Category: News
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UW-Green Bay Cofrin School of Business hosts the 2025 Keynote and Networking Event
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The Weidner was buzzing with energy at the annual event on February 25, 2025 that provides UW-Green Bay students the opportunity to network and learn from regional business leaders. In addition to updates from the Cofrin School of Business and student, faculty, and staff awards aligned with the college’s values, the annual Weyenberg Prize recipients…
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Community Impact Internship Program
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Career Planning and Professional Connections at UW-Green Bay is committed to expanding the number of paid internships available to students with financial need. They recently secured enough funding to establish a Community Impact Program to further this goal of helping students with unpaid internships at nonprofit or government organizations. $100,000 was secured from both internal…
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A Passion for Teaching Kids
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Payton’s passion for teaching was ignited while coaching young children in the Parks & Rec program. After earning his degree in Education from UW-Green Bay, he became a sixth-grade social studies teacher. With aspirations to become a principal, Payton furthered his education by completing the Masters of Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning program at…
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Striking a balance: How UW-Green Bay’s RN to BSN program supports nursing students beyond academics
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The dynamic nature of healthcare mandates a commitment to regular learning and professional development. In an era where online education can feel impersonal, Morgan Stary’s experience with UW-Green Bay’s RN to BSN program underscores the impact of community, commitment, and the invaluable role of advisors. Without question, Morgan Stary leads a hectic life. While she…
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Nursing Their Calling
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Florence Nightingale said, “Nursing is an art: and if it is to be made an art, it requires an exclusive devotion as hard a preparation, as any painter’s or sculptor’s work.” Nursing demands dedication, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to caring for others. UW-Green Bay students Kerk Pelaez and Samira Bare, two of 26 recipients…
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Game Development Community Thrives at Annual Game Jam ‘25 Event Recap
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Written by Mia Perez-Behringer, Editorial Intern with contributions from UW-Green Bay Assistant Professor Kris Purzycki Green Bay, WI—The annual Global Game Jam held on January 24, 2025 marked another successful milestone in fostering creativity and collaboration within the game development community. The event brought together seasoned experts and budding amateur developers, showcasing a shared passion…
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Schreiber Institute for Women’s Leadership Tackles “Quiet Quitting”
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Some experts suggest that fostering a supportive environment can prevent the phenomenon of “quiet quitting” in the workplace by encouraging employees to feel valued and engaged. At their March Caffeinated Conversation, the Schreiber Institute for Women’s Leadership will dive deeper into strategies to improve employee engagement to avoid the negative consequences of quiet quitting. Learn…
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Join Your Peers at the Nonprofit Get-Together & Social Hour
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Join the Nonprofit Education and Development Network on Thursday, February 13, at the Appleton Beer Factory on College Avenue from 3-5 p.m. for their next free nonprofit get-together and social hour. Mix and mingle with other nonprofit professionals. Appetizers will be provided. Cash bar. Pre-registration is requested but not required. In partnership with the Nonprofit…
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Unsure to Unstoppable: Watch Sam’s Story Biology Major
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Sam grew up with a deep love for the outdoors, spending much of her childhood outside and exploring nature. Unsure of her path after high school, she began her college journey at UW-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus, taking general education classes. Her Biology class, and upon learning more from Biology professors, Sam secured an internship with…
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More Than ‘Dates and Numbers,’ Emily is Future-Focused as a History Major
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From a young age, Emily knew her future would involve history and teaching. In high school, she considered becoming a teacher, and after enrolling at UW-Green Bay, she took an interactive history class that included a ‘revolution’ simulation. She was inspired by this interactive way of learning history, knowing that most people view history as…