The University of Wisconsin–Whitewater is part of the University of Wisconsin System, located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Its business school has been noted as exceptional several times by US News and World Report. It became Wisconsin's second public college on April 21, 1868 when it opened its doors to 39 students taught by nine faculty members. It is a four-year, co-educational, residential college accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Enrollment in 2005-06 stood at 10,540 (9,430 undergraduate, 1,110 graduate and professional). The chancellor is Martha Saunders. The school motto is "Stay Close. Go Far."

Campus

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Hyer Hall

In 1925 the addition of an East wing was added to Old Main Hall. It was later renamed Hyer Hall in honor of former school president Frank S. Hyer in 1968. On February 7, 1970 "Old Main" hall caught on fire. The central, north and west towers burned down along with the bell tower. The only surviving wing — Hyer Hall — underwent a $6.4 million restoration in 1997. It was completed by 1999 and included many 21st century technologies. It now houses many of the University's administrative offices in addition to classroms and lecture halls. Hyer Hall has hosted the likes of the Milwaukee Symphony, Amelia Earhart, Martin Luther King, Jr. and John F. Kennedy.

University Center

In 1959 the University Center opened. Several expansions throughout the decades brought the total square footage to 130,000 square feet. In 1997 it was officially named after former Chancellor James R. Connor. Today it is the home to several restaurants, study areas, lounges an arcade, a bowling alley and several other attractions. The "UC" is once again scheduled for extensive renovations and additions in the 2006-07 school year.

Student Government

Whitewater Student Government (WSG) is the students' governing body. It consists of a senate, President and VP, and an executive board.

Leadership

In April 2006 Paul Sanchez and Chris Connar were elected President and Vice President of Student Government. They will serve during the 2006-2007 school year.

Past Presidents and Vice Presidents:

2005-2006: President Brian Wolfe and Vice President Travis Lehn

2004-2005: President David Wilder and Vice President Stephen Koontz

2003-2004: President Clint Dederich and Vice President Renee Piquette

2002-2003: President Jason Wiedenhoeft and Vice President Clint Dederich

Greek Life

Social fraternities and sororities carry rich traditions and history at UW-Whitewater. These organizations are commonly involved with annual philanthropy (community service) projects, homecoming week activities, socials (also known as exchanges) between other Greek organizations or general student organizations, scholarship opportunities for members, and many professional networking skills and opportunities.

To join a fraternity or sorority, a student can attend a rush event for InterFraternity Council organizations, recruitment events for Panhellenic Council Sororities or information nights for the National Panhellenic groups. For more information about general Greek life at UWW, visit UWWgreeks.com.

InterFraternal Council Fraternities: Lambda Alpha Upsilon Phi Chi Epsilon, Phi Mu Alpha, Phi Sigma Kappa, Pi Kappa Alpha, Tau Kappa Epsilon

Panhellenic Council Sororities: Alpha Sigma, Delta Zeta, Sigma Sigma Sigma

National Panhellenic Council Fraternities & Sororities: Alpha Phi Alpha Alpha Kappa Alpha Delta Sigma Theta Sigma Gamma Rho Zeta Phi Beta

Athletics

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UW-Whitewater is a member of NCAA Division III for athletics. It is a member of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC).

Athletic Director: Paul Plinske

Past National championships:

• ''Women's volleyball (2005),(2002)

• ''Baseball (2005)

• ''Men's Basketball (1989), (1984)

• Women's Golf (1985)'''

Notable alumni

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• John Belushi - Saturday Night Live comedian (attended)
• Jeff Jagodzinski - football coach
• Thomas A. Loftus - United States Ambassador to the Kingdom of Norway from 1993 to 1997
• Bob Wickman - Cleveland Indians relief pitcher

External link

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• UWW official website

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