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WIPZ open house gets the word out
Campus internet radio station offers a variety of programming posted: 02-08-2012
Black History Month: A visit from Ida B. Wells
If you don’t know civic rights activist Ida B. Wells’ story, here’s your opportunity to “meet” her & hear about her work to end discrimination in the post-Civil War South. Join us for living history! posted: 02-08-2012
During spring semester: Holocaust survivors here
Holocaust survivors shine the light of knowledge on one of the darkest eras in history during visits to English professor Carole Vopat’s classes this semester. Mark your calendar now! posted: 02-08-2012
Colors of the Day: Golf course (& Ranger) green
Today’s colors: Keep your eye on the red dot on the ball, slow back swing, pause, keep your eye on the ball, nice easy swing, shift your weight from the back foot to the front foot. Repeat. posted: 02-08-2012
UW-Parkside students earn TMAC scholarships
Two UW-Parkside students are the latest to receive TMAC scholarships, funds that will not only help them succeed at the university but also help them meet the people who can advance their careers. posted: 02-07-2012
Distance Learning: Manion teaches in Sarajevo
The Grolier Online Atlas says Kenosha is 4,937 miles (7,948 kilometers) from Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina. Undaunted by distance, Mike Manion recently traveled to that European capital to teach. posted: 02-07-2012
Wednesday: Global ed, black history, music & chaos
From the first Noon Concert and Science Night programs of 2012 to great global education opportunities for students and great African American literature brought to life, Wednesday’s agenda is packed! posted: 02-07-2012
Colors of the Day: Red sky at night
Today’s colors: A sky awash with a painter’s palate. posted: 02-07-2012
Colors of the Day: Alumni Day 2012
Today’s colors: Parkside Pride, Alumni Edition posted: 02-06-2012
Parkside alumni “tailgate” Saturday at SAC
It was a great weekend to tailgate at UW-Parkside and our alumni turned out in force. Alumni Association chief Peppy O’Neill reports on Saturday’s soiree. posted: 02-06-2012
Parkside seeks to save through energy efficiency
Kenosha News chronicles UW-Parkside energy saving efforts. posted: 02-06-2012
Chaos theory’s ins/outs explored at Science Night.
One of the sciences’ most popular—and chaotic—branches is the topic of the Feb. 8 Science Night. posted: 02-06-2012
Message From Chancellor Ford
Campus-wide email on status of threat investigation posted: 02-03-2012
Black History Month kicks off, continues at UW-P
UW-Parkside’s celebration of Black History Month started with an afternoon of music, dance, and poetry. It continues with words of African American authors and a visit from a civil rights pioneer. posted: 02-02-2012
“Rita” makes her grand entrance to Kenosha society
UW-Parkside students, faculty, and staff aren’t the only ones excited about the opening of the Rita Tallent Picken Center for Arts and Humanities. Here’s what a local reporter said about “The Rita.” posted: 02-02-2012
New Ranger @ Play features Jim Koch
The new edition of the eMagazine Ranger @ Play featuring legendary wrestling coach Jim Koch is now online. Check it out today. posted: 02-02-2012
Ford to campus: "We will not tolerate hate"
Update: Campus rallies against threats and intolerance. posted: 02-02-2012
Starts today: 5th International Photo Contest
Have a photo of an exotic place, a photo of a colorful ceremony or festival, a photo of fascinating people? Show off your photographic artistry during the 5th annual International Photo Contest. posted: 02-01-2012
Help wanted: Worldfest wants your ideas
In March, the world is coming to UW-Parkside! In order for Worldfest 2012 to be truly spectacular, we need your ideas, your participation, and epicurean adventurousness. Click here for details. posted: 02-01-2012
Spring semester Safe Zone training starts in Feb.
Interested in being a LGBTQ ally? The UW-Parkside LGBTQ Resource Center is offering Safe Zone training during spring semester. posted: 01-31-2012
Bilingual event brings diversity leadership praise
A letter of praise on the university’s successful January Bilingual Open House. posted: 01-31-2012
(A letter to) Chancellor Deborah L. Ford
posted: 01-31-2012
Women of Color Award call for nominations
“And the winner of the UW System Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award is…” You can help determine the UW-Parkside person who receives this award by nominating a worthy candidate now. posted: 01-31-2012
Governor Walker seeks “non-trad” student regent
Could a UW-Parkside student be the next non-traditional student rep. on the UW System Board of Regents? Tell your students about this opportunity. posted: 01-31-2012
The Rita: “It’s home.”
“The Rita” had her public debut Saturday, Jan. 28, and the reviews were nothing short of spectacular. Hundreds of people came to campus to see the new arts and humanities center and left impressed. posted: 01-30-2012
A message from Chan. Ford: “Bravo & Thank You”
posted: 01-30-2012
UW-Parkside celebrates Black History Month
Black History Month begins Wednesday, Feb. 1. UW-Parkside’s celebration for Black History Month begins the same day and continues during the month. Here are the details. posted: 01-30-2012
Archives photo featured in national publication
Everyone likes recognition and the UW-Parkside Library’s Archives Department recently received recognition from its national organization for a unique photo. posted: 01-30-2012
New Web Page for Faculty and Staff
There’s a new place on the web dedicated solely to you: the faculty and the staff at UW-Parkside! Read all about it here! posted: 01-30-2012
Ebeid to SBT: “Expand our international footprint”
Global educational experiences and creating opportunities for UW-Parkside students to study beyond the campus’—beyond the country’s—border was on the agenda of Monday’s SBT advisory board meeting. posted: 01-27-2012
“Fountain of the Future” shines on Fox 6 News
Coca-Cola’s sleek new beverage dispenser brought news crews to the Student Center Thursday and soft drink vending at UW-Parkside may never be the same! posted: 01-27-2012
UW-Parkside “Wargamers” want your pens for charity
Have an old pen, Magic Marker, mechanical pencil (those things never work), or other writing instrument you don’t want? Most of us have dozens of them. Give them to PAW and help ailing children play. posted: 01-24-2012
SBT advisory board meeting Part 1: PAMA's pitch
UW-Parkside marketing students make “The Pitch” to SBT advisory board members who could make “The Buy” during Monday’s meeting. “The Sales” made there will help students attend a national conference. posted: 01-24-2012
SBT, Ranger Link take UW-P message on the road
Nine UW-Parkside students sharpened their skills, got first-hand experience, and enlightened the next generation of university students during the fall. Here’s how. posted: 01-20-2012
Galleries welcome African art, African artist
African art from the collection of a local enthusiast and art from a native who creates, among other things, “belly bowls” and “gut balls.” The exhibitions begin in January at UW-Parkside. posted: 01-17-2012
UW-Parkside seeks 2012 alumni award nominees
Who will receive the 2012 UW-Parkside Distinguished Alumni Achievement and Distinguished Alumni Service Awards? You can help answer that question but you must act by Feb. 15, 2012. posted: 12-23-2011
Tell the HS students you know: spring ACT classes
English, reading, science reasoning, and mathematics don't have to cause problems when high schools students take the ACT exam. UW-Parkside can help you do your very best on THE TEST. posted: 12-21-2011
UW-Parkside classes help students best ACT test
English, reading, science reasoning, and mathematics don't have to cause problems when high schools students take the ACT exam. UW-Parkside can help you do your very best on THE TEST. posted: 12-13-2011