River Falls, WI News

• River Falls, WI News
• Falcon softball player Ashley Goettl stops to greet Freddy Falcon before throwin...
• Coming soon to a UWRF metered lot near you... Parking meters that text you when...
• Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Memorial Day weekend.
• A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for River Falls. Take care as the...
• Falcon Youth Horsemanship Academy Slated for July at UWRF
• University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Purnendu C. Vasavada to receive the GMA...
• Ray Tiemann re-elected bishop of ELCA Southwestern Texas Synod
• How will the new voter residency requirements affect your eligibility to vote in...
• Need summer course books? Textbook Services offers pickup M-F, 8 am-4 pm or via...
• Great tips for college students considering obtaining a credit card:
• Outdoor Grill (burgers, brats, hotdogs & sides) begins tomorrow, Thurs. May 24,...
• ELCA synod bishop says hope remains in tornado-ravaged town
• UWRF SCISCD/Habitat for Humanity collaboration project, Eco Village, breaks grou...
• Great article about our record-setting gift announced at our recent Campaign Pre...
• Summer Session class information can be found at The first...
• ELCA cultivates students' passion into action to help end malaria
• How are you spending your summer? Next year, consider our Summer Scholars progra...
• James Nieman elected president of Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
• View photos from this weekend's commencement online:
• Falcon softball plays Luther College at 11 am today. Winner advances to NCAA Div...
• Great story about one our elementary education students, Amara Treuenfels:
• Congratulations to all of our Spring 2012 Graduates!
• Calling all grads entering the job market... Don't forget these resumé tips from...
• The 9th annual "Don't Throw It, Donate It" residence hall collection is underway...
• Congratulations to Siemens Sustainable Community Awards Finalists, UWRF's SCISCD...
• UWRF to sponsor Success Saturdays with the Saint Paul Saints
• Called into the world, ELCA young adults put their faith into action
• Check out our auction items:
• Our sincere condolences to the family of M. Wayne Wolfe, age 93, former UWRF vic...
• Watch commencement live on Saturday, May 12 at:
• Congratulations to DoTS Manager, Mary-Alice Muraski, for being named one of 100...
• Great article for upcoming college grads entering the workforce:
• Congratulations to the UW-River Falls softball team on winning the WIAC tourney...
• Burkat re-elected bishop of ELCA Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod
• Due to unpredictable weather this evening and our priority to keep our staff, au...
• A quick shout-out to all of our campus visitors today... Hope you had a wonderfu...
• Tonight: May 3, 6 pm-2 am, Jr's Bar & Grill, Rock N Stock music event by UWRF Ma...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Heads up on campus as a severe thunderstorm will be rolling through around 11 a.m.
• UWRF Foundation launched our first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign Satur...
• Start your morning by enjoying this beautiful snippet from the UWRF men's choir...
• UW-River Falls Planning for International Outreach:
• Ever wonder what your favorite celebrity majored in during college? Check out th...
• D. Jensen Seyenkulo elected bishop of Lutheran Church in Liberia
• Fri, May 4, 6 pm, Wall Amphitheatre: Finals Fest 2012 Featuring Cloud Cult, Jere...
• Planned water outage for today canceled & is rescheduled for Wednesday. Addition...
• Water shut off to KFA, CSH & Rodli Hall on Tues, May 1, from 9 am-noon due to th...
• Shelley Wickstrom elected bishop of ELCA Alaska Synod
• James Gonia elected bishop of ELCA Rocky Mountain Synod
• Kanouse re-elected bishop of ELCA Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana Synod
• Sun, April 29, 3 p.m., ACH, KFA, "Songs Around the World." Tickets at the door:...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• UWRF Softball Team Holds Hit For Lupus Event on Saturday
• ELCA bishop urges Congress to quickly enact U.S. immigration reform
• Student billing statements are now available in eSIS Student Center instead of Q...
• Plant Sale: April 26-27, 9 am-4 pm, N patio, UC. UWRF grown hanging baskets, pat...
• Due to weather projections, Unity in the Community will be moved indoors today.
• UWRF Physics found the perfect way to enjoy a spring day...
• Tues, April 24: 8:30 pm 271 CSH, "Star-Crossed: Astronomy & Shakespeare" by Eile...
• Come join our 'Pathway to Distinction' celebration set for Thursday, April 26: h...
• Have seen Richard III yet? Here's a sneak peek:
• “Leading Ladies: Reflections on Women, Work, Identity and Leadership" presented...
• Update from the city on water situation associated with the Cascade project.
• Water outage notice for Tuesday, April 24 due to the Cascade Construction Project.
• Check out what's going on in the UC today...
• The children at The University Preschool practiced a tornado drill on April 18 i...
• Wyman Series: Terra Madre (Mother Earth) Sun, April 22, 7:30 pm, Falcon's Nest,...
• UWRF would like to extend a warm welcome to the 125 visiting students and their...
• And the winner is...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Just Local Event: Fri, April 20. On-Campus Fair: 11am-2 pm, Falcon’s Nest, UC. M...
• University Theatre presents “Richard II” April 19-21 & April 26-28 at 7:30 p.m....
• April 16-20 is Tornado & Severe Weather Awareness Week in WI. Sirens will sound...
• Please see the city's update on water outages for Thursday.
• ELCA council approves 2012 budget revisions, attends to mission funding
• Student Health Fair April 18, 10 am-2 pm, Ballroom, UC. Free & Open to the Publi...
• Vote for your favorite flavor of CAFES Centennial ice cream.
• Check out the all the incredible student artwork in the library!
• Congratulations CSIS students!
• 3 one-hour open forums to discuss a possible tobacco-free campus: 4/16 3:30-4:30...
• Great event sponsored by the History Club.
• Fun activity for this Saturday!
• The Q metered lot located off of Spring Street will be reserved on the following...
• Attention upcoming graduates! Important info to note.
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Message from the City of River Falls concerning the unplanned water outage: The...
• Great student video about UWRF's Ducks Unlimited Chapter's pond restoration proj...
• ELCA is striving to begin anti-malaria work in Liberia
• Calling all alumni! You don't want to miss this event:
• In 1937 Student Senate was created to give a voice to student opinions on campus.
• River Falls State Teacher's College held its first homecoming game on November 1...
• Fact of the Week: UWRF is located in the 1st (Hudson Center/St. Croix) & 8th (Ma...
• Thursday, April 12, 6 p.m., Falcon's Nest, UC, Asian Awareness Month: Hmong Arch...
• CAFES Spring Compost Sale Info
• Great event tonight!
• Mower Tune-Up: April 14 & 15, 9 am-5 pm. Riding/$70; Push/$40. Pick up/$20. Cont...
• Construction Update: Original plans to close Spruce Street to traffic from 9am-3...
• Spruce Street Closed on Wed. April 11 & possibly Thurs. April 12 due to construc...
• What was your favorite play? Watch and then vote:
• Sad news about our first Honorary Doctorate recipient, coincidentally mentioned...
• Congratulations, members-elect!
• Do you know what Career Services can do for you? Watch and find out:
• The Spring/Summer 2012 Graduation List of Candidates for bachelor's and master's...
• Tuesday, April 10, 6-9 p.m., UC, International Bazaar hosted by the Internationa...
• 2012 Easter message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson
• Cascade Construction Plan Updates for Upcoming Week: • Removal of existing str...
• Heads up on the library status this weekend...
• Great opportunity to learn about studying abroad!
• Congratulations to Becky Ponick!
• Great idea for those in town this weekend!
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Three-Day Western Horse Clinic offered at UWRF June 8-10:
• UW-River Falls Students Compete at National Collegiate Meat Animal Evaluation Co...
• The Student Voice began publication in 1916. It was a weekly campus newspaper c...
• 46th annual Commissioned Composer Concert, April 5, 7:30 pm, Abbott Concert Hall...
• Delegation visits UWRF ‘Experience China’ program site
• ELCA Disaster Response addresses food crisis in West, Central Africa
• Thurs. April 5: “One Day Without Shoes.” Kickoff 6 pm, Falcon’s Nest. Walk a mil...
• Falcon Foods brat sale $3.50 per lb in limited varieties. Also several flavors o...
• Cascade construction begins tomorrow. Learn more with this video:
• Great story about Physics professor, James Madsen, Antarctica's IceCube Neutrino...
• ELCA leaders say immigration reform is a federal matter
• UW-River Falls Students Inducted into Physics Honor Society
• Great new Timeline feature for pages!
• Registration for free networking social event Thurs., April 5, 5-6 p.m. in the T...
• Great global opportunity in China!
• Beautiful spring photos of campus!
• Tues., April 3, Riverview Ballroom, UC: S. Mark Tyler to serve as Executive in R...
• Tues, April 3, 6 pm, Kinnic Theater, UC, "Free Speech on College Campuses: Its...
• Nilsestuen Endowment Established at UW-River Falls
• Monday, April 2, 6-7 p.m., North Hall auditorium, Japanese Dance "Sansei Yonsei...
• UWRF Art Students Present Senior Exhibition Gallery 101, KFA, April 2-9
• BSU & Diversity Organizations Coalition sponsor "Hoodies for Justice Day," Monda...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Students partner with RF Lions Club for 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt Sat., March 3...
• Some 44 UWRF students and staff including Chancellor Van Galen boarded a bus at...
• Fri, March 30, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., UC, "Feeding the World, Sustaining the Land, Inspi...
• Metered lot will be closed tomorrow, Friday, March 30 due to a conference.
• Thurs., March 29, 4 p.m., 271 CSH, Biotechnology Seminar: "Responses of Arteries...
• Congratulations to professors Larson & Prochnow:
• Wed., March 28, 8 pm, 271 CSH, "When Computers Were Female: Women in Astronomy,"...
• Wed, March 28, 7:30 pm, Falcon's Nest, UC, Musician Noah Hoehn on harmonica & ma...
• Wednesday, March 28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Falls Room, UC, AmeriCorps Info Session.
• Lenoir-Rhyne University, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary to merge
• All invited to attend a special 10th Anniversary CRSCA celebration Tuesday, Marc...
• UWRF Dance Theatre March 27-31, 7:30 pm, Blanche Davis Theater, KFA. $5/student...
• Dr. Roger McVey solo piano concert on Tues., March 27th at 7:30pm, celebrates hi...
• Tonight: March 27, 5-7 pm, Ballroom, UC, Bowls for Hope. Benefits RF Food Pantry...
• ELCA leaders respond to the shooting death of Trayvon Martin
• Congratulations to our two Alice in Dairyland Finalists!
• UWRF Marketing Communications students hold a dress drive to benefit girls in ne...
• Congratulations to our WIAC team members! bit.ly/H1Hw9B bit.ly/GOB6wR bit.ly/G...
• Congratulations to Ashley Goettl!
• New leadership for three ELCA higher education institutions
• Sun, March 25, 6-9 pm, Ballroom, UC, Destination Celebration. Presentations by D...
• Who doesn't want to save $100?
• Congratulations to some very talented Falcons!
• Animal and Food Sciences is taking orders for Berkshire pork through April 6. Co...
• Local alumna named "Teacher of the Year" by WI Council for the Social Studies: h...
• Spring Research, Scholarly & Creative Activity Day (April 19) abstracts accepted...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• St. Croix River Basin conference/scholarships. Request app forms: (Due March 30)...
• Help CAFES name their new ice cream flavor and win $100!
• Chancellor’s Student Ambassadors (CSA) accepting 2012-13 applications thru April...
• Thurs, March 22, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, Falcon Band Spring Concert...
• ELCA members strive to reduce hunger in the United States
• Check out the new video about our Dairy Science program:
• Come hear Star Tribune, Managing Editor of Operations, Duchesne Drew, speak. Thu...
• Informal listening sessions with the Chancellor held this week: Wed. March 21, 1...
• Attention budding videographers! River Falls Municipalities has an electricity c...
• Did you know? This week is the 50th anniversary of National Poison Prevention week.
• Wed., March 28, 8 p.m., 271 CSH, "When Computers Were Female: Women in Astronomy...
• Tues, March 20, 12:30-1:45 pm, Kinni Theatre, UC, Duchess Harris: "Black Feminis...
• River Falls Roots And Bluegrass Festival 2012
• ELCA presiding bishop to speak at Coexist prize ceremony
• New Falcon Shop hours: Mon-Thurs 8 am-5 pm; Fri 8 am-4 pm; Sat, 11 am-3 pm; clos...
• UWRF Campus Community: SWG is looking for your feedback on a definition of susta...
• Craving some show tunes? Check out this mix of selections from the musical, "Chi...
• Students/Alumni: Deadline to nominate a teacher or adviser for the Distinguished...
• Welcome back from break, everyone! Hope you are all enjoying the wonderful sprin...
• ELCA remains engaged in Japan one year later
• Congratulations to UWRF Student, McKenzie Baecker for being named 1 of 12 I-CAL...
• Construction on Cascade is scheduled to begin in April. Learn more at this publi...
• Former UWRF professor, Pat Ferguson, to be featured at book signing and tea. htt...
• ELCA releases draft social statement on criminal justice
• Students: Have you filed your taxes yet? Learn how you can e-file for free: http...
• Great story about some of students who are spending their spring break paying it...
• 2011 Distinguished Alumnus, Juleen Zierath, discusses the effects of exercise/ca...
• UWRF surplus property sale 8-11:30 am on Wed, March 14, at Rodli Hall. Enter thr...
• Congrats to our 2012 Summer Scholars!
• ELCA bishops gather for mutual sharing of ministries, worship and study
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Falcon Foods Pork Chops @ $1.50 per pound. 11 am-1 pm on Weds & 3-5 pm. Weds-Fri...
• UW-River Falls student Harmony Hanson of Amery shares her research on oral histo...
• Thurs., March 8, 7:30 p.m., ACH, KFA, UWRF Symphony Band & University Band Conce...
• FREE Fan Bus Set for Trip to NCAA Women's Hockey Game on Saturday bit.ly/wPsOCq
• Wed., March 7, 5-8 p.m., Syse Theatre, KFA, Theatre: Sr Showcase. Free and open...
• Tickets available for Bowls for Hope Event, Tuesday, March 27, from 5-7 p.m. htt...
• Congratulations to the UWRF women's hockey team! Photos from their big win Satur...
• Saint Patrick's Day Celebration
• Happy Friday and a warm UWRF welcome to the 100+ families visiting campus today.
• ELCA, Israeli government representatives meet
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• A group of UWRF students recently participated in a Habitat for Humanity build i...
• 7:30 p.m., Tonight, Falcon's Nest, UC, "All Religions are Basically the Same," b...
• UWRF Men's Hockey Coach, Steve Freeman named WIAC Coach of the Year
• Lots of big games coming up for men's and women's basketball and women's hockey....
• Happy National Peace Corps Day! Don't miss the last 2 days of the Peace Corps Ex...
• Reminder to all engineering enthusiasts entering 8th grade in the fall... our Ca...
• Feb. 29-March 7, Gallery 101, KFA. Enjoy BFA Degree Exhibitions of panoramic pho...
• Falcon Shop Leap Day Sale! 25% off hoodies, sweatpants, outerwear, winter hats &...
• Wed., Feb. 29, 2-3:15 p.m., Kinni Theater, UC, Film: "Made in China."
• Calling all leap-year birthday folks on campus... University Communications want...
• Fact of the Week: UW-River Falls deemed most energy efficient campus in the UW S...
• We extend our sincere condolences to the family of Terry Willson, Former Directo...
• Congratulations to our WIAC Men's Basketball champs!
• Commuter Alert: There may be some delays on your commute this morning if you are...
• Civil rights advocate and litigator, Michelle Alexander, is coming to UWRF Feb....
• Spring Morning with a Professor Lecture Series Set at UWRF.
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Wanna throw a pie in a UC Staff Member's face? (And support the UC's Relay for L...
• Several vehicles, a lawn mower, and tools have been posted for auction on
• Did you know that there are technology discounts available through the universit...
• Ever considered playing intramural broomball at UWRF? Check out this video: http...
• ELCA, Catholic leaders celebrate their Christian unity, continue dialogue
• Students: Register now for the 12th Annual Symposium for Undergraduate Research...
• Jazzing it up! Feb 24: Jazz Fest, all day, KFA & Jazz Club Cabaret, 7:30 pm, UC;...
• Theater production "Almost, Maine" debuts tomorrow, runs Feb. 23-25, 28-29, Marc...
• Check out the Falcon Shop clearance sale on select hooded sweatshirts, tank tops...
• Explore WI gold exploration: “Is Thar Gold in Them Thar Hills? Feb. 22, 5-6 pm,...
• Tues. Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Karges, No. 4 seed UWRF women's basketball vs. No. 5 seed...
• Tues, Feb. 21, 5:30-7 pm, Journey House, 10th Annual Soul Food Dinner. $7/public...
• ELCA and Missouri Synod leaders continue conversations together
• Work Study Students: Communications has a typesetting project. Approx. 24 hours....
• Holst scores 1,000th career point Saturday
• Summer 2012 registration begins today and will continue to the first day of the...
• Ann Svennungsen elected bishop of the ELCA Minneapolis Area Synod
• Thanks to all the dancers who performed in "Dancing with the Stars." Great photo...
• We are excited to welcome 250 student leaders from around WI to UWRF this weeke...
• Exciting UWRF sports events to catch this Saturday: Basketball - Women's 3 pm &...
• Sodexo students, faculty & staff survey. Chance to win a $25 Dining Gift Card. E...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, hosts "Dancing With the Stars" tonight 7-9 p.m.
• Celebration of Life Reception for George R. Field, UWRF President, Chancellor he...
• ELCA, North American Lutheran Church leaders meet for the first time
• UW-River Falls University Theater Presents “Almost Maine.”
• Summer Camp for Exploring Engineering Set at UW-River Falls
• Fact of the Week: Our MBA program is one of only 3 programs in the Twin Cities m...
• First spring Astronomy Talk tomorrow, Feb 15, 7 pm, Room 271 CSH. "GRACE, GOCE,...
• Congratulations to Mike Sandle on your record-breaking jump this weekend!
• UWRF Horticulture Society Valentine's Day sale today & tomorrow 9 am-3 pm, UC.
• UWRF mourns the loss of former Chancellor George R. Field.
• UWRF is now using readMedia for larger news releases & online student achievemen...
• Photo Fun Friday: First one to indicate the building AND actual location of this...
• Remember to wear pink at the Falcon basketball Play4Kay event, Sat. Feb 11, 3 pm...
• UWRF BSU hosting African Night tonight, Fri., Feb. 10, 7-9 pm Falcon’s Nest, UC...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Interested in Photoshop? Take a noncredit, online class for $95. Contact Outreac...
• UW-River Falls & UW-Oshkosh send care packages to UW-L
• UWRF Art Department Wearable Art Show in Gallery 101 of KFA Feb.8-23.
• Thurs, Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, Korean Traditional Music.
• 2012 Association for International Development Video Series presents “Hugo Chave...
• UWRF Alum Qualifies for 2012 Olympic Marathon Trials
• Lutherans break ground for a new resettlement village in Haiti
• Congratulations to the women's hockey team for their 7-0 win over Concordia Sat....
• Food Drive to benefit the River Falls Community Pantry. Donation drop off: WEB 2...
• Former UW-River Falls assistant football coach Newt Greaser to be inducted into...
• In honor of National School Counseling Week speaker on cyber bullying & internet...
• Congratulations to the Men's hockey team 3-2 victory over Eau Claire last night....
• Tropical Dance, Fri, Feb. 3, 8 -11 pm. Falcon’s Nest, UC. Wear shorts & t-shirts...
• Admissions Office has student worker positions (FOCUS member or Tour Guide) avai...
• Free karate lessons for kids, Fri. Feb 3 5:30-6:30 Aerobics Room, Nelson Buildin...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• On-Campus jobs with NSFP. Applications due by noon Feb. 20.
• Did you know? Tomorrow, Feb 3, is "Wear Red day" in honor of National Heart Mont...
• Happy Groundhog's Day! Here's a little flashback to last winter... You know, whe...
• Congrats to all the former UWRF players named to the WIAC All-Time Team:
• QM and QVP metered parking lots will be closed on Friday, Feb. 3, for conference...
• Reminder: Be alert when crossing Cascade. You have the right of way but drivers...
• UW-River Falls Dairy Pilot Plant Hires New Manager
• UW-River Falls Leads Four-Year UW System Campuses in Energy Efficiency
• MN Job & Internship Fair, Feb. 20, Mlps Convention Center 10 am-3 pm. $25 Pre-re...
• Women's Hockey hosts "Skate with the Falcons" this Saturday, Feb. 4 after 2:05 p...
• ELCA presiding bishop supports Syrian church leaders' call for peace
• Wellness Challenge Feb. 6-March 4. Fun, free opportunity to improve your wellnes...
• ELCA leaders' effort to protect families pays off
• CPR training is offered on campus on Wed Feb 15th 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. & Thurs, Feb...
• 2012 Semester Abroad: Europe informational program meeting, Tues. Jan 31 7-9 pm...
• NSSE survey results indicate above average student satisfaction results for UW-R...
• Fri, Jan. 27, 9-10 p.m., Falcon's Nest, UC, Preston Pugmire. Beats, guitars, bas...
• Tuition help is available. Apply for UWRF scholarships by Feb 7 within eSIS. For...
• UWRF students available to help low income families with tax prep:
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• 2012 Pilot UWRF Summer Scholars Program applications due Feb. 8. Watch a video s...
• Spring Semester Writing Center Hours: Sun 4-9 pm; Mon-Thurs 8 am- 9 pm; Fri 8-2...
• TGIF just get even better with Sodexo's new "$5 Fridays" in Riverside Commons, U...
• Congratulations to students selected to present at the 2012 NCUR at Weber State...
• Come learn about the Peace Corps today, Jan 25, in Kinnickinnic Theater, UC at 7...
• Winter arrived just in time for Freeze Fest's start today. Check out the schedul...
• Congratulations to the UWRF Crops & Soils Program for their representation at Na...
• UWRF successfully hosted our first Science Olympiad this past weekend.
• Notice: Due to the recent snow, the City of River Falls will be plowing and enfo...
• Monday, Jan. 23-Feb. 3, Harriet Barry Gallery, Davee Library, Art exhibit by gra...
• Are you a new student who missed registration last week? Schedule an appointment...
• Feeling sluggish after the long break? Check out these free fitness activities s...
• Palestinian Lutheran pastor to receive 'German Media Award'
• Welcome back, everyone! Wishing you all a great first week of classes.
• Explore campus with a virtual tour! Visit:
• It’s coming! Construction on the new Cascade Avenue project will begin soon. Lea...
• UWRF receives STARS Silver Rating for sustainability achievements bit.ly/xP0Gnk
• Sorry about any extra feeds you get from us today. Facebook is being quirky today.
• Hey Alumni! Did you know the Alumni Association has a new FB page? "Like" them t...
• WOW begins for most students Friday. Check out the schedule here:
• Huge thank you to Arlin & Marilyn Albrecht for their support of our new scholars...
• You know it's been a long J Term when even our squirrels are needing a morning j...
• Tonight: Tues. Jan. 10 7-8:30 pm: Financial Aid Night at UWRF. Geared towards hi...
• UWRF School Psychology Program will be hosting an Open House for prospective stu...
• Mark your calendars: Spring Semester Opening Week events Jan. 16-20:
• Still time to apply for Spring 2012. Submit your application today! Visit www.uw...
• Reminder: Application period for UWRF 2012-13 scholarships is Jan 4- Feb 7. For...
• Happy New Year, UWRF! Wishing everyone a wonderful 2012.
• Great work, Marketing Communications students!
• Apps for the 2012 UWRF Summer Scholars program are due 2/18/12. More info:
• Lutherans invite students to help end malaria
• Congratulations maintaining on your AACSB accreditation, CBE!
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Freddy’s Convenience Store will be open 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Dec 23 & Dec. 27– 30....
• Lutheran-Anglican-Episcopal meeting a sign of hope for the church
• Fact of the Week: Over 63% of UWRF residence hall students stay on campus in the...
• Save the date! UWRF Fair for On-Campus Jobs, Feb. 8, 2012. UC Ballroom.
• Please enjoy this collection of commencement photos:
• Finals week mantra from the Little Engine Who Could: "I think I can, I think I c...
• UWRF Students Get a “Buzz” Out of Learning Biology
• Good morning to our 470 new alumni! Congratulations, graduates!
• Sat., Dec. 17, 3 p.m., Hunt Arena Skating School's Annual Ice Show, "A Magical D...
• Fun video of last weekend's UWRF Jazz Nutcracker Suite & Swing Dance at the Land...
• Congratulations to all of our students graduating this weekend. You make us prou...
• 2011 Christmas message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson
• UWRF Poultry Club has whole, freshly frozen chickens between 4-6.5 lbs for sale...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• UWRF Diversity Art Contest
• Friday is last day of Toys For Tots collection around campus. Donate new, unwrap...
• J Term classes still open: Students can register for J Term classes through Tues...
• Last day for the UWRF Art Department Annual Scholarship Sale! Gallery 101, KFA....
• View UWRF news on the UWRF main page under "News Headlines" or visit
• Host Families Needed: 20 international students are in need of families by Jan....
• Fact of the Week: It's never too late to return to school. The average age of st...
• Finish what you started. Business courses leading to a BS in Business are offere...
• David Swensen addressed the UWRF Community earlier today:
• Enjoy this photo slideshow from the UWRF Jazz Nutcracker Suite & Swing Dance at...
• Bowls for Hope fundraiser tickets available:
• Flashback share: Lipdub video by Falcon Programs:
• UWRF Outstanding Service Award recipients named.
• Diversity Organization Coalition Fall Graduation and Recognition Reception Tue,...
• Today 10 am-3 pm, First National Band of River Falls, UWRF branch, UC, is offeri...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Chancellor Van Galen would like to invite all students, faculty, staff, & emerti...
• Yale Chief Investment Officer, David Swensen, to present a lecture on Mon., Dec....
• Yale Chief Investment office, David Swensen, to present a lecture on Mon., Dec....
• Secretary of State Clinton highlights the work of ELCA-related ministries
• Come cheer on UWRF women's hockey: Fri. Dec 9 @ 7:05 pm & Sat. 2:05 pm. Ranked 8...
• Thursday, Dec. 8, 3:30 & 3:55 p.m., 15 North Hall, Student Mathematics Seminars....
• Thurs., Dec. 8, 3-4:15 p.m., Kinnickinnic Theater, UC, "Neither Rhyme No Reason....
• UWRF Accounting Society is sponsoring Toys For Tots collection boxes on campus t...
• “Boys Next Door” runs 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8-10 and 15-17 in the Blanche Davis Theatre...
• Annual Horticulture Society Poinsettia sale: Dec. 7- 8: 9 am-3 pm, UC lobby; Dec...
• Parents, need a break? Sun, Dec. 11, 3-5 p.m. UWRF Athletics Student Athlete Adv...
• Fact of the Week: UWRF sent the largest delegation to the 2011 National Conferen...
• Hoilday safety tips can be found at the UWRF Risk Management website at
• Wed, Dec. 7, 7:30-9 p.m., Falcon's Nest, UC, 3rd Annual Spoken Word Poetry Jam s...
• Dec. 5-20, Harriet Barry Gallery, Davee Library, Exhibit of Chinese Minority Gar...
• Welcome to the 200+ prospective students visiting campus today!
• Food Science Club is selling fully cooked 8-11 lbs smoked turkeys. Limited avail...
• Falcon Shop's One Day Sale is today! Enjoy 20% off UWRF clothing and gift items...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Notice: The Metered Parking Lot will be closed tomorrow due to a Campus Visit Day.
• UWRF Women's basketball player,Tiffany Gregorich, reaches 1,000 point career mil...
• Former UWRF Assistant Football Coach named HS coach of the year by WFGA/Packers...
• Nine Crops and Soils program students represent UWRF at Texas SASES
• Jazz Nutcracker Suite/Holiday Swing Dance. Fri, Dec. 9. $25 Public/Students Free...
• Fact of the Week: Both our women's and men's basketball and hockey teams are cur...
• ELCA, Episcopal presiding bishops remember lives lost to HIV, AIDS
• Fall 2011-12 Graduation list available: Registrar's Office...
• UWRF Native American Council invites you to join them for an informational meeti...
• Nov. 30, 5-6 pm, 114 Ag Sci: "Emerald Ash Borer: Management & Advancements in Co...
• Nov 30, 7:30 pm Kao Kalia Yang Riverview Ballroom, UC Lecture & Book Signing, Fr...
• New Spring Students: Mark your calendars for New Student Registration 1/19/12 ht...
• Congratulations to the UWRF Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Western Show...
• Ag Funding to Benefit UWRF and 2 other UW Schools:
• UWRF Art Department presents its Annual Scholarship Sale in Gallery Nov. 30-Dec....
• Lot's of wonderful UWRF music events in December. Learn more here:
• No mail or package delivery on Fri, Nov. 25, as Central Stores & Postal Services...
• Notice: Campus power outage is due to a blown transformer. City is on the way to...
• UW System has released updated guidance on political campaign activities at UW i...
• Falcon Shop has lots of imprinted 1 & 3 subject notebooks at the close-out price...
• Reminder: As of Dec. 31 @uwrf.edu student addresses will not be delivered. Stude...
• Be alert! Snow & ice heightens the need to be cautious. Pedestrians have right o...
• Happy "World Hello Day!" Try to say "Hello" to at least 10 people today.
• Presiding bishop says ELCA is deeply rooted in God's mission
• UWRF Chapter of NSSLHA hosting a new & used children's book drive for Turning Po...
• Fri., November 18 SubConnection is offering $1 six-inch subs. Choose any sub fro...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Jazz Nutcracker Suite & Holiday Swing Dance. Landmark Center on Friday, Dec. 9....
• Thursday, Nov. 17, 2-3 p.m., Kinnickinnic Theater, UC, Documentary "Fire and Ear...
• ELCA Church Council responds to actions of the 2011 Churchwide Assembly
• ELCA Board of Pensions announces name change to Portico Benefit Services
• New this week in Falcon Foods: Fresh cheese curds; bird suet; angus beef boxes w...
• Please complete a short survey of 9 questions concerning a Bike-Share program at...
• Graduating? Fall Commencement is Sun. Dec. 18, 2011 at 2pm. Get all your info on...
• Wed. Nov. 16, 8 pm 271 CSH “The Star of Bethlehem” Viewing @ 8:30 pm. For more i...
• Studying abroad soon? See these Traveling Abroad Tips from UWRF Global Connectio...
• Nov. 14, 7:30 pm, Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra:...
• Fact of the Week: Per most recent data available UWRF is the #2 UW school with t...
• Happy International Education Week! Nov 14-18. Learn more about campus events he...
• Veterans Day Reading:
• ELCA bishop visits White House to discuss Israeli-Palestinian conflict
• ELCA Board of Pensions Trustees announce annuity adjustment for 2012
• Happy Veterans Day! #UWVets
• Welcome to the 300 visitors on campus today (and those of you coming tomorrow as...
• Sat., Nov. 12, 7:45-10 a.m., Ramer Field, HHP Club "13th Annual Turkey Trot 5K 1...
• Stratton & McMillan Halls present "Fall Ball Carnival Masquerade" this Sat. Oct...
• Sun. Nov. 13, at 3 p.m. Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell Fine Arts building: UW-Ri...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Made your plans for J Term yet? Consider taking a class or going on a short stud...
• BFA Exhibit: Nov. 2-9 KFA. Mon.- Fri. 9 am-5 pm & 7-9 pm; Sun. 2-4 pm. Info: Art...
• Happy Halloween! Please enjoy this spooktacular "thriller" flashback from last...
• Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Pete's Creek, UC, Drop off non-perishable food i...
• Fri. Nov 4 Grad Ap deadline for all Bachelor &Master Degree students not partici...
• Sat., Oct. 29, Family Day. Inviting students, family, friends, staff, & alumni t...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• UWRF Society of Physics Students & Chem Demons Annual Haunted Lab: Sat. Oct. 29,...
• Opening night: "All Shook Up" Blanche Davis Theatre KFA 103. 7:30. Musical featu...
• Thurs. Oct 27, 7 pm UC Ballroom: Howie Padilla speaks on Communications Professi...
• Thurs, Oct. 27, 2-3 p.m., Riverview Ballroom, UC, Exec.-in-Res. Dale Lindquist,...
• UWRF surplus property sale: 8 a.m.-noon Fri, Oct. 28, Rodli Hall. Enter through...
• Thurs. Oct. 27, 7-9 pm: Haunted UWRF Tours: Discover our haunted history! Tours...
• Happy Campus Sustainability Day! Learn more about today's events here:
• ELCA members respond to record-level rainfall in Central America
• Thank you Wisconsin Covenant & Student Life Pay It Forward Committee volunteers...
• Graduating? Get all your grad biz completed in one place: Countdown to Commencem...
• Fact of the Week: UWRF consistently ranks in the top 5-10% for physics majors. 2...
• Student flu vaccine clinic Wed., Oct. 26, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wind River Room, UC....
• Looking for adult Halloween fun? Check out 2nd Annual BroomStick Gala co-sponsor...
• Bargain Hunter Alert! Beginning today, Oct. 24, through Sat. Oct. 29, all short-...
• Help the Kinnickinnic Backpack Program fight hunger. Download a flyer to learn a...
• Halloween is coming! Ready for kiddies trick or treating in the res halls Oct. 2...
• Sat, Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m., UC, RADD Jazz Series Presents UWRF Jazz Ensemble. Free...
• Sun, Oct. 23, 3 p.m., ACH, KFA, St. Croix Valley Music Teachers Assoc. Free Pian...
• Stop by Falcon Foods to buy cheese curds & pork chops fresh from UWRF farms. 11...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Our sincere condolences to the family of R. Michael Barrrett, who died Oct. 12....
• UWRF Soccer Team Plays for a Cause: Pancreatic Cancer, Sat. Oct. 22, 2 pm, Rame...
• Calling all alums! What did you enjoy most about your experience at River Falls?...
• Extending a warm welcome to all the prospective students and their parents visit...
• Thurs, Oct. 20, 4 p.m., Kinnickinnic Theater, UC, Free Film Screening: "Attack...
• Online noncredit classes are offered for professional development or enjoyment....
• WiTEACH students receive scholarships:
• Career Fair Today, 10-3 UC Ballroom. ONLY students wearing professional attire...
• Wed, 10/19, 8:15 p.m., 271 CSH “Worlds Beyond the Solar System: Extra-Solar Plan...
• This year's "Experimental Learning Projects" have been launched. Learn more: htt...
• Semester Abroad: Europe program info meetings: Tues, Oct. 18, 5 p.m. 141 KFA & M...
• UWRF's First Official Glass Club meeting will be held THIS TUESDAY, October 18th...
• Career Fair Wed, Oct 19. Prep Session: Oct. 17, 2-4 Falcon’s Nest. Help Tables:...
• Destination program info UC lobby on Mon, Oct. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. & Wed. , Oct....
• Sun., Oct. 16, 3 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, Free trio concert. McVey, piano; Hil...
• Extending a warm welcome to the students and families visiting campus today. Sor...
• Roth to be installed bishop of ELCA Central/Southern Illinois Synod Oct. 15
• The historic kiln affectionately known as "Goliah" which generated the bulk of t...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• Walk-in flu shots are available at River Falls Medical Clinic 8 am-8 pm & are FR...
• J-Term 2011-12 Registration begins today, Oct. 10-Dec 27. No advisor appts. nec...
• Free program on world hunger, “World Food Day,” 12:30-3:30 p.m. Thurs. Oct. 13,...
• ELCA bishops value ecumenical partners, consider critical mission topics
• Registration for the ELCA’s 2012 Youth Gathering to open
• Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Lutheran African peace activist
• Learn about all of UWRF’s Study Abroad Activities at the Study Abroad Fair, 10 a...
• Everyone loves a parade! Join us Sat., Oct. 8, 10:30 a.m., Main Street, downtown...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• ELCA presiding bishop says building trust is key work of this church
• Saturday, Oct. 8, 8 p.m., Riverview Ballroom, UC, Comedian Roy Wood Jr. Contact...
• Miss Wisconsin to take part in Falcon Homecoming festivities this weekend.
• Grad school bound? The GRE® is revised. Learn about the changes, test structure,...
• Alumni & friends: Join our Homecoming 5K race Sat., Oct. 8, 8-9:15 a.m., Ramer F...
• Homecoming t-shirts on sale through Sun. $5 at the Info Desk in the UC. Bring y...
• Need add/drops, transcripts, or graduation info? Visit the Registrar's Office in...
• Staff/Students: We are looking for fall shots of campus for a UW system project...
• BinGO Falcons! Tues, Oct. 4, 8-9:30 p.m., Falcon's Nest, UC. Homecoming Bingo f...
• Jessica Crist elected chair of the ELCA Conference of Bishops
• Interstate Park fall hike. Staff, students & community welcome. Transportation/l...
• Sat. Oct. 1, 10:30 a.m., Baldwin Library, "Saga of the Baldwin Boulder" by UWRF...
• View student & faculty art on campus. Oct. 5-7, 20th Annual Outdoor Art Install...
• Free "Polymorphic Membranes" Art exhibit open to students & public in KFA Oct. 5...
• Time for Thursday Facebook Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the firs...
• View a schedule of all of all of our upcoming homecoming events for next week O...
• Students: The application date for NCUR is approaching. Abstracts will be accept...
• Spencer West: "The Power Of We: Overcoming Obstacles to Make a Difference" Wed....
• UWRF Horticultural Society Plant Sale Wed-Thurs, Sept. 28-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., UC...
• Donations of winter coats, snow pants, boots, hats, & mittens are being collecte...
• “The Information Age has Ended. Welcome to the Global Information Age" presented...
• UW-River Falls Joins Internationalization Laboratory Cohort
• Get a front row seat at games! Falcon Athletics is looking for announcers & cloc...
• ELCA Bishop Extends Support For Lutherans In Jordan, Holy Land
• Calling all Falcons & River Falls Community! Sign up to donate blood next Tues-T...
• Students: Please complete this URSCA survey on your perception & interest in und...
• Looking for a fun, free off-campus activity? Check out Frisbee golf at nearby Ho...
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• UWRF journalism professor emeritus, Michael Norman, releasing third edition of H...
• 80+ employers attending the Career Fair on Wed, Oct. 19! Visit the website htt...
• Kreiss to be installed as bishop of ELCA Southeast Michigan Synod
• Who Are You? Identity Awareness Session held in the Falls Room in the UC today...
• Learn to skate or amp up your skills. Skate School at Hunt Arena! Starts Sat., O...
• UW-River Falls Ranked in Top Tier of Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World R...
• ELCA, African Methodist Episcopal Zion leaders gather for historic summit
• FREE Wyman Series concerts begin Thurs., Sept 22 7:30 pm. East Indian concert w...
• Former economics professor, Charles Kao was on campus for economic summit and an...
• Sat Sept. 17, 7 a.m.-noon, Lab Farm I, Cemetery Rd/Wasson Lane, AWA Breakfast on...
• Falcon Foods fall flavored brats: Apple, Cinnamon, Honey, Onion, Wild Rice $4 /l...
• Did you know we now offer a health and wellness degree online?
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Track & Field open meeting Monday, Sept 19 at the UC Kinnic Theater at 6 pm. Que...
• ELCA organizes cross-country hay lift to help Texas farmers, ranchers
• Students (bachelor's & master's) completing requirements Fall 2011 apply to grad...
• McNair Scholars present summer research
• Falcon Frontier Days Rodeo this Fri & Sat at UWRF Lab Farm. More info:
• UWRF alumnus Joseph Smolinski to present on his artwork/career Kinnickinnic Thea...
• ELCA members commemorate Sept. 11 with ecumenical, interfaith partners
• Swing by North Hall today to see this:
• UWRF Becomes Educational Partner with Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethicsht...
• UW-River Falls to Host Economic Summit Featuring Charles Kao
• Fall Observatory Viewing Sessions Set at UW-River Falls. (Look under "Observator...
• Mission Investment Fund assists ELCA congregations with flood recovery
• Beach/Hawaiian Dance tonight. 9pm-12 am. Falcon’s Nest, UC. More info: uwrf.orgs...
• Girlinghouse installed bishop of the ELCA Arkansas-Oklahoma Synod Sept. 10
• UW-River Falls Alumni Exhibition in Gallery 101 Tonight bit.ly/qftfdA
• RF karate program @ UWRF begins tonight 6 p.m. room 45 Emogene Nelson Bldg. Free...
• Morning with a Professor Lecture Series Set at UW-River Falls
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Today, Fri & Sat eves: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Syse Theatre, KFA, "Don't Chase the Squir...
• Come to "Rock the Cause" & learn more about giving back Thurs. 3-6 pm. Concert a...
• KARE-11 TV Reporter Boyd Huppert greets UWRF Students Saturday:
• ELCA commemorates 10th anniversary of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks
• Need help finding your way around campus? Check out our new campus maps:
• Campus Channel guide
• UPDATED: Attending Organizations for the Career Fair – 64 strong!
• ELCA Disaster Response sends $71,000 in grants for hurricane response
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Week of Welcome (WOW) starts this weekend. See the schedule of events here: http...
• UWRF SBDC Offers Business Plan Basics for Entrepreneurs
• Need to sign up for a parking permit?
• Dorothy Marple, retired church executive, dies
• ELCA presiding bishop to visit flood-affected congregations in Minot, N.D.
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Seven UWRF students return from China exploration
• Congratulations to our newest Hall of Famers:
• 2011 UWRF Career Fair scheduled for Oct. 19 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. More inform...
• Kathryn Lohre named director of ELCA ecumenical, inter-religious relations
• Back to School for River Falls - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
• Become a friend/follower and find out what's for dinner at UWRF Dining Services...
• Presiding bishop says ELCA is clear about identity, mission
• Our outdoor amphitheatre is the only one on a WI campus & one of only a few nati...
• ELCA assembly adopts genetics social statement, plan for the church
• Join us Sat @ 7. Last Saints game this season hosted by UWRF featuring Alumni/K1...
• LivingLutheran.com video contest winners announced at ELCA assembly
• Please join us for Opening Week activities beginning Monday, Aug. 22. A complete...
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Not already a UWRF student? Come visit us this fall and see what we're all about...
• Local families: Ever considered hosting a non-live-in international student? ht...
• ELCA assembly officially launches the ELCA Malaria Campaign
• She said, "Yes!" Congratulations to UWRF Alumni Colleen Kopel & Charlie Sowa htt...
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Stock up tomorrow! The Falcon Shop is having a sidewalk sale 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thu...
• Are you considered a "non-traditional" student? Check out these blogs written by...
• ELCA Board of Pensions names president-elect
• Alumni: Join the chancellor & Western WI alumni on Thurs., Aug 18 at the Leinie...
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• Eva Roby named new president of the ELCA Mission Investment Fund
• Did you know we made the list of one of the "Best Midwestern Colleges"?
• Great job, UC!
• Robert W. Mattheis, former ELCA bishop and political activist, dies
• UWRF grad takes flight.
• Did you know we have amenities and services specifically for commuter students i...
• Need a job on our near campus this fall?
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person...
• ELCA Church Council approves executive positions
• ELCA contributes $400,000 to Horn of Africa drought relief
• Students participate in Pilot Summer Scholars Program
• Reminder: Student emails migrated this summer & addresses changed. Visit
• Fun video mashup of 2010-2011 UWRF Athletics highlights:
• Our thanks to UWRF Alumna and MPR Host, Cathy Wurzer, for representing us at the St. Paul Saints Game this past weekend.
• UW-River Falls Alumna Works with NASA Research Flight
• ELCA presiding bishop laments tragic violence in Norway
• UWRF hosts "Success Saturday" & Alumni Event @ Saints game 7 pm this Sat. MPR host & UWRF Alum, Cathy Wurzer, will throw first pitch.
• Obama in unprecedented meeting with ELCA presiding bishop, faith leaders
• ELCA members pray for a just, compassionate federal budget
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. When the Student Voice appeared in 1916, what was the cost of a single edition?
• Thinking of studying abroad this year? Search UWRF's vast array of international offerings and start packing.
• Our sincere condolences to the family of Kurt Wild, age 79, who died July 12. Kurt taught in the Art Dept. (1963-92), was Dept. Chair (1967-70), & was Assistant Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences (1970-74). Kurt built a nationally recognized
• Living with a new roommate this fall? Start talking with your roommate today about who is bringing what.
• Save the date for Homecoming Parade, 10/8/2011 @ 10:30am. If interested in joining the parade lineup visit:
• Spokane organizations benefit from generosity of Women of the ELCA
• 2011 Churchwide Assembly available to all ELCA members online
• ELCA presiding bishop challenges Women of the ELCA convention delegates
• Registration is available for orgs interested in participating in the 2011 Involvement Fair. Log in here:
• Women of the ELCA Convention elects president, officers, executive board
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. What famous individual spoke on campus on the topic of “World Leadership” in 1960?
• ELCA presiding bishop meets congressional leaders on budget, debt ceiling
• DoTS has rolled-out a new digital TV system. To learn more see: call 3687 or email dots@uwrf.edu.
• UWRF student, Jamie Renier, was chosen as one of 7 National FFA members to help fight hunger and poverty in Rwanda:
• College of Agriculture, Food & Environmental Sciences seeking projects from businesses.
• Join us at a Saints game/tailgating party Sat., July 23. Cost is $20/person for dinner/game ticket. Ticket reservations: 715-425-3505.
• ELCA generosity eases East Africa drought crisis; more help needed
• We are accepting move-in and pep fest volunteers (Welcome Home Crew) Sign up by 4:30 p.m. on July 15 at
• Welcome back to Football Camp, UWRF Football players.
• Enjoy some pics of some UWRF orgs at River Falls Days:
• ELCA Minneapolis Area Synod names interim bishop, sets election date
• ELCA, LCMS continue conversation about cooperation in shared ministries
• Fresh from Tweeter @lon4014: @NASA TV mentioned alumnus Dan Brandstein tinyurl.com/3lkl4ok See live launch updates:
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. There is both a scholarship and a resource center on campus named for this former UWRF student who graduated with a M.S.T. in 1972.
• ELCA's longest-tenured college president, F. Gregory Campbell, to retire
• UWRF is seeking employer participation for the 20th Annual Career Fair held Wed, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on campus.
• Don't miss a great FREE concert tonight at the Amphitheater! Kids from Wisconsin take the stage @ 7pm.
• UWRF Summer Visit Days start July 15 and continue each Friday through August 19. Sign up in advance at:
• ELCA members remain hopeful in Minot flood disaster
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. Various time capsules are buried around campus as part of campus tradition. The last one uncovered and opened occurred in 1999. Wher
• Interesting bit of Trivia! Last night's winner of "The Voice," Javier Colon, played at UWRF:
• Lutheran Men In Mission Gathering features discipleship theme
• Need to finish your degree you started? Accepting Adult Degree Completion apps for fall. Convenient Hudson Center Location. adc@uwrf.edu
• ELCA Minneapolis bishop to become interim senior pastor at Mount Olivet
• It's a happy day for bikers! Workers are adding additional bike racks in front of the University Center this week. Photo by Jens Gunelson.
• UWRF hosted a luncheon for the St. Croix Valley Habitat Eco-Village project today. Learn more about the project at:
• Ready for the 4th? Falcon Foods has limited supply red, white and blue brats & other varieties. Contact steven.h.watters@uwrf.edu to order.
• Look who was on campus yesterday:
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. 220 South 2nd Street, and then later 426 East Cascade, was home to what during 1968-1970?
• Bishop grateful for ELCA as congregations prepare for North Dakota floods
• Paul Youngdahl, senior pastor of ELCA's largest congregation, dies
• Congratulations to UWRF Research Fellow, Ian Johnson, for your leadership representation at the White House!
• It's Photo Friday time! One answer per person on our Facebook page. First one to identify both what this is and where it's located on campus wins a t-shirt.
• Women of the ELCA Gathering Features 'Renew, Respond, Rejoice!' theme
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. Who was the first member of the Board of Regents to suggest that the word, "teachers" be dropped in our original name, Riv
• 'Day 1' to feature Georgia ELCA pastor on June 19
• Lots of summer construction projects going on all over campus. For the latest updates visit:
• Do you Tweet? Come follow us on Twitter: @uwriverfalls.
• New student registration continues at UWRF Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday this week.
• ELCA joins continuing response in tornado-damaged Springfield area
• It's photo Friday! Know where this photo was taken? First one with the correct answer wins a t-shirt.
• It's that time! Annual $5 new student registration t-shirt sale on now through June 17 (M,T, R, & F) 2:30-4:30 p.m., Involvement Center, UC.
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. In 1959 Hagestad Student Center opens and offers meal tickets. How much did 21 meals per week cost?
• The ramp to Hwy 35 south off of I-94 is closed this morning. If you are coming from the Minnesota side, take exit 2, turn right on Carmichael, take a left on Hanley and connect to Hwy 35 south from there.
• Congrats to Theresa Paulsen, Mellen, Wis teacher & UWRF alumni selected as one of 6 teachers for a NASA project!
• S. John Roth elected bishop of ELCA Central/Southern Illinois Synod
• Didn't get a chance to remember our River Falls vets this past Memorial Day? Enjoy this beautiful video recap:
• Martin Wells re-elected bishop of ELCA Eastern Washington-Idaho Synod
• James Mauney re-elected bishop of ELCA Virginia Synod
• It's Q & A time with our recently hired Falcons football coach, Matt Walker.
• It's photo Friday! We haven't done this in awhile and thought we'd revive the tradition. First one with the correct answer wins a t-shirt.
• ELCA council sends report on church's future possibilities to 2011 assembly
• ELCA Disaster Response sends grants for tornado, flood response
• ELCA rebuilds lives, restores hope after storms, says presiding bishop
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. What year were grade reports generated by the computer for the first time?
• Today is tell a friend day. Tell a friend to "like" us on Facebook. We can't promise you a prize, but we will give our biggest promoters bragging rights.
• Congratulations to our outstanding CAFES seniors!
• Constance Parvey, pioneer, ELCA pastor, ecumenical leader, dies
• 9/11 anniversary time for awareness, healing, says ELCA presiding bishop
• Joplin ELCA congregation grateful for support amid tornado destruction
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. Which inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame spoke at UW-River Falls in support of preserving South Hall?
• Coming soon to a theater near you – UWRF's new ad:
• Congratulations to Dr. Keith Chavey on being named the 2011 UWRF Academic Adviser of the Year
• Looking for something fun and FREE to do this summer? Check out the 2011 UWRF Summer Concert series line up:
• Lutheran Disaster Response sends $25,000 grant to Missouri tornado response
• Great job Tamra Knight & fellow UWRF swim team members who represented us at the Saints game Saturday. Watch:
• Curious to see how everyone fared with this weekend's storms.
• Obama speech resonates with ELCA Mideast principles, says presiding bishop
• Student email accounts are migrating today & addresses are changing. Visit or contact DoTS x3687 for more info.
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. In 1931 a contest was held to choose our nickname - “Falcons.” What did the winner receive?
• James Kenneth Echols resigns as president of ELCA's Chicago seminary
• Hungry? Starting today, dining services will host a summer outdoor grill in the UC Mall on Thursdays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain location: C-Store.
• UWRF's Logan Kelly publishes May 2011 St. Croix Valley Economic Dashboard -
• Want to take a look back on the past? Visit the UWRF photo archive -
• Donald Kreiss elected bishop of ELCA Southeast Michigan Synod
• Thomas Skrenes re-elected bishop of ELCA Northern Great Lakes Synod
• Congratulations, Katie! Alumna Katie Wirkus named Alice in Dairyland -
• Just had a tweet from our friend Brandon C. so awesome we have to share it here - "@uwriverfalls I wanna thank you for all the great memories you provided me with. I had great times with great people."
• We'll say it again - congrats, grads! You did it! What's your best memory of UWRF?
• It's UWRF Success Saturday at the St. Paul Saints today and every Saturday this season. Stop by our booth and say hi!
• To our more than 700 graduates receiving their diplomas today - congratulations! We're so proud of you.
• Thursday Trivia round two! Rule reminder: one guess per person. Our winner gets a spiffy UWRF t-shirt. During what campus event did the bells of the Kleinpell Carillon first ring in 1968?
• We're doing TWO rounds of Thursday Trivia today! As always, one guess per person, and the winner receives a UWRF t-shirt. Fire destroyed South Hall on Nov. 29, 1897. Where did the fire start?
• Next week, campus SquirrelMail is going the way of the dinosaur. Questions? Visit webmail.uwrf.edu.
• 2011 ELCA Video Contest asks, 'What does it mean to live Lutheran?'
• It's move out time on campus. We ask the question - what's your best #moving tip?
• Hey, baseball fans - we're partnering with the @StPaulSaints to bring you UWRF Success Saturdays this summer!
• Professor of Chemistry Karl Peterson named this year's Distinguished #Teacher -
• Spring commencement is this Saturday. Can't be there in person? Watch it online -
• We're fairly certain this is the most beautiful a.m. on campus so far this year. Hit "like" if you agree!
• The selection show for the NCAA D-III softball tournament will air at 11 a.m. CT today at See where and who the Falcons will play.
• Congratulations to the UWRF Women's Softball team for winning the WIAC Championship 5-4 over UW-Eau Claire. The Falcons scored three runs in the top of the 7th for the comeback victory. Next stop, the NCAA Tournament!
• Haiti story of ELCA's Ben Larson inspires choral, orchestra composition
• ELCA making long-term plans for response to Southeastern U.S. tornados
• Happy last day of spring classes, students!
• Thursday Trivia time! As always, one guess per person, and the person with the correct answer wins a UWRF t-shirt. Which alumnus and former senator claims to have been the first person to test the campus pool in North Hall?
• Come out and support the WIAC regular season champion Falcons softball team as they host the WIAC championship tournament this weekend
• Joint ministry highlights 10 years of ELCA-Episcopal partnership
• In just a few days, the Adult Degree Completion program will finish its first year at UWRF -
• Michael Girlinghouse elected bishop of ELCA Arkansas-Oklahoma Synod
• Seven UWRF students recently received the Chancellor's Award for Excellence -
• It's National Teacher Appreciation Day. How have UWRF's educators impacted your life?
• Graduating? Make the pledge to work for a socially and environmentally responsible company today in the UC -
• Bin Laden death calls for 'solemn remembrance,' says ELCA presiding bishop
• Don't miss the UWRF student fiber work exhibition opening Friday at the Phipps Center for the Arts!
• A big thanks to our 2,500 community members - thanks for staying connected to UWRF!
• Are you on campus right now? Shout it out -
• UWRF softball team leads the #WIAC, Coach Gabriel wins 100th career game -
• Biblical call to hospitality inspires 2011 ELCA 'Glocal' Mission Events
• ELCA Begins Response to Tornado Damage in Southeastern States
• Time for Thursday Trivia! As always, one answer per person and the first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt. What was the first official varsity sport on campus?
• Want to win two tickets to Jason Derulo and a lifesize cutout of him? Take this OrgSync survey to be entered -
• Richard McAuliffe, Former ELCA Treasurer, Banking Industry Leader, Dies
• Tonight: a UWRF Town Hall meeting just for students. Meet with Chancellor Van Galen + others to discuss campus topics at 8 p.m., Riverview Ballroom, UC.
• UWRF students help #WinfieldSolutions develop new products -
• ELCA, Full Communion Leaders Issue Joint Letter for 10th Anniversary
• The number of transfer students at UWRF is on the rise. Did you transfer here?
• Psst... it's only 10 days until Jason Derulo rocks UWRF. Are you going to be there?
• Congratulations to UWRF student Melissa Hartl on being named to NASPE's list of outstanding majors of the year for 2011
• It's Photo Friday! Our photo this week comes from our friend Lis W. One guess per person, tell us what's in the photo and what building/general area it's in. The first person to guess correctly wins at UWRF t-shirt!
• Did you know the founder of #EarthDay hailed from right here in Wisconsin?
• Valparaiso University Appoints ELCA Pastors to Campus Ministry Roles
• New President Named at ELCA's Texas Lutheran University
• It's not easy being green. Hear eco-musician Jonny Dubowsky's travels and tunes tonight at 8 p.m. -
• Did you attend Unity in the Community yesterday? What did you think?
• Our students want you to rock your socks off for Japan - Read more by clicking "UWRF News" under our proflie pic.
• Obama Prayer Breakfast 'Powerful,' Says ELCA Presiding Bishop
• Surprise! Today's Unity in the Community celebration has been moved indoors. View the day's events at Will you be attending?
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Joins Interfaith Call for Middle East Peace
• Can you pedal and donate $10? Sign up for Bike to Uganda and help uWRF raise money for the BT Academy of Jomba tomorrow -
• Unfortunately, tonight's Unity in the Community event with Ruben Rosario has been canceled.
• Okay, who ordered this? #snow
• Want to win a copy of Halo 3? Visit DoTS staff re: email migration at their table in the UC at the SW table on 4/19, 4/21, 4/22, 4/25 and 4/26, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• ELCA Serves People Homeless in Philadelphia Through The Welcome Church
• The UWRF Juried Student Exhibition is on now in Gallery 101. Check out beautiful student art like these pieces -
• ELCA Church Council Recommends Social Statement, Malaria Campaign
• ELCA Church Council Proposes Review Process for Social Statements
• Witness the dangers of drunk driving tonight at the Crash on Cascade mock accident, 6 p.m. at 3rd and Cascade.
• Share your opinion on UWRF's Diversity Center.
• 2011 Easter Message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson
• We had some great Photo Friday submissions - thanks! We've selected this photo - The first person to correctly guess where on campus this photo was taken (building + general location) wins a UWRF t-shirt and water bottle. One guess per person, plea
• Think you can stump the UWRF community? Snap a pic for our Photo Friday contest + email to lisa.stratton@uwrf.edu. If we use your pic, we'll give you a UWRF t-shirt. Need an example?
• More than 100 middle-schoolers visited UWRF yesterday for Gear Up, Get Ready -
• National Indian Lutheran Board President, Paul Schultz, Dies
• Thursday Trivia time! One guess per person + the first correct answer wins a UWRF t-shirt. When UWRF opened its doors in 1875, how many teachers were employed?
• Wisconsin ELCA Bishops Seek Compassion for All in Proposed State Budget
• Heads up! Uh, we mean down! Tornado sirens will sound on campus at 1:40 p.m. today for a drill. Do you know where tornado-safe areas are in your building? Find them highlighted in yellow on the maps located on each floor of major buildings on campus.
• ELCA Disaster Response Sends Emergency Grant for Red River Flooding
• Mark your calendars - Unity in the Community is set for next week.
• ELCA Communicators Honored by Religion Communicators Council
• It's the opening night for student-written play "Art: What is that Meaning of That?!" Tonight and tomorrow students can get 2 tickets for $5.
• Falcon softball team wins four straight games, goes for five tonight -
• ELCA Commits Additional $500,000 for Response to Japan Disaster
• L. David Brown, Former Bishop of ELCA Northeastern Iowa Synod, Dies
• #weaskthequestion Students and alumni, what made you decide to come to UWRF?
• 50 years ago, #YuriGagarin was the 1st human in space. Read about UWRF's own astronaut, Dan Brandenstein -
• Are you iPod-less in a sea of electronic devices? Sign up for UWRF's CAAP assessment and you could win an 8 gig iTouch.
• #goodread UWRF's ARC and University Archives launched a blog detailing the area's involvement in the Civil War - check it out!
• The amazing Tim Wise is coming to campus today - see the DOC's notice below. We have three copies of Tim's book "Color Blind" to give away - the first three commenters win!
• ELCA Council Recommends Budget Proposals Through 2013
• If traveling back to campus today, keep an eye on the weather. Severe storms with potential of large hail and tornadoes expected around 2-4 p.m.
• The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is deeply saddened by the loss of our student, Kersten Greene. Funeral arrangements are pending, but services will be held at the Lenmark Gomsrud Linn funeral home in Eau Claire. Further information will be avail
• Take the time to stop and smell the roses this morning.
• UWRF just launched our new Google Map - what do you think?
• A musical extravaganza!
• Are your "lil' sibs" coming to campus this weekend?
• Could you use a personal health tune-up? Plan to visit the Health Fair tomorrow (+ there's freebies).
• #computersafetyreminder - DoTS will never ask you for your email password. The only information they will ever need is your Falcon Account name/number (e.g. W1234567).
• Have a favorite study spot? Know of a secret dining option? Leave a campus tip at
• Our athletic teams have made some great saves, dunks, sprints and touchdowns this past year. Vote for your fav here -
• Congratulations! UW-River Falls students take home platinum at Dairy Challenge -
• Are you ready to go barefoot tomorrow? #DayWithoutShoes
• ELCA Congregation's HIV Screening Effort Earns 'USA Weekend' Recognition
• We'll say it again - our students do great things. #UWRF
• ELCA Central/Southern Illinois Synod Bishop Accepts New Call
• Give Generously to Haiti, Says ELCA Presiding Bishop to Orion Samuelson
• Want to apply to be a Chancellor's Student Ambassador?
• ELCA, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Bishops Agree to Mission Statement
• #Spring must truly be on its way. We spotted these flowers on campus -
• Thursday Trivia time! As always, one guess per person and the first correct guess wins a UWRF t-shirt. Which campus office/department did President Eugene Kleinpell once describe as the “frosting on the cake?”
• With the spring elections upon us, please take a moment to review the Guidance on Political Campaign Activities at UWRF.
• Hint: if you check in at right now, you might just win some UWRF swag.
• If we're calculating correctly, you still have three hours and 31 minutes to submit an entry to UWRF's annual photo contest -
• What would your life be like if you couldn't afford shoes?
• UWRF has the third largest delegation in the nation traveling to the National Conference on Undergraduate Research tomorrow - wow!
• Want to keep up with and share the latest UWRF news? Click the "UWRF News" link under our facebook profile pic.
• ELCA's Southern Seminary, Lenoir-Rhyne University to Merge
• Can we reach 2,500 members of the UWRF community by Friday at noon? If we do, we'll give away a pair of Jason Derulo Finals Fest tickets. Share a link to us on your wall!
• A reminder that nominations for the Chancellor's Award for Students are due tomorrow, March 30th.
• Who's going to enter the 1,000th check in on UWRF's FourSquare page?
• Congratulations again, Nikki! Student Nikki Shonoiki received the 2011 Outstanding Woman of Color in Education award this past weekend.
• ELCA Members Donate $750,000 for Japan Earthquake Response
• Be a leader! The UWRF Summer Scholars program is launching soon. Receive a stipend to do research on campus -
• Go Falcons! The Falcon softball team wins 4-0 vs. Wartburg -
• It's Friday, Friday... Photo Friday! Be the first to tell us what's in the photo and its general location, and you win a UWRF t-shirt.
• Earn some good karma, get a workout and help the St. Croix Valley region all at the same time - volunteer to help sandbag today and this weekend in Hudson. To volunteer, call Marty Best at 715-781-5246.
• UWRF students, faculty and staff fold paper cranes to raise money for Japan -
• Hey classes of 2006, 2008 and 2011, want to help us honor exceptional faculty? Nominate a teacher or adviser who has made an impact on your life - www.uwrf.edu/awards
• Statue in U.S. Capitol Honors ELCA Member Norman Borlaug
• Thursday Trivia time! As always, one guess per person. The first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt (and we'll even throw in a water bottle this week). The senior class of 1912 held what kind of fundraiser to pay for the publication of
• ELCA, Episcopal Church to Celebrate 10 Years of Full Communion
• ELCA's Concordia College Names William Craft President-Elect
• "I use which fork now?" If your dining skills need some polish, register for UWRF's Etiquette Dinner before 4:30 p.m. today -
• Governor #Walker, State Building Commission approve enumeration for UWRF H&HP building -
• Nothing says spring like rain. Remember your umbrellas today, UWRF community!
• Inner and outer strength - UWRF alumnus Monica Augustine sets national powerlifting records:
• 'It Gets Better' Book Features ELCA Presiding Bishop
• ELCA Board of Pensions Prepares to Open Redesigned Annuity
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Tells Orion Samuelson 'Farming is God-Given Call'
• Did you know UWRF is only 30 miles from downtown St. Paul? Click the map on our new 'Contact Us' tab (underneath our profile pic) to find out how close to home we are.
• #whoa. UWRF has more than 50 majors to choose from. How did you choose yours?
• Students, get a sneak peek at Microsoft Live@edu, UWRF's new student email/collaboration system. Find demo dates/times at
• Welcome back to campus, everyone. How was spring break?
• Tickets for Jason Derulo go on sale tomorrow morning at 8 a.m. at the Info Desk, UC. Get more info here:
• ELCA Commits $240,000 For Response to Japan Disaster
• Do you Tweet? Give us a shout-out on Twitter @uwriverfalls.
• Vote for summer! Registration is now open for Summer Session courses.
• Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011 Chancellor’s Award. The Chancellor’s Award recognizes students with Junior or Senior status who possess the qualities of leadership, service and commitment and acknowledges a student’s uni
• Mark your calendars. This year's Bowls For Hope event is set for March 22. Help UWRF raise $$ for the Kinnickinnic Backpack Program.
• St. Patrick's Day flashes the green once per year - but UWRF is green all 365 days.
• Spring must be right around the corner - River Falls is set for a high of 47 today and 50 tomorrow. How are you going to enjoy warmer weather?
• Is there a gown just collecting dust in your closet? Donate it and make a young woman's night -
• A quick update from our Division of Technology Services on the Data Center move.
• Japanese Lutheran Church President Thanks ELCA Members
• Go Liz! UWRF Student Liz Stolte was awarded the 2011 River Falls Youth Emerging Legend Community Service Award -
• ELCA, Haitian Lutherans 'People of the Resurrection,' Says Presiding Bishop
• "Hey, where's uwrf.edu?" Don't worry, our homepage will be back soon - our data center is on the move!
• A FAQ document addressing the most common questions about how the Wisconsin State Budget will affect UW-River Falls has been posted at
• This coming week is Spring Break at UWRF. Students, have fun and stay safe!
• ELCA Begins Response to Pacific Earthquake, Tsunami
• ELCA Missionaries Returning to Egypt
• ELCA Leaders Express Concern for Ethiopian Christians Hurt by Attacks
• Heads up: UWRF is moving the data center starting today at 4:30 p.m. through March 15 at 6 a.m. During this time period, technology resources may be unavailable. Q's?
• NCAA women's hockey playoffs are at UWRF tonight! UWRF vs. Gustavus - the puck drops at 7:05 p.m. at Hunt Arena. "Like" this message to say "Go Falcons!"
• It's a terrifying classic. Watch Jurassic Park at the Kinni Theater tonight at 6 p.m. Professor Middleton's going to be there at 5:30 to chat about the science behind the movie.
• You can make a splash at UWRF. You can make good grades. But did you know you can also make sausage?
• Do you have questions regarding the Wisconsin budget repair bill and the Governor's biennial budget proposal? A great source of information is the UW System Government Relations Legislative Update. If you still have additional questions, email them
• Thursday Trivia! One guess per person, please. The first person to answer correctly wins a UWRF t-shirt! UWRF formerly published a yearbook named "The Meletean." To whom was the 1953 Meletean dedicated to?
• Hey community members - UWRF professors have big brains full of knowledge they want to share with you. Sign up for our Morning With a Professor series -
• Today's Social Justice Series event focuses on gender in the media - check it out at 2 p.m. in the Kinni Theater!
• Happening right now: UWRF Study Abroad Fair in the Falcon's Nest, UC until 2 p.m.
• The Peace Corps is coming to UWRF. (Happy 50th anniversary to them, btw!)
• UWRF's Destination alternative spring break trips are amazing. Check out a vid from last year - any of our fabulous Facebook fans going on an alternative spring break next week?
• UWRF's Early Year Enthusiasts help area children and families - you volunteer in the community?
• Missing a few branches on your family tree? UWRF University Archives & Area Research Center wants to help you discover your heritage - you related to anyone famous?
• More NCAA tourney action for UWRF -
• What a weekend for Falcon athletics! Get the latest at
• ELCA Continues Lifesaving Work in Haiti
• San Francisco Congregation Returns to the ELCA
• Arthur Rode, Former Bishop of ELCA Southwestern Texas Synod, Dies
• 'Day 1' Features ELCA Pastor on March 6
• Ready for Photo Friday? Tell us the item/general location and the building featured in our picture and win a UWRF t-shirt - one guess per person. Here's this week's photo:
• It's Campus Visit Day - welcome to UWRF! If you see someone looking a little lost, make sure to point them in the right direction.
• Missy Elliot + Kanye West + cellos = Portland Cello Project, tonight at 8 in the North Hall Auditorium. They've even promised us they'll play this:
• Thursday Trivia time! As always, one guess per person, and our winner gets a UWRF t-shirt. Today's question: How much was the first student hired to work in UWRF’s textbook library paid per year?
• Retired UWRF professor Jerry Halvorson talks about the impact of "The King's Speech" -
• Hey, UWRF - the St. Croix Valley needs your help! There's a high likelihood for the St. Croix River flooding this spring, and volunteers are needed. Volunteers can sign up starting March 8. Community Thread is organizing the effort and needs to fill
• It's fun to say, and even more fun to attend - the International Bazaar is tonight starting at 5 in the Falcon's Nest.
• #NCAA tournament, here we come! @UWRFFalcons
• Recyclemania - it's on! Help UWRF win this national competition.
• Wisconsin ELCA Synod Bishops Respond to State Budget Stalemate
• UWRF's Finals Fest 2011 is going to be AMAZING! Check out who's going to rock #UW-River Falls -
• Congratulations, Jared! #UWRF alumnus Jared Schaffner is the new "pal with principles" at Onalaska High School -
• UWRF helps pilot e-portfolio project - #business #portfolio #career
• Focus on U is the university's longest running campus-produced TV show. Catch a glimpse behind the scenes -
• Got the blues? Grab some shades and and hit UWRF's Jazz Club Cabaret, tonight @ 7:30 in the Falcon's Nest, UC.
• It's Photo Friday time. As always, one guess per person, and tell us both the building and the general location of the photo. This week's winner gets a UWRF t-shirt, water bottle and Falcon rally towel! Where is it?
• UWRF men's basketball triumphs over UW-Platteville, heads to WIAC championship for the first time ever -
• UWRF student John Nelson wins Wisconsin Pork Producers Association scholarship -
• Thursday Trivia time! As always, one guess per person and the winner gets a snazzy UWRF t-shirt. The UWRF Student Senate passed a motion to do away with curfews for women in campus residence halls in what year?
• ELCA Releases Proposed Social Statement on Genetics
• UWRF women's basketball defeats UW-Eau Claire, heads for semi-finals -
• B 15! Enjoy some nostalgia at Big Kid Bingo tonight at Pete's Creek in the UC -
• Find yourself a j-o-b:
• Prof. David Zlesak grows beautiful roses sustainably with the Earth-Kind project - How do you incorporate #sustainable practices into your life?
• UWRF's Study Abroad program sparks alumnus Chris Polen to join the Peace Corps -
• UWRF student Jamie Renier advocates for agriculture for the National Collegiate Agriculture Ambassador Program -
• Can you work the catwalk like #HeidiKlum or #KateMoss? Career Services is looking for models for this year's Runway for Success event. Info meetings are tonight at 7 p.m. and tomorrow at 1 p.m. in the Falls Room, UC.
• UWRF students teach kids to enjoy the good old outdoors -
• On deck all day today + tomorrow - the film Soundtrack to a Revolution in the Kinni Theater, UC. Check out the event here:
• ELCA Provides Input for Federation Regional Committee Work, Coordination
• Due to continuing winter weather, faculty and staff are welcome to end their work day and head home. All evening classes (beginning at 5:30 p.m. or later) and campus events, including the St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra concert are canceled. The St.
• Happy Presidents' Day, UWRF! Check out the history of our own presidents and chancellors here -
• UWRF women's hockey finishes regular season undefeated - More weekend sports results at uwrfsports.com.
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Responds to Veto of Resolution on Israeli Settlements
• UWRF women's hockey is "the western threat" - The Falcons face off at Marian College tonight and tomorrow. Will you be at the games?
• Were you wondering why a huge crane appeared on campus this morning?
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Says Appointment Affirms ELCA Members' Service
• It's PhotoFriday! Tell us the building/general location of our posted photo and win a UWRF t-shirt and pen. One guess per person, please. is it?
• It's too beautiful in River Falls to stay indoors. Just sayin'.
• It's that time of year - tax season. Need assistance? UWRF students are there to help -
• Hey, 2,200 friends of UWRF - thanks for staying connected with us!
• Students, if you're still looking for that perfect major or minor, visit the Major & Minor Fair today at 11 a.m. in the Riverview Ballroom, UC.
• Jonesing for some 'dillas? The St. Croix Grill in the UC is cooking up a special deal today through Thursday - custom quesadillas are only $3.79.
• For the latest on LRB-1383, the budget repair bill introduced by Governor Walker on February 11, visit
• UWRF women's hockey clinches NCHA title -
• If you missed Friday's African Night at UWRF, catch a clip of the evening here -
• Happy V Day, UWRF! If you're looking for a last minute gift, check out the Horticulture Society's flower sale today from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in AgSci.
• Tonight: immerse yourself in African culture at African Night, starting at 7 p.m. in Abbott Concert Hall, KFA.
• Times may have changed, but winter remains the same. UWRF students bundled up for class in 1932, too -
• UWRF women's hockey ranks second in the nation, is first ranked in NCHA -
• We're calling it Photo Friday - we'll post a pic of an object on campus, and the first to tell us what building + a general location of the photo wins a UWRF t-shirt and pen. One guess per person, please! Where is it?
• So Valentine's Day is getting all the love right now - but St. Patrick's Day is coming up, too! Get in the Celtic mood with Talun tonight at 8 p.m. in Abbott Concert Hall, KFA.
• Nice kick line, Dean Perkins! She and other UWRF faculty and athletes cut loose at last night's Dancing With the Stars event on campus.
• Are you a future Falcon with a quick question? Visit our Future Students Web page and use the "Ask Us" feature.
• We're not kidding... this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If you've ever wanted to see CEPS Dean Faye Perkins dance a prom routine or CAS Dean Brad Caskey perform a lyrical number, clear your evening plans -
• Start a trend amongst your Facebook friends - share the link www.facebook.com/uwriverfalls on your Wall and invite your friends to get connected with UWRF.
• What do our art faculty do when they're not teaching a class? Make beautiful art, of course!
• Happening right now: On-Campus Job Fair. Need a job for next year? Visit Riverview Ballroom, UC from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Record-Level Giving to ELCA World Hunger in December 2010
• Poll: We know some families have been attending #UWRF for generations. Do you have a relative that goes to/went to UWRF?
• Student Nikki Shonoiki is a recipient of the UW System’s 2011 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Awards. Congrats, Nikki!
• UWRF students don't let a little cold stop them from having fun - What was your favorite part of Freeze Fest?
• UWRF business students study abroad in Uganda -
• Award-winning activist @robynochs is on campus today - plan to stop by one of the workshops she's offering. Robyn Ochs at UWRF
• The UWRF Wellness Challenge starts today! Are you signed up?
• Obama Announces Intention to Appoint ELCA Presiding Bishop to Council
• Lee Miller, Former Bishop of ELCA Upstate New York Synod, Dies
• UWRF staff chat re: social media at a River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau breakfast -
• Chancellor Van Galen and UWRF staff are predicting a Packers win at this weekend's Super Bowl. Who do you think is going to take home the title?
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Calls on U.S. to Support Resolution on Settlements
• ELCA Missionaries Left Egypt with Mixed Feelings, Look Forward to Return
• We apologize, we have had intermittent email problems over the last week. We have dedicated all available resources to restoring service. Until service has been restored, Thunderbird and Squirrelmail will be unresponsive or extremely slow. Check for upd
• UWRF student Johnathan Emahiser wins a Gilman Scholarship to study internationally -
• Well, Freddy Falcon saw his shadow this morning and says we're in for more winter - are you surprised?
• ELCA Missionaries From Egypt Arrive Safely in Istanbul
• John Kapanke, ELCA Board of Pensions Leader, to Retire Sept. 30
• Governor Walker's executive order closing select state agencies and UW campuses on February 2 due to inclement weather does not apply to UW-River Falls. All classes and office hours will proceed as scheduled.
• Groundhog, schmoundhog. Join us 2morrow at 8 a.m. near the UC's fire pit, where we'll see if Freddy Falcon sees his shadow. Free hot chocolate!
• For the palates of #Packer fans only (Sorry, Steelers supporters). The Falcon Food store has created green 'n' gold brats filled with cheddar cheese and green peppers for $3.75/lb., just in time for the #SuperBowl.
• Education, electronically to you: UWRF partners with Ed2Go to offer continuing education -
• FAFSA facts: UWRF student See Lee gives advice on filling out this crucial form -
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Asks for Prayers for Peaceful Solution in Egypt
• How did your favorite Falcon sports teams do over the weekend? Get the latest at
• We dare you to look at this photo and not say "Awww!"
• Happy Monday, UWRF. We ask the question - what's the best way to start a successful week on campus?
• Court Dismisses, Maintains Lawsuit Claims Involving ELCA, Augsburg Fortress
• Stay up late in the University Center tonight - Midnight Mayhem from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.!
• Release the Kraken! Area high school students' art is currently featured in UWRF's Gallery 101.
• UWRF Professor Kim Mogen talks about being a part of the Howard Hughes Institute's Science Education Alliance -
• ELCA Launches LivingLutheran.Com for Sharing Stories and Conversation
• ELCA Synod Bishop Addresses Bullying in YouTube Video
• Trivia time! One guess per person. Today we're giving away a UWRF t-shirt, water bottle and pen. Fill in the blank: In the late 1960s, UWRF shared its first _______ with UW-Stout.
• Thursday Trivia happening in 5 minutes! Hint: we'll be asking about the 1960s on campus.
• Two opportunities to #moveit on campus today: kickboxing at noon in the Falcon's Nest, and self defense at 6 p.m. in the Ballroom, UC.
• An interesting topic for sure: today's Social Justice Series explores issues of feminism and pornography -
• Freeze Fest is here! Four days of hot winter events begin today -
• Wednesday morning poll: what year did you/will you graduate from UWRF?
• UWRF's Shane Manor has mad dunking skills. Vote for him in the Dunks of the Year contest -
• Get involved! UWRF has more than 170 student orgs. Meet them today in the UC from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.!
• Did someone say 'free money?' Learn how to apply for UWRF scholarships at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. today in the St. Croix Room, UC.
• UWRF's men's basketball team wins 12th straight game, remains undefeated in WIAC -
• Spring semester is upon us! Classes begin on Jan. 24.
• ELCA Council Hears Financial, Redesign Updates, Elects New Member
• Board of Regents President Chuck Pruitt and Chancellor Van Galen discuss Wisconsin's future -
• Did you know that UWRF offers noncredit continuing education courses online? Visit www.ed2go.com/riverfalls to view our catalog.
• UWRF offices will be closed on Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King Day, and will re-open on Tuesday.
• ELCA, Board of Pensions Respond to Lawsuit on Annuity Payment Reductions
• Got cabin fever? The Knowles Center is holding open rec from now-2 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m. today. UWRF students get in free!
• UWRF awards more than 500 scholarships each year, and applying is easier than ever. Visit
• We don't like to brag, but UWRF's men's basketball team is the only undefeated WIAC team. Go Falcons!
• It's trivia time! One guess per person. The winner receives a UWRF t-shirt. When campus basketball legend Nate Delong led UWRF to four consecutive state championships, in which building was the campus gym located?
• UWRF's Thursday Trivia is happening at 1 p.m. today. Hint: brush up on your building history!
• ELCA Continues Long-Term Relief Effort in Haiti
• First year students, if you've ever wanted to pick your prof's brain over lunch, here's your chance -
• Want to live in a Scottish castle? Study in a French abbey? Learn from professors in Taiwan? Visit www.uwrf.edu/GlobalConnections/
• Floyd Schoenhals, Bishop of ELCA Arkansas-Oklahoma Synod, to Retire Feb. 1
• Questions re: financial aid? We're holding a free session open to all at 7 p.m. tonight in the Riverview Ballroom, UC.
• UW System Board of Regents President Chuck Pruitt to visit UWRF and Hudson -
• UWRF's ARC and University Archives has amazing pics. In 1895, you could hitch your horse to South Hall's white picket fence -
• Falcon women's hockey team scores 12th consecutive win -
• Paul Egertson, Former ELCA Synod Bishop, Professor and Advocate, Dies
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Addresses Coptic Church Bombing In Egypt
• ELCA, Episcopal Church Mark 10th Anniversary of Full Communion
• WEAU talks to UWRF's Shane Manor about his amazing basketball skills -
• Video Week continues - how did we miss this? Check out UWRF's Glee Club -
• UWRF's men's and women's basketball teams are on fire! Congratulations to both on two amazing victories last night. www.uwrfsports.com
• We're in a YouTube mood this week. The Info Desk in the University Center is where it's at -
• Basketball double header + meeting new Head Football Coach Walker = a great night on campus.
• Student Keith Cremin created this vid to dispel any mystery about campus TV Services.
• It's official: there is no excuse for ever being bored at the University Center.
• UWRF junior Carl Lippert to become Distinguished Junior Member at state convention -
• Please do not attempt to park in this space unless you drove a snowmobile to campus. Even then, it's questionable -
• When UWRF and the surrounding communities mix, it's a great thing. Check out some ways we're involved here -
• Welcome to campus, Coach Walker! It's our new head football coach's 1st day at UWRF. To read more about him, visit
• It's the last day to sign up for UWRF's new series of online business courses -
• Congratulations, Project IceCube! To read about UWRF's involvement in the project, visit
• Data Center move postponed -
• Welcome to UWRF, Matt!
• 2 for 1 special: purchase a ticket to tonight's UWRF men's basketball game and get a seat at tomorrow night's game free.
• ELCA Members Total 15 in 112th Congress
• Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of UWRF advocate for a new H&HP building -
• We love our current profile pic - but it's time to change it up! Do you have any favorite UWRF photos you think we should use?
• Open Skate has special holiday hours from 12-1:30 p.m. at Hunt Arena today - head on over there and strap on your skates!
• Have you heard about UWRF's data center move? Read more about it and how it will affect you here -
• J-term classes start today on campus. Are you back to studying, or taking a brain break?
• Congratulations on being WIAC Player of the Week, Jontae!
• Campus will be closed tomorrow Dec. 23 for a furlough day, and Dec. 24 for a legal holiday. Season's greetings from UWRF!
• If you've always wished you understood basic business better, here's your chance -
• South Carolina ELCA Congregation's Christmas Eve Worship on TV, Web
• Congratulations on surviving your finals, UWRF students. How'd you do?
• We love student art - but if your piece contains a dead grenade, it may not be the best idea to toss it in the trash.
• Since we will not be open on Thursday, how about a little Tuesday Trivia? As always, one guess per person and the first one with the correct answer wins a UWRF T-Shirt. What is the official fall 2010 enrollment for UWRF (student headcount)?
• 'Tis the season: Chancellor Van Galen encourages grads to re-gift education at fall commencement -
• Meyer Middle School student Mica Rivera wants to teach at UWRF when she grows up -
• The UW-River Falls Hudson Center finishes its first semester -
• Rebecca Larson Appointed Deputy General Secretary for ACT Alliance
• ELCA Task Force to Suggest Recommendations for Church's Future
• Still trying to find that perfect holiday gift? Why not get UWRF's version of the snuggie -
• Looking for a quiet place to hit the books? Visit the Trimbelle Room in the UC for open studying until 10 p.m. tonight.
• Nearly 360 graduates will accept their diploma from Chancellor Van Galen at Commencement tomorrow. Congratulations!
• Kid Cudi? Jason DeRulo? 3Oh!3? Colbie Caillat? Falcon Programs wants to know who you want to perform at Finals Fest 2011 -
• Looking for a job on or off-campus for next semester? Visit Career Service's Hire-A-Falcon website -
• ELCA Synod Bishop to Participate in Bethlehem Prayer Service
• Amazing! Watch UWRF's Shane Manor dunk at last night's men's basketball game vs. Hamline -
• Happy First Day of Finals, UWRF students - best of luck and keep studying hard!
• Big stud on campus: sorrel quarter horse Skeets Peppy moving to UWRF -
• It's Study Day on campus. We want to know - where's the best place at UWRF to get your study on? Snap a pic of you hitting the books and post it to the wall! (Rule of thumb: if you wouldn't want your grandma to see it, don't post it h
• UWRF students Katie Sheehan and Charlee Borg make the lives of elderly area residents brighter -
• Anyone build the world's largest snowman or the best snow fort ever on campus during #snowmageddon? Post a pic!
• UWRF, or UW-RF? Advisor or adviser? Get the details on how to follow UWRF writing style by clicking Style Guide at
• Most major campus walkways have been cleared, but parking availability will be restricted on Monday, particularly in Lot Q. Please plan accordingly.
• Due to winter weather, the Woodwind Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble Concert scheduled for Sunday, December 12, has been canceled. Other campus events and services will continue as scheduled
• Due to winter weather, Chancellor Van Galen has canceled all campus events and activities on Saturday, December 11. Other campus services including food service and the library will maintain regular hours of operation.
• Virtual drumroll, please - the winner of our giveaway is Kayla Marie Schoek, congratulations! Kayla, email lisa.stratton@uwrf.edu to arrange delivery of your prize. Thank you to all of you for staying connected with UWRF!
• It's Rock the Nest: Finals Fest tonight with @quietdrivemusic at 8 p.m. in the UC. Tickets are still on sale but going fast - stop by the Info Desk ASAP!
• Due to forecasted winter weather, the Introduction to Using the Archives class scheduled for Saturday has been canceled. The Archives and Area Research Center will be closed as well. The library will maintain regular Saturday hours, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Who's undefeated? Our men's basketball team, that's who. The Falcons go up against UW-O tomorrow - go Falcons!
• What's inside this UWRF Foundation bag? We're not telling, but it's pretty cool. We'll randomly draw from amongst our fans at 4 p.m. today!
• If you are planning to travel this weekend, be safe as a major winter storm is expected. We will post information on any postponed campus events on this page.
• @KARE11's Boyd Huppert, UWRF alumnus, stopped by one of our journalism classes last week. Did you get to hear him speak?
• Our students are not only intelligent - they have mad breakdance skills, too.
• We'll admit, it feels a little chilly on campus today (it's a whopping 3 degrees). What's your best tip to keep warm during Wisconsin winters?
• ELCA Leaders Applaud Congress' Passage of Child Nutrition Bill
• Don't consider yourself snowbound - the DJ starts spinning at 9 p.m. tonight in the Falcon's Nest, UC. Come dance the night away!
• Fridays are Spirit Day on campus - we even found Freddy Falcon hanging around in a combo of school spirit and holiday spirit.
• UWRF women's rugby team earns funding, helps community at the same time -
• And you thought it's cold here in Wisconsin. HS physics teacher and Upward Bound employee Katey Shirey will take questions live from the South Pole at 11:15 a.m. in 114 CSH.
• 2010 Christmas Message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark Hanson
• Residence hall room or office need sprucing up? Pick up a poinsettia from the Horticulture Society in the UC today until 3:30 p.m.
• We love it! UWRF journalism students have created a weekly UWRF news show called River Falls Update. Catch recent eps here -
• Just walking around River Falls is so passé. Why not rent x-country skis or snow shoes from Kinni Outdoor Adventures?
• UWRF students and staff help rescue area dogs -
• For that one person on your list who has everything - UWRF's annual art scholarship sale starts tomorrow in Gallery 101.
• Stressing as the end of the semester draws near? Relax with free yoga (4 p.m.) or beginner tai chi (4:30 p.m.) today in the University Center.
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Calls on Members to Give to ELCA World Hunger
• Welcome back after break! The holiday season is now in full swing at UWRF - check out some festive events:
• Reminder: UWRF will be closed tomorrow, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving and a furlough day. Have a fun and safe holiday!
• Happy early Turkey Day! What are you thankful for?
• Former Registrar Mel Germanson holds a grumpy old food drive -
• ELCA Joins Effort to Keep Clean Air Act Regulatory Authority Intact
• Why wait til grad. school? You can research a huge array of topics as an undergraduate at UWRF (and even explain them to the Chancellor).
• ELCA Council Acts on Structure, Governance Proposals, Other Topics
• Alumna Aleisha Miller teaches area kids how to make POWERful choices -
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Invites Members to Commit to Action on World AIDS Day
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Responds to Members in Third 'Town Hall' of 2010
• Students, looking for a job for next semester? Falcon Programs has an opening for a LGBTQA programmer -
• They've got game - UWRF men's basketball team wins third straight game and clinches tourney title:
• Need lunch plans today? Check out open skate at Hunt Arena, noon-1 p.m. It's FREE for UWRF students and just $1.50 for faculty and staff.
• Members of the UWRF community make the trek to the South Pole -
• UWRF alumna and sixth-grade teacher Monica Crowder challenges students to "junk box wars" -
• Congratulations! Three UWRF students named WIAC Athletes of the Week -
• Congratulations! Three UWRF students named WIAC Athletes of the Week -
• So many events on campus tonight - how will you choose? Working Journalist Seminar with Jeff Zeleny, faculty chamber music concert, a spoken word poetry jam, and more!
• ELCA Council Adopts Message on 'People Living with Disabilities'
• ELCA Council Acts on Annuity Payment Reduction Recommendations
• Dropping temps got you down? Make plans to visit UWRF's fresh display at the Midwest Home Show this weekend -
• ELCA Congregations that Close Find Creative Ways to Benefit Others
• Fund created in memory of UWRF alumnus Rod Nilsestuen -
• ELCA Commits $500,000 for Cholera Prevention, Treatment in Haiti
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Highlights 'Expectations' in Report to Council
• Did you dance the night away at Fall Ball last weekend? Catch event photos here -
• Tonight: Culture Fest! This annual free event showcases cultural music, dance, theater, and even a fashion show. 6 p.m., NH Auditorium.
• UWRF faculty and alumni take top honors at UW-Extension awards -
• Lutheran Disaster Response, American Red Cross Reaffirm Partnership
• ELCA Board of Pensions Trustees Announce Annuity Adjustment for 2011
• Tonight: the Falcon men's hockey team takes on the UW-Eau Claire Blugolds at Hunt Arena, 7:05 p.m. Will you be there to catch moments as dramatic as these?
• Did you know UWRF has more than 170 student organizations? Represent! Which orgs are you a current or former member of?
• A special Veterans Day version of Thursday Trivia. As always, one guess per person and the first correct answer wins a T-shirt. Harry Currier was the first graduate of UWRF to die while in the service of the American Armed Forces. During which war was Ha
• Thank you to all our veterans! UWRF honored Veterans Day with a ceremony at North Hall -
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Asks Indonesian Leader to Protect Religious Freedom
• ELCA Contributes $75,000 to Haiti for Hurricane Relief, Cholera Prevention
• What Question Do You Have for the ELCA Presiding Bishop?
• Stanley Olson Elected President of ELCA's Wartburg Theological Seminary
• Bulletin for November 7, 2010
• Lutherans Complete Journey Retracing Luther's Steps to Rome
• St. Croix EDC seeks nominations for Business of the Year
• Michael Perry performs Nov. 9
• ELCA Presiding Bishop: Christians Bring 'Hopeful Spirit' to Political Life
• Hear, hear: Claim it at City Hall
• Walker, Johnson, Kind win
• Days Gone By: Missing a photo?
• Roberts family presents concert Nov. 7
• Chamber exec: 'Business Expo was huge success'
• Down they go
• Feeding the haunted spirit
• Milwaukee rapist caught in California
• Elderly woman scammed out of thousands
• Incident draws 3rd wrongful death suit
• Knudson wins assembly seat
• Unofficial Election Results
• Hove holds off Gunderson to retain sheriff's job; medical marijuana favored
• ELCA Presiding Bishop, Other Christian Leaders Meet with President Obama
• Police deal with spooky behavior leading up to Halloween weekend
• Relay for Life captains meet Nov. 8
• Sell some property? Find out how to donate proceeds
• Dick's Hometown robber gets five years in prison
• Students steer book drive
• Come out to play
• UW-RF attendance reaches historic high
• Referendum seeks to ban raids on state transportation fund
• FFA Alumni brunch Nov. 7
• More Halloween Happenings
• Bulletin for October 24, 2010
• Salute to ball girls
• Bulletin for October 31, 2010
• Time for the Turkey Trot
• Cats play spoiler, keep RL from BRC title
• Man who killed mother declared mentally incompetent
• Council talks taxes, trash and transit
• Supreme Court justice speaks on faith
• Pierce county drug court graduation
• Feds investigate pot shipped to lawn-product center
• Chili Feed Nov. 7 to benefit homeless
• Editorial: These local topics are worth noting
• Swimmers set for BRC Meet
• Falcon skaters open with win
• Businesses showcase their stuff Saturday
• Kwik Trip, take two
• Auction, meal and indoor concerts Nov. 6
• Girls running back to state
• ELCA Funds Water Purification Equipment for Guatemala Families
• Grocer offers just reward
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Tells Young People 'It Gets Better'
• Transit groups solicit RF
• ELCA Sends Relief Funds in Response to Indonesia Tsunami
• Call owner for barking dogs
• U.S. Lutheran-Roman Catholic Dialogue Approves Current Round Final Report
• Blood drive at UW Oct. 27-28
• Second business expo showcases fun factor
• Agency reaches out with 'Banquet For Life'
• Bands will seek 'the magic of Disney'
• RF native honored for life-saving rescue
• Herluf Jensen, Former ELCA Synod Bishop, Social Activist, Dies
• Preparing for Smithsonian exhibit
• Marching Wildcats claim 'AAA' title at UW-Whitewater Saturday
• Burning leaves damage mobile home
• RF firefighters battle garage fire Sunday night
• Coat distribution Oct. 30
• Come see "Spookville" beginning Friday
• One, two, three -- winners of speech contest
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Congratulates World Food Prize Laureate
• Bulletin for October 17, 2010
• Church sponsors pumpkin outreach
• She'll be missed by many
• Former teacher dedicates life to rescuing dogs
• $15,000 grant will help falls prevention program
• Changing Politics of Hunger 'Holy Obligation' Says ELCA Pastor, Advocate
• Animal Friends moves ahead with plan
• Appreciation and anniversary
• Cats win a wild one
• Scholarships available to health care students
• Booters roll into postseason
• Annual Family Day promises fun, entertainment
• Women's health, fitness at RFAH this Saturday
• Find out the latest on the fight against "superbugs"
• Happy Homecoming
• Homecoming royalty
• Danced the night away
• Coming soon
• Editorial: More bloggers post, more for you to sample online
• Days Gone By: October 1970
• Professors receive USDA grants
• Search for ELCA's James Nelson Suspended at Midnight Oct. 12
• It's huge, it's rare, and it smells -- corpse flower blooming at UW
• Broomstick Gala promises fun and prizes on Oct. 30
• McCutcheon is golden at World Equestrian Games
• Woman creeped out by man who claims to be watching her
• ELCA Churchwide Organization Employee Missing in Colorado
• UPDATE: New Richmond pumpkin shatters world record
• Attn: Crafters and Boutiques, deadline Oct. 13
• Community programs available online
• Fair Trade coffee film at St. Bridget's
• S'Mores Night at Hope Lutheran Oct. 15
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Announces New Churchwide Organization Design for 2011
• ELCA Church Council Commits to 'ELCA Malaria Campaign'
• ELCA Deeply Committed to Revitalizing Congregations
• Benefit for Monica
• Lutherans Provide $30,000 in Response to Floods, Storms in Nicaragua
• Ask questions, hear answers at AAUW candidate forum in RF Monday, Oct. 11
• 5K for everyone Oct. 16
• Installed
• Kinnickinnic residents face huge tax hike
• How's business?
• Food pantry opens at new site
• Ball game makes high-flying fun
• ELCA Secretary Reports Draft Governance Proposals, ELCA Statistics
• Bulletin for October 10, 2010
• Booters eyeing No. 2 seed
• Stage left, stage right, actors needed
• FEMA approves funding for emergency shelters
• Future librarian?
• Editorial: To serve can be effective learning
• Shriners surprise Wilkens
• European American Lutheran Association Holds First Biennial Meeting
• Plant farm blooms into garden oasis, open house Sunday
• Speakers featured at church tonight
• Holy smoke
• Homecoming court
• Be well, be clean
• Roberts library dedication is Oct. 30
• ELCA Treasurer Provides Mid-Year Financial Report to ELCA Leaders
• Company featured on 'Hometime' this Saturday
• Golfers win regional title; fall in playoff in bid for state
• Advocates say 17-year-old suspects belong in juvenile court
• Post-game party results in enormous fines for UW-Madison students
• "Wisconsin Prosperity Strategy" report advocates more government spending to stimulate economy
• UW Outdoor Art display begins today
• Study to investigate feasibility of wind turbines
• Young man found unresponsive later dies
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Tells ELCA Leaders it's Time to Move Forward
• Packers vs. Vikings equals mayhem
• Marching band sweeps awards
• Editorial: What really interests you? Post it regularly on Journal website
• Fiberstar reports new sister, expansion
• RFMU celebrates Public Power Week Oct. 3-9
• Meat plant recalls pork-ginger sausage
• Beware of shady, storm-chasing contractors
• Siren man who shot at cars identified
• Good week for Wildcat swimmers
• Booters streak to fifth straight win
• Taxi service moves office
• Cancer support meetings begin Oct. 13
• Area residents prepare for show opening
• ELCA Fund for Leaders Honors 2010-2011 Scholarship Recipients
• Plum City man declares candidacy for sheriff
• ELCA Representative in West Africa Crosses Faith With Community Building
• North-end Kwik Trip opens this month
• Pulling his weight
• Crowning Achievements holds pageant
• Wildcat Tailgate party Oct. 8
• See boxing at church
• From a tampon duel to a snapping canine, police work is never routine
• Crop circles: Why? Retired professor looks abroad for answers, insight
• Best garage sale prices in town: Free!
• Bulletin for October 3, 2010
• Lutherans' Ecumenical Journey Highlighted by Unexpected Moments
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Joins Call for U.S. Leadership for Middle East Peace
• ELCA Strengthens Malaria Work Through New, Focused Effort
• Lutheran Disaster Response Provides Initial Grant for Wisconsin Floods
• ELCA Missionaries Find Hope in Training of African Surgeons
• Bulletin for September 26, 2010
• ELCA's Wagner College Recognized for Civic Engagement
• ELCA Presiding Bishop's Third Town Hall Covers Variety of Subjects
• Bulletin for September 19, 2010
• ELCA to Receive Three Pastors Through 'Rite of Reception' Sept. 18
• Midland Lutheran College Becomes Midland University
• Lutherans Join Community Response to California Explosion
• ELCA Congregation in New York Goes Solar
• Bulletin for August 15, 2010
• Bulletin for August 22, 2010
• Bulletin for August 29, 2010
• Bulletin for September 5, 2010
• Bulletin for September 12, 2010
• Bulletin for August 8, 2010
• Harvey Stegemoeller, ELCA Foundation Executive, College President, Dies
• ELCA Congregation Near California Explosion Site Safe
• ELCA Minnesota Congregation Baptizes 58 African Immigrant Children
• Lutherans Call for Energy, Environmental Stewardship
• Lutherans Witness Medical, Spiritual Healing in China
• U.S. Lutherans, Chinese Christians Engage in Theology, Social Service
• ELCA Joins Interfaith Religious Leaders to Address Anti-Muslim Rhetoric
• Four ELCA Young Adults on Road Trip to Talk About Global Service
• North Carolina ELCA Congregations Affected Little by Hurricane Earl
• ELCA's Finlandia University Reports Significant Enrollment Growth
• ELCA Congregations to Host Gatherings, Strive to be Centers of Hospitality
• ELCA Commits Additional $110,000 for Pakistan Floods
• LDR, ELCA Synods, Social Ministry Organizations Prepare for Hurricane Earl
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Joins Christian Leaders in Letter on Mideast Talks
• ELCA Synod Bishop Comments on New York Muslim Center Proposal
• ELCA Synod Bishop, LDR Director, Preach at Katrina Events in New Orleans
• ELCA Missionary Witnesses Miracles in Liberia
• Two ELCA Congregations Give $830,000 to Support Global Ministries
• ELCA Presiding Bishop's Next Town Hall Forum September 19
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Addresses Discernment, Repentance, Reconciliation
• Devastation in Haiti Far Worse than Imagined, Says ELCA Leader
• Iowa Congregation to Remain in the ELCA
• 40 Years Later, ELCA Pastor Elizabeth Platz Still Serves Maryland Students
• Lutherans Begin Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Retrace Luther's Steps
• Lutherans Learn that Eight Tons of Stone Builds a Hospital
• Well-known ELCA Missionary to Tanzania, J. David Simonson, Dies
• Lutherans to Mark Five-year Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina Aug. 29
• ELCA Provides $235,000 for Disaster Recovery Efforts Overseas
• Eric Shafer, ELCA Pastor, to Preach on 'Day 1' Aug. 29
• ELCA Presiding Bishop to Visit China Aug. 28-Sept. 5
• ELCA Membership 4.5 Million, Offerings More Than $2.6 Billion in 2009
• ELCA Board of Pensions Trustees Approve 2011 Plan Contribution Rates
• Haiti Still in Crisis, ELCA Members Continue Response
• ELCA Churchwide Organization Details 2010 Budget Reductions
• ELCA Commits $100,000 for Pakistan Flood Response
• ELCA Council Reduces 2010 Churchwide Spending, Acts on Pensions Resolutions
• Jackson-Skelton Elected LWF Treasurer, Vice President LWF North America
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Calls for Immigration Reform in Letter to Obama
• ELCA Members, Bishops Moved to Ensure Children Don't Go Hungry
• ELCA Members Elected to Lutheran World Federation's Council
• Munib Younan Elected President of Lutheran World Federation
• Lutherans Take Historic Step in Asking for Forgiveness from Mennonites
• Lutheran World Federation President Pleads for Unity Despite Differences
• Lutheran World Federation President Says Ecumenical Commitment to Continue
• Hollywood Movie 'Get Low' Features ELCA Pastor's Extended Family
• Lutheran World Federation Meets In 'Confident Hope,' Says President
• Lutheran World Federation Assembly Focused on Alleviating Hunger
• ELCA Sierra Pacific Synod to Receive Seven Pastors by 'Rite of Reception'
• Robert Vogel Appointed Interim President at Texas Lutheran University
• Lutherans Remind New Orleanians that 'They are not Forgotten'
• LCMS Convention Requests 'Thorough Response' to ELCA Social Statement
• ELCA, United Methodist Church Embark on New Relationship
• Lutherans to Meet in Germany July 20-27 for LWF Eleventh Assembly
• LCMS Convention Votes to Continue Cooperative Work with ELCA
• ELCA's Dana College Suspends Operations
• Marj Leegard, Lutheran Woman Today Columnist, Dies
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Offers Best Wishes to New LCMS President-Elect
• LCMS Convention Responds to 2009 ELCA Human Sexuality Decisions
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Says Time for Immigration Reform is Now
• Three ELCA Members Perish in Oklahoma Plane Crash
• Juan Cobrda, Former Bishop of ELCA Slovak Zion Synod, Dies
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Greets New Roman Catholic Christian Unity Leader
• Half of New ELCA Congregations in 2010 Among Immigrant Populations
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Leads Middle East Talks with White House Official
• ELCA Member Directs Award-Winning Audio Bible Project
• Midland Lutheran College Extends Help to Dana Students And Staff
• ELCA's Dana College to Close, Board of Regents Announces
• ELCA's Concordia College Names Paul Dovre Interim President
• Lutheran Bishop Joins Faith Leaders to Challenge G-8 and G-20
• G. Kenneth Andeen, Former President of Two ELCA Colleges, Dies
• ELCA Churchwide Organization Seeks Dismissal of Claims in Pension Plan Suit
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Calls Oil Spill in Gulf 'Heartbreaking'
• Stephen Marsh Resigns as Bishop of ELCA Southeast Michigan Synod
• ELCA Montana Synod an Example of 'Ecumenical Hospitality'
• Lutherans Address HIV Epidemic in the Caribbean, Latin America
• Rossing Scholarships Awarded to Students Studying Physics at ELCA colleges
• ELCA Leaders to Revise 2010 Churchwide Budget, to Create Restructuring Plan
• Lutheran Disaster Response Provides Grant, Follow-up to Minnesota Tornadoes
• Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service Comments on World Refugee Day
• Gary Wollersheim Re-elected Bishop of ELCA Northern Illinois Synod
• One ELCA Member Dies, Many Lose Property in Minnesota Tornados
• Bread for the World, Heifer International Leaders Share World Food Prize
• ELCA Welcomes Dialogue, Consultation with RCA, Reformed Church Partners
• ELCA Leaders Honor Concordia College President at Memorial Service
• Wolfgang Herz-Lane Elected Bishop of ELCA Delaware-Maryland Synod
• Top Leaders of ELCA, Church of Christ in Thailand Sign Bilateral Agreement
• V. Scott Koerwer Named President of ELCA's Newberry College
• ELCA's Concordia College Announces Memorial for Pamela Jolicoeur
• Pamela Jolicoeur, President of ELCA's Concordia College, Dies
• Lutheran's Mobile Phone Technology Project Earns 'Time 100' Honor
• Lutheran Disaster Response Provides Grant for Ohio Tornadoes
• William Gafkjen Elected Bishop of ELCA Indiana-Kentucky Synod
• ELCA Member Named 2010 'Volunteer of The Year' for Museum Service
• Bishop Concerned After Minnesota ELCA Congregation's Close Second Vote
• Young Adults Take Leap of Faith Volunteering Overseas
• ELCA Ministries Benefit from Thrivent Financial Member Vote
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Responds to Gaza Ship Convoy Incident
• ELCA Awards Phoebe Herman Scholarships to 15 International Students
• ELCA Global Seminary Teachers Take Pride in Nurturing Future Pastors
• Pennsylvania ELCA Member Inspires Others with New Arm, Hands
• Texas Lutheran University President Ann Svennungsen Resigns
• New Federal Rule Bans Use of Some Wireless Microphones
• Two Dismissed Pastors, Others Welcomed to ELCA Clergy Roster
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Meets with African, Asian Church Leaders
• First Lutheran Church, Maquoketa, Iowa, Recipient of 'Good Steward Award'
• Lutheran Disaster Response Named VOAD's 2010 'Member of the Year'
• ELCA Churchwide Organization Responds to Pension Plan Lawsuit
• Lutherans Renew Worship with 'Partners in Evangelical Worship'
• Lutheran Disaster Response Provides Grant for Mississippi Tornado Response
• Marcus Lohrmann Re-elected Bishop of ELCA Northwestern Ohio Synod
• Herman Cauble, Former Lutheran Bishop of South Carolina, Dies
• ELCA Presiding Bishop Joins Call for Protection of Christians in Iraq
• ELCA Prayer Network Offers Comfort, Hope
• ELCA Pastor, Physician in Guyana Combines Spiritual, Medical Well-Being
• William Hamm Named to Lead Lutheran Educational Conference of North America
• ELCA Bishops Express Concern for Israeli Orders' Effect on Palestinians
• Bradley Schmeling, Darin Easler to be Reinstated to ELCA Clergy Roster
• ELCA Leaders to Respond to Actions, Comments by Lutherans in Africa
• Lutheran Disaster Response Provides Emergency Grant for Tennessee Floods
• ELCA, LCMS Leaders Discuss Theological Implications of '09 Assembly Actions
• Mississippi Lutherans Open Camps for Volunteers in Oil Spill Cleanup
• Lutheran Services in Tennessee Announces Flood Volunteer Information
• Murray Finck Re-Elected Bishop of ELCA Pacifica Synod
• ELCA Worshiping Communities Intent about being Welcoming
• Lutheran Publications Among Associated Church Press Winners
• Lutheran Youth Lead Efforts to Fight Malaria, Build Awareness
• River Falls 2008 Annual Worldwide Candle Lighting Services

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