Month: December 2024
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‘Make the Best Decision for Yourself, Not Something that Makes Other People Feel Good for You’ 2024 Grad Speaker Tells Classmates
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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay graduate Brady Reinhard ’24 is wasting no time in putting his experiences as a teacher and student to work. The Class of 2024 Winter Commencement student speaker shared lessons learned in college and life with fellow classmates, family, friends and faculty gathered for the morning commencement ceremony at The Weidner on…
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‘The Purpose of Your Work is to Serve Others,’ Banking Leader Reminds UW-Green Bay Graduates
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With a highly successful career as a banking industry and community leader, Founding Chair and CEO at Nicolet Bankshares Bob Atwell has an arsenal of stories, tips and advice to share with anyone starting their journey. But his overall reminder for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay graduates, friends, family and faculty was simple: “The purpose of…
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UWGB chancellor offers lawmakers a potential solution to enrollment declines | NBC 26
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MADISON — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay could hold part of the solution lawmakers are looking for as they try to address declining enrollment on UW campuses across the state. Outside of the flagship UW-Madison campus, most UW schools have been struggling to attract new students. They’re teetering on the edge of what higher education…
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Transformative Journey at UW-Green Bay: A Spotlight on Student Leadership and Community Engagement
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The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay has long been known as an institution that fosters inclusivity and personal growth among its students. One such student, Aileen Colonia Herdan, shares her transformative journey and goals for the future. On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Herdan will graduate with her Master’s of Science in Management. Coming from a Latina…
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Watch Us Rise: First Nations Studies Graduate and Former Student Regent, Evan Brenkus
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UW-Green Bay student Evan Brenkus wasn’t set on a First Nations Studies degree when he started his education at UW-Green Bay. “My initial idea of what I wanted to do when I graduated was to be a math teacher,” said Brenkus. In high school he took an Oneida Language class which inspired him to continue…
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Watch Us Rise: December 2024 Commencement Details
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the December 2024 Commencement class. Included below is everything you need to know about the Commencement ceremonies being held on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Congratulations to the soon-to-be newest members of the more than 50,000 proud Phoenix alumni! 2024 Winter Commencement Saturday, December 14, 2024 The…
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24th Annual FOCUS Conference Breaks Attendance Record!
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In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, UW-Green Bay’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training Division recently organized and facilitated the FOCUS Conference on November 20 and 21. The conference was held locally in Green Bay at the KI Center and brought in an estimated $389,440 economic impact to the Green Bay community. The…
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DIY: Phoenix snowflakes
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Winter is upon us and a smattering of snowflakes dust the grass. Bring some of the winter cheer indoors (and display your Phoenix Pride) with this Phoenix Snowflake PDF download and instructions from your friendly UW-Green Bay marketing and communication team. UWGB-printable-snowflake Follow these simple steps: Download and print the UWGB-printable-snowflake Fold along the gray…
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An Empowering Voice: Rebecca Stewart’s Journey in Education and Research
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Story by Madalyn E. Paulsen and Mia Perez-Behringer, UW-Green Bay student interns Rebecca Stewart, a UW-Green Bay student and future educator, credits her English classes with helping her rise to become a nationally recognized English student. Supportive instructors can significantly influence a student’s journey and goals. The power of mentorship is evident in the story…
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Tiny Earth Winter Symposium focuses on antibiotic discovery | The Daily News
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GREEN BAY, Wis. — Students from areas across the state and nation will present their findings at the Tiny Earth in Titletown research symposium in the Lambeau Field Atrium from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. The event connects students, parents, faculty and community members from the region and across the country to…