Press Release /news/index.php/ en Got milk? UW-Platteville professors turn spoiled dairy into sustainable plastic /news/index.php/got-milk-uw-platteville-professors-turn-spoiled-dairy-sustainable-plastic <span>Got milk? UW-Platteville professors turn spoiled dairy into sustainable plastic </span> <div> <a href="/news/got-milk-uw-platteville-professors-turn-spoiled-dairy-sustainable-plastic" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-10/Patent.jpg?itok=sKPxUsgJ" width="220" height="124" alt="Dr. John Obielodan (left) and Dr. Joseph Wu (right) in the lab following the announcement of their U.S. patent. “It is a tremendous accomplishment to receive a U.S. patent as it is a rigorous process that recognizes the novelty of this invention,” said President Arjun Sanga, WiSys." title="Dr. John Obielodan (left) and Dr. Joseph Wu (right) in the lab following the announcement of their U.S. patent. “It is a tremendous accomplishment to receive a U.S. patent as it is a rigorous process that recognizes the novelty of this invention,” said President Arjun Sanga, WiSys."> </a> </div> <div><p>The fusion of 3D printing and dairy protein has led to a groundbreaking new material and patent that promise to help Wisconsin dairy farmers and the environment.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-10-01T09:18:50-05:00" title="Wednesday, October 1, 2025 - 09:18">Wed, 10/01/2025 - 09:18</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/got-milk-uw-platteville-professors-turn-spoiled-dairy-sustainable-plastic" rel="tag" title="Got milk? UW-Platteville professors turn spoiled dairy into sustainable plastic " hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Got milk? UW-Platteville professors turn spoiled dairy into sustainable plastic </span></a></li><li></li></ul> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:18:50 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2993 at /news UW-Platteville named a leader in undergraduate engineering programs /news/index.php/uw-platteville-named-leader-undergraduate-engineering-programs <span>UW-Platteville named a leader in undergraduate engineering programs</span> <div> <a href="/news/uw-platteville-named-leader-undergraduate-engineering-programs" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/CODEngineering.jpg?itok=e2Kxa3M8" width="220" height="124" alt="Colleges of Distinction commends UW-Platteville for backing its engineering program with a well-rounded liberal arts curriculum and close student-faculty interaction.&nbsp;" title="Colleges of Distinction commends UW-Platteville for backing its engineering program with a well-rounded liberal arts curriculum and close student-faculty interaction.&nbsp;"> </a> </div> <div><p>Colleges of Distinction has recognized UW-Platteville as a top-tier institution for undergraduate engineering, celebrating its hands-on learning and faculty engagement.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-30T07:20:00-05:00" title="Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - 07:20">Tue, 09/30/2025 - 07:20</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/uw-platteville-named-leader-undergraduate-engineering-programs" rel="tag" title="UW-Platteville named a leader in undergraduate engineering programs" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about UW-Platteville named a leader in undergraduate engineering programs</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2981 at /news Powering the Future: Milwaukee Tool makes major donation to UW-Platteville’s Construction Management Program /news/index.php/powering-future-milwaukee-tool-makes-major-donation-uw-plattevilles-construction-management-program <span>Powering the Future: Milwaukee Tool makes major donation to UW-Platteville’s Construction Management Program</span> <div> <a href="/news/powering-future-milwaukee-tool-makes-major-donation-uw-plattevilles-construction-management-program" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/Tool.jpg?itok=RjzZrRue" width="220" height="124" alt="Milwaukee Tool donated a wide array of industry-relevant equipment, including top-tier power tools, cordless light equipment solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE). " title="Milwaukee Tool donated a wide array of industry-relevant equipment, including top-tier power tools, cordless light equipment solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE). "> </a> </div> <div><p>The $70K+ tool donation equips students with industry-grade tools, marking a milestone partnership that advances hands-on learning and prepares the next generation of construction professionals.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-29T10:36:52-05:00" title="Monday, September 29, 2025 - 10:36">Mon, 09/29/2025 - 10:36</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/powering-future-milwaukee-tool-makes-major-donation-uw-plattevilles-construction-management-program" rel="tag" title="Powering the Future: Milwaukee Tool makes major donation to UW-Platteville’s Construction Management Program" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Powering the Future: Milwaukee Tool makes major donation to UW-Platteville’s Construction Management Program</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:36:52 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2991 at /news Pioneer Farm Show Pig Team ends 2025 season with historic success /news/index.php/pioneer-farm-show-pig-team-ends-2025-season-historic-success <span>Pioneer Farm Show Pig Team ends 2025 season with historic success</span> <div> <a href="/news/pioneer-farm-show-pig-team-ends-2025-season-historic-success" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/Pig%201.jpg?itok=mpB44eVj" width="220" height="124" alt="Sophia Daugherty exhibiting a class-winning Berkshire boar at the Wisconsin State Fair. This boar went on to win his class at the Iowa State Fair and was later named Champion Berkshire Boar at the National Barrow Show." title="Sophia Daugherty exhibiting a class-winning Berkshire boar at the Wisconsin State Fair. This boar went on to win his class at the Iowa State Fair and was later named Champion Berkshire Boar at the National Barrow Show."> </a> </div> <div><p>The team concluded its most successful season yet with top honors across multiple state fairs and a standout performance at the National Barrow Show, highlighting both breeding excellence and meat quality.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-29T09:19:58-05:00" title="Monday, September 29, 2025 - 09:19">Mon, 09/29/2025 - 09:19</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/pioneer-farm-show-pig-team-ends-2025-season-historic-success" rel="tag" title="Pioneer Farm Show Pig Team ends 2025 season with historic success" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Pioneer Farm Show Pig Team ends 2025 season with historic success</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:19:58 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2990 at /news Celebrating Past and Present: “Residual and Steadfast” at Nohr Gallery /news/index.php/celebrating-past-and-present-residual-and-steadfast-nohr-gallery <span>Celebrating Past and Present: “Residual and Steadfast” at Nohr Gallery </span> <div> <a href="/news/celebrating-past-and-present-residual-and-steadfast-nohr-gallery" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/ArtCover.jpg?itok=FMndC9cf" width="220" height="124" alt="Mixed media dustpans created by Kobe Elixson and Zoё Couvillion." title="Mixed media dustpans created by Kobe Elixson and Zoё Couvillion."> </a> </div> <div><p>After six solo moves across state lines, artists Kobe Elixson and Zoё Couvillion decided it was time to pause and make their next move together. Now residing in Dubuque, Iowa—nearly a thousand miles north of their home in Texas—these printmakers plan to make their mark in the Midwest. After navigating the chaos of making a big move, these artists are taking a moment to reflect on their past and present lives and to break in their new studio space.</p></div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-24T10:46:13-05:00" title="Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 10:46">Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:46</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/celebrating-past-and-present-residual-and-steadfast-nohr-gallery" rel="tag" title="Celebrating Past and Present: “Residual and Steadfast” at Nohr Gallery " hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Celebrating Past and Present: “Residual and Steadfast” at Nohr Gallery </span></a></li><li></li></ul> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:46:13 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2989 at /news UW-Platteville celebrates climb in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings /news/index.php/uw-platteville-celebrates-climb-us-news-world-report-2026-best-colleges-rankings <span>UW-Platteville celebrates climb in U.S. News &amp; World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings</span> <div> <a href="/news/uw-platteville-celebrates-climb-us-news-world-report-2026-best-colleges-rankings" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/Rankings.jpg?itok=hh6dYnva" width="220" height="124" alt="“These rankings reflect the extraordinary dedication and hard work of our faculty, staff and students, as well as our unwavering commitment to providing accessible, high-impact education,” said Chancellor Tammy Evetovich of UW-Platteville." title="“These rankings reflect the extraordinary dedication and hard work of our faculty, staff and students, as well as our unwavering commitment to providing accessible, high-impact education,” said Chancellor Tammy Evetovich."> </a> </div> <div><p>The university made impressive gains across several key categories, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence, accessibility and service to veterans.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-24T10:17:03-05:00" title="Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 10:17">Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:17</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/uw-platteville-celebrates-climb-us-news-world-report-2026-best-colleges-rankings" rel="tag" title="UW-Platteville celebrates climb in U.S. News &amp; World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about UW-Platteville celebrates climb in U.S. News &amp; World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:17:03 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2988 at /news UW-Platteville to celebrate Homecoming 2025 with Pioneer spirit /news/index.php/uw-platteville-celebrate-homecoming-2025-pioneer-spirit <span>UW-Platteville to celebrate Homecoming 2025 with Pioneer spirit</span> <div> <a href="/news/uw-platteville-celebrate-homecoming-2025-pioneer-spirit" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/HC5.jpg?itok=PdhVJCGt" width="220" height="124" alt="UW-Platteville’s Homecoming Parade on Main Street starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4." title="UW-Platteville’s Homecoming Parade on Main Street starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4."> </a> </div> <div><p>The 91-Platteville is gearing up for the 101st Homecoming, taking place Sept. 28–Oct. 4, 2025, with this year’s theme celebrating all things Pioneer.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-24T07:00:32-05:00" title="Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 07:00">Wed, 09/24/2025 - 07:00</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/uw-platteville-celebrate-homecoming-2025-pioneer-spirit" rel="tag" title="UW-Platteville to celebrate Homecoming 2025 with Pioneer spirit" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about UW-Platteville to celebrate Homecoming 2025 with Pioneer spirit</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:00:32 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2979 at /news UW-Platteville earns award for exemplary undergraduate business program /news/index.php/uw-platteville-earns-award-exemplary-undergraduate-business-program <span>UW-Platteville earns award for exemplary undergraduate business program</span> <div> <a href="/news/uw-platteville-earns-award-exemplary-undergraduate-business-program" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/CODBusiness.jpg?itok=f7TrFVIz" width="220" height="124" alt="Colleges of Distinction has honored the 91-Platteville for its strong undergraduate degrees in business." title="Colleges of Distinction has honored the 91-Platteville for its strong undergraduate degrees in business."> </a> </div> <div><p>Colleges of Distinction has recognized UW-Platteville’s School of Business for its exceptional undergraduate programs that emphasize hands-on learning and real-world leadership preparation.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-22T07:30:00-05:00" title="Monday, September 22, 2025 - 07:30">Mon, 09/22/2025 - 07:30</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/uw-platteville-earns-award-exemplary-undergraduate-business-program" rel="tag" title="UW-Platteville earns award for exemplary undergraduate business program" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about UW-Platteville earns award for exemplary undergraduate business program</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2982 at /news Eleventh Annual UW-Platteville Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture /news/index.php/eleventh-annual-uw-platteville-indigenous-peoples-day-lecture <span>Eleventh Annual UW-Platteville Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture</span> <div> <a href="/news/eleventh-annual-uw-platteville-indigenous-peoples-day-lecture" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/People.jpg?itok=32S_EkDx" width="220" height="124" alt="Villiard's work includes murals, digital animation, illustration, community events and exhibitions." title="Villiard's work includes murals, digital animation, illustration, community events and exhibitions."> </a> </div> <div><p><strong>Thursday, October 9 | 6–8 p.m. | Boebel Hall Room 104</strong></p> <p>Enjoy an evening with Moira Villiard, a multidisciplinary artist whose vibrant work uplifts underrepresented stories and fosters healing through public art across the Great Lakes. She grew up on the Fond du Lac Reservation and is a Fond du Lac direct descendant. Villiard blends murals, animation, illustration and community exhibitions and engagement to explore the intersections of history, identity and resilience.&nbsp;</p></div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-19T11:43:17-05:00" title="Friday, September 19, 2025 - 11:43">Fri, 09/19/2025 - 11:43</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/eleventh-annual-uw-platteville-indigenous-peoples-day-lecture" rel="tag" title="Eleventh Annual UW-Platteville Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Eleventh Annual UW-Platteville Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:43:17 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2987 at /news Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin commits $4.2 million in funding to bolster student training and workforce development /news/index.php/freshwater-collaborative-wisconsin-commits-42-million-funding-bolster-student-training-and <span>Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin commits $4.2 million in funding to bolster student training and workforce development</span> <div> <a href="/news/freshwater-collaborative-wisconsin-commits-42-million-funding-bolster-student-training-and" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-09/Freshwater.jpg?itok=5m1KEzEh" width="220" height="124" alt="Dr. Joseph Sanford, assistant professor of soil and crop science at UW-Platteville, will lead a collaboration with three other UW institutions to connect agriculture and water systems through immersive student experiences." title="Dr. Joseph Sanford, assistant professor of soil and crop science at UW-Platteville, will lead a collaboration with three other UW institutions to connect agriculture and water systems through immersive student experiences."> </a> </div> <div><p>The 91-Platteville is advancing student training and water education through its leadership in a new Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin project.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-17T07:00:00-05:00" title="Wednesday, September 17, 2025 - 07:00">Wed, 09/17/2025 - 07:00</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/freshwater-collaborative-wisconsin-commits-42-million-funding-bolster-student-training-and" rel="tag" title="Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin commits $4.2 million in funding to bolster student training and workforce development" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin commits $4.2 million in funding to bolster student training and workforce development</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2985 at /news