Tag Archives: University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

MyFiles to be Removed after this Semester, Says IT

Information Technology has announced the discontinuance of UWSP’s myFiles (H: Drive) network file service at the end of this semester. UWSP’s IT department stated that the university’s local file network, known as myFiles or as the H: Drive, will no longer be available after the Spring 2019 semester. Students have received this news from multiple campus announcements over the last ... Read More »

Eco-Socialists Making Local Impacts

The group previously known as the College Greens – largely in support of the Green Party and its values – changed its name to the Eco-Socialists of UWSP on Oct. 24. The group’s Facebook page commented on this change. “We feel that by branding ourselves as ‘Eco-Socialists’,” the page stated, “the ultimate goal and purpose of our club is more ... Read More »

SPARC Writes Open Criticism of Administration for Board of Regents

On Thursday, Nov. 29, the Stevens Point Academic Representation Council released an open letter to the UW Board of Regents that expressed a lack of confidence in Bernie Patterson, Chancellor of UWSP. The letter brought forward a series of accusations against Patterson and his administration.  These accusations illustrated cases of administration’s supposed neglect and mismanagement over the last several years ... Read More »

Local English Teachers Speak with English Education Majors at Panel

Last week, English education majors hosted an English Teachers Panel to speak with local teachers about various topics concerning their experiences as career-educators. Students hosted the event on Thursday, Nov. 1, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., in CCC 224.  Secondary-education teachers from local schools and nearby counties attended the event.  Hosting students also offered free food, free coffee, and name-tags. ... Read More »

LGBTQ+ Laird Room Displays Removed for Three Days

  Greg Diekroeger, Assistant Director of CASE, removed the Laird Room’s displays for LGBTQ+ History Month.  This removal lasted three days. On Monday of Oct. 22, members of the Gender-Sexuality Alliance arranged to put up a display by the Laird Room to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month.  The display consisted of LGBTQ+ flags and artwork, and had not yet been finished. ... Read More »

Overview of Campus’s Parking Regulations

  UWSP’s parking information is elusive, often only listed online – however, failure to remember much of this information can introduce fines of up to $100. Despite the information below, students are still recommended to investigate all parking legislation themselves before deciding what to do with their vehicle on the campus parking lot. The Parking Services Office can be found ... Read More »

University Hosts Panel on Wisconsin Idea amid Political Neglect

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, the Stevens Point Academic Representation Council hosted a panel discussion regarding the Wisconsin Idea. Speakers included: Rep. Katrina Shankland, D-WI; Sen. Patrick Testin, R-WI; Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers; Amanda Greenthal, UWSP student; Jeff Snowbarger, UWSP English professor; and Nathan Sandwick, UW-Extension educator. The panel was moderated by Kym Buchanan, Chair of ... Read More »

Anti-Immigration Activity in Wisconsin

Immigration and Customs Enforcement had performed a state-wide operation between Sept. 21 and Sept. 24. I.C.E. had made 83 arrests in Wisconsin during the operation.  Near the area of Stevens Point, six arrests were made in Marathon County and four from the Wausau area. The federal agency claims that 44 of those detained had prior criminal records, 21 had feloniously ... Read More »

Walker’s $5,000 credit, “Too little, too late”?

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican Gov. Scott Walker on September 11 touted his new plan to give college graduates $5,000 over five years if they promise to stay in Wisconsin, while a Democratic group launched an attack ad featuring a woman with breast cancer who says Walker doesn’t care about families like hers. Walker faces Democrat Tony Evers, the state ... Read More »

Curbside Compost Pickup Comes to Stevens Point

Two local farms, Rising Sand Organics and Whitefeather Organics, are partnering to offer a compost pick-up service in Stevens Point. Each Thursday they collect five-gallon buckets full of compost from homes around town. The waste is taken to Whitefeather Organics where it is composted further.  Eventually the compost will be used to fertilize fields at Whitefeather Organics and Rising Sand ... Read More »