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Pointer Cadet in Montenegro

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By Cadet Alexander Reeder, UW-Stevens Point Pointer Battalion I have spent an amazing time in the Balkan country of Montenegro. This beautiful country, known for its rolling black mountains and breathtaking valleys–both of which I have traveled through–has been my home these past days and weeks. I have made inseparable friendships with both fellow cadets […]

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Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners Learning Center Trek

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Lisa Ebert, a human and community resources graduate candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, participated in the Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners Learning Center Trek February 17–26, 2013.  The W/NP Learning Center Trek brings Wisconsin volunteers to Nicaragua to teach classes in various skills such as sewing, crafts, carpentry, electricity and cooking. The volunteers traveled to three […]

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Relevant read

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I just finished reading Bright Lights, Big City by Jay McInerney. Set in New York City, you become a character working in the office of a popular magazine. You see the rise and fall of your life in a big city, and watch as everything glorious and gold crumbles away until all that’s left is […]

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Schmies takes over as head of the School of Physical Education & Athletic Training

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Holly Schmies, Ph.D. was appointed as the associate dean and department head of the UW-Stevens Point School of Physical Education & Athletic Training, announced College of Professional Studies Dean Marty Loy. Schmies, an clinical assistant professor, is in her 13th year as the director of UW-Stevens Point Athletic Training Education Program. “This is an exciting […]

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UWSP group attends AAFCS National Conference

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UW-Stevens Point had six representatives attend the 104th annual American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) National Conference in Houston, Texas June 26-29. The conference featured more than 700 family and consumer sciences and allied professionals who shared their strategies and research that help individuals and families thrive in times of change and transition. […]

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Goodbyes are never easy

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Today was the last day of school at the National Institute for Special Education – School for the Vision Impaired. The participants of this incredible trip choked back tears for two days as we said our farewells to the staff on Wednesday and then learners on Thursday. The emotions flowed freely throughout the lodge as […]

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Door County Welcomes You!

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Coming to you live from poolside Fish Creek, Wis. The sun’s hot, the sky is blue, and it finally feels like summertime. …Summertime. The restaurant we come to for one of the best meals I’ve ever eating. Ahi Tuna. A soy sauce marinade and sesame seed coating and pickled ginger and wasabi on the side. […]

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Elena Brower and audio books

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I’ve become obsessed with finding audio books online and listening fervently while biking (don’t try this at home kids), and walking virtually everywhere I go! I found an app for my phone, Note Everything, where I can … Note Everything! I love taking notes while taking strolls. I’ve read three books in the last three […]

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CPS announces dean’s list for spring 2013

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Another successful semester is in the books at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as the College of Professional Studies dean’s list was announced. A total of 492 students earned a GPA over 3.75, including 152 with a perfect 4.0, to earn dean’s list honors. Congratulations to all! Students with 4.0 by major: Elementary Education: 47 Special […]

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