UW-Eau Claire Foundation

$605,313

Amount Raised

2,635

Gifts Received

2023 Senior Class Gift

$5,683 given by 257 2023 grads!

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McIntyre Library Student Employee Scholarship

By McIntyre Library

The Library Student Employee Scholarship is awarded to our valued students, and your gift to this fund will be matched!

The Library Student Employee Scholarship is awarded to our valued students, and your gift to this fund will be matched! McIntyre Library McIntyre Library Student Employment Student employment is a necessary part of the college experience for many students. It can also be a transformative educational experience. At McIntyre Library, we work to provide our student employees with support, continuity, mentorship, and meaningful work experiences that contribute to their sense of belonging and success at UW-Eau Claire and beyond. We rely on our dedicated student employees to provide excellent service, collections and operations; we admire their ability to balance challenging academic, work, and personal demands; and we value their contributions to the Library and the University. We appreciate that our student employees often become library advocates, and many even go on to pursue careers in librarianship. The McIntyre Library Student Employee Scholarship is one way we demonstrate our appreciation for valued student employees. One McIntyre Library student employee is awarded a $500 scholarship each year. Support Library Student Employees and Get Your Gift Matched! Your gift to the McIntyre Library Student Employee Scholarship will help continue to provide exceptional opportunities and services for students at UWEC. Supporting student scholarships helps lower the out-of-pocket financial burden on students. You can have a major impact on students and their future careers by making a gift today. By making a gift, you are eligible for a library borrower’s card to check out books, popular reading collections, board games, children’s books, DVDs, and CDs from UW-Eau Claire McIntyre Library and UW-Eau Claire – Barron County Library. Check out our donation levels for additional benefits of making a gift and joining our McIntyre Valued Partners (MVP) Program. Your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $2,000 thanks to the generosity of Dr. Sally Webb, a longtime member of UWEC's faculty and staff and a lifelong lover of books and libraries. Join Sally in making a gift to support library students and programs. Hear from this Year's Scholarship Recipient "If it wasn’t for my job in the library within Special Collections, I would probably be on a completely different career path and possibly even a different major entirely This job has shown me that my dream career is more attainable than I would’ve initially thought…. As a first generation college student who is largely paying for school by myself, getting a job while going to school was pretty crucial for my college success….Coming into college at the height of the pandemic made finding my place and fitting into the campus community difficult. Working on campus in the library has made me feel more connected to campus and has given me a small sense of community….” - Stephanie Much, 2022 Scholarship recipient

NCUR Mentored Research

By UW-Eau Claire Foundation

In honor of NCUR, your gift to the Mentored Student Research Endowment will be matched dollar-for-dollar!

In honor of NCUR, your gift to the Mentored Student Research Endowment will be matched dollar-for-dollar! [[Amount Raised]] raised to support the future of student research at UW-Eau Claire! Give now to secure the future of student research at UW-Eau Claire, and your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar! UW-Eau Claire is honored to host the National Conference of Undergraduate Research (NCUR) on April 13-15. NCUR promotes undergraduate research, scholarship and creative activity through an annual conference for undergraduate students. NCUR is unique because it offers students from all disciplines and institutions of higher education the chance to showcase their work on a national stage. And when that stage is located at our university that is dedicated to research, in a city that is truly a rising star in the Midwest, we have a fantastic opportunity to showcase what being a Blugold is all about. UWEC is honored to be hosting such an important, exciting celebration of research, and it will be significant as an in-person event. Participation in research has proven to impact a student's educational experience significantly, both in college and beyond. The benefits of working on a mentored research project in college are priceless, from learning to solve real-world problems and problems to developing strong critical thinking and communication skills. 65% of UW-Eau Claire alums who participated in research said it helped secure employment. 79% of UW-Eau Claire alums who participated in research said it was a significant factor for graduate school admission. The downside? Research isn't free. Materials, equipment and travel all come at a cost; student and mentor time are valuable. And many students cannot afford out-of-pocket expenses that may accompany their research experience, such as travel to offsite research locations or to present their research results at regional and national conferences. Inflation has increased travel costs significantly, making fieldwork and travel to present at conferences substantially more costly. And summer stipends have not increased to keep pace with what other summer opportunities pay. That's where you come in! Your gift to the Mentored Student Research Endowment allows students to build their skill set by tackling real problems and questions that are important to society. And an additional bonus. If you give now, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000! From studying the potential for contamination of a family member by a cancer patient's drugs to examining how smartphones affect mental health and sleep patterns to exploring how groundwater contamination spreads, students genuinely make an impact through their research. But no matter the research focus, they learn valuable skills and gain confidence in their abilities in the workplace and society. Give now so that all students, no matter their background or financial situation, can participate in research at UW-Eau Claire. Your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar until we reach $5,000! With your help, Blugolds will continue to change lives (their own and others) for years to come while keeping UWEC known as one of the best undergraduate research universities.

100th Anniversary of Bands

By UWEC Bands

Your gift to the Rodney Hudson Band Scholarship will help us continue to recruit top tier musicians for the UW-Eau Claire band program!

Your gift to the Rodney Hudson Band Scholarship will help us continue to recruit top tier musicians for the UW-Eau Claire band program! UWEC Bands The 2022-2023 academic year marks the Centennial Celebration of the University Bands at UW–Eau Claire. In 1922, student leader Forrest Mortiboy and twenty fellow students formed the first band at UWEC. Today, the University Band program consists of three concert bands (Wind Symphony, Symphony Band, University Band), four jazz ensembles, numerous chamber ensembles and combos, the Blugold Athletic Band (BAB), the Blugold Marching Band (BMB) and serves over 700 UWEC students across every major on campus. The ensembles frequently perform on campus, in the community, region, country, and internationally. Support the University Bands Celebrate 100 years of Blugold music with a gift to the Rodney Hudson Band Scholarship. As college admission is more competitive and tuition rates rise, your contribution can help us provide valuable support for the next generation of musicians at UWEC. Your gift to the Rodney Hudson Band Scholarship will help us continue to recruit top tier musicians for the UW-Eau Claire band program! Join the Celebration at the Alumni Band Weekend Join us April 28-30, 2023 to celebrate 100 years of the University Bands. The weekend will feature concerts by the Symphony Band, the Wind Symphony (with a world premiere of a piece by alumna Erika Svanoe) and an Alumni Band (<a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=l4sG3ZN1OEmLMhT67yrx2Pl6AL_cPzVIlPbrhKUP8aZUNlhOOVdZMFNHNDNCNjZXWlo5MzFPQUNYUC4u">register to join the alumni band</a>). This is your chance to celebrate with us and connect with fellow Blugolds! Friday, April 28, 2023 7:30pm - Symphony Band Concert - Gantner Concert Hall <a href="https://uwec.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1634&r=34e9fe69a3484b188db1c41e35fab5f4">(tickets required)</a> Reception in Haas Lobby following the Concert Saturday, April 29, 2023 10am-noon - Alumni Band Rehearsal (Gantner and HFA 139) Noon-2pm - Lunch 2-4pm - Alumni Band Rehearsal (Gantner and HFA 139) 7:30pm - Wind Symphony Concert - Gantner Concert Hall <a href="https://uwec.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1635&r=30726b68d2f4461aa82e55d8f0a54833">(tickets required)</a> Reception in Haas Lobby following the Concert Sunday, April 30, 2023 2pm - Alumni Band Concert - Gantner Concert Hall (Free Event) Reception in Haas Lobby following the Concert

CHAASE Spring 2023 Banquet

By UWEC HCAD

Every year outstanding students, preceptors and friends of the UWEC Health Care Administration Program are recognized at the annual spring banquet.

Women's Basketball Fast Break Club

By UWEC Women's Basketball

Support Women's Basketball players with your membership in the Fast Break Club.

Support Women's Basketball players with your membership in the Fast Break Club. UWEC Women's Basketball Fast Break Club Membership Your membership in the Fast Break Club, which boasts over 185 members and has raised over $475,000 in 15 years, will assist Blugold Women’s Basketball players by:<ul><li>Providing special opportunities to honor our players, such as senior night, post-game socials, team dinners and banquets.</li><li>Funding of special game nights, such as Youth Night, Alumni Day and Team Night.</li><li>Funding team room/locker room/video editing updates.</li><li>Purchasing new athletic equipment.</li><li>Providing special travel opportunities against nationally-ranked competition for our players such as holiday team trips.</li></ul> All membership levels will receive Blugold Women’s Basketball electronic newsletter updates, exclusive Fast Break Club event invitations, recognition in a game program and a Fast Break Club membership decal. Your membership is tax deductible, minus the value of the benefits. A Winning Tradition The UW-Eau Claire Blugold Women’s Basketball program considers athletics to be an integral part of the university community and follows and honors the UW-Eau Claire institutional mission of excellence. The measure of excellence when applied to the basketball program translates to a level of performance that frequently will produce winning seasons, conference championships and the realistic opportunity to capture an NCAA Division III National Championship. <ul><li>10 conference championships.</li><li>18 NCAA tournament appearances and three Final Four appearances.</li><li>4 WIAC tournament championships, including 2022</li><li>5 Blugolds earned WIAC post season honors for the 22-23 season. Jessie Ruden was awarded the Judy Kruckman Scholar Athlete Award. WIAC 1st Team All-Conference honors were awarded to Jessie Ruden and Tyra Boettcher. Honorable Mention was awarded to Courtney Crouch while Kylie Mogen earned a spot on the All-Defensive team and Brianna Nelson was named to the All-Sportsmanship team. </li><li>Jessie Ruden was honored as a Josten’s National Player of the Year finalist and a WBCA Honorable Mention All-American in 2023. </li><li>The 22-23 team finished with a 3.73 team GPA. Fourteen of the women’s basketball players finished with a GPA above 3.5. </li><li>The Blugolds were receiving votes for the Final Top 25 for D3 Hoops in 22-23. The Blugolds finished 20-9 and advanced to back to back NCAA tournaments in 21-22/22-23.</li><li>Tremendous community support: UW-Eau Claire women’s basketball team finished 2nd in the WIAC for home game attendance with nearly 6,000 fans in 13 games in 2022-23. </li><li>Coach Englund became UW-Eau Claire’s winningest women’s basketball coach in 2016 - and earned her 300th win in 2017, with over 396 career wins at UWEC in 23 years. She was named 2003 Russell National Coach of the Year and 2021 WIAC Coach of the Year. </li><li>The team is involved in volunteer work throughout the community, such as working in our youth basketball program, Eau Claire food pantries, Eau Claire Marathon, reading in the elementary schools, Special Olympics, Boys and Girls Club, speaking to service organizations and participating in numerous Student Athlete Advisory Committee functions. </li><li>The Blugold Girls Basketball and Leadership camps attract over 450 participants each summer as the entire coaching staff and basketball team work together to teach basketball fundamentals and leadership</li></ul> Want to set up a monthly donation? Monthly gifts of any size make an ongoing impact on our Blugolds, and it is an easy way to budget and structure your philanthropy. Giving monthly is reliable and consistent, helping us plan better for students and provides an ongoing reminder of the ever-present impact of your gift. Simply <a href="https://connect.uwec.edu/donate">visit our formal giving website</a>, choose your gift amount and frequency, and we'll take care of the rest. Do you work for a matching gift company? Increase the impact of your investment in UW-Eau Claire students with a matching gift from your employer. Most participating companies will match employee gifts dollar for dollar. Some will even double—or triple—match a gift! Just check with your human resources or personnel office to determine your company’s policy and pick up a matching gift form or fill it out online (procedures vary company to company). Please contact Dana Thompson at <a href="mailto:thompsod@uwec.edu">thompsod@uwec.edu</a> or 715-836-5620 for more information about matching gifts. Thank you for considering becoming a member of the Fast Break Club. For more information or learn about opportunities to support the program as part of the 2nd Annual Blugold Giving Week, contact Tonja Englund, head coach, at <a href="mailto:engluntj@uwec.edu">engluntj@uwec.edu</a> or 715-836-3489.

Men's Basketball 2022-2023

$1,665 given by 5 donors to support UWEC Men's Basketball

Support UW-Eau Claire Men's Basketball

Support UW-Eau Claire Men's Basketball [[Amount Raised]] given by [[Gifts Received]] donors to support UWEC Men's Basketball As we prepare for the season, we ask that you consider making a donation to the Ken Anderson Fund, which provides financial support for the men’s basketball program. These funds will help us recruit and retain student-athletes who are athletically and academically talented. They also help us provide resources to ensure that our student-athletes achieve excellence in the classroom and on the court. Your tax-deductible gift supports our mission of enhancing the education of our dedicated student-athletes by providing them with a first-class experience. Want to set up a monthly donation? Monthly gifts of any size make an ongoing impact on our Blugolds, and it is an easy way to budget and structure your philanthropy. Giving monthly is reliable and consistent, helping us plan better for students and provides an ongoing reminder of the ever-present impact of your gift. Simply <a href="https://connect.uwec.edu/donate">visit our formal giving website</a>, choose your gift amount and frequency, and we'll take care of the rest. Do you work for a matching gift company? Increase the impact of your investment in UW-Eau Claire students with a matching gift from your employer. Most participating companies will match employee gifts dollar for dollar. Some will even double—or triple—match a gift! Just check with your human resources or personnel office to determine your company’s policy and pick up a matching gift form or fill it out online (procedures vary company to company). Please contact Dana Thompson at <a href="mailto:thompsod@uwec.edu">thompsod@uwec.edu</a> or 715-836-5620 for more information about matching gifts. Thank you for considering making a donation to the Ken Anderson Fund. For more information or learn about opportunities to support the program as part of the 2nd Annual Blugold Giving Week, contact Matt Siverling, head coach, at siverlmr@uwec.edu or 715-836-3737.

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Men's Soccer 2022-2023

$9,286 given by 33 donors to support UWEC Men's Soccer

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Track and Field 2022-2023

$10,665 given by 122 donors to support UWEC Track and Field

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Cross Country 2022-2023

$8,395 given by 59 donors to support UWEC Cross Country

Support UW-Eau Claire Men's and Women's Cross Country

Support UW-Eau Claire Men's and Women's Cross Country [[Amount Raised]] given by [[Gifts Received]] donors to support UWEC Cross Country The UW-Eau Claire cross country program is building a successful tradition. During the past 15 years (and 14 CC seasons) the Blugolds have finished in the top 10 as a team at nationals 13 times including a men’s national title in 2015, a women’s national title in 2009 and a women’s runner-up finish in 2017. Eight men and 13 women have earned a total of 30 individual All-American awards (top 40 finish at nationals) during this same time including an individual national title by Darin Lau in 2017. It is no surprise that Blugold distance runners have been equally successful in the classroom since the skill set needed to excel as a runner and a student are similar. The men’s team cumulative GPA has been above 3.0 for the past fourteen years, and the women’s team cumulative GPA has been over 3.4 for the past fifteen. The team has earned the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Academic Team of the Year Award with the women winning the honor in 2009 and the men capturing it in 2015. The hard work and discipline it takes to be a successful student athlete carries over to life after college. Employers are drawn to individuals who have competed in cross country at UW-Eau Claire because of the work ethic and team focused mentality that is developed by being a part of our program. In addition, being involved in cross country builds a high level of self-confidence because every member of this team has the potential to be successful if they put in the work and have a positive attitude. With your help we will ensure that our student athletes continue to have this truly unique and beneficial experience that being a member of the UW-Eau Claire cross country team provides. Thank you for your support, Dan Schwamberger, Head Cross Country Coach <a href="mailto:schwamdj@uwec.edu">schwamdj@uwec.edu</a> / 715-836-2649

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Adopt a Field Camper 2022

By UW-Eau Claire Geology

Support Geology and Environmental Science's Field Camp that provides amazing learning experiences

Chemistry and Biochemistry Scholarships

By UWEC Chemistry Department

Support scholarships to recruit new Chemistry and Biochemistry majors at UWEC

Support scholarships to recruit new Chemistry and Biochemistry majors at UWEC UWEC Chemistry Department The UWEC Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept. offers amazing classroom, research, and internship opportunities for undergraduate students. Unfortunately, COVID and rising costs have made a degree at UWEC inaccessible for some incoming students. If students do not experience the life-changing opportunities provided by our department, who will find solutions to the important technical problems facing society? We need your help. The department has initiated a campaign to fund two scholarships to recruit incoming students. We are inviting you to participate in the campaign. Not only that, but your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar with $7000 donated by alumni Melissa ‘93 and Jeff Sherman and James Vyvyan (’91)! One $2500 Chemistry and Biochemistry Opportunity Scholarship will be awarded to an incoming major with high academic potential (which does not necessarily mean high GPA or test scores) and financial need. Recipients must provide evidence of overcoming challenging experiences or circumstances. The $2,500 award is renewable for up to three additional years. Four $2500 First-Year Chemistry/Biochemistry Scholarships will be awarded to incoming first-year students who show a strong academic record, involvement in extracurricular activities, and outstanding leadership potential. Your scholarship campaign gift will help other students benefit from the life-changing experiences offered by the department. You can double your impact if you give before December 15th! In addition, many employers of our graduates match donations as well. Have you benefitted from your UWEC Chemistry and Biochemistry experiences? Please consider a donation of any size to our scholarship campaign to give other students the chance to excel in our program. Thanks for supporting future Blugold Chemistry and Biochemistry students! Sincerely, Kent M. Syverson Professor and Interim Chair, Dept. of Chemistry and Biochemistry 715-836-3676, <a href="mailto:syverskm@uwec.edu">syverskm@uwec.edu</a>

Adopt a BMB Member 2022

By Blugold Marching Band

The BMB needs your support to continue marching!

The BMB needs your support to continue marching! Blugold Marching Band The BMB needs YOU As the BMB continues to grow, so do our expenses. Uniforms, instruments, and travel are expensive, and we rely on our fans to continue marching. That's where you come in! Gifts of any amount will directly support the BMB's greatest needs. Give now to help with some of our most urgent needs and support the 460 members of the Blugold Marching Band. Adopt a BMB Member Please consider supporting the BMB with a gift to the Blugold Marching Band Advancement Fund. With a gift of $250 or more, you can “adopt” a band member. With a gift of $400 or more, you can adopt two band members! With a gift of $400 or more, you can adopt one of the section leaders or drum majors! When you adopt any band member, your sponsorship package will include:<ul><li>A photo of your BMB member with his/her section in the band</li><li>Two tickets to the Homecoming football game on October 8</li></ul> To adopt a BMB member today, make your gift and answer the questions about your sponsorship package on the giving page! *Note: To receive homecoming tickets, gifts must be received no later than October 4, 2022. Tickets will be available at the will-call window at Carson Park.** Your Gift Supports Under the leadership of Dr. Randy Dickerson, the BMB is back and better than ever after the unique challenges we have all been faced with these past few years. Our band of 460 members needs your help to cover travel expenses, uniforms, equipment and more. The BMB cannot continue to march without the support of its fans. Your gift to the BMB Advancement Fund supports the band’s greatest needs, including travel expenses, instrument purchase and repair, uniform updates, and more. Some of our specific needs this year include:<ul><li>Travel expenses as bus costs have skyrocketed and we don’t have funds to do normal, regional travel ($10,000 total)</li><li>Student fees to help cover meals and expenses during band camp and performance trips for all 460 member ($100 per student)</li><li>45 new color guard uniforms ($180 per uniform)</li></ul>

Breann Schossow Memorial

$9,515 raised in memory of Breann to support the next generation of journalists.

Give in memory of Breann Schossow to support Devroy Fellows.

Give in memory of Breann Schossow to support Devroy Fellows. [[Amount Raised]] raised in memory of Breann to support the next generation of journalists. This page is no longer active. To make a gift in honor of Breann Schossow, please visit <a href="https://blugolds.uwec.edu/donate">https://blugolds.uwec.edu/donate</a>. Breann Schossow graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2012, but not before leaving a lasting legacy at her alma mater. Breann was an outstanding journalist who led to many of her Communication and Journalism classmates looking up to her for her leadership and mentorship in journalism. She had touched so many classmates and professors during her time at UW-Eau Claire. Her many experiences at UW-Eau Claire showcased her passion for writing and broadcast journalism. At The Spectator, Bre held many positions including copy editor, features editor, news editor, managing editor, reporter and editor-in-chief. Throughout her Blugold career, Bre also was a crucial part of WUEC-FM 89.7 Eau Claire, the UW-Eau Claire’s Student radio production. It was here that she became a Senior Producer and also the host and producer of Blugold Performance of the Air, which was a Wisconsin Public Radio affiliate. While she was still a student at UW-Eau Claire, Bre also worked as a reporter in the Leader-Telegram's newsroom. Breann was the 2011 Ann Devroy Fellow, a student opportunity awarded to an accomplished student journalist at UW-Eau Claire. As the Ann Devroy Fellow, she had the opportunity to be a journalism intern at the Washington Post for three weeks, and in her own words: "Spending three weeks there has left me with an unquenchable thirst for this profession. I had the chance to learn the ins and outs of the newsroom, while shadowing some of the most remarkable reporters I have ever met. People who, like Ann, strive to be even better than is possible to do their jobs. From my day in the Supreme Court to sitting in on the beginning of the health care repeal debate in the House to helping a reporter interview neighbors of a young mother dead before her time, I have changed. I am not the same journalist I was, because learning more about the profession I love has made me better. I will strive to be better than my very best to carry on Ann Devroy's legacy, determination and thirst for the truth. It's an amazing way to begin a journalism career, and something that I'm indescribably grateful for." Along with the opportunity at the Washington Post, the Ann Devroy Fellow recipient receives a three-month summer internship with a regionally-admired news organization. As the 2011 Fellow, Breann worked at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as the General Assignment Intern. After her internship with Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, her career began to blossom. Bre continued to grow in her role as a journalist at organizations such as NPR, WPR and MPR. Bre had touched so many throughout her student career at UW-Eau Claire and also at the prominent news organizations where she worked. UW-Eau Claire would be remiss if we didn’t honor Breann’s accomplishments at the university. After Breann's recent passing, the Communication and Journalism department will dedicate a part of the Ann Devroy Fellowship in her name with the Breann Schossow Internship Fund for Devroy Fellows. This fund was created to honor Bre's dedication to helping others to be their best, especially aspiring journalists. Donations will provide needed support for the Fellow as they complete their summer internship. Breann understood the importance of this opportunity when she was a student and how it paved her way to become an accomplished journalist. The UW-Eau Claire’s Communication and Journalism Department and UW-Eau Claire Foundation invite you to send memorial gifts to the Breann Schossow Internship Fund for Devroy Fellows. By doing this, you are giving another talented journalism student at UW-Eau Claire the opportunities--like Breann had--to jumpstart their future career as a promising journalist.

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Mentored Student Research

$21,460 raised to support the future of student research at UW-Eau Claire!

Secure the future for student research opportunities at UW-Eau Claire.

Secure the future for student research opportunities at UW-Eau Claire. [[Amount Raised]] raised to support the future of student research at UW-Eau Claire! Give now to secure the future of student research at UW-Eau Claire and your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar! We're asking you to give to support mentored student research, and here's why: Participation in research with a mentor has proven to have a significant positive impact on a student's educational experience, both in college and beyond. From learning to solve real-world questions and problems to developing strong critical thinking and communication skills, the benefits of working on a mentored research project in college are priceless. The downside? Research isn't free. Materials, equipment and travel all come at a cost; student and mentor time are valuable. And, many students cannot afford out-of-pocket expenses that may come along with their research experience, such as travel to offsite research locations or to present their research results at regional and national conferences. That's where you come in. Your gift to the Mentored Student Research Endowment gives students the opportunity to build their skill-set by tackling real problems and questions that are important to society. And an additional bonus! If you give now your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar. From studying the potential for contamination of a family member by a cancer patient's drugs to examining how smart phones affect mental health and sleep patterns to exploring how groundwater contamination spreads, students truly make an impact through their research. But no matter what the research focus, they learn valuable skills and gain confidence in their abilities that they carry into the workplace and into society. Give now so that all students, no matter their background or financial situation, have an opportunity to participate in research at UW-Eau Claire. Your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar until we reach $25,000! With your help, Blugolds will continue to change lives (their own and others') for years to come. Student researcher at the <a href="https://www.uwec.edu/orsp/students/cerca/">Celebration of Excellence in Research and Creative Activity</a>

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Blugold Wrestling Facility Upgrade

Your gift helps us make continuous improvements to our new training space!

The Blugold Wrestling team needs a new space to train, and we need your help!

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Wrestling - Men's

By UWEC Men's Wrestling

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Wrestling

By UWEC Women's Volleyball

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Volleyball

Track & Field - Women's

By UWEC Women's Track & Field

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Track and Field

Track & Field - Men's

By UWEC Men's Track & Field

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Track and Field

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Track and Field UWEC Men's Track & Field What We're Fundraising For The Men's Track and Field team is a highly decorated and integral part of the UW-Eau Claire community. Our athletes follow the UW-Eau Claire mission of excellence to the highest standard. To continue the legacy of excellence, we need support from loyal fans like you to continue to compete at the top level. This year, we are raising funds to provide every athlete with a complete team apparel package for the 2026–27 season. Our goal is to purchase an “apparel haul” that each student-athlete will receive and keep, including a team T-shirt, long sleeve T-shirt, warm-up top, warm-up bottoms, and a backpack. This has become a growing trend across collegiate programs, with teams unveiling their gear packages on social media each year. Not only does this build excitement and team pride, but it is also a powerful recruiting tool. Quality team gear is one of the top things prospective student-athletes look for, and providing it demonstrates our investment in their experience from day one. Your support will help us outfit our athletes, strengthen team culture, and enhance our ability to recruit and retain talented competitors who represent our program with pride. Matching Gift Opportunity Pete Eckerline '82 is matching gifts all gifts dollar-for-dollar up to $2,500 for Men's Track and Field! Make your gift during Athletics Giving Week to double your impact. Gifts are counted as one per household per team. Please do not give a gift to the same team for you, your spouse, your child etc. because you all will only be counted as one gift towards the challenge. There is an option to jointly make your gift from you and your spouse to ensure you are both credited for your generosity.

By UWEC Women's Tennis

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Tennis

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Sports Med

By UWEC Women's Softball

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Softball

By UWEC Women's Soccer

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Soccer

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Soccer

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Soccer UWEC Men's Soccer What We're Fundraising For The Men's Soccer team is a new and important part of the UW-Eau Claire community. Even though we are a newer sport at UW-Eau Claire, our athletes follow the UWEC mission of excellence to the highest standard. To continue the legacy of excellence, we need support from loyal fans like you to continue to compete and recruit at the top level. Men’s Soccer is raising funds to support two critical needs: new home and away jerseys and travel expenses. Our program is still using the original jerseys issued when the team was established five years ago. After seasons of competition, wear and tear have taken a toll. Investing in new home and away kits will ensure our student-athletes look and feel their best while representing our program with pride and professionalism. We are also seeking support for travel costs. Each year, our team competes against one of the toughest schedules in the country. Playing top-level opponents elevates our performance, strengthens our postseason positioning, and challenges our athletes to grow. However, competing against the best requires significant travel. Your support helps offset those expenses and allows us to continue pursuing a nationally competitive schedule that pushes our program forward. Matching Gift Opportunity Former Blugold Sports Information Director, Tim Petermann, ’71 is generously matching all donations dollar-for-dollar up to $500! Join Tim in supporting Men’s Soccer and the growth of UW-Eau Claire Athletics. Gifts are counted as one per household per team. Please do not give a gift to the same team for you, your spouse, your child etc. because you all will only be counted as one gift towards the challenge. There is an option to jointly make your gift from you and your spouse to ensure you are both credited for your generosity.

By UWEC Women's Lacrosse

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Lacrosse

By UWEC Women's Hockey

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Hockey

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Women's Hockey UWEC Women's Hockey What We're Fundraising For The Women's Hockey team is integral to the UW-Eau Claire community. Our athletes follow the UW-Eau Claire mission of excellence to the highest standard. To continue the legacy of excellence, we need support from loyal fans like you to continue to compete and recruit at the top level. Locker Room Updates Great teams aren’t just made on the ice, they’re also built in the locker room. This is where teammates become family—where trust grows, bonds form, and a shared purpose takes shape. Thanks to last year’s generous donors, the program was able to put new lockers into the locker room. However, there are still updates needed for this space, including replacing the carpet. Nutrition Station Fueling the body is just as important as training on the ice. Adding a dedicated nutrition station will provide Women’s Hockey athletes with quick access to healthy snacks, hydration, and recovery-focused nutrition before and after practices and games. This investment supports sustained energy, faster recovery, and overall wellness, helping our student-athletes perform at their best while balancing the demands of competition, academics, and life beyond the rink. All dollars raised during Athletics Giving Week will go towards upgrading the team locker room and hallway and helping the program with equipment costs. Help us give our players the support that reflects the level of play our Blugolds put out on the ice! Matching Gift Opportunity <a href="https://chippewaconcreteservices.com/">Chippewa Concrete Services</a> is generously matching all gifts to Women's Hockey dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000! Make your gift during Athletics Giving Week to double your impact. Gifts are counted as one per household per team. Please do not give a gift to the same team for you, your spouse, your child etc. because you all will only be counted as one gift towards the challenge. There is an option to jointly make your gift from you and your spouse to ensure you are both credited for your generosity.

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Hockey

By UWEC Women's Gymnastics

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By UWEC Men's Football

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Football

Show your support for UWEC Athletics Giving Week with a gift to Men's Football UWEC Men's Football What Your Gift Supports Your support strengthens every part of the Blugold Football experience, from the moment a recruit walks through our doors to the moment our athletes take the field. This Athletics Giving Week, your gift will help us invest in the essentials that keep our program competitive, safe, and positioned for success. Upgraded Lobby & Meeting SpaceEnhancing the lobby where we meet with players and their families creates a more welcoming, professional environment that reflects the pride and tradition of Blugold Football. Essential EquipmentYour generosity helps us outfit our athletes with the safest, highest‑quality gear, like helmets, shoulder pads, blocking pads, and tackling pads, ensuring they’re protected every time they step on the field. Gameday TechnologyModern football depends on advanced tools. Upgrading instant‑replay systems and helmet‑to‑coach communication helps our team make real‑time decisions, coach more effectively, and elevate player performance. Transportation & Team MealsWith the addition of a full JV schedule, our travel and post‑game meal needs have grown. Your support helps cover increased bus rentals and meals so all athletes can compete safely, recover well, and represent UW–Eau Claire with pride. Matching Gift Opportunity An anonymous donor is matching all donations dollar‑for‑dollar up to $25,000! Make your gift today to double your impact for Blugold Football. Football Challenge sponsored by Play It Again Sports Be sure to follow Blugold Football on social media for Sunday's Challenge sponsored by <a href="https://playitagainsports.com/locations/eau-claire-wi/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22823024828&gbraid=0AAAAACyEMKSu6YJ_5_nxEBTfqX4IdBK7d&gclid=CjwKCAjw7vzOBhBxEiwAc7WNr1ay5gSgWEQkgU_nFj7VoqkLW5F-M3X6lASWxufmBy0sr23Ikh68KBoCXEkQAvD_BwE">Play It Again Sports!</a> Gifts are counted as one per household per team. Please do not give a gift to the same team for you, your spouse, your child etc. because you all will only be counted as one gift towards the challenge. There is an option to jointly make your gift from you and your spouse to ensure you are both credited for your generosity.

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By UWEC Women's Cross Country

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