SAMUELS GROUP ACQUIRES CREATIVE BUSINESS INTERIORS, EXPANDING WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS ACROSS WISCONSIN
SAMUELS GROUP ACQUIRES CREATIVE BUSINESS INTERIORS, EXPANDING WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS ACROSS WISCONSIN Acquisition brings together two established Wisconsin organizations to create a stronger statewide resource for workplace strategy, furniture and interior solutions.WAUSAU, Wis. – October 1, 2026 – The Samuels Group announced today the acquisition of Creative Business Interiors, bringing together two established Wisconsin organizations with a shared commitment to creating exceptional environments and
UW-Stout Polytechnic AI-driven tools enhance access to historical information
UW-Stout Polytechnic AI-driven tools enhance access to historical informationApplied mathematics student, archivist build resources for researchers, genealogists, community members Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 30, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – At University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic’s University Archives and Area Research Center, thousands of handwritten records, such as genealogical surname cards, court files and naturalization documents, hold decades of regional history that
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UW-Stout Polytechnic Chemistry Professors' Patent
UW-Stout Polytechnic chemistry professors’ patent detects amino acid linked to multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer Faculty, student research paves way for biochemical discovery Story Link Photos attached Sept. 28, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – More than a decade of work by two University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic faculty members and their student researchers has led to a newly patented process that allows for the easy detection of an amino acid linked to multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid
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Leading before graduation: M.S., B.S. psychology students intern
Leading before graduation: M.S., B.S. psychology students intern with North Shore Healthcare,Reflective Roots Psychotherapy & Healing UW-Stout Polytechnic students share experiences at regional health, therapy organizations in Q&As Aranthza Gonzalez’s full Q&AJulia Pollitt’s full Q&A Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 24, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic’s Cooperative Education and Internship Program (CEIP) is a fast-lane pipeline to success, providing students
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UW-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes bring their talent to coaching roles
UW-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes bring their talent to coaching roles at Durand-Arkansaw High School Partnership reflects polytechnic principles, provides leadership experience Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 23, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – Two University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes will bring their competitive and leadership experience to the high school level after being selected as coaches by Durand-Arkansaw School District for the
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U.S. News & World Report gives UW-Stout Polytechnic high marks for engineering programs
U.S. News & World Report gives UW-Stout Polytechnic high marks for engineering programs, affordability in Midwest New ‘Best Colleges’ list ranks Stout among top 25 public regional universities in Midwest Story Link Photos attachedSept. 22, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic placed among the 25 top regional public universities in the Midwest as well as the in top 20 “Best Value” public universities in the region, according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World
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Hundreds of national employers seek UW-Stout Polytechnic students
Hundreds of national employers seek UW-Stout Polytechnic students, alumni to meet hiring needs Industry panels on AI, video production career pathways among new additions to week-long Career Conference Story Link Photos attachedSept. 22, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – Recruiters from hundreds of companies across the United States will travel to University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic to interview students and alumni for co-ops, internships and post-graduation professional positions during the university’s
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CVTC President’s List for summer 2026 term
CVTC President’s List for summer 2026 term Chippewa Valley Technical College announces that the following students have been named to the President’s List for the summer 2026 term. To be eligible, students must complete a minimum of six credits with a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher. From Abbotsford: Daniel Davila From Alma: Christian Langhorst From Altoona: Trey A. Aaby, Michael W. Bauch, Anagely Contreras Ramos, Keyliana E. Desantis, Charly J. Endl, Kayla D. Faldet, Grace A.
School of Art & Design students take over Q.arma with juried ‘Fieldwork’ exhibition
School of Art & Design students take over Q.arma with juried ‘Fieldwork’ exhibition UW-Stout Polytechnic fine arts students display nearly 60 contemporary works in three-story exhibition in Minneapolis Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 16, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – Cradled in straps of pale linen, supported by a copper-piping frame, rests a foot-long double-headed spoon, forged and fastened to the lower portion of a white-tailed deer leg and hoof. Around the corner, adhered
Alquist 3D concrete printing technology integrated into academic majors,
Alquist 3D concrete printing technology integrated into academic majors, new industry certificate at UW-Stout Polytechnic Concrete printing benefits business and industry leaders, students, workforce Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 15, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – The term “3D printing” may conjure images of a boxy machine whirring away to create plastic pieces for a hobbyist or small prototypes for factories. Yet additive manufacturing technology has evolved dramatically in recent
CVTC colleague brings piece of 9/11 history to College
By Chippewa Valley Technical College EAU CLAIRE – A piece of September 11, 2001, history now has a permanent place at CVTC’s Emergency Service Education Center. Two steel column bolts, originally used to hold together steel columns from one of the World Trade Center’s north or south towers, recently were donated to CVTC by the Greenville Fire Department. The bolts had been part of the department’s September 11 display and were made available as Greenville prepares to move its own memorial to a new
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UW-Stout Polytechnic’s healthy fall enrollment growth among strongest in state
UW-Stout Polytechnic’s healthy fall enrollment growth among strongest in state Increase in students, program growth follows polytechnic name change Story Link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 14, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic has opened the 2026-27 fall semester with some of the strongest enrollment growth among its peers across the Universities of Wisconsin, once again demonstrating the draw of a polytechnic education. Total enrollment at UW-Stout Polytechnic
Royal Credit Union Expands Treasury Management Expertise
Royal Credit Union Expands Treasury Management Expertise to Help Businesses Reduce Risk and Improve Efficiency EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) is expanding its Treasury Management expertise to help business Members strengthen fraud prevention, simplify financial processes and more effectively manage cash flow. As part of that investment, Royal has welcomed Annette Wanchena as Vice President - Treasury Manager. In this newly created leadership role, Wanchena will provide strategic
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UW-Stout Polytechnic Alumni Awards recognize outstanding leaders
UW-Stout Polytechnic Alumni Awards recognize outstanding leaders at homecoming weekend special event Oct. 16 Recipients are higher education leaders, inspiring cultural and community supporters, Ron and Joyce Wanek, Green Bay Packaging 2026 Alumni Award Recipients Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 10, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association has announced the recipients of the 2026 UW-Stout Polytechnic Alumni Awards. They will be
kCole Bookkeeping Launches Free Monthly QuickBooks Online Q&A for Small-Business Owners
Small-business owners who have questions about QuickBooks Online now have a new, free resource for getting straightforward answers. kCole Bookkeeping & Small Business Consulting is launching a free monthly QuickBooks Online Q&A Drop-In Session, an informal online event where small-business owners can bring their QuickBooks questions and get practical guidance in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. The first session will be held Wednesday, September 16, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Central Time via Google
Taking the Mic: Public Speaking as a Business Growth Strategy in Eau Claire-Menomonie
Research published in Harvard Business Review in August 2025, analyzing more than 5,300 investor pitches, found that how founders communicate can shift their funding acceptance rate from 2% to nearly 35% — a 17-fold difference driven entirely by presentation skill. That gap doesn't close at the investor meeting. For business owners in Eau Claire-Menomonie, public speaking is a lever that moves outcomes across every stage of growth: landing partnerships, winning clients, and building the kind of reputation
