need on […]

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2018 UWSP College of Professional Studies Faculty Heroes Award: Annie Wetter

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As a founding member and president of Portage County Can, Annie Wetter, Ph.D., guides the organization to improve the well-being of the community through development of partnerships that promote healthy eating and active living. Her passion and energy pulls the community together with UW-Stevens Point students who share their talents. For her efforts, the professor […]

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Research in the Rotunda: Understanding Employability

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Central Wisconsin employers want the right fit for their organization and students are looking make themselves marketable in the workforce. UW-Stevens Point business administration senior Jordan Stuart presented his research on “Understanding Employability: A Mixed Methods Study of Hiring Decisions in Central Wisconsin” at the 15th annual Research in the Rotunda event Wednesday, April 11, at […]

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2018 School of Communication Sciences and Disorders Awards

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The UW-Stevens Point School of Communication Sciences and Disorders presented nearly $20,000 in scholarships at its 2018 Awards Reception Saturday, April 7 in the Dreyfus University Center Alumni Room. [Photo Gallery] A School Tradition: The School of Communication Sciences and Disorders developed the tradition of giving student and alumni awards in 1967 and expanded that […]

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2018 School of Health Care Professions Awards Reception

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The UW-Stevens Point School of Health Care Professions handed out dean’s awards and scholarships at its 2018 Awards Reception Friday, April 6 in the CPS Café. [Photo Gallery] Dean’s Awards Athletic Training Outstanding Junior: Casandra Klubertanz Outstanding Seniors: Jacqueline Keating and Jarret Byrnes Clinical Laboratory Science – Medical Technology Outstanding First Year: Makayla Beggs Outstanding […]

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Mason Czaikowski: ​Internships provide experience, often lead to jobs

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Mason Czaikowski grew up in Stevens Point and wants to stay in the community. Going to the local university made sense economically and gave him a learning experience at a local business. “I grew up here. I like the community. I really want a career here. The university was a great fit. I was conscious […]

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IA Student Portfolios Featured in Design Textbook

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Creating a professional portfolio is one of the final aspects of the interior architecture (IA) program at UW-Stevens Point. The senior portfolio, which is completed just before graduation, prepares students to present their best work to prospective employers. Portfolio work by six IA students from the class of 2014–Courtney MacDonald ’14, Rachel Eggert ’14, Kalie […]

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