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Faculty selected for Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program
July 1, 2025 - Two University of Wisconsin-River Falls faculty have been selected as 2025-26 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS), a recognition of their teaching excellence and their desire to focus on new, innovative approaches to educate students.
 
UW-River Falls associate professor receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award
June 25, 2025 - Chris Holtkamp, an associate professor of community and environmental planning at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to bring his expertise in sustainable development and regional planning to the Agricultural University of Iceland.
 
UW-River Falls launches two new degree programs, expanding opportunities for students
June 19, 2025 - Students at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls will soon have two new academic paths to choose from, including a Master of Science in special education and a Bachelor of Science in integrated studies. The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents recently approved both programs, which will begin enrolling students for the fall 2025 semester.
 
Cheese Curds for a Cause raises $3,715 to support students
June 11, 2025 - A local partnership turned comfort food into campus impact this spring, raising $3,715 for student support at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls through the “Cheese Curds for a Cause” campaign.
 
UW-River Falls to honor outstanding alums and special contributor
May 9, 2025 - Four accomplished University of Wisconsin-River Falls alumni and a long-time university supporter will be honored during the 2024 Evening of Excellence on Thursday, May 15, in the Riverview Ballroom of the University Center.
 
Humane Handling Institute to present at national animal welfare conference
May 5, 2025 - Staff and students from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Humane Handling Institute (HHI) will present research and best practices at the Meat Institute’s Animal Care & Handling Conference in Denver May 13-14.

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