University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

The UW-Whitewater women's soccer team clinched the 2012 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title with a 4-0 win over UW-Stevens Point Saturday at Fiskum Field in Whitewater. The Warhawks are now 12-4-1 overall and 7-0-0 in league play. The following local women are on the 2012 roster:

The following students were named Warhawk Ambassadors by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Shawn Shillcox, a freshman business major at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, was named a finalist of one of the most prestigious awards in high school football.

Each residence hall on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus is welcoming not only new students, but also a new staff of resident assistants to help on-campus residents with everything from homework to social living. “Students selected for the RA position are simply the best of the best. They excel both academically and socially,” said Trelana Daniel, an assistant director of residence life. There are 122 resident assistants, including:

A program offered to incoming students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is giving participants a jump-start in campus involvement. U-Lead is a three-day program offering first-year students diversity training, involvement opportunities and a chance to find a group of friends before the academic year begins. Eighty-three people participated, including the following local students:

More than 40 students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater presented their findings at fall Undergraduate Research Day, held Sept. 20 in the James R. Connor University Center, including the following local students:

With the fall semester underway, the Whitewater Student Government (WSG) executive board has taken on the responsibilities of governing the more than 12,000 students who attend UW-Whitewater. WSG’s role is to actively assess and serve the needs of UW-Whitewater students by providing an open forum atmosphere as well as being a bridge between students, student leaders and campus administration. “Many students don’t realize the impact WSG has on this campus,” said Jan Bilgen, WSG adviser. “This executive board works directly with the chancellor, helping to make every decision from menu options to building remodels, like the University Center.” Local students named to the executive board include:

More than 40 students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater presented their findings at fall Undergraduate Research Day, held Sept. 20 in the James R. Connor University Center, including the following local students:

From spirit competitions to the parade, this year’s homecoming events at UW-Whitewater will focus on literacy among American children. “Story Time with Willie” Homecoming runs Oct. 10 – 20, and will shower campus in children’s literature, from classic tales to modern favorites. With only a few weeks to go, the student-led Homecoming Steering Committee is busy organizing and planning. “These volunteers commit to extensive training and to creating a homecoming experience that is unforgettable,” said Kimberly Clarksen, leadership adviser. “Their goal is to create memories for all students that will connect them to UW-Whitewater for years beyond graduation.” Local students on the committee include:

Seven UW-Whitewater students have been elected to the executive board of the 2012-13 Residence Hall Association, which oversees 13 residence halls on campus and two apartment buildings that house students. “The seven students that have been elected to these positions are really the cream of the crop,” said Terry Tumbarello, associate director of residence life. “UW-Whitewater has more than 4,300 students living on campus. These seven officials have been selected from that group not only for their grades and ability, but for their exceptional leadership skills.” This year’s board members are:

The following residents were named to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team.