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Friends thrive together at Rock County and Whitewater campuses

November 15, 2024

Alma Diaz-Cosme and Maribel Rodriguez have thrived together at the Rock County and Whitewater campuses.


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UW-Whitewater lauded for service to veterans and military students

November 13, 2024

Military Times has ranked UW-Whitewater as one of just four schools in Wisconsin in the top 150 of its 2024 Best for Vets ranking.


A graphic shows the number 1 and text that says First Gen Bold.

UW-Whitewater supports and celebrates first-generation students

November 08, 2024

UW-Whitewater supports National First-Generation College Celebration Day, which shines a light on these students and on those who support them.


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UW Credit Union awarded for collaboration with UW-Whitewater

October 31, 2024

UW Credit Union has been awarded the Universities of Wisconsin Regents Business Partnership Award for its collaboration with UW-Whitewater.


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New $2 million Endowed Faculty Chair to support student opportunities

October 30, 2024

A $2 million Endowed Faculty Chair will support student opportunities.


Three students stand with a group of Guatemala children who hold a colorful banner.

UW-Whitewater AMA, Enactus students support business development in Guatemala

October 14, 2024

UW-Whitewater's American Marketing Association and Enactus chapter traveled to Guatemala to continue their work with ProChapina, a nonprofit organization.


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Warhawk cross country duo leads from the front of the pack

October 14, 2024

UW-Whitewater's Cross Country team is poised to compete for championships and individual awards at all levels this season.


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White House at UW-Whitewater: National Cyber Director visits campus

October 03, 2024

The Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) visited the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on Wednesday, Oct. 2.


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UW-Whitewater ranks No. 1 in Wisconsin for student experience, Wall Street Journal finds

October 02, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is the state’s top college or university for student experience, a Wall Street Journal study has found.


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Enrollment at UW-Whitewater is largest in four years

September 16, 2024

Enrollment for fall 2024 at UW-Whitewater is 11,784, an increase of 262 students, or about 2.3%, from last year.


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Warhawk Bold meets Paralympic Gold

September 09, 2024

Seven current or former members of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball programs won gold medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.


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UW President Jay Rothman visits Rock County campus

August 30, 2024

UW President Jay Rothman visited UW-Whitewater’s Rock County campus as construction began on the new nursing simulation and skills labs.


A faculty member stands in front of camp musicians who are sitting and large string instruments.

UW-Whitewater welcomes 20,000 visitors for summer programming

August 21, 2024

A total of 6,330 campers and 700 camp counselors participated in the university’s 67 summer programs in 2024.


Keri Carollo kneels down to speak to two female basketball players.

Coach Keri Carollo recognized among “Notable Women in Sports”

July 29, 2024

Keri Carollo, a leader in the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater athletic department, has been named among the 2024 Notable Women in Sports by BizTimes Milwaukee.


Hannah Smith on stage with Serena Williams during the ESPY awards.

Warhawk Hannah Smith earns ESPN Humanitarian Award

July 25, 2024

Hannah Smith, communication major, was honored as a winner of the ESPN Humanitarian Award at the ESPY Awards.


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National Parks travel-study leads to impromptu wedding for UW-Whitewater couple

July 05, 2024

Warhawks Hailey and Allen Kaplan get married during a UW-Whitewater travel study.


Shelvin Garett, wearing a Warhawk t-shirt, pumps his arms in excitement in the fieldhouse.

Warhawk qualifies for U.S. Olympic Trials

June 21, 2024

Shelvin Garrett II, a physical education major and All-American at UW-Whitewater, has qualified for the United States Olympic Team Trials for track and field.


Nine College of Distinction badges with the words national honor eight years running.

UW-Whitewater earns national distinction for its support of military and veteran students

June 17, 2024

For the eighth consecutive year, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has been named among the Colleges of Distinction.


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UW-Whitewater’s Children’s Center honored by Board of Regents

June 03, 2024

The Children’s Center at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has been named as a 2024 recipient of the Academic Staff Excellence Award from the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents.


A student dribbles a soccer ball in a gym with the words Warhawks on the wall.

UW-Whitewater at Rock County adds soccer, volleyball teams as program offerings continue to grow

May 16, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County continues to expand its offerings to students looking to unleash their potential in competitive athletics.


Maria Pacheco sits at a table with a smile on her face.

After winding journey to college, Maria Pacheco evolves into leader at URock

May 10, 2024

Maria Pacheco, whose family moved from Mexico to Wisconsin, will be graduating Tuesday, May 14, with her associate of arts and sciences from UW-Whitewater at Rock County.


A Warhawk softball player walks hand in hand with her dad on the softball field while smiling and holding a plaque.

Backed by the Warhawk family, Meghan Dunning perseveres after family loss

May 07, 2024

Meghan Dunning, a communication sciences and disorders major and Warhawk softball athlete, has endured loss, strength and support during her time at UW-Whitewater.


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UW-Whitewater safety students earn national scholarship

April 29, 2024

Two students from UW-Whitewater were named recipients of the 2023 Qualified Academic Program Scholarship by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.


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Scott Wrobbel’s dedication to accounting, service rooted in foundational UW-Whitewater experiences

April 24, 2024

Warhawk alum Scott Wrobbel has been selected as one of the commencement speakers for UW-Whitewater's 2024 spring commencement ceremony.


Portrait photo of Crystal McClain.

Commencement speaker Crystal McClain reflects on her full-circle journey

April 24, 2024

Warhawk alum Crystal McClain has been selected as one of the commencement speakers for UW-Whitewater's 2024 spring commencement ceremony.