University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater | |
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| Established: | 1868 |
| Type: | State university |
| Chancellor: | Richard Telfer |
| Undergraduates: | 9,436 (2007) |
| Postgraduates: | 1,264 (2007) |
| Location: | Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States |
| Campus: | Rural |
| Website: | http://www.uww.edu |
The University of Wisconsin–Whitewater (also known as UW-Whitewater and abbreviated as UWW) is part of the University of Wisconsin System, located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. It became Wisconsin's second public college on April 21, 1868 when it opened its doors to 39 students taught by nine faculty members. It is a four-year, co-educational, residential college accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Enrollment in 2005-06 stood at 10,700 (9,436 undergraduate, 1,264 graduate and professional). The chancellor is Richard Telfer. The school motto is "Stay Close. Go Far."
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[edit] Campus
[edit] Hyer Hall
In 1925 the addition of an East wing was added to Old Main Hall. It was later renamed Hyer Hall in honor of former school president Frank S. Hyer in 1968. On February 7, 1970 "Old Main" hall caught on fire. The central, north and west towers burned down along with the bell tower. The only surviving wing — Hyer Hall — underwent a $6.4 million restoration in 1997. It was completed by 1999 and included many 21st century technologies. It now houses many of the University's administrative offices in addition to classrooms and lecture halls. Hyer Hall has hosted the likes of the Milwaukee Symphony, Amelia Earhart, Martin Luther King, Jr. and John F. Kennedy.
[edit] University Center
In 1959 the University Center opened. Several expansions throughout the decades brought the total square footage to 130,000 square feet (12,000 m²). In 1997 it was officially named after former Chancellor James R. Connor.
During the summer of 2006 the University Center (UC) was almost completely closed for extensive construction projects which included demolition of portions of the building, the construction of new additions to the building, and remodeling of the remaining portions. The completed multi-million dollar project opened on time in January of 2008 with a weekend of events to help build interest in the new facilities which includes a movie theater, recreation center, coffee house, the return of The Down Under, and many other new or remodeled amenities.
[edit] Student Life
[edit] Hawk Squad
The Hawk Squad is comprised of the most elite group of students. These students go through a rigirous application process during the Fall semster. Once the job is given to the highest achieving students, they all take part in a one credit workshop class. In this class, students learn the most important information given to new/perspective students. Before the Plan-It Purple sessions in the summer, these superior students go through intense training to learn about the campus inside and out. The Hawk Squad is considered "The face of UW-Whitewater." Brining in the new students for 2008, the Hawk Squad is made up of ten exciting, outgoing, and amazing students.
Fearless Leader- Kim Moistner Bartlett
Plan It Adamo- Dan Niespodziani
Plan It Endurance- Luke Schalewski
Plan It Hands- Ashley Smith
Plan It Amore- Jaimere Love
Plan It Bump- Megan Clarke
Plan It Footprint- Beth Harty
Plan It Pitch- Carmen Zimmerman
Plan It Fio- Jay Stokes
Plan It Domowy- Erin Rogers
Plan It Engage-Jon Hetzel
[edit] Whitewater Student Government
Whitewater Student Government (WSG) is the students' governing body. It consists of the Senate, the President and Vice President, and the Executive Board.
Whitewater Student Government has the primary responsibility for the formulation and review of policies concerning student life, services and interests according to Wisconsin State Statute 36.09(5).
Executives:
- President - Allison Rygh
- Vice President - Justin O'Rourke
Current Executive Board (Unconfirmed by Senate):
- Student Affairs Director - Kevin Delie
- Academic Affairs Director - Sara Campeau
- University Services Director - Harrison John Draayers
- Legislative Affairs Director - Andrew Meyer
- Public Relations - Tim Scully
- Information & Technology - Matt McMillan
- Clerk - Maxwell Blackhurst Taylor
Senate:
Current Leadership:
- Speaker: Brandon VerVelde (At-Large)
- Deputy Speaker: Cody Horlacher (Drumlin)
- Parliamentarian: (vacant)
Senators by District:
At-Large
- Brandon VerVelde
Drumlin
- Cody Horlacher
- Sarah Herlache
- Chad Neerhof
Esker
- Toni Lee Piechura
- Stephen Jansen
- Sarah Soltis
Off Campus
- Dane Checolinski
- Riley Mabeus
- Anthony Nigbur
- Andy Smits
- Paul Murphy
- Lamont Sharp
- Joe Smolinske
- Sarah Soltis
- Ashley Carrington
- Tim Lea
- Lucas Renz
- Conner Verri
[edit] Fraternities/Sororities
Social fraternities and sororities carry traditions and history at UW-Whitewater. These organizations are involved with annual philanthropy (community service) projects, homecoming week activities, socials (also known as exchanges) between other Greek organizations or general student organizations, scholarship opportunities for members, and professional networking skills and opportunities.
InterFraternal Council Fraternities: Lambda Chi Alpha, Lambda Alpha Upsilon, Phi Chi Epsilon, Phi Mu Alpha, Pi Kappa Alpha, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Phi Sigma Kappa
Panhellenic Council Sororities: Alpha Sigma, Delta Zeta, Sigma Sigma Sigma
National Panhellenic Council Fraternities & Sororities: Alpha Phi Alpha, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Sigma Gamma Rho, Zeta Phi Beta.
[edit] Athletics
UW-Whitewater is a member of NCAA Division III for athletics. It is a member of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC).
The athletics teams are nicknamed the Warhawks and wear purple and white.
On December 15, 2007 in Salem, Virginia the UW-Whitewater Men's football team won their first NCAA Division III National Championship at the Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl in a 31 to 21 victory over the Mount Union College Purple Raiders. This was the third year in a row that the Warhawks faced the Purple Raiders in the Stagg Bowl, losing the previous two meetings. This year is also the first year for new head coach Lance Leipold, having replaced the retired Bob Berezowitz.[1] [2]
2007 Gagliardi Trophy Winner Justin Beaver (Running Back) was named the Offensive Player of the year by D3Football.com and Coach Lance Leipold was named Coach of the Year as well.[3]
Men's Coaching Staff
| Sport | Head Coach | Other | |
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| Baseball | John Vodenlich | 139-46-1 2005 NCAA Division III Champions 3 WIAC Championships |
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| Basketball | Pat Miller | 122-44 2 WIAC Championships |
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| Wheelchair Basketball | Tracy Chynoweth | ||
| Cross Country | Jeff Miller | ||
| Football | Lance Leipold | 14-1 2007 NCAA Division III Champions |
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| Soccer | Greg Henschel | ||
| Swimming & Diving | Joel Rollings | ||
| Tennis | Frank Barnes | ||
| Track & Field | Darren Schneider | ||
| Wrestling | Tim Fader |
Women's Coaching Staff
| Sport | Head Coach | Other | |
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| Basketball | Keri Carollo | 65-64 | |
| Bowling | Amber Griffin | 122-44 2 WIAC Championships |
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| Cross Country | Jeff Miller | ||
| Golf | Brett Weber | 4 NCAA Division III Championship appearances | |
| Gymnastics | Jennifer White | ||
| Soccer | Greg Henschel | ||
| Softball | Brenda Volk | 229-114-4 2 WIAC Championships |
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| Swimming & Diving | Joel Rollings | ||
| Tennis | Frank Barnes | ||
| Track & Field | David Wiederrecht | ||
| Volleyball | Stacy Boudreau | 75-11 2005 NCAA Division III Champions 3 WIAC Championships |
[edit] Notable alumni
- John Belushi - Saturday Night Live comedian (attended)
- Thomas A. Loftus - United States Ambassador to the Kingdom of Norway from 1993 to 1997
- Max Maxfield - Wyoming State Auditor (1999-2007) and Secretary of State-elect (2007-)
- Mark Neumann - US congressman
- David Hanschke - Younger brother of Cosmopolitan Magazine August 2005 Hunk of the Month Paul Hanschke
- Craig Much - ESPN Outdoors Man of the Year 2004 and turkey farmer
- Jeff Potrykus - Sports writer for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Rick Braun - Sports writer for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Craig Coshun - Pre-game host and sideline reporter for the Milwaukee Brewers on the Fox Sports Network
- Bob Wickman - Baseball player for the Arizona Diamondbacks
- Reince Priebus - Chairman of the Republican Party of Wisconsin
- Derek Stanley - Football player for the St. Louis Rams
- Eric Studesville - Running Backs coach Buffalo Bills
- Michael R. Hickey - Historian and Author[4]
- Jeff Jagodzinski - Football coach at Green Bay Packers and Boston College
- Matt Turk - Houston Texans Starting Punter
- Isabella Hofmann - Actress (attended)
- Dave Vander Meulen UW whitewater Basketball Coach from 1978-2001 . He won the first two national titles in school history.
- Emmy Fink - Television news personality at WBUW in Madison, Wisconsin.
- Matt Johnson - Newspaper editor and columnist with the River Valley Newspaper Group in La Crosse, Wisconsin.[5]
[edit] References
Bohi, M. Janette. A history of Wisconsin State University, Whitewater, 1868-1968. Whitewater, Wis.: Whitewater State University Foundation, 1967.
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