Category: News
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Bold moves and bright futures: The top moments of 2025 at UW-Green Bay
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The last year has been one of big wins, bold moves and unforgettable experiences at UW-Green Bay. From launching innovative programs serving our students and the community to celebrating athletic triumphs, this year was all about momentum and impact. We welcomed record-breaking enrollment and our largest graduating class, witnessed the rise of new partnerships and…
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“This community shows up for you even when you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for.” UW-Green Bay 2025 December class speaker, Raquel Botbyl speaks of courage and staying present
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer UW-Green Bay 2025 December Commencement class speaker and Business major, Raquel Botbyl addressed a packed house at The Weidner, including close to 200 fellow graduates. She spoke of belonging; finding her place, people and success despite uncertainty and setbacks. She encouraged her fellow graduates to “…keep showing up, keep…
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2025 UW-Green Bay December commencement. Celebrating Bold Beginnings
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer Nothing warms a brutally cold Wisconsin day better than the joy, pride and sense of accomplishment felt at Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. At the 112th UW-Green Bay commencement, 506 eligible graduates and their families celebrated bold beginnings with enthusiasm, uncontrollable joy, support and pride. Chancellor Michael Alexander…
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Fulwiler to UW-Green Bay graduates: ‘Get up and throw more passes’
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer Northeast Wisconsin business and community leader Terry Fulwiler shared remarks with UW-Green Bay graduates during the University’s 2025 December afternoon ceremony on December 13. While his unique path in life allowed him to authentically connect with graduates in the areas of engineering, business and healthcare, it was the world…
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‘The most powerful tool in the universe is the human soul on fire’: Oneida Nation member Norbert Hill shares inspiring wisdom with Class of 2025
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer Norbert S. Hill, Jr. retired Area Director of Education and Training for the Oneida Nation, reminded graduates, their families and guests that life gives us more than experiences. It also gives us perspective, interesting observations and wisdom worth sharing. Hill returned to the University as the December 2025 Commencement…
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Breaking down barriers and changing the world. UW-Green Bay 2025 December class speaker James Harris ignites a fire for fellow graduates.
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer With humility and humor, UW-Green Bay 2025 December Commencement class speaker, James Harris, a dual major in Political Science and Democracy and Justice Studies shared encouragement and hope for the future with the class of 2025 at UW-Green Bay’s morning Commencement Ceremony. Harris spoke of the support he received…
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Last-minute gifts for the UWGB Phoenix in your life
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Looking to support local this season or give a present full of Phoenix Pride? We’ve compiled a list of gift inspiration for the Phoenix (or anyone!) in your life this holiday season. Phoenix Store Apparel and Gifts We know you look good in green. We bet your friends and family do too! The Phoenix Store…
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Watch us Rise: December 2025 Commencement
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the December 2025 Commencement class. Included below is everything you need to know about the Commencement ceremonies being held on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Congratulations to the soon-to-be newest members of the more than 50,000 proud Phoenix alumni! Fall/Winter 2025 Commencement Saturday, December 13, 2025 The…
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Business Leader Raquel Botbyl’s Leap of Faith at UW-Green Bay
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Photos by Dan Moore, University Photographer Raquel Botbyl is the 2025 Student Commencement Speaker for the 2 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Growing up in Menominee, Michigan, Raquel Botbyl learned early on the value of persistence and, when needed, the art of the pivot. She still recalls falling in love with gymnastics as…