Lawrence University is set to host the inaugural New North ESG Summit on May 2, bringing together corporate and community leaders in northeast Wisconsin to delve into the realm of sustainability and the significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices."We are ecstatic to be collaborating with New North on this ESG Summit," expressed Carter Robinson, Lawrence’s sustainability coordinator. "Creating space for learning and discussion is what institutions of higher learning specialize in, so it is exciting to work with an organization that is facilitating...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
Lawrence University senior Safiya Grant, a biology major from Jamaica, impressed judges and audiences alike as she finished in the money at The Pitch, a shark-tank-style competition for college students in northeast Wisconsin. Grant's innovative pitch centered around Muse, an all-natural skin-care line tailored for women of color.Grant expressed her passion for the industry, stating, "I have always been interested in skin care and the business aspect of the skin care industry." Her entrepreneurial journey began at a young age, crafting her own skincare products and...
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Titan track and field teams are eagerly anticipating the upcoming 2025 outdoor season, as construction for a new track at Titan Stadium has officially commenced. The groundbreaking event on April 24 marked the beginning of this significant development for the university's athletic programs.According to the announcement, the construction of the new track is progressing well and is scheduled to be finished by August. This advancement is met with enthusiasm from the track and field community at UWO, as expressed by the statement, "The...
On April 23, 2024, Sarah Schettle, a distinguished alumna of Oshkosh West High School, was honored as the recipient of the 2024 Oshkosh West High School Distinguished Alumni Award. The award, presented annually to alumni who have demonstrated excellence in their work, personal accomplishments, or service to others, recognizes individuals who have maintained a high standard of excellence.During the award ceremony, Sarah Schettle shared insights from her professional journey within the medical field, particularly her specialization in treating mechanical circulatory support...
The plan moving forward is a clear demonstration of a commitment to sustainability, form and function,” said Library Director Sarah Neises.“Students will be so excited to see a building designed with them in mind,” Neises said. “With its layout facilitating access to tutoring, library resources and many entrances, the revitalized library is poised to emerge as a focal point for academic achievement.”“For decades, Polk Library has been a haven for collaboration and discovery at UWO, and that function and identity will only be enhanced within the reimagined library,”...
The design for a next-generation library at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is taking shape and moving forward, with a hybrid renovation-and-new-construction option for UWO’s current Polk Library advancing in the planning processes. Library Director Sarah Neises expressed excitement about the project, stating, “The plan moving forward is a clear demonstration of a commitment to sustainability, form and function.” Neises also highlighted the student-centered approach of the design, mentioning, “Students will be so excited to see a building designed with them in mind.”...
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...