University of Wisconsin-Superior
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The University of Wisconsin–Superior (also known as UW–Superior, UWS or Superior) is a public university located in Superior, Wisconsin
. UW–Superior grants bachelor's, master's, and specialist's degrees. The university currently enrolls 2,500 undergraduate and 300 graduate students.
and acquired its present name.
in the University of Wisconsin System
, and is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges
. The University of Wisconsin–Superior fosters intellectual growth
and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that
emphasizes individual attention and embodies respect for diverse
cultures and multiple voices.
(WIAC). The Yellowjacket men’s and women’s hockey teams compete in the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association
(NCHA). The men's hockey team won the NAIA national championship in 1976 and the NCAA Division III national championship in 2002.
Superior, Wisconsin
Superior is a city in and the county seat of Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 26,960 at the 2010 census. Located at the junction of U.S. Highways 2 and 53, it is north of and adjacent to both the Village of Superior and the Town of Superior.Superior is at the western...
. UW–Superior grants bachelor's, master's, and specialist's degrees. The university currently enrolls 2,500 undergraduate and 300 graduate students.
History
Originally named Superior Normal School, the university was founded by Wisconsin legislators as a school to train teachers in 1893. Superior Normal School's first class graduated in 1897. In 1909 the institution became Wisconsin's first normal school to offer a full-scale training program for the new idea of kindergarten. It also was the first to offer a four-year program for high school teachers beginning in 1923. After authorization to grant bachelor's degrees in education in 1926, the school took on the new name of Superior State Teachers College. Graduate degrees were authorized in 1947 and first offered in 1950. In 1951 the state board of regents changed the institution's name to Wisconsin State College–Superior to better reflect its expanding role. Wisconsin's state colleges eventually were reclassified as universities, resulting in another name change in 1964 to Wisconsin State University–Superior. Finally, in 1971 Superior became part of the University of Wisconsin SystemUniversity of Wisconsin System
The University of Wisconsin System is a university system of public universities in the state of Wisconsin. It is one of the largest public higher education systems in the country, enrolling more than 182,000 students each year and employing more than 32,000 faculty and staff statewide...
and acquired its present name.
Mission
UW–Superior has been designated as the public liberal arts collegeLiberal arts college
A liberal arts college is one with a primary emphasis on undergraduate study in the liberal arts and sciences.Students in the liberal arts generally major in a particular discipline while receiving exposure to a wide range of academic subjects, including sciences as well as the traditional...
in the University of Wisconsin System
University of Wisconsin System
The University of Wisconsin System is a university system of public universities in the state of Wisconsin. It is one of the largest public higher education systems in the country, enrolling more than 182,000 students each year and employing more than 32,000 faculty and staff statewide...
, and is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges
Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges
The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges or COPLAC is a consortium of 26 public colleges and universities in 24 states and one Canadian province...
. The University of Wisconsin–Superior fosters intellectual growth
and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that
emphasizes individual attention and embodies respect for diverse
cultures and multiple voices.
Major campus buildings
- Barstow Hall, named for regent Barney Barstow: science programs, Lake Superior Research Institute
- Erlanson Hall, named for regent Clarence Erlanson: business programs, Distance Learning Center, Transportation and Logistics Research Center
- Gates Physical Education Building, named for regent Clough Gates: classrooms and labs, Mortorelli Gymnasium
- Hawkes Hall, named for regent Elizabeth Hawkes: built as a residence hall, but now mainly houses non-university office space
- Holden Fine Arts Center, named for campus benefactor Paul Holden: communicating arts, music, and visual arts programs, Wisconsin Public Radio studios (KUWSKUWS-External links:*...
/WHSA), Manion Theatre - Jim Dan Hill Library, named for the university's fifth president (1931-1964)
- Marcovich Wellness Center, named for regent Toby Marcovich: athletics, health and human performance programs, recreation, Thering Field House
- Old Main, administration and student services, psychology program
- Swenson Hall, named for campus benefactors James and Susan Swenson: social sciences, education, languages, mathematics and computer science, Technology Services, First Nations Center, Student Support Services, Markwood Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
- Wessman Arena, named for regent Siinto Wessman
- Yellowjacket Union: Jacket Book and Supply, Union Cafe, Union Desk Information and Services, Rothwell Opportunity Center, and ResNet
Residence halls
- Crownhart Hall, named for regent Charles Crownhart
- Curran Hall, named for regent Robert Curran
- McNeill Hall, named for first president Israel McNeill (1896-1907)
- Ostrander Hall, named for regent Frank Ostrander
- Ross Hall, named for regent Frank Ross
Athletics
UW–Superior’s athletic teams, nicknamed the Yellowjackets, are affiliated with the NCAA’s Division III class and are members of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic ConferenceWisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference is a college athletic conference that competes in the NCAA's Division III. As the name implies, member teams are located in the state of Wisconsin, although there are three associate members from Minnesota and one from Michigan...
(WIAC). The Yellowjacket men’s and women’s hockey teams compete in the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association
Northern Collegiate Hockey Association
Northern Collegiate Hockey Association is a college athletic conference which operates in Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin in the midwestern United States. It participates in the NCAA's Division III as a hockey-only conference....
(NCHA). The men's hockey team won the NAIA national championship in 1976 and the NCAA Division III national championship in 2002.
| Men's sports | Women's sports |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Basketball |
| Basketball | Cross country |
| Cross Country | Golf (temporarily suspended due to budget) |
| Ice Hockey (2002 National Champions) | Ice Hockey |
| Soccer | Soccer |
| Track and Field | Softball |
| Track and Field | |
| Volleyball |
Student newspaper
The Stinger is the student newspaper for the University of Wisconsin–Superior. It began as "The Peptomist," in 1920. Students voted to change the name to "Promethean" in 1974. The name was changed again at the start of the 2007-2008 academic year. The Stinger also changed from the traditional broad-sheet format to tabloid format. In Fall 2009, The Stinger became primarily an online newspaper, publishing a print magazine compilation at the end of each term.Recognitions
- Has the longest history of continuous accreditation among Wisconsin comprehensive colleges and universities, accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsNorth Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsThe North Central Association of Colleges and Schools , also known as the North Central Association, is a membership organization, consisting of colleges, universities, and schools in 19 U.S. states, that is engaged in educational accreditation...
since 1916.
Notable alumni
- Morrie ArnovichMorrie ArnovichMorrie Arnovich, known as Snooker, was a stocky Major League Baseball outfielder. He was a line drive hitter and he played seven seasons for the Philadelphia Phillies, the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Giants between , and , and again for one game in .One of the most religious Jewish major...
, MLB All Star outfielder - Richard BongRichard BongRichard Ira "Dick" Bong is the United States' highest-scoring air ace, having shot down at least 40 Japanese aircraft during World War II. He was a fighter pilot in the U.S. Army Air Forces and a recipient of the Medal of Honor...
, World War II flying ace - Esther BubleyEsther BubleyEsther Bubley was an American photographer who specialized in expressive photos of ordinary people in everyday lives.-Biography:...
, photojournalist - Herbert ClowHerbert ClowHerbert Clow was a fullback in the National Football League. Clow was a member of the Duluth Kelleys during the 1924 NFL season.-References:...
, NFL player - Bernard E. GehrmannBernard E. Gehrmann-Biography:Gehrmann was born in Mellen, Wisconsin on November 6, 1920. He would graduate from the University of Wisconsin–Superior and serve in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. His father was Bernard J. Gehrmann who served in the Wisconsin Legislature and the United States...
, Wisconsin State Assemblyman - Sandra A. GregorySandra A. GregorySandra A. Gregory was a Brigadier General in the United States Air Force.-Biography:A native of Loyal, Wisconsin, Gregory graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior in 1977. Later she would also attend Sul Ross State University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.-Career:Gregory...
, U.S. Air Force general - Oluf (Ole) HaugsrudOle HaugsrudOle Haugsrud was an American sports executive. Haugsrud was born in Superior, Wisconsin. There is also a field in Superior, Wisconsin called Ole Haugsrud Field. The Superior High School Spartans and University of Wisconsin–Superior Yellowjackets play there. Haugsrud was owner of the Duluth Eskimos...
, owner of the Duluth Eskimos and a founding owner of the Minnesota VikingsMinnesota VikingsThe Minnesota Vikings are a professional American football team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings joined the National Football League as an expansion team in 1960... - Joe KellyJoe Kelly (author)Joe Kelly is the co-founder of the first national advocacy nonprofit for fathers and daughters in the United States, Dads and Daughters . The group was founded in 1999 with Michael Kieschnick...
, co-founder of Dads and Daughters - Gordon MacQuarrieGordon MacQuarrieGordon MacQuarrie was an American writer and journalist. Born in Superior, Wisconsin, he is best known for his short stories involving hunting and fishing, and for his semi-fictional organization known as The Old Duck Hunters' Association, Inc. He died unexpectedly in Milwaukee, Wisconsin of a...
, outdoor writer - Dom MoselleDom MoselleDom Moselle is a former defensive back and halfback in the National Football League.-Biography:Moselle was born Dominic Angelo Moselle on June 23, 1926 in Gile, Wisconsin. He went on to serve in the United States Army during World War II and marry Patricia O'Keefe...
, NFL player - Jock MungavinJock MungavinJock Mungavin was a professional football player for the Chicago Tigers in 1920 as an end. He played at the collegiate level at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the University of Wisconsin–Superior.-Biography:...
, professional football player - Tom MurphyTom Murphy (American football)Tom Murphy was a player in the National Football League. He played for the Milwaukee Badgers during the 1926 NFL season.-References:...
, NFL player - Scott O'BrienScott O'BrienScott O'Brien is a current American football special teams coach for the New England Patriots of the National Football League.-Playing career:...
, NFL assistant coach - Wally O'NeillWally O'NeillWally O'Neill was a player in the National Football League. He played for the Duluth Kelleys during the 1925 NFL season.-References:...
, NFL player - Reino A. PeralaReino A. Perala-Biography:Perala was born on August 28, 1915 in Maple, Wisconsin. He suffered from blindness and graduated from the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired before attending the University of Wisconsin-Superior and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Perala passed away on February 25,...
, Wisconsin State Assemblyman - Angus B. RothwellAngus B. Rothwell-Biography:Rothwell was born on July 25, 1905 in Superior, Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and Columbia University. Additionally, he received honorary degrees from Carroll University and Lawrence University. During World War II, he served in the United States Navy....
, Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin - Fritz ScholderFritz ScholderFritz Scholder was one of the most renowned Native American artists of the 20th century. Born in Breckenridge, Minnesota, Scholder was one-quarter Luiseño, a California Mission tribe. Scholder's most influential works were post-modern in sensibility and somewhat Pop Art in execution as he sought...
, Native American artist - Arnold SchwarzeneggerArnold SchwarzeneggerArnold Alois Schwarzenegger is an Austrian-American former professional bodybuilder, actor, businessman, investor, and politician. Schwarzenegger served as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 until 2011....
, 38th Governor of the state of CaliforniaCaliforniaCalifornia is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
, bodybuilder and actor - Doug Sutherland, former NFL player with the Minnesota VikingsMinnesota VikingsThe Minnesota Vikings are a professional American football team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings joined the National Football League as an expansion team in 1960...
Notable faculty and staff
- Scott O'BrienScott O'BrienScott O'Brien is a current American football special teams coach for the New England Patriots of the National Football League.-Playing career:...
, NFL assistant coach - Irl TubbsIrl TubbsIra "Irl" Tubbs was an American football player and coach. He served as the head football coach at the University of Wisconsin–Superior , the University of Miami , and the University of Iowa .-Playing and coaching career:Tubbs played college football at William Jewell College in...
, head coach of the Miami HurricanesMiami Hurricanes footballThe Miami Hurricanes football program competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference of the NCAA's Division I Football Bowl Subdivision for the University of Miami. The program began in 1926 and has won five AP national championships...
and the Iowa HawkeyesIowa Hawkeyes footballThe Iowa Hawkeyes football team is the interscholastic football team at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes have competed in the Big Ten Conference since 1900, and are currently a Division I Football Bowl Subdivision member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association...
football teams - Lois Veenhoven Guderian, asst. professor, music: musician, composer and author
External links
- University of Wisconsin–Superior
- University of Wisconsin System
- Yellowjacket Hockey
- KUWS 91.3 FM radioKUWS-External links:*...
- The Stinger