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History of the James R. Connor University Center

60thAnniversary Blog This year will certainly be a time to celebrate at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. The biggest reason will be the continuation of the Sesquicentennial celebration. For those of you who stumbled over that word and thought, “Oh my… Continue Reading →

What’s the Difference Between Purple Points and Dining Dollars?

Greetings, Warhawks! All students, at some point in their time here at UW-W, ask “What’s the difference between Purple Points and Dining Dollars?” Often times you get various answers from friends and peers, but here are the facts, brought to… Continue Reading →

James R. Connor

Dr. James R. Connor was one of the most influential figures on our campus during his years of being the University’s Chancellor. Prior to coming to Whitewater, he served in the United States Army (1946-1947 and 1951-1953), earned his M.S. and… Continue Reading →

Farewell UC Student Workers

We asked all departing UC student workers to answer a couple questions about their time here in the UC. Check out their answers below! What will you miss most about the UC? “The thing I will miss most about the UC is… Continue Reading →

Dear New UC Employees

Dear New UC Employees, I have only a few words to share, and it will be just a few words because when you love the work you’re doing and the people you’re with this much, there are very few words… Continue Reading →

Help! I’m Almost Out Of Purple Points!

So…its halfway through the semester and you start to sweat; not because of midterms, the roomie drama, or even the fact that the end of the semester is drawing near and you are sooo not ready.  No, you’re sweating because… Continue Reading →

Working In The UC: More Than Just A Job

By now you may have heard that the UC is hiring! When considering application,  it is important to know that working for the University Center is not just your typical job. There are endless opportunities and ways to get involved… Continue Reading →

Thankful for Working with Friends

Ilona: At the end of the Spring Semester Khloe informed me that she had applied for an internship on campus. She told me about LEAP (Liberal Education & America’s Promise), the main focus of her internship, and I felt a connection. … Continue Reading →

Work Here!

Looking for an on-campus job beginning in either Summer 2014 or Fall 2014? The University Center is hiring! Approximately 30 positions will be open in a variety of departments. Applications are posted on HawkJobs. The priority deadline is Friday, March 21…. Continue Reading →

Tom Laufenberg: The Man Who Built Drumlin

From August 2012-March 2013, Drumlin Dining Hall underwent a $7 million renovation. Daniel’s General Contractor managed the project and Tom Laufenberg was appointed as Job Superintendent. In this role, he spent countless hours in the building supervising workers to make… Continue Reading →

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