Tag: continuing education and workforce training
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Eighth Annual Implicit Bias Conference to Unite Advocates, Policymakers & Community Leaders in Green Bay
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October 3 Event at The Weidner, UW-Green Bay, to Focus on “Building Strength Through Community” Green Bay, WI — The Eighth Annual Implicit Bias Conference, themed ‘Building Strength Through Community,’ will take place Friday, October 3, 2025, at The Weidner, UW–Green Bay. Presented by We All Rise: African American Resource Center, the Midwest Survivor Institute…
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UW-Green Bay and Mental Health America Lakeshore Launch Addiction Recovery Certificate Program to Meet Growing Need
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 23, 2025 Green Bay, Wis. — Addiction continues to pose a serious public health challenge across Wisconsin, with the state experiencing a sharp rise in substance-related harms. Statewide, alcohol-induced deaths have surged by 142% over the past two decades, and synthetic opioid fatalities—primarily linked to fentanyl—have increased twentyfold since 2010. These alarming trends underscore the urgent…
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UW-Green Bay Recognized for Age Inclusivity
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 25, 2025 GREEN BAY, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin–Green Bay has been officially welcomed into the Age-Friendly University Global Network (AFU GN), joining a prestigious international coalition of higher education institutions committed to creating inclusive and supportive environments for learners of all ages. The AFU GN, guided by its Ten Principles of an Age-Friendly…
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Luxurious apartment complex for adults over 55 celebrates grand opening in Green Bay | WFRV
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By: Adam Rosen GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – A brand new luxurious apartment complex designed for adults aged 55 and up is finally open in Green Bay ahead of tenant move-ins in September. The Promenade, located right in the heart of the city, is an 83-unit complex with upscale styles, wellness activities and a plethora…
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Strengthening Adult Protective Services in Wisconsin
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UW-Green Bay offers free Adult Protective Services (APS) training to provide essential knowledge and best practices, ensuring the safety and dignity of vulnerable adults when receiving care in Wisconsin. UW-Green Bay is the exclusive partner of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) in providing comprehensive online training for Adult Protective Services (APS) professionals across…
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UW-Green Bay Bridges Language Barriers with New English-to-Spanish Certificate Program
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 14, 2025 Regional workforce in need of professional translators as the state’s Spanish-speaking population grows Green Bay, WI – Professional translators are in demand within the region to meet the needs of the Spanish-speaking population in Northeast Wisconsin. Recognizing this need, UW-Green Bay has launched a new English-to-Spanish Noncredit Certificate program…
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UW-Green Bay Ignites the Future of Space Exploration at 35th Annual Wisconsin Space Conference
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2025 Green Bay, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is charting a bold course into the future of space exploration as it hosts the 35th Annual Wisconsin Space Conference on Friday, August 22, 2025. This year’s theme, “The Power to Explore: Energy for Space Operations,” underscores the need for breakthrough energy solutions to power…
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Never Stop Learning with UW-Green Bay’s Lifelong Learning Institute
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Secure Membership by July 21 for Priority Registration on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Green Bay, WI – The Fall 2025 catalog for UW-Green Bay’s Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) is now available. Members of LLI have the opportunity to ‘never stop learning’ with their choice of hundreds of classes taught by current and retired faculty and community enthusiasts. LLI has…
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UW-Green Bay Partners with Wisconsin Elder Justice Coalition to Champion the Rights and Safety of Older Adults
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 23, 2025 June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month Green Bay, WI – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, through its continued collaboration with the Wisconsin Elder Justice Coalition, is offering community resources that work to combat the growing crisis of elder abuse. These…
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Indigenous Wellness for Professionals Engaged in Trauma Work
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Social workers, therapists and counselors in the Sheboygan area are invited to attend a workshop on August 20 on the Sheboygan Campus, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The workshop will examine how traditional First Nations (Indigenous) ways of knowing, being and doing can support balance and holistic well-being for all, especially important for patients experiencing trauma. The…