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July 2020PUBLISHER

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EDITORIAL ASSISTANTS Rachael Thomas, Timothy Meyer

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Art Council of South Wood County, Hope Hahn,

Catherine Jozwik, Mid State Technical College, Joan North, UW-Stevens Point,

Kaitlin Schimke, Dan Weiler

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Kathy Brandl, Joyce Krusa, Pat Gaska,

Mid State Technical College, Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point, Joan North, Stevens Point Noon Optimist Club,

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GRAPHIC DESIGNERS William Anders, Sue Schmidt

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21 Our Community

22 Star Student

23 Terrific Teacher

25 Healthy Living

28 Cuisine Corner

30 Our Community

16 Make a Trip to the Rivers Edge

While many area events have been canceled this summer, find out where summer fun is still planned for you.

21 Nothing Can Stop the Music & Learning

A history of music teaching in our communtity that has made our town world famous.

25 How to Play It Safe During Summer Activities Cuts and scrapes can happen, but let us help you avoid the dangers of some summer activities.

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Mid-State Technical College Adds New Transfer Agreement with Milwaukee School of Engineering

Mid-State Technical College students who earn an associate degree in

a technical field will now be eligible to transfer to Milwaukee School of

Engineering (MSOE) with junior standing in the university’s new bachelor

of business administration (BBA) program focused on Technical Sales.

MSOE and the Wisconsin

Technical College System

(WTCS) recently announced

the new transfer agreement,

which is available to graduates

of all 16 WTCS colleges who

earn an associate of applied

science (AAS) degree.

“For many years MSOE has

been a valued transfer partner

with Wisconsin’s technical

colleges, recognizing the rigor of our programs and the quality of our

students, said Suzanne Rathe, Mid-State’s dean of general education.

“This agreement takes that partnership to the next level to the benefit of

our students and provides a foundation for future program-to-program

transfer agreements with MSOE and other partners.”

The only one of its kind in the Midwest, the new transfer agreement

offers students a seamless transition to the BBA in Technical Sales offered

through the MSOE Rader School of Business. Students will learn key

aspects of technical sales including networking, psychology of sales,

prospecting, forecasting, supply chain, and key communication strategies.

The BBA in Technical Sales allows associate degree graduates to expand

their technical expertise and establish a business-to-business sales career.

“MSOE has been offering technically-oriented business degrees for more

than 50 years,” said Dr. John Walz, MSOE president. “We are pleased to

be partnering with WTCS to offer students from a variety of backgrounds

the unique opportunity to pursue a BBA focused on technical sales.”

The agreement will allow any student who has successfully completed an

associate degree in applied sciences (AAS) degree from a Wisconsin

technical college program after 2015, and who meets admission requirements,

to be admitted to MSOE’s BBA in Technical Sales program.

“Each year more than 8,000 of Wisconsin’s technical college graduates

go on to continue their education at a four-year college, and many of them

leave the state to achieve this goal,” said Dr. Ruth Barratt, chair of the

MSOE Rader School of Business. “This new partnership with the Wisconsin

Technical College System provides a logical path for these graduates to

stay in our state to pursue their bachelor’s degree and grow the Wisconsin

economy.”

All 30 AAS degrees offered by Mid-State Technical College qualify for

the new transfer opportunity. Learn more at mstc.Edu/programs, and find

more information about the bba in technical sales at:

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Art Council of South Wood County Announces 2020/2021 Season

The Arts Council of South Wood County builds a community where

music transcends cultures, expression bridges human differences, and art

feeds the human soul. We need that now more than ever! Arts are often

a source of comfort when the world feels uncertain and overwhelming.

Because of that, the Arts Council is excited to be moving forward with its

2020/2021 performance season. Some adjustments have been made, and

things may be done a bit differently than in the past. With the #1 concern

being the safety of patrons, performers, volunteers, and staff, the Arts

Council will work with local health officials and follow State and Federal

guidelines to ensure everyone’s safety. As safety precautions are established,

that information will be shared for the sake of transparency.

Make this the season to savor the arts, the excitement, the experience—

savor our community!

The 2020-2021 performance schedule:

(Ticket prices shown are before taxes are added.)

• Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020 – Lorrie Morgan - $49 adults/$10 students

• Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 – The Hit Men - $49 adults/$10 students

• Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 – Christmas With The Nelsons - $46

adults/$10 students

• Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 – The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to

Whitney Houston - $49 adults/$10 students

• Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 – B2wins: Beyond Music - $35 adults/$10

students

• Thursday, Mar. 4, 2021 – 7 Bridges Band: The Ultimate Eagles

Experience - $37 adults/$10 students

A bonus free performance is being held Sunday, November 8, 2020,

separate from the regular season. The U.S. Navy Band, The Commodores,

uses an eclectic mix of traditional big band music, exciting jazz vocal

arrangements, and fresh, new instrumental music. While tickets are free, it

is reserved seating, so get your tickets in advance.

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Take note that student tickets are only $10 this season! You must purchase

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Season ticket packages go on sale July 27. Single show tickets go on sale

August 24. Gift certificates are available at any time and may be re-

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The Unknown:

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Pat Gaska & Joan North Exhibit: “Pieces to Masterpieces” Exhibit Announced

Gallery Q Artists Cooperative will feature jewelry of Stevens Point

silversmith, Joan North and quilting of Rothschild fabric artist Pat Gaska

during the months of July and August in their two-person exhibit entitled,

“Pieces to Masterpieces.”

In this show the artists display creations that grew from pieces of this

or that building block. Starting with Pat’s fiber and with Joan’s silver,

they worked through snippets of this and bits of that to construct a new

creation. The artists encourage the viewer to absorb the finished gestalt,

the whole that is more than just the sum of the pieces. But they also invite

looking closely to discover some of the small pieces they maneuvered.”

Some of Pat’s works reflects a deeper appreciation of the universal

connection of humanity, unbroken by geographic borders. Both artists

found that it was impossible to ignore the coronavirus, as it invaded their

creations. Look at the titles and images for the sneaky virus to show itself.

North also sought out stones that resembled pat’s quilting patterns and

named that group of jewelry “nature’s quilting.”

Joan’s early jewelry education included workshops by internationally

renowned instructors. Further study helped hone her skills and refine her

own style that reflects upon life’s moments. She is a full time, award- win-

ning silversmith whose jewelry is shown at galleries, museums and exhib-

its coast to coast, most recently in California,Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and

Ohio. North is represented by various galleries across the country. Find

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in the early 1970s, using traditional materials and approaches. While

building on that sound foundation, her work has become more and more

free of constraints. Exposure to many art quilters has been invaluable on

her journey. She is a member of the Studio Art Quilt Association, SAQA,

an international group that links quilt artists from around the world. It has

allowed for participation in regional Illinois/Wisconsin juried exhibits. Her

work is in many private collections, has been exhibited in statewide juried

exhibits and has been published in many books and magazines. She is

found on Facebook.

UW-Stevens Point Will Offer In-Person Classes in Fall

UW-Stevens Point campuses will welcome students to its three campuses

this fall.

“While many details are being developed to ensure a safe learning and

living environment, we will be here for you as the fall semester begins

Sept. 2,” Chancellor Bernie Patterson said in a message to students.

Classes will be taught in a mixture of in-person, hybrid and online formats,

with as much face-to-face learning as health and safety guidelines allow.

Classes with more than 50 students will be delivered online. Students may

choose to take most classes online if they are not comfortable attending

in person.

“We will continue to create community-building experiences, central to

university life, both in person and online,” Patterson said. “Our goal is

to provide a robust learning experience while maximizing safety on our

campuses and in the community.”

Comprehensive plans are being developed to guide the safe return to

campus by students, faculty and staff members. Local, state and federal

health guidelines are closely followed to protect students and employees

from the coronavirus and to prepare for an effective response as needed.

Increased precautions, including physical distancing, personal protections

and additional cleaning and sanitizing, have been implemented to reduce

the risk of COVID-19. Employees and students will be expected to monitor

for symptoms of COVID-19, and everyone on campuses must wear cloth

face coverings.

“The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff members has

been our top priority and will continue to be as the new academic year

begins,” Patterson said.

Student housing in residence halls will continue to be available. First- and

second-year students who prefer to live off-campus or at home may

request a waiver from on-campus residency requirements this year.

Currently UW-Stevens Point’s three campuses generally remain closed to

the public, with no events for outside groups larger than 10. Retail businesses

in the Dreyfus University Center, including University Store, U.S. Bank and

Haircraft will be open with appropriate safeguards in place.

Spring commencement has been tentatively rescheduled for the second

week in December.

“Standing strong in tough times is part of our history and culture at

UW- Stevens Point. Since opening in 1894, we’ve helped each other

through wars, natural disasters, economic hardships and more,” Patterson

said. “This fall will be no different.”

More on UW-Stevens Point’s response and return-to-campus guidelines

for summer can be found on the COVID-19 webpage.

Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point Plants Pollinator Bed at YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow

This past June, members of the Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point met at

YMCA a Camp Glacier Hollow to plant a pollinator bed. The Club Volunteers

planted 231 plants and installed a paver tile border for the pollinator bed

/ butterfly area. The Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point would like to give a

special thank you to Camp Director, Tiffany Praeger, for accepting this

opportunity when the Club presented it, as it will give the youth campers

an enhanced experience. Also, a BIG thanks to Paul Skawinski, President

of the Wild Ones Central Wisconsin Chapter, for the expert advice, flower

lay-out, and planting help.

The Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point was organized in 1923 and is one of the

oldest in the state of Wisconsin. Members are active in the community

by being involved in the make a difference award as well as the following

programs:

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• Kiwanis Kare Kits - a giving project that provides hygiene kits to

at-need students within the Stevens Point Area Public School

District. The kits include essential personal hygiene items that

are distributed by school counselors and social workers at the

elementary, middle, and high school levels.

• Nonperishable Food Collection - Each holiday season, members

bring nonperishable foods to the noon lunch meetings. Donated

items are given to Operation Bootstrap to help feed area families.

• Bell-ringing for the Salvation Army - Each year, club members

volunteer to ring bells for the Salvation Army at various Stevens

Point locations.

• Green Circle Trail - Our club keeps the Green Circle from Chase

Bank to Bukolt Park litter-free. Members sign up each spring for

weekly walk-throughs of this section.

For more information regarding the Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point, visit

the website at: www.stevenspointkiwanis.org or like us on facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/kiwanis.club.of.stevens.point/

Mid-state Technical College and UW-Stevens Point Collaborate on Enhanced Transfer Opportunities

Mid-State Technical College and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens

Point have partnered to help students looking to transfer from Mid-State

to UW-Stevens Point. These new quality transfer agreements are in the

areas of business management, digital marketing, health and wellness

promotion, and early childhood education. They will help students who

complete their associate degree to move with greater ease between the

two systems to pursue a bachelor’s degree, for a cost-effective investment

of dollars and time.

Quality articulation agreements between colleges help students navigate

the pitfalls of attaining additional credentials and ensure an easier, more

successful transition when transferring from one institution to another.

These agreements guarantee admission, provide a program-to-program

course map and allow students to maximize the credits that count toward

degree requirements.

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They add to an already impressive list of transfer agreements between

UW-Stevens Point and Mid-State for nursing, respiratory therapy, forestry,

paramedic, organizational leadership, criminal justice and law enforcement,

liberal arts and health information management.

“Facilitating these transfers is the right thing to do for our students and

our communities,” said Mid-State Dean of General Education Suzanne

Rathe. “Students can start and stay local in their educational journey, and

through these long-term internships and relationships with local industries

and organizations, more students are more likely to make central Wisconsin

their long-term home.”

“At UW-Stevens Point, we are committed to student success,” said Greg

Summers, the university’s provost and vice chancellor for Academic

Affairs. “These kinds of partnerships create smoother pathways and

greater opportunities for more students.”

Looking ahead, the partnership work is set to continue as both institutions

investigate articulation opportunities in information technology and

sociology. Students at either institution who are interested in learning

more about these programs or transferability between Mid-State and

UW-Stevens Point are welcome to contact an academic advisor at either

institution. At UW-Stevens Point, learn more at uwsp.Edu/acac. At

Mid-State, contact Suzanne Rathe at 715-342-3124 or Suzanne.Rathe@

mstc.edu.

UW-Stevens Point School of Education Again Ranked Second in the Nation

The education program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point was

ranked second in the nation for the second year in a row, according to

Study.Com.

The site’s best colleges for education majors list ranked UW-Stevens Point’s

education program highly, noting its:

Variety of 20 undergraduate education programs

Exemplary and award-winning student organizations, including Aspiring

Educators, Kappa Delta Pi, Wisconsin Health and Physical Education and

others

90 Percent of education courses taught by professors with Ph.D.s

“UW-Stevens Point’s school of education continues to display a passion

for excellence,” said Lynda Fernholz, chair of the program, adding that

empowering all children through collaborative, inclusive and sustainable

opportunities is the school’s mission, inspiring both faculty and students.

“Our graduates discover their purpose and gain the knowledge and

confidence they need to create classrooms and schools that effectively

educate learners from all backgrounds and learning needs,” she said. “At

UW-Stevens Point, we build relationships that last a lifetime.”

UW-Stevens Point offers bachelor’s degrees for education within early

childhood, elementary, science, social studies, English, music, foreign

languages and other areas, as well as a master’s degree and a doctoral

degree in Educational Sustainability.

The Harju Center for Equity in Education was created at UW-Stevens Point

in 2019 with a gift of $4.3 Million from the estate of Alumna Dorothea

Harju. The center will address educational inequities in rural Wisconsin

through renewable scholarships for diverse and first-generation elementary

education students, literacy programs, teacher fellowships and grants for

materials and professional development.

The university’s professional School of Education staff provide support

with advising, student teaching experiences, licensure, career development

and placement and a thriving scholarship program.

Study.com compiled the list focusing on schools that were accessible,

affordable and offered quality programs. The rankings were gathered using

statistics from the department of education and student reports. For more

information on the methodology, go to Study.com.

Stevens Point Normal School was founded in 1894 for teacher preparation.

Today, UW-Stevens Point’s School of Education remains at the forefront of

innovation in teacher education. For more information on the university’s

offerings, go to www.uwsp.edu/education.

UW-Stevens Point Certified as Bee Campus USA

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is taking part in a nationwide

program to improve environments and awareness of threatened bee and

pollinator species.

Certified as a Bee Campus USA, UW-Stevens Point joins other cities and

campuses across the country in providing pollinating insects and birds

with healthy habitat, rich in a variety of native plants and free or nearly

free of pesticides.

In addition, the university will raise awareness in the community by creating

a website with Bee Campus USA-related information, service-learning

projects and signage, courses and events that support pollinator conservation.

UW-Stevens Point is one of three certified campuses in the state and the

only one within the UW System.

“UW-Stevens Point has a history and reputation for supporting

sustainability efforts, and we can always do more,” said Abigail Kreger, a

first-year forest management major from Farmington, Minn., Who led

efforts toward certification. “The program helps the university stay

committed to pollinator conservation in a tangible way.”

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Pollinator conservation efforts are already underway in the campus

landscape, where native plants are used in pollinator gardens, said Molly

Dulak, a campus gardener. These plants supply food for pollinators from

early spring to late fall as well as attract birds, bees, butterflies and other

insects. During the fall cleanup, plant debris is left over the winter as it

serves as a cover for pollinators who reside in and around the plants until

the following spring, she said.

Bee City USA and Bee Campus USA are initiatives of the Xerces Society

for Invertebrate Conservation, a nonprofit organization based in Portland,

Ore., With offices across the country. Bee City USA’s mission is to

galvanize communities and campuses to sustain pollinators. Different

types of bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, flies, hummingbirds, and others

are responsible for the reproduction of almost 90 percent of the world’s

flowering plant species and one in every three bites of food consumed.


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Lighting Up Faces Through Science

With summer now in full swing, it is time to start enjoying the beautiful weather by taking part in some outdoor activities. For parents, learning ways to keep kids and teens safe and healthy

is essential. The Center for Disease Control (CDC), recommends a variety of ways families can “play it safe “and keep the fun going: Master Water Safety

Water-related activities are popular for getting physical activity, and they have many health benefits. Some safety tips include:

• Protect yourself and your kids by learning how to prevent recreational water illness.

• Help kids get smart about water safety.

Drownings are the leading cause of injury and death in young children ages 1 to 4. In order to prevent an incident it is important to:

• Always supervise children when in or around water.

• Teach kids to swim- formal swimming lessons can protect kids from drowning.

• Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)-having CPR skills can save a person’s life.

• Install a four-sided fence around at home pools.

Recreational boating can be another great way to spend time with family and friends. Make boat safety a priority by:

• Wearing properly fitted life jackets every time you and your loved ones are out on the water.

Beat the Heat and the Sun

Heat-related illness happens when the body’s temperature control system is overloaded. Infants and children up to 4 years of age are at a greater risk. Even young and healthy people can get sick from the heat, if they participate in strenuous physical activity during hot weather. The best defense for heat-related illness is prevention:

• Never leave infants, children, or pets in a parked car, even if the windows are cracked open.

• Dress infants and children in loose, light weight, and light-colored clothing.

• Schedule outdoor activities carefully, for morning or evening hours.

• Stay cool with cold baths and showers.

• Seek immediate medical care if your child has symptoms of a heat-related illness.

A few serious sunburns can increase the risk of skin cancer later in life. When going outdoors, the skin needs protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays (UV). In order to protect it, it is necessary to:

• Cover up-clothing that covers the skin will help protect against UV rays.

• Use sunscreen with at least SPF (Sun Protectant Factor) 15, UVA (ultraviolet A), and UVB (ultraviolet B) protection.

Keep Mosquitos and Ticks from Bugging You This Summer

Prevent mosquito bites and diseases by:

• Using effective insect repellent.

• Making your backyard a tick-safe zone.

• Ticks are easy to remove, so it is important to check everyone for ticks.

Diseases such as Zika, West Nile Virus, and Lyme’s Disease can be transmitted by insects.

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Prevent Injuries

Each year in the United States, emergency departments treat more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground-related injuries. A fall at home or on the playground is the most common cause. Accidents do happen and there is no way to prevent them, but in order to make sure children are safe, pay attention to these details:

• Check to make sure the surface under the playground equipment is well-maintained.

• Supervise young children at all times around fall hazards, such as stairs and other playground equipment.

• Use stair gates, which can help keep a busy and active child, from taking a dangerous tumble.

Concussions can occur in any sport or recreational activity. They are a type of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a direct blow or jolt to the head. This can change the way brain normally works. If your child is involved in a sport it is crucial to:

• Become familiar with the concussion signs and symptoms.

• Make sure kids and teens are wearing the right protective head gear for their sport or recreational activity.

Have a First Aid Kit on Hand

A well-stocked first-aid kit is a must, especially when it starts to get nice out. Including these items in your kit will ensure preparedness for any situation:

• A list of emergency phone numbers.• Sterile gauze pads of different sizes.• Adhesive tape, bandages, and elastic bandages• A splint• Soap• Antibiotic ointment• Hydrogen peroxide• Hydrocortisone cream• Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen• Tweezers, scissors, and safety pins.• Disposable instant cold packs.• Mosquito spray• Sun screen• Calamine lotion• Alcohol wipes• Thermometer• Plastic non-latex gloves• Flashlight with extra batteries

Summer creates a lot of excitement, and one injury can sideline everything in a hurry; having a safety-first mind set, means nobody needs to miss out on a good time. When going about your summer adventures, using these “play it safe tips” on a regular basis will help keep kids and teens safe.

Reference : Safe Summer for Kids - Family Health - CDC. (2017, June 28). Retrieved March 18, 2019, from https://www.cdc.gov/family/kids/summer/

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