Happy Spring Rangers!
This warmer weather has got us feeling some type of way and we hope it sticks around! We encourage you to get the vaccine if it becomes available to you. Don’t forget we still need to wear our masks, keep our distance, and please continue to get tested! Even if you have received one or both vaccination doses, we want everyone to continue to get tested and follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
During these difficult times, please continue to remind students of the resources we have available, including SilverCloud, that offers self-guided programs for anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and resilience. It is also free for faculty and staff. Learn more
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The Impact of Philanthropy at UW-Parkside
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by Willie Jude II, Vice Chancellor for Advancement
Hannah Wallisch, Director of Development
As we gear up for UW-Parkside’s most visible fundraising activity (PARKSIDE DAY, APRIL 15), you’ve been hearing a lot about giving! We wanted to take some time this week to share the “big picture” of philanthropy at UW-Parkside: how donors choose to invest, and the impact their support has on students and the university.
In fiscal year 2019-20, the university and the UW-Parkside Foundation received $1.8 million from more than 1,100 donors. This is exciting to us for a few reasons.
First, it continues our trend of increased philanthropy: including the current FY20-21, donors have contributed more than $1.5 million for four years in a row. Second, despite the pandemic, our donors remain committed to investing in UW-Parkside to help our students succeed.
What does philanthropy support at UW-Parkside?
Year after year, donors choose to support scholarships. In 2019-20, more than 400 students received more than $550,000 in donor-funded scholarships, fellowships, and emergency aid. The Future Focus Fund (UW-Parkside’s largest donor-funded, need-based aid source) provided more than 25% of these awards, and it continues to be an important source of student emergency grants in addition to federally-funded COVID relief dollars this year.
We also see the impact of generous donors all around us on campus, literally. A few notable examples:
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Donors have contributed more than $600,000 (and counting!) to the RangerVision 2020 project, which will transform the student athlete experience in the Sports & Activity Center.
- Corporate gifts from SC Johnson and Shimadzu made it possible to outfit the SC Johnson Integrated Science Lab with state of the art scientific equipment.
- The naming gift for the Rita Tallent Picken Regional Center – the largest in UW-Parkside’s history to date, $3.5 million – provides a permanent funding source for scholarships, learning opportunities, and improvements in the Rita.
You can see our most recent donor impact report and more stories of giving at uwp.edu/giving.
Thank YOU…
No matter your role at UW-Parkside, YOU are part of our successes in philanthropy...(Read More).
Click here for the full article and to read from two students who share the impact of philanthropy on their UW-Parkside experience!
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PARKSIDE DAY 2021
The Time Is Now to sign up for the Ranger Run, a new feature to Parkside Day! Registration has been extended for Students/Faculty/Staff until April 8 at noon! Register Here. On Thursday, April 15 give back to your community.
Join us for the Ranger Clean Up project from on April 15 from 10am-12pm. All participants near and far will receive a Rangers Give Back shirt to wear while making a difference. Sign up here.
Parkside Day is quickly approaching! Learn how you can get involved on April 15 and come together for 24 hours of celebration along with supporting to make a collective difference. Learn more.
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Add these dates to your calendar!
Single Payroll Town Hall - information for 9-month contract employees
Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 8:00-9:00 AM
Event password: UWSAspth54
Audio conference: 1-415-655-0003
Access code: 120 654 0515
Single Payroll Town Hall - information for 12-month contract employees
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 4:00-5:00 PM
Event password: UWSAspth513
Audio conference: 1-415-655-0003
Access code: 120 174 7323
Single Payroll Town Hall - open session for all employees paid monthly
Monday, May 17, 2021, 1:00-2:00 PM
Event password: UWSAspth517
Audio conference: 1-415-655-0003
Access code: 120 763 3948
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We are excited to honor extraordinary nurses in our area who go above and beyond to deliver compassionate care. Vote for a local nurse to be selected and honored during National Nurses Week on May 9. VOTE HERE
- UW-Parkside will host 2021 Spring Commencement virtual and in-person May 15. Read More
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HERA is a unique collaborative of public & private 2- and 4-year colleges & universities, & a network in SE Wis. The basic premise...we can achieve more working together! Read about this project that UWP was involved with here.
- Did you miss Parkside Today? Listen to Episode 2 here.
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The Vision Becomes Reality: Founding Director of the Center for Research in Innovation and Smart Cities sits down with Dr. Peggy James to learn how CRISC came to be.
- Did you get vaccinated? Right click and save the image to the left and place it in your email signature!
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University of Wisconsin System President Tommy Thompson today announced that the $500 tuition credit for eligible UW System nursing and pharmacy students working at COVID-19 vaccination sites is extended to May 22. The credit had been set to expire on March 31.
- Are you looking for more resources on information surrounding COVID-19 ? Our partners at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin have put together great videos that will help answer some of those questions.
- Tune in April 6 for a Library Takeover and April 8 for a Day in the Life of Dean Walker on our Instagram page.
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The Wisconsin DOT is currently reconstructing 16.5 miles of multi-lane roadways in and around the Wisconn Valley Development. As part of this work, part of HWY 11 is being reconstructed and resurfaced. Work is scheduled to begin this spring and continue through the summer of 2021.
The WIS 11 Phase 2 Project will involve the full closure of WIS 11 just west of 56th Road in the Town of Yorkville and will begin April 5. The detour route is defined on the attached overview. Motorists are encouraged to use US 45, County KR and West Frontage Road to get around the closure. There will be a closure, along with flagging operations, in this area during the construction.
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Use the Let Us Know if you have any communications requests or use the new vanity link: uwp.edu/luk
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This week for Ranger Athletics...
For all home events, click the PSN image above for the Live Stream.
Softball will take on Purdue Northwest at home on April 6 at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. On April 7, the Rangers will face Ferris State at home at noon and 2 p.m. ( More Info)
Men's Soccer is home against Purdue Northwest at Wood Road Field on April 7 at noon ( LIVE STATS). The Rangers travel to play Davenport on April 11 at 1 p.m. ( LIVE STATS)
Volleyball competes in the GLIAC Tournament April 9-10.
Track and Field travels to the Hillsdale Invitational on April 9-10.
Women's soccer travels to Saginaw Valley State on April 9 at Noon ( LIVE STATS) and to Ashland on April 11 at noon ( LIVE STATS).
Good Luck Rangers!
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is nationally recognized during the month of May. At UW-Parkside, in light of the academic calendar, we celebrate in April. We honor and recognize the history, culture, and achievements of Asian Americans.
Join us in celebration of Asian Heritage Month and be sure to stay connected through
Click here to view the Asian Heritage Month website.
Asian Heritage Month Sponsors: Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Parkside Library, Campus Activities and Engagement, and Parkside Asian Organization.
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Building Our Future believes that children and families hold the power and knowledge to shape a better future. Help us learn more about what that takes by completing this 15-minute survey by Friday, April 9 — you’ll earn $20 in appreciation for your time.
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COVID TESTING UPDATE: Been Vaccinated? Keep getting tested! Congratulations on being vaccinated! Don’t forget, UW-Parkside still requires faculty, staff, and students to get tested. Read More at the Ranger Restart Website
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Student Climate Survey Reminder: The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is asking for your continued support with encouraging all undergraduate students to let their voices be heard by completing the Student Climate Survey. The deadline for students to complete the survey has been extended to ​April 30. When students submit a completed survey, their names will automatically be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift cards. Thank you for promoting this initiative with students! Take the Survey
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MOSAIC Educators Workshop: What it Means to be 'Asian' on April 5 at 4 p.m. Click here to join.
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Spring Professional Development Institute: The Wisconsin College Personnel Association will host its annual Spring Professional Development Institute on Thursday, April 15th. The focus of the institute this year is “Creating a Culture of Self-Care.” Register Here
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We want to hear from you!
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It's Spring Time in Wisconsin!! (not a question, but a celebration!)
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I like winter, but spring is so nice for the soul.
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It will snow again, don't get your hopes up.
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