Save the date for Hispanic Heritage Day at the Children’s Imaginarium! Join us in Wausau, Friday, September 20, for a vibrant evening of cultural discovery and fun as we honor Hispanic Heritage Day!
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In 2022, Central Wisconsin welcomed more than 175 refugees from countries like Afghanistan, Congo, Syria and Burundi. In addition, an unknown number of immigrants arrived here seeking asylum from places such as Nicaragua and Venezuela.
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In 2023, The New Neighbors Series examined the histories and political situations in the homelands of our new neighbors through a series of public events featuring presentations and panel discussions.
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The New Neighbor Series was a collaboration between the Ethiopian Community Development Council, Rise Up Central Wisconsin, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service, Wisconsin Humanities, and Wisconsin Public Radio.
Here’s the story: Two long-time, retired U.S. Congressmen, from opposite sides of the political aisle, decided to go on the road. They traveled throughout Wisconsin to discuss how citizens of all ages can further political causes through bipartisanship.
Their talks were free and open to the public. They were met with positive and affirming crowds wherever they went. Sound unbelievable? It happened – in fact, the Obey-Petri Civic Participation Lecture Series completed its third series with a fall tour in October 2015.
WIPPS was honored to be a recipient of the Marshfield Clinic Health System Outstanding Partner in Community Health Award.
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Lexi Kurszewski, former WIPPS research assistant, shared about her experience interning at WIPPS.
Lexi graduated from UW- Stevens Point in 2024 and has accepted a position at Sentry Insurance. Congratulations and thank you for your time at WIPPS, Lexi!
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WIPPS is excited to announce Dave Anderson as the new chair of the WIPPS Board of Advisors. In addition to serving on the board, Anderson and is also a WIPPS senior policy fellow.
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What's been going on at WIPPS?
A new chair of the Board of Advisors, recognition for community health partnerships, initiatives addressing youth mental health and homelessness, and so much more.... Follow the link below to learn more! wipps.org/whats-been-going-o…
WIPPS is pleased to announce Kayley McColley of Wausau as the recipient of the 2024 Dave Obey Young Adult Civic Engagement Award!
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Are you a college student who displays integrity, initiative and service to others? Consider applying for the Dave Obey Young Adult Civic Engagement Award. Don’t delay, applications close April 12!
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We hope to see you next Monday at UW-Stevens Point for The Health of American Democracy in a Polarized World – A Conversation with Donna Brazile and Ana Navarro.
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The event is being held in the Laird Room at the Dreyfus University Center, 1015 Reserve St., Stevens Point, April 8 at 7 p.m. Registration to attend in person is not required. Space is limited and attendees will be admitted on a first come first serve basis.
Congratulations to WIPPS Health Policy Fellow Dr. Corrie Norrbom for receiving the Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation's Superhero of Medicine Award!
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