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The collaborative combines the power of the state’s universities with partners from government, industry and local communities to solve freshwater issues and train the next generation of freshwater scientists.

UW-Eau Claire and UW Oshkosh received a $1.6 million joint award from the National Science Foundation under a program called “Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development” (GRANTED).

When the Rapidan Dam near Mankato, Minnesota, suffered a catastrophic flood event in late June 2024, a team of regional earth scientists took quick action to document the major changes taking place on the Blue Earth River.

For Dr. Thomas Kemp, professor of economics at UW-Eau Claire and a lifelong skateboarder, the community connection between skate parks and their users posed a unique research opportunity for himself and some interested economics students.

Seeley, a 1999 UW-Eau Claire illustration graduate, hits it big in TV with a science fiction series based on his comic series "Revival."

Thanks to the collaboration agreement between UW-Eau Claire and Mayo Clinic Health System, an interdisciplinary Blugold research project recently received key financial support that can take it to the next level.

Nearly 1,600 graduates will receive their degrees from UW-Eau Claire on May 17. Among them will be this year’s seven graduates of the Blugold Biomedical Innovator Scholars program.

When graduating senior Dylan Berry says his time at UWEC was 'a very packed 4 years,' he is underselling his accomplishments. The biomedical engineering major also completed two minors, multiple research projects and publications, took part in two student organizations and will graduate from the Crosby Honors College.

Sam Consiglio, a geography major and student body president at UW-Eau Claire, has been deeply involved in campus leadership, research and fostering community. With a passion for urban planning, she plans to pursue a master's degree and continues to inspire others through her work and commitment to inclusivity and service.

Junior biochemistry/molecular biology major Rachel Stein shares her study abroad experience from Spain. From how she worked a full semester abroad into her graduation plan to her five favorite things about Spain, she shares it all to help other Blugolds enjoy the international experience.

Faith Black, a recent alum of the Mark Stephen Cosby Honors College with a rehabilitation science major, has demonstrated dedication through her work with the community, research and leadership roles in the honors college. She is preparing for a doctorate in physical therapy while making a lasting impact on her community and peers.

The new initiative allows UW-Eau Claire students to travel to surrounding school districts and spend the day learning about the challenges and opportunities in small school districts.