STEM

Mathematics alumni to share career insights at panel discussion

Alison S Parkins — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:04:31 +0000

Mathematics alumni to share career insights at panel discussion

The 91��-Platteville’s Department of Mathematics will host a Math Career Panel Discussion on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 4 p.m. in Room 104, Boebel Hall. The event will feature seven Pioneer alumni who majored in mathematics and will highlight the many ways the degree has shaped their careers.

Alison S Parkins Thu, 10/09/2025 - 12:04

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Future Scientists Take Root: A Week at the Plant Biotechnology Boot Camp

Christine O Bellport — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:02:55 +0000

Future Scientists Take Root: A Week at the Plant Biotechnology Boot Camp

High school students from across Wisconsin spent a week at UW-Platteville, gaining hands-on experience and inspiration to pursue future careers in plant science and innovation.

Christine O Bellport Wed, 08/20/2025 - 13:02

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(SUSP)ense and Discovery

Christine O Bellport — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 16:32:04 +0000

(SUSP)ense and Discovery

From Shakespeare to seed science to historical preservation, students in UW-Platteville’s Summer Undergraduate Scholars Program (SUSP) are turning curiosity into impactful research.

Christine O Bellport Mon, 07/21/2025 - 11:32

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Dr. Frayer to receive Excellence in Teaching Award

Christine O Bellport — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:49:47 +0000

Dr. Frayer to receive Excellence in Teaching Award

Dr. Chris Frayer, professor of mathematics at the 91��-Platteville, was selected as one of the recipients of the 2025 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Awards.

Christine O Bellport Tue, 06/10/2025 - 07:49

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Students put solar power to the test for hands-on learning—and waffles

Christine O Bellport — Fri, 16 May 2025 18:32:50 +0000

Students put solar power to the test for hands-on learning—and waffles

Students harness solar power to cook waffles as part of a hands-on final project, applying classroom theory to real-world renewable energy challenges.

Christine O Bellport Fri, 05/16/2025 - 13:32

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Elevating campus design through sustainability and innovation

Christine O Bellport — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:10:57 +0000

Elevating campus design through sustainability and innovation

Sesquicentennial Hall has earned the 2025 WI ASLA Merit Award for Large Scale Design, honoring its visionary integration of sustainable landscapes, learning spaces and community-centered planning.

Christine O Bellport Tue, 04/29/2025 - 11:10

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Global recognition, local excellence: Cybersecurity Club’s top-tier win reflects program strength

Christine O Bellport — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:43:59 +0000

Global recognition, local excellence: Cybersecurity Club’s top-tier win reflects program strength

Not one, but two teams from UW-Platteville's Cybersecurity Club achieved a top 3% finish out of 10,000 teams in the picoCTF global competition.

Christine O Bellport Fri, 04/25/2025 - 11:43

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Designing Success from Anywhere: One Student's Journey Through a Distance Mechanical Engineering Program

Christine O Bellport — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:30:55 +0000

Designing Success from Anywhere: One Student's Journey Through a Distance Mechanical Engineering Program

From factory floors to global impact, Madi Wunderli’s journey through UW-Platteville’s distance mechanical engineering program proves that earning a degree and designing a future is possible without putting life on hold.

Christine O Bellport Thu, 04/17/2025 - 12:30

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STEEL STRONG: UW-PLATTEVILLE STEEL BRIDGE TEAM DOMINATES REGIONALS AND HEADS TO NATIONALS

Christine O Bellport — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:32:26 +0000

STEEL STRONG: UW-PLATTEVILLE STEEL BRIDGE TEAM DOMINATES REGIONALS AND HEADS TO NATIONALS

The UW-Platteville Steel Bridge Team soared to a first place overall finish at the Western Great Lakes Regional Competition, earning their place at the upcoming National Finals with a performance defined by precision, perseverance and pride.

Christine O Bellport Tue, 04/15/2025 - 09:32

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UW-Platteville hosts annual MAA Wisconsin Conference

Christine O Bellport — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:41:32 +0000

UW-Platteville hosts annual MAA Wisconsin Conference

UW-Platteville’s Mathematics Department is hosting the annual conference of the Wisconsin Section of the Mathematical Association of America on April 4-5. The Mathematical Association of America is a national professional organization with a specific focus on teaching and learning.

This year's meeting will be attended by about 100 participants, including more than a dozen UW-Platteville students.

The two-day meeting will include:

Christine O Bellport Mon, 03/24/2025 - 13:41

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