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UWRF faculty selected for Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program
Two University of Wisconsin-River Falls faculty have been selected as 2026-2027 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS), a recognition of their teaching excellence and their desire to focus on new, innovative approaches to educate students. Rhonda Petree, a lecturer of English and teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), and Gregory Ruegsegger, an associate professor of health and human performance, were chosen for the honor by the Universities of Wisconsin. They are among 23
UW-River Falls alum Nicholas Mohrhauser awarded Janty Scholarship
The Wisconsin Mathematics Council, the Wisconsin Mathematics Education Foundation and the Madison Community Foundation announced that Nicholas Mohrhauser has been awarded the 2026 John Janty Memorial Scholarship. Mohrhauser, of Hammond, received the third annual John Janty Memorial Scholarship on May 6 at the Wisconsin Mathematics Council Celebration Banquet in Green Lake. He is a graduate of St. Croix Central High School and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls May 9 with a Bachelor
UW-River Falls names Jeff Lamie Assistant Chancellor for University Advancement
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls has named Jeff Lamie Assistant Chancellor for University Advancement. Lamie will begin the position July 1. Lamie is a foundation executive with more than 20 years of experience leading philanthropy, foundation operations and strategic growth for healthcare and academic institutions. He has most recently served as a consultant, advising international universities and nonprofit organizations on philanthropic infrastructure, campaign strategy and cross-border
UW-River Falls honors outstanding alumni at Evening of Excellence
The accomplishments of four outstanding University of Wisconsin-River Falls graduates were celebrated during the university’s annual Evening of Excellence Wednesday. The UWRF Alumni Association presented four honors during the event: the Distinguished Alumni Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, Outstanding Young Alumni Award and Outstanding Service Award. Distinguished Alumni Award: Mary Ella Jerome Mary Ella Jerome lives by the philosophy that “God gives you a gift, and you need to use it,” a
679 graduates receive degrees at Commencement May 9
679 students received their degrees from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls during the spring Commencement ceremony Saturday at Page Arena in the Falcon Center. 589 students received bachelor’s degrees, 80 received master’s degrees, six received doctorate degrees and four received associate’s degrees. Spring Commencement was divided into three separate ceremonies, the first for graduates from the College of Education, Business and Allied Health (CEBAH) and Graduate Studies, the second for College
Businesses highlight collaboration with UW-River Falls at Universities of Wisconsin Business Day in the Capitol
Business leaders representing Wisconsin’s dairy industry showed their support for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls at Universities of Wisconsin Business Day in the Capitol Wednesday in Madison. The event, held during Small Business Week, brought together businesses from across the state to highlight their partnerships with the Universities of Wisconsin and to showcase local businesses supported by the UWs Small Business Development Centers. Mat Bartkowiak, vice president of Corporate
Banks receives 2026 Lydecker Student Research Award
Hayden Banks, a senior chemistry major from River Falls, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Drs. Ann and William Lydecker Student Research Award at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Each year since 2011, the Undergraduate Research, Scholarly and Creative Activity (URSCA) Office has recognized an outstanding undergraduate’s research efforts coupled with service to and/or involvement at UW-River Falls. The award was created by William (Bill) Lydecker, now deceased, to honor his late
Falcon Futures: Student Gabby Huitema one of three Alice in Dairyland finalists with UW-River Falls ties
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will be well represented when Wisconsin’s next Alice in Dairyland finals are held May 14-16 in Marathon County. Half of this year’s finalists are current or past students. Gabby Huitema, a senior from Markesan majoring in animal science with a meat animal emphasis, will join UWRF alums Michelle Stangler and Jessica Moor along with three other finalists as they vie to become the 79th Alice to represent Wisconsin’s agriculture industry on behalf of the Department
UW-River Falls Commencement set for May 9
679 students will receive their degrees from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls during three spring Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 9. All three ceremonies will be held at Page Arena inside the Falcon Center, 185 Emogene Nelson Ave. 589 students will receive bachelor’s degrees, 80 will receive master’s degrees, six will receive doctorate degrees and four will receive associate’s degrees. Spring Commencement is divided into three separate ceremonies: 9 a.m. – College of Education,
For the love of horses: UW-River Falls celebrates 50th anniversary of Colts in Training Sale May 2
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host its 50th annual Colts in Training Sale May 2 at the Campus Farm,1475 S. Wasson Ln., River Falls. Preview rides will begin at 11 a.m. A live auction with both in-person and online bidding will begin at 2 p.m. The colt sale has only been held virtually since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. The model proved to be efficient, but the landmark anniversary called for a special event. “We’re going back to the big in-person event for the 50th,” said
Financial Planning and Profit Strategies for Beauty Salon Owners
Beauty salons operate in a unique financial environment. A beauty salon handles high labor costs, fluctuating product expenses, retail inventory, and appointment-based revenue that can vary week to week. Without disciplined financial management, even a busy salon can struggle with profitability.Key Takeaways For Salon Owners Track cash flow weekly to avoid seasonal revenue dips. Separate service revenue from retail sales to measure true profitability. Control inventory shrinkage and over-ordering
