Author: Kristin Bouchard
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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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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…
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UW-Green Bay Mourns the Passing of Robert “Bob” J. Bauer
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The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay mourns the passing of, Dean Emeritus Bob Bauer, who passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026. In 1969, Bob was named director of bands for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (UWGB) where he also chaired the Music program and guided the Music Program to accreditation with the National Association of…
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UW-Green Bay Celebrates Topping Out of Cofrin Technology & Education Center
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 7, 2026 GREEN BAY, Wis. – With deep appreciation for the workers and partners bringing a new chapter of UW‑Green Bay’s future to life, the University held a Topping Out Ceremony for the Cofrin Technology and Education Center (CTEC) at 11 a.m. today. Chancellor Michael Alexander, representatives from Engberg Anderson Architects, Miron Construction and a group…