Alumni /news/ en 2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange /news/2025-carl-e-gulbrandsen-innovator-year-award-isaac-lange <span>2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange</span> <div> <a href="/news/2025-carl-e-gulbrandsen-innovator-year-award-isaac-lange" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-08/Award.jpg?itok=lbEWrWY9" width="220" height="124" alt="2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange." title="2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange."> </a> </div> <div><p>WiSys has named 91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville alum and inventor Isaac Lange as a Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year. The award is bestowed annually and presented during the WiSys SPARK Symposium.</p> <p>"Receiving Innovator of the Year from WiSys felt gratifying, knowing all my hard work and discipline has paid off, while also giving me the motivation to keep pushing forward. Accomplishing this milestone in the adolescence of my company will help connect me to pathways I never knew were possible and I am very grateful for WiSys to have chosen me for this award," Lange said.</p></div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-08-21T07:41:27-05:00" title="Thursday, August 21, 2025 - 07:41">Thu, 08/21/2025 - 07:41</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/2025-carl-e-gulbrandsen-innovator-year-award-isaac-lange" rel="tag" title="2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about 2025 Carl E. Gulbrandsen Innovator of the Year Award: Isaac Lange</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:41:27 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2973 at /news A year of giving: UW-Platteville sees surge in donor support /news/year-giving-uw-platteville-sees-surge-donor-support <span>A year of giving: UW-Platteville sees surge in donor support</span> <div> <a href="/news/year-giving-uw-platteville-sees-surge-donor-support" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-07/AFPR.jpg?itok=cVrXzvuD" width="220" height="124" alt="The Foundation received 8,700 individual donations—an increase of nearly 500 over the previous year—highlighting the rising involvement and shared commitment of the UW-Platteville community." title="The Foundation received 8,700 gifts—an increase of nearly 500 over the previous year—highlighting the rising involvement and shared commitment of the UW-Platteville community."> </a> </div> <div><p>The UW-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association raised $8.7 million in philanthropic support during fiscal year 2025, with nearly 8,700 individual gifts reflecting the growing generosity and engagement of the UW-Platteville community.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-07-24T09:05:58-05:00" title="Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 09:05">Thu, 07/24/2025 - 09:05</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/year-giving-uw-platteville-sees-surge-donor-support" rel="tag" title="A year of giving: UW-Platteville sees surge in donor support" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about A year of giving: UW-Platteville sees surge in donor support</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:05:58 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2960 at /news Celebrating the Small: Nohr Gallery connects artists and alumni during annual Small Works Exhibition  /news/celebrating-small-nohr-gallery-connects-artists-and-alumni-during-annual-small-works-exhibition <span>Celebrating the Small: Nohr Gallery connects artists and alumni during annual Small Works Exhibition&nbsp;</span> <div> <a href="/news/celebrating-small-nohr-gallery-connects-artists-and-alumni-during-annual-small-works-exhibition" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-02/Art2.jpg?itok=EF1REjM_" width="220" height="124" alt="&quot;Silenced &quot; by Greg Senn, 2023, 11 x 9 x 3 inches, resin sand, $200" title="&quot;Silenced &quot; by Greg Senn, 2023, 11 x 9 x 3 inches, resin sand, $200"> </a> </div> <div><p>On Tuesday, February 11, regional artists and UW-Platteville alumni gathered to celebrate the third annual Nohr Gallery “Small Works Exhibition.” This juried exhibit features a variety of artworks that measure twelve inches or less in all dimensions and weigh under 45 pounds. While the call for art was open to all artists, the exhibition provides an opportunity for regional artists and UW-Platteville alumni to revisit Nohr Gallery and reminisce on their artistic roots. &nbsp;</p></div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-02-21T08:54:47-06:00" title="Friday, February 21, 2025 - 08:54">Fri, 02/21/2025 - 08:54</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/celebrating-small-nohr-gallery-connects-artists-and-alumni-during-annual-small-works-exhibition" rel="tag" title="Celebrating the Small: Nohr Gallery connects artists and alumni during annual Small Works Exhibition&nbsp;" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Celebrating the Small: Nohr Gallery connects artists and alumni during annual Small Works Exhibition&nbsp;</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:47 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2890 at /news How a former UW-Platteville football coach is in the zone, proving gender is just a word  /news/how-former-uw-platteville-football-coach-zone-proving-gender-just-word <span>How a former UW-Platteville football coach is in the zone, proving gender is just a word&nbsp;</span> <div> <a href="/news/how-former-uw-platteville-football-coach-zone-proving-gender-just-word" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-11/TBUWP_0.jpg?itok=nCV5H2RZ" width="220" height="124" alt="Coach Kearstin Schweitzer with former UW-Platteville Defensive Linemen Justin Blazek." title="Coach Kearstin Schweitzer with former UW-Platteville Defensive Linemen Justin Blazek."> </a> </div> <div><p>Kearstin Schweitzer, the first female position coach in Valparaiso University history, is redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in football. From her groundbreaking roles at UW-Platteville to her impactful work with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Schweitzer’s journey is paving the way for the next generation of female coaches in the sport.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-11-09T09:46:32-06:00" title="Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 09:46">Sat, 11/09/2024 - 09:46</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/how-former-uw-platteville-football-coach-zone-proving-gender-just-word" rel="tag" title="How a former UW-Platteville football coach is in the zone, proving gender is just a word&nbsp;" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about How a former UW-Platteville football coach is in the zone, proving gender is just a word&nbsp;</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Sat, 09 Nov 2024 15:46:32 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2867 at /news Bridging education and law enforcement: The success of UW-Platteville graduates at the Milwaukee Police Department /news/bridging-education-and-law-enforcement-success-uw-platteville-graduates-milwaukee-police-department <span>Bridging education and law enforcement: The success of UW-Platteville graduates at the Milwaukee Police Department</span> <div> <a href="/news/bridging-education-and-law-enforcement-success-uw-platteville-graduates-milwaukee-police-department" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-10/UWPteam.jpg?itok=XuX9bxSD" width="220" height="124" alt="UW-Platteville graduates: Cassie Strandberg, Evelyn Marx, Whitney Miller, Dondi Stender, Devin Woida, Tyler Krueger and Jacob Brandt. “Each graduate brings their own unique skills, personality and approach to our team,” said Milwaukee Police Forensics Services Director Ryan Orlovsky. " title="UW-Platteville graduates: Cassie Strandberg, Evelyn Marx, Whitney Miller, Dondi Stender, Devin Woida, Tyler Krueger and Jacob Brandt. “Each graduate brings their own unique skills, personality and approach to our team,” said Milwaukee Police Forensics Services Director Ryan Orlovsky. "> </a> </div> <div><p>The Milwaukee Police Department Forensics Division exemplifies the power of teamwork among graduates of UW-Platteville. Their hands-on training and strong educational foundation have positioned them as leaders in forensic investigation, showcasing the university's impact on law enforcement careers.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-10-29T09:03:42-05:00" title="Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 09:03">Tue, 10/29/2024 - 09:03</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/bridging-education-and-law-enforcement-success-uw-platteville-graduates-milwaukee-police-department" rel="tag" title="Bridging education and law enforcement: The success of UW-Platteville graduates at the Milwaukee Police Department" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Bridging education and law enforcement: The success of UW-Platteville graduates at the Milwaukee Police Department</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 14:03:42 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2862 at /news 91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association merge to enhance support and engagement /news/university-wisconsin-platteville-foundation-and-alumni-association-merge-enhance-support-and <span>91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association merge to enhance support and engagement </span> <div> <a href="/news/university-wisconsin-platteville-foundation-and-alumni-association-merge-enhance-support-and" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-07/Alumni.jpg?itok=Hy7Zp8NI" width="220" height="124" alt="Alumni gather to enjoy spending time at their alma mater." title="Alumni gather to enjoy spending time at their alma mater."> </a> </div> <div><p>The 91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville Foundation announces the merger of its Alumni Association board and Foundation board, effective July 2024, forming the unified UW-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association, Inc. This decision underscores a renewed commitment to alumni engagement and university support, marking a significant milestone in strategic planning and collaboration.&nbsp;</p></div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-07-23T10:14:08-05:00" title="Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 10:14">Tue, 07/23/2024 - 10:14</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/university-wisconsin-platteville-foundation-and-alumni-association-merge-enhance-support-and" rel="tag" title="91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association merge to enhance support and engagement " hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about 91¸ŁŔűµĽş˝-Platteville Foundation and Alumni Association merge to enhance support and engagement </span></a></li><li></li></ul> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:14:08 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2826 at /news UW-Platteville Foundation celebrates fifth consecutive year of record fundraising /news/uw-platteville-foundation-celebrates-fifth-consecutive-year-record-fundraising <span>UW-Platteville Foundation celebrates fifth consecutive year of record fundraising </span> <div> <a href="/news/uw-platteville-foundation-celebrates-fifth-consecutive-year-record-fundraising" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-07/Fundraising.jpg?itok=HEug9AP8" width="220" height="124" alt="Call Center students "> </a> </div> <div><p>The UW-Platteville Foundation proudly announces another historic achievement in philanthropy, raising more than $9.3 million during the 2024 fiscal year.</p> </div> <span><span>Christine O Bellport</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-07-08T10:33:59-05:00" title="Monday, July 8, 2024 - 10:33">Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:33</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/uw-platteville-foundation-celebrates-fifth-consecutive-year-record-fundraising" rel="tag" title="UW-Platteville Foundation celebrates fifth consecutive year of record fundraising " hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about UW-Platteville Foundation celebrates fifth consecutive year of record fundraising </span></a></li><li></li></ul> Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:33:59 +0000 Christine O Bellport 2819 at /news Estate gift will ensure new opportunities in environmental science, conservation /news/estate-gift-will-ensure-new-opportunities-environmental-science-conservation <span>Estate gift will ensure new opportunities in environmental science, conservation </span> <div> <a href="/news/estate-gift-will-ensure-new-opportunities-environmental-science-conservation" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-04/Terrence%20Ingram.jpg?itok=8H3tNi6Y" width="220" height="124" alt="Terrence Ingram"> </a> </div> <div><p>Terrence Ingram’s lifelong passion for nature propelled him through a celebrated career in conservationism that spanned more than 60 years. Now, his recent estate gift to the UW-Platteville Foundation will ensure opportunities for the next generation of students to continue his work in this field.</p> </div> <span><span>Alison S Parkins</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-04-05T11:04:35-05:00" title="Friday, April 5, 2024 - 11:04">Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:04</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/estate-gift-will-ensure-new-opportunities-environmental-science-conservation" rel="tag" title="Estate gift will ensure new opportunities in environmental science, conservation " hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Estate gift will ensure new opportunities in environmental science, conservation </span></a></li><li></li></ul> Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:04:35 +0000 Alison S Parkins 2789 at /news Stephenson appointed executive director of Foundation, Development and Alumni Engagement /news/stephenson-appointed-executive-director-foundation-development-and-alumni-engagement <span>Stephenson appointed executive director of Foundation, Development and Alumni Engagement</span> <div> <a href="/news/stephenson-appointed-executive-director-foundation-development-and-alumni-engagement" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2024-02/Stacia%20Stephenson.jpg?itok=WoOfyZ51" width="220" height="124" alt="Stacia Stephenson"> </a> </div> <div><p>UW-Platteville announces the appointment of Stacia Stephenson as executive director of Development and Alumni Engagement and the UW-Platteville Foundation.</p> </div> <span><span>Alison S Parkins</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-02-19T09:16:57-06:00" title="Monday, February 19, 2024 - 09:16">Mon, 02/19/2024 - 09:16</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/stephenson-appointed-executive-director-foundation-development-and-alumni-engagement" rel="tag" title="Stephenson appointed executive director of Foundation, Development and Alumni Engagement" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Stephenson appointed executive director of Foundation, Development and Alumni Engagement</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:16:57 +0000 Alison S Parkins 2772 at /news Alumnus helps NASA return to the moon /news/alumnus-helps-nasa-return-moon <span>Alumnus helps NASA return to the moon</span> <div> <a href="/news/alumnus-helps-nasa-return-moon" hreflang="en"><img loading="lazy" src="/news/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-10/Wyatt%20Fisher.jpg?itok=Wc4qEk-j" width="220" height="124" alt="Wyatt Fisher" title="Wyatt Fisher operates console for the Artemis I mission. Photo taken on Dec. 6, 2022 inside the Orion Mission Evaluation Room while supporting at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Photo credit: NASA. "> </a> </div> <div><p>While growing up in rural Eastman, Wisconsin, Wyatt Fisher ’06 had interests typical of many kids—dreams of being a pilot and building with LEGOs. But, for Fisher, these interests would eventually spark a career in the aerospace field that is anything but typical, leading him to work on the launch of NASA’s most powerful rocket.</p> </div> <span><span>Alison S Parkins</span></span> <span><time datetime="2023-10-05T08:42:25-05:00" title="Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 08:42">Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:42</time> </span> <ul class="links inline"><li><a href="/news/alumnus-helps-nasa-return-moon" rel="tag" title="Alumnus helps NASA return to the moon" hreflang="en">Read more<span class="visually-hidden"> about Alumnus helps NASA return to the moon</span></a></li><li></li></ul> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:42:25 +0000 Alison S Parkins 2734 at /news