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State Science Olympiad held at UW-Stout again; impact, opportunity with...
Last Friday I had the privilege of giving welcome remarks to the hundreds of participants and their families for the Wisconsin Science Olympiad held at UW-Stout. As an engineer, I know how important it...
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A full week of advocacy efforts, from River Falls to South Hall to the Capitol
I had the opportunity to speak to a number of state officials in the last week to emphasize the importance of some items in Gov. Evers’ 2019-21 state budget. Speaking to the Joint Finance Committee...
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A hectic and inspiring week before commencement
The week before graduation always has a frenetic feel to it, and this week was no exception. While the constant motion can be a bit tiring, I come away energized by the privilege of meeting so many...
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Retirement reception a great event
What a night! I want to thank everyone who attended my retirement reception and offered such kind and encouraging words to me, my wife, Debbie, and our children, Erica and Melly. Over the course of our...
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Saying goodbye and thanks to two great campus leaders; ditto for coaches,...
I’ve had the chance to honor two great veteran campus leaders in the last week, and I want to thank them publicly for their service to UW-Stout. On Tuesday, at my final meeting of the Faculty Senate, I...
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Study abroad in France a tremendous experience
This past week my wife, Deb, and I had the great pleasure of being part of Peter D’Souza’s HT-423 Wine and Food Pairing class that he provided in the Bordeaux region of France. Students attending the...
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Support of Regents, UW System, faculty and staff greatly appreciated during...
I had the opportunity to address the UW System Board of Regents last Friday at the final Regent meeting I will attend as chancellor. It was a humbling and bittersweet experience. While I am excited...
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A great Wisconsin Science and Technology Symposium
I was privileged this week to help host and address the 12th annual Wisconsin Science and Technology Symposium, which is sponsored by WiSys. The independent, nonprofit organization serves as the...
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Reflecting on the end of a tremendous career at UW-Stout
Getting near to one’s retirement date tends to put you in a reflective mood. It does feel a bit strange to be “looking in the rear-view mirror” at my career instead of looking forward. But it is also...
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Thanks for a great career and best wishes for the future
My grandfather and uncles on my mother’s side were dyed-in-the-wool outdoorsmen. They hunted and trapped to put food on the table and knew which forest plants were edible or had medicinal qualities....
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