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news from around western wisconsin

Superior, WI firm to add 600 new jobs

www.rivertowns.net

January 16, 2012

Kestrel Aircraft Corp. will establish its manufacturing and headquarters in Superior, creating up to 600 new jobs. Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker announced Monday.

"I am pleased with the aggressive package we have put forth in conjunction with strong local support to make this major job creation contribution to Superior," Walker said. "This relocation will be a huge boost to the Superior-area economy."

Gov. Walker in Hudson, WI for company groundbreaking

www.wqow.com

December 16, 2011

Uline Shipping Supply Specialists is moving its operation over from Minnesota to Wisconsin, and building a 600,000 square foot warehouse. 150 to 180 jobs are expected to be added.

The company supplies packaging and shipping supplies to businesses. The Hudson location is expected to open in the summer of 2013, and serve states across the Midwest.

CVTC Receives $1.9 Million from Department of Education

www.chippewavalleypost.com

December 21, 2011

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) will receive $1.9 million from the Department of Education through the Title III Strengthening Institutions Program. This program will allow CVTC to strengthen its student support systems to increase program student retention and graduation rate.

"This five-year grant will allow CVTC to develop a comprehensive system of assessment, advisement, and intervention," stated Margo Keys, vice president of student services.

Major Wind Farm Development Being Planned for St. Croix Co.

www.wisconsinagconnection.com

December 29, 2011

Although 2011 wasn't the best year for wind farm projects in Wisconsin, it looks like things may be ending on a high note for the industry. Emerging Energies has applied to the Public Service Commission to construct 41 high-tech windmills in St. Croix County. The project is being proposed in the towns of Forest and Cylon, about 25 miles away from the Minnesota border.

The development would be called Highland Wind Farm. Company officials say each of the turbines would produce over 100 megawatts of power.

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Great Lakes shipping companies to invest $75 million this winter

www.superiortelegram.com

January 4, 2012

The off-season is the on-season for Wisconsin shipyards as Great Lakes vessels prepare to tie-up for the winter. That's when 800 people will get to work on maintaining and modernizing lakers.

Almost all of the 56 U.S.-flagged Great Lakes freighters will get some work between mid-January and the end of March when the new shipping season starts. Lake Carriers Association Vice-President Glen Nekvasil says that could mean anything from basic dockside maintenance to pulling the big boats out of the water onto dry dock. Nekvasil says operators will invest $75 million this winter.

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upcoming alumni events   

Chippewa Valley Technical College

No upcoming events.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Blugold Men and Women's Basketball Alumni Day
Feb. 4, 2012
Blugold women's basketball alumnae are invited to participate in the annual women's alumnae basketball game at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, in UW-Eau Claire's Zorn Arena. To participate in the women's alumnae game, contact Tonja Englund, women's basketball head coach at engluntj@uwec.edu or 715-836-3489. Schedule of events for the evening:
3:00 - Women's Varsity game, ticket price $10 for both games
5:00 - Men's Varsity game, Introduction of 1952 men's basketball team
Ken Anderson court naming presentation at halftime
7:00 - Social at Barley Club, Pine Meadows, $10 per person
Register by Jan. 31, by sending e-mail to Alumni Association or calling 715-836-3266. View invitation.

Wine and Beer Tasting at The Livery, Eau Claire
February 8, 2012
UW-Eau Claire alumni are invited to attend a wine and beer tasting at The Livery, 316 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The cost: $30 per person, includes wine and beer refreshments, appetizers and a chance for great Blugold door prizes and two bottles of wine donated by The Livery. Hosted by UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association. RSVP by Feb. 3 to Jane Larson by sending e-mail to alumni@uwec.edu or calling 715-836-3266. View invitation.

University of Wisconsin - Madison Varsity Band and Tailgate
Feb. 12, 2012
Please join us at the Eau Claire State Theatre for the University of Wisconsin Varsity Band concert. Please also plan on attending the UW-Eau Claire Alumni tailgate gathering hosted by UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association before the performance at 1 p.m. Cost for tailgate and show will be $17 per person. Order tickets early at Eau Claire State Theatre click "buy tickets", type in uwtailgate in the yellow promotional box to get the $17 option. Please contact UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association or call 715-836-3266 with questions. View invitation.

Minneapolis Area alumni gathering
Feb. 16, 2012
Please join us at the Medina Golf & Country Club, 400 Evergreen Rd., Medina, MN for an alumni gathering hosted by UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association, from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16. Renew old friendships and make new acquaintances while you hear the latest UW-Eau Claire news, enjoy terrific food and register to win great UW-Eau Claire door prizes. Register by Feb. 13 by sending e-mail to Jane Larson or calling 715-836-3266. View invitation

University of Wisconsin-Stout

January Afternoon at the Guthrie Theatre
Jan. 22, 2012
Join alumni and friends of the university for an afternoon performance at the Guthrie Theatre in Minneapolis for "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof". The show will be followed by a back stage tour and a buffet at Spill the Wine. Cost is $63 per person, with limited seating, so please register early.
1:00 PM Performance begins
4:30 PM Back-stage tour
5:30 PM Soup, sandwich and salad buffet

Reminiscence Speaker Lunch with Bob Dahlke
Feb. 8th at noon
The Reminiscence Speaker Series features talks that illuminate the "spirit of Stout." These events are free and open to the public and occur at noon on the 4th floor of the Robert S. Swanson Learning Center. You are invited to bring a lunch.

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

 

Men's Basketball Reunion
Febr. 11, 2012
The annual men's basketball alumni weekend is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 11th. An alumni game and reception will precede the basketball game vs. UW-Oshkosh. For further information, please contact the Alumni Relations Office toll-free at 877-258-6647 or e-mail alumni@uwrf.edu to make your reservation.

Orange County Alumni Event
Feb. 16, 2012, 5:30-8:00PM
WRF alumni & friends in Southern California are cordially invited to an event hosted by Jim and Mary Allen in San Juan Capistrano. Chancellor Dean Van Galen, Mary, UW-River Falls Foundation President Chris Mueller and Alumni Director Dan McGinty will be your special guests from campus. For further information, contact the Alumni Relations Office toll-free at 877-258-6647 or e-mail alumni@uwrf.edu to make your reservation. Please RSVP by Friday, February 10, 2012.

Mesa Area Alumni Event
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 5:00-8:00PM
UWRF alumni & friends in greater Phoenix area are cordially invited to an event at the Arizona Golf Resort in Mesa. Chancellor Dean Van Galen and his wife, Mary, UW-River Falls Foundation President Chris Mueller and Alumni Director Dan McGinty will be your special guests from campus. For further information, contact the Alumni Relations Office toll-free at 877-258-6647 or e-mail alumni@uwrf.edu to make your reservation. Please RSVP by Friday, February 10, 2012.

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

No upcoming events

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