Inside UW-Green Bay News
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Communicating Belonging
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For many families, the first real conversation about college doesn’t happen in a classroom. It begins around a dining-room table, moves quickly to “next steps,” and often leads to stepping foot on campus—walking the grounds, asking questions, and trying to imagine what life might look like here. Student ambassadors leading UW-Green Bay campus tours patiently field questions about housing, food and campus life—and in…
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UW-Green Bay Mourns the Loss of Professor Emeritus Clifford Abbott
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Career information and photos provided by Deb Anderson, UW-Green Bay Archives The University of Wisconsin–Green Bay was sad to learn of the passing of Professor Emeritus Clifford Abbott, whose more than four decades of service at UW-Green Bay profoundly shaped both the University and the broader region. From his arrival in 1974 until his retirement…
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As Wisconsin’s population ages, UW-Green Bay offers hundreds of courses for older adults
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For $150 a year, community members can take classes on everything from physics and history to cooking and line dancing BY BEATRICE LAWRENCE As a retired family doctor, 76-year-old Norm Schroeder knows a thing or two about how to live a healthy life. That’s why, for the last eight years, he’s been keeping his mind and…
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Viral right-wing post ‘misrepresented’ UWGB ICE policy, university says | Green Bay Press Gazette
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By: Nadia Scharf University of Wisconsin-Green Bay officials say an email from the university to address student concerns about immigration enforcement was misrepresented in a viral right-wing social media post. The email, signed by UWGB Police Chief Tony Decker, clarifies that UWGB will not provide information on students or staff’s immigration status unless required by law and that ICE…
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Schneider announces leadership change; UWGB graduate named president and CEO | WBAY
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By: WBAY News Staff GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – Schneider National has announced a leadership change set to take place in July. On July 1st, president and CEO Mark Rourke, who has served in the role since 2019, will become the executive chairman of the board of directors. To fill that role, Schneider’s board of directors…
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Redesigning the Path Forward: Higher Ed Meets Workforce Demand |The Evolution
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By: Mark Bernhard | Vice Provost for Continuing and Lifelong Education, North Carolina State University Higher education institutions have long navigated the dual mission of advancing knowledge while preparing students for the workforce. Since the Morrill Act of 1862 established land-grant colleges to teach agriculture and mechanical arts alongside classical studies, American universities have been expected to…
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Dedicated supporters help maintain World Fest | Eagle Herald
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By Penny Mullins The multi-cultural, international music that reached into area classrooms and the community will continue, thanks to a collection of dedicated local supporters. World Fest Marinette/Menominee was conceived in 2022 to serve as the home base for a regional music program offered through Arts Midwest, a nonprofit organization funded through the National Endowment…
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UW-Green Bay: Elizabeth, Community Health Education Major Video
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Majoring in Community Health Education at UW-Green Bay has saved Elizabeth a lot of money with the flexible online class options. Her confidence has soared after completing a semester-long hands-on practicum at the Fond du Lac County Health Department. Elizabeth feels confident after her semester-long hands-on practicum experience at the Fond du Lac County Health…
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Aspiro Receives UW-Green Bay’s Council of Trustees Community Service Award
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 30, 2026 Capital Credit Union CEO Laurie Butz Appointed to UW-Green Bay Council of Trustees Green Bay, WI—During the UW-Green Bay winter Council of Trustees reception and dinner this week, Aspiro was presented with the Community Service Award in recognition of their substantial contributions to communities in Northeast Wisconsin. Additionally, Capital Credit Union…