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UW-River Falls has deep ties to Nobel Prize-winning research in Antarctica
When the news broke Oct. 6 that University of Wisconsin-Madison Professor Francis Halzen had been awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics, a number of current and past faculty and students from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls joined in the celebration. UWRF has longstanding ties to the research recognized for “decisive contributions to the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.” “I came to work one day and found out that the principal
UW-River Falls Keyboard Festival offers young pianists opportunities to learn from world-class artists
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will offer student pianists the chance to learn from accomplished artists and strengthen their musical skills during the UW-River Falls Keyboard Festival, Nov. 13-14 in Abbott Concert Hall in Kleinpell Fine Arts, 420 E. Cascade Ave., River Falls. The event welcomes students in 1st grade through college, parents and teachers to experience engaging workshops, inspiring performances and hands-on learning opportunities that encourage exploration, deepen engagement
Peterson Lecture Series at UW-River Falls presents Steven Hahn on the golden age of pirates
The Edward N. Peterson Lecture Series and the University of Wisconsin-River Falls History and Philosophy Department will present guest speaker Steven Hahn, professor of history at St. Olaf College, for a lecture and Q&A titled, “Golden Age Pirates (1713-1730): From Predators to Gentlemen,” Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Kinnickinnic River Theater in the University Center, 501 Wild Rose Ave., River Falls. The lecture will explore piracy in the Caribbean during the early years of the American
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KPT Collaborative founder Kim Peterson to speak at UW-River Falls Oct. 27
The University Business Collaboration Center (UBCC) at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host entrepreneur and UWRF alum Kim Peterson, founder of KPT Collaborative, as part of the 2026-2027 Innovators Speaker Series Tuesday, Oct. 27. Peterson will speak at 6 p.m. in room 194 of the Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech), 262 E. Cascade Ave. Peterson entered the mortgage business after graduating in 1998. After the 2008 mortgage crash changed the course of her career, she took
UW-River Falls to offer Halloween carnival and “Haunted Lab” science demonstrations Oct. 20
Two special Halloween-themed events are planned at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls on Tuesday, Oct. 20, including a Halloween carnival and “Haunted Labs” science demonstrations. Children in 4K through fifth grade are invited to attend the annual “Halloween in the Halls” event from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., hosted by UWRF Residence Life. Instead of trick-or-treating through residence halls, Residence Life will host carnival activities, such as cornhole, apple bobbing, an egg walk, a bouncy house,
UW-River Falls Career and Internship Fair connects students with employers, opportunities
University of Wisconsin-River Falls students explored career possibilities, made professional connections and learned about job and internship opportunities during the university’s fall Career and Internship Fair, held Wednesday at the University Center. The fair brought together students from all majors with 95 employers. Students could also have a free professional headshot photo taken to use in social media profiles and job application materials. “There is real value in giving students the chance
Gov. Evers Appoints Delani Dow to UW Board of Regents
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Governor's Office Release Gov. Tony Evers today announced the appointment of Delani Dow to the University of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents to fill the nontraditional student regent position and the vacancy created by the expiration of Desmond Adongo’s term on May 1, 2026. Dow will serve for a two-year term. “The work of the UW Board of Regents is as important as ever, and Delani Dow is a dedicated, passionate student who will make a great board member,” said Gov.
UW-River Falls dedicates new biology greenhouse
The new biology greenhouse connected to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech) has a new name. UWRF held a dedication ceremony Oct. 2, officially naming the facility the Sandra Bowen Biology Greenhouse in honor of Bowen, a longtime local biology and botany teacher. “Sandy Bowen has inspired generations of students to appreciate and understand the natural world,” said Interim Chancellor John Chenoweth. “Her love of plant life is not simply something she
UW-River Falls scientist researches humane cattle stunning with grants from USDA, Dairy Innovation Hub
Karly Anderson, a scientist and trainer with the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Humane Handling Institute (HHI), is leading a new $300,000 research project funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through its National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The project is also supported by a faculty research fellowship through Wisconsin's Dairy Innovation Hub (DIH). Working with co-investigator Kurt Vogel, director of HHI, Anderson will study the effectiveness of captive-bolt devices
USDA food safety leader Mindy Brashears to speak at UW-River Falls
U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears will discuss food safety issues during a public presentation at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Brashears will speak from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Kinnickinnic River Theater in the University Center, 501 Wild Rose Ave. The event is free and open to the public. Brashears’ research has focused on advancing food safety in meat and poultry production with a focus on public health, including
UW-River Falls professor discovers new orchid species in Palau
A University of Wisconsin-River Falls faculty member has discovered a previously unknown species of orchid found only on an island in the western Pacific. Assistant Professor of Biology Benjamin Crain is the lead author of research published in August in the journal, Harvard Papers in Botany, describing the species Agrostophyllum lkou. Crain found the rare orchid on Babeldaob Island in the Republic of Palau, located in the Caroline Islands north of New Guinea. The discovery came through years of
Assistance dogs arrive at UW-River Falls for semester of student training, campus life
Ten assistance dogs in training arrived at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Monday, beginning a semester where they will live in residence halls, attend classes and experience college life alongside UWRF students. The yellow Labrador retrievers, ranging in age from 15 to 24 months, are part of the Falcon FETCH (Fostering Education Through Campus Hosting) program, a partnership between UWRF and Can Do Canines that gives students hands-on experience helping raise and train future assistance dogs.
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UW-River Falls to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-11
The public is invited to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls to celebrate Homecoming festivities featuring a wide range of activities throughout the week of Oct. 5-11. Events will bring together students, families, alumni and the River Falls community. “Homecoming is about reconnecting with the people, places and experiences that shape the Falcon community,” said Alumni Relations Officer Pedro Renta. “We look forward to welcoming alumni, students, families and friends back to campus for a week
UW-River Falls faculty awarded national grant to strengthen mathematics teaching
A new University of Wisconsin-River Falls professional development program is helping middle school mathematics teachers build deeper content knowledge, strengthen classroom instruction and expand opportunities for students to engage in real-world problem solving. UWRF mathematics faculty, Professor Erick Hofacker and Assistant Professor Brooke Krejci, have received a grant for $11,993 from the Mathematical Association of America and the John and Mary Neff Foundation for the project, titled
