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Four Lawrence students, recent graduates going abroad with prestigious 2024 Fulbright awards

By Fox Cities News | Apr 24, 2024

Four Lawrence University students and recent graduates have been honored with the prestigious 2024 Fulbright Scholarships, providing them with the opportunity to study or teach abroad. Among the recipients are senior Jonathan Bass, Gunner Bauer, Miri Villerius, and Ayla Walther.Jonathan Bass, a double degree student in music performance and French and francophone studies, expressed his excitement about returning to Paris with the Fulbright-Harriet Hale Woolley Award in the Arts. He will pursue a graduate degree in piano performance at the Ecole Normale de Musique de...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Waupaca County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Waupaca County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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FDA conducted inspection of 1 company in cities located in Winnebago County in Q4 2023

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Winnebago County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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UWO Students Shine at Culver’s Business Model Competition

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh student Shane Kinson has proven that bright ideas have the potential to become successful businesses. At the recent Culver’s Business Model Competition, Kinson's innovative business model for his NoiseStil technology captured the attention of judges and earned him top honors.Kinson, an audio production/music business major, showcased his entry, NoiseStil, which is a pair of specialty noise-canceling headphones designed for autistic individuals. His headphones aim to help autistic individuals better integrate into the workplace by expanding...

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Waupaca County in week ending Apr. 20

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Waupaca County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lawrence University to Honor Nine Outstanding Alumni with 2024 Alumni Awards

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

Lawrence University is gearing up to celebrate the achievements of nine distinguished alumni at the upcoming Reunion 2024 event. Among the honorees are individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and communities.One of the recipients, Donald Brunnquell ’74, will be posthumously awarded the George B. Walter ’36 Service to Society Award. Brunnquell, a licensed psychologist with a special interest in pediatric psychology and bioethics, dedicated his career to ethics in clinical and counseling psychology. Sadly, he passed away in December...

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Two-day symposium showcases 100 UW Oshkosh students’ research

By Fox Cities News | Apr 23, 2024

A two-day symposium at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh will showcase the research and artistic projects of 100 students, spanning various disciplines and areas of study. The event, known as the Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Activity (COSCA), will take place on Wednesday, April 24, and Thursday, April 25, at Reeve Memorial Union.According to Stephen Kercher, interim director of the Office of Student Research and Creative Activity, this year's COSCA will feature a special focus on graduate students in the College of Nursing. Kercher stated, “Nursing DNP and...

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Outagamie County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q4 2023

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Outagamie County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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UWO Software Engineering Students Develop Airport-Logging App for Pilots

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh software engineering students have successfully developed an airport-logging app for pilots, aiming to provide a convenient way for aviators to track their airport stops. The application, FWAPPA!, an acronym for Fly Wisconsin Airport Passport Program App, was the result of a class project led by Michael Rogers and his CS341 class.Alex Ceithamer, a senior student involved in the project, expressed the significance of this real-world application development experience, stating, "Working on an app that will have real users was definitely a big...

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College students to compete for $50K in The Pitch, a startup business pitch competition

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

College students from five colleges and universities in northeast Wisconsin are gearing up to compete for $50,000 in prize money at The Pitch, a startup business pitch competition set to take place on April 24 at The Fox Club at Fox Cities Stadium. The annual event, organized by Fox Connection, aims to enhance entrepreneurial education and opportunity for students in the region.According to Fox Connection, the competition will follow a shark-tank-style format, beginning at 4 p.m., with doors opening at 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, welcoming a...

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UWO Software Engineering Students Develop Airport-Logging App for Pilots

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh software engineering students have developed an app to assist pilots in tracking their airport stops. The app, named FWAPPA! (Fly Wisconsin Airport Passport Program App!), was created by a group of students in Michael Rogers' class as a class project.Senior Alex Ceithamer expressed his excitement about working on a real-world app, stating, “Working on an app that will have real users was definitely a big change from the usual labs and projects I’ve completed in my classes.”The app is linked to a database containing Wisconsin airports and...

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Fascination with space leads Lawrence senior Charlie Bunch to International Space University

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

Lawrence University senior, Charlie Bunch, is set to embark on a new chapter in her academic journey by enrolling in the International Space University in Strasbourg, France. The biochemistry major, hailing from Ann Arbor, Michigan, has always harbored a fascination with space and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.During her undergraduate studies, Bunch delved into the world of microscopic species that thrive in extreme environments, akin to conditions found on other planets. She expressed her passion for exploring the potential forms of life on other planets,...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lawrence mourns passing of trustee emeritus Robert Schaupp, longtime supporter of Bjorklunden

By Fox Cities News | Apr 22, 2024

Lawrence University is mourning the loss of Robert “Bob” Schaupp ’51, a trustee emeritus who passed away at the age of 95 on April 15. Schaupp, a longtime supporter of Lawrence University, played a pivotal role in various capacities, including his significant contributions to Björklunden, the university’s Door County retreat.Schaupp's dedication to Lawrence spanned over four decades, during which he served in several key roles. He was remembered by Cal Husmann, senior principal gifts officer, who remarked, "Bob made an impact on his alma mater in a way and degree to which...

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2 companies in cities within Calumet County received two inspections in Q4 2023

By Fox Cities News | Apr 21, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Calumet County that received two FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Waupaca County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Fox Cities News | Apr 21, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Waupaca County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Fox Cities News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Fox Cities News | Apr 21, 2024

These former Fox Cities News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Fox Cities News area weekly mass times

By Fox Cities News | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Fox Cities News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Fox Cities News | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Physics research leads Lawrence junior Joseph Carpenter to being named a Goldwater Scholar

By Fox Cities News | Apr 18, 2024

Lawrence University junior Joseph Carpenter has been awarded the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship for his outstanding work in the fields of mathematics and physics. Carpenter, a double major in mathematics and physics, is the latest Lawrence student to receive this esteemed honor, following in the footsteps of past recipients.Carpenter's achievement comes as a result of his dedication to research and collaboration with his mentor, Doug Martin, associate professor of physics. Together, they have developed a research-grade optical microscope that allows for multi-color...