University of Wisconsin-Stout
Recent News About University of Wisconsin-Stout
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Cybersecurity leader Holly Yuan honored with national academic award
Professor Holly Yuan from the University of Wisconsin-Stout has been awarded the Visionary Academic Leadership Award at the 14th annual Cyber Security Summit.
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UW-Stout launches B.S. degree exploring cultural impact of gaming
A new academic program at the University of Wisconsin-Stout will soon offer students a Bachelor of Science in game and media studies.
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UW-Stout students recognized for contributions to tackling food waste and safety
Two students from the University of Wisconsin-Stout have been recognized for their contributions to food science.
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New center at UW-Stout supports manufacturing growth through advanced technology
Small and midsize manufacturers in Wisconsin and Minnesota have a new resource to aid their growth and success.
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UW-Stout partners with Chippewa Valley Bean for agricultural water use research
The collaboration between Chippewa Valley Bean and the University of Wisconsin-Stout (UW-Stout) is advancing research on water usage in agriculture. The project, known as Crop Per Drop, aims to optimize irrigation practices for kidney bean growers in Wisconsin, reducing strain on freshwater resources while boosting yields and prices.
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UW-Stout integrates restaurant management into curriculum with new café initiative
For students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, working at Fireside Café is more than just a job; it is an integral part of their education.
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Student's anxiety-inspired sculpture featured at Rassbach Museum
What if emotions could take form and be seen? Renae van der Hagen, an industrial design student at UW-Stout, explores this concept with her sculpture "Disquiet Dream." The piece is a towering 15-foot deer with stilted legs and antlers spanning 10 feet. Its menacing appearance symbolizes anxiety, inspired by van der Hagen's vivid dream.
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UW-Stout prepares for vibrant homecoming celebration with alumni and community
Blue Devil alumni, families, and supporters are set to gather at the University of Wisconsin-Stout from October 24 to 26 for homecoming celebrations. The event will feature traditional activities such as a downtown parade and a football game, alongside an open house showcasing the university's polytechnic advantage.
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UW-Stout moves M.S. counseling program online amid counselor shortage
The University of Wisconsin-Stout is transitioning its Master of Science in school counseling program to an entirely online format starting in the fall of 2025. This change aims to address the shortage of qualified school counselors, particularly in rural areas. Assistant Professor Riley Drake explained that the move is designed to make education more accessible for those who cannot travel to campus.
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UW-Stout prehealth graduates advance to medical careers across North America
The Jarvis Hall Science Wing at UW-Stout, dedicated in 2010 and hailed as a premier science facility by former Governor Jim Doyle, has proven its worth. Graduates from the university's Prehealth Sciences program have successfully pursued careers in various professional health fields, including medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry.
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UW-Stout opens high-tech golf center honoring Pat Kell
The University of Wisconsin-Stout has unveiled the new Pat Kell Golf Center, an indoor facility aimed at enhancing the training and learning experience for its golf teams and students majoring in golf enterprise management. Located within the Recreation Complex, this center features advanced technology, including two monitors that provide real-time swing and ball data, along with simulators for year-round practice.
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UW-Stout receives $125K grant to boost defense supply chain cybersecurity
In the United States, half of small- and medium-sized manufacturers are reported to lack basic cybersecurity controls, posing a significant national concern for those working with the Department of Defense. To address this issue, UW-Stout has received a federal grant of $124,555 from the U.S. Department of Defense Cyber Service Academy. This funding will support the creation of ACCESS, an AI-powered cloud system aimed at enhancing cybersecurity education and compliance.
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Early childhood educator Lindsay Barnhart receives national adviser award
Representatives from 24 universities recently gathered at UW-Stout for the Phi Upsilon Omicron Conclave, organized by student members of the university's Tau Chapter. The conclave took place from October 3-5 and included presentations, workshops, a community service project, and an awards ceremony.
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UW-Stout students collaborate with businesses on creative projects
The Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery in Menomonie recently unveiled three cow sculptures at a twine-cutting ceremony, marking the end of a yearlong collaboration with UW-Stout. The life-size Holstein cows, crafted from stainless steel pipes and sheeting, are part of the creamery's sustainability efforts. "This project really shows what we’re about at Stout as a polytechnic university," stated Chancellor Katherine Frank.
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Students gain hands-on robotics experience at UW-Stout's advanced industrial course
A robotic arm swings across a platform, stops, and lowers its wrist to pick up a small wooden block with its vacuum grip. The wrist rises and the arm pivots, stops, and lowers again to place the block on top of another, forming the second row of a pyramid.
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UW-Stout custodians receive University Staff Excellence Program Award
When students at UW-Stout enter a classroom, lab, or residence hall, they encounter clean and orderly spaces. This is due to the efforts of 54 custodians who maintain 32 buildings and 2.24 million square feet of space.
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Indian Motorcycle donates engines to UW-Stout mechanical engineering program
Students in the mechanical engineering program at UW-Stout will soon be hearing the familiar motorsport phrase, "Start your engines!" Two new Indian Motorcycle engines, one air-cooled and one liquid-cooled, have been donated to the program by Polaris. This donation includes a collection of associated components and is part of a project led by Professor Devin Berg. Berg is developing an engine testing system and stand for in-class demonstrations and lab experiments.
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Average cost of college went up for students in Dunn County in 2022-23 school year
College tuition fees rose 0.9% in Dunn County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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Jason Schmitt named new dean at UW-Stout's College of Arts
A new dean has been appointed at the College of Arts and Human Sciences at UW-Stout. Jason Schmitt, who began his tenure in August, was named to the position by Glendalí Rodríguez, UW-Stout provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs.
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UW-Stout announces diverse lineup of fall arts events
The University of Wisconsin-Stout has announced a diverse lineup of arts and humanities events for the fall season. These events include visual arts exhibitions, theater performances, concerts, literary discussions, and cultural exchanges.